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Free exhibits at Newberry Library

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Free exhibits at Newberry Library. The Newberry Library is a fascinating place, a private research library with some incredible collections, exhibits and lectures and workshops many of which are free. Where:  Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, (312) 943-9090. Location and hours What Is … [Read more...] about Free exhibits at Newberry Library

Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

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Revolution Oktoberfest When: Friday, September 27, 2019 3pm-10pm; Saturday,  September 28, 2019 12pm-10pm Where: Milwaukee Ave. from Fullerton to California $5 entry donation benefits charitable partner, Friends of Goethe.  Since bringing the fest to Milwaukee Ave., $30,000 has been raised for … [Read more...] about Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

Earn $450 as a Chicago Election Coordinator

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Earn $450 as a Chicago Election Coordinator. The next elections are: March 17, 2020 Primary Election and November 3, 2020 General Election About Election Coordinators and Judges There is a shortage of Election Judges and Election Coordinators for the upcoming election(s). The shortage is most … [Read more...] about Earn $450 as a Chicago Election Coordinator

How to ride the CTA

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How to ride the CTA. We're lucky to have a fantastic public transportation system in Chicago.  You can get almost everywhere in the city (and some suburbs) on a train or bus.  Chicago's  'L' (L stands for elevated) system has eight rapid transit routes and consists of 146 … [Read more...] about How to ride the CTA

97 cheap and easy Halloween costumes

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97 cheap and easy Halloween costumes. Halloween is just around the corner. Be creative and save money by skipping high-priced, mass-produced, store-bought costumes this year. You can make great costumes using things you have around the house (think toilet paper or duct tape), can borrow from … [Read more...] about 97 cheap and easy Halloween costumes

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Discount tickets Randolph Street Market

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Discount tickets Randolph Street Market.  COTC used to have discount tickets through Goldstar but those seem t have vanished. The Randolph Street Market Festival has over 75 vendors on 2.5 floors that offer a unique mix of antique, vintage and modern goods, vinyl records plus food and music.  … [Read more...] about Discount tickets Randolph Street Market

How to register to vote in Chicago

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How to register to vote in Chicago.  If you haven't registered to vote yet - no worries now is the time to do it.  Not sure if you're registered? Check here.  Don't wait for Early Voting or Election Day to register. The primary is March 17, 2020 and it will probably be an insane asylum. There … [Read more...] about How to register to vote in Chicago

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend

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Nap in a parkFree or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend. You can find a complete list of events by day on our Calendar page. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily Chicago on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend

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Free Pilsen Community Market

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Free Pilsen Community Market When:  Sunday, May 26-October 27, 2019 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Where:  Plaza Tenochtitlán, 1820 S. Blue Island Admission is free.  Contributions are welcome.  The market is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation so contributions are tax deductible. Taking place in … [Read more...] about Free Pilsen Community Market

Visit Lincoln Park Conservatory

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Visit Lincoln Park Conservatory Where:  Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Drive, 312-742-7736. About Lincoln Park Conservatory The Lincoln Park Conservatory is the smaller of the Chicago conservatories but it’s still a fabulous place to walk through any day but especially on a rainy … [Read more...] about Visit Lincoln Park Conservatory

Free Art on Michigan Avenue

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Free Art on Michigan Avenue When: Now through mid-October Where: Along North Michigan Avenue(see map below) Check out 20 custom-designed, 5-foot replicas of Chicago’s iconic Water Tower along North Michigan Avenue, on display through mid-October. This project continues a summer of public … [Read more...] about Free Art on Michigan Avenue

Divvy bikes transportation on the cheap

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Divvy bikes transportation on the cheap. Chicago's bike sharing program, Divvy, is a great way to cheaply transport yourself around the city.  There are stations all over the city, especially at CTA and Metra stops. All the following prices are effective February 1, 2018. Options for tourists and … [Read more...] about Divvy bikes transportation on the cheap

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State of Illinois offering Tax Amnesty

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State of Illinois offering Tax Amnesty If you know you owe the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR)  money this would be the time to pay up.   Taxpayers who pay, in full, outstanding eligible tax liabilities will have eligible penalties and interest forgiven during the amnesty period.  If you … [Read more...] about State of Illinois offering Tax Amnesty

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How to get an Illinois REAL ID driver’s license

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How to get an Illinois REAL ID driver's license What is REAL ID REAL ID is a driver's license (and State ID) with specific characteristics that meet the federal governments requirements.  Beginning October 1, 2020 you will no longer be able to board an aircraft with a regular Illinois Driver's … [Read more...] about How to get an Illinois REAL ID driver’s license

Free Chicago Architecture Biennial Lectures

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The Chicago Architecture Biennial is a three month long event offering many free events, lectures, tours, exhibits and more city-wide. The 2019 Chicago Biennial will run from Sept. 19, 2019-Jan. 5, 2020. There are nine free or almost free lectures in the City and suburbs. Following are all the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Architecture Biennial Lectures

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