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Save money with ComEd Rebates

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Save money with ComEd Rebates. Every appliance comes with two price tags: the purchase price and the cost of operating the product. Energy Star certified appliances help consumers save money on operating costs by reducing energy use without sacrificing performance. ComEd appliance rebates put the … [Read more...] about Save money with ComEd Rebates

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Volunteer for CHIditarod Chicago

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Volunteer for CHIditarod Chicago. This is an annual shopping cart race around Wicker Park and Ukrainian Village that collects food for the Greater Chicago Food Depository and the CHIditarod Foundation.   Looking for something free to do? Volunteer. When: Saturday, March 7, 2020, Starting horn … [Read more...] about Volunteer for CHIditarod Chicago

Free days International Museum of Surgical Science

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Free days International Museum of Surgical Science. Where:  International Museum of Surgical Science, 1524 N. Lake Shore Drive (312) 642-6502 When: Admission is no longer free for Illinois residents every Tuesday. Beginning in 2021 the ISSM is free for all visitors on the following … [Read more...] about Free days International Museum of Surgical Science

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Guide to Chicago History Museum

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Guide to Chicago History Museum. Illinois residents free days Despite what the website says Free days are cancelled until January 2021 Go here for more info about new admission details. Chicago History Museum is closed on Mondays. The Museum is free to Illinois residents every Tuesday from … [Read more...] about Guide to Chicago History Museum

Free New Music Chicago concerts

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Free New Music Chicago concerts When: Third Tuesday of Every Month 12:15pm-1:00pmpm Where:  Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington, Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North (unless indicated) About New Music Chicago New Music Chicago advocates for the importance of a vital, vibrant music … [Read more...] about Free New Music Chicago concerts

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Free events Chinatown Library

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Free events Chinatown Library. Where: 2100 S. Wentworth Avenue, (312) 747-8013 I take the water taxi to Chinatown in summer and rest of the time I take the 62 Archer bus. I'm not too keen on the Red Line.  All events subject to change. Always call first before heading over. Cultural … [Read more...] about Free events Chinatown Library

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Chicago Theater Ticket Deals and Discounts

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Chicago Theater Ticket Deals and Discounts. Chicago has many excellent theater from small storefront theater companies to Broadway caliber productions, but tickets can be expensive. For decades I've utilized multiple ways to get discount theater tickets and now I'm combining them all into one … [Read more...] about Chicago Theater Ticket Deals and Discounts

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Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago

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Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago. Where:  Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N Halsted Ave,  312-335-1650 The Steppenwolf Theatre offers two ways to attend performances at a 50% discount or more: Day of Tickets 20 for $20 tickets Twenty tickets are available for subscription … [Read more...] about Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago

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Free events at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

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Free events at Chicago Women's Park and Gardens. Where: Chicago Women's Park & Gardens, 1801 S. Indiana Ave. (312) 328-0821 Click on links below to register. Jan 19  Popcorn Party at Chicago Women's 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Celebrate National Popcorn day with yummy popcorn, art projects, … [Read more...] about Free events at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

How to find cheap parking in Chicago

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How to find cheap parking in Chicago. Parking in Chicago can be very expensive. Depending on where and when you park in Chicago, the cost and hours of operation vary. Please see the rate map here.  Meters in the Loop are $7.00 per hour,  $4.50 in the Central Business District and $2 outside the … [Read more...] about How to find cheap parking in Chicago

Free tour Newberry Library

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Free tour Newberry Library Where:  Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, (312) 943-9090. When:  Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm and Saturdays at 10:30 am. To aid Chicago’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Newberry is closed to the public until further notice. The … [Read more...] about Free tour Newberry Library

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Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago

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Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago. The Circuit Court of Cook County Elder Justice Center hosts a series of FREE senior seminars and tours at Daley Plaza. When: Generally at 12PM-1:30PM. Check links below which will be added as info becomes available. Where: Richard J. Daley Center, 50 … [Read more...] about Free Senior Seminars at Daley Center Chicago

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Free workshop at Harold Washington Library Center

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Free workshop at Harold Washington Library Center Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Maker Lab 3rd Floor, 312-747-4300. ArtWorks Drop-In Art Studio Wednesday, Jan 29, Feb 5, 19, 26, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April  2020  4:30PM – 7:30PM Bring your creative ideas to this … [Read more...] about Free workshop at Harold Washington Library Center

Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids

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Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids. Where:  Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., 312-744-6630 When:  First and third Friday, 11-11:45 am. Check schedule or call before heading out.  Subject to change. What is Juicebox Get your kid’s creative “juices” flowing the first and … [Read more...] about Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids

Broadway in Chicago Dining Deals

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Broadway in Chicago Dining Deals. Present your tickets for a show at one of the five Broadway in Chicago theaters and take advantage of the following dining deals.  Broadway in Chicago theaters are: Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place … [Read more...] about Broadway in Chicago Dining Deals

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