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Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles

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Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles. Rivers used to have a free shuttle from downtown Chicago but those are no longer listed on their website. I emailed them about it and no one ever got back to me. June 2021:  It doesn't appear that any shuttles are operating to Rivers.  Try calling … [Read more...] about Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles

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Veterans No Fee City Sticker

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Veterans No Fee City Sticker. Starting on February 1, 2019, the City Clerk's office launched a pilot program expanding free City Stickers for many of Chicago's Veterans. Residents who have an Illinois Driver's License or State ID with a Veteran's designation issued on or before December 31, 2018 … [Read more...] about Veterans No Fee City Sticker

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Volunteer at Chicago Park District nature areas

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Volunteer at Chicago Park District nature areas.  The Chicago Park District always has a great need for volunteers.  Following are locations in need of help.  Check out the list for the area closest to you.  There is always more than enough work to go around.  So get outside and into nature this … [Read more...] about Volunteer at Chicago Park District nature areas

Foodlife wine down

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Foodlife wine down.  Foodlife is hosting a wine down. Enjoy tastings of 20 wines, complimentary small bites plus $5 off your meal at Foodlife for $20 plus tax (gratuity not included). When: Friday, March, 1 2019 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Where:  Water Tower Place , 835 N. Michigan Avenue, Mezzanine … [Read more...] about Foodlife wine down

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III Forks Prime Steakhouse Monthly Wine Down

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III Forks Prime Steakhouse Monthly Wine Down When:  First Wednesday of the month, 5:00-7:00PM Where: Lakeshore East, 180 N. Field Boulevard. RSVP required 312-938-4303. Map below. The restaurant, as well as a variety of wine representatives, will pour and discuss six different wine.  The … [Read more...] about III Forks Prime Steakhouse Monthly Wine Down

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Free Family Events Northerly Island

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Free Family Events Northerly Island When:  Wed, March 6, 2019 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Where:  Northerly Island, 1521 S. Linn White Dr., (312) 745-2910 (Fieldhouse) (312)540-2668  312-742-PLAY (7529). Call to confirm. Event subject to change without notice. Family Prairie Prowls: Bird … [Read more...] about Free Family Events Northerly Island

Free tickets to Man of the People Taping

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Free tickets to Man of the People Taping. Where: WGN-TV Studios, 2501 West Bradley Place When: Various Fridays 12:30PM-whenever it's completed. Register. If you have any questions, need to cancel your reservation, please contact us at manofthepeopletickets@wgntv.com. If you watch WGN on … [Read more...] about Free tickets to Man of the People Taping

$12 Auditorium Theatre tours

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$12 Auditorium Theatre tours Where: Auditorium Theatre, 50 East Congress Parkway, 312-341-2310 Times*: Mondays: 10:30AM and Noon, Tuesdays: 5:30PM, Thursdays: 10:30AM Check date availability here. Tickets:  $12 per person not including Ticketmaster fees.  Tickets can be purchased beginning 30 … [Read more...] about $12 Auditorium Theatre tours

Free art installation at Navy Pier

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Free art installation at Navy Pier.  As part of Navy Pier's transformation they are bringing in unique, interesting and free art installations. When: Thursday, February 28-Sunday, May 12, 2019. Where: Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand, Polk Bros. Park Map Free and open to the public.Free Trolley … [Read more...] about Free art installation at Navy Pier

Discount admission to Windy Kitty Cat Cafe

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Discount admission to Windy Kitty Cat Cafe.  Dine with cats. Get your feline fix at a discount and without the responsibility and expense of a permanent cat. Where:  Windy Kitty Cat Cafe, 1746 W North Ave. No phone.  meow(at)windykittychicago.com One-Hour Admission for One or Two to Windy Kitty … [Read more...] about Discount admission to Windy Kitty Cat Cafe

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Free Genealogy Group Near North Library

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Free Genealogy Group Near North Library When:  Monday, February 25, 2019 (6:30PM – 7:30PM) Where:  Near North Library: 310 W. Division Street, (312) 744-0991. Always call the library to confirm. Subject to cancellation. Find help with your genealogy questions to move your research forward. … [Read more...] about Free Genealogy Group Near North Library

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Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances. Owners of single-family homes, two-flats and individually-metered condos, apartments and townhomes can get rebates on a wide range of energy-saving improvements to their homes. The program offers HVAC, water heater and weatherization … [Read more...] about Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances. Owners of single-family homes, two-flats and individually-metered condos, apartments and townhomes can get rebates on a wide range of energy-saving improvements to their homes. The program offers HVAC, water heater and weatherization … [Read more...] about North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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