Guide to the Willis Tower Chicago. The distinctive looking Willis Tower has a few interesting things to see and do in and around it. The Willis Tower's lobby and plazas are undergoing extensive renovations through sometime in 2019. Where: 233 S. Wacker Drive Things to do and see The … [Read more...] about Guide to the Willis Tower Chicago
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Free McCormick Place Art Collection
Free McCormick Place Art Collection. McCormick Place has a new app called Marty (which I'll cover in a later post after I test it). While checking out the app I discovered that McCormick Place has an art collection (the app contains a link to a pdf). Who knew? How you get access to it is another … [Read more...] about Free McCormick Place Art Collection
Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy
Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy. Vidal Sassoon Academy needs models to help students practice their skills, so it offers great prices to attract people. Where: Vidal Sassoon Academy 181 N. Clark Chicago To make an appointment, call 312-726-2279. When: Student services are offered … [Read more...] about Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy
Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove
Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove. The Universal Spa Training Academy is the training school for massage technicians and estheticians for many high end spas. Students learn massage, facials, waxing, and other spa services. Part of their training is … [Read more...] about Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove
Free Pet Health Exam
Free pet health exam at your neighborhood VCA Animal Hospital. Taking care of a pet is expensive. Here's a way to save with a free exam. It's a risk-free way for you to see the care and special attention VCA gives to each pet at their hospitals. Call 1-800-822-7287. Please complete this form to … [Read more...] about Free Pet Health Exam
Get free food from Jewel
Get free food from Jewel. You can get a free food item from Jewel every Saturday, although the offers are hit-or-miss, as most of the offerings are processed food and beverage items. Free MyMixx Saturday Morning Sampler Every Saturday, Jewel offers a digital coupon for a FREE product, which you … [Read more...] about Get free food from Jewel
Get free food from Mariano’s
Get free food from Mariano's. This may be old news but in order to get sale prices at Mariano's you must have their rewards card. Click here to sign-up. I've written previously (see below) about how you can get a free food item from Mariano's every Friday, which is hit-or-miss, as most of … [Read more...] about Get free food from Mariano’s
Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave
Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave When: Wednesday, October 3, 2017, 10am Where: 900 N.Michigan Avenue Level 4 In 2015 the designer consignment shop Luxury Garage Sale opened at 900 N Michigan Avenue, Level 5, 312-468-1706. Now North Shore Exchange is opening on Level 4 … [Read more...] about Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave
Student discounts in Chicago
Student discounts in Chicago. Being saddled with high tuition and low income doesn't mean you can't have fun in Chicago. There are a ton of free and cheap things to do and you can turn your student ID into your golden ticket to savings. Following are discounts found to date. This list will … [Read more...] about Student discounts in Chicago
Free events MCA Chicago
Free events MCA Chicago. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Avenue The Museum of Contemporary Art is always free on Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ID. Every Tuesday (except holidays), on Illinois Resident free day the museum offers special talks and events. Check … [Read more...] about Free events MCA Chicago
After Hours on Chicago Avenue
After Hours on Chicago Avenue. Head west for celebratory drinks and special offerings at participating independent businesses. When: Every 3rd Friday all summer. 6-9pm. June 16, July 21, Aug 18, 2017. Where: Chicago Avenue between Paulina (1700 W) and Hoyne (2100 W) A great way to explore … [Read more...] about After Hours on Chicago Avenue
Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago
Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago. Lincoln Park contains 35 pieces of art hiding in plain sight throughout the park from Hollywood south to North Avenue. I wasn't able to find a map labeled with all the art so I've listed the location of each piece. Take a walk through the park and … [Read more...] about Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago
Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest
Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest. Bear down! Tickets go on sale to the public beginning Thursday, June 29 at 11:00 am Central. Group tickets (20 or more) can be purchased by calling the Chicago Bears Ticket Sales and Service Team at (847) 615-BEAR (2327). Be sure to secure the best locations … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale Bears Family Fun Fest
Free tours Second Presbyterian Church
Free tours Second Presbyterian Church. Where: Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan Ave When: Wednesday 1 pm - 3 pm., Sat. 11 am - 3 pm, except holidays and Sunday after church at approximately 12:15 pm. Also every Thursday 4PM-8PM during South Loop Farmer's Market through … [Read more...] about Free tours Second Presbyterian Church
Free Summer Concert Series NewCity
Free Summer Concert Series NewCity. When: Thursdays, June 29-August 31, 2017 7PM-9PM Where: NewCity Mall, 1457 N Halsted, 312-248-8569. Validated parking is $6 for 2-3 hours. Grab a cooler, blankets or chairs, and head to NEWCITY. Enjoy drinks and dinner (there's a Nando's Peri Peri) before … [Read more...] about Free Summer Concert Series NewCity





















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