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Beauty Product Deals at Bravco Beauty Center

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Beauty Product Deals at Bravco Beauty Center Where: 43 E. Oak, (312) 943-4305. What is Bravco? Bravco is a small store packed to the rafters with great deals on hair care and other beauty products many of which are only sold exclusively at salons.  They've been around for decades.  It's so … [Read more...] about Beauty Product Deals at Bravco Beauty Center

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Free talking statues around Chicago

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If you haven't already checked these out they have been extended through 2020.  With the weather so glorious there's still plenty of time to check out the "talking" statue throughout the City: Statue Stories Just approach one of the participating statues, locate the sign and scan in the QR code … [Read more...] about Free talking statues around Chicago

Cheap eats Gold Coast Chicago

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Cheap eats Gold Coast Chicago.  There are many fabulous restaurants throughout the Gold Coast but many don't qualify as affordable.  Following are the best quality and best value options. All information was verified at the time of this post and can change without notice.  All … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Gold Coast Chicago

Cheap eats Chicago Loop

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There are many fabulous restaurants throughout the Loop but many don't qualify as affordable.  Following are the best quality and best value options.  All information was verified at the time of this post and can change without notice..  Unless stated otherwise all prices are … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Chicago Loop

Take a free art tour of Grant Park Chicago

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Grant Park (including Millennium Park) contains 42 pieces of art hiding in plain site throughout the park from DuSable Harbor south to Northerly Island (not technically Grant Park). The Chicago Park District has updated their site (yeah!) and there is a map feature.  Just type in the name of the … [Read more...] about Take a free art tour of Grant Park Chicago

Chicago on the Cheap hotel guide

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Chicago is a world class city and as a result our hotels have world class prices.  Rates vary by time of year so if you can withstand arctic temperatures you can get some really good deals during the winter. And please, if you google "Cheap Chicago Hotels" and some no-name hotel comes up that … [Read more...] about Chicago on the Cheap hotel guide

Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago

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Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago.If you're not in the mood to cook or are heading straight from the office to a Millennium Park concert here's some reasonably priced options for a great picnic in the park. Brown Bag Seafood, 340 E. Randolph 312-496-3999. Great fresh seafood prepared to … [Read more...] about Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago

Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse

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Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse. Going to the theater can be expensive and if you want to make an afternoon or evening out of it dining adds to the cost. Following are reasonably priced restaurants and Happy Hours. Always check the website or call for hours before heading over. The area … [Read more...] about Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse

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Free Kids Events Smart Museum of Art

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Free Kids Events Smart Museum of Art. Where: Smart Museum, 5550 South Greenwood Avenue. 773-702-0200. smart-museum@uchicago.edu When:  Saturday, June 2, July 7, August 4, 2018 1:00PM-4:00PM The Smart Museum, located on the University of Chicago campus, is always free and open to the … [Read more...] about Free Kids Events Smart Museum of Art

Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre

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Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre. Going to the theater can be expensive and if you want to make an afternoon or evening out of it dining adds to the cost. Following are reasonably priced restaurants and Happy Hours. Always check the website or call for hours before heading over.   This area … [Read more...] about Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre

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Chicago theater tickets $20 or less

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Chicago theater tickets $20 or less.  We're lucky in Chicago to have a wide range of theater options from Broadway shows to high quality storefront and small theater productions. Here are some performances we found for $20 or less: All theater ticket deals Chicago Theater Ticket Deals and … [Read more...] about Chicago theater tickets $20 or less

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Discount spa services in Chicago

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Discount spa services in Chicago. Spa services - massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, a cut and color and more - all of these can be expensive.  Following are locations of massage and cosmetology schools that offer discount services. The services are performed by students, under the supervision … [Read more...] about Discount spa services in Chicago

Experience a 19th century saloon

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Experience a 19th century saloon. The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel is recreating a 19th Century saloon, Foxy Ed’s,  complete with booze and themed events. When: May 3rd- 26th on Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings, 5pm-Midnight. Where: Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, 12 S. … [Read more...] about Experience a 19th century saloon

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Free digital media at Chicago Public Library

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Free digital media at Chicago Public Library. The CPL provides patrons with free access to digital media through hoopla which allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, phone and TV.  With no waiting, titles can be streamed … [Read more...] about Free digital media at Chicago Public Library

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