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4th of July Celebrations to heat things up in the Windy City

With all the BBQ’s, celebrations and festive events prepared all around the city for our Independence Day, it’s a pity we can’t make a week-long celebration out of it. But hey, Wednesday is as good as any other day to party so make sure you’re surrounded by friends and family on this special occasion that [...]

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Top three destinations for Memorial Day fun

The fun starts May 25. Not only because it’s a long weekend and a well-deserved break from work but because it’s officially summer. For me this translates into one thing and one thing only: beach parties! In addition to being perfect for walking, jogging or swimming, Chicago’s waterfront is the perfect spot to celebrate Memorial [...]

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New shows at Chicago venue celebrate grandeur, innovation

If you’re looking for some magical entertainment options that might lighten up your dreary days, you should definitely check out Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) on Navy Pier, at 800 East Grand Avenue. The outstanding venue will host a true celebration of literature and art this year, with some of the most famous playwrights in the [...]

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Spring break fun in Chicago

If you are not one of those lucky ones heading down to Florida or some other warm location for the spring break and you’ve opted for a comfy (and affordable) staycation instead, Chicago can be a lot of fun. Don’t underestimate our vibrant City of Big Shoulders; it can offer plenty of opportunities to get [...]

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Chicago’s Navy Pier to get another makeover

Navy Pier is kind of like Chicago’s version of Kim Kardashian. It keeps making itself over, people either love it or hate it, and everyone’s got an opinion on it, even if they don’t know much about it other than what they read online. The contest to completely redesign the landmark Chicago gathering place, once [...]

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Must-see movies filmed in Chicago

See your city on the silver screen in one of these feature film productions, which have retained their stature as classics over the passing years. As Chicago continues to develop and change, these movies keep us in touch with the way things used to be. Blues Brothers – The classic buddy chase film featuring John [...]

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Dog sled races at Snow Days Chicago

You can always count on Chicago weather in January to be cold, with chilly winds, lots of snow and temperatures that rarely go above the freezing mark. But in spite all of this, the snow is still worth celebrating. Just when the weather gets colder, that’s when things really heat up in the Windy City. [...]

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NYE 2012 in Chicago

As 2012 draws ever closer, you must ask yourself: What am I doing on New Year’s Eve?  It’s time to start getting those plans laid out so you aren’t stuck out in the cold on the biggest party night of the year. Chicago is definitely the place to be for New Year’s. It has it [...]

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Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier

Each Christmas season, Winter Wonderfest transforms Navy Pier into an indoor winter wonderland full of games, rides, music and a forest of beautifully decorated trees. The 11th annual edition will bring even more fun to Chicago, expanding the beloved holiday tradition by one week. Located in the Streetervill neighborhood, Navy Pier is a 3,300 foot [...]