Are you looking for a unique gift idea for your loved one? Consider Adopting an Artifact from Chicago History Museum. This year’s artifacts include Kukla, Fran and Ollie’s Fletcher Rabbit, the diorama of the Rush Street Bridge, Walter Payton’s football uniform, Chicago’s first locomotive – The Pioneer, fire marshal helmet, and Mrs McCormicks even gown.
Each adoption helps suport the Chicago History Museum. Adopt today!
The annual Zoo lights is a neat thing being featured at the Lincoln Park Zoo. This is also Free. I can’t really describe this activity – you just have to experience it. Be sure and dress warm as its an evening/night time activity. It’s an absolute joy to see and if you have little kids, they will enjoy it as well.
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Do you like to shop in Consignment stores? I absolutely love to. I used to turn up my nose to them because I really didn’t know what was there. Imagine my surprise when I went for the first time. I loved it. There are so many great finds there.
Consignment is of course buying someone else’s product whether it is clothes or furniture. Some stores will sell items for you for a percentage of the amount it sells for. Others will pay for them outright and you really won’t know how much it goes for. We all know about Goodwill and …read more
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December 28-30 Get ready for the largest indoor playground ever. If you are into sports or your children are, this is a great place to go. There will tournaments in Soccer, Volleyball and Table Tennis. In addition there will also be tournaments for wheelchair and adaptive sports. Other activities will include wall climbing, boxing, open basketball courts, tots area, fitness, skateboarding and more all for free. If you enjoy sports, no matter what age you are, get to the Sports Fest. You are guaranteed to have a great time. It’s also great for the kids, since they are out of …read more
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The Bank of America Winter Wonder Fest is back at Navy Pier. You can enjoy refreshments, ice skating, rides and other activities.
Prices – Activity Wristband Pricing – This year prices are Basic Activity Wristband $12.00 per person (includes all rides & activities except ice-skating) – Premium Wristband $16.00 per person (includes ice skating). There is also a parking special. Family Free Parking Pack – Purchase your “Family Free Parking Pack” which includes 4 premium wristbands and Free Parking for one low price! $57.00 — (valid only Dec. 7-11 and Dec. 14-18), Includes 4 Premium wristbands and Free parking! $64.00 — …read more
The Clarke and Glessner House Museums will host a variety of 19th century inspired holiday events over the weekend of December 13 and 14. All activities begin at the Glessner House Museum coach house, located on 18th Street between Indiana and Prairie Avenues.
If you are looking for something out of the ordinary to do with your family and friends this holiday season, you are in for a great treat.
Saturday, December 13, 1- 4 pm
Tickets: $10 per child, $2 per adult; reservations recommended. Adults and children can take a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh, then spend the afternoon in the Clarke …read more
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Today we celebrate Thanksgiving. We all know the store of the early settlers and the Indians. It is the day set aside by President Abraham Lincoln to acknowledge “The gracious gifts of the Most High God”. Later, Congress made the last Thursday in November a National Holiday in 1941.
Thanksgiving is a great time to spend watching the parade here in Chicago and to spend time with family and friends. It is also a time to give to those less fortunate than others. Be appreciative of what you do have. Sometimes it’s easier to get caught up on focusing on what …read more
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There is not one person who has not heard about Black Friday. It’s the beginning of the Holiday Season. Find a special gift for all of the people on your list at a great price. Stores in Chicagoland and across the US will open at before the crack of dawn.
Shoppers will attack the stores looking for advertised specials. If they are lucky, they will find that most stores have limited quantities and no rain checks.
The media will pump up shoppers to say that its the busiest time of the year. In actuality, the Saturday before Christmas is the busiest retail …read more
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Are you interested in an alternative to the bar scene? Why not combine Yoga love and a great time by participating in Midnight Yoga, Saturday December 5th at the Bloom Yoga Studio. Try an candlelight yoga session with great live music beginning at 10pm. Enjoy the company of fellow yogis with wine and cheese after your session. Pre registration is required. For more information, contact Bloom Yoga Studio. $20.
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N Rockwell, near the Brown Line
(773) 463-YOGA
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Restaurant Perla
Are you looking for a new restaurant to try? Maybe you have a taste for Chicken Snitzel or Meatball Soup, YUM! Come to Restaurant Perla on Belmont Avenue. The have good prices and even better ambiance. Try a traditional Romanian drink. Call for a reservation at (773)282-5522 or click to go straight to their website.
Tell them The Chicago Traveler sent you.
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