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The Chicago Traveler

July 3rd, 2008

Independence Day Fireworks 2008

Tomorrow, the United States will celebrate Independence Day, commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. There are several fireworks displays all across the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs:
• At Navy Pier, the Fourth of July Fireworks are a ten-minute display accompanied with inspirational music. (9:30 p.m. – 9:40 p.m.)
• […]

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January 25th, 2008

Friday Film: Space Jam

Ah, the early ‘90s. It was one of the best times in sports history to be a Chicagoan. Basketball had reached its popularity-peak in the U.S. as players like Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Karl Malone, Clyde Drexler, and John Stockton dominated the scene, attracting millions of fans. And above them all, a dynasty of kings […]

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August 16th, 2007

Mastro Auctions

The sports memorabilia market has been transformed by the Internet, i.e. online auctions. The Mastro Auctions warehouse stores athletic treasures before they are sold to collectors around the world. It is the paradise for sports-collectibles junkies, with incredible finds like authentic old-school seats from different stadiums, 30-year-old sports-themed arcade games, and even a turnstile from […]

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