The Chicago Traveler

To all our U.S. readers, happy Fourth! If you want to celebrate without the traditional explosions and fireworks, here are a few other options…
• Continuing from yesterday’s festivities, the Fourth of July Celebration at Citizen Bar features a $25 drink package (along with a free burger before 1 p.m.) and a bags tournament. (11:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.)
• Are you a fan of anime? Break out your costumes for J-Pop Night, a Japanese pop dance party at darkroom. ($5 after 11 p.m., 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.)
• Blu Coral, a contemporary sushi lounge, offers a special patriotic menu. Dinner specials …read more

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One of my favorite things about this time of year is seeing all the beautiful holiday displays around the city. Not only do people dress up their homes, but many of the city’s attractions are stunningly dressed in lights. You can’t help but get in the holiday spirit when seeing these twinkling lights.
• Brookfield Zoo: Want to see some real reindeer? Get up early on Saturday or Sunday, and you and the kids can have breakfast with Santa at the Brookfield Zoo. After your meal, say hello to the animals, including the reindeer, polar bears, and penguins. At night, the …read more

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