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The Chicago Traveler

July 24th, 2008

Weekend Quickies (July 25-27, 2008)

• At the Newberry Library’s 24th annual Book Fair, you can browse through more than 100,000 books in 60 categories, most of which cost $2 or less. (July 24-27)
• In honor of Jimmy Buffet’s concerts at Toyota Park (July 24, 26), Lizzy McNeill’s Irish Pub is holding a Luau on the Chicago River. This Hawaiian-themed […]

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February 7th, 2008

Valentine’s Day 2008, II

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Whether you’re lovesick or sick of love, there’s something in town for you.
• There are three little words that every woman wants to hear: “wine, cheese, chocolate.” Go all out, and buy your beloved a $96 glass of bubbly. Eno will be serving Dom Perignon Rose 1996 by […]

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December 13th, 2007

Spiaggia

At the intersection of Oak Street and Michigan Avenue, where Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and all its great shopping begins, corporate businesspeople and Gold Coast foodies take in the breathtaking view offered by Chef Tony Mantuano’s Spiaggia. The sights inside aren’t so bad either with marble accents, plush fabrics, beautiful chandeliers, and stunningly white tablecloths. And […]

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October 18th, 2007

Weekend Quickies

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Friday, October 19, Y-ME Illinois will honor all those that have been affected by breast cancer and their supporters. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., The Big Night Out at Union Station will raise funds that will allow Y-ME to continue their work in the community, supporting and educating women. […]

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