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Obama Center releases grand opening weekend events schedule
The Obama Presidential Center will have its grand opening celebration next month, with a number of free events slated to celebrate the long-awaited moment. According to a release from organizers, the grand opening festivities will take place from June 19-21, with a "free, open-house-style weekend commemorating thi...
Chicago's Iconic Pizzerias Unite For The Inaugural Slice of Chicago Race
Slice of Chicago is making its debut on July 12, at Soldier Field, uniting runners and pizza lovers in a celebration of one of the city's most iconic culinary traditions. Registered participants will receive a free slice of pizza from one of four of Chicago's most storied pizzerias, each representing the city's deep-di...
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Heading To The Vatican For A Pope Visit? You'll Probably Run Into Some Chicagoans
Dave and Denise Hughes, donning White Sox gear and Chicago flags, were walking outside St. Peter's Square just after sunrise Wednesday. The Wheaton natives spotted another pair wearing Sox gear across the street. "Are you guys South Siders?" Dave Hughes bellowed. They were. The two couples connected, and the ...
Navy Pier is hosting a 10th Anniversary Celebration for the Centennial Wheel-including $10 rides
The iconic Centennial Wheel turns 10 years old this month, and Chicagoans can celebrate with a $10 spin on the famed ride! Navy Pier will host its Centennial Wheel 10th Anniversary celebration on Wednesday, May 27, offering $10 wheels rides all day. Pier-goers will also enjoy $10 parking for the first 110 vehicles in t...
Taste of Chicago announces performer and vendor lineup
Rapper Common, indie band Beach Bunny and R&B artist Babyface are among the acts set to headline Taste of Chicago, July 8-12 in Grant Park, the city of Chicago announced Thursday. The annual free festival returns to a primetime stretch in the summer after being bumped to September by the NASCAR Chicago Street Race,...
Chicago's beaches open for the season
As Chicago shakes off the last traces of spring, the lakefront is once again poised to become the center of summer life. Friday marks the unofficial start of summer as lakefront beaches officially open for the season, according to the Chicago Park District, which manages the city's 26 miles of open and free lakefront. ...
You Can Now Celebrate 'Italian Beef Day' In Illinois, Starting Saturday
Saturday is a good day to treat yourself to an Italian beef sandwich. May 23 is officially "Italian Beef Day" in Illinois after the adoption of House Resolution 0912 on Wednesday. The resolution commends the "iconic sandwich as a proud symbol of the State's culinary heritage, immigrant history, and commu...
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