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Memorial Day Weekend 2012: 15 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend Chicago-Style.

Monday, May 21, 2012. Chicago’s giant kick-start to summer…Memorial Day Weekend 2012…officially begins this Friday, May 25. Outdoor fun goes into overtime mode with beaches, baseball, fireworks, festivals, parades, outdoor dining and farmers markets all taking root. In addition, Memorial Day is a day to remember those who served, fought, and died in defense of... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
May 21, 2012 at 9:33 am

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NATO Summit in Chicago: Ten Places to Escape from the Chaos.

Chicago, Monday, May 14, 2012. With the Art Institute, Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium, closed from Saturday through Monday (Field Museum closed Sunday and Monday) due to NATO-related logistical issues along with the parking restrictions, road closures, Metra and CTA disruptions, you may want to take a step beyond the chaos for this weekend’s... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
May 14, 2012 at 10:29 am

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Mother's Day in Chicago: Ten Original Outings Designed for Your Kind of Mom.

Chicago, Monday, May 7, 2012. Instead of the usual brunch, flowers and chocolate, why not try something different this year for Mother’s Day. Below are some ideas for moms of all types. Try one on for size to see if it fits your mom. The CEO Mom. With this mom, life is well-organized, under-control and... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
May 7, 2012 at 10:33 am

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Chicago Piano Day 2012: Save the Date.

Chicago, Friday, April 27, 2012. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association (CSOA) has proclaimed Sunday, May 27, 2012 as Chicago Piano Day. Piano Day, will feature a roster of FREE events including recitals, films, demonstrations, lectures and piano lessons at Symphony Center. The day, hosted by actor and accomplished amateur pianist David Hyde Pierce, will kick... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 27, 2012 at 9:25 am

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Just For Laughs Chicago 2012 Lineup: Vince Vaughn, Conan O'Brien, and more.

Chicago, Tuesday, April 24, 2012. TBS Just for Laughs, the biggest comedy festival in the U.S.A., comes to the Windy City for a fourth go-around this year kicking off June 12 through June 17, 2012. The Fest showcases an astonishing array of comedians, sketch shows, specialty acts at some of the city’s most iconic venues... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 24, 2012 at 10:11 am

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Ten Hottest Tickets for Ravinia Festival 2012: Santana, Train and More.

Chicago, Monday, April 23, 2012. With tickets to Ravinia Festival 2012 going on sale this Thursday, April 26 to the general public, it’s time to get your calendar in order for this summer’s must see shows. Pavilion seats to some shows are already sold out (or nearly sold out) to donors of $250 or more... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 23, 2012 at 11:11 am

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Headliners Announced for Taste of Chicago 2012: Jennifer Hudson, Death Cab for Cutie and Others.

Chicago, Thursday, April 19, 2012. The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events today announced that Jennifer Hudson, Chaka Khan, Death Cab for Cutie and Dierks Bentley will perform as headline musical acts at the Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park (Jackson and Columbus) as part of the 32nd Annual Taste of Chicago, July 11-15... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 19, 2012 at 11:05 am

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Discover Chicago 2012: Its Food, Architecture, Historic Neighborhoods and Secret Places on a Neighborhood Tour.

Chicago, Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Take a trip around the world while staying inside the city limits of Chicago on a Chicago Neighborhood Tour. Visit Chicago’s eclectic mix of ethnic neighborhoods offering a taste of faraway places from Poland to the Ukraine; from Mexico to Asia, Africa and more. See the world-class architecture of Frank... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 11, 2012 at 9:53 am

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MythBusters at Chicago Museum of Science and Industry: Enter Drawing to Win 4 Free Passes to MythBusters.

Chicago, Monday, April 9, 2012. Dodge a Bullet, Change Into a Superhero and find the answers to age old questions such as: Will running in the rain really keep you drier? This is all part of the fun at Chicago Museum of Science and Industry’s popular new exhibition “MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition”, modeled after the... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 9, 2012 at 10:06 am

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Chicago Easter Events 2012: Kids, Dogs and Grown-ups.

Chicago, Thursday, April 5, 2012. If you’re looking for something to do with Fido, the kids, or just some quiet time for yourself–check out a few of the traditional and offbeat events listed below: 1. Lincoln Park. Lincoln Park is always a good choice. You can spend the day or just a couple of hours... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
April 5, 2012 at 10:53 am

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