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2009 Free Days at Chicago Museums
This one's a keeper...
Chicago's home to some of the finest museums in the world, but unfortunately they can be a little pricey. Fortunately, they offer free days throughout the year. While general admission is free on those days, special exhibitions usually require a paid ticket.
Read moreSubmitted by The Local Tourist on January 5, 2009 - 1:10pm -
Sugar + Cake = Bliss
Remember that resolution to eat healthier and lose weight? Well, throw that out the window. A new cupcake shop has opened in the Loop.
Read moreSubmitted by The Local Tourist on January 5, 2009 - 9:02am -
Shamrock Shuffle Registration Open
Out of all the races that Chicagoans compete in, the Shamrock Shuffle is one of the most popular. (Could it be the beer that awaits at the finish line?) On March 29th there's an 8K run through downtown and a 5K Fitness Walk along the lakeshore and Museum Campus.
Registration is limited to 32,500 and this event sells out every year. Since it's the 30th anniversary it's bound to fill up even faster, so sign up quickly.
Read moreSubmitted by The Local Tourist on January 4, 2009 - 5:14pm -
Get Your Picnic Permit
It may be a bit cold to start thinking of picnics, but if you're planning on having a big one once the weather warms up you'll need to get your ducks in a row this weekend. Monday the Cook County Forest Preserve is opening up Picnic Permit registration. There are various rules, regulations and fees depending on the size of your picnic and what kinds of activities you want to offer.Read more
Submitted by The Local Tourist on January 2, 2009 - 2:04pm -
Patrick Kane Able for Winter Classic
Chicago Blackhawks top scorer Patrick Kane headed to the locker room with a knee injury during the first period of Tuesday night’s loss to the Detroit Red Wings, but returned to action in the second. January 1, the Blackhawks’ franchise (and perfectly healthy) player will, along with his teammates, host the Detroit Red Wings at Wrigley Field, in NHL Winter Classic 2009. (noon on NBC) Earlier this week, “Kaner” answered questions about the outdoor battle with the Wings on conference call.
Read moreSubmitted by Paul on December 31, 2008 - 7:21pm -
Keep Your Pants...Off?
If you plan on riding the subway on January 10th, don't be surprised if you see a bunch of people without any pants on. You're not imagining things. It's "Improv Everywhere's 8th Annual No Pants! Subway Ride". The same group that brought you the MP3 Experiment is encouraging large people in Chicago, New York, and other major cities to take public transportation in their drawers. Sound like fun?Read more
Submitted by The Local Tourist on December 29, 2008 - 6:16pm -
Mayor Excited About Winter Classic
As the countdown to the NHL Winter Classic 2009 continues, Mayor Richard M. Daley, joined by Blackhawks Chairman Rocky Wirtz, Blackhawks President John McDonough, and Cubs Chairman Crane Kenney came to subzero Wrigley Field on Monday for a special press event in advance of the much-anticipated outdoor regular-season NHL game on New Year’s Day.
Read moreSubmitted by Paul on December 29, 2008 - 6:06pm -
Northwestern can Win Tonight (really they can)
Despite having a higher record and better national ranking than their opponent, #20 Northwestern (9-3) finds themselves the biggest underdog of the bowl season to #23 Missouri (9-4) in Monday night’s Alamo Bowl. Odds-makers have the Tigers a two touchdown favorite over the Wildcats in this San Antonio battle of los gatos peligrosos. On paper, it’s strength versus strength: Northwestern’s 23rd ranking scoring defense versus Mizzou’s 6th ranked offense.Read more
Submitted by Paul on December 29, 2008 - 6:02pm -
"Burn Calories, Not Cash"
You might have seen that statement on a billboard around town. That's the slogan for this (meaning next) year's fitness center promotion from the Chicago Park District. Each year they open up their 60 fitness centers for free. From January 2 - 16 you can work on being both physically and fiscally healthy. If you choose to sign up for a membership you'll also get a free Nike bag (while supplies last). Memberships range from $40 - $75 for a three-month period.
Read moreSubmitted by The Local Tourist on December 29, 2008 - 11:09am -
Girls Night Out
If someone had told me that I would spend the Saturday before Christmas at a shopping mall, I would have wondered what I did to deserve such a cruel fate. Yet I went, I shopped, and I actually had fun - a lot of fun. How did this miracle happen? Really great company, and a stay at a nearby hotel.
Read moreSubmitted by The Local Tourist on December 24, 2008 - 7:51am

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