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It’s that time of year! The season to enjoy Chicago views of gorgeous Lake Michigan has officially arrived and there’s no better way to take in all the watery beauty than with a boat cruise. Chicago Party Boat is offering discounted Friday Night Skyline Cruises every Friday in May, May 1- 29, 2026 Glide along […]

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Don’t get it twisted, this is an amazing deal for pretzel lovers! One of the best places to enjoy a fresh, hot pretzel is at Auntie Anne’s. And, for a limited time, the popular pretzel shop is offering a Golden Pretzel Pass for 52 weeks of salty (or sugary) pretzel goodness. It’s the perfect opportunity […]

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One of the joys of summer in Chicago is experiencing the eclectic cultural events at Daley Plaza. Under the shade of the Picasso sculpture, artists and performers from around the world sing, dance and present cultural ceremonies that supply an exciting assortment of cultural discoveries for free.   The  Daley Center sponsors FREE cultural programs […]

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The annual  Sor Juana  Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers, filmmakers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through April 29, 2026.  Check out some of the exciting free or low-cost highlights. Advance registration and tickets are […]

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Dining at fast-food restaurants is no longer as inexpensive as it once was for families on a budget. Fortunately, McDonald’s is serving up more choices and more ways to save with the expansion of its affordable (and popular) McValue Menu. Hungry bargain hunters can now enjoy two new deals at participating locations — starting April […]

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