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The variety and broad appeal of Latin American cinema will be showcased during the 42nd annual Chicago Latino Film Festival from April 16-27, 2026.  Viewers will be transported to Ecuador, Venezuela, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Argentina and many other countries during this exciting showcase.     Journey to many of the cultures and experiences of Latin […]

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Get ready for spring by browsing handmade home goods, art, clothing, jewelry, gourmet products and more at the One of a Kind spring show at theMART, April 24-26, 2026. Explore the work of over 350 artists and designers from all over North America during the annual spring show. This is an event where you can […]

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are many diversified events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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Hungry for savings?  When dining out, one of the best ways to keep your budget in check is to take advantage of any meal deals on the menu. The savings are in that, if you bought each item individually, you would pay a higher price overall.  And Dunkin’ has a popular meal deal full of […]

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View an eye-opening array of horror and psychological thrillers at Beyond Chicago, the biggest genre film festival in the U.S., at the iconic Music Box Theatre on April 2-5, 2026.  Watch 30 feature movies from all over the world, including classics and contemporary films, at this inaugural event. Travel to Japan for the exciting  2k […]

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