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LATEST BLOG POSTS
- Celebration
- Environment
Earth Day in Chicago 2022
Since 1970, April 22 has been designated as Earth Day to promote the importance of protecting the environment. This weekend, Earth Day events are happening all over the Chicago area where people can do their part to help keep our city beautiful. The theme for Earth Day 2022 is Invest in Our Planet. The organizers […]
April 22, 2022
- Culture
Celebrate the keepers of knowledge by visiting these Chicago libraries
April 16 was National Librarian Day, where we recognized the important role that librarians play in our society. In their honor, we’re taking a look at some of the great libraries that Chicago has to offer. Chicago’s public library system started in the aftermath of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, when 8,000 books of […]
April 18, 2022
- Culture
- Iconic Chicago
Iconic Chicago: The Art Institute of Chicago
Our new monthly series Iconic Chicago looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. In honor of World Art Day on April 15, we kick off Iconic Chicago with one of the city’s […]
April 12, 2022
- Celebration
- Food
11 exquisite locations around Chicago for a superb Easter brunch
Easter Sunday is quickly approaching, falling on April 17 this year. Folks will be looking to resume their indulgences after 40 days of Lent. To help with that, we’ve compiled a list of restaurants from across the Chicago area that have something special in store for Easter brunch. The places listed below have menus ranging […]
April 7, 2022
- Sports
Play Ball! Memorable Opening Days in Cubs and White Sox History
The timing of Opening Day always brings optimism and the promise of rebirth, so here are some memorable home openers in the histories of both of Chicago’s beloved baseball clubs. Last year was disappointing for Chicago baseball fans. On the strength of an intriguing blend of rookies and veterans with arguably the best starting rotation […]
April 7, 2022
- Celebration
Easter Egg Hunts, colorful cheers around Chicago
It’s time for a favorite holiday activity for the kids: the annual Easter Egg Hunts, with lots of them in Chicago! You just can’t top the excitement of beating the competition to collect the most eggs filled with delicious chocolate treats, small toys or coins! This celebration is believed to have originally come from Germany, where […]
April 4, 2022