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May 17, 2012

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Try a Tour of the Chicago Theater

The $12 Chicago Theater tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of this grand old dame of theaters, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible). During the tour, you willl hear about the visionaries who opened The Chicago Theatre, whose influence on popular entertainment in Chicago is still recognized today. Tours also include the photo exhibit in The Chicago Theatre’s lower lobby, “Chicago: Three Centuries of Theatres.”



Free Burger at Ted’s Montana Grill – Last Day to Vote!

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If you vote today in the FAN Favorite FANatic contest on the Ted’s Montana Grill website, they’ll email you a coupon for a free burger.



Legally Blonde

The smash-hit musical based on the hilarious movie, LEGALLY BLONDE is the story of sorority star Elle Woods, an underestimated blonde who doesn’t take “no” for an answer.



The Addams Family

The weird and wonderful family created by New Yorker cartoonist Charles Addams comes to devilishly delightful life in a Broadway musicaland you can see it first right here in Chicago.



Walk For Lung Cancer

Its time to get active and make a difference! Join the LUNGevity Foundation on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at Diversey Harbor for a 2.5 mile walk in support of lung cancer research.



GermanAmerican Fest

Neighborhood Festival in honor of General Von Steuben with a parade on Lincoln Ave.



Museum Free Days Offer Discount on Harry Potter Exhibition

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Today marks the opening at the Museum of Science and Industry of “Harry Potter: The Exhibition” which will make its home here until late September, 2009. The ticketed exhibition (discounts on free museum days — see below) offers fans a [...]



Sunday Salon Series: Mother’s Day Celebration with Julia Bentley, mezzosoprano, and KuangHao Huang, piano

This talented duo presents an eclectic Mothers Day program which includes Britten’s A Charm of Lullabies and Messiaen’s Poemes pour M, as well as songs by Poulenc, Adams and Corigliano.



Blues Heaven Foundation Free Tour

During the month of May, Blues Heaven offers a free tour of the historical landmark, Chess Records Studio,
located at 2120 South Michigan Avenue, to any guest that arrives between 12-1pm.



Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts Series: Yukiko Sekino, Piano

Don’t miss this concert featuring Yukiko Sekino, Piano.



Free Ice Cream This Thursday – Carvel’s in Wilmette

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Carvel Ice Cream turns 75 years old this year, and to celebrate, it’s giving away a free Iceberg drink concoction, which is made by blending any of your favorite soda flavors with ice and vanilla flavoring topped with a scoop of Carvel’s famous premium soft serve ice cream. To get yours, stop by the Wilmette Carvel Ice Cream shop on Thursday, April 30, from 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. (the only Illinois location is in Winnetka at 3232 Lake Street in Willmette). Telephone is (847) 853-1800.



Free Cooking Classes – May, 2009

The Williams-Sonoma in The Woodlands Mall will be hosting free cooking classes during the month of May. The hour-long culinary arts classes will take place Sunday, May 3rd, 2009; Sunday, May 17th, 2009; and Sunday, May 31st, 2009. Classes will be held from 12p.m. to 1p.m. in the Demonstration Kitchen in the store.



Artropolis

Artropolis, Chicago’s famed, weekend-long art spectacular, is taking place the first weekend of May (1-4) at the Merchandise Mart. The show will be split into three separate events: Art Chicago, NEXT and The Merchandise Mart Antiques Fair.



Free Comic Book Day – May 2

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Free Comic Book Day is a single day – the first Saturday in May (May 2 in 2009) – when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to anyone who comes into their stores.



Harry Potter: The Exhibition

In a 10,000-square-foot exhibit space, Harry Potter: The Exhibition will offer fans a first-hand look inside the boy-wizards magical world and the opportunity to experience the amazing craftsmanship of more than 200 authentic costumes and props from the Harry Potter films. These artifacts will be displayed in settings inspired by the film sets, including the Great Hall, Hagrid’s hut and the Gryffindor common room.