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    The Big City Blog: Scoping out some of Chicago’s best fall color destinations

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    October 3, 2018
    Perhaps the epicenter for taking in the colors of the season in Chicago is Lincoln Park, in all its tree-filled splendor, nestled in between ...
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    The Big City Blog: Tips on where to watch the Chicago Marathon Oct. 7

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    October 2, 2018
    Visit ChicagoMarathon.com to download the spectator guide and Bank of America Chicago Marathon app, which includes important information and maps.
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    The Big City Blog: The foodie paradise that is Chicago Gourmet runs Sept. 26-30

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    September 17, 2018
    Chicago Gourmet has celebrity chefs headlining cooking demonstrations, an incredible lineup of food, wine, spirits and beer tastings, as well as wine and mixology ...
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    The Big City Blog: “Tootsie,” the beloved hit movie, returns as a comedy musical at the Cadillac Palace Theatre

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    September 16, 2018
    A beloved comedy from the silver screen has been revived as a musical and is in Chicago for a pre-Broadway run through Oct. 14.
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    The Big City Blog: The 60th annual Chicago Air and Water Show is Aug. 18-19 at North Avenue Beach

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    August 12, 2018
    The Big City Blog: The 60th annual Chicago Air and Water Show is Aug. 18-19 at North Avenue Beach
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    The Big City Blog: A quick guide to surviving the craziness of Lollapalooza

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    August 3, 2018
    Lollapalooza after-shows at dozens of venues around the city are a great late-night option to catch your favorite band or discover some new artists.
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    Finally: One fan’s long, excruciating wait to experience the phenomenon that is “Hamilton”

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 16, 2018
    This is when the idea that I would never see this show started to pop into my head. Maybe, if I were lucky, I ...
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    The Big City Blog: Advice on how to make the most of the Chicago Pride Fest and Pride Parade

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    June 16, 2018
    We asked three locals who are longtime attendees of Chicago’s much-celebrated Pride Fest (June 16-17) and Pride Parade (June 24) for their advice on ...
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    The Big City Blog: “Dirty Dancing — The Classic Story on Stage” returns to Chicago May 29-June 3

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    May 26, 2018
    Exploding with heart-pounding music and “big, bold dance numbers that explode with excitement,” this worldwide smash is based on one of the most popular ...
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    The Big City Blog: North Coast Music Festival lineup, ROOF on TheWit’s Monday Movie Series, Shore Club expansion and more

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    May 21, 2018
    With classic films like Pretty Woman and newer favorites like Black Panther beginning every Monday at 8:30 p.m., as well as complimentary popcorn and ...
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  • Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    November 11, 2021
  • Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & ...

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 31, 2019
  • First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater ...

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 30, 2019
  • Shop around the Corner: Reckless Records and Havilah

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    January 5, 2013
  • It’s cold out there: A few spots to warm up this winter

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    December 6, 2010
  • Chicago’s hidden gems: Radio plays, Vintage Underground and Jerry’s Sandwiches

    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    December 6, 2010
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  • November 11, 2021

    Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

  • July 31, 2019

    Chicago Insider Etienne Padin on obscure museums, shopping in Andersonville and dining at Maple & Ash

  • July 30, 2019

    First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater experience

  • July 28, 2019

    Finger lickin’ good: Six trusted Chicago spots for a stellar barbecue experience

  • July 25, 2019

    The Big City Blog: Four Friday Night Flights beer tastings remain this summer, including July 26 in Ravenswood

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    • Inside Scoop: Massive FoBAB beer festival returns to Chicago this weekend, Nov. 12-13

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      November 11, 2021
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      July 31, 2019
    • First Look review: CMX CineBistro provides a fun, fresh take on the luxury dine-in theater ...

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      July 30, 2019

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