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Oktoberfest in Lyons?

Posted on June 21, 2018June 21, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Oktoberfest in Lyons?

Oktoberfest in Lyons? Trustee Alonzi floats idea of autumn festival By Steve Metsch Lyons Trustee Pat Alonzi hops to bring plenty of German food, beer and music to the village. At the recent meeting of the village board’s finance committee, Alonzi floated the idea of Lyons hosting an Oktoberfest celebration. “Do we ever have any…

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Hot times in Bridgeview

Posted on June 21, 2018June 21, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Hot times in Bridgeview

Hot times in Bridgeview Chi-Town Hot Sauce Expo hits Toyota Park  By Steve Metsch Things will be heating up at Toyota Park this weekend, and it’s not another blast of hot summer weather. Rather, it’s hot recipes, hot sauce and plenty of hot peppers. The first-ever Chi-Town Hot Sauce Expo will be held Saturday and…

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Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July

Posted on June 16, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July

Quad Cities plans fireworks and celebrations for this year’s 4th of July Quad Cities – It’s going to be a Red, White, and Blue long weekend in the Quad Cities.  There is a plethora of activities to put you in the patriotic mood. Celebrate America’s birthday on the Mississippi riverfront Tuesday, July 3, 2018, during…

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Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10

Posted on June 1, 2018June 1, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10
Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10

Candlewick Lake & Links Festival June 10 Come Out for a Day of Fun with Your Family & Friends Sunday June 10. Open to the public. Candlewick is a gated community with a large beautiful lake. Non-residents normally require entrance through a resident. But during the Lake and Links Festival, the gates will be open…

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Chicagoland authors autograph books at Printer’s Row Festival June 9-10

Posted on May 31, 2018May 31, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicagoland authors autograph books at Printer’s Row Festival June 9-10
Chicagoland authors autograph books at Printer’s Row Festival June 9-10

Chicagoland authors autograph books at Printer’s Row Festival June 9-10 Local Chicagoland authors Molly Page, Kathleen Dragan, Jessica Mlinaric, Sarah Parisi, and Ellen Shubart will be signing their books at the Printer’s Row Lit Fest. The festival is set for Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10 starting at 10 am. Admission is free and…

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Summit to test raffles

Posted on May 30, 2018May 30, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Summit to test raffles

Summit to test raffles St. Joe’s raffle to be closely watched by village By Steve Metsch The Summit Village Board wants to take a look at how raffles are run and how to best regulate them. With that in mind, the board approved an ordinance that would allow raffles in Summit, using one run at…

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Stage 773 hosts 6th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival May 17-20

Posted on May 14, 2018May 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stage 773 hosts 6th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival May 17-20
Stage 773 hosts 6th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival May 17-20

Stage 773 hosts 6th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival May 17-20 Stage 773, the vibrant comedy hub of Chicago, hosts the 6th Annual Chicago Nerd Comedy Festival, beginning THIS Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, May 20 at 1225 W. Belmont. This year’s line-up includes several headliners including Tamale Sepp, along with a fun-filled weekend of…

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Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history

Posted on April 25, 2018April 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history
Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history

Chicagoland to celebrate Scottish culture and history 32nd Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games to be held  Friday, June 15 & Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Aye-Tasca, Illinois. Explore Scottish culture and celebrate your inner-Scot…..while supporting the oldest charity in Illinois, Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care The largest Scottish cultural organization in North America, the CHICAGO SCOTS present…

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Chicago announces 2018 Millennium Park summer season events

Posted on March 22, 2018March 22, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago announces 2018 Millennium Park summer season events

Chicago announces 2018 Millennium Park summer season events Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) are pleased to announce the dates for Millennium Park’s 2018 summer season which runs from May through September. Millennium Park will offer traditional favorites like the Chicago House Music Festival, Chicago Gospel Music…

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Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Posted on November 15, 2017September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule
Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule Year of Creative Youth January–December 2018 Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events have designated 2018 as the “Year of Creative Youth.” The $2 million investment by the City of Chicago will include a Creative Youth Festival across the Millennium Park Campus, performance…

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Christmas holidays shoved down our throats

Posted on November 9, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Christmas holidays shoved down our throats
Christmas holidays shoved down our throats

Christmas holidays shoved down our throats It’s not even three weeks till Thanksgiving and stores are already pushing and promoting Christmas. Don’t you think it’s just too soon? Maybe we should enjoy the Fall and also Thanksgiving before we start focusing on the Christmas holidays. By Ray Hanania You don’t have to be Christian to…

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Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities

Posted on November 2, 2017November 2, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities
Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities

Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT MILLENNIUM PARK CAMPUS, WITH HOLIDAY TRADITIONS INCLUDING THE CITY OF CHICAGO CHRISTMAS TREE, ICE SKATING AND MORE. The holiday season kicks off November 17 with the 104th Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting and the openings of McCormick Tribune Ice Rink and the Maggie Daley Park Ice…

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Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Posted on October 3, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition
Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Czech & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition For many years, the Czech community was Chicagoland’s most recognized cultural presence. As Chicagoland’s immigration makeup has expanded, the Czech community identity continues each year with the popular Houby Day Festival and Parade in Chicago’s West suburbs By Ray Hanania Much is made by the mainstream…

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Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications

Posted on August 15, 2017August 16, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications
Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications

Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications Sketch comedy artists around the world are invited to apply for the 17th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival “Chicago SketchFest seizes the comedy moment…you need to hop to it.” – Chicago Tribune Stage 773 is excited to announce that applications are now open for The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival. The…

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Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16

Posted on June 20, 2017August 20, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16
Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16

Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16 Featuring KISS, Ozzy Osbourne, Korn & More, ReverbNation Battle Of The Bands Contest Is Now Open, Allowing One Unsigned Band To Take The Festival Stage, Loudwire Premieres New Installment In “The Vikings Are Coming!” Animated Video Series Performance times have been announced for the 40-plus bands…

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Liberty Run, Music, Swimming & Fireworks highlight Orland Park July 4th Festivities

Posted on June 19, 2017September 28, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Liberty Run, Music, Swimming & Fireworks highlight Orland Park July 4th Festivities

Liberty Run, Music, Swimming & Fireworks highlight Orland Park July 4th Festivities The Village of Orland Park will host a number of events to celebrate America’s birthday. “Orland Park coming together as a community to celebrate America’s birthday is a longstanding part of the village’s history,” said Mayor Keith Pekau. “Those of us who grew…

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