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Chicago Race to Mackinac
The world's longest annual freshwater sailing race takes place every year between Chicago and Michigan's Mackinac Island. Find an overview of the race here.
Race to Mackinac - Spectators
Find out where you can watch the start of the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Island and track the racers' progress.
Jobs at Chicago Employers
From the City of Chicago to Google and Harpo Productions, go directly to the hiring source and find job listings at some of Chicago's best employers.
Buy Chicago City Stickers
If you live in Chicago, you need a Chicago city sticker for your car and truck. They expire every year on June 30. Find out where to buy them here.
Outdoor Movie Festival
Every summer the City of Chicago screens films outdoors in Grant Park. Find the 2008 schedule, details, and more here.
Chicago Events - August
Find Chicago events in August. Every August, Chicago explodes with wonderful events, festivals, and celebrations. Find annual Chicago events for August here.
July 2008 Events - Top Picks
Find our top picks for Chicago Events and Great Things to Do in July beyond the Independence Day fireworks.
Chicago Jobs - Top Sites
Use these essential sites for finding a job in Chicago. We've focused on including established job sites and professional associations while avoiding infrequently updated sites or ones that re-hash job listings pulled from elsewhere.
2008 Annual Chicago Events
Find out when your favorite annual Chicago events, from Blues Fest to the Air and Water Show, take place in 2008.
Neighborhoods, Community Areas
What is the difference between a Chicago neighborhood and a Chicago community area? What exactly are wards? Find answers, see maps, and more with this Chicago FAQ answer sheet.
July 2008 Events
Find great ways of enjoying Chicago with these top picks for July 2008.
Chicago Newspapers
Find Chicago's major daily, weekly, and bi-monthly newspapers.
Chicago Movies 1990 to 2006
Find out what movies were filmed in Chicago from 1990 to 2006.
Top 12 Chicago Dog Parks
The Chicago Park District likes to call dog parks "dog friendly areas." But, if your dog is like mine, she won't know the difference.
Movies Filmed in Chicago
Find the movies and films made in Chicago and the state of Illinois between 1896 and 2006.
Chicago Gourmet Fest
Find tickets, schedule, location and more for Chicago Gourmet, the upscale food festival in Millennium Park.
Chicago Jobs at Private Firms
Find jobs at Chicago's largest privately held companies with these essential links.
Neighborhood Newspapers
Find Chicago's neighborhood and community newspapers here.
The Tin Man sculpture in Oz Park, Chicago
The Tin Man sculpture in Oz Park, Chicago
Lincoln Park Profile
Lincoln Park is a popular neighborhood on Chicago's north side that is rich with culture, nature, shopping, and, well, rich people. But don't let that keep you from exploring its impressive cultural institutions, memorable restaurants, and tree-lined streets. Check out these resources for getting the most out of Lincoln Park.
Illinois Lottery Results
Did you win the Illinois lottery? Check here for the official winning numbers.
Top Ten Chicago Museums
Chicago's museums rank among the best in the world. How lucky are we that we get to live near them and visit often? Here is a quick reference guide to the museums that consistently turn up as the city's most popular, based on attendance. Find the essentials you need to visit today.
Fiesta del Sol
Chicago's free and family-friendly event welcomed over one million visitors last year. Will you be among them in 2008?
Using the CTA Trip Planner
Learn a fast and easy way for learning how to get from Point A to Point B in the Chicago area using public transportation.
Great Chicago Breakfast Spots
Where are some of the best places to eat breakfast and brunch in Chicago? Find them here.
Chicago Bears 2008 Schedule
Find the Chicago Bears schedule and final scores for the Chicago Bear's 2008 football season.
Dog Parks: Before You Go
Sure, you want Fido to romp in Chicago's dog parks, but you first need a tag and a permit or you could face up to $500 in fines. And, you know that's not coming out of Fido's pocket.
Movies Made in Chicago Part 1
Find out what movies were filmed in Chicago from 1959 to 1989. The list may surprise you.
Lincoln Park Top Things to Do
Find ten great things to experience when visiting Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
White Sox Best Players Ever
Who were the best baseball players in the history of the Chicago White Sox? Find out here.
Who is my Chicago Alderman?
Identify your Chicago alderman quickly and effectively.
Chicago Cubs Tickets
Find and buy tickets to Chicago Cubs Major League Baseball games at Wrigley Field with these essential Chicago Cubs ticket sites.
Cubs Best Players Ever
Who were the best baseball players in the history of the Chicago Cubs? Find out here.
Dogs at Chicago Restaurants
Find out what you need to know to take your dog to a Chicago restaurant.
40th Annual Pride Parade
Find essential information about Chicago's Gay Pride Parade, which is held every year on the last Sunday in June.
Chicago Museum Late Hours
Squeeze more into your life by taking advantage of late hours (and often free admission) at these cultural gems.
Taste of Randolph Street
Learn more about Chicago's Taste of Randolph Street Festival featuring some of the city's favorite and hottest restaurants.
North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park. (Chicago, IL)
North Avenue Beach is located in Lincoln Park at 1601 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, where LaSalle Street meets the lakefront.
Manhandler Saloon on Halsted in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Manhandler Saloon on Halsted in Lincoln Park, Chicago
DePaul University Student Center, statue of Monsignor John Egan
DePaul University Student Center, statue of Monsignor John Egan
June 2008 Events
Find Chicago events and things to do for June 2008.
Downtown Farmers Markets
Every summer Chicago snubs its nose at concrete and rolls out the farmers. Find downtown Chicago's farmers markets here.
Chicago, IL Weather Forecasts
Find essential links to Chicago's weather forecast, emergency school closings, delays at O'Hare and Midway airports, and storm watches and warnings.
Green City Market
Chicago's premiere farmers market offers organic and locally-grown foods, local farmers and chefs, lunch options, cooking demos, a sustainability focus and more. Find location, schedule, hours, and more.
Chicago Blues Fest
Find essential information about attending Chicago Blues Fest to be held Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, June 14, 2009.
Chicago Kids Theater
Find Chicago's best children's theatre companies.
The Park West concert venue in Lincoln Park, Chicago
The Park West concert venue in Lincoln Park, Chicago
What is an Alderman?
What is a Chicago alderman?
Neighborhood Farmers Markets
Find hours, location, and schedules for Chicago's 2008 neighborhood farmers markets.
John Hancock Center
Learn more about the John Hancock Center, one of Chicago's architectural gems.
Chicago Movies 1896 to 1931
Find a list of the more than 100 movies filmed in Chicago and the state of Illinois between 1896 and 1931.
8 Great Chicago Gift Ideas
Looking for affordable and unique gift ideas for your favorite Chicagoans or Chicago fans? Then, here's a list of suggestions with surefire appeal (and there's not a coffee mug among them.)
Photo Gallery of The Clarke House, Chicago's Oldest Building
Henry B. Clarke's house is located at 1855 S. Indiana Avenue in Chiago, IL. It is considered the city's oldest surviving structure.
Karyn's Raw Food Restaurant on Halsted.
Karyn's Raw Food Restaurant on Halsted.
John Hancock Observatory
Get essential information and a local's perspective on visiting Chicago's John Hancock Observatory.
Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum is located at the intersection of Clark Street and North Avenue in Lincoln Park.
Signs at Gepperth's Meat Market in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Signs at Gepperth's Meat Market in Lincoln Park, Chicago
White Sox Tickets
Find and buy tickets to see the Chicago White Sox play at US Cellular Field with these essential Chicago White Sox ticket sites.
The Steppenwolf Theatre Company
The Steppenwolf Theatre Company
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Find essential parade information for Chicago's 2008 downtown St. Patrick's Day celebration.
December 2007 Chicago Events
Do you really need more events and things to do this holiday season? Of course you do.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago Roger Brown Study Collection Center
School of the Art Institute of Chicago Roger Brown Study Collection Center
The Second City, Chicago
The Second City, Chicago
Chicago Chinatown Pictures - A Neighborhood Photo Tour
See pictures of Chicago's Chinatown and its unique and historic architecture. It's the largest Chinatown in the Midwest and home to more than 8000 residents.
Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, IL
Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, IL
Museum of Contemporary Art
The Museum of Contemporary Art is Chicago's premiere destination for connecting with contemporary art, performance, classes and culture. Find a profile of the museum, hours, location, and more.
Charlie Trotter's and Lori's Shoes
Charlie Trotter's and Lori's Shoes
Photos of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL - A Picture Tour
Photos of the Lincoln Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Chicago Marathon
Find an overview of the 2008 Chicago Marathon, including the date, time, registration information, course map, and more.
Jan 2008 Chicago Events
Top Picks for the Opening Month of Your New Year
5 Ways to Help Chicago Vets
Help support the men and women who respond with courage and selflessness to whatever our leaders ask of them. Here are five ways to make a difference in the lives of our military personnel, our veterans, and their families.
What is a Chicago Ward?
What is a Chicago ward? Find out here.
Terragusto Restaurant Review
Is Terragusto, an Italian restaurant on Chicago's north side, worth a visit? Read a review here.
Illinois Lottery Basics
Learn the basics of Illinois' Lottery games with this overview.
Greater Little Rock The Lord's Church on Armitage in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Greater Little Rock Church on Armitage in Lincoln Park, Chicago
National Vietnam Veterans Art
There is no other museum like the National Vietnam Veteran's Art Museum in the country, and perhaps, the world. While other institutions fill their halls with the artifacts of war, this Chicago museum fills their building with the human experiences of war captured, examined, and expressed through art. [br][br] While the museum was initially founded to display work from Vietnam veterans, the NVVAM's mission has expanded to include art work drawn from experiences in all the nation's conflicts.
June 2008 Events - Top Picks
Find our top picks for June 2008 of Chicago events and things to do.
Dining Room at Kendall -Review
The Dining Room at Kendall College is a training ground restaurant for one of Chicago's premiere culinary institutes - but is it any good?
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Oprah Winfrey Quotes
Quotes from media giant Oprah Winfrey, who Time Magazine named as one of the world's 100 most influential people. Sources included.
2008 St. Patrick's Day Events
Chicago almost bursts at the seams with Irish music, festivities, parades, and partying around St. Patrick's Day every year. Here are some of the month's key St. Patrick's Day events.
November 2007 Events
November 2007 Chicago Events & Things to Do
IL Presidential Primary Green
Four people are running for President of the United States from the Green Party in Illinois' Presidential Primary on February 5, 2008. Find their names, official web sites, and order on the ballot.
Gay Pride Month Events
Every June, Chicago bursts with pride as it celebrates GLBT Pride Month. Find key events and things to do here.
Memorial Day Parade
Honor our veterans, service men and women, and those who have given their lives in our armed forces by attending Chicago's Memorial Day Parade. Find essential information about attending this year's event here.
March 2008 Chicago Events
Everyone's a wee bit Irish around St. Patrick's Day in Chicago, yet there are many more March 2008 events to enjoy, too. Find the top choices here.
Garfield Park Conservatory
Learn more about Chicago's Garfield Park Conservatory, one of the oldest conservatories in the country.
Chicago Blues Fest Tips
Find Chicago Blues Fest tips and insider information about attending Chicago's free blues festival.
Popular Illinois Girl Names
Find the 100 most popular baby names for girls in Illinois.
8 Essential Chicago Blogs
Eight Chicago blogs that should be blinking on your radar screen, if they're not already.
IL Presidential Primary Dems
Find the official campaign web sites for the Illinois Primary Democratic Presidential Candidates: Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, John Edwards, Bill Richardson, Dennis Kucinich, Christopher J. Dodd, and Joe Biden
April Events - Top Picks
Find top picks for Chicago events and things to do in April 2008.
February 2008 Things to Do
Downtown Chicago's events seem to accelerate during the coldest month. Check out what's happening in February.
Chicago College Newspapers
Find newspapers for Chicago area colleges and universities.
Popular Illinois Boy Names
Find the 100 most popular baby names for boys in Illinois.
Fourth of July in Chicago
Chicago celebrates Fourth of July in style. Find classic ways to celebrate Independence Day in Chicago for 2008 here.
April 2008 Chicago Events
Find events and things to do in Chicago during April 2008.
IL Presidential Primary GOP
Find the official campaign web sites for the Illinois Primary Republican Presidential Candidates: Mitt Romney, Ron Paul, JOhn McCain, Fred Thompson, Alan Keyes, James Creighton Mitchell, Jr., Tom Tancredo, Rudy Giuliani, Mike Huckabee.
MLK Events
On Monday, January 21, 2008, we celebrated the legacy and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the great civil rights leader. Check back here next year for Chicago-area events and celebrations.
Chicago - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the Chicago guide site.
South Side St. Pat's Parade
Find what you need to know to enjoy the 2008 South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Warming and Cooling Centers
During extreme cold or hot weather, the City of Chicago offers these six warming and cooling centers to shelter citizens who need them.
Earth Day Events Chicago
Find key Chicago events to help you celebrate Earth Day during April 2008.
Easter in Chicago 2008
Find Chicago Easter highlights, holiday overview, and Easter resources with these events and Easter-y things to do.
Gospel Music Fest
Gospel Music Fest, Chicago's first major festival of summer, rejoices all weekend long from June 5 to June7, 2009. Find schedules, performers, directions, and more.
Mother's Day Events
Don't forget your Chicago mama. Find events, gift ideas, and things to celebrate Mother's Day in Chicago.
Underground Film Festival
Billed as Chicago's "Alternative for Underground, Independent, and Experimental Film and Video." This year's film fest will take place October 29 to November 2.

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