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October 7, 2014

Why, Hello Fall!!!

Plan ahead for the upcoming weekend and make sure you visit one of these events to welcome in the fall weather. Let the fall festivities begin! On Friday, October 10th, Shoreline Sightseeing will host a Cider Cruise where guests can sample yummy cider (adult cider, that is) while enjoying light appetizers and cider tutorial sessions all with the beautiful skyline as the backdrop. Not ready to let go of some of the summer traditions? Join in on the Windy City...

October 2, 2014

We Move Chicago Summer Recap!

Neighborhood Feature: Chicago Summer Recap It’s been an amazing summer bursting at the seams with fun-filled festivals and endless opportunities to discover Chicago’s neighborhoods. This summer we virtually explored Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, Hyde Park and more. We visited Little Village’s Mexican Independence Day Festival and Parade and discovered local and national art talent through the Armitage Arts Festival. We found some new restaurants to try in Logan Square and noshed on hot dogs at the Chicago Hot Dog Fest....

September 25, 2014

Hyde Park Neighborhood Feature

Neighborhood Feature: Hyde Park Jazz Festival This weekend, Hyde Park is hosting one of our favorite festivals: the Hyde Park Jazz Festival. In its 8th year, the festival offers free (yes, free) jazz performances from well-known artists in venues throughout Hyde Park. The festival boasts a strong line-up with a selection of 30 artists performing on Saturday alone! Catch the Maggie Brown Group at the Hyde Park Union Church or the Ari Brown Quintet at the Wagner Stage at the...

September 23, 2014

Edgewater Neighborhood Feature

Edgewater Neighborhood Feature: Fall Art Fair Fall is officially here Chicago and sadly, we are nearing the end of summertime and the end of street festivals for the season. But before you pull out your long sleeves and boots, why not take in a couple more before it’s all over?!?! Today, our Neighborhood Feature focuses on the Northside neighborhood of Edgewater. Take a drive just 7 miles north of the Loop to this lakeside community to enjoy the Edgewater Fall...

September 18, 2014

Oak Park Neighborhood Feature

Oak Park Neighborhood Feature #2: Oaktoberfest! The Village of Oak Park celebrates their 23rd annual Oaktoberfest this weekend. Our Neighborhood Feature of the week welcomes back the Fall season with this free, two day event that offers food from local restaurants, live music, microbrews, and fun activities for children of all ages. Oaktoberfest runs from Marion Street and North Boulevard, just south of Lake Street in the Village's downtown area and begins on Friday, September 19, 2014 and continues on...

September 16, 2014

Oak Park Neighborhood Feature

Oak Park Neighborhood Feature #1: Historical Attractions This week, our Neighborhood Feature heads 10 miles west of downtown Chicago to the Village of Oak Park. Oak Park is a diverse community home to many restaurants, boutiques, local parks, and art galleries. Many of Oak Park's residents would argue that this neighborhood has found the perfect combination of small town living in a modern-day setting. If you are looking for a starting point while visiting this neighborhood, may we suggest the...

September 11, 2014

Little Village Neighborhood Feature

Little Village Neighborhood Feature #2: Festival de La Villita! Earlier this week, we talked about some of the restaurants and shops you should visit in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood. This weekend is a perfect opportunity to explore the neighborhood. Why? Starting Friday through Sunday, Little Village will celebrate Mexican Independence Day. This is the neighborhood’s 25th celebration and it is sure to not disappoint! Festival de La Villita is the largest celebration of Mexican heritage and culture in the Midwest,...

September 9, 2014

Little Village Neighborhood Feature

Little Village Neighborhood Feature #1: A Community of Traditions Little Village is a gem of a neighborhood and one that many Chicagoans have not yet visited, making it a perfect candidate for this week's Neighborhood Feature. Little Village resides south of Cermak to 38th Street and west of Western to Kilbourn and considered by most to be a slice of authentic living for its many Mexican-American residents. This neighborhood is filled with plenty of culture and cool places to check...

September 4, 2014

Logan Square Neighborhood Feature

Logan Square Neighborhood Feature #2: Armitage Arts Festival If you are looking for weekend plans, catch one of the last festivals of the season: the Armitage Arts Festival in our Neighborhood Feature of the week Logan Square! Armitage Arts Festival connects local businesses with the neighborhood and fellow Chicagoans. The festival is dubbed a multi-arts festival with live music, literary performances, visual art and other activities. Catch the capoeira demonstration, enter the bike raffle, take in some poetry, have some...

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