On December 7th, 1941, Pearl Harbor was attacked by the Japanese military. The surprise maneuver (one Japan and the Axis powers would eventually come to regret) officially brought the United States into World War II. 2,403 Americans were killed on that day.
In remembrance of the 68th anniversary of the attack, The City of Chicago [...]
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November 30, 2009
Chicago Remembers Pearl Harbor
November 5, 2009
This Weekend in Chicago
There’s always something to do in the Windy City, and this weekend is no exception. This week we’ve headlined a classic silent film brought to life with music, great live shows in the area, and a fun art project for the whole family. Let’s get to it!
The Golem film screening with music by Fulcrum Point, [...]
October 30, 2009
Music in the City this Weekend
If you’ve got an itch for some live music on Halloween weekend, here are some live events in and around Chicago that are right up your alley.
Friday, October 30th:
Rob Thomas @ The Venue (Hammond, IN)
Type O Negative @ Metro
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds w/ Frankie Beverly and Maze @ Arie Crown Theater
Saturday, October [...]
October 26, 2009
Home Sales Enjoy Strong September
First time home buyers have been responsible for over 40% of homes sold in the past year. Home sales are up 9.2% overall in September 2009 compared to September 2008, which experts attribute to the first-time buyer tax credit that is in effect on all homes closed between now and the end of November, according [...]
October 20, 2009
CTA’s Unlimited Ride Passes Make Navigating the Windy City a Breeze
The Chicago Transit Authority has flexible unlimited-ride passes that make traveling through the city easier than ever. The passes come in 1, 3, 7 and 30 day passes and are priced accordingly. They’re activated the first time you use them, and unlimited rides are yours until the time runs out.
For complete details on the unlimited [...]
