Monthly Archives: August 2011

Museum of Science and Industry

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Margaret

Whoever said “learning isn’t fun” surely hasn’t been to the Museum of Science and Industry. Mixing learning with hands-on, blood rushing exhibits, there is something for everyone! In 1893, the building was constructed as the Palace of Fine Arts for … Continue reading →

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Lollapalooza

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Margaret

The massive summer music festival that is Lollapalooza has rocked Chicago once again. Starting August 5th, over 240,000 people attended the three-day festival that sprawls out over Grant Park. With 130 acts on eight stages, Lollapalooza’s footprint keeps growing and … Continue reading →

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Real Chicago Air & Water Show

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Margaret

It’s a bird, it’s a plane…. It’s right outside our windows this weekend! The Chicago Air & Water Show has quickly become the one of the oldest and largest free admission air and water exhibit in the United States. Over … Continue reading →

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Real Chicago Director

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Margaret

What do Sixteen Candles, Home Alone, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Planes, Trains, and Automobiles have in common? Besides being four of the most iconic and widely known movies, they were all directed by the legendary John Hughes. John Hughes … Continue reading →

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Bourbon and Burgers

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Margaret

Last night’s Bourbon and Burgers was a hit. For all who attended, you were definitely dressed to impress! The Palm Court was transformed into a runway as models showcased fashion from Shrine and Trunk Club. The highlight of the night … Continue reading →

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The Real Good-time Blues

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Margaret

A Real Chicago experience at the top of many Chicagoans list of things to do is living and breathing the live music scene that can be found around every corner of the downtown area and neighborhoods of Chicago. Where we’ll be … Continue reading →

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