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Just this week, I had the chance to take an architectural boat tour on the Chicago River with an alumni group that I belong to.  I have lived in Chicago for almost two years now, and this was the first time I had the chance to get on a boat and see the skyscrapers from a different angle.

If you have the chance to take and architectural boat tour, I highly ...

Looking for a great place to catch a live musical act while you're in Chicago? Look no further. There are two great bars on Chicago's north side shilling out original live music daily.

Schuba's, located at School and Southport in West Lakeview, is a bar, restaurant, and a cozy musical venue. They have a different live act every night of the week. Check out the ...

You spent months planning a trip to the Windy City.  Now it's raining.  What's a traveler to do?  Don't fret, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained when the weather isn't cooperating, afterall, we have winter here, and people are used to cozying up inside to keep warm.

1. The Adler Planetarium - who cares what the weather is like outside?  The planetarium skies are ...

I don't actually spend a lot of time at the House of Blues--every year or so they have a show I'd like to see, and at one point my husband and I contemplated becoming members of the Foundation Room. I find the groups that play there to be eclectic and mostly interesting for nostalgia reasons. The last show I saw there was Asia, with the original lineup (I know, don't ...

I'm sure if you've visited Chicago, you've probably visited The Lincoln Park Zoo, especially if you've visited with a family.  If you are a first time Chicago visitor, or if you've never made the trek in the summer months, I would highly recommend you make the trip.  If you didn't notice the headline, admission ...

Have you seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding?  If so, you've already seen a lot of Chicago's Greektown neighborhood.  Most of the movie was filmed in this bustling area on Halsted St. between Monroe and Van Buren.

Recently, I had the pleasure of dining at Greek Islands.  This restaurant has been featured on the Food Network on ...

I'm a geek at heart.  That's why, when blessed with a weekday away from the grind this past Monday, I convinced my boyfriend to accompany me to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry. 

I had seen a billboard at the bus stop while waiting to get to work for CSI: The Experience, and I was intrigued.  One week later, boyfriend and ...

Did you know that the next "Survivor" season is being cast in the Chicago area this Saturday? Hundreds of (possibly insane) hopefuls will be at the Brookfield Zoo July 7 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for an open casting call. We're not exactly sure what the audition consists of--maybe an interview and some physical challenges of some kind? In any case, you have to be over 21 to participate, and ...

The Italian Village, located right in Chicago's theatre district, is a distinctive little building (and a Chicago landmark) that offers three Italian restaurants to whet your pre-show appetite. Of these, Vivere (pronounced viva-RAY) is by far the most stylish, romantic and upscale. Of course, it's also pricey. Young chef Drue Kennedy gives dishes and visitors quite a lot of attention, and the wine list is to die for.

If you're looking ...

Chicago radio station 93XRT is a great source for concert information. Check out their listings here.