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Tuesday, July 17th, 2007

10 Things To Do On A Rainy Day In Chicago



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 ...

Saturday, June 16th, 2007

Top Ten Chicago Beach Tips



Lake Michigan

You may think that Chicago's cold all the time.  You'd be right during the winter months, but when June rolls around, there are usually more than a few hot days to enjoy.  If you find yourself in Chicago in the summer, I hope you packed your swimsuit!  The Lake Michigan beaches are beautiful, busy, brilliant places to spend a day.  Here are some ...

Tuesday, June 5th, 2007

11 (Cheap to Free) Musical Reasons to Visit Chicago this June



June 7-10: 24th Annual Chicago Blues Festival - at Grant Park; the largest free outdoor blues event in the world

June 8-10: St. Michael's Party in the Plaza - $10, local bands perform; festival features a Hokey Pokey Dance−Off

June 9-10: Ribfest Chicago - $5 donation, listen to live music and vote for your favorite festival foods

June 9-10: 42nd Annual Andersonville ...

Tuesday, May 29th, 2007

10 Tips for Watching a Chicago Cubs Game



Wrigley Field - Spring

It's baseball season, and on the north side of Chicago, fans are flocking to Chicago's historic Wrigley Field to watch the lovable losers try to get to .500.  Whether you're a Cubs fan or a baseball fan, going to Wrigley is a must on most visitors' lists.  It is, afterall, a historic venue.  I've put together a few tips for you first ...

Thursday, May 24th, 2007

Chicagology 101: #36 - May 24, 2007. The National Restaurant Association’s Yearly Convention in Chicago left no Pan, Plate or Platter unturned.



Part I: No longer the ABC’s, the PDT’s have arrived.

There are three different ways FOOD can be prepared. Those are either Hot, Cold or somewhere in between. After that point, depending on one’s particular tastes, it can be rated. The same holds true of Conventions. Preparation, Degrees and Tastes are what it is all about. Add (the) Pop Culture Element(s) and some High Technology Flash and the Floor will be ...

Monday, May 21st, 2007

Summer Festivals in Chicago


The #1 reason that I can't stand to miss a summer in Chicago is the assortment of (usually) free, outdoor festivals that take place all summer long.  From art to music to rare antiques to food, a Chicago summer can be a feast for your senses.  Here is a short list of some of the Windy City's most famous fests, along with when and where you can find them this ...

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

Chicagology 101: #35. When East Meets West In Chicago at ARTropolis 2007â„¢: Chicagology 101 was there for The Live Coverage & Festivities.



THROUGH THE CREATIVE EYES OF…
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America’s Premier Eventologist’
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 1974…

PART 1: The Color of Art Explained.

ARTropolis graced Chicago from April 26-30. The Show is now officially closed but it opened new Avenues of Artistry for Collectors, Aficionados, Fans and The Media in an entirely new Light. Gallery Owners (from over 37 global locales) ...

Friday, April 27th, 2007

Chicagology 101: #34. Trivia Overtakes Chicago. Just in time for Alex Trebek’s Arrival. Have you ARTropolis’ed today?



LIVELY DISCUSSIONS FOCUSED ON:

-- Chicago takes a Turn towards ATT: All Things Trivial. The Top Ten Trivia(lities) about Chi-Town a/k/a: The Windy City. Chicago Trivia for $400, please. The Pursuit to know ‘The Most Trivia’ about Chicago is here and alive at Chicagology 101 Central.

-- FIRSTS occurring IN Chicago. Adding Pages to your Travel it-IN-erary & our History Books. Only IN Chicago…A lighthearted Glance at what separates Chicago from its ...

Tuesday, April 24th, 2007

Chicagology 101: Tattoo Tuesday & ARTropolis in Chicago. Features on Richard Laermer & Tony Fitzpatrick.



THROUGHÂ THE CREATIVE EYES OF
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America’s Premier Eventologist’
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 197

LIVELY DISCUSSIONS FOCUSED ON: --- Chicagology 101: Now in 6 superlative Parts with the Addition of:  PART 6:   Introducing:  Earth Year Tips 101. Even Kids can do these and SHOULD.  Creating Healthy Earth Habits that easily become a 24/7 Constant in our Daily Routines.

-- Chicago’s Top Ten Tattoo Parlors
-- Could tattooing Fido be the next ...

Saturday, April 21st, 2007

Chicagology 101: Celebrate Earth Day by rollin’ on The River & cruisin’ on Lake Michigan.



THROUGH THE CREATIVE EYES OF...
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America's Premier Eventologist'
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 1974...

-- Chicagology 101 for Saturday, April 21, 2007: Chicago Goes Green: #3 in a 3 Part Series slated for April 19-20-21 (Thursday-Friday-Saturday) saluting Earth Week.

PART 1: Taking an(other) UnConventional Stand.

"Integrate Green in to your Life's Scheme..."

Quote of: ASK

Thursday, April 19, 2007 - 3:45 PM

Years ago, Nancy Reagan ...