Take the family to Wrigley for a Sunday outing April 26, 2010

The Cubbies go out of their way to make families feel welcome.  I’m sure I’ll have a few entries this summer with tips about taking little ones to the Friendly Confines.  If you’re thinking about visiting in the next few weeks, read on – this is very cool!

Every child’s dream is to run the bases and touch home plate at Wrigley Field. Now you can make this dream come true. The Chicago Cubs and the Ricketts Family are proud to present Family Sundays at Wrigley Field this Spring.

Purchase four tickets to any Sunday home game in April and May and each child, 15 and younger, will receive the opportunity to run the bases of the Friendly Confines following that day’s game (weather permitting).

Tickets are limited so act now for your chance to give your child the ultimate Cubs experience.

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/ticketing/family_sundays.jsp

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Kidical Mass! April 17, 2010

How cool is this?  Head on over to Giddings Plaza in Lincoln Square this morning with your bikes.  There is a mini bike ride that starts at 9:30 and goes until 11:00.  Great idea to get the kids out there moving and being a part of something fun!

http://www.thechainlink.org/group/kidicalmass

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Lots of fun at Macy’s this week March 29, 2010

A couple of different events going on at Macy’s State Street this week:

HAVE BRUNCH WITH THE EASTER BUNNY! You and your family are invited to meet the Easter Bunny while enjoying a scrumptious buffet brunch. The fun continues with face painting, balloon twisting and more. So reserve your spot today, and don?t forget to bring your camera! Seating is limited. Call for reservations. Macys On State Street Walnut Room Restaurant Saturday March 27, 9am Sunday March 28, 9am Saturday April 3, 9am Reservation Line 312-781-4550 MACY’S FLOWER SHOW FAMILY FUN DAY make your own mini-greenhouse and grow lettuce in a bag any time of the year. The University of Illinois Extension Come staff will teach you about plant basics seed germination, soil health, plant structure and care, and discuss the importance of the four primary plant growth factors while planting your own lettuce. Top off the day with a visit with BZ Bear, games and give-aways, courtesy of our friends at Brookfield Zoo. Plus, enjoy face painting, balloon artistry, and craft station. Macy’s State Street Saturday, April 3rd 5th Floor, Kids Department 1pm – 3pm www.ChicagoFamilyRealtor.com

Another Groupon bargain March 27, 2010

It seems as if Groupon owns me lately!  I can’t pass up a good deal.  Today’s Groupon is for the Chicago Children’s Museum.  $40 for 10 pass punch card to the museum.  This is a $100 value.  Get your Groupon!

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More snow, perfect time for sledding! February 14, 2010

I apologize for being a few days late on this post.  Lots of snow still on the ground though.  I remember last year searching everywhere for a sled and had no luck.  I was in the Target on Peterson the other day and they still had a stack of sleds (pictured above) – less than $15 – this is similar to what we have for our two year old and I love it.

I know for sure that the Target on Elston is completely out of stock.  Good Luck and have fun!

Found Dog in Lincoln Square February 3, 2010

I saw this posted right in Lincoln Square around Lincoln and Eastwood.

Happy Birthday Wiggleworms! You don’t look a day over 24! January 29, 2010

Wiggleworms is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary this weekend.  The Lincoln Square Old Town School of Folk Music is offering a concert this Sunday, Jan 31st @ 11am.  Tickets are $12 for the public, or $11 for Old Town members.

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ps – there’s a lot of activity out there in Chicago real estate – call or email me if you ‘re thinking of buying or selling!

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Community Alerts in Ravenswood Manor, please be careful! January 28, 2010

this is an email from the Alderman about an attack earlier this week.  There was also at least one other attack in December:

Dear 33rd Ward Resident,
This is further information released by 17th District CAPS Sgt. Kristin Barker late yesterday afternoon:

“Last night at approximately 7:30 p.m. three men followed a woman from the Brown Line and attempted to rob her in front of her home near Whipple and Sunnyside. The offenders are described as:
#1 – Male black, 6 feet 1 inch tall, 240 pounds, medium complexion; wearing a dark blue jacket, and a dark blue ski cap; thin moustache
#2 – Male black, 6 feet tall, 230 pounds, dark complexion; wearing a dark blue jacket; thin moustache
#3 – Male black, 5 feet 8 inches, 200 pounds, blue jacket

The detectives are looking at video surveillance from all available cameras in the area, even the ones on buses that might have been traveling through during the time of the incident.”

****************Please attend the Beat 1713 CAPS meeting, tonight (Thursday, January 28) at 7:00 p.m. in the Korean American Senior Center located at 5008 N Kedzie (north of Argyle). New information will be provided at that time. Sincerely yours, Alderman Richard F. Mell

Get Fit, do it Free January 5, 2010

It’s that time of year, not sure which gym suits you best?  The Chicago Park District is offering free workouts at all Fitness Centers January -10.

http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/resources/fitness_centers/index.html

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hungry? groceries for a good cause! January 4, 2010

If you haven’t done so already, it’s a great time to stock up on all of that healthy food for the new year.  If you’re heading to Jewel January 4-6, click on the link below.  Jewel will donate 5% of it’s profits to the Eugene Park Field Advisory Council.

http://eugenefield.wordpress.com/2009/12/22/january-shop-share-dates/

Print out and hand to cashier.  Shop and do good.

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