THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO - PLAN – PLAY – CELEBRATE!
Don't
look now, but it's the last weekend of January 2012, which can only mean one
thing - it's time to
"plan, play and/or
celebrate!"
It's
the perfect time to plan your travels
and summer activities with these two trade shows in town -
Chicago
Travel and Adventure Show 2012 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (5555 N. River Road) in Rosemont this
Saturday and Sunday. This event is your chance
to discover authentic travel experiences, snap up the deals and win trips and giveaways. You'll obtain travel tips from the experts,
such as travel legend, Rick Steves and more.
You can experience scuba diving, ride camels and see cultural
performances as well as test your taste buds at the fiery foods challenge. Don't pass up this opportunity to meet the
experts who can help you plan and book your next trip(s) - Bon Voyage!
Strictly Sail Chicago at Navy Pier's Festival Halls A and B (600
E. Grand Avenue) in the Streeterville neighborhood this Saturday and
Sunday. This 17th annual
showcase features boat designs, accessories, gear and equipment as well as 200
seminars, author signings, kids activities and giveaways. It's time to gear-up for a great summer of Chicago sailing on Lake Michigan!
Prefer
to play?
‘Field of
Screams' Scavenger Hunt is this Saturday beginning at 1:30PM (RSVP
required) at the Field Museum (1400
S. Lake Shore Drive). Use clues to solve
an Egyptian-themed murder mystery inside the museum. Each member of the winning team will receive
a prize! Walk like an Egyptian!!
Lakeview Polar
Plunge
is this Saturday at 12:00 p.m. so head-on over to Oak Street
Beach (1000 N. Lake Shore Drive)
in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood.
Take a freezing dip (perhaps a refreshing dip for some) in Lake Michigan during this 11th annual benefit,
which is also known as the "Celebration of Shrinkage!"
Lincoln
Square Winter Brew is this Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00
p.m. at the DANK-Haus, Fifth Floor
Ballroom (4740 N. Western Avenue)
in the Lincoln Square
neighborhood. This inaugural showcase
features reps from local breweries where you can purchase samples of their
offerings along with specially paired bites from The Grafton and Fountainhead!
Winter Music Festival III wraps-up this Saturday
at Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort (2833 N.
Sheffield Avenue) in the Lakeview neighborhood.
During this annual five-day music celebration, which began this past week,
a total of 25 bands and seven DJ's perform on two stages - one at Uncle Fatty's and the other stage at
adjacent bar The Coach House. Also includes rotating drink specials!
And
finally, Sunday brings us a day to celebrate
the Chinese New Year at these following events -
The
Chinese New Year
Parade begins at 1:00 p.m. at Wentworth Avenue and 24th Street heading north
along Wentworth to Cermak Road. Come celebrate
the Year of the Dragon, 4710, at this spectacle featuring a 100-foot long
dragon, marching bands and, of course, the traditional Chinese lion dance!
According
to Metromix, Chinese
New Year Hash kicks-off at 11:00 a.m. at 260 Sports Bar (260 W. 26th Street) in the
Bronzeville/Douglas neighborhood. This 9th
annual four-mile fun run includes a raffle, food and draft beers at the finish
line. Your day will start with a pre-run
beer, a walk to the Chinese New Year Parade and finishing off with the run
starting at 2:00 p.m. Please note that the
fun run includes pitfall twists and turns along the way bringing you back to
the starting point!
What's Your Pleasure? Plan, Play, Celebrate, Or?
SUE MOSS & DEAN'S TEAM CHICAGO
