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Chicago free museum days: Field Museum holds extra free admission day for new fossil
Chicago's iconic Field Museum will hold an special free admission day this week as part of a new exhibit opening. The Field Museum, at 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, will offer free admission to Illinois residents Friday, Sept. 27, according to a previous announcement. The day joins the museum's already scheduled free days -- every Wednesday -- for Illinois residents for 2024.
Fat Peach Bakery Replaces Bridgeport Bakery — And It’s A Big Hit With Neighbors
BRIDGEPORT — A new bakery has opened at the former site of Bridgeport Bakery, and it has already gained “a loyal following,” its owners said. Fat Peach Bakery, 2907 S. Archer Ave., opened Aug. 31. The shop specializes in croissants and other pastries, which have frequently sold out since it opened. Fat Peach Bakery is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m. or until sold out Friday-Sunday.
Tracy needs a forever home, waiting now at PAWS Chicago
Meet Tracy ! She is a two-year old mixed breed dog who has the sad honor of having spent the longest time at PAWS Chicago’s Adoption Center , 570 days! She is the staff favorite and is known to be a very friendly dog, good with both pets and people. She loves any type of physical or mental enrichments, like Kongs or Shuffle Boards.
Efforts being taken to protect birds during peak migratory season
Annette Prince, Director of Chicago Bird Collision Monitors group, joins Lisa Dent to discuss McCormick Place’s efforts to prevent migratory birds from hitting its windows and dying as we enter peak migratory season in Chicago.
Christkindlmarket reveals 2024 mugs and merch collection | See photos
The Christkindlmarket announced its highly anticipated 2024 souvenir collection on Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchBy popular demand, the iconic boot-shaped mug is making a comeback. The last time crowds were able to purchase the $9 mug was in 2019.Festival organizers also unveiled a nutcracker mug, which ties in with nutcracker-themed scavenger hunt at the Christkindlmarket Aurora.For the second year, a new beer stein design was unveiled. For $20, holiday lovers can purchase the stein filled with imported German beer.This year's glass ornament is shaped like a boot with hand-painted holiday characters. It costs $43.99 plus tax.The 2024 Christkindlemarket's gift boxes will be available online starting at $109. The box includes two boot mugs and some German treats.The items will be available at the Christkindlmarket Chicago and Christkindlmarket Aurora beginning November 22.READ ALSO | Christkindlmarket will not return to Wrigleyville this yearChristkindlmarket reveals 2024 mugs collection
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