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Willie Dixon's Blues Heaven Foundation

2120 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60616

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2120 S. Michigan Ave. is one of the most famous addresses in all of American pop history. Former home of the legendary Chess Records label from 1957 to 1967, 2120 housed the studio and recording company that begat legendary recordings by Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Howlin’ Wolf, Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker, Etta James, Aretha Franklin and dozens of others.

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Christkindlmarket Chicago

Under the Picasso •  Nov 22 – Dec 24

The smell of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst, and hot spiced wine, the sound of music, and the glimmer of sparkling Christmas ornaments, all in a…

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The Nutcracker at the Joffrey Ballet

Auditorium Theatre at Roosevelt University •  Dec 06 – Dec 28

Experience magic this holiday season with two-time Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon's 'The Nutcracker'.

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Light Up the Lake at Navy Pier

Navy Pier •  Nov 29 – Jan 05

Light Up the Lake runs from Nov. 26 - Jan. 2. Tickets start at just $15.00, including a ride on the iconic Centennial Wheel, offering inspiring…

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