Why the Chicago River Turns Green and What It Teaches About Protecting What Matters
Posted by Erica Severson on March 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Every March, before the parade kicks off and the crowds fill the streets, the Chicago River turns an unreal shade of green. It doesn’t happen by accident, and it doesn’t last long. Crews from the Chicago Plumbers Union launch their boats at exactly 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, spraying a secret formula into the water until the whole stretch between Columbus Drive and Fairbanks Court glows bright as a clover. If you want to catch it, that’s your window. The color fades in hours, and by the next day, it’s mostly gone. So you show up on time or you miss it.
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How Chicago Celebrates Fat Tuesday with Parades, Paczki, and Plenty to Eat
Posted by VibeSociety on March 4, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Fat Tuesday is more than just a date on the calendar. In Chicago, it means bakeries filled with fresh paczki, crowded celebrations, and a last chance to indulge before Lent begins. Whether you're craving something sweet or just looking for a reason to get out and enjoy the day, there’s plenty happening across the city to make the most of it.
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Casimir Pulaski’s Legacy Still Shapes the Fight for Freedom Today
Posted by VibeSociety on March 3, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Freedom is one of those words we all claim to value, but rarely stop to think about what it costs. For Casimir Pulaski, it meant giving up everything. His home. His safety. His life. And while his name might pop up once a year on a holiday you barely notice, Pulaski's story carries something much deeper than a three-day weekend or a day off work. It’s a story about standing up when it’s easier to sit down, about fighting for people who may never even know your name, and about why real change never happens without real sacrifice.
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Chicago Restaurant Week 2025: A Culinary Celebration Across the Windy City
Posted by LaQuan Henley on January 23, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Food enthusiasts across Chicago are gearing up for one of the city’s most anticipated events: Chicago Restaurant Week 2025. This year’s celebration promises to be the biggest yet, featuring a record-breaking 500 participating restaurants across 35 neighborhoods and more than 50 suburban locations. Starting January 24 and running through February 9, the event is set to showcase the diverse flavors that make Chicago a culinary powerhouse.
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