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Navy Pier Festival Hall A, 600 E Grand
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 867-9220

Chicago's Best Beer Garden Just Got Even Better! New menu, live music, unmatched views of the skyline and Navy Pier fireworks plus our best summer line-up of live music ever. The Miller Lite Beer Garden, on the East End of Navy Pier, is a great place to unwind and enjoy Chicago's lakefront. Residents and visitors, alike, will enjoy the outdoor atmosphere, surrounded by the unique personality of Navy Pier and the Chicago Skyline. Headlined by its signature, Miller Lite, the beverage menu also includes imports, micro-brews and domestic beers, as well as, trendy cocktails and frozen drinks.

Anita Dee Yacht Charters has offered the Chicago, IL area with premiere charted yacht cruises for over 30 years. We offer various cruise options to create a trip that is custom to your needs. Our staff wants you and your guests to have a memorable and amazing time on our yacht. Our yachts can accommodate any group size from an intimate 25 to a large group of up to 400 people. We take the extra effort to provide personal service to exceed your expectations. Anita Dee’s promise is to provide you with a unique and memorable experience on water. Call us at 312-379-3191 or visit our website www.anitadee.com for more information.

Now in its ninth consecutive summer season at the Pepsi® Skyline Stage, this latest installment of “Cirque Shanghai” combines the impressive acrobatics audiences have enjoyed in the past with the martial prowess of Chinese Kung Fu and Wu Shu masters. The result is powerful display of athleticism and the mastery of disciplines that formed the backbone of military might in ancient China for thousands of years. This summer’s production of “Cirque Shanghai: Warriors” brings an extraordinary line-up of thrilling acts to the stage, including The Kinetic Poles, the powerful Water Meteor and the heart-pounding Pageant of Arms. Returning to the production from last year is the fate-tempting “Wheel of Destiny,” and China’s premier daredevil steel-globe motorcycle troupe, “Imperial Thunder”.

In Chicago, nothing quite lives up to living at 474 North Lake Shore Drive. With the citys finest views, a thriving neighborhood and simple, quick access to Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue. The amenities are also fabulous and include: a full-size indoor pool, huge fitness center, steam room, sauna, and a hospitality room with large sundeck. Now, it’s never been easier to reside at one of Chicago’s most prestigious addresses, but act quickly, only 24 homes remain!

Two awesome days of non-stop fun where you can preview, play and purchase new and classic toys & games, and meet their inventors! November 19-20th, 2016 at Chicago's famous Navy Pier. Click *** www.chitag.com *** for more details. PLUS, Star Wars Breakfast, stage events, life-sized toys & games, contests galore, Young Inventor Challenge, costumed characters, mind-bending tournaments and much more. Same weekend as Magnificent Mile Festival of Lights Parade. Enjoy a spectacular weekend adventure! Stay in the know about upcoming GIVEAWAYS and PRIZES, thrilling campaigns and get the latest toy and game news by connecting with us on Social Media! http://www.twitter.com/chitagweek http://www.instagram.com/chitagweek http://www.youtube.com/chicagotoyandgame

The Chicago Park District owns more than 8,300 acres of parkland, making it the largest municipal park manager in the nation. The Chicago Park District’s 585 parks offer thousands of sports and physical activities as well as cultural and environmental programs for youth, adults, and seniors. The Chicago Park District is also responsible for 26 indoor pools, 51 outdoor pools, and 26 miles of lakefront including 26 swimming beaches plus one inland beach. From canoeing to batting cages to arts and crafts, there is never a shortage of activities to participate in Chicago’s parks. The Chicago Park District oversees the Garfield Park and Lincoln Park conservatories, two tropical paradises within the city that house thousands of rare and exotic plants. In addition, the Chicago Park District oversees 16 historic lagoons plus 10 bird and wildlife gardens. From rich pond life teeming with frogs, herons, and dragonflies, to shrubby areas where migratory birds stop to rest, to lush prairies filled with native grasses and wildflowers, the Park District offers many ways to explore nature in the city’s parks. Popular attractions that fall under the management of the Chicago Park District include the Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, which is located in Grant Park. Proudly referred to as Chicago's front yard, Grant Park is among the city's loveliest and most prominent parks. Ten world-class museums are located on Chicago Park District property, three of them in Grant Park: the Art Institute, the Field Museum of Natural History, and the Shedd Aquarium. More than 20 million people visit Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain annually, making it the second most visited park landmark in the U.S. In addition to these landmarks, the Chicago Park District offers 220 stunning facilities, many of which can be rented to host special events. There are so many ways to get involved with the Chicago Park District, including as a volunteer. We need all hands on deck as we strive to continually improve and expand our park system. There are volunteer opportunities for every interest and level of time-commitment. From enjoying movies or concerts to exercising in our facilities to working in our community gardens, we hope to see you soon in our parks. CORE VALUES: Children First - Our most important task is to bring children and families into our parks and give them great reasons to stay and play for a lifetime. Best Deal in Town - We prioritize quality in our programs and accountability in our fiscal management to provide excellent and affordable recreation that invites everyone to come out and play. Built to Last - We use our capital to renew our aging infrastructure and leverage partnerships that produce new parks and facilities that are forward-thinking and world class. Extra Effort - We support innovation and welcome new ideas. We believe that professionalism, communication, technology, and team work serve as the foundation for great customer service and a productive workplace.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) believes that Shakespeare speaks to everyone. A global theatrical force, CST is known for vibrant productions that reflect Shakespeare’s genius for storytelling, language and empathy for the human condition. We have evolved into a dynamic company, producing award-winning plays at our home on Navy Pier, throughout Chicago’s schools and neighborhoods, and on stages around the world. We serve as a partner in literacy to Chicago Public Schools, working alongside English teachers to help struggling readers connect with Shakespeare in the classroom, and bringing his text to life on stage for 40,000 students every year. And each summer, 25,000 families and audience members of all ages welcome our free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks tour into their neighborhoods across the far north, west and south sides of the city. Reflecting the global city we call home, CST is the leading producer of international work in Chicago and has toured our own plays abroad to Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe. The Theater’s tradition of excellence and civic leadership has been honored with numerous national and international awards including the Regional Theater Tony Award, three Laurence Olivier Awards, and seventy-eight total Joseph Jefferson Awards. CST was the 2012 recipient of the Folger Shakespeare Library’s national Shakespeare Steward Award for our innovative teaching of Shakespeare in American classrooms. Among our many international engagements, CST participated in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s 2006 Complete Works Festival and was selected to represent North America at the Globe to Globe festival as part of London’s 2012 Cultural Olympiad.

New Year's Eve 2017 At The Crystal Gardens @ Navy Pier From the same group that brought you New Year’s Eve at The Crystal Gardens @ Navy Pier the last 10 years comes the biggest SCENE and be SEEN New Year’s Eve party of 2017. Saturday, December 31st, 9pm - 2am Early Bird GA tickets start at $99, Early Bird VIP tickets start at $149 & Early Bird Reserved VIP Tables start at $199. Prices will increase so BUY TODAY! Dante & Special Guest DJs (Spinning all of your favorite mainstream music) To purchase tickets visit: www.crystalgardensnye.com For table reservations and more information call: 312.560.4422 or email: [email protected] Incredible event highlights at The Crystal Gardens @ Navy Pier include: • Premium top shelf drinks & A Stefani signature food station package from 9pm-2am • Over 20 Premium Liquor bars (No long wait for drinks) • Midnight Champagne toast • Private terrace to watch the fireworks • Red carpet step & repeat photo opportunity • Complimentary noisemakers, hats & party favors • Live DJ NYE 2017 Countdown • Complimentary noisemakers, hats & party favors • 20 extra bathrooms www.crystalgardensnye.com - 700 East Grand Ave. - Mezzanine Level - Chicago - 312.560.4422

Pulsating at the heart of Chicago nightlife, FTW Chicago is an uncompromising reimagination of traditional arcades. With an army of cutting edge games fleshing out its expansive footprint, FTW Chicago dominates the 2nd floor of the legendary Rivereast Center with its hybrid blend of immersive gaming and lavish nightlife appeal. Steam punk decor lends an underground speakeasy vibe to dazzling displays of light and sound, while seasoned bartenders pour ice-cold libations from our hand-picked selection of draft beers. From juicy gourmet burgers to crispy flatbread pizzas, mouthwatering aromas fill the air as our expert chefs churn out painstakingly crafted selections to delight the palate. For a few, FTW Chicago will be an unforgettable night out. For the rest, FTW Chicago will represent a new paradigm in nightlife innovation.

Comedians You Should Know is a stand-up comedy collective of Chicago and Los Angeles comedians. Marty DeRosa Ricky Gonzalez Danny Kallas Joe Kilgallon Mike Lebovitz Martin Morrow Jeff Steinbrunner Kristen Toomey See their weekly Wednesday show at Timothy O'Toole's Pub in Chicago and their monthly Thursday show at Genghis Cohen in LA. Admission for both shows is $5 at www.comediansyoushouldknow.com or $10 at the door. No drink minimum! CYSK has received praise from stand-up comedy fans and fellow stand-up comedians across the country for its commitment to showcasing the best Chicago stand-up comedians and visiting guests. The weekly show has gotten critical-acclaim from several media outlets, most notably The Onion A.V. Club who said about CYSK: "The genuine quality of talent on display is unrivaled in Chicago." CYSK's self-titled album was released in 2011 and debuted at #1 on the iTunes comedy chart. To hire any or all of CYSK, E-mail us by going to our CONTACT section at www.comediansyoushouldknow.com.

What could be better than drinks and a paintbrush?! Join us for a night of artsy fun ! We provide a local artist, canvas, easels, paint, all the supplies you need to creat your own masterpiece, at the coolest of venues !! Life is too short for blank walls, unleash your inner Picasso !

Chicago Recording Company is the largest independent recording studio in the country. Founded in 1975, it has been the career genesis of many of the most recognized engineers, both in music and post, from Hollywood to New York. CRC has one of the largest engineering talent pools under one roof. Ten senior engineers (with an average experience level of 25 years), ten assistant engineers (with an average experience level of 7 years) and five producers guarantees a level of service and unparalleled engineering expertise.