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101st Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Jul 03
The Windy docked at Navy Pier in downtown Chicago
Image by Jordon via Flickr

Chicago’s lakescape will fill with the sails from 350 boats as they set off for the 101st Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac– the world’s longest freshwater sailing race.

Spectators can see the boats entered in this year’s race before they tackle the challenging 333-mile course to Mackinac Island, Michigan, during the Parade of Boats on Saturday, July 18, from 10 AM until 2 PM. Best viewing is at the east end of Navy Pier, where you can wave to racers including Island Goats – sailors who have completed 25 Mackinac races – and watch as boats head out to designated sections to wait for the cannon fire which signals the start of each section.

Want to experience the wind and the waves as you watch the starts? The 77-foot tall ship schooner Red Witch offers two 3-hour sailing tours which will put you close to the action for this historic and thrilling event.

Then you’ll be able to follow your favorite boats throughout the race via online tracking.

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Lollapalooza Jul 02
Lollapalooza
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This year’s Lollapalooza will rock out in Grant Park August 7 -9. Headlining this year are Depeche Mode, Tool, The Killers, Jane’s Addiction, Beastie Boys, and Kings of Leon. However, the lineup doesn’t stop there. Independent music icons The Decemberists, Neko Case, Andrew Bird, Band of Horses, and many more will be on hand to make this the music event of the year.

For those who prefer electronic music, Perry’s promises to be better than ever with a much louder and clearer sound. Catch the rhythms of Bassnectar, MSTRKRFT, Animal Collective, and more in this non-stop spinning utopia.

Of course, Lolla is about more than just cutting-edge music. Stop by Lederhosen’s Biergarten to cool off in the shade with a nice, cool craft beer. Shop the Art Market for earth-friendly, fair trade goods, or check out the Honda Eco Zone to preview the 2010 Honda Insight and win prizes. Don’t forget to hit the after shows going on August 5 – 9. Tickets sold separately.

Bring the kiddies along and take them to Kidzapalooza. They can jam out to family-friendly music, get temporary tattoos, learn to break dance, act in a play, and much more!

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Ride the Plank Tour – Big Bikes Big Hearts May 25

What: Park Lawn’s 12th annual charity motorcycle run. This event features a pirate theme with treasure maps to local destinations. Post run party will be held at CD & ME, 23320 S. LaGrange. All proceeds benefit Park Lawn.

When: Registration begins Sunday, May 17, at 9:00 am at Club Impulse, 4660 W. 14th St., Midlothian.

Cost: Entry fee is $15/rider and $10/passenger and includes raffles, bike show, entertainment and run pins. $10 donation for post run party featuring food and entertainment. 708.425.6867. www.bigbikesbighearts.com.

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Calling All Pet Owners and Shoppers (Oak Lawn) May 24

Join the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Village of Oak Lawn on June 13th, for the 3rd Annual Pet Parade & Shop Oak Lawn Sale. Get creative and dress your pets and yourselves in costumes. The pet parade will kick off at 10:00 am at the Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School at 99th St. and 54th Ave. After the parade, join us at the Village Green to enjoy food, fun and good times for the entire family. The Village Green is located at 94th & Cook Ave., just north of the Oak Lawn Library.

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2009 Summer Concert & Outdoor Movie Series (Oak Lawn) May 23

We are pleased to announce our 2009 Friday Night Movie and Sunday Night Summer Concert schedules. These events are free, so bring your picnic baskets, refreshments, lawn chairs, and blankets and enjoy some summer fun with the whole family!

Friday Night Movies (movies begin at dusk)
June 12 – Pirates of the Carribean 1
June 26 – Wall-E
July 10 – Blues Brothers (Adult Night)
July 24 – Night at the Museum
August 14 – ET
August 28 – Iron Man (Adult Night)
Sunday Night Concerts (7pm – 10pm)
May 24 – Railroad Gin
June 14 – The Well
June 28 – Tin Horse
July 12 – Retroactive
July 26 – BMR4
August 9 – 80’s Enough
August 23 – Last Call
Food will be available from the Oak Lawn Cub Scouts (hot dogs, soda & chips, Christensen’s Wagon (popcorn & lemon shake-ups), and Millie’s Ice Cream. The Village Green is located directly east of the Municipal Center and north of the Library.

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