By a strange turn of events, about a month ago, I found myself taking the Metra from Chicago to Aurora. About a year ago, this wouldn’t have been so weird… I used to commute from Elburn to Chicago and vice-versa when I first started working at Groupon. But now that I’ve secured a residence in… Continue reading My #FoodieChats Experiences
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Dog Dayz of Summer: Chicago Dog-Friendly Events
Summertime in the Chi. The most anticipated time of the year for Chicagoans. After months of sub-zero temperatures, excessive cab fares, crowded bars and commuting while wearing half your wardrobe, we all are ready for some time in the sun. Especially the four-legged members of our community. Let’s face it, as much as we hate… Continue reading Dog Dayz of Summer: Chicago Dog-Friendly Events
8 Must Attend Events at Techweek Chicago
This week marks the start of Techweek Chicago, a seven day smorgasbord of all things technology, entrepreneurship and innovation in Chicago. Featuring hundreds of speaks, events, workshops and networking opportunities, Techweek Chicago can be feel overwhelming to the first time visitor or even the seasoned patron. To help in your selection, the Chicago Cheap Ass staff… Continue reading 8 Must Attend Events at Techweek Chicago
Chicago Ideas Week: Exploring Chicago on the Cheap
It’s no secret that I love participating in Twitter Chats. Yesterday, I was asked to cohost Chicago Idea’s Week Twitter Chat: #Ideaschat (Tuesdays at 11am CST). In a nod to this blog, the topic was “Exploring Chicago… on the Cheap.” In addition to just documenting this momentous occasion (my first time hosting a Twitter Chat!),… Continue reading Chicago Ideas Week: Exploring Chicago on the Cheap
How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)
Fellow Chicagoans… Festival season is upon us (click here for a pretty definitive list)! I’m a huge fan of music festivals like Lollapalooza, and have a few I plan to attend this year (Pitchfork, Lollapalooza and Piqniq). The Top 5 Chicago Summer Festival Necessities 1. Camelback. The Camelback (or whatever off-brand strikes your fancy) is the… Continue reading How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)
Your Guide to the Chicago Improv Scene
It’s an exciting time to catch an Improv show in Chicago! Check out our guide to the different shows in Chicago – some only available for a limited time. Of an especially limited nature is the Chicago Improv Festival – running this week through 4/26! Note: Some descriptions taken from respective websites. The Second City… Continue reading Your Guide to the Chicago Improv Scene
Free Lollapalooza Tickets
The title is a little click-baity but it isn’t untrue. The secret to free Lollapalooza tickets is to VOLUNTEER at the music festival. Ok, you’ll have to pay a $10 application fee, and commit some time, but it’s a small price to pay for being a Lollapalooza insider (and not paying a hefty three day… Continue reading Free Lollapalooza Tickets