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5 Tips for Simple and Effective Spring Cleaning

5 Tips for Simple and Effective Spring Cleaning

2021-03-14
By: Dennis Kelly
On: March 14, 2021
In: The Entertainer

Are you beginning to anticipate spring cleaning season? This year, reduce your stress along with the mess, and follow these simple tips for a more enjoyable and productive cleaning session!Continue Reading

Games and Crafts

St. Patrick’s Day Games and Crafts

2021-03-08
By: Dennis Kelly
On: March 8, 2021
In: The Entertainer

Even though our gatherings are still small or virtual, you can’t go wrong with a few festive games and crafts. Try these11 ideas to liven up your St. Patrick’s Day this year!Continue Reading

St. Patrick’s Day Twist

10 Savory & Sweet Snacks with A St. Patrick’s Day Twist

2021-03-01
By: Dennis Kelly
On: March 1, 2021
In: The Entertainer

These green goodies add the perfect holiday flair to your St. Patrick’s Day table. With a mix of both savory and sweet, these snacks are good for school treats and family eats!Continue Reading

Effortless Entertaining

7 Must-Have Items for Effortless Entertaining

2021-01-11
By: Chicago Music Guide
On: January 11, 2021
In: The Entertainer

As we begin a new year, it’s time to outfit your home for the upcoming holidays, celebrations, and parties. Here are 7 gadgets and accessories that’ll make for effortless entertaining in the months ahead.Continue Reading

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COMING TOMORROW! An interview with @sweetieband ! COMING TOMORROW!
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NEW PHOTOS of AJ Rosales added to the site from hi NEW PHOTOS of AJ Rosales added to the site from his performance at Chicago Music Guide last Saturday. Check them out! Link in bio.

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FEATURING NEW LIVE PHOTOS of Chicago's AJ Rosales, and plenty of new live events happening this week highlighting events at The Forge and Fitzgerald's! Don't miss Mariachi Sirenas TONIGHT at Fitzgerald's FREE! 

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COMING IN APRIL! Acoustic performances from: 4/3 COMING IN APRIL!

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WE JUST ADDED new photos of Chicago artist Wyatt W WE JUST ADDED new photos of Chicago artist Wyatt Waddell from his performance from Uncommon Ground Lakeview to the site! Check them out!

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Chicago's Wyatt Waddell performing live at Uncommo Chicago's Wyatt Waddell performing live at Uncommon Ground Lakeview tonight!!

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See... there was one person who covered his face l See... there was one person who covered his face long before he had to, all while enjoying @yultron at @lollapalooza :-)

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