Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade: Everything you need to know

Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade will kick off at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, stepping off from Columbus and Balbo drives.

Pączki Day: Long lines, sweet treats at Chicago-area bakeries

It’s the day when many cast aside croissants and kick cake to the curb. Pączki Day means those fruit- and cream-filled Polish donuts take top billing.

Celebrate Mardi Gras in style with Francois Frankie
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No need to travel to the big easy to celebrate Mardi Gras today. You can head over to Francois Frankie and try out their special themed menu.

What is Paczki Day? 25 Chicago bakeries serving the Fat Tuesday treat

Paczki Day, also known as Fat Tuesday, is being celebrated across Chicago March 4, 2025. Here are 25 bakeries to find the Polish treat.

Tinley Park Christmas house raises record $40K for local charity

The Tinley Park Christmas house, owned by Dominic and Alyssa Kowalczyk, raised a record-breaking $40,000 for Together We Cope, a social service agency supporting families in crisis.

When does Chicago celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

Chicago's St. Patrick's Day celebrations begin the weekend before the holiday with parades, river dyeing and festive traditions across the city.

What's open and closed on Presidents' Day 2025

Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17 - the day the nation commemorates all U.S. presidents, past and present.

Fall in love with sweets at Morkes Chocolates
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Everyone knows the most popular item to give your valentine is chocolate and few people make it better than the folks at Morkes Chocolates.

Chicago ministry gives back to seniors, veterans and others on Valentine's Day
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Every year on Valentine's Day, Harvest Worship Center Ministries hosts its Loveday initiative, which works to bring meals to local seniors, veterans and residents.

How to secure a last-minute Valentine's Day reservation
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Getting a Valentine's Day reservation usually takes both patience and planning ahead. Some of the best spots are booked months in advance but if you procrastinated, no need to worry, we've got your back.

Valentine's dating event in Chicago centered around toilet paper
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If you want to have a good love life ahead of you, you can't ignore what's behind. That's the message of a Valentine's dating event centered around toilet paper.

Highland Park announces Independence Day plans

With a renewed focus on community spirit and remembrance, Highland Park today announced its Independence Day celebration plans.

Valentine's Day 2025 free food and deals

Celebrate Valentine's Day with these food deals from Cinnabon, Shake Shack, Subway and more.

Love is in the air at Mariano's this Valentine's Day
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Valentine's Day is just around the corner and Mariano's has just the right flowers and more for you. Disclaimer: Mariano?s is a sponsor of Sylvia Perez Productions/Supper with Sylvia.

Chicago's Magnolia Bakery helps make Valentine's Day sweeter
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Guests from Magnolia Bakery in the Chicago Loop visited Good Day Chicago to share some sweet Valentine's Day treats.

Romance scams cost millions of dollars every year
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Valentine's Days is around the corner but romance scams take several victims every year, especially with the rise of AI.

Chicago area's Kameo Vintage gives Valentine's Day fashion tips
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Whether you're heading out for a date or going solo this Valentine's Day, here are some fashion tips with Chicago's Kameo Vintage.