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[Bèsame*]

Originally Posted by homoe

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Dyeing of the Chicago River St Patrick's Day

A tradition since 1962, representatives of the Journeymen Plumbers Local Union 130 pour dye into the Chicago River on the morning of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, turning the water a bright shade of green. The dye is vegetable-based, so the river typically reverts to its usual murky shade by the end of the weekend. The dyeing takes place between Columbus Drive and State Street, so head to the Michigan Avenue bridge or snag a spot along the Riverwalk for the best views of the action.

I do believe that event has been canceled this year. So many public events have made the list😮

[homoe]

Originally Posted by Bèsame*

I do believe that event has been canceled this year. So many public events have made the list��

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Oh thanks Besame, I know Boston's St Patty has been cancelled for sure but up to a day ago Chicago's dying of the river was still on. I'll keep my eyes open for further info...

[homoe]

Originally Posted by homoe

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Oh thanks Besame, I know Boston's St Patty has been cancelled for sure but up to a day ago Chicago's dying of the river was still on. I'll keep my eyes open for further info...

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced earlier Wednesday the city’s St. Patrick’s Day parades and events will be postponed. Lightfoot said the city’s downtown parade, which was to be held on Saturday, is postponed, along with other parades that were to be held throughout the city.

The city’s famous “river dyeing” event, a tradition where the Chicago River is dyed green, was also postponed.

I get why the parades would be cancelled but unsure why the dying of the river would be. Individuals can/would surely partake of enjoyment of it!

[homoe]

The governor of Illinois on Sunday ordered all bars and restaurants in his state to close amid the threat of the new coronavirus, and officials elsewhere in the country said they were considering similar restrictions after revelers ignored warnings against attending large gatherings. "The time for persuasion and public appeals is over,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said. “This is not a joke. No one is immune to this.”

The Democratic governor said he had tried earlier this week to appeal to everyone’s good judgment to stay home, to avoid bars, and not congregate in crowds. He added that it is unfortunate that many people didn’t take that seriously.

The order takes effect Monday night and will last through March 30.

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Twice a year, during the spring and fall equinoxes, the sun's path aligns to fit within view of the narrow corridors of Chicago's east-west streets, a phenomenon cheekily referred to as Chicagohenge. Because Chicago is planned on a grid layout corresponding almost exactly with the various points of a compass, Chicagohenge views are considered especially good—better, even, than the similarly-named Manhattanhenge. From certain points downtown, the sun's fiery orb is framed almost perfectly by the surrounding skyscrapers.

Under normal circumstances, you'd catch hordes of people aiming their cameras and phones at the Chicagohenge views on major roadways like Randolph Street and Madison Avenue. While we don't recommend congregating downtown (or anywhere else: social distancing, folks!), try sticking your head out the window during sunrise or sunset if you live on any east-west streets—it'll be like a light show delivered right to your door. And hey, if all else fails, we're certain a few photo of the phenomenon will surface on Instagram.

[homoe]

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And you're going to be near southern Indiana, check out a little town called Santa Claus! It's just about an hours drive from New Albany.

When April's issue of Chicago Magazine finally arrived, they also included a guide to Indiana that I've just started going thru.

[homoe]

Originally Posted by homoe

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And you're going to be near southern Indiana, check out a little town called Santa Claus! It's just about an hours drive from New Albany.

When April's issue of Chicago Magazine finally arrived, they also included a guide to Indiana that I've just started going thru.

So after further investigation this town offer more than just holiday themed events.

Summer offers zip-lines & other outdoor activities as well as a campsite an RV Resort.

[homoe]

[QUOTE=homoe;1263462]Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced earlier Wednesday the city’s St. Patrick’s Day parades and events will be postponed. Lightfoot said the city’s downtown parade, which was to be held on Saturday, is postponed, along with other parades that were to be held throughout the city.

The city’s famous “river dyeing” event, a tradition where the Chicago River is dyed green, was also postponed.



Governor Pritzker extends stay-at-home order through APRIL 30.

[homoe]

These joints in Chicago......






JT's Sandwich Shop 3970 N Elston Ave



Tortazo 233 S. Wacker Drive

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Once we're free from the stay-home policy and I feel it's safe enough to travel once again I'll be checking out.......







bopNgrill 921 W Belmont Ave, Chicago

They just showed a repeat of this joint on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. How I missed it the first time is beyond me!

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Cafe Cancale 1576 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago for seafood & raw bar with coastal wines & 1920's-inspired cocktails