Events for July 4th, 2009
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Saturday - July 4th
Events / Shopping Event
Green City Market
Chicago Green City Market - 1750 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
Shop locally farmed and organic meats, fruits, vegetables, cheeses, honey, baked goods and more. The market also features chef demonstrations and kids' activities.
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4th of July hot-dog eating contest
Purgatory Pizza - 3415 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Wrigleyville)
1 p.m.
Celebrate America by testing the will of your digestive system in a five-minute eating contest. Bragging rights and prizes go to the winner. Specials include $1 dogs, $4 Miller Lite drafts and $4 Effen lemonades.
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4th of July at Between Boutique
Between Boutique Cafe and Lounge - 1324 N. Milwaukee Ave. - Chicago (Bucktown/Wicker Park)
6 p.m. - 3 a.m.
Specials include $2 PBR cans and $5 blueberry coolers (fresh berry “soup” with ice-cold shochu), plus any three plates for $30.
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Wine Tasting noon-4 p.m.
Wine Discount Center - 1826 1/2 N. Elston Ave. - Chicago
Sip 10 wines highlighted in the center's monthly newsletter.
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Dog Days of Summer
South Water Kitchen - 225 N. Wabash Ave. - Chicago (Loop)
Bring your pooch for brunch on the patio and order a treat from a menu for dogs.
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'Mary Poppins' Tea
Atwood Cafe - 1 W. Washington St. - Chicago (Loop)
In honor of the classic musical, currently in production at Cadillac Palace Theatre through July 12, dine on a traditional service of mini-tea sandwiches, popovers, candy apples, raspberry iced cookies and mini-tea cakes.
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Bastille Day at Cafe des Architectes
Cafe des Architectes - 20 E. Chestnut St. - Chicago (Gold Coast)
A joint Independence Day celebration for the U.S. and France features special lunch menus priced at $17.76 and $17.89.
Events / Dining Event
Chef's Cooking Class
Wave - 644 N. Lake Shore Drive - Chicago (Gold Coast)
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Vegetables and breads with spice
Executive chef Kristine Subido leads a culinary demonstration followed by a four-course lunch featuring items from the class. Includes wine pairings, one cocktail and recipes.
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Independence Day at Tapas Valencia
Tapas Valencia - 1530 S. State St. - Chicago (South Loop)
5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Celebrate with $5 apple pie slices and Independence Martinis (sparkling Spanish cava, vodka, Midori and grenadine).
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Tour de France Menus
Brasserie Jo - 59 W. Hubbard St. - Chicago (River North)
Menu specials highlight the regions that the Tour de France passes through.
