It’s All Good in the Hood

It’s All Good in the Hood

The first social networking site you can be proud of, ActofGood.org seeks to connect people with worthy causes they can get behind [...]

Keeping it Cozy with Katie: I’m trapped in my small space!

Keeping it Cozy with Katie: I’m trapped in my small space!

I have an oddly shaped, small bedroom with really high ceilings. Any suggestions on how I can better utilize my space? [...]

Editor’s Letter: Giving Back

Editor’s Letter: Giving Back

With the promise of summer fun ahead of us, we feel more blessed and more motivated than ever to do our part to give back to those who need support [...]

PLRG Profile: Lynn Walls

PLRG Profile: Lynn Walls

We took some time last week to find out how Lynn saves money and what her fave outdoor Chicago activities are [..]

Last Day to Win a FULL Bottle of Canyon Ranch Face Mask

Last Day to Win a FULL Bottle of Canyon Ranch Face Mask

01 July 2009

If you haven't heard of TheBeautyGirl.com yet, you need to get your butt to over to the site [...]

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DIY: Cheap & Easy Wall Art

DIY: Cheap & Easy Wall Art

30 June 2009

Colorful paper is a great and inexpensive way to spice up a wall [...]

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Hot Online: CoutURe’s Photo Lab Series featuring Torrio

Hot Online: CoutURe’s Photo Lab Series featuring Torrio

22 June 2009

The Photo Lab Lifestyle Series focuses on local artists who not only express themselves through their art, but also their fashion [...]

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For Anyone Scared of a Public Toilet Seat

For Anyone Scared of a Public Toilet Seat

22 June 2009

We weren't sure what to make of the Whiz Freedom when the press release showed up in our inbox [...]

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Give Back While Throwing Down with SSC

Give Back While Throwing Down with SSC

16 June 2009

These women wanted to create a monthly event that would not only stimulate the economy, but also stimulate interest and raise money for those who are truly in need [...]

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Chicago’s Best Bands are at Your Neighborhood Street Fest

Chicago’s Best Bands are at Your Neighborhood Street Fest

08 June 2009

Food, beer, and fellowship can be had at any of the street fairs, but, I really enjoy the ones that feature one or more stages of local bands [...]

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Hot This Week

The Taste of Chicago runs from June 26-July 5. Performers include Ne-Yo, Counting Crows, and the Barenaked Ladies. Concerts are free and $8 gets you 12 food tickets.
It's National 40oz Week at The Fifty/50 in Wicker Park, with different $5 40oz selections featured each day along with some delicious food pairings. Cheers!
Scope out your new summer beachwear on Thu, July 2 at the Independence Fashion Show at Enclave featuring the latest styles in swimwear (RSVP for free admission before midnight).
  Saturdays at Millennium Park workout for free: 7am Tai Chi, 8am Yoga, 9am Pilates. Later on, celebrate the 4th of July with Navy Pier's fireworks at 9:30pm.
Celebrate Independence Day in Grant Park - fireworks will begin 9pm on the 3rd and the first-ever Independence Day concert will be held at Pritzker Pavilion at 1:30pm on the 4th.
At 3pm or 4:30pm on Sunday, $5 gets you a tour of the Goose Island Brewpub, six brew samples, and a Goose Island glass to take home.

Hot This Month

July is "Dollar Hot Dog Month" at Brasserie Jo, where dogs are just a $1 from 5pm-7pm each day and are served w/ mustard on a baguette. Bon Appetit!
Looking to network? Stay in the loop about all of the best networking events around the city with Around Chicago, a new (free) site & networking event resource.
The 18th Annual Tribune Magnificent Mile Art Festival runs from July 10th-12th, featuring hundreds of hand-selected artists and prices from $15 and up. Admission is free.
PLRG presents "Alchemy" on July 13th from 6pm-11pm at Spring in Bucktown, featuring $7 specialty cocktails, $4-$11 small plates and a relaxing atmosphere perfect for your Monday night.
Girls vs. Boys, a new musical, will be performed at Northwestern University July 10th-August 2nd. Standing room tickets are available for just $10. Following Thu night performances, PLRG readers can meet the cast and creative team members at The Rhythm Room of Evanston with complimentary appetizers and 25% off drinks!
Tuesday nights starting July 14th watch classic movies for free in Grant Park at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival.
No ring. No man. NO PROBLEM! PLRG & The Coach House present "A Bachelorette Party Without the Commitment"! On Thursday, July 23rd, arrive between 6pm-7pm and get a free martini plus amazing drink specials all night, live music and prizes from Flirty Girl Fitness.
The Chicago SummerDance Festival is going on in Grant Park through August 23rd. Learn how to salsa, swing, tango, rumba, step and more for free!