Chicago Events Calendar / Things-To-Do: Sep 12, 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
14th Annual Chicago Half Marathon
Location: Jackson Park-Hayes & Richards
The 14th Running of the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K takes place on Sunday, September 12, 2010. The 13th Annual Chicago Half Marathon & 5K sold out at 20,0000 participants. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this 14th annual event. The Chicago Half is the fifth largest half marathon in the U.S. and the 21st largest road race in the country.
The start and finish line of the Half Marathon and 5K will be in Jackson Park, just south of the Museum of Science and Industry at the intersection of Hayes & Richards. Jackson Park, once the site of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition , is over 600 acres and provides recreational opportunities for athletes, nature lovers and beach goers alike.
More info at http://www.chicagohalfmarathon.com/
Chicago Farmers Markets
Location: Downtown Chicago & Other Locations
Chicago's Farmers Markets bring more than 70 vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to over 20 neighborhoods throughout the City of Chicago. Markets are held Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday around the city.
More info at http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/special_events/mose/chicago_farmers_market.html
13th Annual Lincoln Park Art Faire
Location: 2045 N. Lincoln Park West
Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase a variety of original artwork from 100 vendors specializing in hand-made woodworking, jewelry, pottery and stained glass, along with original paintings and photographs.
Additionally, attendees can let their imaginations soar in our on-site open air studio, equipped with art supplies. Budding artists of all ages are offered an opportunity to create a masterpiece to take home. We supply the materials and the instruction, you supply the talent! Or, grab a bite to eat from our food vendor.
Live music will be performed on stage from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day of the festival.
More info at http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/events/park_district/12th_annual_lincoln.html
Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Location: Millennium Park, Chicago
Each Sunday this summer, you can take a 20 minute guided walk and learn about the Garden's design, its native plants and how it all applies to the home garden. Led by Lurie Garden volunteers.
May 9 - September 19, Sundays from 10AM-1:30PM
There will be no guided walk on Sunday, July 4
More info at http://www.millenniumpark.org/parkevents/event.aspx?id=1087
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