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Friendsgiving has its own aura of sophistication and charm. Compared to Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving affords you much more freedom on the choice of gifts and food, which means you don’t have to do turkey.
This year’s Friendsgiving eve is already beckoning; here are some Friendsgiving party ideas to take your experience to the next level.
Get Casual With the Décor
Ditch all the official party stuff for your Friendsgiving party. For example, you don’t have to whip out the good linen; instead, swap in brown craft paper. You can also decorate with punny balloons with themed messages and clever sayings that will set the mood of the party. For cutlery, if you don’t have enough, you can go for disposable spoons and forks. Finally, make a simple banner sign and hang it with tape or a single nail.
Hacking the Drinks
For starters, you can order some beer, wine, and some vodka, if you please. However, the real deal is having a pre-mixed signature cocktail that identifies with all your friends. Make a substantial amount of it to complement the beer and the wine in circulation.
Get Creative With the Guestbook
Ditch the physical guestbook and get a pumpkin guestbook. Purchase a white pumpkin and place it at the entrance. Your friends can sign the pumpkin or scribble a message for you. Also, you can write an open question on the pumpkin for example, “What are you thankful for?” and have the party guests respond to it.
Picture Play
There is no better way to welcome friends to your home than having their pictures on the wall. Of course, you will need large pictures so print them out on actual paper. A good place to source for the ideal pictures would be your Instagram feed. Pick out the best moments and hang them on the wall. You will be surprised by how much your pals will appreciate the gesture.
In a nutshell, the idea is to create a free environment where everyone can express themselves fully.
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When the weather turns cold in Chicago, it can only mean that the holidays are here again, and from mid-November until the New Year, there’s a great range of displays, markets, parades and shows to be enjoyed in America’s second city.
Here are just two that are not to be missed.
The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
This much-loved festival kicks off the holiday season for the 27th time on Michigan Avenue on Friday, the 16th, and Saturday, the 17th, of November.
From 4 p.m. Friday, Lights Festival Lane features live music, Santa Claus, face painting and circus performers along with popcorn, cotton candy and a variety of top brand treats.
The Lights Festival fun continues from Saturday morning at 11:00 with many more holiday experiences and special offers. And, as well as more live music shows, there’s also a chance to meet some favorite performers like Cody Simpson and Cailee Rae.
The weekend’s finale is the Tree Lighting Parade, which heads south along Michigan Avenue from Oak Street, starting at 5:30 p.m. Floats, marching bands and dancers will progress down the avenue accompanied by favorite Disney characters, lighting more than a million lights along the way.
The parade will come to a spectacular conclusion with fireworks over the Chicago River at 6:55 p.m.
The Christkindlmarket — November 16–December 24
The weekend of the Lights Festival also sees the beginning of the annual Christkindlmarket, which runs in the Chicago Loop until Christmas Eve.
The market is based on the traditional Christmas market held in Nuremberg since the 16th century, and it has become a cherished Chicago tradition during the 22 years since its inception.
Admission is free, and you can join your fellow Chicagoans and keep out the cold with German food and drink while enjoying entertainment from musicians, singers, dancers, magicians and theatre groups, and a unique outdoor shopping experience.
This year’s market will also be visited by the Christkind, the gift-bearing Christmas angel of the German-speaking world.
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These events are just two highlights from the busy program of seasonal occasions enjoyed by residents of the prestige Presidential Towers Apartments in Chicago.
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Founded in 1977, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the height of attainment for both everyday runners and seasoned athletes. This year, the marathon has been slated for October 7, giving numerous runners a chance to achieve their dream. As a community member of Presidential Towers, you will not have to worry about scrambling for accommodation during this period.
The Chicago Marathon
The Chicago marathon offers a flat and fast course, one that travels through 29 neighborhoods in a beautiful city and starts and finishes in Grant Park. This has attracted over half a million runners since the marathon was founded.
Those interested in participating in the marathon should submit their applications before the application window closes. To be eligible, participants have to meet certain event requirements. You will also be required to pay a registration fee as part of the application process. Runners have the option of registering for different categories and track events.
During the marathon, participating masses will have access to medical support as well as designated aid stations that offer different amenities. While preparing for the event, runners can go through a training program that focuses on exercise, health and nutrition.
If you are not keen on taking part in the marathon, you can choose to be a volunteer or join the 1.7 million spectators in supporting the runners. The Chicago Marathon employs environmentally and socially responsible practices, making it more than just a simple track event.
Running Tips
Running a marathon is no joke. You must prepare adequately both before and on the day of the race. During the week, you should go easy on exercise, focus on sleep, and drink plenty of water. On the day, eat breakfast two hours before the race, start fueling before the race, and have the right mind frame both before and during the race.
There is no doubt that taking part in the Chicago marathon will make for an experience of a lifetime. Choosing our Chicago apartments will ensure that your experience is more fun and memorable. Call our office today to explore the different floor plans and learn about the amenities Presidential Towers offers its residents.
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Labor Day has come to represent the official end of summer. While there are certainly plenty of toasty days ahead of us, this is the weekend when people really get out and enjoy the beauty of the area surrounding our Chicago apartments. If you're looking for something fun to do this Labor Day weekend, here are a few places you'll find some of your "Windy City" neighbors hanging out.
Great American Lobster Fest
Nobody said you have to be on the coast to get incredible seafood. The Great American Lobster Fest is the perfect use for the Navy Pier, bringing with it live lobster flown in fresh from the cold waters of the Atlantic. This event features live music, an interesting assortment of arts and crafts for sale, and a variety of food options, too.
Ravinia Music Festival
The Ravinia Music Festival features some of the most magical musical acts Labor Day weekend has to offer. If you're looking for an excuse to step out of your comfort zone and venture a little farther away from downtown than you'd normally go, this music festival is the perfect place to lay down your blanket and open your picnic basket.
Navy Pier Fireworks
There's nothing quite like watching fireworks explode over a large body of water. The Navy Pier's fireworks offer a family-friendly way to celebrate the end of summer in style. It's free to check out the sparkling lights, but while you're there, you might want to consider taking a boat tour or hitching a ride on the climate-controlled Centennial Wheel.
African American Festival of Arts
Chicago's Washington Park neighborhood comes alive on Labor Day weekend, creating a simulated African village that's filled with vibrant art, interactive experiences and engaging music that'll make your heart skip a beat. You'll find museum-quality collectible artifacts and an assortment of hand-woven textiles. Be sure to check out some of the authentic food before you leave!
Start fall off on the right step. Move into a beautiful apartment that's close to all the action Chicago has to offer. Our Presidential Towers community offers an incredible assortment of amenities, and we're right in the heart of everything that makes this city great. Check out our available floor plans online today!
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