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Friday, January 01 2010
15th Annual Kwanzaa Observance Program @ Malcolm X College
Malcolm X College is hosting the 15th Annual Kwanzaa Observance Program today, starting at 10am. This is the last day of the largest known seven-day celebration of Kwanzaa in the country publicly held in an institution of higher learning. Admission is free. For more information contact Jessica Holloway: Kwanzaa Chairperson at 312-850-7472 or arhoden@ccc.edu. Malcolm X College is located at 1900 W. Van Buren. For more information, including the schedule, check out this press release.15th Annual Kwanzaa Observance Program at Malcolm X College today, starting at 10am. This is the last day of the largest known seven-day celebration of Kwanzaa in the country publicly held in an institution of higher learning. Admission is free. For more information contact Jessica Holloway: Kwanzaa Chairperson at 312-850-7472 or arhoden@ccc.edu. Malcolm X College is located at 1900 W. Van Buren. For more information, including the schedule, check out this press release.
New Year's Day Pajama Brunch @ Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba
Start 2010 by brunching at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba (2024 N. Halsted) between 10am and 3pm--and you don't even need to get out of your pajamas. Order from Spanish-style brunch offerings, cava cocktails, and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Complimentary churros and fresh-squeezed orange juice will also be available. All diners who do show up in their PJ's will receive a gift certificate in the amount of their brunch bill. Call (773) 935-5000 for more information and reservations.
New Year's Day 5K
Start 2010 on the right foot with the 25th Annual New Year's Day 5K Run/Walk. Starting at LaSalle and Stockton, this chip-timed run winds its way through Lincoln Park. The $30 entry fee gets you a long-sleeved t-shirt, and part of the proceeds goes to the Lakeview Citizens Council. It doesn't start until 11am, so you can even sleep in. Register online or call Josh Ruston at (773) 868-3010 ext. 23 for more information.
Chicago Polar Bear Club @ North Ave Beach
You resolved to "try new things" in 2010, right? Then head out for the annual Polar Bear plunge into Lake Michigan. Details here. Arrive by noon with swimsuit under your clothes (no birthday suits).
