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Monday, September 07 2015
Pullman Labor Day Ride
Honoring unions in the Pullman region, the Pullman Civic Organization eleventh annual Bike Ride begins at 11141 S.Cottage Grove Ave., goes 30 miles into the state of Indiana, past beaches in south Chicago and wetlands in Indiana and back to celebrate at the historic Pullman's Visitor Center. Gear up with helmet and bike, stop for a historic tour in the former steelworker town, Marktown, Indiana and other highlights along the way for only $15. Registration begins at 7am. Lunch, exercise and celebration included.
Chicago Fringe Festival
The Chicago Fringe Festival runs Sept. 3-13 in five venues throughout the Jefferson Park neighborhood. Pick up a festival button (required for all shows) for $5 online or at Fischman's Liquors, 4780 N. Milwaukee Ave., then take your pick of the many performances of experimental theater, performance art, sketch comedy, dance and more -- see the schedule for daily details. Tickets to performances are $10, with multi-show tickets available. Shows start at 2:30pm today.
