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There are hundreds of things to do around our Chicago, IL apartments every day, but some events in the Windy City can cost a pretty penny. Fortunately, there are just as many money-saving situations as pricey ones; you just have to do a little digging to find some fun and free (or nearly free) stuff. We've done a little homework on your behalf and come up with some great options.
Head to the Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo is open every day of the year, and it's free of charge. The zoo also puts on plenty of fun events all the time that is certainly worth the splurge if you're looking for good times with great wildlife. There's another zoo in town that's worthy of your attention, too. Brookfield Zoo has periodic free admission days. Keep an eye on the Tickets page of this zoo's site for information about free days.
Check Out a Museum
Chicago has no shortage of museums, and fortunately for you, many of them offer free days on occasion. Plan your day by picking a museum that's not charging admission, then head to a deli for an affordable lunch. If the weather happens to be cooperating, you could even opt for a picnic.
Plan a Potluck
Have your friends over to your pad, and ask everyone to bring a dish or drink. This way, nobody's budgets are overstretched, but there will still be a plethora of things to pick from on the table. Make a list of everyone you're inviting, then ask people to bring items within a certain category, such as appetizers, desserts, cocktails, entrees or snacks. Don't forget to have someone bring paper towels, paper plates, and plastic wear!
Volunteer
Find an organization that fits with your own personal values and see how you can help out. Maybe you serve dinner or read to little kids; perhaps you walk dogs or talk to lonely seniors. In any case, you'll meet like-minded people and fill your days in fulfilling ways.
If you're looking for an apartment that's easily accessible to all the fun things that happen in Chicago, you've come to the right place. Stop by The Montrose so we can give you a personalized tour of our community!
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After searching through Chicago apartments and finding your perfect home, you probably can’t wait to put your own decorating touches on it to make it your own. Decorating your new apartment shouldn’t have to cost a fortune! Luckily, your local dollar store probably has many inexpensive items you can turn into unique and useful décor with some basic craft supplies. Nobody will be able to guess that these easy DIY projects were inspired by dollar store finds. Try some of the following projects for a one-of-a-kind look that won’t break the bank.
Mirrored Boxes
It’s hard to get more glam than mirrored décor nowadays. Most dollar stores sell mirrored squares or framed mirrors. Pick up five mirrors for each box along with some E-6000 glue. If framed, remove the mirrors from the frames. Glue the mirrors together in the shape of a cube and use as a beautiful vase, accent piece or bathroom organizers.
Shower Caddy Plant Holder
Whether you’re a plant-lover or just like the look of greenery, a dollar store shower caddy can be transformed quickly into a wall statement piece with a fresh coat of paint and some real or faux plants in brightly colored planters. Choose a bright color for your paint, such as teal or red, to really make it pop. A plus is that if you use it to display live plants, you can easily remove the entire caddy from the wall and water your foliage in the shower!
Hula-Hoop Chandelier
Want an inexpensive chandelier without having to replace your light fixture? Brighten up your room with a fun chandelier made from a silver-painted hula-hoop wrapped with dangling LED fairy string lights.
Indoor Care-Free Faux Terrarium
Don’t have a green thumb, or have poor lighting in your apartment? You can bring in some green by filling a large globe-shaped glass bowl with white pebbles and inserting some faux succulent picks for an instant no-care cactus garden.
Spa Aesthetic
For a true spa look, buy some matching dollar store pump bottles. Fill them with your shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and other beauty items. Dress them up by adding a large initial sticker to the front of each to identify what they contain.
The Montrose Apartments in Chicago offer all the amenities you are looking for. Call or come by today to see your new apartment and get started on the new DIY décor projects that will make you feel at home.
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