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Last year we posted the top 20 things to do in Chicago in the winter, and we will be coming out with another "Best Of" list of that sort in the near future, but if you're more interested in actually LEARNING something, rather than watching, eating, o… Read more
Explore Chicago's Easter Egg Hunts(one for dogs too!)
$2 -Flashlight Egg Hunt at Sheridan Park March 27 8-10pmFree- Walk just a block away for an egg hunt at Senior Citizens Memorial Playlot Park March 28 10am-12pm
$7 -Have lun… Read more
If your Halloween plans are already figured out, you are my idol.
I should go as you for Halloween (...please tell me you wear comfy shoes ?). If you are like the rest of us
and procrastinating up until the bitter end,&… Read more
I don't like baseball. I find it exhausting and frustrating to spend $11/beer while watching an insanely long "sporting" event where being an athlete doesn't seem like a prerequisite. However, I know this is not a majority opinion in Chicago and have… Read more
Being a recent transplant to Chicago, I still can't believe the amount of neighborhoods, each with their own style and flavor, all belong to one glorious city. I moved to Chicago about a year ago from sunny California with nothing but a deep love for… Read more
Here at Ray's we are lucky enough to be about a 90 second walk from one of our favorite places to hang out in the City -Holstein Park.
Hostein boasts one of the most impressive field houses in the city architecturally, especially for being tucked int… Read more
Chicago is a great place to spend Halloween, and we love Wicker Park! Here is a list of some activities to guarantee a spooky good time.A Haunted House - On Friday, October 23, head to Pulaski Park for a spooky good time! $10 entry fee.Boo Palooza&nb… Read more
Fun fact about Ray Reiss, the namesake of Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast, he's a crack-shot poker player. Once a year he makes a point of showing off these well-honed poker skills at staff poker night. This year, though, the staff also came to play… Read more
Happy Holidays from the Ray’s crew! We’re gearing up for a busy holiday break, with folks coming to stay from all over. Whether you’re looking for a New Year’s party spot, or a quiet Christmas hamlet to escape the family drama, Ray’s still has a few … Read more
Hey B&B fans, Katrina here. The temperatures in Chicago are rising, the snow has disappeared (for now) and things are looking bright for a great Bucktown spring. With this spring comes a slew of absolutely poppin’ events… Read more