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SUMMER/FALL SPECIAL EVENTS FOR 2010

All events are held at the Hotel Florence unless otherwise noted. The Hotel first floor is open for self-guided tours during all events (unless prohibited by restoration work). Contact sleepingcars at sbcglobal.net for more info.

July 24	Backyard Film and Music Festival As seen in Chicago Magazine, July 2010 issue! 12:00 Noon til….. “summer’s coolest house party, minus the house”…Chicago Magazine Join us at the historic Pullman Factory site for independent films and music. Performers include Dosh, Light Pollution, Panda Riot and lots more! Bring your lawn chair, no outside food or drink allowed, vendors on site. For info on transportation, submitting a film, and tickets ($10 in advance, $15 at the door) go to www.BFMF2010.com.
August 29	3^rd Annual Pullman Antique Appraisal Fair 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Pullman’s own version of the famous Antique Roadshow…bring a family heirloom or favorite collectible and learn its value from professional appraiser and antique dealer Tom Krenek. Mr. Krenek has more than 20 years experience in the antique business. Sorry, no fine jewelry appraisals. For more information call 773-660-2341
September 6	Labor Day Bike Ride 8:30 to 2:00 2:00 to 8:00 Pullman Love-In – music and fun! Co-Sponsored by the Pullman Civic Organization and the Pullman State Historic Site. Event begins/ends at the Hotel Florence, Limit 50 riders. Registration at 8:30 a.m. Ride begins at 9:00 a.m. & 9:20 a.m. Ride highlights places of Labor interest on the southeast side of Chicago/ nearby Indiana. Helmets required. $15.00 donation includes lunch in park like setting around Hotel. Live music after the ride. For information: www.pullmanlaborride.com
September 4,5,6	Theatre-Hikes “Our Town” 1:00 p.m. If you have never experienced a play by Theatre-Hikes, make this your first in the historic “Town of Pullman”! Our Town- Described by Edward Albee as “…the greatest American play ever written,” the story follows the small town of Grover’s Corners through three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage,” and “Death and Eternity.” Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, audiences follow the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die. Note: Walking is required between scenes. Ticket info at www.theatre-hikes.org
September 12	Victorian Tea 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. An English teatime event with homemade sweets and treats. Special entertainment varies every year! Co-sponsored by the Historic Pullman Garden Club and the Pullman State Historic Site. This event sells out every year so be sure to book early! Ticket prices $20.00 For Information: 773-568-2441.
October 3	3^nd Annual Pullman Companion Animal Blessing 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Sponsored and hosted by the Pullman State Historic Site, this special event will take place on the grounds of the Hotel Florence and will include a pet parade, informational booths and more and, of course, a special blessing of our companion animals. Free Event! Please mark this date on your calendar!
October 9 & 10	Historic Pullman House Tour Weekend 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This weekend visit the Pullman Historic District and tour a variety of houses designed by Solon S. Beman between 1881 and 1886. Begin your day at the Pullman Visitors Center for tickets and information. Co-sponsored by the Pullman Civic Organization and the Historic Pullman Foundation. Contact 773-785-8901 for information/tour tickets. Be sure to stop at the Pullman State Historic Site…don’t miss the Garden Café at the Hotel for our famous Pulled Pork Sandwiches and Chili Dogs and the Garden Club Boutique for gifts. No admission charge for Hotel and Factory Site entrance.
October 9 & 10 ©Matt Schergen	South of the Loop Art Show 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This year’s South of the Loop Art Show at the Hotel Florence is part of Chicago Artists Month 2010, organized by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs.Incorporating this year’s theme of “City as Studio”, we will be highlighting work from the many artists of the Pullman community as well as the surrounding area. Artists work will include mediums such as painting, watercolor, chalk, ink, clay, fiber, glass, sculpture and jewelry. This will be a wonderful opportunity to purchase beautiful and unique gifts for those on your holiday list this year! For information, please call 773-660-2341. Show is free.
October- Date TBD	Dia de los Muertos Workshops Time TBD In preparation for our 5^th Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration, join us for this fun workshop and learn how to create and decorate sugar skulls and create Mexican paper flowers! All supplies are provided. If you would like to create an altar for this years new event, the Pullman Dia de los Muertos Altar Walk, please call 773-660-2341 for more information.
October 30	Dia de los Muertos Altar Walk Benefit for the Pullman State Historic Site 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Join us Saturday, Oct. 30 for our first annual Altar Walk through the neighborhood of Historic Pullman. This year our Day of the Dead event will showcase the personal altars of local residents in their homes. The Walk will begin at the Hotel Florence where tickets may be purchased and a map/ticket will be given out. View the Altars in their most personal settings between 7 and 9 p.m., then return to the Hotel Florence for music and refreshments from 9 to 10 p.m.. Sponsored by the Historic Pullman Garden Club and the Pullman State Historic Site. Advance tickets $10.00, $15.00 at the door. To Purchase tickets: 773-568-2441. More information: 773-660-2341. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of recently discovered original historic lighting fixtures for the Hotel Florence.