LEAP DAY - February 29, 2008
The Magnificent Mile celebrates Leap Day as a day of “free indulgence.” Give in to every whim and enjoy a luxury spending, calorie-free, spa-filled day and more. Many businesses in The Magnificent Mile district will offer a special bonus 10% discount on all items and Chicago Trolley will offer free rides throughout the district. Plus, don’t miss the grand finalé fireworks spectacular at 6:30 pm over the Chicago River.
BONUS DAY
The following businesses are participating in the Leap Day "bonus" where area hotels, restaurants and stores offer a 10% discount on services and products in the store.
Hilton Suites Chicago/Magnificent Mile
The Seneca Hotel & Suites
Radisson Hotel and Suites Chicago
Best Western River North Hotel
676 Restaurant & Bar at the Omni Hotel
Pops for Champagne
The Redhead Piano Bar
The Signature Room at the 95th
Brazzaz
NoMi - Park Hyatt Chicago
Devon Seadfood Grill
China Grill
P.A. Larkin
Hershey's Chicago
Old Plank Anitques on Huron
Marlowe
CHIAROSCURO
Mary Mary Gifts
Fogal of Switzerland
Christopher Charles Spa
Joel Oppenheimer, Inc.
Teuscher Chocolate of Switzerland
Chicago Chocolate Tours
FREE TROLLEY
Chicago Trolley will offer a special route throughout The Magnificent Mile district on Leap Day, Friday, February 29, for free.
ROUTE:
1. Chicago Architecture Foundation
2. Millennium Park
3. Swissotel
4. Pioneer Court (fireworks), 401 N. Michigan Avenue
5. InterPark Garage on St. Clair
6. Water Tower, Sephora, CHIAROSCURO, Hershey's
7. John Hancock Center, Signature Room at the 95th
8. River North, Pop's for Champagne, InterPark Garage on Ohio
STORY TIME ON A TROLLEY
A Trolley will be parked at 401 N. Michigan Avenue for a special reading of the new children's book called Leopold's Long Awaited Leap Year Birthday by author Dawn Desjardins. How long is too long to wait for a birthday? Leap Year birthdays are Peek-a-boo holidays. They are there, they're just hiding.
Readings at:
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
FIREWORKS
Grand finalé fireworks spectacular on Friday the 29th at 6:30 pm over the Chicago River. Best viewed from Pioneer Court (401 N. Michigan Avenue).
Free HoloSpex glasses are back! Look at life a little different.
LEAP DAY OFFERS AND EVENTS
Special events and offers will add to the day of "free indulgence". See Special Events and Offers.
EXCLUSIVE LEAP DAY OFFERS:
Leap Day Story Time
Chicago Trolley Co.
401 N. Michigan Avenue
(312) 409-5560
www.themagnificentmile.com
“Leopold’s Long Awaited Leap Year Birthday”
Leap Day, February 29, 2008
1, 2, and 3 p.m.
Bring your kids to hear a special Leap Day story by Chicagoland author, Dawn Desjardins. Join us on a special Chicago Trolley at 401 N. Michigan Avenue at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. to warm-up and enjoy our free Leap Day story time! Books available for purchase.
Chicago Architecture Foundation
224 South Michigan Avenue
(312) 922-3432 x242
www.architecture.org
20% off one item at regular price in stock at the CAF Shop
Chicago Architecture Foundation walking tours
Buy one ticket, get one free on Friday, February 29th
-All tours are two hours long and begin at the CAF Shop & Tour Center, 224 S. Michigan Ave.
Regular Price: $15 per person; $12 students and seniors (65+)
10:00am: Historic Skyscrapers walking tour
Trace the evolution of the skyscraper from the Great Fire of 1871 until the Great Depression (1920-30s).
1:00pm: Modern Skyscrapers walking tour
Explore Chicago’s great post-WWII high rises, from thoroughly modern Mies to Philip Johnson at his most postmodern.
2:00pm: Architecture of Culture & Commerce walking tour
See the buildings that turned Chicago into a world-class city in the 19th century and learn the stories of the business and cultural leaders who built them.
The Redhead Piano Bar
16 West Ontario
(312) 640-1000
www.redheadpianobar.com
"Champagne Is an Every Day Celebration"
February 29 ONLY
Enjoy a selection of Moët & Chandon (bottles), with featured pricing each night throughout the entire month of February, culminating with the 10% discount on all champagne bottles on Leap Day.
Sephora Water Tower Place
845 N. Michigan Ave
(312) 335-9391
www.sephora.com
Saturday, February 29th, 1:00pm-7:00pm
First 100 clients receive a champagne themed gift bag. There will be various brand representatives on hand to offer complimentary hand massages and receive the latest fresh new spring look from our makeup consultants.
Swissôtel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive
(312) 565-0565
www.swissotelchicago.com
"The Lobby Lounge at Swissôtel Chicago"
February 29, 5:00 p.m. ONLY
In celebration of Toast on The Magnificent Mile, The Lobby Lounge at Swissôtel Chicago will introduce a champagne and cuisine pairing. Executive Chef Seargo has designed an array of culinary creations to compliment the Moët & Chandon champagne selection, including pan seared tenderloin with vanilla cream sauce, lobster canapés, chocolate dipped strawberries, truffles, mushu-wrapped duck, and pan seared shrimp tossed with a caviar butter. The festivities will also include a presentation, Toast with Class. Angela Roman, recently featured in Today's Chicago Woman, will discuss the history of champagne, how to select a champagne for any occasion and champagne tips and faux pas.
MARLOWE
800 North Michigan
(312) 988-9398
www.marlowe.com
February 29 ONLY
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
On Leap Day the boutique will offer 10% and a glass of champagne.
Hershey’s Chicago
822 North Michigan Avenue
(312) 337-7711
www.hersheys.com/discover
"Champagne Kisses"
February 29 ONLY
Receive a sampling of exclusive "champagne "Hershey's Kisses all day on Leap Day.