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Happy New Year! 12/21/2020 Blog Article

2020 has been quite the year! Now, it's time to usher in 2021. There are plenty of fun ways to c... READ MORE

Happy Holidays! 12/14/2020 Katie Arvia

Although we may be celebrating the holidays a bit differently this year, there are still plenty of f... READ MORE

Your Ultimate Chicago Southland Shopping Guide for the 2020 Holiday Season 11/24/2020 Katie Arvia

The holidays are in full swing here in the Chicago Southland! Small Business Saturday is November 28... READ MORE

Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Chicago Southland! 11/17/2020 Katie Arvia

Get ready to gobble up some fun this Thanksgiving! If you need holiday plans, look no further! There... READ MORE

Happy Halloween! 10/20/2020 Katie Arvia

It’s finally spooky season! Be sure to “carve” out some time for fun this Hal... READ MORE

Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Moves to Olympia Fields 10/12/2020 Katie Arvia

Olympia Fields, Ill. – After residing in Lansing for 23 years, the Chicago Southland Conventio... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Best Tacos 09/15/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Best Pizza 09/08/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Fun Labor Day Ideas 09/02/2020 Katie Arvia

Each year, we celebrate Labor Day on the first Monday of September. Established as a federal holiday... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Unique Shopping 09/01/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Family Fun 08/25/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Chicago Southland CVB Unveils New “To a T” Campaign 08/24/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched the brand-... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Fish Sandwiches 08/18/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Geocaching 08/11/2020 Blog Article

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

New Trails App Now Available 08/07/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched the brand-... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Local Breweries 08/04/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Instagram Spots 07/28/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Get ready to go gramping! 07/27/2020 Katie Arvia

Ready for a unique, family-friendly adventure? “Gramping” is the latest travel trend tha... READ MORE

EVEN Hotels Coming to Tinley Park This Fall 07/27/2020 Katie Arvia

Tinley Park, Ill. – Full rebranding and renovation efforts will soon be unveiled at the Holida... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Ice Cream Spots 07/21/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Your Chicago Southland Experience is About to Become "EVEN" Better 07/20/2020 Katie Arvia

Chicago Southland meetings and events will now be “EVEN” better! Coming this fall to Tin... READ MORE

World Wiffle® Ball Championship to Return to Midlothian for 41st Annual Tournament 07/16/2020 Katie Arvia

Midlothian, Ill. – The World Wiffle® Ball Championship will make its return to Memorial Pa... READ MORE

The Best Ways to Teach Kids About Nature in Chicago Southland 07/14/2020 K. DeShawn Smith

Kids learn best by doing, so the best way to teach them about nature is to get out and experience it... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Outdoor Art 07/14/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but now that we're in Ph... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Picnic Spots 07/07/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Fishing Spots 06/30/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

Happy 4th of July! 06/25/2020 Katie Arvia

It’s time for fireworks, barbecues and patriotic celebrations! This year, the 4th of July fall... READ MORE

Chicago Southland CVB Releases New Brewery Guide 06/23/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has released a brand-ne... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Farmers Markets 06/23/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Golf Courses 06/16/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

Celebrating Dad 06/10/2020 Katie Arvia

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21! As restrictions begin to lift in Illinois, more and more gift... READ MORE

Dixie Highway Brewery Trail Releases Collaboration Beer to Raise Funds 06/08/2020 Katie Arvia

Crete, IL – The Dixie Highway Brewery Trail breweries will be releasing Highway Star Impe... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Public Gardens 06/02/2020 Katie Arvia

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

Illinois Tourism Promotes Road Trips Across the State 05/26/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, IL – As Illinois moves through the re-opening phases outlined by Governor Pritzker, v... READ MORE

Illinois Road Trip Round-Up – Top Hiking & Biking Trails 05/26/2020 Blog Article

We’ve been “All In for Illinois” during the pandemic, but as we hit the unofficial... READ MORE

2020 Memorial Day Celebrations 05/19/2020 Katie Arvia

Every year, on the last Monday of May, Americans observe Memorial Day, a federal holiday that honors... READ MORE

NTTW 2020 Celebrates Spirit of Travel 05/11/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. — National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration of the contrib... READ MORE

Our 2020 National Tourism Day Celebration 05/07/2020 Katie Arvia

This week, May 3-9, is National Travel and Tourism Week. The Chicago Southland CVB has been celebrat... READ MORE

Celebrating Mother's Day 05/05/2020 Katie Arvia

Although we might be celebrating Mother’s Day a bit differently this year, there are still ple... READ MORE

Social Distancing Bingo 04/17/2020 Katie Arvia

Need a break in the monotony? Try your hand at a game of Social Distancing Bingo! Show your app... READ MORE

Celebrating a Chicago Southland Easter at Home 03/30/2020 Katie Arvia

As stay-at-home orders and social distancing continue to be the norm, this Easter looks quite a... READ MORE

Outdoor Activities and Social Distancing 03/23/2020 Katie Arvia

Right now, many of us are adjusting to working remotely, the temporary closure of attractions and th... READ MORE

Thornton Distilling and Brewing Co. Produces Hand Sanitizer for Community 03/20/2020 Katie Arvia

During these difficult times, many of our members have been working diligently to provide any servic... READ MORE

Chicago Southland Eateries Offering Expanded Pick-Up and Delivery Options 03/18/2020 Katie Arvia

The Chicago Southland has no shortage of delicious dining choices, whether it be fine dining or quic... READ MORE

Get your corned beef fix from J.J. Kelley's 02/26/2020 Carrie Steinweg

One of my favorite local spots for some casual bites in the south suburbs is a pub and restaurant ca... READ MORE

Get your Irish on! 02/25/2020 Katie Arvia

We’re headed into March. It’s the month that comes in like a lion and goes out like a la... READ MORE

There’s Nothing Like Aurelio’s “Old Oven” Pizza 02/18/2020 Carrie Steinweg

After attending a mid-day big band concert in Park Forest with my parents and a longtime family frie... READ MORE

Beard and Moustache Competition Raises Thousands of Dollars for Local Charities 02/13/2020 Katie Arvia

Tinley Park, Ill. – Over $10,000 was recently donated to three local charities, thanks to the ... READ MORE

Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Welcomes New Sports Market Manager 02/13/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has hired Isaac Washbur... READ MORE

Celebrating Black History Month in the Chicago Southland 02/07/2020 Loren Petrakis

In 1976 President Gerald Ford officially recognized February as Black History Month and each year si... READ MORE

Tinley Park Golf Show Returning This February 01/29/2020 Katie Arvia

Tinley Park, Ill. – The Tinley Park Golf Show will take place at the Tinley Park Convention Ce... READ MORE

2020 Visitors Guide Now Available 01/21/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has released the 2020 V... READ MORE

Keith Wallace Receives “Trifecta” of Tourism Awards 01/21/2020 Katie Arvia

New Lenox, Ill. – Keith Wallace, Executive Director of the Lincolnway Special Recreation Assoc... READ MORE

Chicago Southland CVB welcomes new Director of Finance and Administration 01/09/2020 Katie Arvia

Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has hired Mike Hoffman ... READ MORE

Kick Off the New Year with Winter Activities 01/02/2020 Carrie Steinweg

The new year brings with it weather that can be cold and dreary, but don’t let that be the rea... READ MORE

Fuddrucker's - Home of One of My Favorite Burgers 01/02/2020 Blog Article

I’ve eaten a lot of burgers in my time - from little mini sliders to sloppy sandwiches that le... READ MORE

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