Cheeky knows that times are tough, but we still have a lot to celebrate. The first day of spring is in 10 days (what what!), daylight savings time is this Sunday (who cares if we lose an hour of sleep, we gain an hour of sunshine!) and there are deals and discounts poppin' up all over the place (check out our homepage calendar this week if you don't believe us). We are practicing recessionista-ism and want to help you do the same.

Celebration #1: Join CheekyChicago.com for a road trip through Italy to celebrate the grand re-opening of A Mano on Thursday, March 12th, 6-10 p.m. Enjoy complimentary food, vino, cocktails and awesome goody bags (for the first 200 people in the door). $5 suggested door donation benefits Be Bright Pink. RSVP ASAP by clicking here...this is one hot ticket. Andiamo!

Celebration #2: Cheeky was featured on CNN.com. Click here and scroll down. It's a small hit, but a mighty one.

Celebration #3: You all are loyal, tried and true. Thank you for telling us all about your dude's hair disasters. You made us (and AXE) very proud.

If you participated in our Facebook promotion, expect your gifts very soon.

So, during this time of recession-ism, enjoy the cheeky little things that put a smile on your face. $5 martinis, walks through Lincoln Park, hot chocolate (enjoy it before cold, day-time, beachside cocktails take its place), all-you-can-eat/drink Sunday Fundays, home cooked meals with friends and speakin' up on CheekyChicago.com. It'll cost ya nothing.