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Rain or shine, everyone could always use an extra umbrella, and Ikea has got the solution. Next Friday, March 29, both Ikea stores in Bolingbrook and Shaumburg are giving away free umbrellas as part of the national Ikea Random Acts of Life Improvement project. It's just a colorful lightweight umbrella you can use for shelter or shade-completely free. [Racked Wire]