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Chicago Tribune Custom Birthday Book
Treat them like front page news with this collection of front pages from each year since their birth.
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This is a made-to-order item that ships directly from the maker. If you order today your item will ship no later than 6/25/2025.
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Measurements
12" L x 15" W x 0.5" H
Notes
Chicago Tribune Custom Birthday Book has a page minimum, so only dates in 1999 or before can be ordered at this time. The book includes front pages from the year of the recipient's birth onward. Please note that additional pages featuring noteworthy events from other dates may be added at then end of the book to meet the required 80 page count.
Please note: These pages are not standard newspaper dimensions, therefore, the type is shrunk slightly to fit a more convenient, book-sized trim. Certain years/pages are reprinted from microfilm and font size may be reduced. Missing pages may be the result of a newspaper strike or a lack of relevant information on the front page for that date.
Once your order is submitted it is entered into production and changes and cancellations cannot be accommodated- we are sorry, no exceptions. We do our best to turn orders around as quickly as possible and as a result, orders begin production immediately. - All Orders Final
Item ID
49306
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People love this product for its unique and personalized experience, making it a perfect gift for milestone birthdays, especially for history buffs.
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- 5 stars out of 5
We purchased this as a sign in book for our son's 30th birthday surpri…
- 5 stars out of 5
This was even better than I expected. While it had the headlines from …
- 5 stars out of 5
My wife just recently surprised me with your Chicago Tribune Birthday …
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- 5 stars out of 5
- Winning Idea!
- verified reviewer
- Illinois
A Hole In One!!
We purchased this as a sign in book for our son's 30th birthday surprise golf outing party! Since there were only 30 pages so far to his birthday years, Uncommon Goods added history highlights which was perfect as he loves history. We used the two blank pages in front to create a Happy 30th Birthday header and left at the front table for all the guests to sign...creating a treasured keepsake of the day . Thank you Uncommon Goods!
- 5 stars out of 5
- Xav
- verified reviewer
- Bloomington, IL
A beautiful and well done gift
This was even better than I expected. While it had the headlines from my friend's birthdays throughout his life up until now (though the ones from the future would have been nice to have too…) I didn't expect the rest of the headlines from important days throughout history! A very cool add and a great gift.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Zev
- verified reviewer
- Scottsdale
Breaking News!!!
My wife just recently surprised me with your Chicago Tribune Birthday Book. In a word (and that is very hard to do I might add) I was surprised and astonished …OK 2 words. In my wildest dreams I never thought something so original could exist. My first reaction was to cry because I was overwhelmed by such an original gift. Also, one cannot read this book once and put in on the bookshelf. Every read is a new experience in one's life over 71 years in my case. Thank you very much for helping to create such a beautiful memory. I would not hesitate a moment recommending to my friends and family. Wayne Lewin
- 5 stars out of 5
- Jenny
- Chicago, IL
Gift for my Dad
Born and raised in Chicago, my Dad grew up reading the Trib. He moved out of state and I thought this would be a perfect Birthday gift for him to remember his home town. He absolutely loved it and said it was one of the coolest gifts he's ever received! I would definitely recommend buying this custom book- it's special and unique.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Jenny
- Chicago, IL
Gift for my Dad
Born and raised in Chicago, my Dad grew up reading the Trib. He moved out of state and I thought this would be a perfect Birthday gift for him to remember his home town. He absolutely loved it and said it was one of the coolest gifts he's ever received! I would definitely recommend buying this custom book- it's special and unique.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Anonymous in CT
- verified reviewer
- Connecticut
Unique birthday gift!
This is a great birthday gift, especially for someone who is a news or history buff. The quality of the book overall is very good, and the extra pages of "significant events" (including sports moments) made it even better. Also, the book was delivered earlier than expected - in plenty of time for my friend's birthday.
- 5 stars out of 5
- Jen
- verified reviewer
- Chicago, IL
Perfect Dad Gift
Received the Chicago Tribune birthday book for my dad and its even better than expected! Not only does it include all of the headlines from his birth day to today, but it also includes some of the most important historical headlines in news and sports over the years, which I know he will enjoy! Definitely recommend adding the magnifying glass as some of the text is small, but definitely legible. Excellent quality!
- 5 stars out of 5
- MRHgolfs
- verified reviewer
- Chicago, IL
Thoughtful and Fun!
I gifted this product to my grandmother for her 80th birthday. Such a wonderful, personalized gift for a milestone occasion (especially for someone that is hard to buy for!). She absolutely loved its a great activity to see all that she has lived through.
- 5 stars out of 5
- The perfect granddaughter
- verified reviewer
- Anchorage, AK
94 year old approves of this gift!!!
Although some of the wording is small it is easy to read. I took it to work ans everyone loved looking at it.
- 5 stars out of 5
- This is none
- verified reviewer
- Chicago
Yes!! I plan on buying a few more
It is great gift that will last a lifetime
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- Sally
- undisclosed
Do I need to wait a specific amount of time after the specified date to order to include the front page from 2025?
Verified reply from Iriscelis
The front page for "today" is added in the early morning (or on Mondays for weekend pages). To ensure a specific date is included in the book we recommend ordering on that day or later.
- Anna
- undisclosed
The description states that additional historic dates may be included in order to get to the 80 page count. Is there any way to request specific dates for those extra pages (to account for historic life events like marriage or children's births)?
Verified reply from Allison
We're sorry. The added historical events are chosen by the maker.
This gift is great for ...
Couples Who Cherish Memories
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