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| Chicago is the best city in the US.....during the summer. I have been to a game in june where the temp got into the 30's. Luckily it's not usually like that. My wedding day was in june in Chicago the year before and it was in the high 70's and incredible.
Chitown is the best combo of people, party, food and fun. I lived there for 5yrs and go back 4-5 times per year to visit my wife's family.
I really really hope to be there for these games. I may have some access to tics but it might take a bit to know for sure.
Stay downtown as close to Michigan as possible. Near the loop and soldier is not convenient. Don't stay in the burbs unless there is access via the EL. Traffic is worse in chicago than anywhere I have seen. Basically one way in and one way out in each direction.
Things to do other than cubs/halos:
navy pier
millenium park
architecture tour on the chicago river (one of my favorites). Very nice on a warm day.
sears tower is ok, but I prefer the top of the hancock. Enjoy a $15 drink.
shedd aquarium
field museum
lincoln park zoo
great america (same as magic mountain and far)
any chicago street fair is great. Taste of Randolph is that weekend and awesome. Total party scene.
My favorite eats and drinks:
pizza - ginos is great and a deep dish landmark, but my favorite is Pequods in lincoln park. They have a carmelized crust and the best sauce. Not to far from wrigley
italian - gene and giorgetti's is an institution and pretty good but hard to get into. I prefer carmines or rosebud. spiaggia - super pricey but amazing. Francesca on taylor - awesome
beef sandwich - you have to try a chicago beef. Johnnies is the best. Elmwood park or Arlington heights suburbs. a bit of a trek but worth it. Get the fries as well. they rock. All other beef is weak sauce.
Got to try Pot belly. sooooo good. It's a chain now, but equivalent to in n out sandwich style.
Other sando places:
Jerry's - tons of selection and some crazy combos
Manny's - corned beef rocks
Jimmy Johns - good for a quick fix.
Perry's
Costellos
Late night:
Taco Burrito Palace #2. Don't ask just go there and get a steak burrito
Weiner Circle - best late night food ever. Seriously. Be sure to insult the person who take your order it tradtion.
Other eats:
Perennial
Chicago Chop House
Trotters and Tru - both insane and crazy expensive. A one time go but worth it.
Cafe Ba Ba Reeba - Tapas and great fun. Also try Cafe Iberico or Emilios
North Pond
Frontera Grill (Rick Bayless shop)
Everest - high end
Hot Doug's - great dogs
Sai Cafe - really great sushi
twin acres - classic rib joint in old town
Kuma's corner - burgers
Barley corn
Greek town - try the gyros late night.
Green Mill - good late night jazz. odd area.
Green Dolphin street. fun
Best Bars
Justin's
Volo in Roscoe Village
Goat hill
Irish Oak - small pub
Murphy's or Bernies
Mother's
Tavern on Rush
The Hangup (cheesy late night dancing)
I'll add more later as I think of them.
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| Halo - 2/4/2010 7:40 PM
Any good places to read? Like a Library?
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Location: Houston | Angel Oracle - 2/4/2010 7:38 PM
I've heard good things about Gibson's on Rush, but never got a chance to go there.
Isn't Ed Debevecs the place that sells the world's smallest hot fudge sundae in a shot glass?
Ed Debevecs has the lamest and most annoying wait staff in the history of restaurants. A waste of time and money, IMO. |
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Location: P245 | Cubs are allowing group tickets for Friday 6/18, 1:20pm. There is a minimum of 20 tix. There are two options:
A) Terrace Reserved Infield ($42) OR Terrace Reserved Outfield ($36)
B) Upper Deck Reserved Infield ($27) OR Upper Deck Reserved Outfield ($22)
There is a 12% tx added to all ticket prices. If I can get 20 people to confirm on either option, then I will front the money. They will be accepting mail in orders beginning Feb 10th. I want to get the order as close to that date to ensure our chances. I personally like option B since it looks like the organization will pick the ticket section. Here is the link for more info:
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/ticketing/groups.jsp?loc=seating_pricing#schedule |
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Location: Fullerton or Angel Stadium | I'm in.. |
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Location: Minnesota | I'm in and it's probably me + Scott |
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| Mancini, I'm in for 4, Terrace Infield if we can do it, otherwise, 4 for any class of seats. |
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Location: Canyon Lake | Its definately on our wish list! never been to Wrigley either! hoping Hubby's work picks up enough so we will have the funds to make the trip! |
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| Mancini, put me down for 4 as well |
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Location: Illinois | I live about an hour outside of chicago, so I'm planning on being there for hopefully at least 2 games- be sure to be there early- for day games, they usually have an awesome flyover by navy jets- if you want the jets coming right at you- try to get seats on the 3rd base side almost by the foul pole- first time I saw it- I was sure the planes were going to crash right onto the field |
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| I will be there with 3 others. Can not wait to go! |
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Location: P245 | Here is the list thus far:
Mancini: 2
Patti: 1
Cas: 2
Calscuf: 4
BBMom: 4
So that's 13 so far. 7 more and I will put an order in. ihateboston34 or howie, do you want in? |
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Location: Illinois | Mancini- put me in for 4 |
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Location: Kabul | Don't forget Lou Malnati's for Pizza. There is one about 3 miles from US Cellular |
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| Mancini...I may need 2 more but I won't know until maybe tomorrow |
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| BaseballMom - 2/7/2010 2:02 PM Mancini...I may need 2 more but I won't know until maybe tomorrow \same here |
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Location: P245 | Cool, there are a few more days before I can send in the request. Keep me updated on how many tix you need until then. |
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| Thanks Mancini ...you're the best! |
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| Please put me down for 2 tickets for Friday 6/18 - Terrace infield would be great, but whatever is good.
Edited by AngelMonkey 2010-02-08 8:50 AM
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Location: P245 | Mancini: 2
Patti: 1
Cas & scott: 2
Calscuf: 4
BBMom: 4
Howie: 4
AngelMonkey: 2
Total is now at 19. BBMom or Scott, do you need a few more tix? I am almost at 20. Seems like the consensus wants the Terrace so tix will run about $48. If anyone here wants the Upper Deck option, speak now or forever hold your peace. For now I will put Terrace infield as the number one choice and the other options as a back up. Hopefully we will get one of them. |
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| When do you have to buy the tickets? Since it seems like the entire board is going to Chicago for the series, if you end up with an extra seat or two, I'm sure they will get sold. If not, I will buy #20. |
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| I will contact my son this morning to see if he's heard from his friend |
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| Ok Mancini...put me down for 6. |
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Location: P245 | Mancini: 2
Patti: 1
Cas & scott: 2
Calscuf: 4
BBMom: 6
Howie: 4
AngelMonkey: 2
We are at 21. I'm sending the info today for Terrace Reserved. I'm sure it will take about a week for them to confirm the order. I will then send you a PM for you invoices. |
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Location: Minnesota | I think Scott said he might need 2 more. It might be a good idea to round up to 25. I'm sure others will want to join in on this when it gets a bit closer. |
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Location: Doin' the dew | howie - 2/6/2010 9:20 AM
I live about an hour outside of chicago, so I'm planning on being there for hopefully at least 2 games- be sure to be there early- for day games, they usually have an awesome flyover by navy jets- if you want the jets coming right at you- try to get seats on the 3rd base side almost by the foul pole- first time I saw it- I was sure the planes were going to crash right onto the field
howie = steve bartman
it's cool - we don't judge around here.
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| Yeah, get me two more. If I don't need them, I'm sure I can get rid of them. |
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| I'm excited to see a good group of halo fans there. I'll keep an eye out for a red gaggle of people.
When do the tix go onsale? |
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| If it's not too late can I get 7 tickets? |
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Location: P245 | The fed ex guy picked up my request. I have a total of 22.
Mancini: 2
Patti: 1
Cas & scott: 2
Calscuf: 4
BBMom: 7
Howie: 4
AngelMonkey: 2
I tried to get two more for scott but was too late. Maybe when they call to confirm the tix, I can have it changed. I think our chances are good though. They are accepting mail orders only on Feb 10th and the envelope should arrive there tomorrow at 10:30am. |
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| Tickets go on sale February 19th
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100208&content_i... |
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Location: Fullerton or Angel Stadium | I read that there is a limit to how many tickets you can buy at once to 6 tickets per game.. if anyone needs more than that, please let me know, as I am only getting one seat a game for the other 2, and can get more if they are needed. And remember, I can cheat, since I have the broker software on my computer now to open all kinds of windows.. |
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Los Angeles Angels vs. Chicago Cubs 6/18-6/20
