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Lincoln Park Zoo
Category:
Amusement Parks
Chicago,
Illinois 60602
(312) 742-2000
This is another one of my special hang outs. If I'm feeling sad/happy/bad hair day/good hair day...
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This is another one of my special hang outs. If I'm feeling sad/happy/bad hair day/good hair day it doesn't matter, it always fills me with joy just to be among the animals. I think I missed my calling as Dr. Doolittle.
I really enjoy the bird exhibit. I love watching them fly over my head (hey, what just plopped in my hair??) and to see them prance about the place like they own it or something. But my absolute fave part of this zoo would be the farm in the zoo with all the goats, cows, chickens and such. That area is surrounded by such beautiful scenery. You have to visit during the Holidays for their after hours Christmas spectacular. It's awesome.
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I wanted to tell you about the Sears Tower located in Chicago, IL. It is one os the largest...
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I wanted to tell you about the Sears Tower located in Chicago, IL. It is one os the largest buildings in North America. When I was a child I remember my mom taking me and my younger brother to visit the Sears Tower quite often, we would go all the way to the top where you can stand up to the big glass windows and look out to see all of Chicago. The also had telescopes where you put in a dime and you could see things close up that were really so far away. Here is a links you can go to if you would like to read more about this tall building
http://www.thesearstower.com/home2.axis
http://www.searstower.org/home.html
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You are talking about twenty dollars or so to go around the city on this boat tour and relax in...
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You are talking about twenty dollars or so to go around the city on this boat tour and relax in the sun. I do this every year as a refresher on my city and to just do something different for a while. It is an interesting tour. This isn't romantic or anything, but it does make for a good date.
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This is a great convention center in Chicago. I have been here for several concerts and also a few...
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This is a great convention center in Chicago. I have been here for several concerts and also a few business events. Each time I have been here I have been very happy with this place. It is big and very well kept. They have lecture rooms, concert halls, and meeting rooms of all different sizes. Parking is plenty here and they have convenient shuttles to get around the entire center.
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Navy Pier
Category:
Theater Ticket Agencies
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
(312) 595-7437
All through out the summer they shoot off fireworks at the pier. They also synchronize music to...
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All through out the summer they shoot off fireworks at the pier. They also synchronize music to go with the fireworks, which is fun to grab a seat and listen to. If you have a view out that way from home, like I do, then you can turn into the radio station and enjoy it from home. The pier is a great place to hang out with friends. You don't need to spend money to enjoy yourself here.
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Tony & Tina's Wedding
Category:
Amusement Parks
230 W North Ave Ste 1
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
(312) 664-8844
This is like going to an actual wedding that is being blown out of proportion. They are going for...
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This is like going to an actual wedding that is being blown out of proportion. They are going for this whole elaborate Italian wedding with the big dresses and hair to match. You will love the make up on Tina. You start off like a regular wedding with drink and then you move into the typical festivities. This has to be one of the most entertaining events in Chicago.
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When the summer rolls around, I always want to go boating. This little company really fulfills my...
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When the summer rolls around, I always want to go boating. This little company really fulfills my wishes.
They have these awesome boat tours that take you on a fast and fun-filled boat ride. The sea dog has a really friendly staff that will make the thirty minute trip entertianing and interesting.
They will give you little tidbits of info on the city of Chicago, beautiful views of the skyline, and a really fast and refreshing tour of the lake.
Be careful though, you might get wet!!
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Whirly Ball
Category:
Foundations, Clubs, Associations, Etc
1880 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60614
(773) 486-7777
Want to get back at your friends? Have them come to Whirly Ball with you. Once they get strapped...
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Want to get back at your friends? Have them come to Whirly Ball with you. Once they get strapped in to that go cart they will understand what you mean by stop eating all of my chips, John! They put a whiffle ball out and it is your job to get it across the court and hit as many other people as you can in the process. As long as you can take a beating as well as dish one out then this place is a lot of fun.
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Chicago is blessed to have a wonderful symphony that has had some great conductors over the years....
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Chicago is blessed to have a wonderful symphony that has had some great conductors over the years. It is even luckier that we get to enjoy it all year round, in the summer, the CSO is at Ravinia and the rest of the year, plays at Symphony Hall. A lot of people think they don't like classical music, but there is so much more at the CSO. I have taken many non-classical friends to jazz at the CSO. One of my favorite events every year is the Free Day of Music where the entire hall is filled with a variety of musical acts (including kids programs and sing-alongs, folk music, jazz, classical, and more). The Free Day of Music has been sponsored by Marshall Field's, which has been bought out by Macy's, so I am hoping that it won't disappear. It's a wonderful way for Chicagoans and visitors to discover the magic on Michigan Avenue. The Symphony also has a great gift shop with musically themed gifts and CDs, as well as a great restaurant and bar.
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Corner Pocket the
Category:
Billiard & Pool Parlors
2610 N Halsted St
Chicago,
Illinois 60614
(773) 281-0050
This is a pool hall in the city that is really great. It's clean and its a good place to go for a...
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This is a pool hall in the city that is really great. It's clean and its a good place to go for a casual pool night. The front area is the bar, where you can get some great drinks and good food. Then go in the back for the lounge with the pool tables. The area is nice and it is fun. It is priced affordably but if that still seems high to you, you can come here on Mondays and play pool for free! I think Thursdays are also ladies nights so ladies can get in and play for free for a second day too.
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