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Friday, June 24 - Monday, July 4: 25th Annual Taste of Chicago

Silver Anniversary of Slivers
Taste of Chicago Celebrates 25 Years of Good Eating
June 24-July 4, 2005 in Grant Park

Twenty-five years of eating is quite a lot of food, but it won’t stop the hundreds of thousands of people from enjoying this year’s 25th Annual Taste of Chicago when it returns to Grant Park, Friday, June 24, continuing for 11 days through Monday, July 4.

More than 60 restaurants will offer delicious items for every palette each day joined by the experience of a new daily restaurant in the Gourmet Dining Pavilion. The popular Taste Bites will also return offering patrons a taste for only two to three tickets.

Popular entertainment pavilions such as the Taste Stage, the Family Village and the Cooking Corner will provide hours of free fun. The ever-popular parade of singing stars from across the genres will once again grace the stage at the Petrillo Music Shell.

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Thursday, June 30: Thursday Night Club at Ranalli's

TNC for Thursday, June 30, 2005 will be held at Ranalli's on Lincoln. NOTE: This is BI-WEEKLY (meaning every other Thursday).

What?  TNC = Thursday Night Club. It's a group gathering at a different bar/pub/lounge every two weeks to have some fun and have a few drinks as
well.

When: Thursday, June 30, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM CST (NOTE THE TIME CHANGE!!!) - some people will likely get there as early as 7:00 PM
Where: Ranalli's on Lincoln (Beer Garden) R
analli's
1925 N. Lincoln Ave.
312-642-4700

South of Armitage and East of Sedgwick

Anyone is welcome...the more the merrier. Hope to see YOU there! No need to RSVP - just show up.

Thursday, June 30: Midsummer Eve of the Eve at Cafe Brauer

Midsummer EVE of the EVE

Thursday, June 30th

7:00 p.m. till midnight

Cafe Brauer

2021 North Stockton Drive in Lincoln Park

Open Bar ~ Food ~ Silent Auction

Live Music from Gayle Ritt & Only Sons

Attire: Summer Cocktail

Tickets are $65 in advance and are available at www.highsight.org.

Thursday, June 30 - Sunday, July 10: Milwaukee's Summerfest - The World's Largest Music Festival

Too much to even start to describe it. The website says it all. http://www.summerfest.com/

PPC crew roadtrip to Summerfest on Saturday, July 2. Contact Fuji at social_chair@chicagofourth.com for more details.

Friday, July 1: CSSC's Sunset Jams With Elevation at Castaway's

7:00 pm -10:30 pm

Castaway's - North Avenue Beach Boathouse

If you liked the U2 show this spring you will love Elevation.  This U2 tribute band plays all your favorite songs with the same energy as Bono and The Edge.

Buy your tickets in advance and you will be entered to win two tickets anywhere Southwest Airlines flies courtesty of Chicago Big10K.

$4 Finlandia Lemonades, $4 Southern Comfort Hurricanes, $3 Bud Light Drafts

$10 in advance only

Advance Purchase only - Click here

Friday, July 1 - Sunday July 3: Bar1Events Fourth of July Parties (various)

Fourth of July weekend is going to be one huge party at McGee's this year! Check out our back-to-back-to-BACK BBQs Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 1-3! Each night our $15 meal package includes BBQ, domestic drafts and well drinks from 8:30-11:30pm. Plus, we'll be giving out free flag T-shirts!

Spend your holiday weekend at Duffy's Taste of Independence! Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 1-3, our $15 meal packages will include BBQ buffets, domestic drafts, well drinks, wine and soda from 8:30-11:30pm each night. See you there!

Jack Sullivan's Fourth of July fun starts Friday, July 1, and Saturday, July 2 with $15 meal packages that include buffets, domestic drafts, and well drinks from 9pm-midnight! On Sunday, July 3, the same meal package will be featured from 7-10pm - don't miss it!

On Saturday, July 2, engage in a little FOUR-play at Durkin's from 7-11pm! The first 120 p eople to celebrate the Fourth early and purchase our $20 meal package will get a Durkin's t-shirt, as well as a buffet, all drafts, and vodka lemonades. Then, on Sunday, let's hear it for the Red, White and Brew BBQ! It's a FOUR-hour party! From 6-10pm, our patriotic meal package includes tons of BBQ, vodka lemonades and domestic drafts for just $20.

Sunday, July 3: PPC's 13th Annual 4th of July Party Grant Park Fireworks Outing

The one part of our 4th of July party that continues into 2005 is our annual Grant Park fireworks outing. As always we'll stake out a spot in Grant Park across from the Petrillo music shell and gather friends for the city's annual fireworks show. Bring something to drink/share and we'll have our traditional post-fireworks bar outing afterwards. More details to come.

Sunday, July 3: Howard Fishman's 6th Annual July 3rd Reggae Boat Cruise

Sunday, July 3: Bar1Events July 3 Booze Cruise

July 3rd Booze Cruise Tickets on Sale Now!

Believe it or not, Independence Day is quickly approaching, and tickets for our 6th annual fireworks booze cruise are going fast! Don't get left on the dock - make your reservations today for this awesome 4-hour cruise! From 7:30pm - 11:30pm on Sunday, July 3, DJ Chicago will be spinning tunes on the luxury yacht "Valara VI" (www.valara.com) while you watch Chicago's fantastic fireworks show and enjoy a meal package with sandwiches, beer, cocktails, and wine for just $100. Plus, we provide hassle-free round-trip transportation from our bars to the pier. Book your tickets now by calling 773.868.8073.

Friday, July 8: H3 Events Party at Casey Moran's

Friday, July 8th - Casey Morans

We've rented the whole place!!!!

Casey Morans - 3660 N. Clark
7-10pm

$25 includes: Miller Lite, all import beers, well drinks, tropical drinks and Stoli Vodka drinks, plus food buffet and music by the Ryan See band (covers).

Door prize of cruise for two to the Rock Boat VI featuring Sister Hazel, Pat Green band, Better than Ezra plus more or your choice of $1000 cash.

Remaining profits go to Breast Cancer Research.

H3 has joined in with other promoters to make this the best indoor/outdoor party of the summer.

**************************Don't Forget***********

We also throw weekly parties:

Gina Gonzalez from Gary Sineses 'Lt. Dan Band' is playing at Bellys this Thursday! - 3210 N. Lincoln


Enjoy our usual drink/food special from 6-9pm for only $10 bucks!:

* Miller Lite * Bass
* Harp * Honkers
* Blue Moon * Pilsner Urquell
* Sam Adams * Stella Arquois
* PLUS well drinks * Pizza
* Quesadillas * Chips & Salsa

Specials after the 6-9pm deal are: $3 u-call-its; $2 bottles; $1 belly shots, no cover. Live music!

John Corry:

YES, I changed the date.  Sorry it worked better on the 8th.  I HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A FUN SUMMER SO FAR!  I HAVE BEEN HAVING A LOT OF FUN AND HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY BUSY!!  THOSE OF YOU THAT ATTENDED LAST YEARS MID SUMMER HAPPY HOUR AT LIFE’S TOO SHORT WILL REMEMBER THE PARTY.  THE PLACE WAS PACKED AND THERE WAS A LONG LINE and one bathroom.  NOT THIS YEAR…  CASEY MORAN’S HAS THE ROOF DECK AND SIDE DECK OPEN WHICH BRINGS THE CAPACITY TO AROUND 1000 PEOPLE.  THERE ARE BATHROOMS ON THE ROOF DECK SO WE SHOULD BE OK THERE TOO.
 

Friday, July 8: Bar1Events Mexican Fiesta Party at McGee's

Next Friday, July 8, come to McGee's for a Mexican fiesta! The awesome band, El Guapo, is playing, and we're getting in the spirit! From 8:30-11:30pm, our $15 meal package will include a Mexican buffet, margaritas, domestic drafts, wine and soda.

Friday, July 8: Bar1Events Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon Party at Jack Sullivan's

Friday, July 8, Jack Sullivan's is throwing a celebrity birthday bash! Our "Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon's Birthday Party" is going to be from 9pm-midnight, and the $15 meal package will include a huge buffet, domestic drafts and well drinks!

Saturday, July 9: 20/30 Club of Chicago's Lake Michigan Boat Cruise

Party Under the Stars at the 20/30 Club of Chicago's Annual Boat Cruise

Saturday, July 9, 2005 from 8 to 12 p.m. (boarding starts at 7:15 p.m. sharp).

About the Boat Cruise
This is The 20/30 Club of Chicago's annual moonlight boat cruise. Beer, wine, soda and light fare are included. There will also be fireworks and live bands, an acoustical set by Al Weber and the main performance by Buddy Nuisance. This annual event usually sells out as tickets are limited. It is one of our most popular social events.  Tickets for the boat cruise are only $60.  Order your tickets on The 20/30 Club of Chicago website (www.2030club.org) or directly from Acteva (click on the link below to order tickets).

http://2030all.c.topica.com/maadDIuabhZDVbOcN3TeaehocM/

Also, SAVE on tickets for Casino Swing XIV with our exclusive Boat Cruise/Casino Swing Combo early-bird offer!  See our website (www.2030club.org) for details.

Boat Information- We will board The Bright Star at Ogden Slip at Navy Pier. Boat cruise check-in begins at 7:15 p.m. Please try to be at the dock by 7:15 p.m. or earlier. We will begin boarding The Bright Star at 7:30 p.m. The boat will leave at 8 p.m. sharp. Plan accordingly. We cannot wait for late arrivals.  Please go to http://2030all.c.topica.com/maadDIuabhZDWbOcN3TeaehocM/ for more details on parking and directions.

Important Security Information- Due to security regulations, we are required to collect the exact names & email addresses of all patrons at the time of purchase, not just the purchaser. Before boarding, every patron must present a valid state issued photo ID (Passport, Driver's License, State ID or Military ID) and the name on that ID must match a name on the Guest List. If your name is not on the list, you cannot board and no refunds will be granted.

What to wear on the boat cruise on Saturday, July 9th. This is a casual event.  At night there may be a chill on the water, so a light jacket/ sweater is recommended.

ABOUT THE 20/30 CLUB OF CHICAGO
Since 1991 The 20/30 Club of Chicago, a local non-profit, 501(c)3 organization well recognized for providing positive role models and helping children in need, has made a difference in the lives of children in Chicagoland by pooling the collective talents of our membership and volunteers. The 20/30 Club of Chicago is open to men of all races, religions and national origins who are interested in, and committed to volunteering with children's charities.

Want to become a volunteering philanthropist, helping children's charities? Or interested in early sponsorship opportunities for the Casino Swing 2005? Go to http://www.2030club.org.

All tickets will be at Will-Call.  NO tickets will be mailed. Once you have completed the registration process you will receive an on-screen and email confirmation. Your tickets will be under your last name at the Ogden Slip Boarding Area.  This is a sell-out event and tickets are limited.  You are strongly encouraged to buy early.

Saturday, July 9 - Sunday July 10: 4th Annual Lakeview Music Fest

Noon to 10:00 p.m. Saturday, Noon to 9:00 p.m. Sunday

Sheffield & Addison

Benefits Lake View Citizens' Council

Located in the heart of one of Chicago's most thriving neighborhoods - and home to some of the most popular entertainment venues in Chicago - the Lake View Music Fest offers continuous live music, tastings from area restaurants, and goods and wares from local merchants. With the famous ballpark as backdrop, this first year event surrounds itself with local bars and restaurants such as The Cubbie Bear, HiToPs, John Barleycorn, Goose Island Wrigleyville, The Metro (one of the best live music venues in Chicago, and the starting point for the Smashing Pumpkins) and many more. With the high energy and the atmosphere of some of the hottest spots in Chicago, the consumer will find plenty of entertainment at this festival.

Beneficiary - Lakeview Citizens Council

The LAKE VIEW CITIZENS' COUNCIL (LVCC) is a non-profit civic organization serving the Lakeview community on the north side of Chicago, Illinois. It's boundaries (roughly Lake Michigan on the east, the north branch of the Chicago River on the west, Diversey Parkway on the south, going south on Lakewood Avenue until it meets the Chicago River, and Irving Park Road on the north) are approximately those of the original township of Lake View founded in the early 1800's and annexed by the City of Chicago in 1903.

We have been working for you in Lake View since 1952. We are a grassroots membership organization made up of people like you and your neighbors. LVCC was established to provide citizens in Lake View with the opportunity to work together for the common good of the Lake View community.

Lakeview Garden Walk

As part of the Lake View Music Fest, the Lake View Citizens' Council welcomes you to this 10th annual garden walk. Admission is free, so stop on by after(or before!) the festival to see some spectacular gardens in the Lake View neighborhood.

** Houses/gardens are identified by yellow and blue balloons. **

Walk Begins At:
* Hawthorne Academy (School & Seminary)
* Nettelhorst School (Broadway & Melrose)
* 1027 W. Newport
* 3024 N. Waterloo (Between Broadway & Clark)

Trolley Stops:
* The Hallmark, 2960 N. Lake Shore Dr.
* Nettelhorst School, 3252 N. Broadway
* Roscoes, 3356 N. Halsted
* Chicago Blarney Stone, 3424 N. Sheffield
* Hawthorne Academy, 3319 N. Clifton
* Trader Todds, 3216 N. Sheffield

How To Get There

Limited street parking may be available on surrounding streets. Public transportation is encouraged as the best way to get to the festival. The CTA Red Line "L" (Addison) is conveniently located just a few blocks from the festival. For routes, directions and connections, call 773.836.7000 or visit www.transitchicago.com.

Entertainment

Saturday
Noon: TBA
1:30pm: Dave Spector & the Bluebirds
5:00pm: IADT Fashion Show
8:30pm: The Fixx

Sunday
Noon: TBA
2:00pm: Hip Pockit
3:30pm: Too White Crew
5:00pm: TBA
7:30pm: TBA

Sunday, July 10: LATE Ride in Grant Park

Mark your calendars for the LATE ride on July 10th!!  Close to 10,000 cyclists meet at Buckingham Fountain around midnight and bike through the night!

www.lateride.org

We had a fun crew participate last year as Course Marshalls!  (this, of course, meant nothing - riders just saw us in our "official" reflector vests and assumed we knew what was going on - after multiple beers, we thought we knew what was going on too!!!)  Kidding....as a Course Marshall, we get a discounted ride, the power to flag down and send naive cyclists in whatever direction we choose, and the ability to fix flats in mere seconds.

To raise additional funds for Friends of the Parks' citywide advocacy work, we have launched today an online auction in conjunction with Friends of the Parks' LATE Ride!  We will be adding more exciting travel packages in the next few days.  Please tell your friends about the auction!  We will also promote it heavily on www.lateride.org, at Packet Pick-Ups and more.

Here's how to find the auction:

http://fotpauction.cmarket.com

Saturday, July 16 - Sunday, July 17: 11th Annual Rock Around the Block

Saturday: Noon-10pm, Sunday: Noon-9pm

Lincoln Ave. between Addison Ave. & Roscoe Ave

Benefits: The Festival Foundation

Careerbuilder.com and 93-WXRT present the 12th annual Rock Around the Block neighborhood fest. Every year, approximately 50,000 people gather at the event to enjoy great art, food, family activities, and music. This year, its sponsor, Careerbuilder.com, is set to present a check for $100,000 to the Illinois Military Family Relief Fund making it an event you don't want to miss.

Rock Around the Block is recognized as one of the best musical events in Chicago. It features three stages of all day entertainment, including regional favorites and some nationally renowned acts. Among these are the Spin Doctors, who have had hits such as "Little Miss Can't Be Wrong" and "Two Princes," and the Old 97's, one of the most popular bands of the alternative country movement in the 90's. Others to look forward to are Indigenous, Tributosaurus (as the Talking Heads), Mike & Joe, and Hairbangers Ball, who are sure to have you rockin' all night.

Visitors can also enjoy walking down the fest's four blocks, each lined with various arts and crafts merchants and a wide array of foods. This summer, the kids are truly in for a special treat with the WONKAmobile, a fully-interactive vehicle that dispenses candy samples and is equipped with cool gadgets and games to play with all for free.

Rock Around the Block is located over four blocks on Lincoln Avenue from Addison to Roscoe. Entrances are conveniently located just off the "Paulina" and "Addison" Brown Line stops.