Chicago Events Calendar / Things-To-Do: Jan 16, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
80th Chicago Boat , RV & Outdoors Show
Location:McCormick Place North
Whether you're an avid outdoorsman eager to see what's new or are just looking for a way to escape winter for the day, the 80th Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show is YOUR show! This annual 5-day event turns McCormick Place into a one-stop marketplace for outdoor fun; the best place to see and buy everything you need for your outdoor adventures!
See and board hundreds of boats and explore some of the latest model RVs. Find gear and accessories for every outdoor activity imaginable, from boating, fishing and hunting to RVing, camping and more. Visit outfitters and resorts to plan your next trip or book a vacation, too. There's really no better place to shop, compare and save!
More info at http://www.chicagoboatshow.com/
2010 Chicago Cubs Convention
Location:Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue
The Cubs Convention is the annual kick-off to spring training and the upcoming season. The event provides fans with the opportunity to mingle with current and former Cubs players, broadcasters and front office executives.
The 25th Annual Cubs Convention will be held January 15 - 17, 2010.
Weekend passes for the 25th Annual Cubs Convention are no longer available. As a reminder, fans who book a hotel room at the Hilton Chicago for the Convention weekend can purchase passes for $20 upon arrival at the hotel. A maximum of four passes per room will be available for purchase at the Cubs Registration table which will be located in the Northeast Hall on the lower level of the Hilton. A limited number of hotel rooms are still available. To book a room, call the Hilton Chicago at 312-922-4400.
More info at http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/community/com_convention.jsp
The Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour
Location:Chicago Theatre 175 N. State St.
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years, have left their autographs on the walls of dressing rooms and corridors.
Guides will share with you the stories of the visionaries who opened The Chicago Theatre, whose influence on popular entertainment in Chicago is still recognized today. Tours also include the photo exhibit in The Chicago Theatre's lower lobby, "Chicago: Three Centuries of Theatres."
More info at http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/tour/
Odyssey Champagne Dinner Cruise
Location:Navy Pier, 600 E. Illinois, Chicago
Save up to 15% on select Odyssey Chicago Cruises
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More info at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=318466
Tour of The Chicago Theatre
Time:12:00pm
The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years.
Saturday tours occur on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11am and 12pm. Tours will begin promptly on the hour. When possible, Saturday tours will feature a demonstration on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ.
The running time for all Saturday tours is approximately 1 hour. Reservations do not need to be made in advance unless your party contains more than 10 people.
$5 per person, no reservations necessary
Other tour dates are scheduled seasonally. See the web site.
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