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A trip from March 18, 2008 to March 20, 2008, travelling to Laingsburg, Chicago, Elk Grove Village
Our Rotaract Trip to the Windy City
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03/18/2008 to 03/20/2008
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Tue 03/18/08 (day 1) - Laingsburg, Chicago, Elk Grove Village

Driving from Keith's to Chicago About 3 hours 48 minutes
Transportation
3183 Leland Rd
Laingsburg, MI 48848
Tue Mar 18 7:00am - Tue Mar 18 11:00am
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Don't judge Harold's by its dingy, slightly scary interior. Harold's sells what may be the best Fried Chicken …
Restaurant
1208 E 53rd St
Chicago, IL 60615
United States
(773) 725-9260
Tue Mar 18 11:00am - Tue Mar 18 12:00pm
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This museum makes science fun with interactive, educational exhibits that stretch the imagination. Spend time in a 1 …
Thing to Do
5700 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60637-2003
United States
+1 773 684 1414
Tue Mar 18 12:00pm - Tue Mar 18 1:30pm
Notes
CITYPASS: Admission, 1 show
GO-CARD: Admission (Until 5:30)
Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Parking is $14 and is located in an underground parking garage at the Northwest corner of the building
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Experience the dynamic and diverse Mexican heritage through a variety of exhibits. The permanent collection focuses …
Thing to Do
1852 W 19th St
Chicago, IL 60608-2706
United States
+1 312 738 1503
Tue Mar 18 1:30pm - Tue Mar 18 2:30pm
Notes
10am-5pm Tue-Sun
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From popular Rembrandt masterpieces to recent works by lesser-known artists, the Art Institute of Chicago houses one …
Thing to Do
111 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60603-6110
United States
+1 312 443 3600
Tue Mar 18 2:30pm - Tue Mar 18 3:30pm
Notes
GO-CARD: Admission (Until 5:30)

noon-8p M-W,
9:30a-4:30p Th-Sa,
noon-5p Su,

Store:
noon-5p Su,
9:30a-4:30p M, W, F, Sa,
9:30a-8p Tu
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Massive is the first word that comes to mind when describing Chicago's central public library. The building, named a …
Thing to Do
400 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605-1203
United States
+1 312 747 4300
Tue Mar 18 3:30pm - Tue Mar 18 4:45pm
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Graceful sea horses spray jets of water into the lagoon that surrounds what is perhaps Chicago's most beloved public …
Thing to Do
Grant Park
Chicago, IL 60604
United States
+1 312 742 7529
Tue Mar 18 4:45pm - Tue Mar 18 5:00pm
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Mike Ditka's Restaurant, located in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast between Rush & Michigan, is a Chicago Landmark …
Restaurant
100 E Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
(312) 587-8989
Tue Mar 18 5:15pm - Tue Mar 18 6:30pm
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You can't miss the John Hancock Center if you happen to be passing through the North Side neighborhood of Chicago. A …
Thing to Do
875 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611-1779
United States
+1 312 751 3680
Tue Mar 18 6:30pm - Tue Mar 18 8:00pm
Notes
CITYPASS: Admission, Skytour

open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m

Adults (13-61) - $12*
Seniors (62 ) - $10*
Children (5 to 12) - $8*
Children (4 and under) FREE
$5 for SkyTour
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Howard Johnson Inn and Suites is located approximately six miles from O'Hare International Airport and 20 miles …
Hotel
Howard Johnson Inn and Suites
1925 E Higgins Rd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
United States
847-472-7000
Wed Mar 19 8:00pm - Thu Mar 20 8:00am
Tue Mar 18 8:00pm - Wed Mar 19 8:00am
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Wed 03/19/08 (day 2) - Chicago

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Nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan, this indoor aquatic world the John G. Shedd Aquarium is home to more than 650 …
Thing to Do
1200 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60605-2402
United States
+1 312 939 2438
Wed Mar 19 9:00am - Wed Mar 19 11:00am
Notes
CITYPASS: VIP Access
GO-CARD: All-Access Pass(Until 5:30)

Labor Day to Memorial Day:
9a-5p Sa-Su,
9a-6p M-F
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Food Court at the Shedd Aquarium Winter hours: 11 - 3.
Restaurant
1200 South Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Wed Mar 19 11:00am - Wed Mar 19 11:30am
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Soldier Field is home to this blue and orange team, founded in 1920. With championships won in 1921, 1932, 1933, 194 …
Thing to Do
1410 South Museum Campus Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Wed Mar 19 11:30am - Wed Mar 19 12:00pm
Notes
Pro-shop open:
Non-Gameday
Mon-Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST
Sun: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST

Tours are approximately 45-minute long and are available on select dates (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) by phone reservation only.

The tour costs $15 per adult, $10 per student (12 or older), $7 per Senior Citizen and $4 per child 12 years and younger (children 3 and under are free). A 25% discount will apply to school and park district groups larger than 30 and active military or veterans. Groups need a minimum of 10 people.
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Visitors can journey to the stars or experiment with telescopes at the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum . Also, …
Thing to Do
1300 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60605-2403
United States
+1 312 922 7827
Wed Mar 19 12:00pm - Wed Mar 19 1:30pm
Notes
CITYPASS: 1 Show, Gen Admin
GO-CARD: 2 Shows, Gen Admin (Until 5:30)

Regular Schedule
Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SHOWS:
The Zula Patrol: Under the Weather
10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:15 pm

Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity
10:45 am, 12:15 pm, 1:45 pm, 4:00 pm

TimeSpace... Time Travel Only at the Adler
11:30 am, 2:30 pm
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Travel from ancient civilizations through modern times, viewing remnants of bygone cultures and traditions. Get the …
Thing to Do
1400 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60605-2827
United States
+1 312 922 9410
Wed Mar 19 1:30pm - Wed Mar 19 3:00pm
Notes
CITYPASS: Free Admin
GO-CARD: Free Admin (Until 5:30)

Hours
Regular hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Last admission at 4 p.m.
Open every day except Christmas.

Late Nights
On the following days, the Museum will remain open until 8:00 p.m. Last admission to the Museum will be at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 26
Thursday, December 27
Friday, December 28
Saturday, December 29
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Experience war from a soldier's intensely personal perspective at the only museum in the world that collects, preser …
Thing to Do
1801 S Indiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60616-1308
United States
+1 312 326 0270
Wed Mar 19 3:00pm - Wed Mar 19 4:00pm
Notes
11am-6pm Tue-Fri;
10am-5pm Sat;
noon-5pm Sun.
Closed Mon and major holidays.

Members Free
General $10.00
Students $7.00
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Although not one of the country's larger 'Chinatowns', the main drag on Wentworth Avenue is worth the brief side tri …
Thing to Do
318 W Cermak Rd
Chicago, IL 60616-1916
United States
+1 312 222 1900
Wed Mar 19 4:00pm - Wed Mar 19 5:30pm
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While no longer the world's tallest building, the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) still stands proud. High-speed …
Thing to Do
233 S Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60606-6311
United States
+1 312 875 9696
Wed Mar 19 5:45pm - Wed Mar 19 7:00pm
Notes
GO-CARD: Admission (Until 5:30)
Open 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
The easiest place to park is the Sears Tower parking garage. Its entrance is on Franklin right across from the Sears Tower. Look for the black and white Tower Self Park sign. Call 312-782-5570 for rates.
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Restaurant
640 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
(312) 664-1707
Wed Mar 19 7:00pm - Wed Mar 19 9:00pm
Notes
11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday;
11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday;
9 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday;
9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday
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Thu 03/20/08 (day 3) - Chicago

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Innovative pieces dating from 1945 to the present by internationally-acclaimed painters, sculptors and video artists …
Thing to Do
220 E Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611-2604
United States
+1 312 280 2660
Thu Mar 20 10:00am - Thu Mar 20 11:00am
Notes
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday through Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Suggested General Admission $10
Students with ID and Senior Citizens $ 6
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This family entertainment complex on Lake Michigan offers daylong fun with more than 50 acres of parks and gardens …
Shopping
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611-3426
United States
+1 312 595 5300 / +1 800 595 7437
Thu Mar 20 11:00am - Thu Mar 20 3:00pm
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Descend the murky stairs and "Butt on in" as the sign says. Made famous by John Belushi's Saturday Night Live "Chees …
Entertainment
430 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611-4006
United States
+1 312 222 1525
Thu Mar 20 12:00pm - Thu Mar 20 1:00pm
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Navy Pier to Green Bay About 3 hours 36 minutes
Transportation
Thu Mar 20 3:00pm - Thu Mar 20 6:30pm
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