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by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 5:07 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: wrigleyville
Replies: 7
Views: 916

I was buying parking passes at the alderman's office in my neighborhood, they said they didn't have any info yet, but it would be through them. Been meaning to check up on that... That sucks...I live in Gold Coast, so I guess I'm S.O.L. unless I can find someone that lives in the 47th ward to score...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 3:49 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: How did everybody do for tickets at Wrigley?
Replies: 70
Views: 5867

I'm jealous as hell of all you lucky pholks that scored tickets - especially those of you that scored tickets on the field! I'll probably be across the street at a beer garden, throwing back Coronas and straining to hear Jimmy echoing out of the stadium. :( So...if any of you guys find yourselves wi...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 3:49 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: How did everybody do for tickets at Wrigley?
Replies: 70
Views: 5867

I'm jealous as hell of all you lucky pholks that scored tickets - especially those of you that scored tickets on the field! I'll probably be across the street at a beer garden, throwing back Coronas and straining to hear Jimmy echoing out of the stadium. :( So...if any of you guys find yourselves wi...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 1:20 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: What and When was your first Buffett experience?
Replies: 38
Views: 3004

I was first exposed to Jimmy's tunes courtesy of my dad's vinyl collection...he had some of the oldies, but I think they got donated to Goodwill a looooong time ago :( My first concert was in Pine Knob, MI, in 1994 during the Fruitcakes tour. Great times...as far as I can remember :wink: That got me...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 12:59 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: Wrigleyville Area
Replies: 49
Views: 4586

Just for those who don't know, the "blue" line train stop at Addison is quite a distance from the ball park (maybe about 3-4 miles). This is a different line than the one that stops a block away. Good call! I forgot to mention that - from the Addison blue line stop, you can take an eastbo...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 11:48 am
Forum: Pre-Concert Gatherings / Who's Going to ...
Topic: Idea for Wrigley shows weekend... give me your thoughts!!!
Replies: 93
Views: 6727

Re: Looking forward to Wrigley

Many people had difficulty getting tickets. Having worked my way through college working as a scalper, I did not have so much trouble. We may have extra tickets that I will sell at FACE VALUE (believe me I'm a long way from college!) if my pals decide they don't want them. What hotel are people sta...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 11:31 am
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: Wrigleyville Area
Replies: 49
Views: 4586

Re: Wrigleyville Area

I'm coming in for the Labor Day show. How is parking around the field? Is it best to get one of the near hotels and hop a bus to the field? Thanks! You could consider getting a hotel out near O'Hare, leaving your car there, and taking the blue line out to the show. The blue line runs 24/7, and all ...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 21, 2005 11:15 am
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: Wrigleyville Area
Replies: 49
Views: 4586

Just a guess here, but if it means the CTA could make some extra bucks with the increased traffic, they might run a few extra trains those days. Don't count on it...the service cuts are partially to save money, but mostly they're trying to extort money from the state. They've already refused to inc...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 20, 2005 1:15 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: Wrigleyville Area
Replies: 49
Views: 4586

I'm a big fan of Murphy's Bleachers...it's got a ton of outdoor space, bars scattered throughout, and a stand in the middle that sells stadium hotdogs, polish sausages, burgers, etc.. Since it's across the street from Wrigley's bleacher gate (gate N, I believe), it shouldn't be as crowded before/aft...
by TheWindyCityParrotHead
April 20, 2005 1:13 pm
Forum: Jimmy Buffett Discussion
Topic: Wrigleyville Area
Replies: 49
Views: 4586

What's bartime in Chicago anyway ...anyone know? Sure thing - bars generally open at 11am (some open later by choice, but I think 11am is the earliest allowed by city law). Sunday-Friday, most bars close at 2am. The ones that have late-night licenses close at 4am. On Saturday nights, the "2am ...