June 17th Chicago roll call

[watchtower41]

My friend is going to this show and will already be in Chicago that day. His wife is flying into O'Hare arriving at 8:30pm. What is the quickest way for her to get to the venue, she won't have any luggage with her. Do you suggest a cab or train  or...? They're cutting it close but hoping it can be done. They have awesome seats (thanks to Caseydog!)

So if doors open at 7:30, so DMM would go on at 8-8:45, MMJ would most likely come on at 9/9:15? Is this right?

thanks for your help!

I think doors are 6:30

I show the concert beginning at 7:30, and I would guess MMJ would go on anywhere between 8:30-8:50?

You should definitely cab it from O'Hare.  The traffic *shouldn't* be too bad going into the city at that point, it's gonna cost $30, but should only take 20-25 minutes

[Penny Lane]

My friend is going to this show and will already be in Chicago that day. His wife is flying into O'Hare arriving at 8:30pm. What is the quickest way for her to get to the venue, she won't have any luggage with her. Do you suggest a cab or train  or...? They're cutting it close but hoping it can be done. They have awesome seats (thanks to Caseydog!)

So if doors open at 7:30, so DMM would go on at 8-8:45, MMJ would most likely come on at 9/9:15? Is this right?

thanks for your help!

I think doors are 6:30

I show the concert beginning at 7:30, and I would guess MMJ would go on anywhere between 8:30-8:50?

You should definitely cab it from O'Hare.  The traffic *shouldn't* be too bad going into the city at that point, it's gonna cost $30, but should only take 20-25 minutes

gotcha! gracias!

[Crispy]

My friend is going to this show and will already be in Chicago that day. His wife is flying into O'Hare arriving at 8:30pm. What is the quickest way for her to get to the venue, she won't have any luggage with her. Do you suggest a cab or train  or...? They're cutting it close but hoping it can be done. They have awesome seats (thanks to Caseydog!)

So if doors open at 7:30, so DMM would go on at 8-8:45, MMJ would most likely come on at 9/9:15? Is this right?

thanks for your help!

I think doors are 6:30

I show the concert beginning at 7:30, and I would guess MMJ would go on anywhere between 8:30-8:50?

You should definitely cab it from O'Hare.  The traffic *shouldn't* be too bad going into the city at that point, it's gonna cost $30, but should only take 20-25 minutes

What's wrong with taking the Blue line from O'Hare? I guess it would be slower, but it would be cheaper and eliminate the possibility of getting stuck in traffic.

[watchtower41]

The Blue line would be fine under normal circumstances, but they are basically landing like 10 minutes before MMJ takes the stage. If I were them, I would want to haul ass to Auditorium as quick as possible. I love the El, but it can be slow, and if you don't where you are going, it can also be confusing.  Traffic should be easy skankin at 8:30, grab a cab and get there!

[Crispy]

The Blue line would be fine under normal circumstances, but they are basically landing like 10 minutes before MMJ takes the stage. If I were them, I would want to haul ass to Auditorium as quick as possible. I love the El, but it can be slow, and if you don't where you are going, it can also be confusing.  Traffic should be easy skankin at 8:30, grab a cab and get there!

I hear that -- I'm just a notorious cheapskate, and Blue Line to Jackson's about as easy as it gets. If it was me, though, I'd be changing flights, and damn the $150 fee!  ;D

[ALady]

Yeah, she's gonna be cutting it close no matter what.  Traffic coming into the city can be a little sketchy on Fridays, but I'd still recommend a cab over the train, especially for someone who's not super familiar with the CTA.

I just realized I get to see Crispy on Friday. 

[Crispy]

I just realized I get to see Crispy on Friday. 

Awww - I get to see YOU!!  :D Can't wait! You got fundraiser duties for me yet?

[kydiddle]

I just realized I get to see Crispy on Friday. 

Awww - I get to see YOU!!  :D Can't wait! You got fundraiser duties for me yet?

Aw. You guys are making me teary-eyed. I loooooove that so many of the 10th Avenue 10 have been able to see each other since T5. Awesome. 

[stevep]

WXRT is doing a Live Concert Webcast of the show starting at 8:30 PM CT

[EdVedd]

So my buddies and I planned a trip to Chicago back in Feb since I've always wanted to see the city and to finally get to Wrigley Field. As awesome as fate can be, I checked MMJ's tour schedule the other day and....HOLY SHIT...they are in Chicago the same day I am.

First thing is first...if anyone has an extra please e-mail me. I'm the only MMJ fan in the group (perhaps I need to get new friends!) so I'll be riding solo and just need to get in the door. I went the Stubhub route and they only have 2 or more tickets available. My next step is Craigslist or wait until tomorrow night to pick up a single.

Also since I don't know the area at all, is there a bar nearby that would be good to grab a bit to eat and a beer before the show?

Thanks in advance and very much looking forward to the show!

[Crispy]

Good luck with your ticket quest -- you might look here.

Kasey's Tavern is where we're meeting up, as determined earlier in this thread, and there's another thread about the fundraiser going on there, but I can't find it.

[ALady]

I also need a ticket for tomorrow if anyone wants to go splitsies.

[DaFunkyPrecedent]

I just pulled some strings and got 2 tickets.  Can't fuckin' wait.  Bonnaroo -> Chicago -> Red Rocks = Good Jacket Summer.

[LUJAC]

My brother just got Center row Q from ticket master i have a feeling that they released the tickets  from the peope (ie scalpers)who couldn't pick up at will call.

[e_wind]

chicago friends, what area of town is a good place to book a hotel that isnt loop/grant park. i wanna be able to easily reach the venue via train, for a slightly better price. if it doesnt exist i'll go how i always do with the bestwestern at grant park

[aMillionDreams]

Hey guys, I'm getting ready to hit the road and I'm pumped!  I think we're going to start out at Goose Island to have a pint with their brewmasters but hopefully we'll make it to the preshow meetup in time to see all you peeps!  Also going to Three Floyds the next day for lunch if anyone wants to come along. Be safe, Go nuts, and say hi if you see me!  I'm hard to miss, Reds hat, big beard, wearing Choder's clockarms shirt.

[DaFunkyPrecedent]

Doors 6:30
DMM: 7:30
MMJ: 8:30

See all ya'll thur

[darkglow]

Hey guys, I'm getting ready to hit the road and I'm pumped!  I think we're going to start out at Goose Island to have a pint with their brewmasters but hopefully we'll make it to the preshow meetup in time to see all you peeps!  Also going to Three Floyds the next day for lunch if anyone wants to come along. Be safe, Go nuts, and say hi if you see me!  I'm hard to miss, Reds hat, big beard, wearing Choder's clockarms shirt.

that has become your MMJ concert costume.. even on halloween that's what you wore!

i think you might get booed out of the stadium in Denver if you wear that Cincy hat, though.

[littleacorn]

Afterparty??? Me and my girlfriend are heading to kumas corner afterwards.  Where y'all headwd?