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College baseball: Pioneers rained out in OAC tourney
The second day of the 2013 Ohio Athletic Conference Baseball Tournament was a near washout after the second and third games of the day were postponed.
The University of Mount Union defeated Otterbein University 4-2 in the morning winner's bracket game before the rains set in for the remainder of the day. The game between John Carroll University and Marietta College is slated to start at 11 a.m. Saturday.
The winner of the 11 a.m. game will face Otterbein at 2 p.m. Mount Union, undefeated at 2-0 in the tournament, will wait for the winner of the 2 p.m. game.
If either Marietta or John Carroll defeats Otterbein at 2 p.m. the championship game against Mount Union will be at noon on Sunday. If needed, game seven would be played at 3 p.m.
If Otterbein wins the 2 p.m. game on Saturday, the Cardinals would then face Mount Union at 5 p.m. If needed, the final game would be played at noon on Sunday.
Earlier Friday, Mount Union junior Jeff Bennett hit a pinch hit three-run walk off home run as the No. 3 seed Purple Raiders defeated No. 4 seed Otterbein, 4-2 in the semifinals of the Ohio Athletic Conference Baseball Tournament.
It was Bennett's first home run of the season and it sends Mount Union (22-16) into Sunday's championship round for the first time since 2002. The Purple Raiders, who won their only tournament title in 1970, are in the title game for the fourth time in school history.
Mount Union trailed 2-1 heading into the ninth as Anthony Morino led off the inning with a single up the middle. Justin Jakubik then tried to bunt him over but it turned into an infield single when the pitcher fell down. After an out, Bennett stepped in and sent the 1-2 pitch over the left field wall for the game winner.
Jakubik and Ricky Olasz each had two hits for the Raiders.
Ryan Sason allowed just one hit over the final 2.1 innings to pick up the win while Sam Clarke had a strong start allowing two runs over the first 6.2 innings.
Otterbein (25-16) closer Dominic Porretta took the loss and it spoiled a brilliant start from starter Wes Meadows, who held Mount Union to a run on five hits over the first seven innings.


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Dodgers Clinch Playoff Berth. Magic Number: 2
The Dodgers clinched a postseason berth for the third time in four years with an 8-4 comeback win over the Pirates!
Randy Wolf was on the mound but he did not get the win. He was winning when he left the game so yet another no-decision by Randy. That was no-decision #16 for Randy but you know what? That is OK, the team won!
Did you all know that Randy Wolf has never been to the playoffs?? He was interviewed and he said he is happy that this time he will not be at home watching it. Ahhhh..
Randy left the following teams after they made the playoffs: Padres, Astros, Dodgers, Phillies.
Randy is hungry like a wolf! haha, now I want to sing that song.
Congratulations to Randy and the Dodgers!
Magic Number is …..
Here is Tommy now standing next to his portrait at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington unveiled last week.
"Somebody out there asked me what's next for you?" Lasorda said. "I said, 'heaven.' "
This morning I got an email that my playoff tickets have been shipped with a two day delivery! Woohoo! I put my aunt on alert to receive the package.
My friend LTD23 and I will be in San Diego for the final two road game! It is fitting that we close the series there since we went to the Opening series, the setup series and now the closer series in San Diego! I made the hotel reservation for one night, LTD23 got tickets for Wednesday but we still need tickets for Tuesday. Are you reading this LTD23? haha.
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I'm reading Emma! Go Dodgers! I'm hoping the Dodgers clinch tomorrow bc I can't watch from work on Monday!
You are right! I can't watch from work either. The best I can do is hear it on MLB Audio, work and silently get excited although there have been times when I forget where I am at. Tomorrow will be better or else they better wait for Tuesday! haha, I put the "are you reading? to mimick Jaime Jarrin when he announces the attendance and tells Fernando Valenzuela who takes off after the 7th "me estas escuchando Fernando" "are you listening Fernando?" Jaime likes to brag when he comes closest to guessing the attendance.
Wow, Emma!! Playoff tickets! That's wonderful! I am very jealous–I've never been to a playoff game. But if I find watching so magical, I can't even begin to imagine how it is in person. Nice to see that Wolf will be living his dreams.
Congrats to the Dodgers for securing another trip to the playoffs! Now it's on to winning the division title again. Great job by the boys in Dodger blue!
Just now in the top of the 3rd in Game 3 against the Pirates: O-dog with a single, Kershaw bunts him to 2nd, Furcal drives him in with a single he stretches to a double on the throw. More of that please. This is the kind of stuff the Dodgers need to work on in the next 7 games to get ready for the playoffs.
We're In! How about 2 Divisions in a row! Not since 77 and 78.. . I hope we go deep into the playoffs. I love this time of year!
I hope soon you will be going to a playoff game. Opening days and playoffs are the best. You can feel the excitment at the stadium. Me too Elizabeth, so glad that Wolfie is finally will be in the playoffs.
Thanks Jane. I know you are happy for the boys inBlue and for Joe Torre.
perfect execution there. I was reading some interesting observations on Loney and the way he stands at the plate that I am paying more attention to his batting stance.
Is the best time of the year! Interesting about 77-78. Djwriter on another forum said the following:
//Saturday was the 167th day the Dodgers have been in first place, the most in any season since 1977 (175 days)//
I should have my Martinelli's Apple Cider chilled for the Ce-le-bra-tion!!
Emma: Congrats to your Dodgers! I hope I get to see them play my Yanks in the World Series. I want to see Andre in action! I hope you and your friend have a great time in the POSTSEASON GAMES!!! AAAHH!!!
PS: I sent you a friend request on Facebook!
Thanks! I am rooting for a Dodgers Yankees World Series!
Glad you mentioned FB, as I tend to forget to look to the right for requests.
yeah, Broxton just had a bad day and like you said, he is human aferall. I won't be able to watch Monday. Can't leave early Monday having to ask for vacation days for Tues and Wed to go to San Diego. Now on to watch Colorado. Score 4-3 Colorado. Time to start the mlb audio.
Well, it turns out Broxton is human still afterall. I guess we wait and see how things go in Colorado. Part of me wants the Rockies to win so that the Dodgers can clinch the West with a win tomorrow like they did last night. But I won't be too upset if the Rockies do tank.
Hi Emma, congraturations to your Dodgers!
(I am very much impressed to see the portrait of Tomy Lasorda here. His name always reminds me of Hideo Nomo, my favorite pitcher.)
Copngrats to the Dodgers for cliching a play off berth and by the time lunch time rolls around on the west coast your guys should have clinched the division too… celebrations will start early out there i bet…:-)
Outside the Phillies Looking In
I still have a Hideo Nomo t-shirt although is getting old, Is a favorite of mine. We have so many good memories wtih Hideo Nomo.
I should have brought my Martinelli apple cider to celebrate. I am getting ready to listen to the game while I work. Lots to do since I will be in San Diego for the next two days.
Congrats! I suspect your guys will clinch the division tonight!
The game was a breakfast/luch special but the Pirates said "No soup for you." I am hoping it happens in San Diego.

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- 1 For Current Volunteers
- 2 Cultural Differences and a Diverse Corps
- 2.1 Possible Issues for Female Volunteers
- 2.2 Possible Issues for Volunteers of Color
- 2.3 Possible Issues for Senior Volunteers
- 2.4 Possible Issues for Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Volunteers
- 2.5 Possible Religious Issues for Volunteers
- 2.6 Possible Issues for Volunteers with Disabilities
- 2.7 Possible Issues for Married Volunteers
- 3 For Invitees
For Current Volunteers
Who We Are
Volunteers Supporting Volunteers (VSV) is a group of China PCVs who make themselves available to speak confidentially with volunteers who may be feeling stress with their assignment, relationships, or daily living in China. We seek to develop a climate of helping among PCVs to ensure that everyone feels supported, everyone has someone to talk to, and everyone understands what resources are available for them.
Our goals are to develop a culture of helping among PCVs in China, provide support for and reflect a diverse corps, and actively reach out to volunteers so they are aware of our network and available mental health resources.
If you are a current volunteer or have been invited to volunteer in China, feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns (pcchina.vsv at gmail.com).
Tips on Staying Happy and Healthy in China
Go out. Talk to people. Find a way to speak Chinese. Make yourself understood. Exercise. Breathe. Do yoga. Meditate. Find a gym. Go running. Find a spot of nature. Use the air and water purifiers. Drink a latte. If the sun comes out, sit in it. Cook. Learn something new. See something new. Get your nails done. Play ping pong. Play basketball. Get a massage. Make a plan with a student. Write in your journal. Call or Skype home. Ask a friend to join you on a walk. Make friends with someone who speaks English. Take a weekend trip. Dance in the park. Call a VSV-er to shoot the breeze or just blurt it all out. Remember you're not alone having a bad day. You'll feel better. Promise.
Useful Mental Health Links
Check out these graphs of the phases of first year teaching adjustment and the phases of culture shock. They might make you feel more normal.
Mental Health America's 10 Tips for Staying Happy. They say they are for "older" people, but they are good reminders for everybody. [1]
Basic Yoga Sequences [2]
Bill Withers' "Lovely Day" always makes things better. [3]
Do jigsaw puzzles on line. [4]
Read witty faux news articles. [5]
Plan a getaway or find out where other PCVs have gons. [6]
Cultural Differences and a Diverse Corps
We know that things can be hard or different in China based on general cultural differences as well as who you are and represent individually. VSV believes that the more diverse our volunteer force the stronger we are, and consequently, we want to make sure that everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. As part of our work maintaining a culture of helping among China PCVs, we want to make sure that all PCVs are aware of the diversity of experiences volunteers have in China. We have gathered observations from volunteers and posted the amalgamation of views in the third-person prose below. Furthermore, we compiled some anecdotes from China PCVs. We can also put you in touch with a volunteer who might be facing similar issues as you while serving in China.
Possible Issues for Female Volunteers
While living with host families, female volunteers may face different expectations with regard to behavior. Host parents may expect female volunteers to return home earlier and ask more questions about a female volunteer's plans than a male volunteer's. While the revolution may have elevated the position of women and it is common to see female manual laborers, there seems to be a general glass ceiling, especially in government, and the opinions of women are often not listened to as closely as those of men. Much of the banquet culture in China encourages drinking. Women may face less pressure to drink than men. In general, street crime is not very common. A woman should take normal precautions when out at night or by herself. Check out this link to read more from a female volunteer's perspective.
Possible Issues for Volunteers of Color
Westerners are generally perceived to be white in the eyes of many Chinese. Although, host country nationals recognize that the United States is a diverse country, they are often surprised when they first meet a volunteer of color and may question their "realness". Asian Americans may be able to visually assimilate in ways that are not often available in the United States, but they may face the same language or cultural difficulties as other volunteers. Volunteers of color, having lived as a minority in the United States, however, may experience less difficulty than a white volunteer when it comes to adapting in a foreign culture.
Possible Issues for Senior Volunteers
Senior volunteers often benefit from the cultural respect offered to older people in China. This manifests itself in being offered a seat on the bus or being sought out as a confidant to your students. Often grandparents are seen caring for their grandchildren and older Chinese women often participate in public dancing and tai chi exercises in public spaces, offering opportunities to connect cross culturally. Some older volunteers find it more difficult to learn Chinese than younger volunteers.
Possible Issues for Gay, Lesbian, or Bisexual Volunteers
Host country nationals may stigmatize homosexuals in their community. Notably, Homosocial behavior in China is quite different than in the US, as same sex friends and classmates often cuddle in class and walk more intimately than many Americans. That being said, despite having been "out" in the United States, volunteers may feel pressure to live more "in" than "out" while in China. In the end, this is a decision each volunteer will make for her/his self. Lesbians may be asked questions about boyfriends, marriage, and children (as do all women) more often than in the United States. In major cities, most notably Chengdu, because Peace Corps is headquartered there, a LGBT social scene exists. VSV can put LGBT volunteers in touch with currently or formerly serving LGBT volunteers, and the Peace Corps office can direct volunteers to other local resources.
Possible Religious Issues for Volunteers
China is officially an atheist state and attempts at conversion are illegal. That being said there are a lot of western missionaries in China, and Chinese Christian populations are increasing. Members of a few minorities practice Islam and some people are practicing Buddhists. Most Westerners are assumed to be practicing Christians, which may offer some uncomfortable moments when Christmas rolls around for non-believers, non-practicing Christians, and members of other religious faiths. The Christian church in China has at least three types -- Catholic Christian, Evangelical Christian, and house churches. In large cities it may be easy to find an international service, often in a private home. If you wish to participate in worship services, your school may be a bit nervous and ask you not to take students with you or discuss religion with your students. Unlike in the US, where many things stop or slow down on Sundays, Sunday is just like any other day in China. Consequently, you may be asked to participate in activities on Sundays with more frequency than in the United States.
Possible Issues for Volunteers with Disabilities
Peace Corps deemed all those who have been invited to China to be able to make do in this environment. That being said, China can be a more difficult environment in which to live. Many buildings have stairs and not elevators, and in major cities many large streets have over and underpasses that require walking up and down stairs. Most public places and many volunteer apartments have squat toilets. Bus seats, brooms, countertops, and stools, may cause some discomfort for people larger than the average host country national. Air quality can be bad and skies can be grayer for longer than most Americans are accustomed. The Medical Office and Program staff will work with you to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
Possible Issues for Married Volunteers
Despite the normal stresses and strains of any marriage, serving in the Peace Corps with your partner offers an opportunity to share new experiences with a person who knows you well. Once placed, married couples share an apartment and often teach at the same school site. They benefit from having someone available 24/7 to support and encourage them. Conversely, couples may experience competitiveness or frustration because one person is learning the language or adapting culturally more quickly. Students enjoy the fact that volunteers placed together are a couple, especially as many of them are embarking on or thinking about embarking on their first romantic relationships. Being a married couple may make you more sought after by other couples on the campus, particularly among the teachers. Sometimes, however, being a couple means that the campus community is less worried about you and leaves you alone more, for good or for bad.
For Invitees
VSV responds to your questions: FAQS from the China Volunteer Perspective
General China FAQs: FAQs about Peace Corps in China
Volunteer Annotations to the PC Packing List: Packing List
Site Descriptions
Peace Corps has many sites in 4 provinces (Chongqing, Gansu, Guizhou, and Sichuan). Nearly all China PCVs teach university level English and live in college owned apartment buildings that are home to other college workers. Because many schools are building campuses on the periphery of cities, some volunteers live in the city center and commute to their campuses to teach. Others live within walking distance to their classroom buildings in the city center or on the grounds of the campus outside the city limits.
The purpose of these personal descriptions is to give you a general feel of several different sites and how volunteers make their lives there. Generally speaking, foreigners are notable in most sites. This translates into stares, random shouts of "hello", and being called "laowai" as you pass. PCVs receive the same, or very similar, living allowances. This means that those living in larger cities face more temptation and perhaps spend more of their money on entertainment and western amenities.
Chongqing Province
Fuling: My site placement is in Fuling, Chongqing or more famously referred to as "River Town" via Peter Hessler's award winning novel. Fuling is a great site, the community is very friendly and the staff and students really need you and will do all they can to make you happy and comfortable. That said, it is a small town, and one that was closed off for many years and there is still a lot of dubiety regarding foreigners, which means a lot of stares and curiosity: this is all part of daily life.
Yongchuan: My husband and I teach mostly oral English in Yongchuan, a "small" city of about 300,000. Yongchuan has convenient transportation, lots of developments, and fairly clean air, though sitings of the moon are rare since the sky is most often cloudy. We think being a couple and being our age (67) has helped us make lots of connections in our community, including church and tai ji class. We are non-threatening and approachable; every bus ride is a relational adventure. As all of Chongqing, in the summer it is HOT; the winters are damp and chilly, settling around 40 degrees F. Fresh fruits and vegetables abound; you will love the outdoor markets. Dont' worry about the hot, spicy food; restaurants can cook very tasty non-spicy food on request. Just learn how to say "bu yao la jiao."
Gansu Province
Zhangye: I live in Zhangye, Gansu, the northernmost assignment. It's a small city of about 250,000 and seems both larger and smaller than that number at different times. I have three awesome sitemates and a lot of amazing scenery. The Gobi Desert, Mati Si (Buddhist mountain temples) and Danxia Di Mao (painted rocks world heritage site) are all within a day's bike ride, albeit some long ones. I teach at the local medical college with one of my sitemates, while the other two volunteers teach at the larger Hexi University. I have had nothing but good experiences here and highly recommend this region. It is remote though and a 27-hour train trip to Chengdu. Money goes further here, but there are far fewer things to spend it on.
Dingxi I am in a small town in Gansu province, teaching at a small college. I have one sitemate. We are the only foreigners here. The air is extremely dry, desert-like. The terrain is very barren. It gets quite cold in the winter,but we do have great heat which gets turned on around November 1. In my town there are no western foods or groceries available at all. There are some western food restaurants and some western food supplies sold in Lanzhou, about two hours away by bus.
Guizhou Province
Guiyang (贵阳): Guiyang is the capital of Guizhou province in southwest China. About ten volunteers are placed in and around the city. Some live right downtown and can frequent Walmart on a regular basis. Others live a 45 minute bus ride or so away. In Guiyang you can find the basic foreign essentials (butter, coffee shops, Pizza Hut) if you so desire. Some of the volunteers who live in the city have to take buses to their campus outside of the city. Others live and work in the city. Those who live in the suburbs live on college campuses. Everyone lives in apartment buildings with other university/college workers.
Kaili (凯里): Kaili is a small city in rural Guizhou--- close enough to the Guizhou capital of Guiyang that I can travel there and visit with PCVs, but I'm also happy enough here to spend weekends in Kaili with my sitemate or my students. The mountains in the area are gorgeous, and if you travel even just a half hour outside the city you feel like you've traveled back in time: people in rural Guizhou villages still make their own rice-wine, plough their fields with oxen, and celebrate their traditions through singing and dancing.
XingYi: My site mate and I are in a small city in South West Guizhou province, right by the Yunnan border. The weather is comfortable, it is never too hot or too cold. The surrounding country side is gorgeous, we have a place called 10,000 peaks (with mountains that go on for ages) and another place called Maling Gorge (with 100's of waterfalls.) One of my favorite parts of Guizhou is the rich culture. There are about 56 minority groups in China, and 18 have made their home in this province. There are only 3 foreigners in the whole city. That being said, we get a lot of attention. The local people are very curious about us, some of them have never met a foreigner before. The city is located roughly 6 hours from Guiyang, the provincial capital, and isn't as westernized as some other PC China sites. Some staples of westernization, such as American fast-food establishments and supermarkets (read: KFC and Walmart) haven't yet reached the city. A train station allows quick travel to neighboring Yunnan and Guangxi provinces, but as of early 2010 no railway exists to Guiyang. Chengdu is roughly 19-24 hours away by train and bus, dependent on layovers and ticket availability.
Sichuan Province
NeiJiang: NeiJiang a small city in Sichuan, about 2 hours from Chengdu and Chongqing City. The population is about 500,000 in the downtown area and 6 million in the county. Most of the students come from laborer and farmer families from around SiChuan, and their level ranges, but hovers around average. For me, the size and location worked out well for what I like. My campus is across the river from the downtown area, so its nice to be a little away from the hectic traffic but still close enough to get there whenever I want. My sitemate and I are 2 of the 6 foreigners in the city, so people are generally really curious about us. My school has been with Peace Corps now for several years so we have a good reputation with the staff and the students. There are two volunteers here with one rotating in and out every year, so whoever the new volunteer is has someone who can show them the ropes.
Mianyang: Approximately three hours north of Chengdu (Sichuan province), Mianyang is a medium size (+/-600,000) town that is primarily known for being a center of technical and electronic research/production. The current PCV is placed at the local teacher-training university on the west-side of the town.
Xindu (Suburb of Chengdu): Although my site is technically in Chengdu, it takes a couple hours to get downtown, and in most ways, I'm thankful for this. I was originally thinking I wanted to go to a smaller town, but now I have small town comfort with big city convenience and excitement available on weekends. The best thing about my town in The Village. This is the area right outside the school gate that sells fruit, vegetables, and dozens of kinds of street food from dawn til midnight. There are small convenience stores, clothing shops, restaurants, tea houses, sports stories--and all within the student (and PCV!) budget. I'm the first volunteer at my site, although there are three other foreign teachers here (two Americans, one Russian). The campus is characterized by colossal, grey Soviet-style architecture and traditional Chinese landscaping (think flowering trees and man-made lakes lined with willows and walking paths). The facilities are pretty modern and comfortable (lots of multimedia classrooms available; no white boards though), and the students seem to have more fashionable clothes than I do. Also, my apartment is great: two spacious rooms with fake hard wood floors, an AC/heating unit, small balcony, cute kitchen, washing machine, and Western toilet. In these superficial ways, my site doesn't feel very Peace Corps. However, when I started teaching, I see why this school needs volunteers. It hasn't figured out how to attract quality teachers, and the kids' learning has suffered as a result. In my first year, I already feel like I've made an impact at the school. In fact, there's a rumor another volunteer could be coming this fall... maybe I'll see you then!


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Sports Physicals, Sudden Death, and Chiropractors
A correspondent sent me a link to an article about the decision of the Wichita Falls (Texas) Independent School District to recommend that chiropractors be allowed to give sports physicals to junior high and high school students. Current policy limits examiners to physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. Adding chiropractors to this list would bring the district in line with policies in the rest of Texas, as well as in some other states. And it would "give parents more options."
I've written about the attempts of some chiropractors to assume the role of family doctors and why I think it is a terrible idea. The idea of allowing them to do sports physicals impresses me as somewhat less terrible, but not by very much.
The Reasons for Requiring Sports Physicals
The goals of the Pre-participation Athletic Exam (PAE) include:
- To identify athletes who should not participate because of high risk of injury or death
- To identify those who require further evaluation or treatment so they can participate safely
- To identify conditions that do not affect athletic participation but that should be treated
- To possibly identify those at risk for substance abuse, depression, violence, etc.
- To provide preventive health advice
- To satisfy legal requirements. (more…)
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: White Lancaster Cribs
Units: About 575
Manufacturer: Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firm appears to no longer conduct day to day operations.)
Hazard: The white paint on the cribs can chip, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: Simplicity Inc. has received four reports of consumers who noticed paint peeling off their crib. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled cribs are made of wood and painted white. Model numbers 8554W-PT and 8554WW are printed inside the headboard and on the envelope attached to the mattress support. The Simplicity name, address, manufacturing date and model number are written on a label found on the inside bottom of the headboard.
Sold at: Department stores, Children's product stores and Target.com from June 2004 through April 2005 for about $200.
Manufactured in: Indonesia
Remedy: Consumers should contact Simplicity Inc. to receive a refund.
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What I Mean When I Talk About the Cardinals
Dizzy Dean. Stan Musial. Bob Gibson. Ozzie Smith. Albert Pujols. Some of those names still strike fear in the heart of Tigers' fans. And for good reason. Gibson almost single-handedly won the 1968 World Series for the Cards. Dizzy Dean pretty much did several years earlier. And Albert Pujols? Well, whether I like it or not there's no denying that he is the most dominant force in the game today.
Interleague play has kind of done away with the idea of a true AL-NL rivalry but for teams that may not share a city, a state or a league, Detroit and St. Louis have created a memorable rivalry. The sad fact of the matter, though, is that the Tigers usually come out on the losing end of that competition. Somehow the Cards just find a way to win the close games and the games that matter.
The most recent meaningful matchup, the 2006 World Series, had the Tigers almost all but certain to blow away the lowly Cards who limped into the playoffs barely over .500. But just like they had done all season, the Cards found a way to win and walked off with the real hardware when it was all said and done.
I guess what I'm trying to say is this. Jeff, I know this is late but your team won and proved again that when it matters, be it the World Series or an interleague series, you have the better team. So here it is, the picture I promised. I won't say I'm proud of it but I will say that I'm good on my word.
I will be away for the next couple weeks. I may pop in from time to time as I can but be nice to Jeff as he holds down the fort. And don't forget to send us your filibuster questions!
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That will NOT be me in a Yankees hat…that will not be me in Yankees hat….that will not…..You get the picture!
That sure looks like some makeshift Cardinals gear there, Allen. But I guess the bet didn't specify the quality or authenticness of the gear. ;^)
Jeff – Remember to insert a quality/quantity clause in the next bet…I think we were all expecting a real Cards jersey/tshirt and a real Cards cap…not a red cap with what looks to be the back of a coaster with a painted on SL stuck to it.
Even I love Albert….he is awesome! Just want to give him a hug :O)
Jonestein, you ain't a kiddin'. I will have a follow-up/slam here later today. He'll rue the day!
No matter how make shift it looks, Red suits you Allen, maybe you should think about giving your undying devotion to the Cards.🙂 Well, maybe not that extreme, although I'm glad you wore a tie that matches!
Allen, how much did you pay that guy to put on the hat and sit in your chair?


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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Burr Ridge
After four years of planning and construction, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant opened in 2005 in Orland Park, a south suburb of Chicago. The concept was unique. We would create a signature menu with a selection of dishes designed to pair perfectly with our own Cooper's Hawk wines, made in our own private winery. With sophisticated food and exceptional wines, our concept was born. The Cooper's Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Each Cooper's Hawk location is distinctive in layout and décor, but carries the same warmth and elegance that guests have come to expect.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Ice Cream parlor specializing in homemade hard ice creams, also homemade cookies, brownies, etc.
Connolly's is a fun, family-owned Irish Pub that seeks to embrace the classic traditions and cultural elements found in Irish pubs both in America and the Emerald Isle. With a menu that brings Irish food to the new millennium - a careful blend of feeling good and eating well - and an atmosphere that feels like an extension of the proprietor's living room, Connolly's is a vibrant eatery in the heart of Oak Park.
CITY:Oak Park
Good times-great food! For over 45 years making Chicago's most famous pizza. Salads, sandwiches, pasta and much more.
ComedySportz Theatre - Chicago
ComedySportz is the longest running short-form improv show in Chicago. Now in our 25th year! It's not stand-up comedy about sports...it's improv comedy played as a sport! We're also known for corporate training and corporate entertainment, improv classes and as a great place for any group celebrating a special occasion. If you like great comedy improvisation, visit our theater, the ComedySportz Theatre.
Columbus Tap offers a quintessential tap house experience, masterfully blending sophisticated offerings with neighborhood charm. Located inside the AAA Four-Diamond Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park and offers guests a modern gastropub experience in the heart of Chicago.
For romantic dining or an outing with friends, Coco restaurant serves a satisfying Puerto Rican menu in an up-scale, comfortable setting. Known for its funky modern art and unique structural design, Coco has become a major local hangout for young, multi-lingual crowds on Division Street. The restaurant offers a mix of traditional and modern Spanish dishes which includes a tasty Coconut-Crusted Shrimp, their famous Mofongo shrimp and chicken dish, and a Coconut Flan.
With its country cooking and open-air ambiance, capture the playful feel of a cafe in the hills of Tuscany. Showcasing grilled meat and fish, pastas and salads. Daily 11:30am-11pm.
Serving authentic regional Italian cuisine. Chef Tony Priolo prepares pasta, meat and fish specials. Extensive wine list. L: Mon.-Fri. 11:30am-2:30pm; D: Mon.-Sat. 5:30pm-10:30pm; Sun. 5pm-10pm.
Cocktail, is one of the most inviting playful bars & restaurants in Lakeview, appealing to a broad-based clientele that is short on attitude and long on fun. Its two attractive bars (cocktail & garden bar) feature black crystal chandeliers, onyx-lit bar tops and a swank sidewalk café, known as the gardens. Cocktail is the perfect place to sip libations, enjoy great food and converse with friends, both old and new. Cocktail offers daily drink specials featuring djs that deliver the best music on Halsted!
Since 2006, Cobra Lounge has been Chicago's best kept secret for showcasing regional underground and emerging music talent. National touring bands choose to play Cobra Lounge for its dynamic sound, intimate feel and unpretentious attitude. Located next door to Union Park in Chicago, Cobra Lounge is an official host venue for many of Chicago's premier summer and fall outdoor music festivals including Riot Fest & Carnival in September. The vibe here is pure Rock & Roll mixed with freshly prepared food, great hospitality and a live energy that is uniquely Cobra Lounge Chicago.
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Features the traditions and trends of American favorites in a country club setting. Offering three private rooms, featuring seasonal specialties and combinations of regional flavors.
CITY:Oak Brook
This south suburban gay club features DJ-driven dancing, karaoke and monthly drag shows.
CITY:Blue Island
At CityGate Grille, you can enjoy Mediterranean influenced cuisine, perfectly paired with your choice of one of our many incredible wines or specialty drinks. Satisfaction has never had such style.
We take our inspiration from the 18th century tavern. Our chef has created a menu that takes a modern spin on some classic tavern recipes.
Cite Elegant Dining at the Top of Lake Point Tower
French-American cuisine with spectacular views; 360-degree panoramic views with impeccable service and delectable cuisine.
With seasonal freshness reflected in both food and drink, the rooftop dons the relaxed ambience of a Great Lakes beach house with a view. Executive Chef Christian Ragano, creator of Glencoe's much loved Guildhall, and former Chef de Cuisine at NoMi, joins forces with renowned Spirit Guide and alumni of The Violet Hour, Nandini Khaund, to bring classic comfort and culinary invention via large format style dining over cocktails and apothecaries. Open for lunch, dinner, cocktails and weekend brunch.
Ciazza features American fare and a mix of Mediterranean favorites paired with wine and cocktails. A relaxing environment welcomes guests and diners.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Restaurant specializing in BBQ, Gourmet Mexican & Cajun. Party Room and eat-in lounge also available.
Chocolate Buffet at The Peninsula Hotel Chicago
The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago offers its Chocolate Bar from 8 p.m.- midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, an all-you-can-eat chocolate buffet features between 10 and 15 high-end confections, including cinnamon truffles, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chocolate pot de crème, plus beverages like lavender-scented white chocolate cocoa and more.
Chilam Balam is a sustainably minded BYOB restaurant serving Mexican shared plates with a farm fresh twist.
Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant
Since 1999, Chief O'Neill's has had the privilege of serving Chicagoland as well as many people from around the world. A Pub, Restaurant and Banquet facility with a majestic garden area and private rooms for you to choose from when hosting your next event.
Chicago's own Chinatown features beautiful Chinese-style buildings, as well as exotic dining and shopping experiences that have made the neighborhood a popular destination for visitors and locals alike.
When it comes to steaks, Chicago has much more than the sizzle, it's got the meat. Guests on this tour will get the sizzle, the smells and the tastes as they learn about the grand history of steaks in Chicago and go to the great steakhouses that serve them. Chicago Steakhouse Tours is the first excursion of its kind that takes visitors and locals through some of the most historic neighborhoods and to the most iconic steakhouses of Chicago's rich history. Our guests will take a tour through the River North, Gold Coast and Streeterville neighborhoods via luxury bus and stop at three different Chicago steakhouses to sample a prime cut of meat or a signature dish at each establishment. You will get an exclusive look at what makes each individual steakhouse so special while learning not only the secrets of their steak preparation, but stories of some of the world's most famous celebrities that have dined and partied there. Each steakhouse has a unique story of its own with it's own savory flavor.
Chicago St. Pub has been a staple for drinking and dining in downtown joliet for many years now. Known for our excellent menu including: soups, salads, a variety of sandwiches, traditional Irish Fare, daily lunch specials and a wide selection of beer, liqour and wine. In addition to a great menu, the quality of entertainment and special events has made Chicago St. a number one night-time option in recent years. We take pride in the fact that we are Joliet's Premiere Music Venue for Live original Music.
The Chicago Riverwalk trail in downtown Chicago is an easy way to experience the vibrant city while exploring some of its more nature-oriented offerings. This trail is rated as easy, and will take you only 2.5 hours or 4.2 miles round-trip to complete.
Chicago q is modern urban BBq. They take BBq seriously. With Chef/Partner Lee Ann Whippen at the helm, they turn out the best BBq in Chicago.
This bus tour allows visitors to sample four types of Chicago pizza: thin crust, deep dish, stuffed and Neopolitan. Learn about and see Chicago one slice at a time.
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Co.
You can argue what makes Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder so popular is its location across the street from the famed St. Valentine's Day massacre, but ask anyone who has ever eaten here and they will tell it's the pot pie pizza, or perhaps the made from scratch salad dressings or the comfortable environment. Either way, with its famous history, and fantastic food; Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder is a true original.
Like their neighborhood history tours, the Chicago food tours have no upfront costs. All food is chosen and ordered by you. Their guides make recommendations and facilitate ordering, but you have the final say. You choose your own food and pay for it directly. They have planned in 4-5 food shops, including a dessert shop, and sometimes even a tea shop. Each establishment serves up incredibly delicious and inexpensive food served in portions that can be easily divided and shared or singularly devoured. In between the food stops, you'll have time to digest your food as well as digest the history of the neighborhood, as told to you by one of their entertaining and knowledgeable guides.
Take the 3-hour food tasting and cultural walking Chicago tours, which combine delicious food and drink tastings with some serious fun in Chicago's most delicious, off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels, you'll experience delectable foods from one-of-a-kind specialty food stores and ethnic eateries while receiving an insiders view into the culture, history and architecture that defines the Windy City. Walk away with new culinary perspectives, big smiles, satisfied taste buds and the confidence to continue exploring the areas where locals live.
To make their craft spirits, they start with organic grains sourced right here in Illinois. Using family recipes and techniques, they distill in small batches to ensure the best flavors and highest quality possible, every time. Tours are available at their full-service craft distillery in Logan Square to see their unique process in action. Or if you'd prefer, pick up a bottle and taste the difference for yourself.
One of the first vegetarian restaurants in the city offers dishes that include a macrobiotic plate and vegan desserts.
Embark on a culinary adventure to Chicago's finest restaurants. Guests are chauffeured around the city to enjoy hors d'oeuvres served at the first restaurant, the main course at a second restaurant and dessert at a third restaurant.
Chicago Cut Steakhouse has what it takes to make the cut to become a legendary Chicago Steakhouse. From the VIP welcome to the dazzling city views, the prime, dry-aged beef and much-vaunted iPad wine list, the dining room shows off the city at its finest. Out-of-towners will love it, but expect to see a mix of locals. No wonder reservations are virtually mandatory any night of the week; breakfast and lunch are popular, too.
Best Indian and Nepalese cuisine offers dining, delivery, catering, private parties. Delicious food and cocktails. Extensive wine menu.
Famous Chicago steak house featuring prime aged beef and award winning wine list. Piano bar nightly.
Take a fun, educational guided walking and tasting tour of select chocolate shops along the Magnificent Mile or in the Loop. Learn about the history of chocolate and sample chocolate delights on this tasty tour
Chicago Burger Company and CBC Lounge
Located on the scenic Chicago River, this casual burger restaurant boasts the classics! Known as a local favorite, Chicago Burger Company serves juicy all-American beef or turkey burgers, red hot Chicago dogs and salads to name a few. In addition to great food, Chicago Burger Company offers cool shakes, icy blended cocktails and local craft beers.
For over 40 years Chicago Brauhaus has been serving up good cheer in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood. The Chicago Brauhaus offers a friendly Bavarian atmosphere where friends and family of all ages can enjoy a good meal, a stein of cold beer and dance along to the sounds of the world famous Brauhaus Trio. It is always Oktoberfest at the Chicago Brauhaus.
Chez Moi is a unique French bistro in the heart of Lincoln Park. Chef Owner: Dominique Tougne
Cheesecake by James is the best tasting cheesecake in the world as it is known for it's natural ingredients with a unique delicious rich lite taste!
Chatfield's Restaurant, Hyatt Lisle
American cuisine. Casual dress code. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Average cost per meal: $12-15.
Charlie Trotter's is regarded as one of the finest restaurants in the world. For 20 years, the restaurant has dedicated itself to excellence in the culinary arts. Never willing to rest on its laurels, Charlie Trotter's Restaurant is innovative and progressive in the world of food and wine and has been instrumental in establishing new standards for fine dining. The restaurant is recognized by a variety of prestigious national and international institutions. In 1995 Charlie Trotter's was inducted into the esteemed Relais & Chateaux and in 1998 was accepted as a member by Traditions & Qualité. It has also received Five Stars from the Mobil Travel Guide, Five Diamonds by AAA and ten James Beard Foundation awards, including 'Outstanding Restaurant' (2000) and 'Outstanding Chef' (1999). Wine Spectator named the restaurant 'The Best Restaurant in the World for Wine & Food' (1998) and 'America's Best Restaurant' (2000).
Champps is a sports bar and grille, but a bit more elegant than the traditional sports bar. Come in and enjoy excellent food prepared just the way you like it or watch your favorite sports game on one of our plasma TVs.
Experience the unique culture and taste of Southern Brazil at Chama Gaúcha, where servers will tempt you with skewers of succulent seasoned meats, slow roasted over a charcoal fire and hand-carved tableside.
CITY:Downers Grove
Making outstanding spirits and bottling them in a great-looking package wasn't enough for CH Distillery. They figured you'd want to tour their distillery and learn a little about the science of making alcohol. But who wants just a tiny pour of a warm sample after the tour? So, they built a cocktail bar in their distillery. Where you can enjoy their spirits the right way – on the rocks, shaken and icy cold, or in a delicious, original CH cocktail. And because people get hungry when they drink, they hired acclaimed chefs to make great food and bar snacks that pair perfectly with their spirits. Have a bite before dinner, or make a meal from their menu. Either way, stay a while and enjoy Chicago's only distillery cocktail bar!
Cere's Table serves contemporary American food with Italian, particularly Sicilian, influences. We use local, seasonal & sustainable products when possible.
Est. 1976, serving pizza, pasta and home made Italian dishes. Family owned and operated.
Located in Boystown, Cell Block is long known as one of Chicago's premiere gay clubs. The front bar has a dance floor, DJ and live entertainment.
Celeste is a modern, sophisticated, multi-level establishment. The design of the building is reminiscent of turn-of-the-century Chicago and the food is just as innovative. Enjoy classic American drinks, a versatile wine list, and seasonal multi-layered cuisine. Drink and dine at the bar, in the deco room, or in the garden.
Enjoy a waterfront meal on the rooftop of this summer hot spot located right on Lake Michigan at the North Avenue Beach Boathouse (opening in mid-May). This casual Phil Stefani Signature Restaurant features sandwiches, salads and refreshing beverages. Scenes from The Break-Up were filmed on the nearby bike path.
Carson's Ribs, Steaks And Chop
Carson's Ribs, Steaks and Chops has been a Chicagoland favorite for 24 years specializing in BBQ ribs, char-crusted steaks, pork chops and chicken. Carson's provides exceptional quality, clean and comfortable surroundings and a friendly staff.
Whether it be for your wedding reception, a round of golf, fine dining, quick lunch or Sunday brunch, Carriage Greens Country Club is one of the finest entertainment and banquet facilities in the Chicago area. Boasting an ever expanding wine list, paired with any of the delicious menu items, and great service makes The Sandtrap Grill a unique dinning experience in Darien, Westmont, Lemont and the surrounding western suburbs.
Carrabba's Italian Grill - Woodridge
"At Carrabba's, we bring you the same wonderful experiences we grew up on--from our warm Italian hospitality to the authentic aromas in our open kitchen, to our flavorful handmade recipes passed down for more than four generations." -Johnny Carrabba
Carrabba's Italian Grill - Naperville
Carrabba's offers authentic, handmade Italian dishes prepared to order in an exhibition kitchen. You'll enjoy our family recipes handed down for generations, including crispy calamari, lasagna, and fresh fish and steaks cooked over our wood-fired grill.
We proudly offer locally sourced and responsibly-raised meats, seafood, and produce. Working closely with local farmers and foragers ensures that all of our products are fresh and of the highest quality.
CITY:Oak Park
Jerry Kleiner's over the top restaurant in this 35,000 sq. ft. space is an explosion of taste, color and sound. "Latino flavors with the spice of life." Authentic soulful cuisine offers simple dishes from all over Latin America. A kaleidoscope of colors, salsa music and playful decor ignite the sense of being in a Latin house party.
Carmichael's Chicago Steak House
Specializing in certified Angus beef and reminiscent of old-time Chicago, this traditional steakhouse is a fabulous destination where customers feel like old-time regulars. Centrally located in the West Loop, complimentary valet parking and shuttle service to and from the United Center.
One of the area's most celebrated culinary entities offering both casual dining in the lounge and unique dining in the Italian Garden. On-site banquet facilities accommodate 15-300 guests.
CITY:Downers Grove
Whether you're visiting the Chicago area for business or pleasure, The Carleton of Oak Park offers gracious accommodations in the Oak Park tradition. The hotel is nestled in a residential historic district and within walking distance of downtown Oak Park. The Carleton, has been providing area visitors with exceptional service for over eighty years. The Carleton hotel is the perfect venue for weddings, social events and corporate meetings. Over 6,000 square feet of event space, four unique function rooms along with our professional staff, will make your event a success.
CITY:Oak Park
Enjoy aged steaks, chops and fresh seafood acclaimed by the nation's toughest food critics, and an award-winning collection of over 400 wines. Join us for impeccably prepared classic fare in an atmosphere that is both luxurious and relaxed.
Capi's Italian Kitchen at Navy Pier
Capi's Italian Kitchen brings the taste of true Italian to the world of casual dining at Navy Pier. Try Capi's fresh salads, create your own pizza or choose from one of our delicious entrees including pasta, seafood & panini sandwiches.
Chicago's freshest fish and seafood since 1933 is located in the Drake Hotel. Featuring dover sole, bookbinder soup, ahi tuna, lobster, plus an extensive wine list in a nautical-themed decor.
Cantina NO. 46 is located in the historic Gold Coast neighborhood. It is housed in a modern rehabbed pre-Victorian Hennessy House. Cantina 46 serves flavorful new gourmet and comfort Mexican cuisine. The Cantina drink program includes various Mexican beers and an extensive cocktail list including mojitos, caipirinha, sangria's and, of course, margaritas.
Cantina Laredo serves authentic Mexican dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere. We offer daily fish specials, grilled chicken and steaks complimented by signature sauces such as chipotle-wine with portobello mushrooms or sauteéd artichoke hearts and roasted red bell peppers.
Cantina 1910 is a modern Mexican restaurant offering an updated approach to traditional and regional Mexican dishes through both classic and modern technique.
Calo Ristorante has been family owned and operated since 1963, in the Andersonville neighborhood of Chicago. Calo features an exquisite fine dining atmosphere, with a beautiful mahogany bar, and hardwood floors. Calo offers a wide array of authentic Italian and American dishes, succulent steaks, veal, and chicken dishes. There is also a large selection of fresh fish brought in daily. We're also known for our famous pizza, and fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs.
The perfect setting for Chef Tony Mantuano's rustic Italian cuisine in a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere.
This modern yet comfortable restaurant features dramatic colors, overstuffed chairs, a sprawling red banquette and inventive lamps. The artistically presented cuisine is contemporary French with predominately organic ingredients. Open Daily. B: 6am-11:30am; Br (Sat. and Sun. only): 11:30am-5pm; L: 11:30am-5pm; D: 5pm-11pm. Res. Accptd. for Dinner only
Everything Italian, from fresh salads and sandwiches to "old school" Italian dishes. Try Joe's Mama's Meatball Salad or Nanna's Gravy on your next visit! Daily specials from Chef Joe Farina. Family style option for large groups. Carry out available. Less than one mile from McCormick Place.
Fun and lively, Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! is Chicago's premier tapas restaurant. Known for Tapas, the hot & cold appetizers of Spain; Paella, and Sangria, Spain's famous wine "fiesta" drink made from fruit, wine and liquors, Cafe Ba Ba Reeba! is owned by Chef Gabino Sotelino and Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises.
For the past 15 years, Buzz Café has been a vibrant staple the Oak Park Arts District by showcasing local art and music, serving as a community center and serving delicious food and coffee! Specializing in locally sourced, organic, and vegetarian foods as well as fair trade coffees from around the world, Buzz Café has become an Oak Park tradition with emphasis on community ties.
CITY:Oak Park
Buzz - Burgers, Barrels & Beer
Enjoy a gourmet burger experience at affordable prices and a large selection of crafted beers! The burgers are the epitome of aesthetic perfection: griddle-cooked fresh grass fed ground beef (sirloin), cheddar cheese, a toasted rustic bun, and toppings.
Family owned Irish saloon in business for 50 years. Great food, friendly and fun place to be.
Owned by legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy, Legends exemplifies and electrifies the best of Chicago blues, seven nights a week. Here you'll find an amazing collection of blues memorabilia, a great Cajun menu and maybe even Buddy himself on stage.
Buck's is a Southern-inspired bar and restaurant that champions easy-drinking cocktails, biscuit sandwiches, and buckets of fried chicken in a fun and funky atmosphere. Buck's brings Chicago a taste of "Down South, Up North" and keeps the party going each and every night.
BuckleDown Brewing is a small craft brewery and taproom just outside of Chicago. They create bold, flavorful beers, and take diligent care to craft the finest small-batch beers with premium ingredients. Taproom open Wed-Sun.
Recipes enjoyed for generations in villages across Italy inspire our menu, giving Buca di Beppo its authentic Italian flare. Experience the Italian traditions of food, friendship and hospitality. Dishes are served family style and are meant to be shared.
A neighborhood restaurant with authentic Italian food dishes meant to be shared and served family-style. Catering, Private Party Rooms, Carry-out and Delivery.
CITY:Orland Park
Inspired by the movie classic Forrest Gump, this rustic shanty of a restaurant, located at Navy Pier, features a variety of fixin's Dixie-style ribs, steak, mahi mahi, burgers, kids favorites and of course lots of shrimp!
Welcome to Bruegger's. Our authentic kettle-boiled bagels are fresh from the oven all day. And the coffee is always brewing. We also make delicious sandwiches, salads and soups. Stop by anytime.
CITY:Oak Park
Browntrout in Chicago is an award-winning restaurant with its emphasis on using sustainable ingredients without sacrificing quality. With regular menu changes to allow for only the freshest seasonal ingredients, Browntrout is a flavorful dining option.
Located in Lockport, IL, just 40 miles southwest of Chicago's Loop, Broken Arrow features 27 holes of Championship Golf, Driving Range, and Banquet Venue. Broken Arrow utilizes the "Prolink" GPS System by GPS Industries on its entire fleet of Club Car Golf Carts. These large and easy to use systems act as "virtual caddies" designed to give you all the information you need. At a glance, golfers can see the entire hole, hazards, bunkers, and rough areas. This system also allows the golf shop to issue weather warnings and other messages to golfers. The clubhouse features a full service golf shop, snack bar, locker rooms, restaurant, and banquet room. Accommodating up to 250 guest events, the Banquet Room is perfect for making your dream event a reality! With 27 holes of Championship Golf, Restaurant, and Banquet Venue, Broken Arrow has plenty to offer.
Bridget McNeill's is not your average Irish Pub. They are serving up affordable, craveable American comfort food in a laid back, local environment. You can find items for every palate and every pocket, and with their rotating beer and drink lists and great wine selections, they've got something for everyone!
Brandos Speakeasy, the Chicago Loop bar in the historic South Loop, is where everyone wants to be. Once you enter Brando's Speakeasy, which is a landmark status building, you will be impressed and welcomed with the intimate, warm, feeling you get from the staff as well as the patrons.
An American Bistro & Neighborhood Tavern Where Urban Meets Rustic Fare. Expect an exceptional meal paired with draft beers and and extensive wine list.
At Bow Truss, their goal is to make specialty coffee more approachable, bringing fantastic single origins, naturals, and delicious direct trade to you through partnerships and collaborations around the world. Visit one of their shops, see what's new, or pick up a subscription for your home or office.
Korean and American fare collide to create one impressive lovechild: bopNgrill's crave-worthy kimchi burger. The exceptional creation is a vision with caramelized kimchi cooked with rendered pork fat, fried egg, American cheese, bacon, togarashi mayo, and shredded cabbage, and pairs well with kimchi fries for an extra hit of fermented veggie goodness.
As the "fresh fish experts" Bonefish Grill specializes in market fresh fish and other wood-grilled specialties combined with a big city bar that offers bar fresh cocktails and an affordable extensive wine list. Our current address is 15537 South LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462.
Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport
This airport offers general aviation, flight school, air charter, restaurant and Illinois Aviation Museum all within the airport.
Bolingbrook Golf Club combines the elements of a world-class facility and championship golf. Featuring an Arthur Hills and Steve Forrest designed golf course, a learning academy, clubhouse with lounge, two full-service restaurants, and banquet facilities.
A neighborhood karaoke bar! Bobby Loves is the hot spot in Boystown to show off your singing skills.
Blue Island's first brewery since prohibition. A craft brewery and taproom with artisan ethics serving the South Side of the Chicago area.True to the craft.
CITY:Blue Island
Blue Door Kitchen & Garden, home to celebrated Chef Art Smith, is a farm-to-table oasis in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast and deeply rooted in the philosophy of letting the seasons dictate the menu. From its inception, the Blue Door brand has become synonymous with sustainability and responsible sourcing. The restaurant showcases American heirloom foods made from fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from Midwest farms, including its namesake and Oprah Winfrey's former property, Blue Door Farm.


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Ozzie Ees Gonna Be an Analeees on TV
That's right, dear readers. White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is joining the Fox Baseball Pre & Post Game Shows as an insider analyst during the World Series.
Oh sure.
I can't see how this could possibly go wrong.
Unless, y'know, Ozzie tells Chris Rose that "Hees a garbage and hees children ees a garbage" or if he mentions to Mark Grace that "Hees a f^ggot" or reminds Eric Karros that "hees head ees as beeg as those peeg rats at Wreegley Feel."
No matter how many times they have to hit the bleep button while Ozzie is on the air, I imagine his self-sacrificial lampooning for a Fox ratings spike will be less likely to fail as Glenn Beck would acting as a PETA spokesman:
Note to Mr. Beck: Don't be killin' no frogs on live television yo!
Hate me 'cuz I transleeterate Ozzie's lingo, just don't hate me 'cuz I'm right.
Suggested to us by the always hilarious Jonestein at BABL, Mr. Krause and I will be competing in a World Series Metaphor Competition — a Metaphor-Off… yeah, let's call it that.
Why? 'Cuz we can. And we will.
But we need your help! As you know, Al and I champion ourselves as masters of the meandering metaphor; and we need your suggestions. What do you want to see metaphorized? (Yes, that's a word. I made it up.) It could be something as simple as an individual player, a team, a rule, a concept, whatever. We want your ideas. Email us at email@example.com, Twitter us at @RSBS or kindly comment on a post with your suggestion. After selecting a trio of your topics, Mr. Krause and I will then post our metaphors during the World Series and YOU the reader will vote for the winner in this best of three competition.
Don't just sit there…. suggest, suggest, suggest!
Happy Friday!
6 Comments
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Outside the Phillies Looking In
Ozzie Guillen. What a mouth to have on national television. CAN'T WAIT! =D
Hey, we all need a laugh sometimes, and Ozzie on national TV has got to be ROFL moments, no matter how short it lasts.
But metaphorize: Jayson Werth. Or the horrible umpires of the postsesaon, if they somehow do the WS (not a happy thought).
Peter — Oh yeah! I like! Ees niiiiiiiiiiiiice!
Lisa — Me neither. Get the bleep button ready!
xcicix — Thanks for the suggestions!
I definately agree we need Crappy umpires of 2009 metaphorized hahahaahh
oh my god i cant believe your allowed to be that stupid on tv


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Members of the Karnes City Home and Garden Club traveled to Victoria area and viewed the Educational Gardens near the airport Thursday, April 18. These gardens are truly beautiful and are prepared by Master Gardeners. The gardens are picture perfect and are accented by unique art detail. Our members received a wealth of information about gardening. One gardening idea was straw bale gardening which is a method used for raising vegetables, herbs and flowers directly on a bale. These bales come from alfalfa, wheat, oats, rye or other cereals suitable for making a garden bed. If you wish to learn more about his productive type of gardening, you can download coi8es and instructions from WSUExtensionat http://pubs.wsu.edu.
The members enjoyed a lunch at the Sky Restaurant located near the gardens. We then traveled to the Victoria Hallettsville Mall and viewed the Dalhart Wynburg paintings at Arts, Etc. and also did some shopping there. On the return home we stopped and did some antique shopping and retreated to the Hanging Tree Restaurant for refreshments and additional visiting.
We will soon be accepting Veteran Memorial names for the Memorial Garden stones. If you wish to honor a veteran of your choice in this special way, please call Johnie Hall at 830-780-3842.
We wish to remind the members about the upcoming Garden Club Luncheon along with a brief meeting, which will be held at Barth's Restaurant in Kenedy Thursday, May 16 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. given by the organization.