Chicago Official Visitors Guide - Summer/Fall 2008 - (Page 52) see & do Merchandise Mart (MMPI) Tour 600 Sears Tower Skydeck Get up here and entertainers and photographers to comprehensive AV capabilities and wireless Internet, a professional event planner will guide you through all available options. Sun.–Thurs. 11am–10pm; Fri. & Sat. 11am–midnight. 285 Center Dr., Vernon Hills, 800-894-4759, www.whirlyball.com world-famous furniture showrooms, host a party in the Art Deco lobby or a showroom, take a cooking class at Luxe Home, shop antiques show in May, the design show in Oct., craft show in Dec. Ste. 470, Merchandise Mart, 312-527-4141, www.merchandisemart.com institution. Perfect for dinners, receptions, meetings and much more. A great location for your next special event. 201 E. Randolph St., 312-744-6050, www.millenniumpark.org Millennium Park Chicago’s newest cultural view the world. Breathtaking 360-degree views from the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building. You haven’t seen Chicago until you’ve seen it from the top of the Sears Tower. Become a Chicago expert by taking our new Acoustiguide Skylights tour — just add $5.50 to your visit. Adults $12.95; kids (3–11) $9.50; kids under 3 free. Apr.–Sept. 10am–10pm; Oct.–Mar. 10am–8pm. Last admission 30 minutes prior to closing. 233 S. Wacker Dr. (Jackson Ent.), Ste. 3530, 312-875-9696, www.theskydeck.com Windy City Fieldhouse Chicago’s Navy Pier A Chicago landmark and the city’s most visited destination, featuring more than 50 acres of parks, shops, restaurants and attractions. Ride the Ferris wheel, enjoy the Crystal Gardens, visit the Chicago Children’s Museum or IMAX Theatre and take a tour boat ride. Special events include Navy Fear and Winter WonderFest. Fireworks on Wed. at 9:30pm and Sat. at 10:15pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 600 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-PIER, www.navypier.com IMAX films in 3D and PSE digital sound, located in the family pavilion at Navy Pier. Advance tickets available by phone, call 312-444-FILM. Group rates for 20 or more, call 312-595-0090. Hours: Mon.–Sat. 9:30am–10pm; Sun. 10:30am–9:30pm. 700 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-5MAX, www.imax.com/chicago WhirlyBall Chicago WhirlyBall combines basketball, lacrosse and bumper cars all rolled into one. Whether you’re planning a corporate meeting or outing, team-building session, bar/bat mitzvah, birthday, bachelor or holiday party, WhirlyBall is the most complete venue in Chicagoland that offers a variety of entertainment options including laser tag, a complete food and beverage menu and flexible event facilities that can comfortably accommodate 10–500 attendees. 1880 W. Fullerton Ave., 800-894-4759, www.whirlyball.com WhirlyBall Vernon Hills The newest WhirlyBall in Vernon Hills offers two WhirlyBall courts, laser tag, a climbing wall, video games, pool tables, high-def big-screen TVs and the Upper Deck Bar & Grill with a complete food and beverage menu. From premier team-building and entertainment company specializing in team building, outdoor picnics, interactive receptions/product launches, “Mission Impossible” scavenger hunts, fundraisers/casino nights, summer associate programs, new-hire training programs, meetings and more. Best raw space in Chicago. 3,000 capacity plus free parking, flexible catering policies and AV program. Open daily 9am–midnight. 2367 W. Logan Blvd., 773-486-7300, www.windycityfieldhouse.com Navy Pier IMAX Theatre Presenting Wrigleyville Rooftops Watching a Cubs game from our Wrigleyville rooftops is the most unique baseball experience in the country. Our three facilities offer an extensive list of amenities for corporate and personal use. 1059 W. Addison Ave., 773-248-7663, www.wrigleyvillerooftops.com cont. ™ pg 52 £ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://www.whirlyball.com http://www.merchandisemart.com http://www.theskydeck.com http://www.millenniumpark.org http://www.windycityfieldhouse.com http://www.navypier.com http://www.whirlyball.com http://www.wrigleyvillerooftops.com http://www.imax.com/chicago http://chicago.weaverguides.com/clickthru.php?id=12552 http://chicago.weaverguides.com/clickthru.php?id=12552 http://choosechicago.com
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