Chicago Official Visitors Guide - Summer/Fall 2008 - (Page 72) see & do Bowling/Billiards 10pin Bowling Lounge 10pin combines a retro sport with a hip upscale lounge. Adjacent to the House of Blues, 10pin features 24 lanes, 128-foot video wall and video jukebox. Extensive martini list and innovative American cuisine. 330 N. State St., 312-644-0300, www.10pinchicago.com Diversey River Bowl Not your basic bowling center. We’ve opened a new fullservice restaurant and we would love to host your next event. We feature a full menu, including fresh stone-oven pizzas, steaks, seafood and more, including vegetarian selections. We have 36 rockin’ lanes, an awesome sound system and a phenomenal light show. Party packages for groups of 20–400. Open lanes available every night. Sun.–Fri. noon–2am; Sat. 10am–3am. 2211 W. Diversey Pkwy., 773-227-5800, www.drbowl.com game, we’re the place. With our four lanes of cosmic bowling, we are the perfect venue for private events. This space offers a completely private room as well as your own bar. Sun.–Fri. 10am–2am; Sat. 10am–3am. 1551 N. Sheffield Ave., 312-266-7842, www.northbeachclub.com Imagine golfing on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan with the spectacular Chicago skyline as a backdrop. Two of the Chicago Park District’s nine-hole golf courses are situated on the lake front, while an 18holecourse and two driving ranges are conveniently located just minutes from downtown Chicago. Under the direction of Kemper Golf Management Chicago, numerous major improvements recently have been completed at each of these facilities, making golf a truly enjoyable experience. For more information on group outings, please call 773-477-0379. 7059 S. Shore Dr., 312-245-0909, www.cpdgolf.com Chicago Park District Golf Courses location for your golf outing. 63rd St. and Lake Shore Dr., 312-245-0909 6700 S. Kedzie Ave., 312-746-5573 Marquette Park Driving Range Marquette Park Golf Course Elevated tees, greens and spacious fairways ensure great playing conditions throughout the season. With water in play on seven of the nine holes, this unique course offers a great challenge for all skill levels. 6700 S. Kedzie Ave., 312-245-0909 Robert A Black Golf Course Home of the Chicago International. This nine-hole golf course was designed by the renowned Dick Nugent. Immaculate greens and wellbunkered fairways present a great challenge to even the most seasoned player. Robert A. Black is a great choice for all skill levels and ideal for group outings. 2045 W. Pratt Blvd., 312-245-0909 South Shore Golf Course South Shore is the best kept secret in the Chicago metropolitan area. A former private club, this nine-hole course offers panoramic views of Lake Michigan along with tree-lined fairways and small greens. Complete with on-site banquet facilities, South Shore is an outstanding selection for golf outings. 71st. St. and South Shore Dr., 312-245-0909 Home of the Midwest Amateur. Located just minutes from downtown Chicago, this course ranks one of the top-10 nine-hole courses in the Chicagoland area with tight greens, numerous bunkers and Championship length. After teeing off on the first hole running parallel to Lake Michigan, you immediately realize that this course is a real treat. A must-stop on your Chicago tour. Show your hotel room key and your club rental is free. 3600 Recreation Dr., 312-245-0909 North Beach Chicago If bowling is your Cog Hill Golf Club Cog Hill is a privately owned, open-to-the-public golf complex located 30 miles southwest of Chicago. The facility includes four regulation 18-hole golf courses, a driving range/learning center, golf shops, restaurant, patio and a 280-seat banquet facility. 12294 Archer Ave., Lemont, 866-COG-HILL, www.coghillgolf.com Columbus Park Golf Course This nine-hole links-style course is noted for its wide-open fairways and receptive greens. Columbus Park is ideally suited for the novice golfer, yet offers a challenge for the lower-handicap player. 5701 W. Jackson Blvd., 312-245-0909, www.cpdgolf.com Diversey Driving Range & Miniature Golf Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, The Seven Ten Lounge This Art Deco bowling and billiard mecca is sure to please even your most discerning party guests. Private party rooms can accommodate groups of 30–400. Three Seven Ten locations are situated throughout the city and neighboring suburbs, as well as seven other Spare Time restaurants and bars. 2747 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-549-2695, www.seventenchicago.com Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course minutes from downtown. Open year-round with heated and covered tees. Group lessons. Club rental available. Parking available. 141 W. Diversey Pkwy., 312-742-7929 ties, meeting rooms, 21 guest rooms. Championship gold course. Stunning ballroom seats 200 with floor-to-ceiling windows and stone outdoor terrace overlooking course and lake. The Grill: daily 7am–9pm; golf (in season): sunrise–sunset; hotel: 24 hours. 2901 W. Lake Ave., Glenview, 847-724-7272, www.theglenclub.com The Glen Club Exquisite banquet facili- cago’s last and only handset bowling lane facility. Housed in an antique Schlitz bar. We also have six regulation pool tables and feature a full menu. Open daily. 3325 N. Southport Ave., 773-472-6600, www.southportlanes.com Southport Lanes and Billiards Chi- The Green at Grant Park Framed with Fishing Capt. Al’s Charter Boat Fleet Fish, cruise and overnight live-aboard — floating bed and breakfast. Boats for groups of two to 18. Fishing, cruising, overnight live-aboard. Firework cruises on Wed. and Sat., bachelor and bachelorette parties. Only Chicago fishing vessel licensed for more than six passengers. Burnham Harbor (Downtown), 312-565-0104, www.CaptainAlsCharters.com botanic garden pathways and set against the city’s skyline, our 18-hole Putting Course features all aspects of true golf on the green. Outdoor Al Fresco dining patio offers stunning views and classic American fare. Daily 10am–10pm. 352 E. Monroe at Lake Shore Dr., east side of Millennium Park, 312-642-7888, www.thegreenonline.com Two 18-hole, par-72, world-class, links-style championship public golf courses. All the amenities of a private club. 58-acre lighted range. 111th St. and Bishop Ford Expwy., 312-STARTER, www.harborsidegolf.com Water’s Edge Golf Club Beautiful, upscale 18-hole, par-72 course, located only 18 miles from Chicago’s Loop. Enjoy a leisurely round of golf or make your outing an unforgettable experience. Amenities include golf carts with GPS, computerized yardage system, beverage cart, full-service snack bar at the ninth hole and more. 7205 W. 115th St., Worth, 708-671-1032, www.watersedgegolf.com Harborside International Golf Center Racetracks Arlington Park Race Course Thoroughbred racing Wed.–Sun. (May 2–Sept. 21). Activities include Miller Lite Party in the Park on Fri. at 3pm, Bud Light Summer Bash & BBQ featuring bands on Sat. at 1pm and Pepsi Family Day on Sun. at 1pm., including petting zoo, pony rides and more. Gates open at 11am. 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, 847-385-7500, www.arlingtonpark.com Golf Bolingbrook Golf Club The awardwinning clubhouse features the East Room, redefining suburban dining; the Nest, our casual dining room; and fitness center including sauna, steam and whirlpool. The golf course facility was awarded 4.5 stars from Golf Digest and Top 10 You Can Play from Golf Magazine. 2001 Rodeo Dr., Bolingbrook, 630-771-9400, www.bolingbrookgolfclub.com Jackson Park Driving Range Club rental available. Open daily 8am–8pm. 63rd. St. and Lake Shore Dr., 773-667-0524 Jackson Park Golf Course Home of the Chicago City Amateur. Located 15 minutes south of downtown, this historic 18-hole course is the pride of the Chicago Park District. Mature hardwood trees protect the fairways and greens, putting emphasis on accurate shots. The Cecil A. Partee clubhouse makes Jackson Park the perfect Sports Teams Chicago Bears Soldier Field, 1600 S. Lake Shore Dr., 312-559-1212 pg cont. ™ 72 £ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://www.10pinchicago.com http://www.cpdgolf.com http://www.drbowl.com http://www.coghillgolf.com http://www.northbeachclub.com http://www.cpdgolf.com http://www.seventenchicago.com http://www.theglenclub.com http://www.southportlanes.com http://www.watersedgegolf.com http://www.thegreenonline.com http://www.CaptainAlsCharters.com http://www.harborsidegolf.com http://www.arlingtonpark.com http://www.bolingbrookgolfclub.com http://choosechicago.com
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