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	Meetup	Location	RSVPs
Nov 3 7:00 PM	Fall Elegance At Sofitel Chicago Water Tower 40 attended (est.) – 4.5011 I am pleased to announce that the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower will be sponsoring our Tuesday, November 3rd party from 7 to 9 p.m. in their Cigale Private Dining Room, which is on the 1st floor adjacent to Le Bar. They are graciously providing: 1) our first drink free (after that it will be cash bar) and 2) free appetizers prepared by highly acclaimed executive Chef Martial Noguier. Chef Noguier is known for his use of local ingredients including fresh organic produce, which he regularly purchases ingredients from Nichols Farm, Tiny Greens, Swan Creek Farm, and cheeses from Indiana’s Capriole Farm. Prior to joining the Sofitel team, Noguier served as executive chef at Chicago landmark, one sixtyblue. Chef Noguier oversess Café des Architectes and all of the food and beverage operations at the Sofitel. Café des Architectes has earned 3 stars form Chicago Magazine, 3 stars from the Chicago Tribune, 3 stars from the Chicago Sun-Times, 19/20 from NorthShore Magazine and 5 stars from TimeOut Chicago. About Sofitel Chicago Water Tower: Sofitel Chicago Water Tower is located at 20 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, which is conveniently located just a few minutes walk west of Water Tower Place on Michigan Avenue. The hotel was designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier as a 32-floor prism of glass boasting 415 guestrooms and luxury suites. In 2009, the property was awarded the following recognitions: Travel + Leisure World’s Best Award; Condé Nast’s Gold List; and TripAdvisor’s Top 100 Best Luxury. Please go to http://www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-2993-sofitel-chicago-water-tower/index.shtml to learn more. Directions to the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower: Though street and valet parking are available, I recommend either taking a cab or CTA to this fine event. You can easily arrive by several CTA options: 1) the Red Line train to Chicago Avenue and walk 2 blocks north to Chestnut then turn east 2) the # 36 Broadway bus to Chestnut and then walk east or 3) any number of buses on Michigan Avenue and exit at Water Tower and walk west (about 3 blocks). Special Alert: The Hotel Sofitel has required me to provide the full names of all attendees. This means your first and last name. Also, I need the first and last name's of all your guests. For your convenience, you can e-mail that information to me directly. Unfortunately, if you cannot provide this information, the Hotel will not allow you to attend. As a result, I will need to remove you from the RSVP list. Also, if you RSVP for this event and can not attend please change your RSVP to “NO” within 48 hours of the event. This will allow others to attend. We believe this is fair and respectful of your fellow members. After all, we all want all of you to continue to enjoy the benefits of being a valued member of this group.	Hotel Sofitel Chicago, IL, 60611 41.898308,-87.627465	51 Yes 0 Maybe 3 Waiting List
Oct 15 7:30 PM	Uncommon Ground Party 14 attended (est.) – 4.005 Join us for a night of fun, food and drink at eclectic Uncommon Ground at 3800 N. Clark. This very unique venue was featured on WTTW's Check Please. Please go to http://www.uncommonground.com/pages/clark_home/19.php for more details. Uncommon Group will be providing us: FREE APPETIZERS elections from their dinner menu (e.g. Korean chili-spiced calamari, Mediterranean trio, baked artichoke, goat cheese, and pesto dip, etc). $5 Martini Special However, it will be a cash bar! This venue is easily accessible by the CTA by: 1) taking the CTA #22 bus to Grace (right there) or 2) the CTA Red Line Train to the Addison stop and then walking west to Clark Street and then 2 blocks north to Grace (about 3-4 blocks). There is also ample parking on the street.	Uncommon Ground Chicago, IL, 60613 41.951279,-87.659996	39 Yes 19 Maybe
Oct 3 9:00 PM	Live Music at Ai Sushi Lounge - Win a 6 Day Cruise Vacation at the event 1 attended (est.) – No rating yet Sexy, Sultry, Soulful..That's the best way to describe the event Saturday Night .Music that is diverse, inclusive and good for you!! ..We turn down the wattage and give you talented musicians and singers A special "unplugged" concert featuring Neo Soul artists Aniba Hotep,Spike Rebel, Paulette "Passion" Stinson and a number of special guests...great music in the lounge of Ai Japanese Restaurant and Suishi Lounge ticket purchase automatically enters you in a drawing to win a 6 day cruise vacation (we will be awarding 2) Valet Parking is $10 but free with the purchase of an entree from Ai's Menu... Special Exclusively for Members of Chicago Singles Limited number of tickets only $10 (Advance Purchase only...sale ends Oct. 1st) Take advantage today..the last few events at Ai sold out. (includes one entry into cruise drawing) USE EVENT CODE 220 to receive discount Regular Advance tickets $20 Includes free Aniba Hotep and The Sol Collective CD and 2 Raffle Tickets for the Cruise Vacation - Only one vacation winner per person. Day of event Tickets are $25 Get your tickets early !! http://neosoul.eventbrite.com	Only members of this Group can view the location for this Meetup	1 Yes 1 Maybe
Sep 24 7:30 PM	Underground Wonder Bar Party 10 attended (est.) – 4.002 Join us for a night of fun and music at Underground Wonder Bar (UWB) at 10 E. Walton (Please go to http://www.undergroundwonderbar.com/ for more details). This very unusual and eclectic venue is the creation of pianist, singer, songwriter and band leader Lonie Walker (Please go to http://www.loniewalker.com/ for more details) and offers a unique mix of jazz, R&B and Reggae music. UWB is conveniently located near the cross streets of State and Walton. Though parking is very tough, you can easily access UWB via the CTA. Three options including: 1) the CTA Red Line Train and exit at Chicago Avenue stop and walk north on State Street to Walton (about 3 blocks) 2) the CTA #36 bus to stop closest to Walton (about 1 block) and 3) CTA #151 or #146 or #145 bus to Michigan Avenue stop closest to Walton and walk west on Walton (about 3 blocks). UWB has provided our group a very special offer. Instead of their normal $8 cover and average drink tab of $8.50, they have offered us a flat rate of $5! This will cover your admission and 1st drink. After your first drink, it will be cash bar. This $5 will be due when you enter the club. You are guaranteed to have a great time at UWB! I look forward to seeing you all there. Please feel free to bring your friends.	Only members of this Group can view the location for this Meetup	31 Yes 17 Maybe
Sep 11 6:00 PM	Art Gallery Openings Extravaganza! 5 attended (est.) – 4.502 Friday, September 11th marks the beginning of the art gallery season in Chicago. On this day there will be a plethora of galleries eager to show their art and entice you with wine and cheese. We will meet as a group at Carl Hammer's gallery, which is located at 740 N. Wells, Chicago, Illinois 60654. His phone number is 312-266-8512. His specialty is American and international contemporary artists. On this date he will be celebrating his 30TH anniversary! His web site is http://www.hammergallery.com/ Parking is very, very tough especially during the opening of art gallery season. Therefore, I recommend one of several CTA routes: 1) Take the Brown Line train to Chicago Avenue and walk over (about 2 blocks) 2) Take the #66 Chicago Avenue bus to Wells and walk over (about 2 blocks) 3) Take the Red Line train to Chicago and State and walk over (about 4 blocks) or 4) Take any number of buses to Michigan Avenue and Chicago and walk west (about 6 blocks). We will met at Carl Hammer's gallery at 6 p.m. and leave at 6:20 p.m. sharp to check out the rest of the galleries. I count 51 galleries with openings in the latest addition of Chicago Gallery News. Therefore, this should be a very fun and stimulating event. Hope to see you all there.	Carl Hammer Gallery Chicago, IL, 60654	19 Yes 11 Maybe
Aug 30 7:30 PM	Greek Fest 12 attended (est.) – 4.507 Opaa! It's time again for the annual Taste of Greece. Everyone is invited to celebrate all things Greek. Halsted Street will be bursting with food, music and fun from Monroe to Van Buren. Please go to http://www.greektownchicago.org/ for more details. We will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the entrance of Costa's Restaurant located at the northwest corner of Van Buren and Halsted or 340 S. Halsted (in case you get lost their phone number is 312-263-9700), which is near the corner of Van Buren and Halsted. We will wait until 7:50 p.m. and then leave to enjoy the festival. I do not recommend driving since parking will be really tough! Instead, I recommend one of three routes: 1) the CTA Blue Line train to UIC/Halsted stop (and walk one block north on Halsted) or 2) the # 126 Jackson Bus to Halsted Street exit (and you will right there) or 3) #8 Halsted bus to Van Buren (or as far as you can go close due to the fest). The Taste of Greece is an adventure that offers the sights, sounds and taste that is all Greece. Stroll Halsted Street in Greektown and sample the fine Greek delicacies that Chicagoans have grown to love. If you haven't tried all the famous restaurants on Halsted, this is a great time to sample and taste favorites and specialties that take you throughout Greece and Cyprus. Besides, the gastronomic adventure, festivities include two live music stages, featuring the music of the acclaimed Hellas 2000 and Hellenic Five Greek bands. Join the fun and learn the sirtaki, tsamiko, kalamatiano and other Greek dances. Come and see the beautiful costumes of both mainland and the islands ofGreece as three of Illinois favorite Greek dance troupes will perform. Don't miss your turn in the circle dance in the evening. Other Entertainment includes Belly Dancers, Greek Acrobats, The Jesse White Tumblers and plenty of Children's games, face painting and prizes each afternoon. From Gyros and Lamb chops to Shish-ka-bobs and grilled octopus; this year's Taste will have it all. Come hungry as there is something for everyone. Patrons are advised to leave room for the baklava! And when you are done eating, stroll down Halsted for shopping like the Plaka District in Athena's. Here you can find terrific values on olive oil, jewelry, art, accessories, religious items, and much more. It's like going to Greece!	Costas Greek Dining & Bar Chicago, IL, 60661 41.877193,-87.647270	27 Yes 20 Maybe
Aug 20 6:00 PM	Authenticity The Board Game - First Anniversary Party 45 attended (est.) – 4.003 Authenticity the relationship game celebrates a successful first year with an entertaining reception featuring food entertainment and prize giveaways. Play samples of the game, learn more about why it was created and hear success stories. The event will be hosted by Stephanie Green (Soleils To Dos and the NBC Chicago Street Team) and panelist include Ben Soldinger and Desiree Prieto (NBC Chicago Street Team), Kevin Foster (the MATE group), and Sandria Washington (Founder, Writeous Media). Panelist will engage in a lively discussion answering questions from the game. Held at the Upscale Dream Boutique Lounge located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood at 1750 North Clark the reception will be held from 6 -9 PM and will include a special performance by recording artist Spike Rebel Admission is Free and The Event Is Open to The Public While RSVP is not needed for admission we ask that you RSVP to give us an accurate count of attendees. About Dream Dream is the newest ultra lounge in the Lincoln Park area, with a full menu, outside courtyard seating. The lounge is reminiscent of something you'd find on South Beach throw in great food, a friendly wait staff and top notch DJs and live music.	Dream Lounge and Restaurant Chicago, IL, 60614 41.914279,-87.634201	12 Yes 8 Maybe
Aug 14 6:30 PM	Fizz Bar & Grill Party 60 attended (est.) – 4.509 Please join us for a night of fun, food and festivity at one of the north side's coolest venues, Fizz Bar & Grill on Friday, August 14th from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The owner, has been very generous and is donating: 1) the beer garden free-of-charge 2) free pizzas and 3) the first drink free. After your first drink, it will be a cash bar. Fizz's beer garden has a very unique urban look. Furthermore, it has a very friendly and low-key neighborhood atmosphere. You will definitely enjoy this venue! Because the owner is being so generous, I need you to: a) RSVP for this event (no walk-ins) and b) notify me at least 48 hours in advance if you cannot make it so that other members will be able to attend.	Only members of this Group can view the location for this Meetup	39 Yes 0 Maybe 10 Waiting List
Aug 1 9:00 PM	Joint Meetup - Live Music and Sushi at Ai Japanese Restaurant 5 attended (est.) – No rating yet A Joint Meetup with the Unique Social Events Meetup Group 220 Communications & Ai Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Lounge and Aroma Chef present the Late Night Music Series. A monthly show featuring local talent and featuring prize drawing and other special giveaways..sample Ai's late night menu and enjoy yourself in Ai's private lounge. If you missed the July 4th event you missed a great show..we hope you come out August 1st. Valet and Street Parking Available. August Featured Artist: Vo Special apperances and performances TBA SPECIAL MEETUP MEMBERS ONLY PRICE FOR A LIMITED NUMBER OF PRE SALE TICKETS....ON SALE UNTIL JULY 20TH MEETUP MEMBERS ONLY ADMISSION $10 Members Enter Code "220" to get your discounted price.. Regular Priced Advanced Tickets $15 DAY OF EVENT $20 To Purchase Tickets (you will be prompted to enter the code if purchasing early discounted tickets) www.latenightmusic.eventbrite.com	Ai Sushi Lounge Chicago, IL, 60610 41.893357,-87.638962	5 Yes 2 Maybe
Jul 29 7:00 PM	NBC Chicago Street Team Party 11 attended (est.) – 4.001 The NBC Chicago Street Team is a collection of bloggers in the know who who share their knowledge about the happenings in and around Chicago. From cultural events to the hottest restaurants, fashion, nightlife and shopping, you'll find it all on the blog, all told from a "street" perspective. Come out and meet the members of the Street Team in Chicago's newest swanky lounge, Dream. Enjoy drink specials from 7- 8, appetizers and prizes. Free Admission! www.nbcchicagostreetteam.com Meet the NBC Chicago Street Team Wednesday July 29th 7-10 PM Dream Boutique Lounge 1750 N. Clark Chicago	Dream Lounge and Restaurant Chicago, IL, 60614 41.914279,-87.634201	11 Yes 5 Maybe