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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

The bar also shows the games on 18 screens.


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/bars-and-clubs/deal/march-madness-4-miller-lakeview/1018071/content

March Madness at the Fifty/50

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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

Watch NCAA basketball games on 16 flat screens while sipping $3 Coors Light bottles and other drink specials.


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/bars-and-clubs/bar_club_event/march-madness-at-the-east-village-ukrainian-village/1037454/content

International Vintage Poster Fair

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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

Billed as the largest and oldest exposition and sale of its kind, the annual event features thousands of original posters from the 1890s through the 1980s, including a featured exhibit on aviation-themed works. The show, highlighting pieces from the U.S., Canada and Western Europe, also features…


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/events/fair_festival/international-vintage-poster-fair-loop/858107/content

Bible B-Sides

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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

A world premiere multimedia show features lesser-known, humorous and tragic Old Testament stories, adapted by the ensemble and director Matt Miller.


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/theater/theater_event/bible-b-sides-chicago/833608/content

Diva Brunch

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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

The Spot transforms into a gilded glamour den as a rotating roster of cabaret performers, musical theater singers and drag artists serenade you while you dine.


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/restaurants/dining_event/diva-brunch-uptown/911351/content

The Sunday Night Sex Show

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Niedziela
marca 29,2009

Allen Makere and Robyn Pennacchia answer your love life questions and host humorous, sex-themed readings by local writers Rachel Collins, Byron Flitsch, Dakota Sexton and others. Also includes trivia games and prizes. Cash bar.


Źródło: http://chicago.metromix.com/bars-and-clubs/literature_event/the-sunday-night-sex-logan-square/963823/content

Get a bargain on used car.

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

When buying a car there is several of question you need to answer before you can make a choice. One of them is who do I trust to sell me a good car that I need for the money I have to spend. You can ask your friend and may be family member where they got theirs and if they had a good experience puchaseing the car that way. If you prefer to do it on your own and have a lot of time go out there see what you like, take it for a test drive. Whet ever you do, my advice is do not rush there is more cars on the market then the people that want to buy them. Yo do not want to be stack in the car that you don’t love.

Where to get the money? You can ask your parents if they rich, but seriously it is an important question that everybody buying a car needs to address. You will be ok if your taste in cars is not imported. You might have some money put away for that specific reason. Most people have to depend on financial institution to take care of their needs, this is America the land of instant gratification. We want it and we wanted now! In that case one option is your credit card. Almost everybody with a decent credit has a card with a limit of $10.000 more or less. That will buy you a decent car. Different way to get the money is to apply for a car loan, remember that you have to have a job for more then 6 mo and a credit score 700 or more. If you have a house there might be a better solution for you then ones mentioned before. Equity loan is easy to get and the interest rate will be lowest possible.

When money is secured time to think about our needs. They might be different then wants. Couple of questions need to be addressed, is this car for my use only, how much room do I need, what are the conditions on the road during whole year where I live, where will I keep the car. If you have a significant other you might think about if possibly you family might become bigger , and how big it might get. If it is a possibility I would advice against a sport car. A family sedan might be an option or a mini van. If you like nature and camping 4×4 will be perfect also SUV might be a good solution especially if you have your toys to tow.

Word of advice at the end. You got the car you wanted its time to make sure it will stay that way. I am talking about insurance. You don’t really have a choice as far as liability only, that is required by law. Any intelligent person will get additional coverage because accidents happen and you might be the best driver in the world but only a moment of not paying attention and you stack with the loan and no car to drive. Also warranty so called power train might be a good idea, especially if you are not the expert on cars and you might get stack with dud. There is no guarantee that previous owner took good care of the car and the motor is in good condition. That kid of warranty will take care of the engine part and transmission witch are most costly. Good luck and hope this was beneficial to you.

Get a deal on used car.

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

There is many ways to purchase a car in Chicago. Some folks prefer internet witch saves you time on walking from one car dealer to another. There are individuals that rely solely on friends and family to give them advice where and what to buy. Searching in the paper is another way of getting the job done , less and less effective in times where information is available from another sources (free) like internet, TV, radio.

Financing the car might be tricky if you living from paycheck to paycheck. In order to get a loan in today is economy you almost have to sign over one of your children as collateral. Seriously it is a hassle, first you have to have a job for more then a year and prove it, second your credit score has to be 700 or more and even if so you might get a interest rate that will cost you a lot of money in a long run. Another idea is to use your existing line of credit like credit card you know what to expect and how much you can spend there is no requirements as far as year make and mileage so you have more freedom. This might be your best option if the car you want is less then $10.000 witch is average credit line on a credit card for a person with good credit. If you happened to own a house forget what was said before. What you need is a equity loan. Banks are more willing to led you money if you have collateral and the interest rate is lower then any loan available from any source.

Lets assume that money is not the problem you still have some decisions to make. I am talking about the features you need o the car that will make the car everything you wanted and more. If for example you are planning to buy a boat or jet skis I the near future you might consider an SUV with would be perfect for a family as well. Good for a trip camping and winter weather conditions. And even if you are concerned about the gas mileage there are 4 cylinder engines available in these kind of cars chicago. Now if you live in the city and night life is your kind of life you need to ride in style. A sedan will be the car for you. Good gas efficiency and easy to park in a crowded city streets.

If it comes to making sure that your money are not wasted two things are very important to address, insurance and warranty. You dot have much choice if it comes down to having liability coverage on your car, that is required by law. As far as additional collision there are many options. Different deductibles and coverage options, witch might include theft and natural disasters. You have to remember accidents happen and even if you think it will never be you it might be and then you are stuck with the loan or out of money and no car to drive. Warranty is usually offered free if you buy new car but you will pay when your car is pre own. The purchase might be worth the money simply because you have no idea what people do with the cars before they get a new home. Power train warranty will cover most costly repairs like motor and transmission so the $400 to $1000 might be just the right thing to do especially if you had a bad luck before. One last thing trust your instincts be firm do not let a car dealer put you in a car you want and need. If they do not listen to you find somebody that will and take care of you needs, remember there is more cars then people willing to purchase them cars chicago.

Metro briefs

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Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Obama to be on hand for Olympic presentation


Źródło: http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/1492154,CST-NWS-metro24.article

Keeping coaches in check

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Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Chicago public school coaches are in for a crackdown under a proposed city policy that explicitly bans everything from pushing, pinching or paddling athletes to “displays of temper.’ The massive overhaul of the Chicago Public High Schools Athletic Association bylaws follows allegations that began emerging last fall that at least four CPS coaches had paddled or hit athletes.


Źródło: http://www.suntimes.com/news/education/1492206,CST-NWS-coach24.article

Former Burris aide questioned in probe

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Wtorek
marca 24,2009

SPRINGFIELD — The Downstate perjury probe into Sen. Roland Burris has widened to include a former aide who raised questions about a possible quid pro quo between Burris and the man who appointed him, impeached Gov. Blagojevich.


Źródło: http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/burris/1492205,CST-NWS-burris24.article

Roosevelt U. plans new Loop tower

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Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Loop University — the nickname for a downtown Chicago area that 60,000 college students call home — is getting a $130 million addition that will make it even more of a college town. Roosevelt University has filed a zoning application to build an academic and student center that will double — to roughly 640 beds — the dormitory space once available at the Herman Crown Center it will replace at 421-25 S. Wabash.


Źródło: http://www.suntimes.com/news/cityhall/1492196,CST-NWS-roosevelt24.article

Wtorek
marca 24,2009


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/sports/~3/Trih3Ikrfcc/chi-090323missylink,0,6275333.storylink

Bulls, Gordon beat Wizards

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Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Win pulls Bulls within 2 of Detroit


WASHINGTON — Start practicing the chant, the one that pairs Detroit with a word that rhymes with pucks. Maybe break out some Bill Laimbeer footage for good measure.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/sports/~3/smCawjqcu9c/chi-24-bulls-wizards-chicagomar24,0,5339811.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Wireless operator AT&T said Monday it will add more than 40 cell phone towers in Illinois this year, beefing up its third-generation network in new cities


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/GFiHVH23lsc/chi-biz-att-towers-chicago-3g-network-march23,0,5335234.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

The Al Baskin Co., family-owned operator of Mark Shale stores, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing a “dramatic revenue decline” amid the worst retail environment in decades.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/pESpP1zDQcc/chi-mark-shale-chapter-11-mar23,0,4568196.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

A deep-pocketed AFL-CIO pension fund is meeting with Chicago Spire developer Shelbourne Development Group Tuesday in Chicago to advance discussions that could have the pension fund help pay for construction of the stalled skyscraper.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/8_NFP4en9ZA/chi-biz-afl-cio-chicago-spire-march23,0,7040270.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

State regulators announced Monday tighter restrictions on car title loans, putting a cap on how much consumers can borrow and eliminating balloon payments.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/DyqsT1UsPB0/chi-car-title-loans-mar23,0,1213190.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

A deal with the trusts could also mean thousands of union jobs for members


Representatives from AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trusts are meeting with Chicago Spire developer Shelbourne Development Group on Tuesday to advance preliminary discussions that could have the deep-pocketed pension fund help pay for construction of the stalled skyscraper.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/eqZdUqdf1os/chi-tue-chicago-spire-0324-mar24,0,1926003.story

Wtorek
marca 24,2009

Out-of-state stores to close; 3 in Chicago area to remain open


The family-owned operator of Mark Shale stores filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, citing a “dramatic revenue decline” amid the worst retail environment in decades.


Źródło: http://feeds.chicagotribune.com/~r/chicagotribune/business/~3/JT2EcCZC_OE/chi-tue-mark-shale-bankruptcy-mar24,0,1122535.story