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Chicago Architectural River Cruise | Cardinals vs. Cubs Baseball Game

Chicago Architectural River Cruise

river cruise
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Anita Dee I
Boarding at Navy Pier
Chicago, IL
7:15-10:30 p.m.

Join the LAS Alumni Association for an exclusive tour of the historic Chicago River and its stunning architectural landmarks aboard Chicago’s Anita Dee I, a custom-designed luxury cruise vessel. A Chicago Architecture Foundation docent will describe Chicago’s rise from the Great Fire of 1871 to the forefront of modern architecture. You will view Chicago skyline buildings designed by world-renowned architects. End your evening with a spectacular Navy Pier fireworks display!

A buffet dinner catered by Jimmy Bannos and beverage service is also included.

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Registration Fee: $70*
  • Deadline for Registration: Wednesday, May 30, 2012
  • Register online or call toll-free (888) 333-9644 or (217) 333-3387.

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*This event is partially funded by a generous gift from the late Katherine Wolcott Walker, former LAS Alumni Association Board President.

Cardinals vs. Cubs Baseball Game

baseball game
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Busch Stadium
St. Louis, MO
1:05 p.m.

From our Redbird Row Party Suites overlooking right field, watch the World Champion St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs as these rivals play ball! University of Illinois head baseball coach Dan Hartleb will “warm up the bullpen” with his talk, “The Landscape of College Baseball at Illinois,” followed by a question/answer session.

Then dig into an all-you-can-eat ballpark-style buffet, including beer, soda, and snacks.

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Registration Fee: $100*
  • Deadline for Registration: Friday, June 29, 2012
  • Register online or call toll-free (888) 333-9644 or (217) 333-3387.

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*This event is partially funded by a generous gift from the late Hazel Belle Baker, an LAS alumna. Sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Alumni Association.

Excellently planned and executed. First class
all the way.

Paula Lambrecht
Crystal Lake, IL