BCBers getting to(ol)gether to watch the playoffs

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 1:29 PM CDT Comment 166 comments

Who lives where, and who's watching the first playoff game next Wednesday, October 1st? I wanted to start a discussion about where we are all located and see if anyone wants to meet up at a bar or venue to watch some of the games.

I'm down here in Kansas, about 40 minutes west of Kansas City, and a transplanted Cubs fan. Haven't met too many of 'em down here, and would gladly get together in KC if there are some other BCBers in the area. If you live elsewhere, feel free to share where and when you would like to get together.

Dan

PS - Mandatory "tool" inserted into this diary, because this Thursday's diaries all include "tool".

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Im in Kalamazoo, Michigan

I would welcome anyone over to my place for any night games. My roomate and I will be watching all games when we are home.

by KZ Cubs Fan on Sep 25, 2008 1:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Grand Rapids here

and if there was a massive west michigan meetup planned i’d be all for it.

by nathew on Sep 25, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Woo GR!

I miss the Grap! Although this is a good time to live in Chicago

"It was a tough first 10,000 wins. I hope the next 10,000 are easier."
-Ryan Theriot

by lindz221 on Sep 26, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Grap

is remarkably similar-looking to the word “crap”.

how appropriate ;)

by nathew on Sep 26, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Mid-Michigan

I’m guessing that my wife and I are the only ones in the Lansing area…

…and with work this week and the MSU/Iowa football game this Saturday, I think we’ll be sticking close to home.

Go Green! Go White! GO STATE! (#13031 on the Cubs season ticket waiting list...)

by Zeke on Sep 29, 2008 7:16 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Minneapolis, MN

…and I know there are a few of us on here. It’d be great to watch with some fellow Cubs fans.

by jbertram on Sep 25, 2008 1:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Eden Prairie, MN

When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches. ~ Ron Santo

by gwood on Sep 25, 2008 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ah

I work in EP, close encounters of the Cubbie kind I guess, haha.

What would people think about Park Tavern in St. Louis Park?

by jbertram on Sep 26, 2008 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I could potentially do that

depends on the wife’s approval and the game times.

When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches. ~ Ron Santo

by gwood on Sep 26, 2008 11:40 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ahhh. Family in EP and Mankato.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

St. Paul here...

Made it down to one Wrigley game this year.

I’m on the road at the moment but anticipate being home for at least some of the playoffs.

Someone put up a spot – a few friends and I will find it!

by MN exile on Sep 25, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Plymouth here

by bheidge on Sep 26, 2008 11:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Greenville, NC

Anyone?

by mlern on Sep 25, 2008 1:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Anyone in Chicago, IL?

by daeviant on Sep 25, 2008 1:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

C'mon, that's the last place you'd find Cubs fans.

(I work downtown and live in the NW ’burbs.)

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by dat cubfan daver on Sep 25, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I never even heard of the Cubs until a few months ago

And I was thinking… this base ball thing seems pretty cool.

by daeviant on Sep 25, 2008 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Only sport where the defense gets the ball!

Novel idea, really.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

seems to be the most diplomatic sport around

I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg

by Trey2317 on Sep 25, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

kicking it in the NW suburbs.

got no plans so far but since im closing on my condo next tuesday I may be busy.

---AC 00 00 00 - Believe

by mjk83 on Sep 25, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Do you happen to know any of bars or restaurants...

…in the NW suburbs that are good for Cubs games? Not that I get out much – but I’ve always been curious about this.

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by dat cubfan daver on Sep 25, 2008 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Whereabouts in the NW burbs?

I’ve got tons of family in that neck of the woods who have been kind enough to take me to a few bars during the holidays.

I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg

by Trey2317 on Sep 25, 2008 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Arlington Heights/Mount Prospect/Palatine area?

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 25, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I've been over to the Fox & Hound in the Buffalo Grove region

it’s a chain, but not too shabby. I’ve been to Emmett’s Tavern in Palatine, too, which was pretty good – it’s a microbrew factory.

I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg

by Trey2317 on Sep 25, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, a friend of mine (Sox fan) mentioned...

…that the Fox & Hound was a good place to watch a game. I think I’ve driven past that Emmett’s place. Thanks!

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by dat cubfan daver on Sep 25, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

not a problem.

I’ve got family in Rolling Meadows, Wheeling, Hawthorn Woods & Elk Grove, so I’ve around the NW suburbs a time or two.

I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg

by Trey2317 on Sep 25, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey

I went to Forest View High School, back when there was one, a long time ago.

"When they signed Fukudome, I knew they were trying to get me fired". - Ron Santo, January, 2008

by BeerCub on Sep 27, 2008 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hm, doesn't ring a bell. :-)

I went to Barrington.

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by dat cubfan daver on Sep 29, 2008 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well....

…. it was in Arlington Heights on Goebbert Road. It’s a combination of Adult Education and District 214 Offices now. I went there from 1972 to 1974, then moved here to California. Palatine, Elk Grove, Prospect, Fremd, Wheeling, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Buffalo Grove and Conant were all in our Athletic Conference.

"When they signed Fukudome, I knew they were trying to get me fired". - Ron Santo, January, 2008

by BeerCub on Sep 29, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Denver

Colorado. Though I might attempt to scamper from work and high-tail it to Mecca.

Let's get some runs!!!!

by Colorado Cubbies Fan on Sep 25, 2008 1:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Denver as well

I will be driving to Chicago if the Cubs get past the first round!

"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella

by Lou In Blue on Sep 26, 2008 10:39 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

Denver as well. I’m probably screwed for the weekday games because of work, though. Weekends are a whole different ballgame so to speak.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Sep 26, 2008 11:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Cubs bar?

I don’t have a “Cubs” bar here. I’d be up for trying a get together for playoffs if anyone has a suggestion. I’m in the highlands area.

Let's get some runs!!!!

by Colorado Cubbies Fan on Sep 27, 2008 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thornton

I’m at a conference during the first two games of the NLDS, but after that maybe a possibility on the weekend. I haven’t heard of a Cubs bar either although maybe the ESPN Zone downtown. It would be pretty central for anyone in the Denver area.

And I just happen to be going to Chicago for 2 weeks on Oct. 25 for some job training. That happens to be the day of Game 3 of the WS, the first home game for the NL representative. Could be a lot of fun!

by rynomite23 on Sep 27, 2008 10:51 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'd be up for a get together, but the weekday games are near impossible .....

unless they are at night, and I’ll be up at our place in the mountains next weekend. Thank God for satellite dishes, so I can watch us in the playoffs.

Maybe next week (if necessary).

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Sep 27, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Englewood

"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 28, 2008 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Depends on the scenario

Will either be watching at home, at my parents’, or, there’s the remote possibility I’ll get tix

Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson

by Shanghai Badger on Sep 25, 2008 1:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

At Wrigley ?

Ok that was mean. I am sure the NYC group will watch games together most likely at our usual hang out Kelly’s on
A off of Houston.

"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry

by Doggie Stalker on Sep 25, 2008 1:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Dark Horse Tap in Wrigleyville

Can’t afford tickets, so that is where we will be hanging out!

"It was a tough first 10,000 wins. I hope the next 10,000 are easier."
-Ryan Theriot

by lindz221 on Sep 25, 2008 1:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Tucson

If there is anyone here in my city (the Moon as Al would call it), we could get together at a Cubs bar called Bob Dobbs.

A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings. ~Earl Wilson

by tucsoncubsfan on Sep 25, 2008 1:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

yea…im in tucson too. depending on if its an afternoon game or night game…ill be down at bob dobbs for sure man.

next year is here!

by bendacub on Sep 25, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'll be in Wrigley for the game

but I’m up for drinks beforehand. Besides, it’s my birthday that day, so I might even be in the mood to buy a round.

I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg

by Trey2317 on Sep 25, 2008 1:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Atlanta here

I usually hang in Midtown, but if anyone’s got other suggestions, I’m all ears (eyes, whatever).

"I owe [Dunston] a lot. Nobody would know how good I was at digging balls out of the dirt if it wasn't for him..." -Mark Grace
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root

by Clutch16 on Sep 25, 2008 1:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What's the odds of getting the Nashville/Atlanta people to meet in Chatanooga?

or some other halfway destination?

"Never. Never. Never. Give up."
Winston Churchill

by cubfever7 on Sep 25, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Sounds good in theory

Carpool with a designated driver would be the best option, I would think. I’ll volunteer to drive on the way there!

by Clutch16 on Sep 25, 2008 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey, I WILL BE THERE!

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 25, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Any good Cubs bars in Nashville

I know I see lots of Cubs hats around town. And at the Sounds games which is the Brewers AAA afiliate lol..

by LT on Sep 27, 2008 1:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

cubs bar in Nashville??

I’m also wondering where to watch the games…last year we were relegated to small corner tvs for the playoffs at most of the places I went to cuz football is king around here

by theshooter on Sep 28, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes it is

ESPN College Lameday will be here this weekend too.

by LT on Sep 29, 2008 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe

I might be throwing a get together at my house if we make the World Series. I live in the NW burbs for game 1.

But maybe it would be better to get something together downtown. Easier to get to for everyone.

And I wouldn’t have to do all the set up and cleanup then!

Thngs of worth are worth fighting for regardless of the odds.

by cubstoseriesby100 on Sep 25, 2008 2:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

This reminds me of a fanpost I read once upon a time.

But it’s like trying to remember a dream. I can’t quite place it.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 25, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Gimme your number

and we can talk it over.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 25, 2008 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Z's injury was not bad

I’ll text you later

by LT on Sep 27, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

LOL

One of the best…:)

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Sep 26, 2008 12:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

St. Louis Here

Home of the self-proclaimed “Best Fans in Baseball.” ROFL

Javon Ringer for Heisman!

by Spartan1979 on Sep 25, 2008 2:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Here too.

I’d definitely be up for watching with some BCBers.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 25, 2008 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

My girlfriend is in Rolla

and if I’m over there in the next few weeks, I’d be down for this, for sure.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm in Affton.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 25, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hannibal, MO...

great place for a family, terrible place to live as a Cubs fan – no access to games on TV and too many Cardinal fans who really believe they are the best in baseball ;)

Proudly waving the Cubbie Blue from Northern Missouri! GO CUBS GO!

by Tater01 on Sep 25, 2008 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I go to Webster University in Webster Groves

just west of St. Louis. I’m down for a get together if we can get a place in mind!!

"Why do you always point to the sky when Zambrano starts?" My girlfriend.

"You just wouldn't get it...it's a Cubs thing..." Me.

by cubs2k8isnxtyear on Sep 25, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

My fave is Growler's Pub on Lindbergh for the variety of beer they have.

Not real good for watching sports, though. Friday’s or ShowMe’s usually have big TVs and good placement.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 26, 2008 8:40 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Saint Peters

by MOCubsfan on Sep 28, 2008 10:31 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

GO Green! Beat Iowa!

Go Green! Go White! GO STATE! (#13031 on the Cubs season ticket waiting list...)

by Zeke on Sep 29, 2008 7:21 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That was for "Spartan 1979". ;)

Go Green! Go White! GO STATE! (#13031 on the Cubs season ticket waiting list...)

by Zeke on Sep 29, 2008 7:21 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Iowa anyone??

Right in the hardland of Iowa…

by bleed that blue on Sep 25, 2008 2:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

North central Iowa

by sue369 on Sep 25, 2008 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Cedar Falls

Where are you?

by bleed that blue on Sep 25, 2008 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Iowa Falls

Going past you tomorrow on our way to Milwaukee. :D

by sue369 on Sep 25, 2008 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The home of Ellsworth CC!

Proud recipient of a hot dog shot from the Iowa Cubs hot dog gun.

by IowaCubs- on Sep 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Indeed...Go Panthers!!

by sue369 on Sep 28, 2008 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ottumwa

by adam316 on Sep 29, 2008 9:08 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Just a bit too far; darn!

From my farm outside of Sutherland, especially considering that I crawl out of bed at 4:45 AM to go to work in Spencer at 6. Too bad; I need someone to holler at the TV with; the missus is getting a little tired of it. ;-) I am afraid there is not going to be much sleep here for the next few days, but hey, I don’t mind!

by NWIowaCubFan on Sep 28, 2008 8:40 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Iowa City here...

Where we have more people from Chicago than Iowa during the school year. There won’t be an empty bar in town during the playoffs.

by mkacer on Sep 26, 2008 2:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

There are a bunch of us in Madison WI

Maybe some upcoming weekend will work for all of us?

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by berselius on Sep 25, 2008 2:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

*drools at thought of Monday's.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The 2nd

I might attend something downtown or in the NW burbs the night of the 2nd game the 2nd of October as my brother and his wife and friends are going to that game for his bday on the season tickets.

Thngs of worth are worth fighting for regardless of the odds.

by cubstoseriesby100 on Sep 25, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Melrose Park/Oak Park area

for me. Anyone want to come over?

"That’s the great thing about baseball, you never know what’s going to happen till you get the final out." — Lou Piniella

by drewishdrewid on Sep 25, 2008 3:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

No kidding?

I am in Oak Park also. Going to DS games though…

"There's a lot of things we don't tell you." Lou Pinella

by derv on Sep 29, 2008 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

San Diego

Where do Cubs fans hang out in my town?

by Clark Addison on Sep 25, 2008 3:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Houston, TX

We may have gotten Ike’d out of seeing Z throw a no-hitter, but we can still get together for the postseason. How about Cahill’s, 903 Durham Dr.? Owner is from Chitown, even as a poster of Barrett punching AJ on the wall. This was the spot to watch the Bears in the Super Bowl a couple years ago. Surely we’ll have better results this time.

by goldglove on Sep 25, 2008 3:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I go to

Ernie’s on Banks – it’s around the corner from my place, but they still don’t have power last I checked.

Is Cahill’s up and running? I’ve never been there. Probably I’ll just end up watching at home – I finally got power back a little while ago.

by false cognate on Sep 26, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ernie's on Banks?

…certainly sounds like a Cubs-friendly place to me.

by sniffy the bee on Sep 27, 2008 8:00 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes

Very Cubs-friendly. Founded by a ex-Chicagoan, and then sold to another Cubs fan. There is a lot of Astros memorabilia as well, but that’s understandable.

by false cognate on Sep 28, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

San Jose

Do you know the way?

Reed Ballgame - best CF in the MLB

by californiachicagoan on Sep 25, 2008 3:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Yo, Milwaukee here

If anything wants to meet in the southside, or the southern suburbs (much more preferable) lemme know. However, I work and have school on a lot of nights. So, lemme know when and where and I’ll see if I can.

Conversation at a Cubs Game
Me "I think it's cool that a lot of Cubs have names that are abbreviations. A-Ram, D-Ro, D-Lee.... how about R-Ther (R-Tear).
Cousin "....that just sounds graphic."

by Beaushek on Sep 25, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Hey!!

I’m in Milwaukee. In Walker’s Point.

by CubFan81 on Sep 26, 2008 11:06 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I've got the whole EMEA region locked down

My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.

by JohnM on Sep 25, 2008 3:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Still nobody in greater Kansas City area??

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 25, 2008 3:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Madison BCBers

good point Dtpollitt and berselius,

what better time to watch the Cubbies than in October, considering we missed out on one of our weekend meetings. I’m down for a weekend game, as i didn’t get chosen to buy NLDS tix. should we do the first weekend or 2nd?

by cubfan1982 on Sep 25, 2008 3:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I would choose the LDS game.....

It’s on TBS, so regardless I will either hanging out w/ friends or out as I don’t have cable. But OSU is playing UW here in Madison @ 7pm Saturday. Finding a bar that is playing NLDS might be difficult that night… but Sunday if there is #4 might work better.

"A catchers biggest concern behind the plate is to make his pitcher pitch a little better than he can" Roy Campanella

by Madison Cub Fan on Sep 25, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'd vote for LDS too, due to my lack of cable.

We definitely should avoid the OSU game slot at any cost – sunday probably would be better. Are the weekend games day games? I’m too lazy to check the schedule

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by berselius on Sep 26, 2008 11:20 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Dont think we know yet do we

"A catchers biggest concern behind the plate is to make his pitcher pitch a little better than he can" Roy Campanella

by Madison Cub Fan on Sep 26, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

west des moines

however if i’m not going to the game, i’m locking myself in my room by myself with a handgun loaded with a single bullet

"Pounding sand since 1982...."

by cubswynn on Sep 25, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Urbandale

If you wind up using the bullet, aim north and save me a buck.

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Or aim East from the grassy knoll...

to Beaverdale to knock out my cable.

(hey, i’ve gotta live until next year, right?)

Proud recipient of a hot dog shot from the Iowa Cubs hot dog gun.

by IowaCubs- on Sep 26, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If you call Mediacom...

… and ask real nice, they can just knock out your cable (and internet!) at the central office. They’re good at that.

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Really? I'm in Des Moines

And I don’t even have to call and ask

For your information, the Supreme Court has roundly rejected prior restraint.

by Less is Walrond on Sep 26, 2008 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Where's our bar of choice????

by razzpunk on Sep 28, 2008 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I usually go to Hessen Haus...

the beer selection is tasty (in my opinion), it’s not super packed (except on Fri/Sat nights) and the bartenders will be very happy to put on the Cubs games.

Other ideas?

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Me: Yeah! Just because we don't live there doesn't mean they won't let us vote!

by znohitter on Sep 29, 2008 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Nothing beats the Waveland Bar...

100% pure Cubs bar. It’s a dive, totally blue collar. I was there for the Zambrano no-no, and this 60 year old guy bought a 12 pack of Bud cans for anyone in the bar that wanted one, then he opened one up and poured a whole can on his head in celebration.

For the pure sports bar experience, I’d go to Legends downtown or Johnny’s.

Proud recipient of a hot dog shot from the Iowa Cubs hot dog gun.

by IowaCubs- on Sep 29, 2008 10:18 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

suburb just north of Philadelphia...

(I must score post-season tickets at Phils or Mets. I must. I must.)

Cub fans are a fairly rare sighting round these parts (I’m a long time transplant from the Chicago Ravenswood neighborhood).

I’ll probably be drinking/sweating/cheering/crying/yelling/screaming/enjoying myself mightily at home in front of my 50" screen whooping it up with the wife and child (who have been thoroughly indoctrinated in all things Cubs and are rightious fans in their own ways).

And I’ll be lurking on BCB as I tend to do, enjoying all the wonderful insanity this site spews forth (and ignoring any unpleasant troll-like behavior).

But I’m open to other options…

Win.

by RavenswoodRob on Sep 25, 2008 4:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Another Cub fan in the Philadelphia area

I live in Bucks County. Would love to get together to watch the games with other Cubs fans during the playoffs. I went out with friends to a bar for a happy hour, for the Cubs-Phillies Friday game at Wrigley in last August. Can’t tell you how many dirty looks I got clapping when the Cubs did something good.

by PhillyCub on Sep 28, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Long Beach, CA here

We researched going to Chicago for the World Series, realizing that we’d be flying 1700 miles just to watch TV, although it would be great TV. Hotel, airfare, misc., about $3,500.00 for two of us. So, we’ll either be in Vegas for that or home.

"When they signed Fukudome, I knew they were trying to get me fired". - Ron Santo, January, 2008

by BeerCub on Sep 25, 2008 5:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

That's what I've been coming to realize too.

Might just settle for home or, hopefully, meeting a few from the site at a local bar. If any St Louis folks are up for it, that is.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 25, 2008 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yeah

And we were just in Chicago over Labor Day, so we’ve already laid out a nice chunk of change. Many of us have said here a lot that we’d be coming in from all over if the World Series became a reality. Damn the cost, we’d charge it, borrow against the house, whatever, but given the current economic climate, I don’t think I even want to joke about that at this point. Without getting too far off topic here, I know of too many people who, although they’re in good standing, have had their interest rates doubled on their credit cards or their limits reduced out of nowhere. Scary stuff.

"When they signed Fukudome, I knew they were trying to get me fired". - Ron Santo, January, 2008

by BeerCub on Sep 25, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

And it's easy to say

“Yeah, if they make the Series I’m going!” It’s different when you start adding up travel expenses, hotel, meals, transportation in the city, etc. All for, like you said, essentially watching TV near the stadium for three games.

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 26, 2008 8:45 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Fort Lauderdale Florida

Thinking of being at Capone’s Flicker Light on Hollywood Beach.

Anyone else interested?

by Section 527 on Sep 25, 2008 6:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Small world!

I’m not far away. Hallandale Beach

I was thinking of going to the Upper Deck, right there off of US 1 and Halladale Beach Blvd.
Near the GulfStream Casino

by BigDcubbie on Sep 26, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Southern Utah

anyone? haha

2008 National League Central Division Champs!!!!!

by BradB311 on Sep 25, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Astoria, Oregon

The very NW corner of the state. Any BCBers this far away?

by 100yearitch on Sep 25, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

The Goonies?

by jbertram on Sep 26, 2008 11:17 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That's right.

And my kids went to the school in Kindergarten Cop

by 100yearitch on Sep 26, 2008 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

IT'S NOTTA TUMA.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 26, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

D.C.

There is a meetup group for cubs fans, the organizer will probably set something up.

by Dome is my home-ay on Sep 25, 2008 8:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Lincoln Square/Ravenswood

by daeviant on Sep 25, 2008 9:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Any Central Wisconsin BCBers?

Wausau, Stevens Point, Wisconsin Rapids?

Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand. - Homer J Simpson

by MikeOxbyg on Sep 25, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Seattle??

Any cubs fans around?

by seattlecubsfan on Sep 25, 2008 11:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Kirkland

But I don’t have a favorite game-watching place (I don’t even have cable), so I’m open to suggestions.

by Seattle Mike on Sep 28, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

How about central IL?

I am in Canton. I thought I have seen some Peoria area folks on here. I am thinking that Official Time Out in Canton may be where my butt is planted if no other plans crop up. Just let me know!

It has to start some place. It has to start some time. What better place than here. What better time than now. ~Rage Against the Machine

by love the ivy on Sep 26, 2008 2:01 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

new orleans in da house!

any one else in the greater gulf coast region wanting to watch together?

by nolacubbiegirl on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

...

i’m down. maybe bruno’s uptown?

my stuff is filthy

by carlos marmol on Sep 27, 2008 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

keep me posted...

i may not be around for wednesday’s game but should be free for thursday’s. let me know if you’ll be there.

by nolacubbiegirl on Sep 28, 2008 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

will probably be at bruno's or the bulldog...

jordanstr8 AT gmail dot com is my email. or i will be the only guy in the joint with my carlos marmol 49 jersey on :)

my stuff is filthy

by carlos marmol on Sep 28, 2008 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well since I live in Kansas City...

nah, just kidding Dan. I’ll be at Wrigley for game one, and can’t wait. Although I really wish they didn’t displace season ticket holders to the bleachers, but w/e.

by sackings108 on Sep 26, 2008 10:01 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

You're in KC?

I’m in Lawrence. Where you go to school? I’m in my 2nd year of my PhD program at KU.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 26, 2008 11:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Denver CO

Usually watch at Old Chicago’s or Sports Column.

"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella

by Lou In Blue on Sep 26, 2008 10:42 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Sports Column is my favorite out of town sports bar

…and I have been to a lot of them.

by madeindetroit on Sep 26, 2008 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

denver post above

Just wanted to let you guys know there is a Denver post above in this thread. I suggested ESPN Zone downtown because it would be central for everyone, but which Old Chicago and where’s Sports Column?

by rynomite23 on Sep 27, 2008 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Albuquerque, NM

I’ve got a bartender and her kids to support, I’ll be there.

by StevenABQ on Sep 26, 2008 11:03 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Cairo, Egypt, anyone, anyone?

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Sep 26, 2008 11:27 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Uhhhhh....

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 26, 2008 11:28 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

sound of sand beetle skittering across the desert

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 26, 2008 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

For reals?

make*art

by neverAcquiesce on Sep 26, 2008 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yup

here for school, will probably end up watching it on MLB.tv on my laptop. But you never know? Perhaps there is someplace to watch a baseball game here, maybe the embassy or something?

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Sep 26, 2008 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You could try a big western chain hotel

like the Marriott or Hyatt, etc.

My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.

by JohnM on Sep 28, 2008 8:33 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Providence, Rhode Island

If anyone is in the area let me know.

by mossey12 on Sep 26, 2008 11:42 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Orlando Fl anyone?

I live in Winter Park…there is a great bar, The Friendly Confines, on the corner of Aloma and N. Semoran…ill be there if anyone is interested…

also just bought a 38" hd tv for the playoffs

by sgerring21 on Sep 26, 2008 11:44 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Louisville

within driving distance of Indy, Cincy, Nashville or Evansville

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been . . . baseball. America is ruled over it like an army of steamrollers." It isn't "rolled", it's "ruled".
Tommie Agee was out.

by Weeghman Park on Sep 26, 2008 12:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Halifax, NS, CANADA

I’m almost positive I’m the only Bluenose here.

But I will be in Chitown for games 1 & 2 of the NLCS. And would love to meet some of the other regulars.

by sniffy the bee on Sep 26, 2008 12:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Anybody in the Bradley/Bourbonnais area?

Fat , drunk , and ,stupid is no way to go through life son.

by alabebo on Sep 26, 2008 12:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Detroit area?

Although I am hoping to spend a lot of time in Chicago this October.

by madeindetroit on Sep 26, 2008 12:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

South Bend, IN here

Although I probably would only be able to make the Thursday game.

by Craig in South Bend on Sep 26, 2008 1:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What about a real BCB get-together...

…for those us us who don’t want to watch the game from a hotel room?

I’m in Chicago for business while they’re playing the away games… staying at a hotel near the McCormick Place. Any thoughts on where a Cubs fan should go? Any organized or unorganized get-togethers for BCBers from the 3rd-6th?

Proud recipient of a hot dog shot from the Iowa Cubs hot dog gun.

by IowaCubs- on Sep 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Nothing beats WrigleyVille.

Try Yak-Zies. I love that place. It’s on Clark right past the players parking lot by Red Top Parking.

by dakoose on Sep 26, 2008 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Great wings! The beer could be colder though...

Go Green! Go White! GO STATE! (#13031 on the Cubs season ticket waiting list...)

by Zeke on Sep 29, 2008 7:17 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

How early would I have to be there?

Proud recipient of a hot dog shot from the Iowa Cubs hot dog gun.

by IowaCubs- on Sep 29, 2008 10:19 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

What time is it? I'd go now...

Go Green! Go White! GO STATE! (#13031 on the Cubs season ticket waiting list...)

by Zeke on Sep 29, 2008 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

At home,

in SWFL, fort Myers area. But if they go to the WS, I’m going to try like hell to get back home.

by ChicagoRalph on Sep 26, 2008 5:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Oklahoma

when I’m not working night shift, I’ll be at THE COLONY in Tulsa……2 out of the 4 taps at a hole in the wall english bar are Old Style…

by KC in OK on Sep 27, 2008 9:03 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

In 23 short years, I was Born on the East Side

Grew up on the Southside, currently living in the West Burbs, and now finally am making my way to the North, starting next Sat, Oct. 4 (moving in after I take the LSAT). As I mentioned earlier I’m moving into a duplex apt (we have the bottom 2 floors) on Waveland & Wilton. To give you a better perspective, I can see the Waveland/Sheffield bleacher entrance from my back door. I’m signing the lease tonight, and once I talk it over w/ my 3 roommates, I don’t think there should be problem w/ possibly hosting some BCB parties for the playoffs. I’ll keep everyone updated.

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 27, 2008 11:56 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Vienna, Austria...

anyone?

Yes, there is baseball in Austria! Well, kind of ... www.cubs.at

by Frank Chance on Sep 27, 2008 4:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

New York City

Anybody know of a cub friendly bar in Manhattan? I’m stuck in CT, but would rather go to the city…

by Fukudome is my Homie on Sep 27, 2008 4:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

how about Shea Stadium?

by Orval Overall on Sep 27, 2008 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Stuck in CT as well

In stamford. Never met another Cubs fan here.

I do know that either Standings or Kellys Bar (forget which it is) is the meet up for Cubs fans. I’ll go there game 3 since it’s not in NY anymore.

by ak123 on Sep 28, 2008 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

St. Louis

Believe it or not, I live in the St. Louis area. It’s like living in a family fued and hearing all the dirty details of Cards fans living here. I reccommend Lesters Pub in Clayton. A great sports bar. Let’s go Cub fans………………….. The march to the World Series starts next week…..

by CubsWin27 on Sep 27, 2008 6:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

how old you have to be to get in to Lester’s? Me and a friend from Webster University wanna go…we’re both 18…also…any other info you got on the place man? Like where it is in Clayton? lol

"Why do you always point to the sky when Zambrano starts?" My girlfriend.

"You just wouldn't get it...it's a Cubs thing..." Me.

by cubs2k8isnxtyear on Sep 30, 2008 1:26 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Bangor ME anyone? Or anywhere in Maine? I’m a sales Rep covering the entire state pretty much.

by D-Bone on Sep 27, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

grand forks nd for maybe NLDS than whichta falls texas

by ondro on Sep 27, 2008 11:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

USAF I presume?

And so it goes.

by Luigi on Sep 28, 2008 11:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Indy here

Will be watching the first 2 rounds here, hopefully watching the last round from Waveland.

"I'm not an athlete, I'm a baseball player"
-John Kruk

by thinskull on Sep 28, 2008 10:48 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Where in Indy?

by purpleliner on Sep 28, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

sorry, way late on my response

on the north side, 86th and Keystone

"I'm not an athlete, I'm a baseball player"
-John Kruk

by thinskull on Oct 6, 2008 12:07 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Was anybody from Kansas? Wanting to meet up somewhere in KC or Lawrence?

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Sep 29, 2008 12:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Any plans for Madison?

by stadiumguru on Sep 29, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

If there is a game on Sunday

That would probably be the best bet. The UW-OSU game will occupy all of the bar TVs/attention, most likely, for the Saturday game.

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by berselius on Sep 29, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

What about tomorrow/Thursday's games?

Finding a quiet bar on a Wednesday at 5:30 isn’t too difficult. Anyone interested?

Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.

by Schwa on Sep 30, 2008 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

NORTHERN MICHIGAN

CUBS WATCH PARTY——Old Style and Brats and the fixings ..Not many of us up here …But most of us are die hards ..Can’t wait to raise the W flag after the game…

by cubs north on Oct 1, 2008 9:05 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs