CAT | HIMSS09 Planning
By Patty Enrado, Editor
CHICAGO — With a city Chicago’s size, there is no shortage of nightlife venues. If you’re staying an extra night or two or even three, be sure to check out the places that HIMSS staff frequent.
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By Patty Enrado, Editor
CHICAGO — Chicago has a number of outdoor works of art that are worth looking up. If you’re planning a walking tour of the city, you may want to connect the dots to these statues and sculptures, with the stamp of approval by HIMSS staff.
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By Patty Enrado, Editor
CHICAGO — Chicago’s skyline is impressive, thanks to the city’s famous buildings. If you are an aficionado of architecture, then make sure you spend an afternoon checking out some of the City’s architectural gems or buildings that offer the best view in town. The HIMSS staff suggests their favorite buildings.
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By Patty Enrado, Editor
Jazz gained popularity in Chicago in the early 1920s when New Orleans jazz musicians migrated there following the closure of clubs in the Storyville area. Chicago was the place to be for jazz musicians in the Midwest. The Blues descended upon Chicago in the 1960s. Legendary guitarist Robert Johnson called Chicago a “sweet home” for the blues. With so many clubs in town, HIMSS staff recommends these choice clubs.
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Chicago parks offer boats, skating, golf, shopping, museums
0 Comments | Posted by Patty Enrado in HIMSS09 Planning | 03/19/09
By Patty Enrado, Editor
CHICAGO — The Chicago Park District manages 570 parks covering more than 7,600 acres. The park district is unique because it encompasses 24 miles of lakefront and 31 beaches. Park amenities include 10 museums, nine harbors, nine ice skating rinks, eight skate parks, six golf courses, 90 gardens, 50 community gardens and two world-class conservatories. With so many parks to choose from, HIMSS staff makes choosing easy with their top recommendations.
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