RIDING WITH KURT

In 1820 the Irish started migrating to the Chicago area as laborers. From the 1820's to 1850's the Irish immigrants would escapes hardships in their own county including the potato famine. This group would be instrumental in the building of the city as laborers including building of the Railroad and digging the canals. Today there are several reminders of their heritage at various restaurants and other areas of the Windy City which was part of my post it note experience. L

In 2004 there was a architecture piece opened up near The Bean that would be part of the area that would offer a bit of expression for those that lived in the city. Spanish artists and architect Juame Plensa would share his imaginary talent with this piece that would become part of The Loop area. It is only a ten minute walk from the Riverwalk area of Chicago, IL and part of my most recent post it note journey The Crown Fountain is a fifty foot tall structure that offers tw

When it comes to Chicago, Il there is no shortage of places for live entertainment or concert. Many of these areas of entertainment are scattered throughout the city. There is one that is located in the Loop area that offers plenty of great live entertainment throughout the Summer Months and also a place that I was able to see on my most recent post it note trip. In 2004 Architect Frank Gehry had the completion of a music venue that would offer great concerts in a beautifu

It is a new week here in Music City USA and there are no shortage of great activities this week. There are events at Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, The Pinnacle, The Ryman, and Geodis Park this week. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. Saturday at 7:00 pm at Bridgestone Arena Brandi Carlile will be offering a incredible performance. This is going to be a great night of music at Bridgestone Arena. Drop off location can be found on the c

Maggie C. Daley was a longtime first lady to the city of Chicago who was committed to the improvements of the city. She had a vision for the improvement of the children and the city and although she never got to see her vision come true it is still carried throughout the city with certain parts. She would pass away at the age of 68 with her long time battle of breast cancer. Today there is one park in the city that I discovered while on my recent post it note visit to the

The United States Navy was first added in 1775 for military beginnings in the America's. Although this was a time in the beginnings of colonial America and the American Revolution the Naval history of America would continue from then until now. In the city of Chicago you will find a piece of the Naval history that was a portion of my post it note journey to this area. At the tip of the Naval Pier you will find a memorial that is dedicated to those who served for the United

One of the things about my life that I have always enjoyed is the arts. My post it note adventure to Chicago took me to one place that offered a incredible place of art. During the movie Ferris Brewers Days Off there is a moment that that they explore this part where Cameron Frye is staring at A Sunday on La Grande Jatte by George Surratt and is a changing moment in the movie. The Chicago Art Institute is a massive art exhibit that takes you through a history of art dating

In 1634 French explorer Jean Nicolet reached a region in the Midwest portion of North America that offered a very large body of water on his search for a passage to Asia. Native American tribes of this region settled along this body water and utilized the area for all the resources. Today this large lake is home to cities like Chicago, Milwaukee, and Green bay. Lake Michigan was part of my post it note journey to the city of Chicago, Il. It is the second largest lake in the

The city of Chicago has so many great features to this town. The architecture is absolutely fascinating along with the art pieces. There is one that is located in the Loop area just south of the Riverwalk and part of the post it note experience of my trip to the Windy City. Legendary architect Anish Kapoor who began a project in 2004 for a site that has a unique experience. In 2006, The Bean also known as the Cloud Gate is a resemblance the the liquid mercury would be co

Pizza is a big part to the city of Chicago, Il. They have two styles and when I ask those from the windy city which they prefer it goes back and forth between the Tavern Style (thin crust) and the Deep Dish. I put this to the test with a post it note stop to a popular pizza stop in the heart of the Loop. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is a gem when it comes to dining in the city. The menu ranges from both Deep Dish, Tavern Style, Appetizers, Salads, and Desserts. They also offer

It may be an hot week this week in Nashville, TN but it is hotter with all the events. There are great events this week at Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, The Pinnacle, The Ryman, and Geodis. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. At Bridgestone Arena this week there are events there are experiences on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. On Wednesday Doc Toliver is performing at 7:30 pm. This upcoming Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm Megan Maron

The Chicago River flows through the city of Chicago, IL and is part of the city. It has been part of the history for the Native Americans, those who settled in the area, and everyday life in this Midwestern town. It is also part of a great attraction that I was able to experience on my recent post it note trip to the Windy City. The Riverwalk in Chicago is a large stretch of paths that run along the Chicago River. Along the Riverwalk are great restaurants, river tours, sh

There is plenty of history when it comes to Chicago, Il. Naval history is a strong part of this area of the country along Lake Michigan. There is an area that is just east of the downtown area that offers not only great history but activities as well. The Navy Pier was originally constructed in 1916 as the Municipal Pier for shipping and public recreation. In 1927 the area was renamed the Navy Pier for those who served in World War One. It was transitioned during this th

The beef industry has always been a big part of the city of Chicago, IL. It is part of the culture of the area as the Union Stockyard opened up in 1865. Large industrial slaughterhouses arose with the beef industry which led to the Chicago Beef Hotdog and Italian Beef Sandwiches. One place that I received several post it note trips is famous for both. Portillo's has multiple locations throughout the city of Chicago with a extensive menu of both Chicago Dogs, Italian Beef

My recent post it note trip to Chicago, IL included a great stay at a hotel in the Goal Coast area. It was convenient walk to the T-Rail at Martin and Division Street. There were plenty of restaurants and bars located around the hotel. The area was very walkable and safe. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is a beautiful hotel with several great features. The rooms were very nice with comfortable beds, great views from the rooms, and nice bathrooms along

There are some incredible views from various points of interests in the city of Chicago. Some of these are from the ground but there is one that I experienced that has a spectacular view. It sits in the loop and it was also a stop that was recommended by post it note. Trump Tower is located in The Loop area of downtown Chicago and is the second highest building next to the Willis Tower. Inside this spectacular architecture piece of Chicago is a dining and cocktail experie

The experience at Wrigley is one that I will never forget. The stadium offers so many great concessions and activities but there is one that has a post it note recommendation for and a icon of the city of Chicago and Wrigley. It is a food item that has been apart of the food history of the town for over 100 years. Having a Chicago Dog at Wrigley is about as much of tradition of singing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game". There are a various concessions throughout the stadium

It is another fantastic week in Nashville, TN. There are shows at Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, Ryman Auditorium, The Pinnacle, First Horizon Park, and Geodis Park. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. At Bridgestone a great bull riding experience this upcoming weekend. The PBR series is back in the Music City this upcoming weekend. The showtimes are7:45 pm on Friday. 6:45 pm on Saturday, and 12:15 Pm on Sunday. If you are a looking for

On January 28, 1978 Saturday Night Live aired a skit with John Belushi, Dan Akroyd, and Bill Murray based in a diner with them yelling "Cheezborger, Cheezborger, Cheezborger". The skit was a hit but the backstory is based on the author of the it named Don Novello who frequented the tavern based in Chicago. It is also a post it note recommendation that I had the opportunity to stop at. The Billy Goat Tavern is a underground dive with cheap drinks and greasy burgers that are

The city of Chicago was founded Jean Baptiste in the year 1780. It didn't become a settled area until August of 1833. The city has gone through many transformations over the lasts 183 years. One thing about the city is the incredible skyline that seems to stretch forever along lake Michigan. Learning about the various buildings can be fascinating. One of the activities that was recommended to me by post-it note was the Architecture Tour that takes you on boat throughout th