Xavier at DePaul Festivities

[American X]

The Xavier University National Alumni Association
Chicago Chapter Presents
X on the Road—DePaul Reception & Game

Xavier University alumni & friends are invited to a special pre‐game basketball reception at the Michigan Avenue Westin. This event will feature a unique meet and greet opportunity with University President, Fr. Michael Graham, Director of Athletics, Greg Christopher & the Xavier Men’s Basketball team.

Sunday January 19, 2014
5:00 PM Mass in the Lincoln Park Conference room; Rev. Michael J. Graham celebrant
6:00 PM Pre‐Game reception in the Chicago Ballroom

Location: Westin Michigan Avenue ‐ Chicago Ballroom
909 North Michigan Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60611 (312) 943‐7200

Cost: $25.00 ‐ Includes: appetizers, soft drinks & commemorative t‐shirt. Cash Bar available.

Direct Questions to: Paul Ruppe ‘93, Chicago Chapter President at (773) 837‐8844 or Paul.Ruppe@americanbar.org

Registration Information: Space is limited, so make your reservations online via the Chicago Chapter website at: www.xavier.edu/chicago or contact Darlene Gilligan at (513) 745‐3192 or at gilligan@xavier.edu. The Westin Michigan Avenue has a special parking rate of $18 for anyone attending this event. The Westin is also offering a special room rate of $119.00 for those who are travelling. Limited supply of game tickets available when registering for the event at $20.

Men’s Basketball Game vs. DePaul Monday January 20, 2014 at 3:00pm in All State Arena. Arena information is available via: www.allstatearena.com

Stay connected with the Xavier Chicago Chapter at: https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/55631386590/

[RoadWarrior]

Thanks, American X!
Look forward to meeting you there. Hopefully there's a good turnout from Xavier Nation.
Thought Mr. Neutral would have passed this along to his fellow-Chicago chapter brethren!?

[American X]

Look for myself, Mrs. X, Baby X, and Baby X2 at the reception. However, I will be attending the game with a group of holligans.

If anyone is visiting Chicago for this game and is looking for recommendations, please post them here and we will send you in the right direction and not to some utterly shady and dangerous South Side destination, promise.

[Masterofreality]

North Side Only!

[X-ROX]

The wife and I are coming in Saturday. Staying at courtyard marriott in Des plains . Looking for some casual eateries/breweries around neighborhood. Would also like to take L into town Sunday. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[WCWIII]

The wife and I are coming in Saturday. Staying at courtyard marriott in Des plains . Looking for some casual eateries/breweries around neighborhood. Would also like to take L into town Sunday. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

You might consider staying in Chicago as well. Some of the top hotels have very good rates this time of year (or use Priceline for even better rates). The deal Xavier put together at the Westin is pretty good with a special parking rate. But 4 star hotels under $100 a night can be found and googling "best chicago parking" will show you some options.

To answer your question, The Ram is thought to be pretty good right near the arena.

Oh, I heard from campus that NOW is the best time to register especially if you want to order your game tickets in a Xavier section. Although, there should be plenty of tickets available later too. I've heard Sec 113 and 111.

[XULucho27]

A couple of us '08 grads have made arrangements to rent out the "Demon Deck" at AllState Arena for the game. We've already distributed our allotment of twenty tickets. However, there might also be a bus put together to take this group of animals from Merkle's in Wrigleyville up to AllState Arena. I won't be a part of the bus shenanigans but there might be extra space available. As information becomes readily available, I will update in this thread.

I hope to meet some of you crazy kids at the game! I'll be the only Puerto Rican in a Xavier hoodie. Come find me and I'll buy you a drink (i'm like a latino leprechaun or something).

[Muskie]

What in the world is the Demon Deck?

If it's what I think it is... it might be the perfect solution for that awkward space behind the student section where the Cafeteria used to be and could incorporate that "walkway".

[XULucho27]

What in the world is the Demon Deck?

If it's what I think it is... it might be the perfect solution for that awkward space behind the student section where the Cafeteria used to be and could incorporate that "walkway".


The Blue Demon Party Deck at Allstate Arena - $500
Enjoy your own private area at Allstate Arena above section 105 by reserving the Blue Demon Party Deck for your next social gathering. Your guests can relax and mingle on the spacious party deck while watching some of the best in NCAA men's basketball. The party deck package also includes 20 game tickets and four parking passes. Catering services are also available on the party deck for an additional charge.

Comes out to $25 per ticket in a reserved area. Cheaper than lower bowl seats and parking passes if you're inclined to drive. We just did it as an easy way to get 20 people in the same area without having to reserve an entire row or section.

I find it hilarious that DePaul sells it to opposing team's fans. It's actually kind of sad.

[Muskie]

Comes out to $25 per ticket in a reserved area. Cheaper than lower bowl seats and parking passes if you're inclined to drive. We just did it as an easy way to get 20 people in the same area without having to reserve an entire row or section.

I find it hilarious that DePaul sells it to opposing team's fans. It's actually kind of sad.

Your money is just as good as A DePaul fan.

[UCGRAD4X]

Your money is just as good as A DePaul fan.

...maybe better...

[X-ROX]

You might consider staying in Chicago as well. Some of the top hotels have very good rates this time of year (or use Priceline for even better rates). The deal Xavier put together at the Westin is pretty good with a special parking rate. But 4 star hotels under $100 a night can be found and googling "best chicago parking" will show you some options.

To answer your question, The Ram is thought to be pretty good right near the arena.

Oh, I heard from campus that NOW is the best time to register especially if you want to order your game tickets in a Xavier section. Although, there should be plenty of tickets available later too. I've heard Sec 113 and 111.

Thanks for the suggestions. The Ram is on our list of stops . Already have tickets behind bench.... Bringing the MOJO to Allstate arena !!!

[American X]

The Ram is thought to be pretty good right near the arena.

Is this the designated pre-game bar or just a suggestion?

[Mel Cooley XU'81]

I'm all for designating it.

Haven't seen an alternative.

OK, I'll be there with two teens.

http://www.theram.com/locations/il-rosemont/

2.5 miles to Allstate Arena.

Cheers!

[WCWIII]

Is this the designated pre-game bar or just a suggestion?

I know some of the faithful are meeting at Merkle's. If you have time or are already in the city, Merkle's would be good for lunch prior to the game. If you are heading straight to Rosemont, then the Ram (as designated by Mel) should be good place to meet up.

[xupuck10]

We have 4 of us going and we will be going to the Ram before hand. I'm coming from work in Schaumburg so Merkles is logically out. Planning on getting there around 1.

[Professor X]

I have 4 tix available for the Demon Deck, $25 a ticket if anyone is interested. See previous post: http://www.xavierhoops.com/showpost.php?p=423917 or shoot me a message.

[American X]

See you at The Ram around 1:30pm. I will be the guy in a Xavier shirt with two Leprechaun-ish bodyguards.

[danaandvictory]

Someone buy a beer for "Mel" for me.