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A guy walks into a bar with a monkey. The monkey grabbed some olives off the bar and ate them.Then he grabbed some sliced limes and ate them. He then jumped onto the pool table and grabbed one of the balls.To everyone's amazement, he stuck it in his mouth and somehow swallowed it whole. The bartender looked at the guy and said, "Did you see what your Monkey just did?" "No, what?" "He just ate the cue ball off my pool table...whole!" "Yeah, that doesn't surprise me," replied the guy, "he eats everything in sight, don't worry, I'll pay for the cue ball." The guy ďŹ nished his drink, paid his bill, paid for the stuff the Monkey ate and left. Two weeks later the guy came back, and had his monkey with him. He ordered a drink and the monkey started running around the bar. The Monkey found a maraschino cherry on the bar. He grabbed it, stuck it up his butt, pulled it out, and then ate it. Then the monkey found a peanut, and again stuck it up his butt, pulled it out, and ate it. The bartender asked, "Did you see what your monkey just did?" "No, what?" replied the man. "Well, he stuck both a maraschino cherry and a peanut up his butt, pulled them out, and ate them!" "Yeah, that doesn't surprise me," replied the guy. "He will eat anything, but ever since he had to pass that cue ball, he measures everything ďŹ rst." 773.213.4597
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Having Good Times Outdoors During my physical examination, my doctor asked me about my physical activity level. I described a typical day this way: "Well, yesterday, I took a four hour walk over about 7 miles, through some pretty rough terrain. I waded through the native grass. I pushed my way through brambles. I got sand in my shoes and in my eyes. I narrowly avoided stepping on a rattlesnake. I climbed several rocky hills. I took a few 'leaks' behind some big trees. The mental stress of it all left me shattered. At the end of it all, I drank a bunch of beers" Inspired by the story, the doctor said, "You must be one hell of an outdoorsman!" "No," I replied, "I'm just a sh*tty golfer".
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Pope’s Tweets Engage and Evangelize
February is a Big Month for Hearts
Pope Benedict XVI hit the 1 million Twitter follower mark as he sent his first tweet from a new account. He blessed his online fans and urged them to listen to Christ. He encouraged a busy mom in the United States to, "Offer everything you do to the Lord. Ask his help in all the circumstances of daily life, and remember that he is always beside you." All the questions he answered had been posted by followers from the West, where Benedict is concentrating his new evangelism campaign to revive Catholics' faith and practice. The 85-year-old Benedict used a tablet brought to him after his general audience and after a solemn announcer who intoned, "And now, the pope will tweet." His Twitter address for questions is #askpontifex.
Cheaper Stocks on Feb. 15? In 16 of the last 21 years, Standard & Poor's 500-stock index has been down on the last trading day before Presidents' Day, which is February 18 this year. If the trend holds true, Friday, February 15 could be a good day to get a bargain price on stocks.
Social Security Has Changed Its Numbering System The Social Security Administration has taken a step that makes it more difficult for thieves to guess your card number. Since 1972, the first three digits were related to the ZIP code in the mailing address provided on the application for a Social Security card. Generally, numbers were assigned beginning in the northeast and moving westward. So people on the East Coast had the lowest numbers and those on the West Coast had the highest numbers. That's no longer the case. The first three digits are now randomly assigned. Existing Social Security numbers have not been changed.
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American Heart Month may be the most important health-related event of the year. At least we think so, because we have a "heartfelt" concern for you. Take a few minutes away from your work to consider what you personally can do to keep your heart strong and beating regularly. Even if you know the drill, check your blood pressure, decide if you'd be healthier if you lost a few pounds, and figure out whether those potato chips and cookies are your best choice for break time. They're loaded with cholesterol! The next thing in the month of hearts is Valentine's Day. Make your sweetheart or partner know you care by giving a card or a flower (forget the candy because you'll eat your share of that). If your sweetheart's happy, chances are that you'll be happy too. When it comes to your boss and your co-workers, be sure to "have a heart" for them. Try to understand where they're coming from and what they're dealing with. Offer to help if you can. A pleasant "good morning" can move you and your co-workers toward a polite and caring day. Who could be rude after that nice greeting? We know you don't have to be reminded to put your heart into your work. You're probably already doing it, which explains why you're making such an important contribution to the organization. CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITE @ WWW.WHATSUPXTRA.COM
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Man Said One Word Too Many I was at the bar the other night and overheard three very hefty women talking at the bar. Their accent appeared to be Scottish, so I approached and asked, "Hello, are you three lassies from Scotland?" One of them angrily screeched, "It's Wales, Wales you bloody idiot!" So I apologized and replied, "I am so sorry. Are you three whales from Scotland?" And that's the last thing I remember.
Love doesn't make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. Franklin P. Jones, humorist and writer
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Preacher Finds Temporary Speach Problem
A small church had a very attractive big busted organist, and her breasts were so large that they bounced and jiggled while she played the organ. Unfortunately, she distracted the congregation considerably. The very proper church ladies were appalled. They said something had to be done about this or they would have to get another organist. So, one of the ladies approached her very discreetly about the problem, and told her to mash up some green persimmons and rub them on her nipples and over her breasts, which should cause them to shrink in size, but warned her not to taste any of the green persimmons, because they are so sour they will make your mouth pucker up, and you won't be able to talk properly for awhile. The voluptuous organist reluctantly agreed to try it. The following Sunday morning the minister walked up to the pulpit and said...“Dew to thircumsthanthis bewond my contwol, we will not hab a thermon tewday.” FACEBOOK.COM/WASSUPXTRAMAGAZINE
True Romance A wife sent her husband a text, “If you’re sleeping, send me your dreams. If you’re laughing, send me your smile. If you’re eating, send me a bite. If you’re drinking, send me a sip. If you’re crying, send me your tears. Honey I love you.” Her husband replied, “I’m takin’ a shit. What should I do?”
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Wino: Shandy Gerard Smells like: Maui Wowie Likes: Cheese Whiz and Ninja Turtles Dislikes: Bathing in Lake Michigan in January Jaheeb the Cab Driver asks: I'm really tired of all the bullshit going on in Washington. What party do you support?
Gay Man Becomes Successful Ranch Hand
A successful rancher died and left everything to his devoted wife. She was a nice looking woman, determined to keep the ranch but knew very little about ranching, so she decided to place an ad in the newspaper for a ranch hand. Two cowboys applied for the job. One gay and the other was a drunk. She thought long and hard about who to hire, but when no one else applied she decided to hire the gay one, figuring it would be safer to have him around the house than the drunk. He proved to be a hard worker who put in long hours every day and knew a lot about ranching. For weeks, the two of them worked together well, and the ranch was doing good. Then one day, the rancher's widow said to the hired hand, "You have done a really good job, and the ranch looks great. You should go into town and kick up your heels." The hired hand readily agreed and went into town one Saturday night. But by one o'clock he didn't return. Two o'clock came and went and still no hired hand. Finally he returned a round two-thirty, and upon entering the room, he found the rancher's widow sitting by the fireplace with a glass of wine, waiting for him. She quietly called him over to her…"Unbutton my blouse and take it off," she said. Trembling, he did as she directed. "Now take off my boots." He did as she asked, ever so slowly. "Now take off my socks." He removed each gently and placed them neatly by her boots. "Now take off my skirt." He slowly unbuttoned it, constantly watching her eyes in the fire light. "Now take off my bra." Again, with trembling hands, he did as he was told and dropped it to the floor. Then she looked at him and said, "If you ever wear my clothes into town again, you're fired."
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Dear Jaheeb, I'm a leader, not a follower. Well, except for maybe that one stripper last year, but I was eventually acquitted. Politically, I am a member of the Canadian Extreme Wrestling Party. This party of professional wrestlers chose their leader by holding a 12 man battle royale. That alone should be enough for the CEWP to go down as one of the greatest political parties ever formed. Imagine if that same decision making process was used by the Democrats and Republicans; voter turnout would skyrocket. While the party has been inactive since 2000, I feel there will be a big comeback any day now. Victoria the Socialite asks: My husband is an idiot has given up a perfectly good job as a merchant banker. He claims he wants to return to his father’s working-class roots by becoming a coal miner. How low can he sink? Wino: Depends on what pit he gets a job in you gold-digging bitch...lmao!
Shirley the Lunch Lady asks: Things have changed as my husband has gotten older. I am a bit on the conservative side although I still long to share "intimacy" with him and was hoping you might have a few creative suggestions for me to rekindle the fire this Valentine's Day. Wino: Ok "Ms. Conservative", do you want to get laid or not. If it's the "schlong" you crave then you are going to have to listen closely. Dog collars, midgets, swings, toys, swing toys, and manipulating toys in a swing with midgets. Good Luck! P.S. Just in case, I sent you my cell phone number in the reply email. Oh, and I always BYOM (Bring my Own Midget).
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La La’s Love Letters Dear La La, I was wondering, do you prefer your man to be aggressive or submissive when it comes to sex? Pick only one or the other and please tell why. Tiemeup Tyrone
Dear La La, Studies reveal that 45-55% of married women and 50-60% of married men engage in extramarital sex at some time or another during their marriage. Do you believe this to be true? That seems very high and really disappointing :( Lifelong Lolita
Dear Tie Me Up, I personally like my man to be aggressive because I like to feel desired, and when he takes the reins, I feel sexy. While I equally share in “making the first move,” I don’t really get off on dominating or being in control. Having the power does nothing for my libido, but I know plenty of girls who LOVE it!
Dear Lifer, Since half of marriages end in divorce, those statistics sound about right. From a personal standpoint, I think a lot of people marry others because they are in love with them at that point in their life. But humans are constantly changing. Habits, tastes, lifestyles are examples of variable attributes that will differ from year to year. A successful marriage is based on a foundation where both parties will still be in love as these things change for each person. If that foundation is nonexistent, then you can be sure as shit that voids will be created, which can later be filled by someone else outside of the marriage. Even if my little theory is wrong, I agree that the mentioned studies are disappointing. Marriage should require a very in-depth examination before investing time, money, and life into the commitment.
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Dear La La, I have been seeing this guy but not officially dating, for about 3 years and we are best friends. He claims that he loves me as a best friend but doesn't have those "in love" feelings for me even though his friends think he does. I just want to know if its humanly possible for a guy not to have any feelings whatsoever for someone he's been best friends with and having a sexual relationship with for about three years? I'm confused and don't know what to do? Confused Karen Dear Confused, Stop wasting your time! Yes, it’s absolutely possible for a guy not to have “in love” feelings after that all that time. He gets to have sex, without having to deal with commitment-- he is having his cake and eating it too—what guy wouldn’t want that? All while you hinder yourself from falling for someone else that WILL love you back. While you’ve been investing feelings, the real Mr. Right could have came into your life, and you wouldn’t even have seen it because you’re waiting on your friend to reciprocate! If it was going to happen, it would have happened by now. Stop thinking that things are going to change. Stop having sex with your friend if you are wanting something more. Stop being confused. That’s what you have to do. Move on. Dear La La, Is it okay if all a man wants is sex? I mean if you think about it, women are always complaining about us guys letting them down or hurting their feelings so wouldn't it just be easier to skip the crap? Everything else requires responsibility that involves playing with truth and lies, ups and downs. Cant someone just want pleasures without all the added details? Or am I just a big asshole? Testosterone Ted Dear Testy Ted, There are plenty of women out there who would totally be down for a solely sexual relationship. But it’s not like you can just walk up to a woman and ask if she’s one of them. Unfortunately, it’s still sociably taboo for a woman to only want sex without being called derogatory names, so most keep this desire anonymous through hidden social groups. I have a male friend that swears by Craig’s List for finding these types of hookups, but I do not want to recommend it, due to the safety that is put at risk when you meet with an online encounter. I’m simply citing it as an example. I wish there was something I can endorse for you, but all I can say is that you’re not an asshole, and there are people who fit what you are seeking.
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Dear La La, What is it with guys and older women? I was looking at some of the porn my boyfriend has on his computer, which isn’t an issue for me, but what I can’t figure out is why he and so many guys are into older women? I’m not saying it’s bad, I just don’t get it. He’s 22 and he’s got pictures and videos of women that are old enough to be his mom. So what is it with guys and the whole “MILF” thing? Little Peggy Sue Dear Peggy, It’s hard for me to answer, since I’m not a dude, but every attraction or fantasy stems from something. Maybe the guys like how it’s a little taboo. Or, I’ve heard older women are great in bed because they are experienced and more inhibited. Or maybe when he was younger he had I reached out to my Facebook a hot, older woman (Facebook.com/LaurenStrec), turn him on, and now it’s burned into his and asked the guys what they brain as erotic. saw in an older hook-up I reached out to my Facebook (Facebook.com/LaurenStrec), and asked the guys what they saw in an older hook-up. The consensus was that the older women know what they want, and know how to do it, without any games involved. Pretty much boils down to just some straight-forward, phenomenal, casual sex, and that’s it. I think that’s understandable!
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The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate,' and breakfast had been included had she wanted it. She insisted on speaking to the Manager. The Manager appeared and, forewarned by the desk clerk, announced "This hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference center which are available for use." "But I didn't use them." ''Well, they are here, and you could have." He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows for which they were so famous. "We have the best entertainers from the world over performing here." "But I didn't go to any of those shows." "Well, we have them, and you could have." No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, "But I didn't use it!" and the Manager countered with his standard response. After several minutes of discussion, and with the Manager still unmoved, she decided to pay, wrote a check and gave it to him. The Manager was surprised when he looked at the check. "But Madam, this check is for only $50.00." "That's correct I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me." "But I didn't!" "Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have."
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What We Know About the World is Constantly Changing The title of Samuel Arbesman's book gives you a good idea of what he's about to tell you with it’s title The Half-Life of Facts: Why Everything We Know Has an Expiration Date. He takes you on a riveting journey through facts that are contrary to what seems intuitively right away. That's because much of what you consider to be fact was learned in school (like brontosaurus was a real dinosaur species) or read in a book, and much of that knowledge is now outdated. Samuel Arbesman is a mathematician in the field of scientometrics, which is the science of science. If that sounds a bit daunting, never fear, reviewers at Amazon.com say the book is very approachable as he takes apart the very idea of a fact, examining what knowledge is, and how it changes. The author is in favor of searching for knowledge on the Internet. While some say making information easily available makes us dumb, Arbesman disagrees and encourages checking facts on the Internet. Online data, he says, is updated frequently, sometimes daily. One of his observations: any change in knowledge can be measured. We can know when facts are obsolete, the rate at which new facts are created, and even how facts are spread. He says
decisions makers can stay fresh by reading and by questioning long-held assumptions. Inc. magazine reviewers give this book a rating of nine out of a possible 10. It reports that Arbesman is a senior scholar at the Kauffman Foundation and a fellow at Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science, which creates analytical tools for researchers. While this book may seem technical, it promises to be refreshing for readers of science, decision makers, and perhaps, it will be a cautionary tale for politicians.
The Half-Life of Facts: Why Everything We Know Has an Expiration Date by Samuel Arbesman, Current, $16.21 at Amazon.com.
FEBRUARY HOROSCOPE ARIES: Opportunities for professional growth will be plentiful in the coming months. Advice from mentors and associates will point you in the right direction. TAURUS: It might be time to assume an easier pace. Don't push yourself so hard and you'll find your results are much better. At the very least, focus one thing at a time. GEMINI: When you keep your goal in mind and zero in on what you want, you'll find yourself moving in that direction. Stay on top of your game at the same time. CANCER: When big, unexpected expenses come your way, remember that you are still in control. Bite the bullet and turn into a frugal accountant. In time, all will be well. LEO: If there's been a change on the work front that has altered dynamics, a reality check will give a clearer picture of what you have to work with and how to succeed. VIRGO: Sometimes you have to put yourself first, especially with your health. Exercise and diet are basic, but isn't it time to see a doctor about that nagging symptom?
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LIBRA: A three-day weekend over Presidents' Day could be the perfect time to relax on a short trip. You will revitalize yourself after working hard since New Year's Day. SCORPIO: On Valentine's Day, you can give a gift or an evening out, but be sure that the lines of communication are open and you're speaking from the heart. SAGITTARIUS: The stars say circumstances are in your favor. Doubts and uncertainty will vanish and you'll get a clearer vision of things. Don't make that big decision yet. CAPRICORN: In February, adding fuel to your passions will help you see what could be on the horizon. Your professional instincts help steer you in the right direction. AQUARIUS: Take your creativity home with you. Rearrange furniture, paint a wall or just add an attractive throw rug or pillow. You'll be pleased when you come home. PISCES: Even if the wind is against you, keep your rudder straight. Some may say you're wrong, but if you trust their opinions instead of your own, it will complicate your life. CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITE @ WWW.WHATSUPXTRA.COM
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True MMA fans won’t want to miss the biggest event, with the most to lose come Friday, March 1st at Cicero Stadium. The event will feature a 205 pound four man tournament, a Lightweight & Heavyweight title fight, and former WWE Star Ivelisse Velez’s MMA debut. “Witness the Beginning” has an MMA superstar line up promising the best fighters in the Midwest to take shape with over 15 fights scheduled for the night. The real “March Madness” starts on the 1st, so don’t wait to get your tickets to this blockbuster event. Tickets are available now online at www. FightCard.net
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BAR DIRECTORY Alsip Bar 122 Dakota Inn Southsides
12219 S. Pulaski 12119 S. Crawford 11860 S Cicero
708-597-1122 708-388-6622 708-371-1133
6301 W. 73rd
708-728-6500
6715 W. Ogden Ave 6615 Roosevelt Rd 7138 Windsor 7011 Ogden Ave 6305 26th St 3144 S. Oak Park Ave 6814 W. Windsor 6300 W. Ogden
708-484-1043 708-788-2118 708-795-1100 708-484-9464 708-484-2466 708-637-4430 708-749-2484 708-795-1298
8000 S. Roberts Rd 7600 S. Harlem 8500 S. Harlem 7801 W. 79th Pl
708-594-5600 708-496-0300 708-598-7000 708-728-9696
361 N. Schmidt 730 N. Bolingbrook 132 N. Bolingbrook 220 Beacon Ridge 431 W. Boughton Rd 594 N. Pinecrest
630-459-6084 630-739-4646 630-739-1364 630-739-9810 630-679-1992 630-739-0575
Bedford Park Buzz Bomb
Berwyn
Cigars and Stripes Fitzgeralds James Joyce Pub Juniors Kickoffs Off The Traxx Perception Lounge Tiger O’Stylies
Bridgeview All Star Sports Bar Illusions Tiger’s Lounge X’s & O’s Lounge
Bolingbrook Clemente’s Pub Gonzo’s Panama Connect Quarterdeck Tailgators T&T Lounge
Brookfield Irish Times Joe’s Saloon Johnny B’s Bar Local Bar Slager’s Bar
8869 Burlington` 9220 W. 47th 8436 Brookfield 3733 Grand Blvd 9308 47th
708-485-8787 708-485-9640 708-485-4504 708-255-5551 708-387-0317
5700 W. 79th 6501 W. 79th 5616 N. 87th 5406 W. 79th St 6353 W. 79th St 8642 S. Cicero 7107 W. 79th
708-529-3547 708-229-8700 708-423-1570 708-423-1523 708-233-9148 708-424-3720 708-599-6399
14540 S Torrence Ave 3000 E. 138th St
708-862-3139 708-933.6360
666 Hirsch Avenue 148 155th Street 335 154th Place 31 154th Place 816 Burnham Avenue 1245 Burnham Ave
708-891-9290 708-891-9073 708-862-2386 708-891-9748 708-832-3847 708-862-2966
Burbank Castle Inn Chuck’s Voodoo Dalton's Pub Durbins Frank's Place Maggie McGuires Tic N Tin Tap
Burnham Brown Jug Tally Ho
Calumet City Bagley’s Boss’s Lounge John L’s Place Lauers Pub Harry O’s The Hideaway
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55th Street Pub
4201 W. 55th St.
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Chicago Ridge Bearhawks Bobby McGee’s O’Connor Pub Jack Desmond Jessie's Tavern Nickobee’s Lucky's Lounge
10236 Ridgeland 10139 S. Harlem 5900 W. 111th 10339 Ridgeland 10501 Ridgeland 10301 Southwest 6605 95th St
708-424-0830 708-529-3526 708-422-6400 708-857-7910 708-499-0048 708-499-2643 708-237-3776
9901 W. 55th 917 W. 55th 10901 Joliet Rd
708-354-3333 708-354-0991 708-246-3188
802 Theodore 1200 Cedarwood 20631 W. Renwick 2115 Plainfield 2357 Plainfield
815-726-3401 815-741-4318 815-838-5234 815-744-4159 815-725-2252
13602 S. Cicero 13430 S. Cicero 13815 Cicero Ave 13430 S Cicero
708-388-8862 708-371-7665 708-597-2415 708-371-7665
1358 Main St 1338 Main St 940 Steger Rd
708-672-9449 708-279-7163 708-672-1167
8109 S. Cass Ave
630-739-2999
Flossmore Station 1035 Sterling Ave North Woods 800 Kedzie Ave
708-957-2739 708-957-5600
Countryside Harry’s bar Kenny’s Tavern Rafferty’s
Crest Hill
Bada Brew Bobby McGees Chaoz Sports Gusto’s Marty’s Place
Crestwood Brazen Head Doc’s Lounge Mitch's Pub Pockets Billiards
Crete Chuck's Place Ignorant Bliss NorthWoods
Darien
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Flossmore
Frankfort
Jameson Pub 9545 W. Saint Francis Local Bar 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy Old Plank Tavern 113 Kansas
815-469-0500 815-469-9450 815-464-1004
Hazel Crest Sidebar 167
Hickory Hills Cravens Pub Kowal's Bar Prime Time
Homer Glen Cool River Davidson Bar Mullets Pelican Harrys
2905 W. 167th St
708-596-5055
8833 W. 87th St 9401 S. Roberts Rd 7750 W. 95th St
708-237-1705 708-598-0835 708-599-2333
12622 W. 159th 14136 S. Bell Rd 14903 S. Bell Rd 14807 Founders Xing
708-301-8006 708-645-0000 708-645-7000 708-301-5555
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BAR DIRECTORY Homewood Fifth Quarter Tap Lassen’s Bar Ridgewood Tap
18105 Dixie Hwy 2131 183rd 2059 Ridge Rd
708-798-2710 708-957-2220 708-798-1414
Joliet Izzy’s
507 Theodore St
815-727-4999
Davern’s Tavern 8527 W. 79th New Bridges Bar 8531 W. 79th
708-924-6003 708-728-9990
Lansing J.J. Kelley’s Kilroy’s
2455 Bernice Rd 3502 Ridge Rd
708-474-9977 708-895-5233
Lemont Canal St Pub Illinois Bar Nick’s Tavern The Vault Tom’s Place Stonehouse Pub
309 Canal St 1131 State St 221 Main St 308 Canal St 110 Stephen St 103 Stephen St
630-257-7438 630-257-0666 630-257-6564 630-312-8380 630-257-9875 630-257-1300
Lockport Carters Place Fat Sam’s Jackie’s Place Paradise Bay Outpost Stella’s On State
122 W. 9th 122 E. 9th 1016 S. State 105 W 10th St 14929 Archer Ave 823 S. State St
815-838-7881 815-838-4420 815-588-0715 815-838-6513 815-836-8893 815-834-2780
Lyons Tap Marlin’s McCafferty’s Pub Ricky D’s Place
8143 W. 47th 7236 Pershing Rd 8107 Ogden 7901 Ogden
708-853-9600 708-442-2645 708-442-0630 708-442-8688
McCook All Star Bar
7949 W. 47th
708-442-8600
3625 W 159th 15745 Kedzie Ave
708-331-5860 708-225-1844
Lyons
Markham
Merrionette Park 115 Bourbon Street 3359 W. 115th
708-388-8881
Midlothian Durbin’s Jack’s Place Sullivans
14753 S. Cicero 3915 147th St. 4660 147th St
708-687-1700 708-489-2250 708-385-4100
10160 W. 191st 18700 Old LaGrange Rd 9630 Willow
708-479-6873 708-478-3610 708-479-1302
2101 Calistoga
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Mokena 191 South Morgan’s Post Game Pub
New Lenox Charleston’s
Bar Tini Lounge Sweet Spot
2433 DesPlaines 2531 DesPlaines
708-853-9143 708-443-5770
15400 Cicero 15501 S.Cicero 15427 Cicero
708-535-4800 708-535-8960 708-535-6374
Oak Forest Blarney Stone Marcotte’s Tap's Pub
Oak Lawn
Justice
Envy’s Pub George's Place
North Riverside
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Cullens Pub 9953 Southwest Hwy Demma's Bar 5805 W. 87th Pl George's Lounge 5407 W. 95th Goal Post 5207 W. 95th St. Hot Corner 4913 W. 95th St Inn Zone Bar 9904 Southwest Hwy Murphy's Law 9247 S. Cicero Quigley’s 4010 W. 111th R Place Lounge 9848 Southwest Hwy St James 5305 W. 95th St. Tailgators 9256 S. Cicero Tavern on the West End 6950 W 95th St
708-424-7286 708-636-1240 708-636-0223 708-422-5275 708-422-1884 708-636-1555 708-952-4774 708-425-1330 708-423-1350 708-430-1298
Orland Park Coaches Corner Danny’s Corner Fat Sams Jordans Pub Zantes Lounge
8116 W. 143rd St 9400 W, 143rd St 15896 S. LaGrange Rd 13500 S. Harlem 8888 W. 159th St
708-364-1026 708.226.9223 708-403-0733 708-460-8330 708-364-0100
Palos Heights Joe Daniels Sam Bucas Mister Mo’s X’s & O’s Lounge
12218 S. Harlem 12231 S. Harlem 7214 College Dr 6405 W. 127th
708-923-9902 708-361-1226 708-671-0288 708-824-9600
10154 S. Roberts Rd 11011 Southwest 8300 W. 107th St. 9750 S. Roberts Rd 10307 S Roberts Rd
708-598-8881 708-974-9085 708-974-0509 708-576-8142 708-233-6400
15014 S. DesPlaines 24001 W. Lockport 24035 W. Lockport 7162 Caton 706 W Lockport 24002 W. Lockport 16108 S. Rte 59
815-609-0000 815-609-8445 815-436-9395 815-609-0192 815-436-4529 815-733-5148 815-782-7410
14401 S. Sherman 2838 W. 147th St 14344 S. Mckinley 14347 McKinley 14346 S. Western
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Palos Hills Durbin’s Red Velvet Valley Inn Village Pub Zante Lounge
Plainfield
Backdoor Pub Gunther’s Bar Gruben’s Tap McBride’s Pub O’Sullivan’s Pub Tap House The Penalty Box
Posen D & D's Tavern Granny's Place Guzzlers J&J’s Pub Posen Pub
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BAR DIRECTORY Romeoville Stone City Saloon 721 N Independence
805-524-4677
South Chicago Heights Baps Tap Prisco’s Tony G's
164 W. Sauk Trail 11 W. Sauk Tr 33 W. Sauk Tr
708-755-2277 708-248-5380 708-754-6848
An elderly woman walked into the Royal Bank of Canada one morning with a purse full of money. She wanted to open a savings account and insisted on talking to the president of the Bank because, she said, she had a lot of money.
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After many lengthy discussions (after all, the client is always right) an employee took the elderly woman to the president's office. The president of the Bank asked her how much she wanted to deposit. She placed her purse on his desk and replied, “$165,000.”
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The president was curious and asked her how she had been able to save so much money. The elderly woman replied that she made bets.
6611 Pershing Rd
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3600 North Ave
708-865-4411
The elderly woman replied, “Well, I bet you $25,000 that your testicles are square.”
7245 W. Archer
708-458-1900
The president started to laugh and told the woman that it was impossible to win a bet like that.
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708-429-7955 708-633-1144 708-532-1639 708-429-1000 708-429-7000 708-532-4409 708-532-9707
The woman never batted an eye. She just looked at the president and said, “Would you like to take my bet?”
708-839-1959 708-839-9508 708-839-8090
That night, the president became very nervous about the bet and spent a long time in front of the mirror examining his testicles, turning them this way and that, checking them over again and again until he was positive that no one could consider his testicles as square and reassuring himself that there was no way he could lose the bet.
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The president was surprised and asked, “What kind of bets?”
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Tinley Park Bailey’s Bar Cuzins Tavern Dendrino's Durbins JWHollsteins Old Tinley Pub Teehan's
Willow Springs Connies Grove Inn 8258 Kean Ave Friendly Tap 8240 Archer Ave Neon Moon Saloon 8236 Kean Ave
Willowbrook Kerry Piper Maxums Phillies Bar
7900 Joliet Rd 9300 S. Kingery 6300 S. Kingery
630-325-3732 630-789-6800 630-654-0101
6315 Main 1999 W 75th St
630-964-8454 630-985-5945
Woodbridge Cabana Charleys Shanahans
Square Testicles Appear To Be Normal
Worth Bar Code 111 7016 W 111th Street The Chieftan 6908 W 111th Street Phil Mc Krackens 6602 111th Street
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“Certainly”, replied the president. “I bet you $25,000 that my testicles are not square.” “Done”, the elderly woman answered. “But given the amount of money involved, if you don't mind I would like to come back at 10:00 tomorrow morning with my lawyer as a witness.” “No problem”, said the president of the Bank confidently.
The next morning at exactly 10:00am sharp the elderly woman arrived at the president's office with her lawyer and acknowledged the $25,000 bet made the day before that the president's testicles were square. The president confirmed that the bet was the same as the one made the day before. Then the elderly woman asked him to drop his pants so that she and her lawyer could see clearly. The president was happy to oblige. The elderly woman came closer so she could see better and asked the president if she could touch them. “Of course”, said the president. “Given the amount of money involved, you should be 100% sure.” The elderly woman did so with a little smile. Suddenly the president noticed that the lawyer was banging his head against the wall. He asked the elderly woman why he was doing that and she replied, “Oh, it's probably because I bet him $100,000 that around 10:00 in the morning I would be holding the balls of the President of the Royal Bank of Canada!” CHECK OUT OUR NEW WEBSITE @ WWW.WHATSUPXTRA.COM
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THE LIGHTER SIDE Calm in our lives Dr. Phil proclaimed, "The way to achieve inner peace is to finish all the things you have started and have never finished." So, I looked around my house to see all the things I started and hadn't finished. Before leaving the house this morning, I finished off a bottle of merlot, a bottle of Bailey's Irish Cream, a bottle of Kahlua, a package of Oreos, the remainder of my old Prozac prescription, the rest of the cheesecake, some Doritos, a box of chocolates and the rest of my halfgallon of Blue Bell Vanilla Bean ice-cream.
Anniversary Gift For their anniversary, a couple went out for a romantic dinner. Their teenage daughters said they would fix a dessert and leave it waiting. When they got home, they saw that the dining room table was beautifully set with china, crystal and candles, and there was a note that read: "Your dessert is in the refrigerator. We are staying with friends. So go ahead; do something we wouldn't do!" "I suppose," the husband responded dryly, "we could clean the house."
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1. During Medieval times, girls wore all black, ate unusual foods, or slept with as many men as possible on St. Valentine's Day to have a dream of their future husband?
2. In the middle Ages, people believed that the first unmarried person of the opposite sex you met on the morning of St. Valentine's Day would become your financial advisor, your housekeeper, or your spouse? 3. Was St. Valentine a member of the Roman Senate, a gigalo, the emperor of Rome, or a soldier? 4. On February 14th, Valentine was put to death, but left a note for his love, a jailer's daughter, signed "From Your Cupid", "From Your Homeboy", or "From Your Valentine"? 5. How many Valentines Day cards are sold each year? 50 million, 190 million,1 billion or who the hell really knows? 6. Where is Valentines Day not celebrated? China, Ethiopia, Italy or all of these? 7. Who is Cupid? In Roman mythology, he is the son of Venus, In Greek mythology, he is the child of love, In Norse mythology, he is a midget with anger-management issues? 8. The actor playing which member of the Brady Bunch was born on Valentine's Day in 1934? Mike Brady, Alice (the maid), Carol Brady, or Greg Brady? 9. Which of the following is NOT a real place? Loveland, CO, Valentine, TX, Lovelady, TX, or Lovemonkey, MI? 10. The most gifted item on Valentine's Day is flowers, vibrators, candy, or chocolate?
When the end of the world arrives how will the media report it? USA Today: WE'RE DEAD The Wall Street Journal: DOW JONES PLUMMETS AS WORLD ENDS Microsoft Systems Journal: APPLE LOSES MARKET SHARE Victoria's Secret Catalog: OUR FINAL SALE Sports Illustrated: GAME OVER
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Girls ate unusual foods Your spouse A soldier "From Your Valentine" 190 million
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6. All of these 7. In Roman mythology, he is the son of Venus 8. Carol Brady (Florence Henderson) 9. Lovemonkey, MI 10. Flowers
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It’s almost impossible to research diets on the internet today without coming across at least a dozen tips plans that promise to make us lose up to 5 pounds and two pant sizes in 15 minutes without putting forth any effort at all. Crazy right? But yet some people always appear healthy and thin while never seeming to feed into these crazy diet fads, or even dieting at all! So what’s the 411? Here are just a few easy lifestyle choices to incorporate into your daily routine that will help you shed those unwanted pounds for good this year and keep them off! 1) Don't deprive yourself. Enjoy the foods you love, but do it in moderation. Food doesn’t make you gain weight, the supersized portions do. 2) Eat until you feel satisfied, not stuffed. Put your fork down between every bite and stop eating before you feel like a Thanksgiving turkey. 3) Make sure half of your plate contains veggies. Vegetables are filled with fiber and water so they fill you up without filling you out. 4) When ordering out, always order the small version. Enough said! 5) Know yourself. If you can't stop yourself from hitting the bottom of the bag, then stick to items you can purchase in portion controlled sizes. (And no that doesn’t mean eat 6 of them.) 6) Skip the bread. It is just empty calories and when you are our which would you rather have? Pick you “poison” bread, dessert, or a yummy martini? Only one please. 7) Pack it Up. Ask for a carryout container to be brought with your meal and pack half of it away before you’re tempted to go to the “walk into the light”. 8) Stay hydrated. We often confuse hunger for thirst. So, drink a glass of water or herbal tea and then decide if you are still hungry when you are finished. Sixty four ounces a day is still the magic number. 9) Don't eat in front of the TV. You get lost in the show and lose track of how much you are consuming. 10) Carry snacks. Temptation is strong when you are hungry and faced with poor choices, so keep granola bars, a piece of fruit or a stash of trail mix nearby. Remember, weight loss success is a journey and about choosing a healthier lifestyle. Celebrate successes, forgive yourself when you screw up and this year just may be the year you celebrate a new and healthier you!
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There Are A Lot of Calories in Alcoholic Beverages When you decide to have a beer or a glass of wine, the number of calories involved may not even be on your mind. But those calories can add up fast. • Men ages 20 to 39 consume the most alcoholic beverage calories, 174 calories a day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. • About 20 percent of men and 5 percent of women drink beer on any given day; 4 percent of men and 7 percent of women drink wine. • Caloric intake from alcoholic beverages was slightly higher in people with the highest income levels. • According to the University of Rochester, a 1.5-oz. shot of liquor has between 115 and 200 calories, compared to a 4-oz. glass of wine that has between 62 and 160. • A 12-oz. can of light beer, depending on which brand, might have 100 calories or more. Regular beer has between 140 and 200 calories.
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Wine Tasting in Santa B Is there ever such a thing as too much wine? Not if you are in the magnificent wine country of Santa Barbara. Only a couple hours North up the coastline from Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is nestled between the steep, scenic Santa Ynez mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Santa Barbara, the county seat of Santa Barbara County, has a climate that is often described as Mediterranean and is the second largest city in the county after Santa Maria. Although somewhat urban, Santa Barbara is surrounded by unincorporated regions such as Isla Vista, Montecito, Mission Canyon, Hope Ranch, and Summerland. A visit to Santa Barbara is not complete without a day of driving through the Santa Ynez Mountains and touring the many awardwinning vineyards located throughout the region. On a recent trip to the Santa Barbara I enlisted the services of Captain Jack's Tours to take me on the "Sideways" wine tour.
1st Stop: A Wild & Pleasant Place.’ Kalyra
Sideways was a 2004 box office hit that won multiple awards for its screenplay. The story focused on two men in their forties, portrayed by Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church, who take a week-long road trip to Santa Barbara County Wine Country. Sideways was instrumental in putting Pinot Noir on the map. Pinot is a light to medium bodied dry red wine with dark fruit notes that is temperamental and can only be cultivated in a few select regions. Our first stop was at the tasting room at the Kalyra Winery. Australian-born winemaker Mike Brown is the owner and winemaker of this winery, which is a bit out of character from the other Santa Barbara wineries. The grapes actually come from Australia for these wines. In "Sideways", this is the winery where Jack meets Stephanie who is the pourer. The tasting room at Kalyra was remodeled for "Sideways" by the movie company.
Chase Carhartt pouring wine Not on the SIDEWAYS tour but an excellent tasting room
Wine of the Day: Carhartt 2010 FOURPLAY, a beautiful blend
Our next stop was at the Carhartt Vineyard and Winery located on the historic Rancho Santa Ynez and has been family owned and operated since the early 1950's. Although this vineyard was not featured in the movie, it was rich in history and exceptional wines. Mike Carhartt, owner of the vineyard, is the great-grandson of Hamilton Carhartt, founder of the Carhartt clothing company. Mike's father ventured West and made a life for his family in California. Although the clothing line is still family owned and operated by Mike's uncle, Mike and his two sons have chosen a very different lifestyle of farming and producing great wines. Firestone Vineyard, third on our tour, is one of the original wineries in Santa Barbara County. The winery began operation in 1972. Today the winery is housed in a very beautiful hillside setting. In the movie "Sideways", the four main characters, Miles, Jack, Maya, and Stephanie are bored with the wine tour and sneak away into the barrel room.
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a Barbara SIDEWAYS Style From Firestone, we headed back to our next to our next stop at Fess Parker Winery. Fess Parker made his fame and fortune as a TV actor playing the role of Davy Crockett in the late 50’s. Today, his winery and vineyard are making the fame and fortune. The winery, tasting room and grounds are the most lavish of any of the wineries in the Santa Barbara wine region. In "Sideways," this is one of the most memorable scenes. Miles learns that his book will not be published. Distraught, Miles returns to the tasting room and repeatedly asks for a refill. When he is refused, he grabs the dump bucket and guzzles. In the movie, this winery is called Frass Canyon. The last vineyard on our journey was the Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyard. Richard Sanford originally owned the Sanford Winery and Vineyards at the time the Sideways movie was made and since then has sold the winery to the Terlato Wine Group. Richard and his wife Thelka have opened a new winery nearby called Alma Rosa. Sanford was the first winery Miles and Jack visit on their trip. In this scene Miles explains the nuances of tasting wine to Jack. This is where he catches Jack chewing gum while tasting.
3rd Stop: Fess Parker, Lisa checking out the Davy Crockett Wine Hats and our fabulous Fess Parker Host
After hours of tasting magnificent wines the trip ends with a lovely dinner at the Hitching Post, the restaurant featured in many scenes throughout the movie. If you enjoy beautiful scenery, history, and fine wine this is most definitely a trip to add to your bucket list. For more information on visiting Santa Barbara go to www.santabarbara.com to help plan your perfect getaway!
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This is California Oak that Miles and Jack drove their Volvo into. These trees are not allowed to be cut down in California. Some time after the movie was shot the land was developed into a storage facility and the facility built around this famous SIDEWAY tree. FACEBOOK.COM/WASSUPXTRAMAGAZINE
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