MARYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL BAND
JAMIE MINNEMAN - DIRECTOR
DESTINATION: CHICAGO
DATES: MARCH 26 - 28, 2015
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
AS OF
January 13, 2015
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
11:00
AM
1-56 PAX Arrow Stage Lines coach arrives at Marysville High School; being loading
402.371.3850
1111 Walnut, Marysville, KS 66508
11:30
AM
Depart for Chicago, IL (603 miles; 11 hours driving time plus stops)
PM
Dinner en route (student cost)
PM
Arrive at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel
933 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, IL
847.498.6500
PM
Check in – lights out!
11:30
1 Private night time security guard at your hotel (10:30pm – 5:30am)
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
7:30
8:30
AM
AM
9:30
AM
10:00
11:30
12:15
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AM
PM
12:30
PM
1:00
2:00
4:30
PM
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PM
5:00
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6:00
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7:00
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9:00
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Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
Load motor coach; depart for the Shedd Aquarium
312.939.2438
1200 S. Lakeshore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
Arrive in Chicago at the Shedd Aquarium
One of the world’s largest indoor aquariums. The facility houses more than 32,600
aquatic animals representing some 1,500 species of fishes, reptiles, amphibians,
invertebrates, birds and mammals from around the world. Be sure to visit the reimagined Oceanarium, a world-class marine mammal pavilion with beluga whales,
dolphins, sea otters, sea lions, penguins, and the Fantasea aquatic show.
Entry into the Aquatic Show
Lunch at the aquarium (boxed lunch included)
Group walks to the Adler Planetarium
312.922.7827
1300 S. Lakeshore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
Arrive at the Adler Planetarium
America’s first Planetarium is a must see for groups of all ages. From our worldRenowned collection to immersive sky shows to interactive exhibitions and
Programs, the museum has something for everyone.
The Marysville High School Band performs at the Adler Planetarium
Destination Solar System
Load motor coach; depart for the Hard Rock Café
312.943.2252
63 W Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60654
Enjoy a group dinner at the Hard Rock Café
Menu to include: Choice of Hard Rock Hamburger with cheese and/or bacon; Honey
Mustard Grilled Chicken Sandwich; Veggie Burger; BBQ Pork Sandwich; or Classic Chicken
Caesar Salad; Fire Roasted Tomato Pasta; with chocolate chip cookies for dessert!
Load motor coach; transfer to the Briar Street Theater for tonight’s show.
3133 N Halsted
773.348.4000
Chicago, IL 60657
Enjoy a performance of Blue Man Group at the Briar Street Theater.
This global phenomenon mixes music, comedy and multimedia into show stopping
theatrical entertainment.
Return to your hotel
1 Private night time security guard at your hotel (10:30pm – 5:30am)
SATURDAY, MARCH 28
6:00
6:45
AM
AM
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
Check out of the hotel; load your motor coach
7:00
AM
8:00
8:15
AM
AM
Depart for VanderCook College of Music
312.788.1120
3140 S Federal Street
Chicago, IL 60616
Arrive at VanderCook College of Music
The Marysville High School Band participates in an instrumental clinic with Stacey
Larson Dolan
10:00 AM
Load motor coach; depart for downtown Chicago
10:30 AM
Arrive at North Michigan Avenue
From major fashion houses to trendy retailers, Michigan Avenue shopping fulfills
everyone’s retail fantasy. Whether it be “the little black dress,” the latest “it-bag” or
the newest "gotta have gadget," the retailers of The Magnificent Mile offer everything
your closet and home desires.
PM
Lunch at Water Tower Place (student cost)
1:00
PM
1:30
PM
Load motor coach; depart for the Willis Tower
877.759.3325
233 S Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Take the elevator to the top of the Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower)
Check out!
The Ledge brings an exhilarating new experience to the Skydeck. At 1,353 feet up,
other 103rd floor, the ledge provides never-before seen views of the city.
3:00
Load motor coach; depart for home (590 miles; 10:45 hours driving time plus stops)
PM
Evening
2:00
Dinner en route (student cost)
AM
Approximate arrival time at Marysville High School.