Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Mo fotos froma da Casino

As it turns out, The Casino has nothing to do with gambling. The name supposedly originally meant a gathering place. At least that's what The Casino members say, and I'm not inclined to argue with anyone who's managed to keep a black, one-story private club house in the middle of downtown Chicago for more than 80 years.

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Above: Jim Price introduces Robin, the Guest of Honor.
Below: Robin gives a brief pre-dinner talk.
Bottom: The double-swan motif that decorates the room.


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