[Grad_history_students] October at the Chicago Architecture Foundation

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CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION UPDATEOCTOBER 2009




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See the Wright side of the tracks: October 3
The last "Frank Lloyd Wright Neighborhoods by Bus" tour of the season is fast approaching and includes some famous homes not typically found on tourist routes. Learn more...



Churches by Bus: October 10
There are still a few spots left on this annual block-buster tour. The churches visited on the tour change every year, see what's in store for 2009 and make reservations today.



Green Metropolis Lecture and Book Signing
New Yorker staff writer David Owen argues that living in cities is the best way to be green, October 1, 6pm lecture; 7:30pm book signing. Learn more...  



Docent Education Program applications due October 15th
Interviews are taking place this fall for the next annual docent training set to start in January, 2010. For full details and to download an application.



Celebrate architecture at the 2009 Patron of the Year awards
Plan to celebrate outstanding architecture-and the people who make it happen-at the University Club of Chicago on November 19th. Tickets, tables, and a limited number of sponsorships are still available. Nominations remain open through October 2. For more, visit www.architecture.org/patron



Burnham and Bennett from the Boat with Geoffrey Baer
CAF docent and WTTW Channel 11 program host Geoffrey Baer leads a special river cruise that looks at infrastructure and planning as they relate to the 1909 Plan of Chicago. October 3, 5-8pm. Learn more...



Places with Faces CAFamily Studio Sunday
Make a mask, learn about the art of stone carving, and take a walking tour of the Loop to seek and find faces on places including the Crown Fountain. Sunday, October 18 from 11am to 3pm. Free Learn more...



Bungalow Belt by Bus (north route): October 18
This is the last Bungalow Belt tour of the season! Explore the neighborhoods and learn about the beautiful yet practical Chicago Bungalows. For details... 



What's new, Chicago? Find out on October 24th
Let Chicago Architecture Foundation expert docents introduce the latest and greatest designs in Chicago. The "Emerging Chicago" bus tour changes annually to highlight the city's best cutting-edge design. For details... 



Inside & out at the Modern Wing
The Art Institute's Modern Wing has taken the art world by storm. See the big designs and small details that have made this new building such a hit.
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Behind the Scenes in Pilsen: October 25 
This "members only" tour of the historic Pilsen neighborhood includes a look at the latest and most innovative architecture in the area. Includes lunch at a local restaurant! For details... 



Travel to Portland this October
Green, Livable, Sustainable, Beautiful, Great Public Transit: Portland is a magnet for today's urban traveler. October 22-25. For details ...



Women of Achievement Event to Honor CAF October 14
Chicago Architecture Foundation Docents will provide a Women of Influence presentation and 12 Chicago women will be honored, including Lynn Osmond, Chicago Architecture Foundation President and CEO. Oct. 14, 5:30 pm event is free; provided by Chicago Real Estate Women (CREW) RSVP at hkevents at hklaw.com (mailto:hkevents at hklaw.com) 



Evolution of the Skyscraper
See a fantastic line-up of leading experts convene to discuss the state of tall buildings at a conference sponsored by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. Discounted rate for Chicago Architecture Foundation members, October 22-23.




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