[Ubuntu Chicago] Doc travel plans

[Matt Griffin]

On Jan 14, 2010, at 3:12 PM, Steve Woodruff wrote:

> On Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 2:51 PM, Nathan M. Murray <nathan at yotux.com> wrote:
>> Hi everyone:
>> 
>> I am planning on attending doc jam.  I will be coming in on metra via fox lake.  Anyone offer details on how to get to the venue from union station?
>> 
>> Thanks for any help
>> 
>> Nathan M
>> 
> 
> Hello Nathan.
> 
> There seem to be a couple different options to get from Union Station
> to OnShore. I think your best bet would be to go to Google maps, and
> look up the directions in more detail. The address of Union Station
> is:
> 210 South Canal Street
> Chicago, IL 60606
> 
> and the address for OnShore Inc. (where the Jam is):
> 1407 W. Chicago Ave.
> Chicago IL
> 
> There are various routes if you're interested in taking a cab,
> walking, or even using public transport to get there. There's a bus
> line, and a CTA train that run through the area which you might be
> able to use to cut down on some walking time.
> 
> I'll probably be getting on at either Fox Lake or Round Lake, on the
> same Metra line you'll be taking. If we wind up heading down there at
> the same time and bump into each other I could always help you get to
> the Jam.

Catch the 56 bus (Northbound to Jefferson Park) outside Ogilve (500 W. Madison - you can probably wait inside to stay warm) and take it to Chicago Ave. Then get on the 66 (Westbound to Austin) and hop off at Noble.
http://ctabustracker.com 

Matt