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9/11/ 2010 Meetup - at Galloping Ghost Arcade - Brookfield IL
top row:shieryda, CAG 79, ryosnk, slowdive21, mrosnwo, chi.bri
bottom row: Blackout, Ruben (ryosnk brother), dpac andWeaponX2099
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Hello, I am a Chicago guy so I would like to start a Chicago thread so maybe we can help each other out by letting Chicago area cheapasses find cheap deals.
:D


-Saturday, April 5 at 3PM Dunaly's on the Square 3137 W. Logan Blvd.-



7/31/2007
Would anyone be interested in a CAG Chicago meet up at game works (in woodfield)? They have a special for $10 on thursday for all you can play from 9 to midnight.

More info here: http://www.gameworks.com/events_deta...?location_id=6


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Chicago member List (Now I know who gets my games :wink: j/k)

akilshohen
Apossum
Birbo
bobo2k4
Chickenhawk
Darkside Hazuki
Dpac
EdS25
FlipSide
Flybrione
Gameboy415
heffaji
JJAPPLE
jaykrue
jonnyfivealive
Johnny Postman
Jonny Polychronopoulos
Loserboy
mario23air
Maynard
Minqqq
peccosan
Prepster
Ragingbull2380
Rig
rly723
Rocksolidaudio (1up located in San Francisco)
ryosnk (Addison and austin)
SEGA128DC
SeraphiMichael
shadd01
shieryda (located near Six Corners)
Slipknot9762
souNReAL
Stoneage
tmei03
tqm11
Vicious
Walt Jay
Watchman
WeaponX2099
Wiseguy


Here are some little known stores in the Chicagoland area.

VideoGames Etc.
4351 N. Harlem
Norridge, IL 60706

Gamerz Garage
6128 Cass Ave
Westmont, IL 60559

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We should do a meet up at Streets of Woodfield at GameWorks. I ghink it's been discussed here before but we should definitely set up a time in the future.
 
Since the weather is going to get nicer we should have a Chicago style softball game. It could be fun and after that we can get some food or drinks. What do you all think?
 
[quote name='ryosnk']Since the weather is going to get nicer we should have a Chicago style softball game. It could be fun and after that we can get some food or drinks. What do you all think?[/quote]
Sounds like fun. Im down.
 
[quote name='ryosnk']Since the weather is going to get nicer we should have a Chicago style softball game. It could be fun and after that we can get some food or drinks. What do you all think?[/quote]

Hell yes! Or we could play kick-ball.:D

Kilbourn Park? Does Portage Park have a field?
 
[quote name='ryosnk']Since the weather is going to get nicer we should have a Chicago style softball game. It could be fun and after that we can get some food or drinks. What do you all think?[/quote]


That sounds pretty good. Food is a must though after a softball ass whuppin'. :D

Portage Park has a couple baseball fields.
 
[quote name='Blackout']That sounds pretty good. Food is a must though after a softball ass whuppin'. :D

Portage Park has a couple baseball fields.[/quote]

We should try to get some of the JPAG members from Chicago together, too.
 
Too bad the meet up isn't very soon. I'm on vacation from work til the 13th.

And just checking to see if anyone is interested in some various D&D 2nd Edition books. I am getting nudged by the gf to get rid of them. But I don't want to get a dollar for all of them if I haul them to Half Price :) I'm looking to sell them cheap or trade them for other useless stuff that takes up less space (Hahahha).
 
[quote name='chicagoz']And just checking to see if anyone is interested in some various D&D 2nd Edition books. I am getting nudged by the gf to get rid of them. But I don't want to get a dollar for all of them if I haul them to Half Price :) I'm looking to sell them cheap or trade them for other useless stuff that takes up less space (Hahahha).[/quote]

Aw man, you mean there's no ebay market for them? I've also got a crate of 2E books (tons of Forgotten Realms shit) in my basement and another in my parents' basement. A couple of years ago I stopped in at http://www.games-plus.com/ in Mt. Prospect and asked if they bought collections, and they said yes, but it must be left there while they evaluate it. Never got around to it.
 
[quote name='Blackout']Damn Bulls dropped the ball. :cry:[/quote]

What the heck are you doing up so early, man? At least the Hawks won.

Does anyone have the Eternal Sonata strategy guide?
 
I hit 4 BB and 3 sears and I was only able to get an extra SCIV for PS3. When I went in Sears the employee said a guy was there and bought about 40 games (multiple copies).

The GI Joe Chicago show is today in Algonquin:

Sunday May 3, 2009
Chicago G.I. Joe and Action Figure
Show 2009
Harry D. Jacobs H.S.
2601 Bunker Hill Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102

 
I have no Eternal Sonata guide, but I wouldn't mind having one...

I'm not used to having sunday off work. What do you normal folk do for fun on a Sunday? Hahaha!
 
[quote name='shieryda']What the heck are you doing up so early, man? At least the Hawks won.

[/quote]

Schools out for summer. Schools's out fooorrreeevvver! I usually stay up pretty late everyday. :)

[quote name='chicagoz']

I'm not used to having sunday off work. What do you normal folk do for fun on a Sunday? Hahaha![/quote]

Game it up.
 
[quote name='slowdive21']I hit 4 BB and 3 sears and I was only able to get an extra SCIV for PS3. When I went in Sears the employee said a guy was there and bought about 40 games (multiple copies).
[/QUOTE]

Are you selling that one?
 
[quote name='slowdive21']I hit 4 BB and 3 sears and I was only able to get an extra SCIV for PS3. When I went in Sears the employee said a guy was there and bought about 40 games (multiple copies).

The GI Joe Chicago show is today in Algonquin:

Sunday May 3, 2009
Chicago G.I. Joe and Action Figure
Show 2009
Harry D. Jacobs H.S.
2601 Bunker Hill Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102

[/QUOTE]


I did not know their was a dedicated show for GI Joe. I'm a transformers fan but I would of check this out since they might do something cool for the movie coming out. Did you go slowdive21 and if so any pics?
 
If you guys want to play softball, we could meet at the Disney II school on Grace (near Pulaski). Smoque barbeque is right around the corner.
 
Anyone from the Chicago area manage to get anything from the BB sale they're wanting to trade? I'm looking for Infinite Discovery (360), Soul Calibur 4 (either version), Devil May Cry 4 (either version), Pure (either version). I picked up 2 copies of Quantum of Solace (360) on the last day of the sale (right before the store closed) to trade for the ones I really wanted.

I also have a sealed Rock Band Special Edition (PS3) that I'd like to trade for Rock Band Special Edition (360) or anything else decent so long as you're close enough for a local trade as I'd hate to ship the huge box =)
 
[quote name='CAG 79']Are you selling that one?[/quote]

Yes and I can deliver it at the next CAG meet up. PM an offer for soul Calibur 4 (PS3)

[quote name='ryosnk']I did not know their was a dedicated show for GI Joe. I'm a transformers fan but I would of check this out since they might do something cool for the movie coming out. Did you go slowdive21 and if so any pics?[/quote]

I did go, but it was pretty weak this year (no pics). There is one transformers guy who had a booth. It was in half of a school gym and most of the sellers had large joes, not 3 3/4 inch. The big GI joe con is in Kansas City this year. Best bet for transformers movie stuff is Wizard World or the Botcon (official transformers convention) in CA. http://www.botcon.com/BotCon09/


[quote name='dark79']I picked up 2 copies of Quantum of Solace (360) on the last day of the sale (right before the store closed) to trade for the ones I really wanted.
[/quote]

I think blackout wanted bond on 360 with the t-shirt.
 
[quote name='dark79']Anyone from the Chicago area manage to get anything from the BB sale they're wanting to trade? I'm looking for Infinite Discovery (360), Soul Calibur 4 (either version), Devil May Cry 4 (either version), Pure (either version). I picked up 2 copies of Quantum of Solace (360) on the last day of the sale (right before the store closed) to trade for the ones I really wanted.

I also have a sealed Rock Band Special Edition (PS3) that I'd like to trade for Rock Band Special Edition (360) or anything else decent so long as you're close enough for a local trade as I'd hate to ship the huge box =)[/quote]

I'm interested in Bond, but I have nothing to trade. Would you sell it?
 
[quote name='Blackout']I'm interested in Bond, but I have nothing to trade. Would you sell it?[/QUOTE]

Just sent you a PM =)

Also I picked up FarCry 2 (360) if anyone's interested. Still want the same games I mentioned above except for Infinite Undiscovery since I went to eBay for it. Will be willing to check out your trade lists though.

On another note, are all the meetups usually in Chicago? Would like to go, but I live in the suburbs for a reason ;)
 
[quote name='SEGA128DC']Hmm, I don't remember FarCry 2 (Xbox 360) being on the list of games on sale at Best Buy?...#-o[/QUOTE]

I picked it up at Target and quickly traded it off ;)
 
24th Annual West Walker Garage Sale

Saturday, May 16th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!

Don't miss out on the oldest, largest garage sale on the northwest side! There will be something for everyone and bargains galore! In the alleys of West Walker, Pulaski to Central Park, Montrose to Irving Park.
 
[quote name='shieryda']24th Annual West Walker Garage Sale

Saturday, May 16th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!

Don't miss out on the oldest, largest garage sale on the northwest side! There will be something for everyone and bargains galore! In the alleys of West Walker, Pulaski to Central Park, Montrose to Irving Park.
[/quote]

Have you checked this out before? How is the games/music quality?
 
[quote name='Blackout']Have you checked this out before? How is the games/music quality?[/quote]

I had planned on it last year, but then forgot about it. If you want to meet up next weekend, we can go check it out.
 
[quote name='shieryda']I had planned on it last year, but then forgot about it. If you want to meet up next weekend, we can go check it out.[/quote]

Yeah I'll hit it up with you. I'll let you know if I have cash and/or not busy then :)
 
[quote name='Blackout']Have you checked this out before? How is the games/music quality?[/quote]

This sounds like it could be good. Post reminders about this as the time gets closer. I might be down for this, too.
 
I remember a while back we had a discussion about where to get Mexican Coca-Cola. Well, I strolled over to Costco (Lincoln Park) yesterday and found 24-pack's on sale for less than $20. A good price in my opinion since I pay a little over $1 per bottle at the local carniceria.
 
I found one of those Motorola "NFL Head Coach" headsets (PS2 / USB) at my closest GS (Howard and Clark) for $1, and then later at the Howard Best Buy I noticed they actually had price tags for their penny guides. Two were labeled which game (Bad Company and Spider-Man Web of Shadows) but 4 others didn't say which game and the kiosk SKU look-up didn't help. How long have they been doing that?
 
[quote name='shieryda']24th Annual West Walker Garage Sale

Saturday, May 16th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!

Don't miss out on the oldest, largest garage sale on the northwest side! There will be something for everyone and bargains galore! In the alleys of West Walker, Pulaski to Central Park, Montrose to Irving Park.
[/quote]

This sounds fantastic--I will be hitting this up for sure.
 
[quote name='chi.bri']I remember a while back we had a discussion about where to get Mexican Coca-Cola. Well, I strolled over to Costco (Lincoln Park) yesterday and found 24-pack's on sale for less than $20. A good price in my opinion since I pay a little over $1 per bottle at the local carniceria.[/quote]

Thanks, I only thought west coast Costcos sell Mexican coke.

WARNING: I found Mexican coke 355mL made with high fructose corn syrup. The bottle was slightly different than the normal Mexican 355mL bottle made with sugar. So just a warning. Always look at the ingredients before you buy.

Also, I noticed that Produce World on Cumberland sells 24 packs of 500mL bottles of Mexican coke for something like $28. The per unit price is on par with Costco. I would have bought it if it weren't for all the Passover coke I stocked up on.
 
Wow...I can't believe I never noticed a thread dedicated to Chicago until right now! I may have to hit up this Garage sale this weekend...might be a few hidden gems in the mix.
 
[quote name='shieryda']Doesn't look like we'll get maps for the garage sale until Saturday AM. Check Hoy, Red Eye, Chicago Tribune, Reader and Craigslist.[/QUOTE]

How many houses/people usually put stuff out?
 
[quote name='Blackout']How many houses/people usually put stuff out?[/QUOTE]

Not sure. It appears that I'm not going to be able to make it this year. Also going on this Saturday is the book sale at Disney II Magnet School:

THOUSANDS of books, videos, and DVD's to choose from in every category ranging from cooking to baby board books, NY Times bestsellers to parenting books, etc. Why pay full
price when you can recycle & reuse perfectly good used books? Please join us:

Disney II Magnet School Community Book Sale
Saturday May 16th, 2009
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
3815 N. Kedvale
Outdoors, under tents, on the Disney II property, weather permitting –
otherwise in the gym

All books, videos, and DVD's are priced from $.50 - $3.00
(All merchandise ½ price for the last hour!)
 
If anyone is looking for one here are some local Play N trades:



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Evergreen Park IL, Illinois
2509 W 95th St, Suite 104, Evergreen Park, Illinois, 60805, United States of America
PHONE: 708-636-GAME (4263)
Crown Point, Indiana
10771 Broadway Suite E, , Crown Point, Indiana, 46307, United States of America
PHONE: 219-663-PNT1 (7681)
NAPERVILLE, Illinois
2879 95th St, Suite 123, Naperville, Illinois, 60564, United States of America
PHONE: 630.961.9200
Elmhurst, Illinois
158 N. York Road, , Elmhurst, Illinois, 60126, United States of America
PHONE: 630-993-9600
Bloomingdale, Illinois
158 Gary Ave, , Bloomingdale, Illinois, 60108, United States of America
PHONE: 630.690.2464
Aurora IL, Illinois
1460 N. Orchard Rd Unit 102, , Aurora, Illinois, 60506, United States of America
PHONE: 630-907-9991
 
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I went to the Play N Trade in Elmhurst once, it seemed pretty douchey. I had some guy trying to convince me that $100 for a disc only copy of Marvel VS Capcom 2 :ps2: was an awesome deal, and that he saw the same thing going for over $200 on ebay.. What a dumbass.
 
[quote name='Blackout']Half Priced Books is still better. :D[/QUOTE]

I need to make a trip up there to check out their paltry selection of strategy guides.
 
[quote name='shieryda']I need to make a trip up there to check out their paltry selection of strategy guides.[/QUOTE]

Every time I've gone there its always been solid.
 
Just to let everyone know that the friday edition of Red Eye contains a $10 off any wii game priced $49.99 good from 5/19 - 5/23/2009. It has a front cover of a new best buy opening. This would be good to use it on punch out.
 
[quote name='shieryda']24th Annual West Walker Garage Sale

Saturday, May 16th
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!

Don't miss out on the oldest, largest garage sale on the northwest side! There will be something for everyone and bargains galore! In the alleys of West Walker, Pulaski to Central Park, Montrose to Irving Park.
[/QUOTE]

Is anyone going to this?
 
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