The Magic Holiday Choo-choo
Not to the north pole, more like Kimball-Albany Park. Regardless it's a fun ride
Waiting at Chicago Av Station. Orange and Brown Lines were combined that day as the loop tracks are shut down for reconstruction.
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Boarding the trains, elves assist you on, and lead passengers in Christmas music
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The middle rail car is removed and replaced with a flatbed carrying Santa's sleigh and reindeer. At some point his sleigh will clock 65 mph!
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Charming Historic Armitage
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While much of the neighborhood is historically protected, some buildings slip through the cracks, but many replacements are quite nice. These new contractor spec homes are nice.
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Heading back downtown to Daley Plaza
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Holiday Shoppers and the Ford Theater
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Vertical Transport
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Layers
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Target
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Holiday Parade
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Skyline
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Heading back Crate and Barrel All lit up
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More lights
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Night shot of the neighborhood
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Happy Holidays! May this be a safe and enjoyable time to all of you and your families and friends!