September 5

During the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting crew finds itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes.

Q-tips say: Yes, watch it. “September 5” takes viewers inside a TV control room in 1972, where ABC Sports  broadcasters face an unprecedented crisis: gunmen from the Palestinian militant group Black September have infiltrated the Olympic village, killed two members of the Israeli athletic team, and taken nine others hostage. 

Mrs. Q says: September 5 depicts the terrorist attack on the Israeli Olympic team in Munich from the standpoint of the news team. This movie is very powerful as it describes an important event in history, which is still relevant today.

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L Woods Tap & Pine Lodge – in Lincolnwood, IL

1/27/2025-

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It has been awhile since we went to L Woods. So after running errands, & dentist appts., decided to go here.

Food, service & libations were good. Yes, you can eat indoors or outdoors in a covered area with heat lamps.

Some of the entrees are large, so feel free to share one.

FYI SURCHARGE As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

Mrs. Q says: She likes the inside décor. It reminds her of supper clubs in Wisc.

Began our meals with a Happy ( 3 till 5) Hour Old Fashion & each had: Thursday SpecialSteakhouse Meatloaf – mashed potatoes, mushroom bordelaise, sautéed green beans.

Inside Décor

Photo of L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge - Lincolnwood, IL, United States
Photo of L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge - Lincolnwood, IL, United States
Delicious bread
French Onion Soup - Lunch Menu - Samuel Slater's Restaurant - American  Restaurant in Webster, MA
cup of French onion soup
Meatloaf
Baby Back Ribs
L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge Restaurant in Chicago | diningchicago.com
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Day of the Jackal

An elite sniper, a master of disguise and a highly trained killer, the Jackal is an assassin, coldly carrying out hits for a fee. Following an attack on a high-profile and notorious politician, he’s offered his riskiest job yet, one that could pay him enough to leave this life for good. But his work has attracted the attention of Bianca, a tenacious British intelligence officer, whose world-class expertise in firearms makes her the ideal candidate to hunt him down. What follows is a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, as the Jackal works to carry out his new mission, while being pursued by Bianca. However, as the hunt continues and more casualties are caught in their crossfire, it becomes clear that there may be other forces pulling the strings. As both Bianca and the Jackal’s personal lives clash with their work, they risk everything, pushing themselves to their limits with disastrous consequences. Peacock

Q-tips say: Yes, we are enjoying this series but the ending is a tad disappointing – which probably means another set of series.

Mrs. Q says: It’s an amazing globetrotting -Croatia, Spain, Germany, the list goes on, and each episode is more gorgeous than the last. You might enjoying saying, we were there & saw that. Keeps you on the edge of your seat, perfectly executed with amazing editing, tight direction, and outstanding performances from the entire cast. If you can get past some of the slower episodes, the pay off and the final is so worth the wait!

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POPEYES FRIED CHICKEN – 1-31-25

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Popeye’s Famous Fried Chicken, 6340 N Broadway St – (between Rosemont Ave & Sheridan Rd), Chicago, IL 60660, Neighborhood: Edgewater –  (773) 973-0330

1/31/2025 –  Q-Tips say: We  try not to eat it too often but we do enjoy it sometimes! We eat at home on the balcony (Mrs. Q’s She Shed) overlooking Lake Michigan. 

The service at the Broadway St store is decent.  Nothing better that Popeye’s Chicken straight out of the cooker – something to be happy about to wait at  Popeyes. If you are a tad constipated, get some Popeyes & all will come out fine.     

 Bye for a while Popeyes.

Greek Salad with the BEST Dressing | The Recipe Critic
I made a side salad for myself.
Mrs. Q’s Cosmo
The Perfect Manhattan
A Perfect Manhattan for the Mr.
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Flo & Santos

1/5/25 – 1310 S Wabash Ave Chicago – (312) 566-987

floandsantos.com – Italian, Polish, Bar, Pizza, sandwiches, etc.

Our Son and Daughter in Law took us out to lunch to Flo & Santos. We had a wonderful time & delicious food.

Have you ever had a Polish or Italian Pizza? We now have had both at Flo & Santos.

Features: Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service.

Italian Pizza -Shaved beef, HOT giardiniera, caramelized onion, fire roasted tomatoes.
Polish Sausage Pizza-Polska Kielbasa, sauerkraut, applewood smoked bacon.
Many different Pizzas to choose from
Polish Vodkas galore
Outdoor Seating
Indoor Seating
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A Dog named Christmas

A tale of a young man with a learning disability, named Todd McCray (Noel Fisher) living with his parents in the rural midwest. The story takes place over a two-week period over the Christmas holidays when the local animal shelter launches an “Adopt a dog for Christmas” program.

Q-tips say: Yes, watch it. When Todd, a developmentally-challenged 20 year-old with an affinity for animals, hears that the animal shelter is looking for families to foster a dog for Christmas, he’s eager to sign up. But Todd’s father George says “no adoptions” – even temporary ones – claiming he wants to protect Todd from disappointment.

However, soon, George’s heart begins to melt, as he sees how much Todd is getting out of the experience of taking care of a dog. For a father who has worried about how his disabled son will make his way in the world, seeing Todd learn a valuable life lesson about the importance of keeping his word and display a maturity that George didn’t think he possessed makes George realize what the dog has contributed to his household.

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Christmas Through the Decades

Christmas is always a special time of the year, and it is full of presents, cookies, Santa Clause, and time with family. Take a look at “Christmas Through the Decades” as it explores the holiday, starting in the 1960s and JFK’s assassination; families missing their loved ones serving in Vietnam; and a live video broadcast from the Apollo 8 team. The 1970s brought figurines from a galaxy far far away and even saw a visit with Big Bird on Sesame Street. The ’80s brought the fall of the Berlin Wall, the walkman craze, and Cabbage Patch Kids, as well as the splendor of Clark Griswold’s light display, which rolled right into the 90s with Mikhail Gorbachev’s resignation on Christmas Day. The ’90s experienced many notable things, including desktop computers, Tickle Me Elmo, and the hottest and latest Beanie Baby toys. – Prime Video

Q-tips say: YES, watch it. We enjoyed this Documentary & it brought back many memories of past Christmases.

Mrs. Q says: Christmas Through the Decades explores the traditions, fads, and gifts of Christmases past. Each episode includes interviews from pop culture experts and celebrities and covers popular music, TV specials, movies, toys and more for the featured decade. So, yes enjoy it.

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Crosby’s Kitchen -12/12/24

Photo of Crosby's Kitchen - Niles, IL, United States. A sign

6480 W Touhy Ave Niles, IL

Had a nice visit with long time friends, Dick & Paula.

Happy Hour & munchies at their home first & then off to Crosby’s for dinner.

The Q shared: Prime Rib sandwich w/ fries.

Dick had a Hamburger & Paula had Chicken.

Prime Rib French dip and fries with a
side of horseradish sauce and au jus
Rotisserie chicken with
mashed potatoes
Burger
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Man on the Inside

A retired professor (Ted Danson) gets a new lease on life when a private investigator hires him to go undercover inside a San Francisco retirement. Netflix – Episodes – You can binge the show in its entirety in one sitting or pace your watching.

Q-tips say: YES, Watch it! A delightfully pleasant comedy. A Man on the Inside is a funny, joyous, and surprisingly poignant series that is absolutely worth your time.

Mrs. Q says: A Man on the Inside is a comedy about espionage, it is equally a comedy about aging, friendship, and loneliness. It nails the delicate balance of having fun with the realities of retirement homes and embracing the bittersweetness.

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A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater

Daughter, Grandson & The Q-tips enjoyed A Christmas Carol.

The magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win”. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve.

Q-tips say: Yes, see it and enjoy.

Q-tips saw it a few years ago & this version is far better because the “special effects” are wonderful.

Mrs. Q says: “Marvelous—filled with wonderful acting and music, sensational sets and stagecraft, and the joy of storytelling.”

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