• have a direct, material impact on the environment in the Chicagoland area, through close work with public officials and politicians. Our campaign — Chicago: The Cleanest, Greenest Olympics - is a great example;

• educate and entertain Sierra Club members through programs and film festivals, conservation and recreational outings, and special events with important and interesting local and national speakers;

• do public outreach - especially to environmentally underserved communities - educates everyone about the need for clean water and air, protection of endangered species and habitats, and simple ways to live a more sustainable, healthy life;

• enable hands-on stewardship at local natural areas - Montrose Beach, for example

• get members outside and work actively on direct improvements to the environment;

• provide relevant, high-quality training for individual members and whole committees results in expert volunteers who are well-equipped to fight for the highest environmental standards, especially when it comes to clean air and energy;

• help us keep you informed about Sierra Club issues and activities via our newsletters, web site and e-mail communications.

Tickets are only $30 and we will be sitting in the Upper Deck Infield. To join the fun, mail a check made out to the Sierra Club to Take' Yamamoto, Apt. 301, 555 W. Cornelia Ave., Chicago, IL 60657.