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2013.09.06 (wk845)

NO is a complete sentence.

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Th: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
..-Fr: Rosh Hashanah.
Ongoing: Circus In The Parks.
..-Su: Fringe Fest at Various venues.
Ongoing: The Photographic Self at Woman Made Gallery.
Fr: First Friday at Museum of Contemporary Art.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Lucky Boys Confusion at House of Blues.
Fr: Doctor Who Burlesque at Gorilla Tango Theatre.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Colossal Neighborhood Yard Sale fest at Andersonville.
Sa-Su: Renegade Craft Fair at Wicker Park.
Sa-Su: German-American Fest at Lincoln Square.
Sa: SlutWalk at Daley Plaza.
Sa: Von Steuben Parade at Lincoln Avenue from Irving Park to Wilson and beyond.
Sa: Flex&Finesse EoSummerFest at Congress Theatre.
Sa: Michael Buble at United Center.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Beast Women at Greenhouse Theater.
Sa: El Circo Cheapo Cabaret at Aloft Circus Arts.
Sa: Skinprov at Annoyance Theatre and Bar.
Su: National Grandparents Day.
Su: Star Trek debut anniversary . Animated series also.
Su: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Su: Great Midwest Train Show at Dupage County Fairgrounds.
Su: Central American Parade at Horner Park.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Su: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Su: Carnal at Neo.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Tu: Open Gov Hack Night at 1871.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We-Fr: Berghoff Oktoberfest at Federal Plaza.
We: Patriot Day.
We: Terrapin Flyer at Abbey Pub.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Machina at SmartBar.
Th: Race Judicata at Upper Hutchinson Field.
Th: Empire of the Sun at Aragon Ballroom.
Th: Panic! At The Disco at Vic Theatre.
Th: Kevin James at Chicago Theatre.
Th: "Unbridled" at Untitled.

Movie:    ^

Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2013.10.26 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.

Nice films, neighbors, concessions.
Fr 09.06: Hamilton Park (513 W. 72nd St.) Fame (2009)
Fr 09.06: Humboldt Park (1440 N. Humboldt Dr.) How She Move
Sa 09.07: Tuley Park (501 E. 90th Pl.) Take the Lead
Th 09.12: Austin Town Hall (5610 W. Lake St.) You Got Served
Th 09.12: Palmer Park (201 E. 111th St.) TAP.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies
Various Chicago parks.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoParks.Movies
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Now playing.

The World's End, Drinking Buddies, Jobs, Kick-Ass 2, Elysium, Planes, We're the Millers, The Wolverine, R.I.P.D., Red 2, Grown Ups 2, Pacific Rim, The Hot Flashes, Lone Ranger, Monsters University, World War Z, Man of Steel, This Is the End, The Internship, The Purge, After Earth, Before Midnight, Star Trek Into Darkness, Great Gatsby, Iron Man 3, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal:    ^

Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2013.09.15 Yearly. All ages. Free Su 4-7p, Th-Sa 6-9:30p.

Salsa, Swing, Waltz, Bamboleo, Cha Cha, Polka, Tango, Mambo, Fox Trot, etc. Lessons first hour.
http://cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_summerdance0.html
Grant Park, 312/742-4007, 601 S Michigan. Between Harrison and Balbo, easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2013.09.30 Yearly.

Participate in any of many events. Helmet sale and Police auction, workshops and safety checks, lectures and clinics, neighborhood tours and family events, contests and stunt shows, parades and more!! Mayor's Office of Special Events, see site or call.
312/744-3315 http://bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.

Fr 09.06: 8p Misha & Cipa Dichter 45th Anniversary Celebration
Sa 09.07: 11a Ruth Page Civic Ballet (Kraft Great Kids Concert)
Sa 09.07: 7:30p John Adams: Gospel According to the Other Mary
Su 09.08: 2p KahaneSwensenBrey: Cafe Music $10
Su 09.08: 7p Classic Albums Live presents The Dark Side of the Moon.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served by Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2013.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Federal Plaza; We: Andersonville; Th: Daley Plaza, Hyde Park; Sa: Austin, Lincoln Park, Near North; Su: WickerPark;
http://chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing:    ^

* Rosh Hashanah. Jewish New Year (5774). -2013.09.06 Yearly. Sunset to sunset.

"Head of the year" in Hebrew, this day commemorates the creation of the world. It is celebrated on Tishri 1 by the Hebrew calendar, which falls in early autumn. Rosh Hashanah begins the penitential season, culminating ten days later on Yom Kippur (Fr 2013.09.13). The synagogue service includes the blowing of the Shofar (ram's horn), and liturgy stressing the sovereignty of God. It is customary on the first day, to go to a river or pond, and there to recite tashlich, scriptural verses about repentance and forgiveness. Introspect and resolve to do better.
http://chabad.org/holidays
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* Circus In The Parks. -2013.10.26 Yearly. All ages. $0-15.

Midnight Circus' world class troupe of clowns, contortionists, acrobats, etc perform just a few shows in each park.
Sa 09.07 2p, Su 09.08 1p.: Douglas Park, 1401 S Sacramento Drive
Fr 09.13 7p, Sa 09.14 2+5p, Su 09.15 1+4p.: Hamlin Park, 3035 N Hoyne Avenue
Fr 09.20 7p, Sa 09.21 2+5p, Su 09.22 1+4p.: Holstein Park, 2200 N Oakley Avenue
Sa 09.28 2p+5p, Su 09.29 1+4p.: Mt. Greenwood Park, 3721 W 111th Street
Fr 10.04 7p, Sa 10.05 2+5p, Su 10.06 1+4p.: Independence Park, 3945 N Springfield Avenue
Sa 10.12 2p+5p, Su 10.13 1+4p.: Commercial Park, 1845 W Rice Streeet
Sa 10.19 2p+5p, Su 10.20 1+4p.: Margate Park, 4921 N Marine Drive
Fr 10.25 7p, Sa 10.26 2+5p, Su 10.27 1+4p.: Welles Park, 2333 W Sunnyside Avenue.
http://circusintheparks.com
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Fringe Fest (since 2010). -2013.09.08 Yearly.

Over 200 performances of the untried and weird.
http://chicagofringe.org
Various venues. Pilsen.
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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.

Pickup Reader and NewCity and TimeOut magazines.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Different rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?

Metro / SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark, Near Red Line Addison stop, metrochicago.com
Darkroom, 773/276-1411, 2210 W Chicago, darkroombar.com
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee, Wicker Park near Blue line Damen stop, doubledoor.com
Empty Bottle, 773/276-3600, 1035 N Western, dive-ish, emptybottle.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln, martyrslive.com
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, Highland Pk, ravinia.org
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Friday 2013.09.06:    ^

The Photographic Self. -2013.10.24 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.

09.06: Opening Reception 6-9pm.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org/calexhibits.html
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First Friday. 1st Fridays 21+ $7-15 6-10p.

DJs, music, art, haut snax, specialty drinks, creative types and gold coasters.
09.06: "House Party" theme.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://mcachicago.org
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays 18+ $14 10:30p+8p.

Based on audience suggestion The Co creates a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style with ALL the typical elements.
http://improvisedshakespeare.com
IO Theatre, 773/880-0199, 3541 N. Clark.
http://ioimprov.com/chicago/
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Lucky Boys Confusion. 17+ $23+ 8:30p.

http://luckyboys.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Doctor Who Burlesque. Fridays 18+ $35 9p.

Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://GorillaTango.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.

Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://berlinchicago.com
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Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (since 1988). Fr/Sa/Su All ages? $6-11+ Su 7p, Fr+Sa 11:30p.

30 plays in 60 minutes, lots of improv, very welcoming, sometimes topical.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2013.09.07:    ^

** Colossal Neighborhood Yard Sale fest. Yearly. All ages. Free Saturday following labor day weekend. 9a-4p.

About 16 blocks of sales; among the world's largest. Come early. Sunday rain date.
http://facebook.com/Lakewood.Balmoral
Andersonville, 773/784-5277, Bryn Mawr at Lakewood. 5200-5500 North on Magnolia, Lakewood and Wayne.
http://edgewater.org
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Renegade Craft Fair (since 2003). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-7p.

"Chicago's biggest and best indie-craft event ... 300 of today's brightest makers of handmade goods, live entertainment, hands-on crafting workshops ... Food, beverages and libations...'.
http://renegadecraft.com
Wicker Park, 1600 W Division.
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German-American Fest (since 1920). -Sunday Yearly. Fr 6-10p, Sa 2-10p, Su 12-10p.

"Famous bands for dancing & entertainment in two huge fest tents. Delicious German food & drink"
773/728-3890 http://www.germanday.com
Lincoln Square, 4700 N Lincoln. Near Brown line train Western stop.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org
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* SlutWalk. Yearly. All ages. Free 1-4p.

"March in support of education and against intolerance. Aims to combat the myth of 'the slut' and the culture of victim blaming"
March at noon. Ends at Daley Plaza for speakers.
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Daley Plaza, 312/346-3278, 50 W Washington. At Dearborn.
http://cityofchicago.org
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Von Steuben Parade. Yearly. All ages. Free 2-3p.

630/653-3018 http://www.germanday.com
Lincoln Avenue from Irving Park to Wilson and beyond., 312/744-3370.
http://chicagoparades.us
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Flex&Finesse EoSummerFest. All ages. $24-58 6p.

http://starcapitolent.com
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://venue.congresschicago.com
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Michael Buble. $59-115 8p.

http://michaelbuble.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://unitedcenter.com/calendar
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College of Complexes (since 1951). "The Playground for People Who Think" Saturdays All ages. $3? +food/drink purchase 2.5hrs 8-11p.

Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers and good American food and bar.
09.07: Andrew Nelson - Candidate for Mayor of Chicago discuses the issues.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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"Twisted" Saturdays 21+ $0 -11p, $5 -1a, $7+ 9:30p-5a.

"Meet and mingle with a truly diverse crowd. Dress up or dress down... this is the place to be what you want to be!"
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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*** Beast Women. Saturdays -2013.09.28 Ages? $? 10p.

Performance by women celebrating freedom, sexuality, life oddities and primal strength.
http://beastwomenproductions.com
Greenhouse Theater, 2257 N Lincoln Ave.
http://greenhousetheater.com
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El Circo Cheapo. 1st Saturdays $10-ish. 7+10p.

Outstanding local circus artists perform a casual and intimate show. Sells out. "BYO Picnic Basket"
http://elcircocheapo.com
Aloft Circus Arts, 2041 W Carroll #306.
http://aloftaerialdance.com
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Skinprov. Saturdays 18+ $7 12a.

All male clothing reduced comedy.
Annoyance Theatre and Bar, 773/561-4665, 4830 N. Broadway.
http://annoyanceproductions.com
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Sunday 2013.09.08:    ^

National Grandparents Day (since 1978). Yearly. First Sunday after Labor day.

Day to honor grandparents. Spearheaded by West Virginia's Marian McQuade as an advocacy for nursing home residents and shut-ins, officially proclaimed by President Jimmy Carter.
http://www.grandparents-day.com
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Star Trek debut anniversary (since 1966). Animated series also (1973). Yearly.

Check out the photos of Andrew's Star Trek collection.
http://bedno.com/album/20020428
http://www.startrek.com
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Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sundays -2013.10.27 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks. 6a-3p.

500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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Great Midwest Train Show (since 1974). Monthly. All ages. $0-7 9:30a-3p.

Countless parts in every scale and era; scenery, supplies, memorabilia, demos, 100s of vendors. Also other hobbies.
630/290-1962 http://greatmidwesttrainshow.com
Dupage County Fairgrounds, 630/668-6636, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton. At County Farm Road.
http://www.dupagecountyfair.org
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Central American Parade. Yearly. 12p.

Celebrates independence, includes Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
http://chicagoparades.us
Horner Park, Montrose and California. to Kimball.
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Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 3-?p.

Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://chicagobikepolo.com
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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"Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.

Extraordinary block of popular and leading-edge absurdist cartoonage.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Boom Boom Room. Sundays 21+ $? 10p-?a.

Long running (1991) weekly. Big dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights.
http://facebook.com/BoomBoomRoomChicago
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://facebook.com/thegreendolphinstreet
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Carnal. 2nd/Last Sundays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Sexy electro, short skirts, cheap booze.
09.08: Back to School edition.
http://tinyurl.com/stereokillerfb
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton.
http://facebook.com/NeoChicago
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Monday 2013.09.09:    ^

Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.

"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
http://soreadytobang.do312.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
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Tuesday 2013.09.10:    ^

Open Gov Hack Night. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6-10p.

"Volunteers create web apps with open data to improve transparency, efficiency, and decision-making for governments and our democracy."
http://opengovhacknight.eventbrite.com
1871, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza. 12th Floor.
http://1871.com
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Chicago Underground Comedy. Tuesdays 21+ $5 Doors 9p.

"The Hippest, Hottest Stand-Up Showcase to Emerge in Years" +good menu & booze.
http://www.chicagoundergroundcomedy.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2013.09.11:    ^

Berghoff Oktoberfest (since 1987). "The Wurst Party of the Year" -Friday Yearly. Free 11a-9p.

Brats, beer, and bands.
312/427-3170 http://theberghoff.com
Federal Plaza, 220 S Dearborn. At Adams.
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Patriot Day. Yearly.

Remembers the attacks on this day in 2001 resulting in huge casualties, the destruction of the twin World Trade Center towers in New York, and damage to the Pentagon outside Washington DC. It honors those individuals who lost their lives, and those who responded in the crisis. Observed with flags at half-staff, a moment of silence. Some closings may occur, though it is not a designated federal or civil holiday. Public Law No: 107-89 signed 2001.12.18, initially dubbed Remembrance Day due to pre-existing "Patriot's Day" war of independence related holiday.
http://www.voicesofsept11.org
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Terrapin Flyer. Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p.

Grateful Dead homage.
http://terrapinflyer.net
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://abbeypub.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 10p-?a.

"2nd Longest Running Open-Mic In Chicago!"
http://facebook.com/groups/5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://heartlandcafe.com
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Machina. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.

Celebrates 80s/90s industrial, new wave, goth music.
09.11: DJ Greg Haus & guests.
http://facebook.com/smartbarchicago/events
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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Thursday 2013.09.12:    ^

Race Judicata (since 1994). 5K Fundraiser. Yearly. All ages. $25-35 6:30p.

Benefits Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation.
312/332-1624 http://cvls.org/judicata
Upper Hutchinson Field. Columbus & Balbo.
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Empire of the Sun. $35+ 7:30p.

http://empireofthesun.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://aragon.com
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Panic! At The Disco. 18+ SOLD OUT 7:30p.

http://panicatthedisco.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Kevin James. $55-100+ 7:30+10p.

http://kevinjames.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://thechicagotheatre.com
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"Unbridled" Thursdays 21+ $10 10p-2a.

"Unleash your inhibitions at Unbridled - a fun, funky, freaky evening of titillating variety." DJs with vaudevillian, burlesque and extreme acts throughout the bar.
https://www.facebook.com/UnbridledatUntitled
Untitled, 312/880-1511, 111 W. Kinzie.
http://untitledchicago.com
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Attractions:    ^

Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free. Mo-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p.

With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-6630, 78 E Washington. SE of State/Lake train stops.
http://chicagoculturalcenter.org
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-12, Free Tu 10a-8p, Mo closed, We-Su 10a-5p.

Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free.

With Giant Ferris Wheel, IMAX theatre, historic carousel, a*mazing Chicago ride, classic spinning swing ride, new mini-golf course, major VR games, food court, quality restaurants and bars, stained glass window museum, enclosed garden, wonderful specialty shops, children's museum, water taxis, several cruise lines and the Shakespeare Theatre.
Summer: 10a-10p Su-Th, 10a-midnt Fr-Sa; Fall: Mo-Th 10a-9p, Fr+Sa 10a-11p, Su 10a-7p; Winter: 10a-8p Mo-Th, 10a-10p Fr-Sa, 10a-7p Su.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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See how the universe works. All ages. $10-18+ Mo-Fr 9:30a-4:30p (-10p 1st Fridays), Sa/Su 9a-4:30p, closed xmas, open -6p 12.26-1.5.

Much high tech exhibitry.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Masterpieces. All ages. $0-18 Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-5p, Th 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.

And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
Art Institute, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://artinstituteofchicago.org
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World class gardens. Easy to get to. All ages. $8.75 parking. 8a-sunset, closed xmas.

385 acres, 23 gardens, 9 islands, prarie simulation, oriental features, miniature railway, produce, shows, restaurant, more...
Chicago Botanic Gardens, 847/835-5440, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe.
http://www.chicago-botanic.org
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Quality exhibits and activities for young minds. All ages. $0-12, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-6p.

Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://chicagochildrensmuseum.org
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Natural History done right. All ages. $6-12. Last entry 4p, closed xmas. 9a-5p.

"Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, world culture, geology, ecology, much more.
Field Museum, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.fmnh.org
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Exhibits covering 4000 years of surgical history. Not for the squeamish. All ages. $3-6, Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p. Closed 12.24-25, 12.31-1.1.

International Museum of Surgical Science, 312/642-6502, 1524 N Lake Shore.
http://www.imss.org
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World class zoo. Now with web cams. All ages. Free (Building hours vary) 9a-6p.

Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $6-11 +parking/movies, Sometimes free. Mo-Sa 9:30a-4p, Su 11a-4p.

Exhibits include clock (possibly the best historical collection in existence), trains, toys, flight, genetics, chemistry, coal, petroleum, human body slices, cyberspace, farming, the U-505, TONS of space flight tech, and much more.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
http://www.msichicago.org
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Truly stunning world class aquarium. $11-18, some deal days. Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), some later days.

Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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Notes:    ^

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2013.09.06