1999.12.24 (week 130)
Peacelovejoy!
Peacelovejoy!
New multi-purpose word. It's a wish, a greeting, a farewell
and a mantra all in one. PEACELOVEJOY to you dear reader,
and happy holidays. Christmas is finally here, closure on
shopping season. It's just not the same without It's A
Wonderful Life playing 24/7. There are however excellent
films at the Music Box. Man On The Moon and Galaxy Quest
open, and SCI will show a 21 Hour Battlestar Galactica
Marathon. It's the last weekend for many seasonal programs,
including Santa pictures, plays, and the Best Decorated
Houses Tour, but ice skating is just getting warmed up (so
to speak). This week Ted Nugent and Poi Dog Pondering play,
the Bulls host Indiana and Detroit, and famed object
animator Michael Moschen performs. Notable is the good dance
scenes this week, including Cosmix and The Blasphemy Ball on
xmas eve, the Boogie Down Christmas rave, Sunday's New Power
Party and more. So stay warm, and may your heart be filled
and renewed by the spirit of giving.
Seasonal:
- CHECK THESE OUT!
- Help feed the world's starving just by visiting this site:
http://www.thehungersite.com
Comprehensive collected holiday songs, recipes and stories:
http://bedno.com/winter
- FINAL WEEKEND: Christkindlmarket (3rd) begins, festive German style holiday market, timber cabins, food, gifts, sounds. 11a-8p.
- Daley Center Plaza, Washington and Dearborn, 312/744-3370, -1998.12.23.
http://www.christkindlmarket.com
- FINAL WEEKEND: The Nutcracker, Joffrey Ballet, -1999.12.26.
- Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
- FINAL WEEKEND: Free photo with Santa for 94th floor visitors, 11a-5p F-Su.
- John Hancock Center Observatory, 312/751-3681, 875 N Michigan, $8, $6 kids.
http://www.hancock-observatory.com
- Skate on State. Blading alternative! ice/motion/sun/snax/shelter, free.
- Also a dozen other free park district rinks open all over! Closed xmas.
7 days 9-11a, 11:30a-1p, 1:30-3p, 3:30-5p, 5:30-7:15p (-9:45p Th). $2-3 rentals.
State at Randolph, 312/744-2898, 100x200ft oval, -2000.02.27.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/SpecialEvents/Festivals99/SkateOnState99.html
- A Christmas Carol continues it's long holiday run, -2000.01.02.
- Goodman Theatre, 312/443-3800, 200 S Columbus
http://www.goodman-theatre.org
- Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol. Told from business partner's point of view. $18-27 8p.
- Goodman Theatre, 312/443-3800, 200 S Columbus, various days.
http://www.goodman-theatre.org/plays/jacobmarley.html
- Christmas Around The World / Holidays of Lights, traditional decorations on 40 trees.
- Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore, -1999.01.02.
http://www.msichicago.org
- Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, various times -1999.12.30.
- Rosemont Theatre, 847/692-2220, 5400 N River Rd, Rosemont, I find them somewhat disturbing.
http://www.radiocity.com/schedule/xmas_chicago.html
Ongoing:
- Last Night, moving and subtle end of world film, Cannes winner.
- Sat/Sun also showing Miracle on 34th street and Run Lola Run.
Music Box, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport, -1999.01.07.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
- Movies:
- Millennium Man, End of Days, Dogma, Toy Story 2, The World Is Not Enough,
Bringing Out The Dead, Being John Malkovich, Story of Us, Boys Don't Cry,
American Beauty, Random Hearts, Fight Club, ...
http://bedno.com/movies
Friday 1999.12.24:
- Man On The Moon opens, Jim Carrey plays Andy Kaufmann.
- http://www.man-on-the-moon.com
- Battlestar Galactica 21 Hour Marathon, starts w/ 3hr pilot, 10a-...
- SCIFI on cable. http://www.scifi.com/usfeed
- Space Ghost Coast To Coast, the strangest talk show in the galaxy, 10p.
- TOON on cable, tape it, also see 8p Courage...Dog and 8:30p Power Puff Girls!
http://www.cartoon-network.com
- Cosmix, pansexual dance party, DJ Greg Haus spins electronica, 11p-4a.
- Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont, (at Belmont train stop) Hi Greg!
http://www.hauswerkz.com
- The Blasphemy Ball (10th), dancing, drinking, dining, debauchery. price? 11p.
- I think I'm going, no family in town, got comps.
Hell, 312/236-4355, 1115 N NorthBranch.
http://metromix.com/top/1,1419,M-Metromix-Bars-newonscene!PlaceDetail-20022,00.html
Saturday 1999.12.25:
- Christmas. Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.
- Gifts are exchanged. Spirit of giving encouraged.
http://www.christmas.com
- Galaxy Quest opens everywhere. Disney: Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, ...
- http://www.galaxyquest.com
- Bagel Ride, Chicago Cycling Club 5-35mi trip ends with lunch, 10a.
- Waveland Clock Tower, 773/227-1909, 3700 N Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.suba.com/~ccc/rides.html
- Brew&View, smoking, heckling, drink deals, fun!
- 8p (Sa-We): "Fight Club" B.Pitt, H.B.Carter, E.Norton, Meat Loaf, ...
10p (Sa-We): "Three To Tango" M.Perry, N.Campbell, D.McDermott, ...
midnt (Sa): "American Pie" nobody.
312/618-VIEW, 3145 N Sheffield, Belmont red line stop. Hi Dennis!
http://www.brewview.com
- Boogie Down Christmas, rave, by NJoy, price? time?
- A dozen DJs including: Danny The Wildchild, Ry-N, Snuggles ...
Call 630/415-3158 312/409-5669.
http://www.raverworld.com/chicago
- Sophisticated House music, smouldering velvety decor, $10 10:30p.
- Planning to go for my first time. Fills fast and chic dress I hear.
SpyBar, 312-587-8779, 646 N Franklin. -not yet confirmed as open this day.
http://chicagotribune.com/metromix/nightclubs/spy.htm
- Run Lola Run / South Park (separate theaters), midnight.
- Music Box, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
Sunday 1999.12.26:
- Kwanzaa.
- A five day festival reviewing African American heritage and community values.
http://www.festivals.com/~kwanzaa
- Boxing day.
- Give gifts to service providers such as postal delivery person and trash collector.
http://dir.yahoo.com/Society_and_Culture/Holidays_and_Observances/Boxing_Day
- Best Holiday Decorated Houses Northside Tour, 3.5hrs $49 arrive before 5p.
- Starts with dinner (included), then tour Logan Square, Rosement, Park Ridge,
Skokie, and Lincolnwood in a luxury bus. See spinning trees, holiday ferris
wheel, a giant snow dome, a brilliantly-lit park, an animated candy cane factory
and a Christmas tree that pops through a rooftop.
Cornelia's Roosterant, 773/248-8333, 748 W Cornelia.
http://www.christmashouses.com/tours.html
- Macabre, Lungbrush, White Knuckle Trip, Ill Root, all ages $10 6p.
- Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Red line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
- Ted Nugent, also Monday, 21+ $27.50 9p.
- House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/bin/calendar.pl?VENUE=CHI
- Liquid Soul, great band with a rapper and horn section, 9p-mdnt.
- Double Door, 312/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee.
http://www.doubledoor.com
- Last Chance to Party Like it's 1999! The Artist Formerly Known as Prince night.
- Sheila E. movie at 8p, dancing from 10p. DJ Samnation.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont, (at the Belmont train stop).
http://www.emale.com/chi-nation/index99.html
Monday 1999.12.27:
- Bulls host Indiana, carried on FSChi, 7:30p.
- United Center, 1901 W Madison. Ticketmaster: 312/902-1500.
http://www.nba.com/bulls
- Milk, drum + bass + hiphop, $3 10p-2a.
- MadBar, 773/BAR-BAR7, 1640 N Damen
http://www.madbar.com
Tuesday 1999.12.28:
- S.A.F.E. Nights begin, alcohol-free family events every day.
- Citywide, call for location 312/747-2606, -2000.01.01!
http://www.cityofchicago.org/SubstanceAbuse/SafeNite.html
- In motion with Michael Moschen begins. World famous "Object Animator", 2hr $21-36, Tu-Th 7p, Fr-Sa 3/7p.
- Reportedly takes juggling to astounding metaphysical heights. -2000.01.01.
Chicago Theatre, 312/902-1500 tickets, 175 N State. Ticketmaster: 312/902-1500.
- Nocturna, Goth w/ DJ Scary Lady Sarah, THE weekly gathering of darker souls.
- Smart Bar, 773/549-4140, 3730 N Clark, near the Addison red line stop.
http://www.gothicchicago.com
- Testosterone Tuesday, hard dance music, ultra buff male strippers.
- Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont, at the Belmont red line stop.
http://www.testosterone.net
Wednesday 1999.12.29:
- Bulls host Detroit, carried on WGN, 7:30p.
- United Center, 1901 W Madison. Ticketmaster: 312/902-1500.
http://www.nba.com/bulls
- Mohago Eno, friend recommended, indie rock. $3 after 10p.
- Movie at 8p-ish, band after. Like Pavement/Built to Spill/Imperial Teen.
Morseland, 773/764-6401, 1218 W Morse.
- Sonic Wednesdays, DJs Gil Burns, PuLz-8, and Jeff Moyer, $? 10p-4a.
- Like a dark semi-artsy NYC underground club with a good budget.
Former Lunacy DJs, harder than house. Circus acts. Dress well.
E-Mail lname,flname,phone,email to SonicCircus@SonicWednesday.Com for comps.
Circus, 312/266-1200, 901 W Weed.
http://www.sonicwednesday.com
Thursday 1999.12.30:
- Kiddie New Year, family oriented party w/ crafts, games, food, 4-8p.
- Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
- Dynasty Entertainment Presents The Return of Clubland, Old School Party. 21+ $? 9p.
- Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield. Alternative dance?
http://www.victheatre.com
- Special evening events and late hours at all cultural institutions.
- MCA, Randolph Cafe, Shubert Theater, Shedd Aquarium (Jazz), more.
http://www.dtnchicago.com
- Universal Love, rave, by Inkline/Ripe/Vibe Alive. price? time?
- Call 773/509-6453 773/509-8588 773/604-1676.
http://www.raverworld.com/chicago
- Poi Dog Pondering, special guest DJ's, 18+ $30 doors 8p.
- Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Red line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
Museums:
- Day Of The Dead exhibit (12th), big collection, -1999.12.26, free.
- Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum, 773/738-1503, 1852 W 19th. Tu-Su 10a-5p.
- 100 Years of Architecture -2000.03.12.
Beat Streuli, large color transparent photos in the windows -2000.03.19.
- Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
Mon closed, Tu 10a-8p free, We-Su 10a-5p.
http://www.mcachicago.org
- Special programs all month observing Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.
India: A Celebration of Independence (since 1947) -1999.12.30.
A Century of Bicycle advertising retrospective -1999.12.31.
- Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-2400, 78 E Washington.
Also good stuff at the Randolph Cafe daily at 1p, late Thursdays.
Free. Mo-We 10a-7p, Th 10a-9p, Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Tourism/CulturalCenter
- Cartier exhibit, 200 pieces, many diamonds -2000.01.16.
Sounds From The Vaults, try 50 international instruments, world's largest harp!
Underground Adventure, walk through hugely magnified soil ecosystem.
- Field Museum, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt Rd. at Lake Shore.
http://www.fmnh.org
- NOW: Zoolights, 100K twinkles.
Lovely design, near conservatory, lake, rookery. New lion web cam!
- Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
- Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day.
NEW Omni Laser Fantasy. 20KW music visual immersion experience Fr-Su.
- Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
Beatles 6:30p, Floyd Machine 7:30p, Nirvana 9p, Beastie 10:30p, Floyd Moon mdnt.
http://www.msichicago.org
- Lego underwater, and far more quality exhibits and activities for young minds.
- Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier, 10a-5p Tu-Su, free Th.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
- Seahorse Symphony, the amazing seahorse and kin, becoming endangered.
90000 gallon Coral Reef Exhibit now re-opened.
- Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
- Sky Pavilion, major new expansion, much high tech exhibitry.
- Adler Planetarium, 312/922-STAR, 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
- Bill Viola well reviewed video installations -2000.01.16.
Masterpieces and other stodgy stuff (16th century Polish works?!?!).
- Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
MWF 10:30a-4:30p, TuTh 10:30a-8:00p, SaSu 10a-5p, Free Tuesdays.
http://www.artic.edu
Notes:
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Always call before going to a listed event.
If you like this, spread the fun, TELL A FRIEND, NOW!
DJ Rap/Ry-n/Danny were GREAT at Aura on Friday!
Congrats to the Velocity Magazine crew on five years of fast forward fun.
My kind of people. Come see http://www.velocitymag.com
And Maria V., thanx for being you.
1999.12.24