Bedno.com
2000.06.23 (week 156)

Prideworthy
  Expressing The Collective Will
CONTRIBUTORS, REVIEWERS and EDITORS NEEDED!
See http://bedno.com/volunteer for details.

 Friday 2000.06.23:
Midsummer Eve.
Observed in Europe, celebrates the return of summer.
http://www.nas.com/jpcolbertart/seasons/midsummer.html


* Summer Solstice Celebration (since 1996). Art/dance/music/snax/drinks/performance. $7 24hrs 5p-5p.
Best lineup ever, including popular club DJs, OVT lights, films, several performance and video art troupes, webcast. Schedule 9p-5a includes music by PCDJ Bunny, Richard Devine, Frank Orrall, Karma Sutra and Charles Little. Members free, others free with two cans of food. I hafta point out that last year it got crowded and they stopped serving food and liqour at about 9p. Maybe one should bring food, drink, and a towel. Morning shift includes Tai Chi, bagels, chalk art and more.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org


ShelterFest (since 1999). Bands, food, 15k people, benefits Lakeview Shelter. -Sunday $5 4-10p.
Jenkins Band 5p, Mr. Blotto 7:30p.
Addison at Freemont, 773/665-4682. Near Red line Addison stop.
http://www.starevents.com


Taste of Randolph (since 1998). Bands, finer foods, vendors, vintage vehicles. -Su $5-10 5-10p.
Some good bands, check the site.
Randolph from Halsted to Carpenter, 773/472-9046.
http://www.hitevents.com


Kill Hannah, Organic, Sister Seven, Crud. MOB Fest, BMI related. $6-8 all ages 6:30p.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark.
http://www.metrochicago.com


Sic at the Vic w/ Marz, Acumen Nation, Gravelbone, Taxi, Wardance, more. $10.& others! All ages $10-12 6:30p.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com


* Tony Levin. One of the world's greatest bassists, of Bruford/Krimson fame. 21+ $20 TWO SHOWS 7:30p+10p.
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln. TicketMaster: 312/902-1500.
http://www.tonylevin.com


Iron Chef (Duck Battle), fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan, 1hr 9p.
Sip a drink each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
FOOD http://www.foodtv.com/tvshows/ironchefindex


Drum&Bass in the basement. Free with flier. 9p-4a.
Sushi, 2 dance floors, drum&bass DJ's in sub-level. Also good Saturday.
Dragon Room, 312/751-8700, 809 W Evergreen.
 Saturday 2000.06.24:
St. John the Baptist Day.
Feast day honoring the Jewish prophet who preceded Jesus.
http://judaism.miningco.com


Farmer's Markets
Austin, Iowa/Central. 7a-2p.
Printers Row, Polk/Dearborn. 7a-2p.
Near North, Division/Dearborn. 7a-2p.
Lincoln Park. Armitage/Orchard. 7a-2p.
North Halsted, Grace/Broadway/Halsted. 7a-2p.
North Center Town Square, BellePlaine/Damen/Lincoln. 7a-2p.
Edgewater, Thorndale/Broadway. 7a-2p.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us./WorksMart/ConsumerServices/FarmersMarket/Schedule.html


* LAN MEGA-PARTY SPECIAL EDITION - DAY 1! Biggest "Bring Your Own Computer" gaming gathering does a 36 hour marathon! $10-15 36hrs (-10p Sun) 10a.
50+ gamers will be gathering to play anything from first person shooters such as Quake 3, Unreal Tournament and Half-Life CS to strategy games such as Starcraft, AOE2 & TA2. Hundreds of dollars of software and accessory prizes will be awarded. RSVP required. Quick SDSL pipe to the Internet. You must have RJ-45 ethernet capability and cables.
In Melrose Park. Get directions, pictures, details at the web site.
http://www.chicagolanparty.com


Bristol Renaissance Faire opens. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, goth. Spend all day -2000.09.20 $$ 10a-7p.
Open just NINE enchanted weekends. Coupons at website.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773, Near Kenosha WI, I94 N to Russel Rd W to Frontage to 128.
http://www.renfair.com


* Fountain Square art fair. Lots of quality art, food and bands. 10a-6p.
150 tables, juried entrants.
Evanston, 847/328-1500, Purple line to Davis.
http://www.evanstonartcenter.org


ShelterFest (since 1999). Bands, food, 15k people, benefits Lakeview Shelter. -Sunday $5 11a-10p.
Shimmer noon, Maggie Speaks 2p, Tim Mohoney and the Meenies 4:30p, Mike and Joe 7:30p.
Addison at Freemont, 773/665-4682. Near Red line Addison stop.
http://www.starevents.com


Singing Dog contest auditions. NYC trip and recording contract to winner. Free 10:30a-noon.
At the totem pole. Near Addison on the bike path.


Taste of Randolph (since 1998). Bands, finer foods, vendors, vintage vehicles. -Su $5-10 noon-10p.
Some good bands, check the site.
Randolph from Halsted to Carpenter, 773/472-9046.
http://www.hitevents.com


MeShell Ndegeocello. 18+ $22.50 8p.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com


All the city's Gay and Lesbian Choruses perform together. $20-25 8p.
Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand.
http://www.windycitysings.org


Pride - A Deeper Love. Exhilirating dance event. $25-30 18+ midnight-7a.
Observes Vibe Alive's anniversary (since 1992), Pride day and Solstice. Lazers. DJs Barabara Tucker, Alexi Delano, Chris Fortier, Terry Hunter, Mystic Bill, Mark Grant, Freddie Bain, Justin Long, Jevon Jackson, RP Smack, Adonis Childs.
Vibe Alive: 773-604-1676 * Relode.com 847-604-4194 * Groove Theory 312-409-0468 * Untitled 773-404-9225.
USA Rainbo, 773/271-6200, 4836 N Clark.


Dreamscape. Debut event, real rave spirit. Place? Time? Price?
DJs Sterling, Q Daddy, Hedspin, Reasonbeing, Dnr, Reminisce, ... "its much easier to love than to hate" "hope to hug you there"
708/692-8457
http://www.angelfire.com/il2/dungeonrecords


* Pansexual Pleasuredome w/ DJ Dion. 21+ $5 aft midnt 11p-5a.
Special House Of Harlot rubber show tonight. Good hard progressive house/trance/techno beats. Lots of smilez.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont.
http://www.hauswerkz.com
 Sunday 2000.06.25:
Gay and Lesbian Pride Day.
Internationally observed occasion to increase public awareness and advocate the rights of homosexuals.
http://www.gay.com


Farmer's Markets
Bucktown, Cortland/Wolcott. 7a-2p.
Loyola, Sheridan/Arthur. 7a-2p.
Farm In The Zoo, Lincoln Park Zoo. 9a-4:30p.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us./WorksMart/ConsumerServices/FarmersMarket/Schedule.html


Gay and Lesbian Pride Festival (since 1970). One of the nations biggest. Free, leaves at 2p.
Hundreds of floats, many thousands of flamboyantly happy people. Party in Lincoln Park 4-7p. Special events at all area bars and restaurants.
Belmont and Halsted, Halsted to Grace, Broadway to Diversey, to Sheridan, then party.


LAN MEGA-PARTY SPECIAL EDITION - DAY 2! Biggest "Bring Your Own Computer" gaming gathering does a 36 hour marathon! $10-15 10a-...
50+ gamers will be gathering to play anything from first person shooters such as Quake 3, Unreal Tournament and Half-Life CS to strategy games such as Starcraft, AOE2 & TA2. Hundreds of dollars of software and accessory prizes will be awarded. RSVP required. Quick SDSL pipe to the Internet. You must have RJ-45 ethernet capability and cables.
In Melrose Park. Get directions, pictures, details at the web site.
http://www.chicagolanparty.com


Bristol Renaissance Faire now open. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, goth. Spend all day Sat/Sun -2000.09.20 $$ 10a-7p.
Open just NINE enchanted weekends. Coupons at website.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773, Near Kenosha WI, I94 N to Russel Rd W to Frontage to 128.
http://www.renfair.com


Fountain Square art fair. Lots of quality art, food and bands. 10a-6p.
150 tables, juried entrants.
Evanston, 847/328-1500, Purple line to Davis.
http://www.evanstonartcenter.org


ShelterFest (since 1999). Bands, food, 15k people, benefits Lakeview Shelter. -Sunday $5 11a-10p.
Bottle of Justus noon, Shaffer Street 2:30p, Cats Under the Stars 4:30p, Underwater People 7:30p.
Addison at Freemont, 773/665-4682. Near Red line Addison stop.
http://www.starevents.com


Chicago Skate Patrol FREE STOPPING LESSONS. Held every Sat/Sun -4p. 11a.
IISA certified volunteers teach stopping and other basics. Look for the banner and red t-shirts near the ramp. PERFECT for beginners to walk, drive, cab or train to, bringing skates and protective gear. Master bladers and other performers practicing nearby. Your's truly (Andrew) will be on duty today.
Oak Street Beach. Near Red line Clark/Division stop.
http://Bedno.com/skate


Taste of Randolph (since 1998). Bands, finer foods, vendors, vintage vehicles. -Su $5-10 noon-10p.
Some good bands, check the site.
Randolph from Halsted to Carpenter, 773/472-9046.
http://www.hitevents.com


Brew&View theater, movie, drink specials, smoking, heckling, fun!
8p (Su-Th): "Erin Brockovich" Julia Roberts, Aaron Eckhart, Albert Finney, ...
10p (Su-Th): "American Psycho" Various.
midnt (Th): "Fight Club" Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Helena Bonham Carter, ...
Brew&View 312/618-VIEW, 3145 N Sheffield. Near Belmont red line stop.
http://www.brewview.com


* Iron Chef NEW YORK BATTLE special!!! Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan, 2hr 8p.
Sip a drink each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
FOOD http://www.foodtv.com/tvshows/ironchefindex


* New Power Party, Samnation spins Artist Formerly Known as Prince. free 8p-4a.
Movie (The Beautiful Experience) at 8p, dancing from 10p, diverse glam/sexy clique.
http://www.chicagonation.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.


* SEQUENCE. HEAVY drum&Bass every Sunday all summer! 21+ $3 9p-2a.
Resident headz Ry-N and Kevin Cunningham spin hardcore w/ guest Glyde. This is a beautiful little club with great lights, sound, decore and staff.
Fuse, 312/932-9289, 738 N Clark.
 Monday 2000.06.26:
Wimbledon begins. Pro tennis on NBC -2000.07.09.
http://www.wimbledon.com


The Beat Project w/ Shon Dervis and Hiroki. Rap open mike after 1a. $3 10p-2a.
Coooooool scene with break dancers, beauties, and sophisticated beats.
MadBar, 773/BAR-BAR7, 1640 N Damen. Near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.madbar.com


* NEW EPISODES! Strangers with Candy, League of Gentlemen. 1hr 9p.
Comedy Central http://www.comedycentral.com
 Tuesday 2000.06.27:
Farmer's Markets
Federal Plaza, Dearborn/Adams. 7a-3p.
Gately, 103rd/Cottage Grove. 7a-2p.
Lincoln Square, Lincoln/Leland/Western. 7a-2p.
Museum of Contemporary Art. 10a-6p.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us./WorksMart/ConsumerServices/FarmersMarket/Schedule.html


Beginner/Intermediate Group Skate. Leaves at 6:30p.
A gentle group skate. You should at least be able to stop well. Full protective gear STRONGLY recommended.
Londo Mondo, 773/327-2218, 2148 N Halsted.
Check the weather: http://Bedno.com/skate


* Teena Marie. 21+ 32.50 7:30p.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com


Nocturna. Goth w/ Scary Lady Sarah. THE weekly gathering of darker souls. $8 10p-4a.
Live performance at midnight by Trance To The Sun.
Smart Bar, 773/549-4140, 3730 N Clark. Near Red line Addison stop.
http://www.gothicchicago.com


Testosterone Tuesday, hard dance music, ultra buff male strippers. Free 10p-4a.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont, at the Belmont red line stop.
http://www.testosterone.net
 Wednesday 2000.06.28:
Intermediate/Advance downtown group skate. Leaves at 6:30p.
Longest running such event - as mentioned in national press. Big loop past planetarium and back, then beers. 8-15 miles. Protective gear and blinkers strongly recommended, street skating.
Londo Mondo, 888/828-7630, 1100 N Dearborn.
Check the weather: http://Bedno.com/skate


South Park NEW EPISODE! 9p.
Comedy Central. http://www.comedycentral.com


Women Obsession, mainly a ladies night for ladies. Free 10p-4a.
http://www.womyn.org
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At the Red line Belmont stop.


Bass By The Pound - Seminar. THE weekly drum-n-bass scene. $3 21+ 9p-2a.
Phantom 45's monthly visit w/ Glyde, Flipside, Gamewarden, Poolside and Kee. Great tunes, cool decor, good drink selection, teeny dance area, web-cast!
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
 Thursday 2000.06.29:
Farmer's Markets
Hyde Park, 52nd/Harper. 7a-2p.
Prudential Plaza, Lake/Beaubien. 7a-3p.
Riverside Plaza, Washington/Madison/river. 7a-3p.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us./WorksMart/ConsumerServices/FarmersMarket/Schedule.html


Fast Northbound Intermediate Group Skate. Leaves at 6:30p.
From Fullerton to the lake parks path end at Hollywood, then beyond. Improvised street skate back. Finishers rally at some bar. Protective gear, water, blinkers, strong legs recommended.
City Sweats, 773-348-2489, 2467 N Clark.
Check the weather: http://Bedno.com/skate


Robin Trower. 21+ $25 7:30p.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com


Celebrity Deathmatch season premier. Spielberg vs. Hitchcock. 8p.
MTV http://www.mtv.com
 Museums:
* NEW: "Organic Produce: A Gut Show". Art based on human internal organs.
International Museum of Surgical Science, 312/642-6502, 1524 N Lake Shore.
http://www.imss.org


* NEW: Jr. Railroad: Model Trains in a Model Garden -2000.10.29.
Awash in color, variety, and sun hats.
World class, gorgeous in summer, easy to get to, great restaurant.
Chicago Botanic Gardens, 847/835-5440, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
http://www.chicago-botanic.org


NEW: Mars Exploration Station exhibit. Examines how people will live there.
Sky Pavilion. Major new expansion, much high tech exhibitry.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-STAR, 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org


* FIREWORKS! Good shows -2000.09.04 We 9:30p and Sa 10:15p.
NEW! Pier Walk massive outdoor sculptural show now open. -2000.11.06
Oooooodles of other good art, IMax, food, Shakespeare, fun. See the free new E.B. Smith Stained Glass Window museum.
Beer Garden: SALSA TUESDAYS -2000.08.29 6-10p. CD94.7FM THURSDAYS Patty Haze hosts live bands 3-8p.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com


Plenty of good art.
Mon closed, Tu 10a-8p, We-Su 10a-5p, FREE TUESDAYS.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org


Post-Hypnotic. Visually active Op Art works. -2000.06.25.
Also: Loop tour by CTA train, free -2000.09.30 11:35a+12:15p+12:55p+1:35p.
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.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-2400, 78 E Washington.
http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Tourism/CulturalCenter


New lion web cam! Beautiful design. Near conservatory, lake, rookery.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com


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. FREE WEDNESDAY.
http://www.fmnh.org


NEW: World's Largest Titanic Exhibit! -2000.09.04.
NEW: Collection of over 5000 fast food toys back to 1977.
Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day.
Omni Laser Fantasy. 20KW music visual immersion experience Fr-Su: Beatles 6:30p, Floyd Machine 7:30p, Nirvana 9p, Beastie 10:30p, Floyd Moon mdnt.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore. FREE THURSDAYS.
http://www.msichicago.org


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


* Truly stunning world class aquarium.
Back outside deck has drop dead incredbile view of skyline.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore. FREE MONDAYS.
http://SheddAquarium.org


Masterpieces. Interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
MWF 10:30a-4:30p, TuTh 10:30a-8:00p, SaSu 10a-5p, FREE TUESDAYS.
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://www.artic.edu
 Notes:
ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.
Last week I saw Mark Farina, Darrell Woodson, Krush, Chamberweed at Metro/Smartbar, painted a mural segment at Artists of the Wall in Rogers Park, met a dozen nice people, bladed on the solstice, hung out at Screenz, saw Shaft, and added amazing new features to this site.
Tell all yer friends about Bedno.com - NOW! Email your address for free promotional toys!
My mom the attorney would want me to remind you: Bedno.com accepts no liability whatsoever for your use of any information presented on this site, etc, etc.

2000.06.23