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2001.05.25 (week 204)

These Are The Good Old Days.

These Are The Good Old Days.

"Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it." - George Santayana; "It's said that time is the fire in which we burn." - Malcolm McDowell; "Still listening to Tori and Joni" - Andrew.
REMEMBER

Recommended:

Ongoing: CHARYBDIS is temporarily closed.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago Month.
...-Mo: International Mister Leather competition at The Palmer House Hilton.
...-Th: Startup.com at Music Box Theatre.
...-Th: Good Movies and Beer at Brew & View.
...-Su: CLOSING: Something Cloudy, Something Clear at Bailiwick Arts Center.
Ongoing: Cubs host Milwaukee at Wrigley Field.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Kill Hannah, Camden at Metro.
Ongoing: Offending Shadows at TriArts.
Fr: Invader Zim on NICK.
Fr: Aqua Events.
Fr: Voiceless Artist Alliance Showcase at Gunther Murphy's.
Fr: Bang at Crobar.
Fr: Dance music heavyweight Marcus Wyatt at Zentra.
Fr: DEPARTURES at Aura.
Fr: Anything Box at House of Blues.
Fr: NEW LOCATION: Timeless Productions "underground sounds" at Mercury.
Sa: Memorial Day Parade.
Sa: Finger Eleven at House of Blues.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Spooky Rock Show at U.S. Beer Company.
Sa: World Of Magic at Nocturnal.
Sa: Dave Ralph at House of Blues.
Su: Shabuoth.
Su: Urban M.I.N.E.S at Subterranean.
Su: FIFTH ANNIVERSARY! New Power Party at Berlin.
Su: "Back Track" at Funky Buddha Lounge.
Su: Foam Party at Chasers.
Su: Signal Strength at U.S. Beer Company.
...

Ongoing:    ^

* CHARYBDIS is temporarily closed.

No Motus Sunday, Focus Thursday, or Friday/Saturday party until further notice.
Charybdis, 773/427-9970, 4423 N Milwaukee.
http://www.charybdisarts.com
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Bike Chicago Month (since 1992). -2001.06.17 Yearly.

Every day has excellent special events (85 total, get the booklet) including neighborhood tours, lectures, contests, stunt shows, clinics, Police auction, family events, parades, college events, ...
Bikes temporarily allowed on trains at certain times.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/specialevents/BikeChicago2001.html
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International Mister Leather competition (since 1979). -Monday 12-?p.

Huge leather market, events all day, hot club parties, tough tourists. Registration Thursday, opening ceremonies Friday, Pre-judging Saturday, finals Sunday and party at House of Blues, party at Circuit Monday.
http://www.imrl.com
The Palmer House Hilton, 312/726-7500, 17 E Monroe.
http://www.hilton.com/hotels/CHIPHHH
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* Startup.com. -Thursday.

Behind-the-scenes documentary chronicling the turbulent development of an award-winning Internet site "turning a familiar headline into a high-pressure personal odyssey".
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Now playing.

Shrek, Mummy, Knight's Tale, The Dish, One Night at McCool's, Freddie Got Fingered, Crocodile Dundee in LA, Bridget Jones's Diary, Chocolat, Spy Kids, Joe Dirt, Josie and the Pussycats, ...
http://bedno.com/movies
INFO

WAY too much GREAT dance and theater and comedy and poetry to cover.

Get yourself a Reader or NewCity magazine.
Hundreds of city locations.
INFO

* Good Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $4.

SUNDAY MIDNIGHT SHOW added this week.
8p (Fr-We): Traffic - Steven Soderbergh.
10p (Fr-We): Snatch - Benicio Del Toro, Dennis Farina, Vinnie Jones, Brad Pitt, ...
midnt (Fr,Sa,Su): Hannibal - Anthony Hopkins, Julianne Moore, Ray Liotta, ...
Brew & View, 312/618-VIEW, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Friday 2001.05.25:    ^

CLOSING: Something Cloudy, Something Clear. Tennessee Williams' last play. Fr/Sa/Su/Th -2001.05.27 18+ $15-25 Th-Sa 7:30p, Su 2:30p.

Something Cloudy, Something Clear is a rarely seen work by Tennessee Williams - it was the last play of his to open in NYC during his lifetime. Set on the beach of Provincetown in 1940, SCSC follows a day in the life of young writer - clearly a stand in for Williams - and his love for a beautiful Canadian dancer, Kip Kiernan. Written with both the innocence of youth and the wisdom and regret of old age, SCSC is a beautiful portrait of the artist as an old man.
773/883-1090 http://www.bailiwick.org
Bailiwick Arts Center, 773/883-1091, 1229 West Belmont. 10 blocks off Lake Shore Drive on Belmont.
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Cubs host Milwaukee. WGN. -Sunday All ages. $10-? After 1p.

Wrigley Field, 773/404-CUBS, 1060 W Addision.
http://www.cubs.com
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Critical Mass. Bicyclists take over the streets in numbers, educating drivers. Last Fridays 5:30p.

Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Kill Hannah, Camden. All ages. $8 6:30p.

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Offending Shadows. by Babara Carlisle. Fr/Sa/Th -2001.06.16 $15 (Su 7p) 8p.

"A stirring new reconstruction of Sophocles Oedipus and Antigone..."
TriArts, 773/866-8082, 5315 N Clark #142.
http://www.triarts.org
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Invader Zim. Best new cartoon out! Fridays All ages. Free 8-8:30p.

Excellent and Futurama-like, but darker. Wildly bizarre adventures of an hyper-enthusiastic evil alien infiltrator.
NICK. http://www.nick.com
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Aqua Events. Fridays 21+ $10 9p-?a.

5.25: David Hollands, Paul Anthony, Miss Bio Booster, Josh Grant.
Aqua, 312/942-9999, 201 N Green. A.K.A. 820 W Lake, near Halsted.
http://www.aquanightclub.com
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Voiceless Artist Alliance Showcase. Concert featuring the next wave of chicago music brilliance... 21+ $6 10p.

Featuring the tribal / ambient / monster love of... MiLkBabY w/ special guests, the science and the senses of... The Detholz all this yumminess ...
http://voicelessproductions.com
Gunther Murphy's, 773/472-5139, 1638 W Belmont. Just West of Ashland.
http://centerstage.net/music/clubs/Gunt.html
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Bang. "The Quality Of Sound" Fridays 21+ $15+ 10p-4a.

One of the hottest Friday spots. Resident Chris Gin with visiting heavyweight headliners. Always well produced, nice change of scene with Hiroki in the mezz. Lots of house, crowded late. Dress well, no tennis shoes.
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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* Dance music heavyweight Marcus Wyatt. Sweet and Lowdown. Fridays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

RSVP for cocktail recept -11p.
Justin Long and Sativa host guest DJs for "Down Tempo, Hip Hop, Lounge House, Dancehall, Tech House". Dress well. Outside garden now open!
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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DEPARTURES. Progressive UK house, deep funky trance, techno. Fridays 21+ $10 10:15p-4a.

Guestlisting gives $5 til midnite and open bar 9-10p.
FUEL presents: Chicago's definite outlet to the sonic bliss. Resident ANDRE SOLARIS (FUEL/Clubland Saturday Nite 92.7&5FM 3-6am) with weekly guests. Massive sound and visuals.
5.25: JOE BOND (touched-by-a-dj - New York). First FUEL appearance directly from NYC.
847/670-3300 http://www.fuelinfo.com
Aura, 312/266-2114, 640 N Dearborn.
http://www.aceplaces.com/aura/home.html
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Anything Box. "Elektrodelica" 18+ $22. 10:30p.

"Electro Pop, Alternative, Punk, 60's Garage, Rock and Hip Hop"
http://www.anythingbox.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://apps.hob.com/schedule/venues.asp?vid=100
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NEW LOCATION: Timeless Productions "underground sounds". Fridays 21+ $? 11p-4a.

Resident DJs Andre Hatchett, Vic Lavender and Charles Matlock. Free buffet 11p-midnt. Patio, full menu all night!
Mercury, 312/427-1774, 221 W VanBuren.
http://underground-chicago.com
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Saturday 2001.05.26:    ^

Memorial Day Parade. Yearly. All ages. Free 12p.

150 units, a dozen bands, veterans distributing flags and poppies, 15000 participants expected. Note that Grant Park features a statue of General Logan, who first officially recognized this day.
2001 IS SPECIAL for an extraordinary number of big military anniversaries: Declaration of Independence and Marine Corps 225th anniversary, USO and WWII 60th, Korean War 50th, Desert Storm 10th.
312/269-7930 http://www.cityofchicago.org/SpecialEvents/html/Parades.html
Grant Park Columbus from Balbo North to Monroe.
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Finger Eleven. Alt.Rock. All ages. $10 6p.

http://www.fingereleven.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://apps.hob.com/schedule/venues.asp?vid=100
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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.
5.26: Current Threats to National Security and Vital Role of the United Nations.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.homestead.com/main.html
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Spooky Rock Show. Rachael's.Surrender, Urn and Babylonian Tiles. 21+ $? 9p.

Reportedly a MAJOR lineup and special event. Also Carrie Monster spins.
U.S. Beer Company, 773/871-7799, 1801 N Clybourn. Corner of Sheffield, Clybourn, and Willow.
http://www.usbeerco.com
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World Of Magic. Another downtown club house night. Saturdays 21+ $20 9p-?a.

RSVP at http://www.clubnocturnal.com/rsvp.htm for guestlisting.
Euro/Progressive/Trance with DJs Billy The Kid, Mix, DVS, Curt Caris. Ladies first. "Upscale creative club attire required". Prizes to sexiest clubbers.
http://www.x-tremepro.com
Nocturnal, 312/491-1794, 1111 W Lake.
http://www.clubnocturnal.com
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FIREWORKS!!! And Skyline Stage opening weekend. All ages. Free. Also Sunday. 9:30p.

WXRT sponsored.
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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* Dave Ralph. Deluxe trance . 18+ $20-30 11p.

http://www.daveralph.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://apps.hob.com/schedule/venues.asp?vid=100
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Sunday 2001.05.27:    ^

Shabuoth. Jewish holiday. Yearly.

Commemorates the revelation of the Torah at Sinai. Date varies each year. Observance begins at sunset and lasts two days.
http://judaism.about.com
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Urban M.I.N.E.S. Last Sundays 21+ 7-10p.

Music Industry Networking & Entertainment Social.
http://www.urbanmines.bigstep.com
Subterranean, 773/278-6600, 2011 W North. At Milwaukee in Wicker Park. In the lounge.
http://barsonline.com/chicago/subterranean
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* FIFTH ANNIVERSARY! New Power Party (since 1996). Samnation spins Artist Formerly Known as Prince. Last Sundays 21+ Free 8p-4a.

Movie 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.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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* "Back Track" 80s Costume Party! 21+ $? 9p-2a.

Celebration of fasion and music with WBMX's Frankie "HOLLYWOOD" Rodriguez, plus Rick Garcia, Pumpin Pete, Radical Jes Mendoza, Uncle Milty, Rich Divizio, Jesse De La Pena, Harry the Blade, PNS, Delirious Danny, Phantom 45 spinning the best House, New Wave, High Energy and Dance Music from 1980-89, remembering clubs and radio stations gone by.
http://www.deafzoo.com
Funky Buddha Lounge, 312/666-1695, 728 W Grand.
http://www.funkybuddha.com
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* Foam Party. 17+ $20 9p-?a.

Dance in up to 10 feet of foam bubbles while listening to chicago's hottest DJ's: Chris Tomasone, Breakdown B, Tony 2 Much, others. Tickets are limited, available by credit card on web site. Free mix CD to women in bikini, sound by FearNone.net.
630/415-8434 http://www.globaladrenaline.net
Chasers, 630/851-6930, 87 Executive Drive, Aurora. Rt 88 to 59 South to New York St., head west to Chasers on left side behind Fox Valley Mall.
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Signal Strength. Solid drum&bass weekly. Sundays 21+ $0-3 9p-2a.

Hear Natty, 40 Oz, Chris G, The Black Russian, others, spin the sounds of d&b, dub, hip hop, etc.
773/868-6331 http://chicagodrumandbass.com
U.S. Beer Company, 773/871-7799, 1801 N Clybourn. Corner of Sheffield, Clybourn, and Willow.
http://www.usbeerco.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Also Skyline Stage opening weekend. All ages. Free 9:30p.

Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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Liquid Soul. 21+ $10 9:30p.

Great jazz/funk/dance band with a rapper and horn section.
http://www.liquidsoul.com
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com
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RPM. DJs w/ musicians. Sundays 21+ $? 10p.

"First ever live rave band" DJs spin club hits 80's-present, joined by live musicians. 1/2 price all drinks.
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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* Whiplash. New fetish weekly. Sundays 21+ $5-8 10p-4a.

DJ Chilli Winters spinning hard & dark alternative dance. Scary Lady Sarah related. Dress code: Fetish (latex, leather, pvc); drag; ultra glam; uber goth; fantasy character; period costume.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Spy Bar, 312/587-8779, 646 N Franklin. Free parking in South lot.
http://www.spybarchicago.com
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Monday 2001.05.28:    ^

Memorial Day. Last Monday in May Yearly.

Legal Holiday. Honors United States military personnel who died in wars. Formerly called Decoration Day, observed since the civil war. Parades, flags fly at half mast, ceremonies at veteran's graves. Major pinic and veg-e-q day.
http://dmoz.org/Society/Holidays/Memorial_Day
http://www.weber.com
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Boom Boom Room. Mondays 21+ $10 10p-4a.

Progressive and deep house. Decorative staff, good quality dance club lights and design, 3 bars, free parking early. Clubber attire required, gay friendly.
Red Dog, 773/278-5138, 1958 W North.
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Tuesday 2001.05.29:    ^

Corrosion of Conformity, Speed Dealer, Karma to Burn. Alt.Rock. All ages. $15 6p.

On a major new album tour.
http://www.coc.net
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://apps.hob.com/schedule/venues.asp?vid=100
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Speed-dating. Tuesdays 21+ $? 6p.

Enjoy up to 45 two minute dates. Signup at site below.
http://fastdater.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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Rod Blagovejich, Nicholas Tremulis Band. All ages. $25 7p.

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Estrogen Fest (since 2000). Yearly. $10-12 8p.

"No crying and no male bashing allowed at an all new unprecedented festival of Goddesshood encompassing theatre, dance, music and original performance pieces in a two-part rotating repertory"
773/489-0843 http://www.aardvarktheatre.com
Second Unitarian Church, 773/549-0260, 656 W Barry. In the Performance Loft.
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* Nocturna (since 1989). Goth w/ Scary Lady Sarah, THE weekly gathering of darker souls. Tuesdays NOW 18+! $3 10p-4a.

Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Wednesday 2001.05.30:    ^

Fussion 2001 Fashion Show. International Academy of Design and Technology annual. $20 4p.

"Fussion"? (sic). VIP reception $0 at 5:30p, second show $40 at 7p.
312/980-4848 http://www.iadtchicago.com
Field Museum, Auditorium, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.fmnh.org
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* Stereomud, Endo, Spike 1000. "Pain And Suffering Tour" All ages. $1.01 6:30p.

Free t-shirt to first 100 people.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Group Skate. Wednesdays All ages. Free 6:30p.

"The granddaddy of Chicago group skates" as mentioned in national press. Destination TBD (Chinatown/Adler/...) and optionally back for beers. 8-12 miles, some street skating, full gear and blinkers strongly recommended, intermediate and up, be prompt. Canceled if wet.
http://www.thirstydog.net
Londo Mondo, 888/828-7630, 1100 N Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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* The Backyard Variety Show. A showcase of Vaudevillesque talent. Last Wednesdays 21+ (or w/ parent) $7-10 8p.

May include acrobats, torch singers, fire eaters, stilt walkers, ventriloquists, fakirs, dog acts, and other amazing and unusual acts. Usually hosted by Douglas Grew of The Midnight Circus. Check the site for good jazz most nights.
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo. Discounted parking available. Near downtown stops on all train lines.
http://www.hothouse.net
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Seminar Drum-n-Bass (since 1998). THE weekly Bass By The Pound party.. Wednesdays 21+ $5 9p-2a.

SanFran junglist Star Eyes joins residents Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, cool decor, good drink selection, packed little dance area. Sometimes lights and webcast. Can't come? Tune in to 89.3FM WNUR 9:30-11p.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://www.bigwignightclub.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Wednesdays -2001.08.29 Yearly. All ages. Free 9:30p.

Visible anywhere near the lake.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. Take the free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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* Lunacy. Industrial, SM/tattoos, pretty darn hot. Wednesdays 21+ $5-15 10p-4a.

A fetish friendly dark playground of decadence with go-go girls, buff boys, visual assaults, bondage and tattoos. Now with Residents Chris Gin and Mystic Bill spinning, Pat Parsons in the Mezz. Dress well, no tennis shoes. Ladies free, strange pets welcome, $1.50 drink specials.
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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Thursday 2001.05.31:    ^

World No Tobacco Day (since 1988). Leave the pack behind. Yearly.

Sponsored by the World Health Organization.
http://www.who.int
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Chicago Comedy Festival (since 1998). Annual showcase of the country's best comedy stand-up, sketch, performance and film. -2001.06.03 Yearly.

Includes Don Rickles, Eric Begosian, Judy Tenuta, Lewis Black, Laura Kightlinger, Andy Kindler, John Pinette, Merrill Markoe, Neil Hamburger, MORE!
312/944-2200 http://www.comedytown.com
Various venues. Chicago Theatre, Vic, Black Orchid, Park West, Zanies, Coyles, Lincoln Lodge, Apollo, ...
INFO

The Dorks, Dont Look Down, Sullen, All Else Fails. All ages. $8 6:30p.

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Neil Hamburger Entertainment Extravaganza. Alternative comedy and performance showcase. -Saturday 18+ $12 Fr/Sa 10p, Th 8p.

Drag City recording artist aka "America's Funnyman" makes a rare appearance hosting an eclectic bill of alternative comedy performers from across the country as part of the 4th annual Chicago Comedy Festival.
312/944-2200 http://www.comedytown.com
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Intersection of Lincoln, Damen, Irving Park.
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Marvin Tates D-Settlement. 21+ (or w/ parent) $5-10 9p.

"hip-hop, funk, jazzy riffs, rock bass, and frenetic spoken word riffs on a groove ... engaged in social commentary and positive energy".
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo. Discounted parking available. Near downtown train stops.
http://www.hothouse.net
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Alternative Beat. DJs Laura B and Jen Jameson. Thursdays 21+ $0-10 10p-4a.

Simulcast on Q101 midnt-2a. This night is notably good and Karma-like. Excellent decore, service, lights and sound. Slightly heavier than mainstream, gets quite crowded after 1a.
Aura, 312/266-2114, 640 N Dearborn.
http://www.aceplaces.com/aura/home.html
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Attractions:    ^

New Star Rider theatre shows. All ages. $5-13 Free Tuesdays.

Dramatically expanded, much high tech exhibitry.
Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-10p last Friday), Sa/Su 9a-6p.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Masterpieces. Interesting permanent and visiting exhibits. All ages. Free Tuesdays, else $5-8.

Mo/We/Th/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Tu 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p.
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://www.artic.edu/aic
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World class gardens. Easy to get to, great restaurant. All ages. $7-15 parking.

Open daily (except xmas) about 8a-sunset.
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. Free Thursdays. 10a-5p Tu-Su.

Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free.

"Con/Textual" variety of works containing text -2001.06.17.
"A Brief History of Twine" retrospective featuring two dozen Donald Lipinski works -2001.06.24.
ALSO: Various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Also: good music daily at 12:15p (Classical Mo/We, Jazz Tu, Pop Th). Open late Thursdays.
Mo-We 10a-7p, Th 10a-9p, Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 78 E Washington.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/Tourism/CulturalCenter
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Natural History done right. All ages. $4-8, Free Wednesdays. 9a-5p.

"Underground Adventure" - Walk through hugely magnified soil ecosystem. "Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, now with life-size robot "Kinetosaur". Also insects, anthropology, 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. $3-5 Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p.

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.

11.1-3.31 8a-5p, 4.1-5.25 8a-6p, 5.26-9.3 Mo-Fr 8a-6p Sa/Su/holidays 8a-7p, 9.4-10.31 8a-6p. Buildings close earlier.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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MANY EXCELLENT SHOWS RIGHT NOW. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.

Gilbert & George: Nineteen Ninety Nine, a monumental work projecting a vision of the next century with an emphasis on the delicate human qualities -2001.05.20.
"Original Language" Highlights from the MCA collection, works spanning five decades -2001.08.05.
"No Harm in Looking" photo/video work involving the viewer's relationship with the subject -2001.08.19.
Christian Marclay: musical, sculptural, electro works -2001.09.02.
Much more.
We-Su 10a-5p, Tu 10a-8p. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New years Day.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $3-13, Free Thursdays.

New TIME exhibit now open, possibly the best collection in existence of clocks through history.
Mo-Fr 9:30a-4p, Sa/Su 9:30a-5:30p.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
http://www.msichicago.org
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PIER WALK NOW OPEN! Oooooodles of good fun and art, IMax, food, Shakespeare, VR games, ... All ages. Free.

Over 100 massive outdoor sculptures on display -2001.10.07. Arguably Chicago's very greatest civic art accomplishment.
IMAX now showing: Cirque Du Soleil Journey of Man.
Pier hours: Mo-Th 10a-8p, Fr/Sa 10a-10p, Su 10a-7p, closed 12.25.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. Take the free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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Truly stunning world class aquarium. $11-18.

Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), many special late days, Free Mo/Tu Sept-Feb.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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