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2001.09.14 (week 220)

A Great Disturbance In The Force.

A Great Disturbance In The Force.

At war against evil. Stages of grief: shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance, reinvestment. Expect widespread cancellations. For helpful info and to read about and comment on recent events visit http://bedno.com/info.php?s=911
DON'T MISS: Demonstrations of Unity, Zentra Fr; Rive Sa; Citizenship/RoshHashanah Mo; ROOT Th;

Recommended:

Ongoing: Farmers Markets.
Ongoing: "Suite Home Chicago"
Ongoing: Import / Export at Women Made Gallery.
Fr: David Byrne at Riviera Theatre.
Fr: Americans Show Unity Against Terrorism.
Fr: EXPAND at Weeds.
...-Su: Prayer services for the nation at St. Jerome's Church.
Fr: Spectrum of Sound at Zentra.
Ongoing: Person or Persons Unknown at Wing & Groove Theatre Company.
Fr: NEW EPISODE!!! Invader Zim on NICK.
Fr: Deep Banana Blackout at Park West.
Fr: Trance Dance at Circuit.
Fr: HEX at The Mutiny.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Futurarium.
...-Sa: Midnite shows: Sick&Twisted Animation Fest, Gamera 2 at Music Box Theatre.
Sa: Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Devon at Chicago Cultural Center.
Sa: Learn Comedy ! at Zanies Comedy Club.
Sa: FINAL WEEKS: Bristol Renaissance Faire at Renaissance Village.
Sa-Su: Chicago Celtic Festival - CANCELLED at Grant Park.
Sa: Disco Biscuits at Vic Theatre.
Sa: RECONNECTION at Underground Lounge.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Seven hours of pure progressive at Rive Gauche Nightclub.
Su: Mexican Independence Day.
Su: Model Rocket Launching at Greene Valley Forest Preserve.
Su: Weekly Coffeehouse at The Burkhart Underground.
Su: Systeme at Le Passage.
Su: Whiplash at Spy Bar.
Mo: Citizenship Day.
Mo-We: Rosh Hashanah.
Mo: Lucinda William, Ron Sexsmith at Vic Theatre.
Mo: Goth Pool Night at Philosofur's.
Mo: Blue Groove Lounge at Funky Buddha Lounge.
Tu: Real World on MTV.
Tu: Speed-dating at Joe's Sports Bar.
...

Ongoing:    ^

Farmers Markets. Straight from the source. -2001.10.21.

Tu: Federal Plaza, Dearborn/Adams -10.16 7a-3p.
Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn -10.16 7a-2p.
Tu: Museum of Contemporary Art -10.16 11a-7p.
  (also features flowers, baked goods, organic produce)
Th: Daley Plaza 8.2/23/30, 9.6/20 7a-3p.
  (also Mo-Fr during Chicagoween 10.15-19/22-26/29-31)
Th: Prudential Plaza, Lake/Beaubien: 8.2/16/30, 9.13/27, 10.11 7a-3p.
Th: Riverside Plaza, Washington/Madison/river: 8.2/16/30, 9.13/27, 10.11 7a-3p.
Th: Jackson/Wacker park: 8.9/23, 8.6/20, 10.4 7a-3p.
Th: Eli's/Wright College, Mntrs&Forest -10.18 7a-2p.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt -10.18 7a-2p.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central -10.20 7a-2p.
Sa: Edgewater, Broadway&Thorndale -10.20 7a-2p.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Halsted -10.20 7a-2p.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division -10.20 7a-2p.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln -10.20 7a-2p.
Sa: North Halsted, Grace/Brdwy/Halsted -10.20 7a-2p.
Su: Galewood, Cortland&Newlnd 8.19,9.16,10.21 7a-2p.
Su: WickerPark, Schiller&Damen -10.14 7a-2p.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/ConsumerServices/farmersmarket.html
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"Suite Home Chicago" "An International Exhibition of Urban Street Furniture" -2001.10.13.

Life-sized fiberglass forms of a sofa, TV, chair, ottoman, decorated by artists, various public locations throughout downtown and the major metropolitan area. Quantity to reach several hundred.
http://www.chicagourbanart.org
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Import / Export. Women artists who incorporate distinct elements of their ancestral heritage into their work. -2001.10.04 We-Fr noon-4p, Sa/Su noon-7p.

Women Made Gallery, 312/328-0038, 1900 S Prairie.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Now playing.

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Rock Star, Ghosts of Mars, Curse of the Jade Scorpion, Rat Race, Osmosis Jones, Bubble Boy, Rush Hour 2, Princess Diaries, Ghost World, Planet of the Apes, America's Sweethearts, Final Fantasy, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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WAY too much GREAT dance and theater and comedy and poetry to cover.

Get yourself a Reader or NewCity magazine.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p (Fr,Su,Tu): Moulin Rouge - Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent, ...
10p (Fr,Su,Tu): Fast and the Furious - Street racing action...
midnt (Fr): Boiler Room - Illegal stock selling...
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 2001.09.14:    ^

David Byrne. All ages. $28.50.

Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
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* Americans Show Unity Against Terrorism. (7p EST) 6p.

"Step out of your door, stop your car, or step out of your establishment and light a candle. We will show the world that Americans are strong and united against terrorism."
Also show flags; half mast until Sunday.
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EXPAND. A multi media art show. 21+ 7p-2a.

Music, art, poetry, visual projections, DJs, and contests to win. Artists: Alice Brozofsky, Hollt Todd, Kirigami by D. Wave, Annie, Kym Thomas, Liz Miller and many more. Music by: THE MORMAN ANTI MATTER CHOIR, Phenoms, Heavy Petting, Spinello, Mass Transit, King and Russ. Burning Man attendee friendly -- costumes welcome. "Experience is not what happens to you; its what you do with what happens to you " - Aldous Huxley.
Weeds, 312/943-7815, 1555 N Dayton. Near Halsted and North.
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Prayer services for the nation. -Sunday 7:30p.

Special events at religious institutions everywhere. This one just happens to be nearest me and is the only blood drive I found on the far north. A great parish in a rough neghborhood.
Also call: Bahai, 800/22-UNITE, Wilmette, http://www.us.bahai.org
St. Jerome's Church, 773/262-3170, 1709 W Lunt. Near Red line Morse stop.
http://www.edgewater.org
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* Spectrum of Sound. Special Event. 21+ $0-10 8p-4a.

Respond for free admission and drinks 8-11p!
Playboy playmate of the year Brandy Roderick hosts. DJs Derrick Carter headlines, with residents Justin Long, Sativa and Shon Dervis spinning House and similar. Dress well. Outside garden closing soon.
http://www.spectrumofsoundinc.com
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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Person or Persons Unknown. Fr/Sa/Su -2001.09.29 All ages. $10-15 8p.

Drama examining the media circus around an unsolved crime.
773/782-9416 x1
Wing & Groove Theatre Company, 773/782-9416 x2, 1935 1/2 W North Ave. Damen stop blue line, half block from Milwaukee-North-Damen intersection.
http://www.wingandgroove.com
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NEW EPISODE!!! Invader Zim. Best new cartoon out! Fridays All ages. Free 8p.

Excellent and dark new animation from Jhonen Vasquez. Wildly bizarre adventures of an hyper-enthusiastic but short evil alien infiltrator.
9.14: Zim is obsessed with a candy drive.
http://gir.n3.net
NICK. http://www.nick.com
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Deep Banana Blackout. 18+ $12 9p.

Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Trance Dance. 2nd Fridays 21+ $5-10 9p-4a.

Performers such as Laura B, Aubrey Jones, Rubio & Kidd, Louie Louie. Lots of glow stix, phosphorescence, dance performers, primarily gay.
Circuit, 773/325-2233, 3641 N Halsted.
http://www.circuitclub.com
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HEX (since 2000). Fridays 21+ $5 11p-2a.

A Glamourous little party catering to the gothic crowd. Boa bartends, Carriemonster and friends spin. Sometimes CD giveaways and tarot.
http://hex.goth.nu
The Mutiny, 773/486-7774, 2428 N Western. Just North of Fullerton.
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Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. Fr/Sa All ages? $6-11 (also Su 7:30p) 11:30p.

30 plays in 60 minutes, lots of improv, very welcoming, often topical.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://www.neofuturists.org
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Midnite shows: Sick&Twisted Animation Fest, Gamera 2. Fr/Sa -2001.09.15 18+ $7.50 12a.

Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Saturday 2001.09.15:    ^

Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Devon. Bring a snack. 3rd Saturday in September Yearly. $20-25 4hr 10a.

Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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Learn Comedy ! 17 year veteran Comedian Teaches Standup. All ages. $99 at the door. 5hrs. 10a.

Comedy workshop at Top Chicago Club.
773/506-1595 http://www.befunny.com
Zanies Comedy Club, 312/337-4027, 1548 North Wells. 1/2 south of North Ave and Wells St.
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* FINAL WEEKS: Bristol Renaissance Faire. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, goth. Spend all day. Sa/Su -2001.09.23 All ages. $7-17 10a-7p.

Open just NINE enchanted weekends. Coupons at website. 16 stages, 50 food booths, over 180 arts and crafts shops.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773. Near Kenosha, I94 N to Russel Rd W to Frontage to 128.
http://www.renfair.com
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Chicago Celtic Festival (since 1997) - CANCELLED. Music all day on two stages. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 11:30a-9:30p.

Over 150k people celebrating the Irish and the ancient.
Grant Park, 312/744-3370.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/SpecialEvents/Festivals/Celtic2001
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Disco Biscuits. 18+ $16.50 8p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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RECONNECTION. 21+ $5 Bi-monthly. 8p-2a.

House, techno, drum&bass party with DJ Riverman and special guests. All are welcome. Very casual.
9.15: Focus on newschool/future beats!
Underground Lounge, 773/327-2739, 952 W Newport. Corner of Clark and Sheffield.
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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.
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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Seven hours of pure progressive. Saturdays 21+ $0-5 10p-5a.

DJs Chris Gin and Johnny Chaos. Drink specials. Valet and easy parking. Good AC. Classy environment.
Rive Gauche Nightclub, 312/738-9971, 306 N Halsted. At Fulton.
http://www.rivegauchenightclub.com
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Sunday 2001.09.16:    ^

More Sunday events. Sundays.

Text version users: See the preceding ONGOING and SATURDAY sections for multi-day events which continue today.
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Mexican Independence Day. Yearly.

Commemorates the call for independence from Spain in 1821.
http://www.mexico.com
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Model Rocket Launching (since 1963). 3rd Sundays All ages. Free 2p.

I've launched with this group. Deeply validates that it's OK to be a geek. All skill levels. Northern Illinois Rocketry Association hosted. Held far from population centers due to danger. Only a few launches a year.
630/483-2468 http://nira.chicago.il.us
Greene Valley Forest Preserve, Route 53 and 75th Street, Woodridge.
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Weekly Coffeehouse (since 1999). Sundays All ages. $4 Donation. 9p.

Open mic, poets, musicians, door prizes. Interesting alternative community art and photos always on display. Includes coffee/tea/coke.
The Burkhart Underground, 773/348-8536, 2845 N Halsted.
http://burkhartstudios.com
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Systeme. A night of perfect underground. Sundays 21+ $10 10p-4a.

Now relocated from Mad Bar. "Listen to some of the best House music from Chicago and around the globe. Resident DJs Brian Gardner and Frique with nightly guest DJs."
Le Passage, 312/255-0022, 1 Oak Place. At intersection with Rush.
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* Whiplash. Sundays 21+ $5-8 10p-4a.

Scary Lady Sarah produced. DJ Chilli Winters spinning hard & dark alternative dance. Dress code: Fetish, latex, leather, pvc, drag, ultra glam, uber goth, fantasy character, period costume. Special performances last Sunday of each month. SERIOUS scene, not for the meek.
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 2001.09.17:    ^

Citizenship Day (since 1952). Yearly.

Day established by Congress to give recognition to people who became American citizens in the preceding year.
http://www.ins.usdoj.gov
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Rosh Hashanah. Jewish New Year (5762). -2001.09.19 Yearly. Observance begins at 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. 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 of sin.
http://judaism.about.com
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Lucinda William, Ron Sexsmith. All ages. $30 7:30p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Goth Pool Night. Mondays 21+ FREE! 8:30p-12a.

Long running event draws a dozen or more like minded. Bar features wide beer selection, menu, darts, video games. Head for Berlin after.
http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/chicagogoth
Philosofur's, 773/477-3661, 2833 N Sheffield.
http://www.barsonline.com/chicago/philosofurs
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Blue Groove Lounge (since 1994). "Chicago's longest running hip-hop night." Mondays 21+ $10, Ladies free -11p. 9p-2a.

Residents 33.3, Supacuts, Non Stop, De La Pena. Upcoming guest DJs include Tone B Nimble, Norman Rockwell, Aloe, D Double, more. Open mic from 11p.
http://www.bluegroovelounge.com
Funky Buddha Lounge, 312/666-1695, 728 W Grand.
http://www.funkybuddha.com
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Tuesday 2001.09.18:    ^

Real World. Tuesdays 9p.

Now filming here for next season and Bedno.com FOUND IT FIRST!!!!! Check out the photos, and post your sightings to the board. Now showing new season 10 episodes back in NYC.
http://bedno.com/info.php?s=realworld
MTV. http://www.mtv.com
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Speed-dating. Tuesdays 21+ $? 7p.

Enjoy up to 45 three minute dates. Signup at site below to participate.
http://fastdater.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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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 2001.09.19:    ^

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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Tricky. All ages. $17.50-20 7:30p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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* The Backyard Variety Show. A showcase of Vaudevillesque talent. 3rd 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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Marcus Intalex headlines Seminar. THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $5 9p-2a.

"smooth melodies fused with tough, rolling breaks ... a staple in every DJ's bag ... bringin his signature sound to Chicago for the first time" w/ residents Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, cool decor, good drink selection, often PACKED! Sometimes good cyber lights. Sometimes http://www.bassdrive.com 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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Women Obsession (since 1990). Intended as a ladies night for ladies. 1st/2nd/3rd Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

http://www.womyn.org
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Thursday 2001.09.20:    ^

AFTERHOURS at the Art Institute. 3rd Thursdays $10-15 5:30-8:30p.

"Post-work celebration of the beauty of art and the power of entertainment." Themed to associate with current exhibitions. Includes gallery walks, tours, performance, dance, poetry, stories, music, complimentary food, bar. See the works while mingling/networking with a few hundred hipsters.
http://www.artic.edu/aic/programs/after.html
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
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* Traveling Diner. "Travel Locally. Dine Globally." 21+ $35 6-10p.

A unique series of culinary adventures. Try new restaurants, learn about different cultures, and meet great people. Tickets must be purchased in advance. See site for details.
http://www.travelingdiner.com
Byzantium, 312/454-1227, 232 S Halsted. In Greek Town.
http://www.byzantiumchicago.com
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* Earth, Wind & Fire with Rufus featuring Chaka Khan. $50-75 7:30p.

Arie Crown Theater, 312/791-6516, 2301 S Lake Shore. in McCormick Place.
http://www.ariecrown.com
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Ted Nugent. 21+ $28.50 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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** ROOT. Monthly jungle/d&b event. 3rd Thursdays 21+ $ 9p-2a.

"Pittsburgh's Bagel" spins "freshest dub plates from Phunckateck's Juju, UFO, and Abstract" w/ DJs 40Oz and Four/4. Intensely energetic tunez for an eclectic crowd of freaks. Chatting early, crowded late. Completely KISS themed second bar upstairs with pinball and velvet paintings.
312/409-4552 http://www.cosmicbreaks.com
Liar's Club, 773/665-1110, 1665 W Fullerton. Take I94 or Ashland/Clybourne.
http://www.liarsclub.com
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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.aurachicago.com
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FIX Thursdays. Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

Resident DJs Chris Gin and Shamanlove with special weekly guests. Valet and easy parking. Good AC. Drink specials. Classy environment.
http://www.redeyespy.com
Rive Gauche Nightclub, 312/738-9971, 306 N Halsted. At Fulton.
http://www.rivegauchenightclub.com
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Attractions:    ^

MAJOR NEW ATTRACTIONS AT NAVY PIER. All ages. Mostly free. Su-Th 10a-10p, Fr/Sa 10a-midnt.

PIER WALK NOW OPEN! Over 100 massive outdoor sculptures on display, one of the world's greatest civic art accomplishments -2001.10.07.
A*MAZING CHICAGO new attraction open. 15-minute walk-through full sensory experience featuring city themed tricky corridors.
IMAX now showing: Cirque Du Soleil Journey of Man.
ALSO: Giant Ferris Wheel, historic carousel, 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.
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. $5-13 Free Tuesdays.

Dramatically expanded, much high tech exhibitry.
Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-10p 1st Fridays), 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.

Prarie simulation, oriental garden, produce, vastly more. 1700ft G scale model train path through dozens of miniature American scenes.
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.

Excellent art furniture, Ghanian popular paintings, fine Italian glass, and Irish contemporary exhibits right now.
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. 8a-5p.

SOCIAL MIXER Thursday nights with snax, drinks and band, 21+ $10 6-9p.
New Butterfly garden open. New life-size animated robot "Kinetosaur" exhibit. "Underground Adventure" - Walk through hugely magnified soil ecosystem. "Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit. 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 8a-6p.

Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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FINAL WEEKS: H.C. Westerman sculptures -2001.09.23. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.

African Liberation Movements 1945-94 -2001.12.30.
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.
Also new Circus backstage, Howdy Doody, Sports and Cyberspace exhibits.
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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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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