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2001.09.21 (week 221)

Infinite Compassion

Infinite Compassion.

Runner up headlines: "WHAT'S YOUR PRIME DIRECTIVE" for the new Star Trek series and reflection on the Roddenberry absolute policy against interference in other cultures; "BOTTOMLESS" as in the markets, our despair, and the president's commitment to vengeance; "HOPELESS BUT NOT CRITICAL" a 1965 movie describing the discordance of imposed normalcy; But when "MOPELESS" occurred to me I realized I had to turn this frown upside down. I'm taking solace in the words of one of my personal heros, Einstein. See http://www.sfheart.com/einstein.html - sadly applicable mainly in the abstract. Also see the forum on recent events at http://bedno.com/info.php?s=911
DON'T MISS: PeaceFest 20 bands noon-9p THIS WEEKEND at Montrose Beach. Other crazy creative events include the final Spinout (DJs at Burnham Park) Saturday, roll&bowl Sunday, final Renn Faire weekend, Yom Kippur and lots of good uncancelled concerts.
ALSO, a BUNCH of cool new photo albums have been posted. Visit http://bedno.com/photos.php for recent shoots of Finestra, TMLMTBGB, local response to the attacks, World's Largest Banana Split, the hobby expo and hanging with BattleBots stars, Thought Woven, Gothic BBQ, German Fest, SpyBar, Berlin, Walker Bros, Boystown, Andersonville and more.

Recommended:

Ongoing: Farmers Markets.
Ongoing: "Suite Home Chicago"
Ongoing: Import / Export at Women Made Gallery.
Ongoing: "MFX1"
...-Su: Inkin' Lincoln Tattoo Convention at Radisson Hotel O'Hare.
Ongoing: GLITTER now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: World Music Festival at Hot House.
...-Sa: Native American Equinox Celebration at Old Town School of Folk Music.
...-Su: FUN CARNIVAL at Warren Park.
Fr: Tender Loving Care's at Columbia Yacht Club.
Fr: "America: A Tribute to Heroes" at ALL MAJOR NETWORKS!
Fr: Sweet and Lowdown at Zentra.
Fr: The Sex Diaries Relief Fund Preview Party at The Playground Theater.
Fr: HEX at The Mutiny.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Futurarium.
Sa: Autumnal Equinox.
Sa: Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Chinatown / Pilsen at Chicago Cultural Center.
Sa-Su: FINAL WEEKEND: Bristol Renaissance Faire at Renaissance Village.
Sa-Su: The Peace Fest at Montrose Beach.
Sa: SPINOUT at Burnham Skate Park.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Virgo 3 at Cafe Lura.
Sa: POINTY TEETH CD release party at Berlin.
Sa: Hair Banger's Ball at Joe's Sports Bar.
Sa: Seven hours of pure progressive at Rive Gauche Nightclub.
Sa: World Famous Beat Junkies, The Visionaires at Metro.
Su: Octoberfest.
Su: Start of Libra.
Su: Bears host Minnesota at Soldiers Field.
Su: STNG Marathon on WPWR.
Su: Perv-54 with Guest from England Laine, Zen Darlings,&Tracer at Metro.
Su: ROLL and BOWL at Diversey-River Bowl.
Su: Weekly Coffeehouse at The Burkhart Underground.
Su: Systeme at Le Passage.
...

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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* "MFX1" Interactive Dance Installation. -2001.10.06 Ages? $5-10 Experiments 6-10p. 10p-6a.

THREE WEEKS ONLY! "Experimental environment merging art and technology in new ways to create a living architecture of video, sound and light that responds to its inhabitants. A changing climate that enables people to be active generators of their own experiences. The main input to the mfx1 architecture, an 800-sensor dance floor, can measure movement, activity, and how people are influenced by the space's rhythmic heartbeat. Simply by exploring mfx1 the visitor will create, alter and play a game with social space and media." - also bar and couches.
Fr 9.21: 8FatFat8 & D.J. Tobias.
Sa 9.22: Apsaras Dreaming, Dayhota & Lady D.
Su 9.23: Soul Foundation - Featuring Traxx.
Tu 9.25: Synesthesia - Live Electro Performances.
Th 9.27: 3 Degree - Featuring Special Guest.
MFX1, Evergreen and Kingsbury near Crobar. 90/94 to North Ave. east to Kingsbury, south to Evergreen, look for blue light.
http://www.mfx1.com
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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-We): Moulin Rouge - Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent, ...
10p (Fr,Su,Tu-We): 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 2001.09.21:    ^

Inkin' Lincoln Tattoo Convention (since 1995). -Sunday Yearly. Ages? Prices? Times?

Many vendors, artists, and judged shows.
847/297-8464 http://midwesttattootour.virtualave.net
Radisson Hotel O'Hare, 6810 N Mannheim, Rosemont.
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GLITTER now playing.

Mariah Carey's long awaited yet strangely timed biofictional first film.
http://www.glittermovie.com/
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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World Music Festival. -2001.09.29 21+ to drink (18+ w/ parent) $5-10.

Different international musical acts nightly. Cabaret / gallery atmosphere. Fest includes performances at many other music venues and major cultural facilities.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/WorldMusic
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo. Discounted parking available. Near downtown train stops.
http://www.hothouse.net
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Native American Equinox Celebration (since 1999). -Saturday 12-5p.

Part of World Music fest. Superb roster of artists and performers from different North American tribes. Spotlight on the Menominee, including a simulated village with demonstrations in Welles Park (Montrose&Western).
http://www.cityofchicago.org/WorldMusic/equinox.html
Old Town School of Folk Music, 773/728-6000, 4544 N Lincoln. Between Lawrence & Montrose.
http://www.oldtownschool.org
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FUN CARNIVAL. -Sunday All ages. 12p-?a.

A big one, with thrill rides, skill games, entertainment, cotton candy and corn dogs.
Warren Park, 6602 N Western. Near Devon.
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Tender Loving Care's. Annual Fundraiser & Raffle to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Illinois. All ages. $65 in advance, $75 at the door if available 6-11p.

Open premium bar, hors d'oeuvres, music, & dancing.
847/291-4464 http://www.preventchildabuseillinois.org/special/cruise.htm
Columbia Yacht Club, 312/938-3625, 111 N Lake Shore Drive. $3 parking available at Field Harbor Parking Garage on lower Randolph.
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"America: A Tribute to Heroes" National funds drive for attack victims. 2hrs 8-10p.

"In an unprecedented cooperative and collaborative effort, ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC will present a live two-hour, commercial-free, simulcast bringing the American family together to salute the American spirit, and raising funds for a long-term relief effort for the thousands and thousands of Americans who have directly suffered from this heinous assault on humanity. From NY and LA celebrities from television, feature films, music, sports and news will take part in an unforgettable and uplifting evening filled with music, memories, hope and inspiration. Participating at press time, in alphabetical order, are: Bon Jovi, Amy Brenneman, Jim Carrey, George Clooney, Sheryl Crow, Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, The Dixie Chicks, Robert De Niro, Clint Eastwood, Calista Flockhart, Dennis Franz, Kelsey Grammer, Tom Hanks, Faith Hill, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Conan O'Brien, Tom Petty, Ray Romano, Julia Roberts, Paul Simon, Will Smith, Bruce Springsteen, Sela Ward, Robin Williams, Stevie Wonder, Neil Young. More to follow. All funds raised from this program will go to the relief effort. All costs will be underwritten by the Networks, and everyone involved will be donating his or her time and resources. Will seek to unite a shaken world with words and music while paying tribute to the indomitable spirit, unfaltering fortitude and courage that truly makes America the land of the free and the home of the brave."
http://www.tvguide.com
ALL MAJOR NETWORKS!
http://www.cbs.com/specials/heroes/
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Iron Chef - Bamboo Shoots Battle. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Fridays 9-10p.

Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
http://www.foodtv.com/tvshows/ironchefindex
FOOD.
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Sweet and Lowdown. Fridays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Spectrum of Sound guests join DJs Justin Long, Sativa, Shon Dervis for "Down Tempo, Hip Hop, Lounge House, Dancehall, Tech House". Dress well. Outside garden closing soon.
http://www.sospromo.com
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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The Sex Diaries Relief Fund Preview Party. 18+ $30 or pay what you can. 10:30p.

Charity party (half of all proceeds benefit the red cross relief fund) previewing the new audience interactive play where you can meet people. Combines improv and sketch comedy and music to parody love, sex and relationships.
773/377-5002 x3062 thesexdiaries@hotmail.com
The Playground Theater, 3341 N Lincoln. At Roscoe off the Brown line Paulina stop.
http://www.the-playground.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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Saturday 2001.09.22:    ^

Autumnal Equinox. Yearly.

Day in fall when the night and day are of equal length. Official start of the fall season.
http://www.earthsky.com/Features/Skywatching
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Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Chinatown / Pilsen. Bring a snack. 4th 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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* FINAL WEEKEND: 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 in summer. 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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** The Peace Fest. 2 days of peace & music, speakers, bands, vendors, poets, free in our parks. -Sunday All ages. Free 12-9p.

Sa: David Azizi noon, Catfish Jenkins 12:15p, Cleo Patricx & Ambidexterous 1p, Info Nympho 2p, Electric Medicine 3p, Milk Plow 4p, Trading Brains 5p, Soul Food 6p, Old. No. 8 7p, Off Broadway acoustic by Laura Braun 8p.
Su: Sabrina noon, Subconsciuos Collective 12:15p, Leroy Fix 1p, Spare Change 2p, I Love Rich 3p, Genral Patton & His Privates 4p, Big Hello 5p, Groove Pushers 6p, Gypsi Fari 7p, Jack Straw (Jon Gram's new band) 8p.
708/795-1146 http://genralpatton.com/index004.htm
Montrose Beach, 4500 N at the lakefront. Exit LSD at Wilson or Montrose, or Red line Wilson stop, walk east. Behind Cricket Hill.
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* SPINOUT. DJs in the park, final time this summer. All ages. Free 2-6p.

City sanctioned outdoor dance music party with DJs Nortec Collective (Tijuana) and Mazi. Next to the free skate park! So bring board or blades.
http://www.djingisnotacrime.org
Burnham Skate Park, 312/742-PLAY, 31st and Lake Shore Drive. LSD to 31st, East to park, South to Skate Park. in adjacent meadow.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/press/skatepark.htm
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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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* Virgo 3. Deep Prog House, Techno, Breaks. 21+ $10 9p-3a.

Join us for the third installemnt of Nosmo & Krispy's b-day celebration at the ultimate setting of this intimate venue. Superb custom sound & visuals. Tunes from Andre Solaris, Nosmo, Krispy, Acid Soldier.
847/670-3300 http://www.fuelinfo.com
Cafe Lura, 773/736-3033, 3184 N Milwaukee. 1/2 block south of Belmont on Milwaukee. From I-94 exit Kimball, west on Belmont.
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* POINTY TEETH CD release party. 21+ Free 9:30p-5a.

Chicago's BEST electrotoxic dance band. "Desiree singing and scratching... live black-light Beat-Painting... performance dance by Atalee... Judy of Breakbone Dance Co with a maddening hysteria-ridden performance piece that will give you the creepy crawlies (http://www.breakbone.com), +glow-stick dancers. Come prepared to have a great time!!" Pointy Teeth performs at 10:30p, DJ Greg Haus before and after.
http://www.divanation.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Hair Banger's Ball. 21+ $? 10p.

"Hottest 80s band in the city! The play all the classics including Poison, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, more."
http://www.hairbangersball.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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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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World Famous Beat Junkies, The Visionaires. 18+ $20 11:30p.

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Sunday 2001.09.23:    ^

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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Octoberfest. Yearly.

Roughly 2wks through 1st Sunday in Oct. German harvest celebration, observed with the consumption of copious quantities of Germanic (German and Austrian) food and beer, and with music, dance and other folk customs. Formerly commemorated marriage of King Ludwig I on October 17th of 1810.
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Start of Libra. Yearly.

Astrological sign, the balance.
http://www.astrology.com
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Bears host Minnesota. 12p.

Soldiers Field, 425 McFetridge Pl.
http://www.chicagobears.com
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* STNG Marathon. Leading to new Star Trek series premier. All ages. Free 9hrs 12-9p.

Reportedly the last time Star Trek Next Generation will be shown on free TV. Promoting new series premier on Wednesday.
http://www.startrek.com
WPWR. http://www.upn.com
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Perv-54 with Guest from England Laine, Zen Darlings,&Tracer. Live Rock Music. All ages. $5 (doors 6p) 6:30-10p.

"Q101 Sunday Night Exposure"
312/559-1212 http://www.perv-54.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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* ROLL and BOWL. DJs and bowling. 18+ Free 8:30p-2a.

Bowling, arcade, bar, DJs Chris Gin (various), Josh Werner (house/techno), The Spindly Cowboy (menacing trance), Christopher Robin (bonus 80's set), Antonio Lauria (trance), Devo (progressive house, deep trance). Get coupon there for free shoe rental.
Diversey-River Bowl, 773/227-5800, 2211 W Diversey.
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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 2001.09.24:    ^

* Fear Factory, Machine Head. Heavy Metal. All ages. $20 6:15p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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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Politically Incorrect - SPECIAL EPISODES. Fr/Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages. Free 12:30a.

Bill Maher bars no holds in his attack on complacency. Addressing the day the world changed with powerful guests all month. One panelist seat left empty in memorial.
ABC. http://www.abc.com
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Tuesday 2001.09.25:    ^

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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Dark Star Orchestra. 21+ $8 9p.

http://www.darkstarorchestra.net/
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.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 2001.09.26:    ^

Yom Kippur. Jewish Day of Atonement. Yearly. Observance begins at sunset.

Celebrated on Tishri 10 of the Hebrew calendar, which falls in early autumn. This Sabbath of Sabbaths is observed by fasting, confession to God of sins committed during the last year, and prayers for forgiveness. Observance begins with the evening Kol Nidre service of repentance. Strictly speaking, one has not atoned until forgiven by the wronged party. Give to charity, reflect, change, and for 24hrs do not eat, no leather, bathing, sex or frivolity.
http://judaism.about.com
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Pinkslip*Party. Professional networking event uniting job seekers with employers & recruiters. Monthly. All ages. $10 online, $15 at door. 5-9p.

A hybrid networking event and career fair, the pinkslip*party is focused on uniting job seekers with companies seeking skilled professionals in every area of the new economy. Find a job/find a great new hire. Business casual dress, bring business cards.
773/782-4711 http://www.pinkslipparty.org
Kustom, 773/528-3400, 1997 N Clybourn. Corner w/ Armitage, formerly Liquid.
http://www.kustomchicago.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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311. All ages. $25 7p.

Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
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* "ENTERPRISE" - Premiers. Newest Star Trek family member, predates original series. Wednesdays All ages. Free 2hrs 7p.

Starring Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, Jolene Blalock, Dominic Keating, Anthony Montgomery, Linda Park, Connor Trinneer, good directors.
http://www.startrek.com
UPN. http://www.upn.com
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Phantom 45 headlines Seminar. THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $5 9p-2a.

Also special guests DJ DZ and MC Tygreeno from Houston join 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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Thursday 2001.09.27:    ^

Cubs Home Games. WGN/FSChi. -2001.10.01 All ages. $10-?

Wrigley Field, 773/404-CUBS, 1060 W Addision.
http://www.cubs.com
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Robin Trower. Classic Rock. -Friday 21+ $25 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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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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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