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2002.02.01 (week 240)

"Let's Roll"

"Let's Roll"

Get the party started, Bring Your Own Boo-Yeah.
Bedno.com is pleased to announce our 200TH WEEK ON THE WEB!!! We're also still buzzing from our Spike Manton show appearance and TOP Google.com ranking. But we never stop, and this week Bedno.com was substantially upgraded (version 3.5). Formatting of all pages is improved, translations overhauled, number of VIP offers increased, and new photo navigation features added. But best of all there is finally a good CHAT room!
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EVERY EVENT THIS WEEK IS OUTSTANDING! Read on...
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DON'T MISS:

...-Su: Strictly Sail Chicago at Navy Pier - Festival Hall.
...-Su: Around The Coyote Winter Festival at Wicker Park.
...-Su: Carquest World of Wheels at McCormick Place.
Ongoing: Interrogating Diversity at Betty Rymer Gallery.
Fr: Winter Around the Coyote Opening Reception at Thirteenth Floor Gallery.
Fr: First Friday at Museum of Contemporary Art.
Fr: NEW WEEKLY: Tickle at Rednofive.
Sa: Breakdancing Classes at Pilsen YMCA.
Sa: Sister Machine Gun, Acumen Nation, Impossible Recording Machine at Metro.
Sa: Paramount Laser Spectacular at House of Blues.
Sa: Shaolin Warriors at Chicago Theatre.
Sa: "Get in Gear" Fashion show at Rednofive.
Sa: "The Bears" reunion featuring Adrian Belew at Martyrs'.
Sa: Hair Banger's Ball at Joe's Sports Bar.
Su: Superbowl on FOX.

Ongoing:    ^

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Les Miserables. -2002.02.02 Various prices. Various times.

Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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Censorship! -2002.02.21 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.

Exhibition of works that have been removed from other exhibitions, were threatened, or stirred up heated debate.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/328-0038, 1900 S Prairie.
http://www.womanmade.org
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* Strictly Sail Chicago (since 1996). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5-12 (-6p Sun) 10a-8p.

The midwest's premier show exhibiting new sailboats and equipment. Over 200 vendors, free seminars and activities.
ALSO It's "Kid's Weekend" with marionettes, crafts, and activities including the Muppets on Saturday.
http://www.sailamerica.com
Navy Pier - Festival Hall, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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Now playing.

Kung Pow, A Beautiful Mind, Imposter, Royal Tenenbaums, The Majestic, Joe Somebody, Not Another Teen Movie, Lord of The Rings, Jimmy Neutron, Vanilla Sky, Ali, Harry Potter, Monsters Inc, ...
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.

FREE SUPERBOWL PARTY SUNDAY biggest screen in town 3-?p.
8p (Fr-Sa,Mo-We; Th 9p): Shallow Hal - A Farrelly film with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jack Black, Jason Alexander, ...
10p (Fr-Sa,Mo-We; Th 11p): American Pie II - Superglue.
midnt (Fr,Sa): The One - Jet Li non-stop action flick in which a sheriff's deputy fights an alternate universe version of himself who grows stronger with each alternate self he kills.
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 2002.02.01:    ^

Black History Month (since 1926). -2002.02.28 Yearly.

February contains the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. This holiday recognizes the achievements and contributions of African Americans. Observed with special events and exhibits at many cultural institutions, especially the Chicago Cultural Center, H.W.Library, Dusable Museum, and South Shore Cultural Center.
http://www.blackvoices.com
http://clever.net/cam/blackhist.html
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* Around The Coyote Winter Festival. Over 100 visual/dance/performance artists. 1st Friday in February -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 Fr 6-10p, Sa 11a-10p, Su 11a-6p.

Mainly in 1608 and 1579 N Milwaukee, and nearby businesses. See site for details.
312/342-6777 http://www.aroundthecoyote.org
Wicker Park. Damen/North/Milwaukee.
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* Carquest World of Wheels (since 1963). Custom and antique cars. 1st Friday in February -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $4-13.50 Fr 5-10:30p, Sa 11a-11p, Su 11a-7p.

Includes a variety of special guests and features.
248/650-5560 http://www.casionline.com
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore. North Building.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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* Interrogating Diversity. -2002.03.13 Th -8p. 10a-5p.

2.1: Opening reception 5-7p.
"Cultural diversity is both a fact of modernity and its destination. How social diversity is conceptualized determines how we negotiate differences. This show represents multiple approaches to these concerns while also investigating the meaning and strategies of these approaches." Includes "Broken English" sound installation by local drum&bass producer Kid Entropy, reflecting on the relationship between black influence and caucasian rebel archetypes.
Betty Rymer Gallery, 312/443-3703, 280 S Columbus.
http://www.artic.edu/saic/bettyrymer
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* Winter Around the Coyote Opening Reception. Thirteenth Floor Gallery: Phaedra Fields/Vincent Grech. 18+ Free 6-10:30p.

Artists featured: Deva Suckerman, Kat O'Connor, Michelle McCoy, Kevin Lahvic, Heather Schmaedeke, "8", Chris Schneberger, Jeff Foley, Christopher Hield, Stephanie Christian, Liz Bomba, Walter Fydryck, David Brown, Isak Berbic, Jane McCloone, Pascal St-Clair, Heidi Neff, Jeremy Groznik, Willy Fuller, Jason Cashin, BJ Negrete, Richard Cronborg and the artisans featured in our gallery shop, Bohemian Spirit. Music Video Presentation: "I Died for Beauty" by Evet Socrates and "No Guts, No Galaxy" by Alexander Rea. Complimentary champagne, wine and beer. Rock sensation Zero to Nine (029) performs at 9pm.
Thirteenth Floor Gallery, 773/384-1313, 2337 W North.
http://www.thirteenthfloorgallery.com
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* First Friday. Music, art, snax, drinks, creative types and gold coasters. 1st Fridays All ages? $6-12 6-10p.

2.1: Suave sounds of Carlos Ortega and his Latin combo Casolando.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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AboveGround. Director Franco de Leon fuses Hip Hop's primary elements. -Saturday All ages. $10 7:30-9:30p.

AboveGround features The Platter Pirates DJ Crew, Chicago Tribe Breakdancers, Phaze II Breakdancers, Videoist Konee Rok, and Muralist Won Yup Kim, directed by Franco de Leon, a sound and movement Hip Hop fusionist.
773/772-7248 http://www.freestreet.org
Storefront Theater, 312/744-8925, 66 E Randolph. At the Gallery 37 Center for the Arts. Green or Brown line train stop at Randolph/Wabash.
http://www.storefronttheater.org
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Iron Chef - Michiba (Japanese) Spotlight. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Fridays All ages. Free. Also midnt. 9-10p.

Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
http://www.foodtv.com/tvshows/ironchefindex
FOOD.
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Lexx NEW EPISODES!!! Fridays 1hr 9p.

The most VISUALLY STUNNING sci-fi series ever returns. After crossing universes and a long standoff at Fire/Water, the dead man, Tweedle, love slave and robot head are hassling Earth.
SCI. http://www.scifi.com/lexx
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* NEW WEEKLY: Tickle. "The return to the underground" Fridays 21+ $0-10 10p-4a.

Spectrum Of Sound Brings you the best in Deep House and Hip-Hop. Resident DJs: Diz (Guidance), Julius the Mad Thinker (3 Degrees), Jesse DeLaPena (BlueGroove), Cedric (SOS). Replaces "Material" at this venue.
http://www.spectrumofsoundinc.com
Rednofive, 312/733-6699, 440 N Halsted.
http://rednofive.com
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Bang. "The Quality Of Sound" Fridays 21+ $15+ 10p-4a.

Well produced hotspot, nice change of scene in the mezz. Lots of house, crowded late. Dress well, no tennis shoes. Includes fetish friendly features.
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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SWEAT. Unpretentious House music all night long. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p.

RESPOND AT events@dusttraxx.com for free admission and open bar -11:30pm (for now).
Rotating residents Terry Mullan, Mazi, Ron Carroll, and Rick Garcia along with international guests.
http://www.dusttraxx.com
Red Dog, 1958 W North. .5mi west of I-94 exit at North.
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Sweet & LowDown. Fridays 21+ $0-15 10p-4a.

BIG NAME guest DJs for "UPTEMPO DOWNTEMPO GOODNESS" and techno. Residents Justin Long, Sativa, Shon Dervis. Dress well.
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed. Between North and Division by Joe's behind Crobar.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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Saturday 2002.02.02:    ^

Candlemas. Yearly.

Commemorates the presentation of Jesus in the Temple. Observed in northern Europe much like groundhog day. In some areas it marks the beginning of spring planting. This day is used for the consecration of church candles for the year.
http://christianity.about.com
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Groundhogs Day (since 1888). Yearly.

According to Punxsutawney PA folklore, the groundhog (woodchuck) emerges from hibernation on this day. If sunny and the groundhog sees his shadow, legend holds that there will be six more weeks of winter. A cloudy day signals an early spring.
Observed at the Brookfield Zoo Children's area.
http://www.groundhogs.com
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* Breakdancing Classes. Saturdays All ages. $2 2-6p.

Members of TNA crew and the Pilsen YMCA invite you to come learn breakdancing every Saturday afternoon: 2-4p beginners and practice; 4-6p all out time, more advanced breakers battle and chill.
http://www.tnacrew.com
Pilsen YMCA, 312/738-0282, 1608 West 21st Place. Near Cermak and Ashland.
http://www.ymcachgo.org
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** Sister Machine Gun, Acumen Nation, Impossible Recording Machine. All ages. $10 Doors 6p. 7p.

Angel Alanis and Justin Long downstairs in SmartBar.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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* Paramount Laser Spectacular. 18+ $24-26 Second show at 11:59p. 7:30p.

One of the most advanced such shows in the world on multiple huge screens, set to classic and alternative rock.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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* Shaolin Warriors. $26-39 8p.

"Legendary troupe of over 20 fighting monks from China who have each perfected the art of hand-to-hand and weapons combat. With the precision of Olympic gymnasts, the grace of ballet dancers and the magic of Cirque du Soleil they demonstrate their sacred and deadly art form in a dazzling theatrical display."
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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* "Get in Gear" Fashion show. 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Call or email names to divamaxine@aol.com for free admission.
Open bar 10-11p, fashion show at 11:30p.
Featuring the fabulously freaky fashions of Randy Candy and fabulous hair creations of Trisha Star. Really outstanding stuff (ala Gwar). Check out the Bedno.com photos of these two. DJs Angelist, Chad Sommer and Donnie Stash.
773/782-9496 http://ScareGear.com
Rednofive, 312/733-6699, 440 N Halsted.
http://rednofive.com
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** "The Bears" reunion featuring Adrian Belew (Zappa, Bowie, Talking Heads, Laurie Anderson, NIN, King Crimson, ...). 21+ $20 10p.

Also Rob Fetters, Bob Nyswonger, and Chris Arduser; After 13 years of hybernation, back for ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
http://www.thebearsmusic.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.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." Complete with full pyrotechnics!
http://www.hairbangersball.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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The Key Club. Saturdays 21+ $10 10p-3a.

RESPOND AT heather@jagstoneenterprises.com for guestlisting.
"FlatBlast Entertainment in association with Jagstone Enterprises and others are happy to announce Key Club Saturdays at Mystique. Music programmed by DJs World and Flipside. Come enjoy the energy until late."
http://www.jagstoneenterprises.com
Mystique, 312/642-2582 (CLUB), 157 W Ontario. Enter through back.
http://MystiqueChicago.com
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Sunday 2002.02.03:    ^

* Superbowl (since 1967). New England vs. St. Louis in New Orleans. Yearly. 5-9p.

Pat Summerall and John Madden host. Preshow from 12:30p. Entertainers include Paul McCartney, Boston Pops, Mary J. Blige, Marc Anthony, Mariah Carey and U2! Over 130 MegaViewers expected.
Brew&View, 312/618-VIEW, 3145 N Sheffield, largest and best projection TV in the city, beer, pizza, etc. From 3:30p, May fill.
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed, over 100 TVs.
AND Your local pub, living room, or friend's place.
http://www.superbowl.com
FOX. http://fox.com
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* Agnostic Front, The Casualties, Rise Against. All ages. $12 6:30p.

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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* Adult Skate w/ Bar! Sundays 21+ $7 8p-1a.

Large smooth wood rink, goes through a series of sessions for mixed, backwards, couples, etc. Hip/Hop, urban, R&B DJ. Some of the roller skating regulars have awesome moves. Bladers welcome. Hours: Mo-Th private; Fr 4:30-7p teens $4, 7-10:30p family $5, 11p-? private; Sa 10:30a-1p family $4, 1-3:30p all $5, 4-7p all $5, 7:30-11p teen $10, mid-4a 18+ $7; Su noon-1p inline lessons $10, 1-3:30p all $5, 4-7p all $5, 8p-1a 21+ $7. $2-3 rentals.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Rainbo Roller Rink, 773/271-6200, 4836 N Clark.
http://www.usa-skating.com/chicago
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"Adult Swim" Su/Th All ages. Free 9p-12a.

Extraordinarily strange block of free form thought jazz cartoonage like animated Ken Nordine. Includes Home Movies, Aqua Teens Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Space Ghost Coast to Coast, The Brak Show, Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law, and Cowboy Bebop.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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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, rave reviews, 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 2002.02.04:    ^

* Verbatim Verboten. The invasion-of-privacy cabaret. Mondays 18+ $10 7p.

Each week the audience chooses from almost 100 secretly recorded conversations of the wealthy & famous, which are then PERFORMED live and word-for-word.
Frankie J's, 312/409-1887, 4437 N Broadway. At Montrose, Parking in Aldi lot.
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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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* WLUW Abstract Sessions. 21+ $10 10p.

Dr. Alex Paterson (of the Orb) - Special DJ Set with resident selectors LSE, Chris Widman, Warp, Anacron.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Tuesday 2002.02.05:    ^

* Go Veggie! Dine Out. Vegetarian Guatemalan Cuisine. All ages. $13-16 6p.

"From the homemade tamale to the very thick and delicious refried beans made from black beans, each dish is truly distinctive. And, our entire meal will be vegan with cheese and sour cream served on the side for those who desire them."
773/871-7000 http://go-veggie.org
El Tinajon, 773/525-8455, 2054 W Roscoe. Just west of Damen, north of Belmont.
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* Dark Star Orchestra. 21+ $8 9p.

The finest Grateful Dead homage.
http://www.darkstarorchestra.net
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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BattleBots NEW SEASON! Tuesdays All ages. Free 1hr 9p.

Sparks will fly and Bots will Die! Very serious sport of the future. Now with spokesmodel Carmen Electra! See the new BattleBot toys in stores everywhere.
http://www.battlebots.com
COM. http://www.comedycentral.com
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* Real World Chicago. Tuesdays All ages. Free 9p.

Come watch the show across the street from where it happened at Piece micro-brewery and pizzeria, 773-772-4422, 1927 W North.
http://liquidgeneration.com/real_world.html
MTV. http://www.mtv.com/onair/realworld/season11
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* Nocturna (since 1989). Goth w/ Scary Lady Sarah, THE weekly gathering of darker souls. Tuesdays 21+ $5-10 10p-4a.

Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways. A tight but welcoming community of several hundred intriguing individuals. Upstairs at Metro 18+ one week a month.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.smartbarchicago.com
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Wednesday 2002.02.06:    ^

* Flash Dating. 3 minute dating. 1st Wednesdays 21+ $25 advance, $30 door 6:30p.

Mention http://Bedno.com for an additional $5 off.
"Sizzling Singles Sensation! Register online for your chance to win gift certificates from PJ Clarks. Be there if you can stand the heat!" Singles mingle, then talk and rotate, and later choices are collated.
312/663-8412 http://www.cwdate.com
Tequila Roadhouse, 312/440-0535, 1653 N Wells.
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NEW EPISODE: Enterprise. Newest Star Trek series. Wednesdays All ages. Free 7p.

Starring Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, Jolene Blalock, Dominic Keating, Anthony Montgomery, Linda Park, Connor Trinneer, good directors. Shown in letterbox format!
http://www.startrek.com
UPN. http://www.upn.com
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* Tatsu Aoki's MIYUMI Project. 21+ to drink (18+ w/ parent) $8 8p.

"One of Chicago's most respected bassists and a leading artists on the Asian American music scene, blends Asian and jazz elements to create a unique sound that takes the listener from the Far East to the South Side by way of Outer Space." Cabaret / gallery atmosphere.
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo. Discounted parking available. Near downtown train stops.
http://www.hothouse.net
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* Red One (Ram Recordings UK). THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p-2a.

With special guest MC Duh and residents Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, cool decor, good drink selection, often PACKED! Sometimes good cyber lights. Simultaneous 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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"Can Can" party. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

Spectrum of Sound presents "The hottest mid-week party in Chicago. Musical format is House and Hip-Hop. Resident DJs Cedric, FlipSide, Vince Lawrence and Wayne Williams." Visit site below for photos and more.
312/475-9532 http://www.jagstoneenterprises.com
Glow, 312/587-8469, 1615 N Clybourn.
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"International Nite" Dance Party featuring World Music & Crowds. Wednesdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT hamed@mamuevents.com for free admission -midnt
"MamuEvents & GreekChicago join forces to bring together Chicago's hottest international, ethnic crowds with a stellar line-up of DJs representing global dance grooves from Europe to South America to South Asia and the Middle East. International DJs include: Tony T (Indian, Bhangra), Red Lox (Arab, Spanish), Mar (Greek, Mediterranean), Con (Greek, Euro), and special guests each week!!!!"
http://www.mamuevents.com
Club NYX, 773/381-7171, 310 S Halsted. (in Greektown).
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Thursday 2002.02.07:    ^

* Judas Priest. Ages? $? 7p.

Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
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* FAMILY GUY DOUBLE FEATURE. New episode. Thursdays All ages. Free 1hr 7p.

Outstandingly baudy, funniest new prime time cartoon on. THE TICK has been cancelled.
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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NEW WEEKLY: Hybrid. DJs Hybrid/Chris Gin/Daryl Cura/BJAK. Thursdays 21+ $5-10 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT chris@rollin.com with names for discount admission.
A popular favorite. Change of scene upstairs at "Fifth Floor". Dress well, no tennis shoes.
Rednofive, 312/733-6699, 440 N Halsted.
http://rednofive.com
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* Relode presents "Shattered Thursdays" The Nu induced sound. Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

Dress casual, ladies free -midnt (except for special events), $5 Long Islands, $5 well drinks, $3 domestic beers, $3 kamikaze shots.
2.07: DPM (breakbeat) w/ XsentrX, Angelist.
847/604-4194 http://www.relode.com
Rive Gauche Nightclub, 312/738-9971, 306 N Halsted. At Fulton.
http://www.rivegauchenightclub.com
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Attractions:    ^

LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free. Su-Th 10a-10p, Fr/Sa 10a-midnt.

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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Chihuly in the Park: A Garden with Glass Sculptures. -2002.05.19 All ages. Free. 9a-8p.

"This exhibit just blew me away! If you've never been to GPC, you're in for a treat. But when you add the stunning glass sculptures of artist Dale Chihuly, you get an event not to be missed! **Highly** recommended by Bedno.com member Mark. Go after dark for best effect."
http://www.garfield-conservatory.org/gpcindex.htm
Garfield Park Conservatory, 312/746-5100, 300 N. Central Park. Green Line to Conservatory/Central Park stop.
http://www.garfield-conservatory.org
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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. All ages. Free Tuesdays, else $5-8.

And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
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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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.

New Cleopatra exhibit open. Also butterfly garden, animated robot kinetosaurs, giant magnified soil ecosystem, "Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, 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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Various modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.

The Body Present: Effigies, Decoys, and Other Equivalents 1.19-5.19; Lovesexy: Identity and Desire 1.19-4.21; Gary Simmons 2.16-5.19; Mies in America 2.16-5.26;
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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