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2002.08.09 (week 267)

The Middle Path

The Middle Path

RECOMMENDED:

Ongoing: Vagina Monologues at Apollo Theater.
Ongoing: Annual Member's Show at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park, "Spirit of Music" Garden.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Different culturally diverse performances nightly at Hot House.
Ongoing: Different rock, jazz and experimental bands every night at Empty Bottle.
Ongoing: Different rock show almost every night at Double Door.
Ongoing: WNUR ROCKS MY WORLD! at 89.3FM.
Ongoing: "Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: "XXX" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
..-Th: WILCO - "I am trying to break your heart" at Music Box Theatre.
..-Su: Gold Coast Art Fair.
Ongoing: Embracing Change at Bernardo Marigmen Gallery in The Genesee Theatre Building.
Fr: Glamorama starring Wayne Newton, The Amazing Jonathan, and others at Chicago Theatre.
Fr: Paul Westerberg at Vic Theatre.
Fr: College of Complexes - South Side campus at Future World Cafe.
Fr: Iron Chef - Jumbo Mushroom Battle on FOOD.
Fr: C.U.R.V.E at Star Bar.
Fr: Spundae at Vision Nightclub.
Fr: Trance Dance at Circuit.
Fr: DJ Danny Miller's stuff and things. at Hollywood East.
Fr: Bang at Crobar.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Sweet & LowDown at Zentra.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Futurarium.
...

Ongoing:

Vagina Monologues. Rotating cast. Fr/Sa/Su $24.75-55 Fr 8p, Sa 6+9p, Su 3:30+7p.

http://www.vaginamonologues.com
Apollo Theater, 773/935-6100, 2540 N Lincoln.
http://www.apollochicago.com
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Annual Member's Show (since 1994). -2002.08.29 We-Fr noon-4p, Sa/Su noon-7p.

Juried exhibition of artworks by gallery members selected based on originality, craftmanship, quality and professionalism.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/328-0038, 1900 S Prairie.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Chicago Summerdance. Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2002.09.11 Yearly. All ages. Free Th-Su.

Salsa, Swing, Waltz, Bamboleo, Cha Cha, Polka, Tango, Mambo, Fox Trot, etc. Lessons Th-Sa 6-7p; Su 4-5p. Live Music and dancing Th-Sa 7:30-9:30p; Su 5-7p.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/CulturalAffairs/SummerDance
Grant Park, "Spirit of Music" Garden., 312/744-3370, Between Harrison and Balbo. Easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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Now playing.

Master of Disguise, Signs, Goldmember, Stuart Little II, Mr. Deeds, Crocodile Hunter, Men In Black II, PowerPuff Girls, Minority Report, Bourne Identity, Scooby Doo, Windtalkers, Undercover Brother, Spider Man, ...
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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Under The Picasso. All ages. Free 12p.

Interesting free performances almost every week day at noon. Go to the spectacular Thompson Center nearby (100 W Randolph) for more good art.
Daley Plaza, 312/346-3278, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/Tourism/Picasso
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Farmers Markets. Cut out the middlemen. -2002.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free 7a-2p.

Tu: Federal Plaza, Dearborn/Adams 5.14-10.15.
Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 6.18-10.22.
Tu: Museum of Contemporary Art 5.25-10.15 11a-7p.
Th: Daley Plaza 7.11+25, 8.8+22, 9.5+19+26, daily 10.17-31 7a-3p.
Th: Prudential Plaza, Lake/Beaubien: 7.18, 8.1+15+29, 9.12+26, 10.10 7a-3p.
Th: Jackson/Wacker park: 5.16-10.17.
Th: Eli's/Wright College, Mntrs&Forest 6.20-10.17.
Th: Edison/Norwood Park, Oshkosh&NW HW 7.18, 8.1+15+29, 9.12+26, 10.10+24.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 6.20-10.24.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 6.22-10.19.
Sa: Edgewater, Broadway&Thorndale 6.22-10.19.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Halsted 6.22-10.26.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 6.22-10.19.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 6.22-10.19.
Sa: North Halsted, Grace/Brdwy/Halsted 6.22-10.19.
Su: Farm-In-The-Zoo, 2001 N Stockton, 6.23, 7.28, 8.25, 9.22.
Su: Galewood, Cortland&Newlnd 7.14,8.11,9.8,10.13.
Su: Rogers Park, Howard&Marshfield, 6.23, 7.28, 8.25, 9.22 10a-2p.
Su: WickerPark, Schiller&Damen 6.23-10.20.
Su: Roscoe Village, Belmont&Wolcott 7.7, 8.4, 9.1, 10.6.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/ConsumerServices/farmersmarket.html
Various city locations.
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Different culturally diverse performances nightly. 21+ to drink (18+ w/ parent) $5-10.

Generally: Mo: Swing/Yoko Noge; Tu: Hip-Hop; We-Su: various. 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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Different rock, jazz and experimental bands every night. 21+ $? 8p.

Dive-ish, with pool and an old video game or two.
Empty Bottle, 773/276-3600, 1035 N Western.
http://www.emptybottle.com
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Different rock show almost every night. 21+ $? 9p.

Three bands and a beer for $3 some Tuesdays.
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com/shows.html
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WNUR ROCKS MY WORLD! NorthWestern University Radio. All ages. Free.

Best intelligent dance music on the free airwaves, with excellent cutting edge ambient and drum&bass shows.
89.3FM, 847-866-WNUR. AIM: WNURdj.
http://www.wnur.org
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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p (Su-Th): Windtalkers - John Woo: Nicolas Cage, ...
10p (Su-Th): Enough - Jennifer Lopez, Bill Campbell, Tessa Allen, Juliette Lewis, Dan Futterman, ...
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 2002.08.09:

"Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams" now playing.

Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino, Alexa Vega, Daryl Sabara, Dale Dudley, Steve Buscemi, Deidre A. Cannon, Mike Judge, Michael S. Koenig, Cheech Marin, Taylor Momsen, Ricardo Montalban, Matthew O'Leary, Emily Osment, Bill Paxton, Holland Taylor, Danny Trejo, ...
http://www.spykids.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"XXX" now playing.

Extreme sports athelete becomes a secret agent. Vin Diesel, Samuel L. Jackson, Asia Argento, ...
http://www.sony.com/triplex
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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WILCO - "I am trying to break your heart". Band documentary. -Thursday No pre-teens. $7.50 Various times.

Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Gold Coast Art Fair (since 1958). Classy stuff, huge attendance. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free? Fr noon-6p. 10a-6p.

847/444-9600 http://www.caconline.org/artfair
Gold Coast. Area bounded by Ontario and Superior, Dearborn and Wells.
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Embracing Change. Group Photography Exhibit. Fr/Sa/Th -2002.08.30 All ages. Free 12-6p.

Come & celebrate! See the work of 50 local, national and international photographers. Curated by Jo-An Takamoto Sabonjian in celebration of her 40th birthday. Noted Chicago area photographers participating include Susan Aurinko, Bob Black, Michael Bracey, Paul Elledge, Stacey Grieff, Robin Hann, Marc Hauser, Tom Maday, Leasha Overturf, David Sutton.
847/599-2525 http://www.waukegandowntown.org/downtown/downtown.html
Bernardo Marigmen Gallery in The Genesee Theatre Building, 847/727-5158, 118 Clayton Street, Waukegan. Walking distance from Union Pacific North Line Waukegan stop.
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Glamorama starring Wayne Newton, The Amazing Jonathan, and others. $28-198 7:30p.

Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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Paul Westerberg. 18+ $27.50 7:30p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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College of Complexes - South Side campus. "The Playground for People Who Think" Fridays All ages. $2 byob 2.5hrs 8p.

Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.homestead.com/main.html
Future World Cafe, 773/256-1570, 1744 E 55th. Hyde Park.
http://www.f-utureworld.com
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Iron Chef - Jumbo Mushroom Battle. 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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C.U.R.V.E. Chic - Uncommon - Revolutionary - Voyeuristic - Elite. Fridays 21+ 9p.

Email rsvp@starbarandgrill.com for comp admission.
"Experience C.U.R.V.E. ... as a new era will begin in Chicagoland. Nightlife Evolved."
Star Bar, 630/236-0900, 2150 Ogden, Aurora. Corner at Montgomery, west of Fox Valley Mall.
http://www.starbarandgrill.com
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* Spundae. Fridays 21+ $10-15, free -9:30p? 9p-4a.

Email spundae@relode.com for discount.
Main room: Sander Kleinenburg, Andre Solaris. Drum&Bass lair: Kemal, Phantom 45, Focus.
http://www.relode.com
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie. Great venue (formerly Aura). Parking hard and valet fills.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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Trance Dance. 2nd Fridays 21+ $2-5 9p-4a.

Performers such as Laura B, Aubrey Jones, Rubio & Kidd, Louie Louie. Lots of glow stix, phosphorescence, dance performers, primarily gay. As seen on MTV.
Circuit, 773/325-2233, 3641 N Halsted.
http://www.circuitclub.com
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DJ Danny Miller's stuff and things.. Fridays 21+ $5 9:30p-2a.

Email guestlist@euphoriachicago.com for guestlisting.
http://euphoriachicago.com
Hollywood East, 773/271-4711, 5650 N Broadway. Near ByrnMawr Red Line stop, end of LSD.
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Bang. "The Quality Of Sound" Fridays 21+ $15+ 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT http://crobarnightclub.com for guestlisting.
Well produced hotspot, Lots of house, crowded late. Nice change of scene in the mezz. Dress well, no tennis shoes.
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

Greg Haus spins his signature mix of progressive, hardhouse, trance, & breakbeat along with some of his favorite classic club hits.
http://www.hauswerkz.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Sweet & LowDown. Fridays 21+ $0-15 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT zentranightclub@aol.com for guestlisting.
BIG NAME weekly guest DJs join residents Justin Long, Sativa. Mostly House and Techno.
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed. Between North and Division by Joe's behind Crobar.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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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 2002.08.10:

Chicago Pro-Am Beach Volleyball (since 1992). Yearly. 9a-7p.

312/287-5988 http://www.chicagovolleyball.com
North Avenue Beach, 1800 N Lakeshore.
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* Ozz Fest. All ages? 35.25 - $75.25 9a-11p.

Ozzy Osbourne is taking time off to care for his wife.
Main Stage: Otep 4:15p, Black Label Society 4:40p, Adema 5:15p, Drowning Pool 5:50p, P.O.D. 6:35p, Rob Zombie 7:25p, System Of A Down 8:20p.
Second Stage: Switched 9:10a, Glassjaw 9:35a, Seether 10:00a, Mushroomhead 10:25a, Andrew W.K. 10:50a, Neurotica 11:15a, The Apex Theory 11:45a, Chevelle 12:15p, Lostprophets 12:45p, Ill Nino 1:15p, Pulse Ultra 1:45p, Meshuggah 2:15p, Hatebreed 2:50p, Down 3:35p.
http://www.ozzfest.com
The Tweeter Center, 847/318-5555, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. South Suburban, formerly New World, expect heavy traffic. No cameras.
http://www.tweetercenter.com/chicago
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Bud Billiken Day Parade (since 1945). On ABC&WGN, w/ mayor. Yearly. All ages. Free 2.5hr 10a.

Dozens of floats, marching bands and drill teams. One of the city's largest parades.
312/225-2400
Washington Park, King Drive from 39th to 55th.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Wicker Park / Humboldt Park. Bring a snack. 2nd Saturday in August Yearly. $20-25 4hr 10a.

Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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* Bristol Renaissance Faire. Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2002.08.25 Yearly. 21+ $16.50 10a-7p.

Open just nine enchanted weekends, rain or shine. Spend all day. Hundreds of costumed performers (about a doezen stages) including Queen Elizabeth & Court, over 160 unique artisans all within a recreated 16th Century village. Mouth watering foods of all description (several dozen booths) and aroma & fine imported ales. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, classic goth outing, costumes encouraged, sometimes hot.
847/395-7773
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773 x227, 12550 120th, Kenosha WI. 94 North to Russell Rd (Exit 1), left (W) to Frontage Rd, right to 128 then follow signs.
http://www.renfair.com
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Korean Street Festival (since 1996). -Sunday Yearly. Sa -10p, Su -8p. 11a.

773/583-1700
West Bryn Mawr between Kedzie and Kimball
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* Northalsted Market Days (since 1982). Big crowded boystown fest. -Sunday Yearly. $3 11a-10p.

Over 400 vendors, 25 entertainers, bands at three stages, food from 55 restaurants, six city blocks, 17 entrances, 250K expected. Minimal clothing. Good blading on closed streets after closing.
Boystown, 773/868-3010, Belmont and Halsted. Runs North to Addison. Easy train access.
http://www.chicagoevents.com
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STOPPING LESSONS by Chicago Skate Patrol. Sa/Su -2002.09.01 Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-4p.

Certified volunteers teach stopping and other basics. Look for the banner and red t-shirts near the ramp. PERFECT for beginners to walk, drive, cab or train to, bringing skates and protective gear. Great performers practicing nearby.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Oak Street Beach
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Elvis is Alive and Running 5K (since 1997). Yearly. All ages. $20 to run. 6p.

Over 2000 people expected, some impersonators, good post-parties.
Cannon Drive at Fullerton, 773/944-4113.
http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com/race/elvis5k.ht
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* Get inline... Chicagoland! inline skating club. Sa/Su/Th All ages. Free 6:30p.

Group skates in the burbs! Get together to skate, socialize and have fun!
847/922-8716 http://www.getinlinechicagoland.com
Deer Grove Forest Preserve, Palatine, IL, Palatine. I90 to Rt 53N, exit at Dundee, go west a couple miles. Pass Hicks, it's the first entrance on the left.
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Our Lady Peace. All ages. SOLD OUT 8p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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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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The Why Store. 18+ $15 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Interactive. Saturdays 21+ $10-20 9p-5a.

RESPOND AT http://www.djpsycho-bitch.com for guestlisting.
DJs Psycho-Bitch and Teri Bristol lead a top clubber mating night. Intense, big, crowded, sexy, long. Pricey drinks, mostly house. Serious clubber attire required.
http://www.djpsycho-bitch.com
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit, take a cab.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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"AUTOBAHN" How fast can you go? Saturdays 21+ $5 after 10p 9:30p-5a.

Experience the driving, Trans-Euro groove as DJs Christopher Robin and Greg Haus and John Jackson spin a signature mix of progressive music and video. Meet and mingle with a truly diverse crowd. Dress up or dress down... this is the place to be what you are! An editor fave, sometimes too wild.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Sonic Boom. Saturdays All ages. Free 10p-2a.

Considered by many to be Chicago's BEST dance music weekly radio show. Electronic, Industrial, Techno, Big Beat, Drum & Bass, often with Danny the Wildchild.
Q101. http://www.q101.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2002.08.31 Yearly. All ages. Free We 9:30p, Sa 10:15p.

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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Sunday 2002.08.11:

The Wiggles. -Monday All ages. $15-20 (kids under 12 free) Four shows.

Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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National Hardware and Building Products show (since 1946). -Tuesday Yearly.

One of the biggest annuals.
203/840-4800 http://www.nationalhardwareshow.com
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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SandBlast (since 1991). Beach volleyball tournament benefiting American Cancer Society. Yearly. 7:30a-5p.

Over 500 players and 1000 spectators expected. Prizes, promos. Excellent post party 6-9p tba.
http://www.sandblast.org
Montrose Beach.
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Beach Poets (since 1991). Sundays -2002.10.27 Yearly. All ages. Free 4-6p.

Varied readings and music.
http://www.chicagopoets.com
Loyola Beach. Greenleaf at the lakefront, south of Heartland.
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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/usa/locations/chicago.html
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* "Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 9-11:30p.

Extraordinarily good block of toonage, includes free form thought jazz like animated Ken Nordine. Includes Home Movies, Baby Blues, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, sometimes Space Ghost and pals.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Weekly Coffeehouse (since 1999). Sundays All ages. $5 Donation. (doors 7p) 9p-1a.

Open mic, poets, musicians, interesting alternative community art and photos always on display. Includes coffee, tea, soda, snax, raffle.
The Burkhart Underground, 773/348-8536, 2845 N Halsted.
http://burkhartstudios.com
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Industry Sundaze. Resident DJ Chris Gin hosts guests weekly. Sundays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

"A night dedicated to waitresses, waiters, bartenders, bouncers, promoters, dancers, DJs and all those that make Chicago nitelife what it is, with variety and flavour." Good club, on a low pressure night. Full service restaurant and bar open all night. Drink specials and valet.
Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge, 312/204-9991, 1206 N State. At Division, East of Dearborn.
http://www.dragonflychicago.com
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* Whiplash. Sundays 21+ $6-8 (up to $15 if not in costume) 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 2002.08.12:

Tales of terror. Mondays 18+ $4 7:30p.

Various readings by local Chicago horror authors, open mike, and different entertainment weekly.
http://www.twilighttales.com
The Red Lion Pub, 773/348-2695, 2446 North Lincoln Avenue. On Lincoln one block north of Fullerton. Across from the Biograph.
http://www.theredlionpub.com
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Blue Groove Lounge (since 1994). "Chicago's longest running hip-hop night." Mondays 21+ $10, Ladies free -11p. 8p-2a.

Residents 33.3, Supacuts, Non Stop, De La Pena, plus special guests.
888/471-3697 http://www.bluegroovelounge.com
Wild Hare, 773/327-4273, 3530 N Clark.
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Reactv8. Mondays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

DJ Boa spins synthpop, hardwave, retro, & more... DJ Kamar from 88.7FM joins him 2nd/4th Mondays. Caters to people who enjoy conversation, good drinks, and NO "boom boom thump thump" music. With good lights and vids, and Mr. Hate dispensing poison.
http://www.angelfire.com/celeb/boa
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Your Brain on Mondays. Tree House Collective presents House, Techno, Drum&Bass DJs. Mondays 21+ Free 10p-2a.

Come enjoy deep soundz, $2 Rolling Rock, free Pool, an outdoor section, and of course great people.
312/409-2626 http://www.treehousecollective.net
Seanchai Public House, 773/549-4444, 2345 W Belmont.
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Perseid meteorite shower peak day. Yearly. 12a.

Look south and up somewhere dark after midnight. Hard to see in the city. Go camping.
http://home.att.net/~tangents/tech/astrocal.htm
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Tuesday 2002.08.13:

Chic-a-Go-Go (since 1996). Tu/We All ages. Free Tu 8:30p, We 3:30p.

RESPOND AT ratso@roctober.com to get on the show!
Miss Mia (of Kim) and puppet Ratso host a fun loving local show where bands and performers lip-sync for an entertainingly diverse dancing audience.
http://www.roctober.com/chicagogo
CAN-TV. Public Access channel 19.
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* Cornelius. All ages. $15 7:30p.

"Japanese electronic pop sensation"
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Jethro Tull. With special guest Alana Davis. $12-45 8p.

Rock giants led by Ian Anderson for over 30 years.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Chicago Outdoor Film Festival (since 2000). Enjoy seven classic movies on the Grant Park lawn this summer courtesy of your fair city. Tuesdays -2002.08.27 Yearly. All ages. Free 8:30p.

8.13: Horse Feathers; 8.20 Vertigo; 8.27 West Side Story.
http://www.chicagooutdoorfilm.citysearch.com
Grant Park, Butler Field, 312/744-3315, 331 E Randolph. El: Red Line to Monroe; Green, Orange or Brown Line to Madison/Wabash or Adams/Wabash.
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* Terrapin Nation. Dead homage. Tuesdays -2002.09.03 21+ $12 Advanced purchase recommended. 8:30p.

http://www.darkstarorchestra.net/
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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* Reverend Horton Heat. 21+ $8 Doors 8p. 9p.

Celebrating Double Doors 8th anniversary.
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com
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Real World Chicago - NEW EPISODES HAVE ENDED. Now playing our season over again. Tuesdays All ages. Free 9p.

http://liquidgeneration.com/real_world.html
MTV. http://www.mtv.com/onair/realworld/season11
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* "Forward" Soulful Drum&Bass Night! Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.

$2 Bacardi and Cokes, kitchen (Chinese food) and party all night, beatin' sound system, easy dress code, resident DJs Riverman, Ciro, & Katz9. Limited street parking, good to take train or cab.
Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge, 312/204-9991, 1206 N State. At Division, East of Dearborn.
http://www.dragonflychicago.com
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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+ every other week.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.smartbarchicago.com
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Testosterone Tuesday. Hard dance music, ultra buff male strippers. Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

DJ Ralph Rosario.
http://www.testosterone.net
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At the Belmont red line stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Wednesday 2002.08.14:

V.J. Day (since 1945). Yearly.

Victory over Japan day. Commemorates the surrender of Japan, ending World War II in 1945.
http://www.japan.net
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Neo Soul Explosion w/ special guests. Wednesdays -2002.09.04 Ages? $15 5-9:30p.

http://www.neosoulexplosion.com
Navy Pier, Skyline Stage, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com/SubLink.cfm?Main_ID=16&Sub_ID=14
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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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* Tibetan Chant: Monks from Drepung Gomang Monastery. 21+ to drink (18+ w/ parent) $12 8p.

"This prayer concert for world peace and inner harmony utilizes tonal "throat" chanting, along with cymbals, horns, and drums. This very beautiful and rare art form expresses the embodiment of Tibetan philosophy: compassionate action. After witnessing this concert, you will feel the vibrational impact from their prayers, transforming and uplifting your spirit!" 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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"Hard Candy" Chris Gin new residency. Wednesdays 21+ Free 8p-2a.

Promises "a weekly orgy of debauchery ... five hours of hard beats, classics and general insanity." $3 Buds.
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://www.bigwignightclub.com
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Brian Wilson. Oldies, Beach Music, Pop. 21+ $56.50 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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* DJs Freaky Flow, KC, 40oz host Seminar - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $5 9p-4a.

With resident DJs Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, good lights, $2 Buds and shot specials, big sound and dance floor, usually packed. Also listen to 89.3FM WNUR 9:30-11p. Parking fairly easy (lot next door), dress code unknown.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Red Dog, 773/278-1009, 1958 W North. Wicker Park.
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"In One Ear" (since 1985). Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $2 9p-1a.

"eclectic mix of people" who groove on "laid-back" vibes, folk music and poetry readings. -zagat.com.
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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"Can Can" party. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT sospromo@worldnet.att.net for guestlisting.
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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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 2002.08.15:

Assumption day. Yearly.

Christian holiday commemorating the Virgin Mary's assumption into heaven.
http://christianity.about.com
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Chicago Vegetarian Society Dine-Out. All ages. 6:45p.

All menu items discounted. RSVP required.
312/420-8344 (-VEGI)
Chowpatti Restaurant, 1035 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights.
http://chicagovegetariansoc.org
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Thursday Evening Advanced Group Skate. Thursdays 6:45p.

Leaving from North Avenue Beach House, through the parks and streets, returning to Mickey's snack bar Clark Street north of Fullerton. Protective gear, water, blinkers highly recommended, intermediate to advanced skills, be on time. Canceled if wet.
http://www.thirstydog.net
North Avenue Beach House, North Avenue at the lake.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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Downtown Thursday. Special evening events and later hours at several museums and clubs. Thursdays 7-?p.

Good night to catch Blues downtown, cocktails at the MCA, Jazz at the Shedd or Randolph Cafe. See the site for MUCH MORE!
http://www.dtnchicago.com
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Tony Bennett. -Friday All ages. $12-60 8p.

Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Bondage A Go-Go. Thursdays 21+ $? 8p-4a.

Hostesses Janelle, Donna, Veronica, DJ Pascal and guests. Bring or buy toys for adult play.
Exit, 312/395-2700, 1315 W North.
http://www.exitchicago.com
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Creedence Clearwater Revisited. 21+ $27.50 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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"Rotation" drum&bass night! Thursdays 21+ $5-7 9p-2a UNCONFIRMED

"Futureroots & Rotation Kru present Chicago's official Thursday night session." $5 RedBull/Vodka, $3 Corona. Video art by Binary Bin. With resident DJs: MF, Regge, N-DEE, Radiata.
Cafe Lura, 773/736-3033, 3184 N Milwaukee. Just south of Belmont, not close to train.
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M 2 O. A night of liquid motion. Thursdays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

"This weekly event has quickly become THE party to attend on Thursday nights. With resident DJs Mood and Oscar McMillan and guests DJs from around the world, the message of Deep House is being delivered to the masses. Feel good and have a good time!" Printable pass at site below.
8.22: Second year anniversary, some celebs.
http://www.music-101.com
Le Passage, 312/255-0022, 1 Oak Place. At intersection with Rush.
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Planet Earth (since 1979). Thursdays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Join DJ Dave Roberts for music, makeup, memories and videos. A long running Goth-lite night of new wave club classics.
http://www.planetearthchicago.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark.
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Attractions:

Various good modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.

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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LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. 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 Chicago's very greatest civil art features. -2002.11.10.
ALSO: Giant Ferris Wheel, IMAX theatre, historic carousel, a*mazing Chicago ride, 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. 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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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.

New PEARLS and CHOCOLATE exhibits now 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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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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