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2003.09.12 (week 324)

Buns before Gutter

DON'T MISS:

Sa-Su: International Model and Hobby Show at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Sa-Su: Chicago Celtic Festival at Grant Park.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: KGBeats 10th anniversary at Jefferson Club.
Sa: "Contemporary Insanity" at Neo.
We: NEW EPISODE: Enterprise on UPN.
Th: "Rotation" drum&bass night at Cafe Lura.

Ongoing:    ^

Digitally Speaking. -2003.10.09 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.

Art created using digital technology as a major creative component in the production of the work.
Woman Made Gallery, 773/489-8900, 2418 W Bloomingdale.
http://www.womanmade.org
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"Menopause" the musical. $47 Tu-Fr 8p, Sa 5+8p, Su 3:30.

Joyful musical parody set to 28 classic baby-boomer tunes.
http://www.menopausethemusical.com
Apollo Theater, 773/935-6100, 2540 N Lincoln.
http://www.apollochicago.com
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Now playing.

Dickie Roberts, Medallion, Freaky Friday, Lara Croft 2, Spy Kids 3, Pirates, Terminator 3, Legally Blonde 2, Charlies Angles 2, Hulk, Finding Nemo, ...
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. -2003.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free 7a-2p.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn -10.22.
Th: Daley Plaza (daily from 10.17) -10.31 7a-3p.
Th: Edison/Norwood Park, Oshkosh&NW HW 10.24.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt -10.24.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central -10.19.
Sa: Edgewater, Broadway&Thorndale -10.19.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Halsted -10.26.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division -10.19.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln -10.19.
Sa: North Halsted, Grace/Brdwy/Halsted -10.19.
Su: WickerPark, Schiller&Damen -10.20.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/SpecialEvents/FarmersMarket2003.html
Various city locations.
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Different new rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?

Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark, Near Red Line Addison stop, metrochicago.com
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee, Wicker Park near Blue line Damen stop, doubledoor.com
Empty Bottle, 773/276-3600, 1035 N Western, dive-ish, emptybottle.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln, martyrslive.com
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo, discounted parking, near downtown train stops, hothouse.net
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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p (Fr-Mo,We-Th): Rounders - Matt Damon, Edward Norton, Paul Cicero, John Turturro, ...
10p (Fr-Mo,We-Th): Being John Malkovich - Absolutely superb.
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 2003.09.12:    ^

"Desperado II" now playing.

"Once Upon a Time in Mexico" w/ Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Johnny Depp, Mickey Rourke, Eva Mendes, Danny Trejo, Enrique Iglesias, Marco Leonardi, Cheech Marin, Ruben Blades, Willem Dafoe, Gerardo Vigil, ...
http://sonypictures.com/movies/onceuponatimeinmexico
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Matchstick Men" now playing.

Nicolas Cage, Sam Rockwell, Alison Lohman.
http://matchstickmenmovie.warnerbros.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Caravan of Unity (Jazz & Percussion). 21+ $8 9p-12a.

Triple D's, 773/871-6239, 1902 W Irving Park. At Damen.
http://centerstage.net/bars/triple-ds.html
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MainFrame. ElectroPunk Night. 2nd Fridays 21+ $5 9p-2a.

"Bi-weekly club night devoted to spreading the electropunk virus throughout Chicago with a concentrated injection of local and national electro bands and DJs."
9.12: Psychedelic-alterna-garage-breakbeat-electro rock of Triple Process, the flashy lights & robot voices of Comasoft, and the science-induced IDM fiendishness that is Tanda.
773/485-3645 http://www.mainframechicago.com
Triple D's, 773/871-6239, 1902 W Irving Park Rd. Just east of the Irving Park, Damen, Lincoln Ave intersection.
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"Real Time" w/ Bill Maher. Fridays TV-MA Free 10p.

New show, now one full hour with comedy showcase segment.
http://billmaher.tv
HBO. On cable.
http://hbo.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 venue website for discount.
BIG NAME weekly guest DJs join resident DJ Sativa and friends. 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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Inkin' Lincoln Tattoo Convention (since 1995). -Sunday Yearly. Ages? $15-30 Fr 4-11p, Sa 10:30a-11p, Su 10:30-7p.

Many vendors, artists, and judged shows.
630/552-3465 http://www.tattooshow.com
Radisson Hotel, 847/297-1234, 6810 N Mannheim, Rosemont. At O'Hare, free shuttles, 24hr biz/fitness centers, in/outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and lounge.
http://www.radisson.com/rosemontil
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Pure presents Green Velvet. 18+ $19 11:30p.

http://www.green-velvet.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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 2003.09.13:    ^

* International Model and Hobby Show (since 1985). -Sunday Yearly. $3-8 10a-5p.

Largest such show in the U.S. with over 400 exhibitors. Includes tons of R.C., trains, planes, boats, rockets and educational toys.
http://www.ihobbyexpo.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/692-2222, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont. Formerly the Rosemont Convention Center.
http://www.rosemont.com/convcent_new.htm
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-25 4hr 10a.

9.13: Uptown.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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* Chicago Celtic Festival (since 1997). Music all day on two stages. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-9:30p.

Over 150k people celebrating the Irish and the ancient.
Grant Park, 312/744-3370.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/specialevents/
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Taste of Romania. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 11a-10p.

Unusual roasted animals and Dracula brand beer, live regional music, folk dance, and grape stomping.
http://www.westinmichiganave.com/Press.html
Romanian Village, 773/929-8640, On Ashland, one block south of Belmont.
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Fleetwood Mac. All ages. $39-125 8p.

United Center, 1901 W Madison.
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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.
9.13: Chicago and Creation of the New World Order. Author of Global Decisions, Local Collisions University of Illinois/Chicago Prof. David Ranney discussion of political constructs such as "living standards as commodities".
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Iron Chef. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Saturdays All ages. Free. Also midnt. 9-10p.

Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
http://www.foodtv.com
FOOD. On cable.
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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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* KGBeats 10th anniversary. 21+ 10p-5a.

Email chris@rollin.com for discount.
Features live drummers, dancers, bodypainting, drink specials, giveaways, etc. Room1: Keith Lotta, Dmitry Lovebone, Andre Solaris, Daniel Mnookin, Chris Gin, Kalifornia; Room 2: Boris The Blade, Gary Lacosta.
http://kgbeats.com
Jefferson Club, 325 N Jefferson. Formerly Elixir.
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* "Contemporary Insanity" Saturdays 21+ $5 10p-5a.

THE BEST Industrial/EBM nite in town.
http://derklempner.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark.
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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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Spundae. Saturdays 21+ $10-20 10p-5a.

Email spundae@relode.com for discount.
Acclaimed promoter, occasional big name DJs, mostly house, dress well.
9.13: Ken Ishii, Dave Ralph, Szmurlo & Sanchez.
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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Sunday 2003.09.14:    ^

"World's Largest" Banana Split (since 1996). Part of "Rally Days" (since 1898). Yearly. All ages. $1-5 10a.

Actually only a few dozen feet (record holder is over four miles), but cute anyway. Cheap meal includes hotdog, pop, chips, and desert. Follows 9:30a service. Beautiful and very old church. See photos from last year:
http://bedno.com/photos/album/20010909
Luther Memorial Church, 773/539-3018, 2500 W Wilson.
http://members.aol.com/luthermemorialch
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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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"Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.

Extraordinarily good block of free-form thought-jazz toonage. May include Home Movies, The Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Brak Show, Space Ghost, Harvey Birdman, Family Guy, and more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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"Sedition" Sundays 21+ Free 10p-2a.

A "dark, sensual and subversive scene" w/ DJ (censored) and guests spinning EBM/Industrial/Electro.
Joy-Blue, 773/477-3330, 1401 W Irving Park. Several blocks West of Red Line Sheridan stop (24hr), or East of Brown Line Irving Park stop.
http://www.derklempner.com/sedition
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Paramour. Sundays 21+ $3 10p-4a.

Chicago's newest gothic/industrial/fetish club night.
http://www.paramour-industrialites.com
Vision Nightclub, lower level., 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie. Formerly Aura, now fabulously redecorated.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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Whiplash. Sundays 21+ $7-9 (up to $15 if not in costume) 10p-3a.

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 2003.09.15:    ^

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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Bouncer Boxing. 21+ $? 8p.

Club O v VIP, Spoon v Bordos, Sauce v Bacchus, Melvin B v Legroom, Joe's v hi-tops, Rednofive v Crobar. Subject to change.
312/397-9815 http://www.uniqueproductions.biz
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie. Formerly Aura, now fabulously redecorated.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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The Whirling Dervishes. $35-75 8p.

Direct from Turkey.
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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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.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Tuesday 2003.09.16:    ^

Mexican Independence Day. Yearly.

Commemorates the call for independence from Spain in 1821.
http://www.mexico.com
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Gillian Welch. 18+ $24.50 8p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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"Fat Tuesdays" Tuesdays 18+ (21+2drink) $5 9p-2a.

RSVP on web-site for free admission.
Old school house/rave DJs from transparent, partytildawn, dusttrax, etc.
http://www.dusttraxx.com
Logan Square Auditorium, 773/252-6179, 2539 N Kedzie. Near Wrightwood and Milwaukee.
http://www.logansquareaud.com
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Noctronica/Nocturna (since 1988). Electro/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. Some weeks 18+ held upstairs at Metro.
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 2003.09.17:    ^

Citizenship Day (since 1952). Yearly.

Day established by Congress to give recognition to people who became American citizens in the preceding year.
http://www.ins.usdoj.gov
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World Music Festival. -Sunday Yearly.

Different international musical acts nightly all day at numerous music venues and major cultural facilities.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/WorldMusic
Various locations.
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Punk bands. All ages. $10-12 6:15p.

Autumn To Ashes w/ Cave In, Everytime I Die, Funeral for a Friend.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Group Skate. Wednesdays All ages. Free 6:30p.

"The granddaddy of Chicago group skates". Through the parks, down famous streets, back to Melvin B's for beers. 7-11 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.
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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. Sometimes great, sometimes lame. It's said that some ST is playing somewhere on Earth at any given time. Catch Voyager reruns nightly at 5a.
http://www.startrek.com
UPN. http://www.upn.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1985). Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $2 10p-?a.

"eclectic mix of people" who groove on "laid-back" vibes, folk music and poetry readings.
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Women Obsession (since 1990). Intended as a ladies night for ladies. 1st/2nd/3rd Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

http://www.womyn.org
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Thursday 2003.09.18:    ^

Chicago Vegetarian Society Dine-Out. All ages. 7p.

RSVP recommended, gives 10% discount.
312/420-8344 (-VEGI)
Alice and Friends Restaurant, 5812 N Broadway.
http://chicagovegetariansoc.org/newsletter.pdf
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Grape Expectations. A benefit wine tasting for the animals. 21+ $35 2.5 7p.

Taste wines from Spain and Portugal, ranging from rich reds & whites to ports and sparkling wines as well as some great boutique beers. We'll also offer light food and a raffle to complete your tasting experience. The event will benefit Red Door Animal Shelter, a no-kill humane organization committed to helping animals in need. Its primary focus is on the rescue, shelter and adoption of cats, dogs, and rabbits--the three most popular pets in the U.S.
773/764-2242 http://www.calsnet.com/reddoor
Fine Wine Brokers, 773/989-8166, 4621 N Lincoln. In Lincoln Square, near Western/Lawrence.
http://home.earthlink.net/~artisancellars/id3.html
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Stereophonics. All ages. $17.50 7:30p.

Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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"Hard Candy" Chris Gin residency. Thursdays 21+ $5-7 8p-2a.

Email names to chris@rollin.com for guestlisting.
Hours of execellent hard beats, club classics and general insanity with weekly special guests. $3.50 Coronas.
http://www.localsound.com
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://bigwigchicago.com
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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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Maldita Vecindad. Rock en Espanol. 21+ $35-40 9p.

http://www.malditavecindad.com
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+ $5-10 9p-2a.

"Futureroots & Rotation Kru present Chicago's official Thursday night session.". With resident DJs: MF, Regge, Lamebrane, Radiata, Abel. Good Polish lounge with adequate dance room, chill couches, and attached restaurant. RedBull/Vodka, Zywiec beer deals.
9.18: Cause 4 Concern (UK).
http://bassbythepound.com/feedback-nu/viewforum.php?f=2
Cafe Lura, 773/736-3033, 3184 N Milwaukee. Just south of Belmont, easy parking or Blue Line train to Belmont then brisk 10 minute walk west.
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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:    ^

Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free Mo-We 10a-7p, Th 10a-9p, Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.

With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Also: good music daily at 12:15p, open late Thursdays.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 78 E Washington.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/Tourism/CulturalCenter
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Various good modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays. We-Su 10a-5p, Tu 10a-8p, closed Mo, xgiving, xmas, nyd.

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.

PIER WALK outdoor sculpture spectacular now open.
With 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.
Summer: 10a-10p Su-Th, 10a-midnt Fr-Sa; Fall: Mo-Th 10a-9p, Fr+Sa 10a-11p, Su 10a-7p; Winter: 10a-8p Mo-Th, 10a-10p Fr-Sa, 10a-7p Su.
6.5-8.28: "Family Fun Night" Thursdays.
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. $10-18+ Mo-Fr 9:30a-4:30p (-10p 1st Fridays), Sa/Su 9a-4:30p, closed xmas, open -6p 12.26-1.5.

Much high tech exhibitry.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Masterpieces. All ages. $6-10, Free Tuesdays. Mo/We/Th/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Tu 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.

And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
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. All ages. $8.75 parking. 8a-sunset, closed xmas.

385 acres, 23 gardens, 9 islands, prarie simulation, oriental features, miniature railway, produce, shows, restaurant, more...
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. All ages. $6-7, Free Thursdays 5-8p. Tu-Su 10a-5p.

Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Natural History done right. All ages. $5-10, Free Mo/Tu 1.1-2.28+9.23-12.23. Last entry 4p, closed xmas+ny. 9a-5p.

"Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, world culture, geology, ecology, 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. $3-6, Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p. Closed 12.24-25, 12.31-1.1.

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 (Building hours vary) 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. $4-9 +parking/movies, Sometimes free. Mo-Sa 9:30a-4p, Su 11a-4p.

New TIME exhibit, possibly the best collection in existence of clocks through history. Also new Train, Genetics, Cyberspace, AIDS and toy exhibits.
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, some deal days. Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), some later days.

Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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2003.09.12