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2004.10.08 (week 380)

Have Faith in Love

RECOMMENDED:

Ongoing: "Fear and Fun" at Navy Pier.
Sa: Fright Fest at Great America.
Ongoing: World's Best Costume Shop at Fantasy HQ.
Su: Ghost Of Graceland Cemetery walking tour.
Ongoing: Best haunted house in Illinois at Dream Reapers Haunted House.
Ongoing: The Zodiac Effect at Live Bait Theater.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Ongoing: Rhinoceros Theater Festival at The Curious Theatre Branch.
Ongoing: UniverSoul Circus at Washington Park.
Ongoing: Chicago International Film Festival at Various venues.
Ongoing: "Menopause" the musical at Apollo Theater.
Ongoing: The O' Franken Factor now web-cast only.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Fr: Chicago Fire Anniversary.
Ongoing: "Around the Bend" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: "Primer" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: "Taxi" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: "Fabrications" at Woman Made Gallery.
Fr: Enterprise on UPN.
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Seasonal:    ^

Scream Scene Haunted House. Spooktacular! Fr/Sa -2004.10.30 Yearly. Not for ages under 10. $7 7-10p.

Over 20 unique rooms. Not for the faint of heart.
Skokie Park District, 847/674-1500 x0, 4701 Oakton, Skokie. At Water Playground.
http://www.skokieparkdistrict.org
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"Fear and Fun" -2004.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $8 for full access wristband. Pier hours.

The Haunted Ship of Navy Pier, includes some trick-or-treating, kid's craft corner and entertainment Pier-wide.
Navy Pier, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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Fright Fest (since 1991). Redecorated rides and additional Halloween attractions. Fr/Sa/Su -2004.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $$ Fr 5-11p, Sa 10a-11p, Su 10a-8p.

Come early, use coupons, strategize your visit for best results.
Great America, 847/249-1776, 542 N Il Route 21, Gurnee.
http://www.sixflags.com/parks/greatamerica/index.asp
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World's Best Costume Shop. -2004.10.31 Yearly. Seasonal hours vary. Call to check. 9:30a-9p.

Incomparably huge and comprehensive. Also sponsors a "haunted graveyard" a block away. Some staff costumed.
Fantasy Costume Headquarters, 773/777-0222, 4065 N Milwaukee.
http://fantasycostumes.com
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Ghost Of Graceland Family Walking Tour. Stroll the big name graves. Sundays in October -2004.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $5-10 2hr 2p.

VERY qualified tour guides, lots of interesting history.
http://www.architecture.org
Graceland Cemetery, 312/922-3432, 4000 N Clark.
http://www.graveyards.com
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Best haunted house in Illinois. Threepeat winner of Haunted Illinois vote. -2004.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $15-25 Open 10.01-02, 08-10, 14-17, 21-24, 25-31. 7-11p.

Newly overhauled, 14Ksqft, wheelchair access, 22 rooms, 40+ animatronics, 40+ performers, and now new scarey SMELLS!
Dream Reapers Haunted House, 708/344-2084, 1985 N Mannheim, Melrose Park.
http://www.dreamreapers.com
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The Zodiac Effect. -2004.10.31 Ages? $25 Shows on 10.7/8/9/15/16/29/30/31 10p.

Mention BEDNO.COM for 20% off.
"80 minute pulse pounding theatrical stage show presenting paranormal illusions. Demonstrations blend unusual psychic feats of illusion, hypnosis, intuition, and super human ability! You'll witness spoons bend, defy physics with a mere thought, secrets revealed, future events foretold" and much more. An intimate experience w/ only 75 seats.
http://www.zodiaceffect.com
Live Bait Theater, 773/871-1212, 3914 N Clark.
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Supernatural Chicago. Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 8-9p.

BRING A GUEST FREE with each paid admission!
Hear true Chicago stories of the unexplained, brought to life through audience-involving demonstrations of telepathy, clairvoyance, mediumship and magic -- at one of Chicago's most haunted nightspots. Price includes the show plus two drinks and general admission to the club.
http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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Ongoing:    ^

Rhinoceros Theater Festival (since 1989). -2004.11.20 Yearly. Ages? $12 Various days and times.

Showcase of experimental new plays.
773/267-6742
The Curious Theatre Branch, 773/274-6660, 7001 N Glenwood.
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UniverSoul Circus (since 1994). African-American owned, operated and staffed. -2004.10.24 Yearly. All ages. $18-40 Various times.

Ringmasta and at least a dozen acts!
http://www.universoulcircus.com
Washington Park, 51st and Payne.
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Chicago International Film Festival (since 1965). -2004.10.21 Yearly. $10-60 Various times.

World-class premiers. Get a printed show guide (or tackle the show site if technically brave) and see something special. Dozens of special guests and jurors.
http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com
Various venues.
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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.

Around the Bend, Primer, Taxi, Shark Tale, What the bleep, A Dirty Shame, Shaun of the Dead, The Last Shot, The Yes Men, Ghost in the Shell 2, Sky Captain, Mr. 3000, Gold Diggers, Wimbledon, Bush's Brain, Resident Evil 2, Hero, Alien vs. Predator, The Bourne Supremacy, I Robot, De-Lovely, Fahrenheit 9/11, ...
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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The O' Franken Factor. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages. Free. 11a-2p.

Al & Katherine Lanpher present drug-free talk radio. Also hear Janeane Garofalo and Sam Seder on "The Majority Report" daily 8-11p.
http://ofrankenfactor.com
Air America Radio. Available on web-cast.
http://airamericaradio.com
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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
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Farmers Markets. Cut out the middlemen. -2004.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free 7a-2p.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn -10.22.
We: Vernon Hills, Westfield -10.27.
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
Various city locations.
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Different 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
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, Highland Pk, ravinia.org
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Friday 2004.10.08:    ^

Chicago Fire Anniversary. Yearly.

Anniversary of the great fire in 1871 which destroyed 1/3 of the city. Observed as part of Fire Prevention Week.
http://www.chicagohs.org/fire
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"Around the Bend" now playing.

Michael Caine, Christopher Walken, Josh Lucas, Jonah Bobo, Glenne Headly, David Eigenberg, ...
http://wip.warnerbros.com/index.html?site=aroundthebend
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Primer" now playing.

Sundance Film Festival top prize winner w/ Shane Carruth, David Sullivan, Casey Gooden, Anand Upadhyaya, ...
http://primermovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Taxi" now playing.

Queen Latifah, Jimmy Fallon, Gisele Bundchen, Henry Simmons, Jennifer Esposito, ...
http://www.taximovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Fabrications" -2004.11.11 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.

Artworks challenge viewer to question gender roles and distinctions between objects of art, fashion and domesticity.
10.08: Opening reception 6-9p.
Woman Made Gallery, 773/489-8900, 2418 W Bloomingdale.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Enterprise. Newest Star Trek series. Fridays All ages. Free 7p.

Starring Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, Jolene Blalock, Dominic Keating, Anthony Montgomery, Linda Park, Connor Trinneer.
10.08: Storm Front I: Archer and the NX-01 find themselves in Earth's past, with events of World War II altered by the Temporal Cold War.
http://www.startrek.com
UPN/WPWR. http://www.upn.com
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Gomez. 18+ $21.50 7:30p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Love With The Zombies. All ages. $25+ 7:30p.

Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Pilobolus Dance Theatre. -Saturday $13-48 7:30p.

Extreme modern dance/performance art.
http://pilobolus.com/
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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** Presidential Debate #2. All ages. Free. 8-9:30p.

Sen. John Kerry and "President" George W. Bush discuss issues in St. Louis at Washington U.
All major channels.
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Lord Of The Rings Symphony. -Saturday $63-78 8p.

Music From The Trilogy Composed By Howard Shore.
Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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"This Is Our Youth" Fr/Sa/Su -2004.10.24 $12-15 Su 7p, Fr-Sa 8p.

A funny, dramatic and quirky story set in 1982, by Kenneth Lonergan, directed by Frank Merle, featuring Mary Bliss Mather, Jeff Radue & Stuart Ritter.
http://www.keyholetheatre.com
Josephinum, 773/805-5055, 1501 N Oakley.
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DJ Krush. All ages. $18 9p.

W/ The Opus, DJ Striz.
http://www.krushwithak.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Live Drumming. Fr/Sa/We 21+ $5-10 No smoking. 9p-3a.

Loaner percussions of every kind. Lessons and performances first, then immense drum circles.
Rhythm, 312/492-6100, 1108 W Randolph. At Aberdeen, six blocks W of Halsted.
http://www.drumallnight.com
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Dubtribe Sound System. 21+ $20 9:30p-4a.

W/ Derrick Carter, DJ Warp, models, more.
http://flavourchicago.com
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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* JERKSTORE Grand Opening. aka "Gigolo Night Out" All ages. $5 Free Beer?!? 10p-?a.

The opaque project presents: PLASTIQUE DE ReVE (aka daze, only two Nor.Am. stops); expect electro-techno-disco, vintage electronic music, kraftwerk and clones, 80's pioneers, new wave, techno-pop, breakdance, ebm, acid, new beat, miami/detroit bass, club techno, futuristic electro and devastating b-sides of all-time favourites. ATOMLY - more acid than you can shake a book of blotter at. JOHNNY LOVE - jack your body. now. seriously. i'm not joking. Plus one more super special gigolo guest.
Jerkstore, 773/968-4625, 1550 N Damen. Damen Blueline stop, one door south on damen.
http://www.theopaqueproject.com
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"Contemporary Insanity" Fridays 21+ $5 10p-5a.

THE BEST Industrial/EBM nite in town.
10.08/15: Shifted from Sat to Fri for two weeks.
http://derklempner.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.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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Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. Fr/Sa All ages? $6-11 (also Su 7p) 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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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p Sa,Mo,Tu: Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle - John Cho, Kal Penn, ...
10p Sa,Mo,Tu: Anchorman - Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell, David Koechner, Fred Willard, Chris Parnell, ...
midnt Sa: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story - W/ Vince Vaughn, Christine Taylor, Ben Stiller, Rip Torn, Justin Long, Stephen Root, ...
Brew & View, 773/929-6713, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Saturday 2004.10.09:    ^

** Kids and Kites Fest (since 1999). Family event, education, expert demos. Yearly. All ages. Free. 10a-4p.

Includes build it yourself tents for kids and MASSIVE show kites in the air. Rain date Sunday. Over 2k expected.
http://cityofchicago.org
Montrose Park, Montrose and Lake Shore Drive. Cricket Hill.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-25 4hr 10a.

Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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October Blaze. A Lakeview Community Festival. All ages. $5 12-10p.

Activities for families during the day and DJ's and bands at night. Include hayrides, pumpkin carving, moon jump, a trackless train, and more noon-4p. After 4p Music 101 and Q101's Sonic Boom present DJ's Jesse De La Pena, John Simmons, Mark Grant and Brian Gardner, and bands The Southport All-Star Band and Mr. Ali. Food and beverage available.
http://www.lakeviewchamber.com
Bungalow Parking Lot, 773/472-7171, 1622 W Belmont. just north of Belmont, west of Lincoln, behind on Melrose.
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Double Ten Parade. Yearly. All ages. Free 1p.

http://cityofchicago.org
Chinatown, 312/255-0303, Wentworth and Cermak. Continues South to 24th Street.
http://www.chicago-chinatown.com
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* Lyric Opera Ultimate Trunk Sale. -Sunday All ages. Cash only. 1-4p.

Over 200 trunks from over 175 operas containing thousands of costumes. Many matching outfits including Santa suits, sequins, clowns, etc starting at $5. Also props, sets, art, furniture, more.
26th and Dearborn
http://www.lyricopera.org
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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.
10.09: Scientific Study of Consciousness - Who Are We?
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Dio w/ Anthrax and Fireball Ministry. 18+ $32-35 8:30p.

97.9 The Loop presents.
http://www.ronniejamesdio.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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"The Edge" comedy improv show. Saturdays All ages. (21+ byob!) $5-8 9p-?a.

No two drink minimum, no egos, no rules, pizza, coffee, more.
http://www.localendar.com/public/edgecome
Chase Cafe, 773/295-0395, 7301 N Sheridan. Rogers Park.
http://www.chasecafe.biz
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"Pans*xual Pleasuredome" Saturdays 21+ $5 after 11p 9:30p-5a.

"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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Elektric Cafe. 21+ $5 10p-5a.

W/ DJ RazerX spinning Elektro Industrial/Clash.
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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* Project / Object. Performing the songs of Frank Zappa. -Sunday 21+ $17 Sa 9p, Su 10p.

Ike Willis and Napoleon Murphy Brock.
http://www.projectobject.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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* "Dynamite" Drum&Bass. 2nd Saturdays 21+ $7-10 10p-3a.

Nice place, local parking, good guest DJs, sometimes packed. Residents Flipside, Poolside, Glyde and Carbide.
10.09: LTJ Bukem & MC Conrad. - POSTPONED!
http://bassbythepound.com
Sonotheque, 312/226-7600, 1444 W Chicago.
http://www.sonotheque.org
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Old School w/ DJ Chris Gin. Sa/Su 21+ Free Fr -2a, Sa 10p-3a.

Kitchen sink music, requests, video games, sports and movies, 26 beers, kitchen.
Cans Bar and Canteen, 773/227-2277, 1640 N Damen. 1 block North of North/Milwaukee.
http://www.cansbar.com
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Sonic Boom. Saturdays All ages. Free 10p-4a.

Considered by many to be Chicago's BEST dance music weekly radio show. Electronic, Industrial, Techno, Big Beat, Drum & Bass, guest DJs.
Q101. http://www.q101.com
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Spundae. Saturdays 21+ $10-20 10p-5a.

RSVP on site for discount.
Acclaimed promoter, occasional big name DJs, mostly house, dress well, extraordinary venue and crowd.
10.09: Armin Van Buuren, Markus Schulz, more.
http://spundae.com
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie. Parking sometimes hard and valet fills.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Saturdays -2004.10.30 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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Cruxshadows. 18+ $15 10:30p.

W/ A New January.
http://cruxshadows.com
Bottom Lounge, 773/975-0505, 3206 N Wilton. Near Belmont/Clark.
http://www.thebottomlounge.com
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"Mock the Vote - Demockracy in Action" Saturdays Ages? $12 11:30p.

http://www.mockthevote.net
Theatre Building Chicago, 773/327-5252, 1225 W Belmont. 5 blocks from Belmont Red/Brown line stop, on corner of Racine.
http://www.theatrebuildingchicago.org
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Sunday 2004.10.10:    ^

* LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon (since 1977). Yearly. 7:30a.

Nationally reknowned 26.2 mile run, USATF/CARA certified, record breaking over 37K runners registered, and over 900K spectators expected! Carried live on NBC. Related events include fun runs and free fitness expo at McCormick Place.
312/904-9800 http://www.chicagomarathon.com
Grant Park, 312/744-3370, Columbus and Balbo. Easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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* Ministry. 18+ $34 8p.

W/ My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult, Pound of Flesh, Hanzel und Gretyl.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Mish Mash Variety Nite! Weekly Variety Show with Film. Sundays 21+ $7 8-11p.

Catch the best of Chicago's filmmakers and variety talent. Anchored by original screenings, each week hosts an exciting and eclectic array of performances. From puppet shows to live jazz, improv to burlesque cabaret, stand up to rock bands, a forum for all things creatively diverse and wildly passionate in Chicago. Curated by Mia Park, also known as Miss Mia from "Chic A Go Go!". Free popcorn & drink specials.
773/972-6745 http://www.lavendarcabaret.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont. 1bk W of Damen, 2mi E from I94.
http://www.beatkitchen.com
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UFO. -Monday 21+ $39.50 9p.

House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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, Venture Bros, The Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Brak Show, Space Ghost, Harvey Birdman, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2004.10.11:    ^

Canadian Thanksgiving. 2nd Monday in October Yearly.

This holiday has had a variety of dates back to the late 1500's, and was set to its current date in 1957 by the Canadian government. Though it evolved independently, it's observance is now very similar to the U.S. Thanksgiving.
http://www.canada.com
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* Columbus Day. 2nd Monday in October Yearly.

Legal holiday, Celebrates Christopher's landing at San Salvador in 1492. Also called "Discovery Day". Also observed to some extent as an Italian pride day.
Parade (since 1953) on Columbus from Balbo to Monroe, 312/828-0010, 1p.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
http://dir.yahoo.com/Society_and_Culture/Holidays_and_Observances/Columbus_Day
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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 N Lincoln. One block north of Fullerton, across from the Biograph.
http://www.theredlionpub.com
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The Daily Show w/ Jon Stewart. Emmy award winner. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages, free. Reruns at midnt, 9a, 6p. 10-10:30p.

"The best fake news show ever!" Usually followed by "Tough Crowd" w/ Collin Quinn. An excellent hour of sceptical thinkers.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2004.10.12:    ^

Farmer's Day. Yearly.

Created in 1915 to stimulate interest in agriculture.
http://www.usda.gov
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National Children's Day. Yearly.

Day to honor and be kind to children. Proclaimed by President Clinton in 1997 "As we observe National Children's Day this year, let us recommit ourselves to creating a society where parents can raise healthy, happy children; where every newborn is cherished, where every child is encouraged to succeed, and where all our young people are free to pursue their dreams."
http://www.child.net
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Jamie Cullum. All ages. $22.50 7:30p.

Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Noctronica. Tuesdays 21+ $5-10 10p-4a.

Industrial, EBM, darkwave, electro, and noise w/ DJs (censored) and Gremlin.
http://derklempner.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.

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 2004.10.13:    ^

Health Club Industry Convention. -Saturday Yearly. Th 12:30-5:30p, Fr 11:30a-5:30p, Sa 11a-3p.

Over 200 leading industry suppliers, over 900 booths, over 100 seminars, fitness fashion show, discounts, ...
800/927-5007 http://www.clubindustryshow.com
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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Weekly group skate in the burbs. Wednesdays All ages. Free. 1st lap at 5p, 2nd at 6p.

Join us for a group skate on the newly paved Busse Woods trail... it's awesome now!
847/975-7204 http://www.getinlinechicagoland.com
Busse Woods, Schaumburg. First entrance just east of RT 53 on Higgins.
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Women Obsession (since 1990). Ladies night for ladies. 1st/2nd/3rd Wednesdays 21+ Free 6p-12a.

W/ Go-Go Girls, drink specials, then 80s theme midnt-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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Rufus Wainwright. 18+ $28.50 7:30p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Joffrey Ballet: A Nureyev Tribute. -2004.10.24 $63-98 7:30p.

http://www.joffrey.com
Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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** Presidential Debate #3. All ages. Free. 8-9:30p.

Sen. John Kerry and "President" George W. Bush discuss issues in Tempe at Arizona State U.
All major channels.
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"In One Ear" (since 1985). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $3 10p-?a.

"Eclectic mix of people who groove on laid-back vibes."
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2004.10.14:    ^

Weekly group skate in the burbs. Thursdays All ages. Free. 1st lap at 5p, 2nd at 6p.

Join us for a group skate on the newly paved Busse Woods trail... it's awesome now!
847/975-7204 http://www.getinlinechicagoland.com
Busse Woods, Schaumburg. Enter on the south side of Higgins, first entrance just east of Rt 53.
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Lucky Boys Confusion. All ages. $15 6:30p.

Suburban Curse Tour W/ Plain White T's, Army Of Freshman.
http://www.luckyboys.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Bar Revu. We go to bars and "REVU" them. 2nd Thursdays 21+ Free? 7p-?a.

Group gathering for drinking, talking. Cash bar.
10.14: Martini Ranch, 312/335-9500, 311 W Chicago.
http://www.barrevu.com
martini ranch.
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Death Cab For Cutie. All ages. $19+ 7:30p.

Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
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Wanda Sykes. 18+ $38.50 8p.

Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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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-Th 10a-7p, 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://cityofchicago.org
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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.

07.24-01.02: Stalemate - ambiguity and existential crisis.
07.10-01.09: Soft Edge - Subtlety and organic materials.
10.01-10.31: Sam Salisbury paintings.
11.05-11.28: Huong Ngo - security fixation parody.
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 scultpure show now on display.
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.
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. $0-7, Free Thursdays 5-8p. Tu-Su 10a-5p. Th -8p.

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.

Exhibits include clock (possibly the best historical collection in existence), trains, toys, flight, genetics, chemistry, coal, petroleum, human body slices, cyberspace, farming, the U-505, TONS of space flight tech, and much more.
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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Notes:    ^

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2004.10.08