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2006.07.28 (week 474)

"Why is the rum gone?"

RECOMMENDED:

Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Ongoing: Grant Park Music Festival.
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
..-Fr: Claudia Bucher at Caro d'Offay Gallery.
Ongoing: Cirque du Soleil - Corteo at United Center.
..-Su: Newberry Library Book Fair.
..-Sa: The Fray at House of Blues.
..-Su: Changes at Athenaeum Theatre.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: "Closer" at Victory Gardens Downstairs Studio.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
Ongoing: Bristol Renaissance Faire.
Ongoing: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: The O' Franken Factor on Air America Radio.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Sonic Vision at Adler Planetarium.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
..-Su: "Devil at the Fair" at Peter Jones Gallery.
..-Su: "Flashback Weekend" Horror/Sci-Fi Convention at Crown Plaza Chicago O'Hare.
Ongoing: "A Scanner Darkly" now playing at select theaters.
...

Ongoing:    ^

Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2006.09.30 Yearly.

Participate in any of the over 150 events. Helmet sale and Police auction, workshops and safety checks, lectures and clinics, neighborhood tours and family events, contests and stunt shows, parades and more!! Bikes temporarily allowed on certain train and bus lines at certain times. Mayor's Office of Special Events, see site or call.
312/744-3315 http://cityofchicago.org
Various City Locations.
http://biketraffic.org
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Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2006.08.19 Yearly. All ages. Free Some Su/Fr/Sa 6:30p.

World-class orchestra, chorus and conductors, and an outstanding roster of local and international guest artists perform classical.
312/742-4763 (-GPMF) http://grantparkmusicfestival.com
Grant Park, Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. Train, bus or cab.
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Summer Vacation. -2006.09.11 Yearly.

Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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Claudia Bucher. Performance and Installation. -2006.07.28 All ages. Free 1-6p.

Swiss artist whose installations "record movement".
http://claudiabucher.com
Caro d'Offay Gallery, 773/235-7400, 2204 W North. 2blk W of Blue line Damen stop in Wicker Park.
http://www.carodoffaygallery.com
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Cirque du Soleil - Corteo. -2006.08.20 All ages. $45-76+ Tu+We 8p, Th-Sa 4p+8p, Su 1p+5p.

http://www.cirquedusoleil.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com
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* Newberry Library Book Fair (since 1985). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 12-8p.

Major literati event. Support Chicago's Newberry Library while restocking your home library. Over 100,000 books in over 50 categories at bargain prices, as well as LPs, CDs and videos are on sale during this 4-day event.
Newberry Library, 312/943-9090, 60 W Walton. Three blocks south of Clark/Division Red Line.
http://www.newberry.org
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The Fray. -Saturday All ages. $25+ SOLD OUT 8:30p.

W/ I-Nine, XBox 360 presents.
http://www.thefray.net
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Changes. A Science-Fiction Tap Dance Opera. -2006.07.30 All ages. $15-25 Various times Fr/Sa/Su.

Featuring the music of David Bowie.
http://chicagotaptheatre.com
Athenaeum Theatre, 773/935-6860, 2936 N Southport.
http://www.athenaeumtheatre.com
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2006.08.27 Yearly. All ages. Free Su 4-7p, Th-Sa 6-9:30p.

Salsa, Swing, Waltz, Bamboleo, Cha Cha, Polka, Tango, Mambo, Fox Trot, etc. Lessons first hour.
http://egov.cityofchicago.org/SummerDance/
Grant Park, 312/742-4007, 601 S Michigan. Between Harrison and Balbo, easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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"Closer" Provocative dark comedy. -2006.08.27 18+ $16 Sa 8p, Su 3:30p, Th+Fr 8:30p.

"Truth and desire for intimacy are laid bare in Patrick Marber's in-your-face script where technology collides with instinct and heartache with longing. Join MOB Productions for its second razor sharp and painfully honest local reimagining of popular culture and follow four people whose need to be closer drives them further apart."
http://www.mobproductions.org
Victory Gardens Downstairs Studio, 773/871-3000, 2257 N Lincoln. Fullerton Red/Brown line stop, 1blk S of Fullerton/Halsted.
http://www.victorygardens.org
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Cirque Shanghai. -2006.09.03 All ages. $0-15 We-Su various time.

The best acrobats from the most acclaimed troupes direct from China thrilling audiences with a stunning combination of circus arts set in a breathtaking theatrical performance.
http://cirqueshanghai.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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* Bristol Renaissance Faire. Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2006.09.03 Yearly. All ages. $8-16+ Coupons online. 10a-7p.

Open just nine enchanted weekends, rain or shine. Spend all day. Hundreds of costumed performers (about a dozen 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.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773, 12550 120th, Kenosha WI. 94 North to Russell Rd (Exit 1), left (W) to Frontage Rd, right to 128 then follow signs.
http://renfair.com/bristol
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Now playing.

Clerks II, Monster House, My Super Ex-Girlfriend, Pirates of the Caribbean, Superman Returns, The Devil Wears Prada, Who Killed the Electric Car?, Click, Road to Guantanamo, Nacho Libre, The Lake House, A Prairie Home Companion, Cars, The Break-Up, An Inconvenient Truth, X-Men 3, Over the Hedge, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.

July 28: 8p $10-45 Tchaikovsky'S Fifth Symphony.
July 29: 11a $3-10 Russian American Kids Circus.
July 29: 7:30p $10-60 Rachmaninoff'S Third Piano Concerto.
July 30: 5p $10-45 Mozart Piano Concertos.
July 31: 8p $10-45 Schumann Showcase.
Aug 2: 8p $15-40 Trisha Yearwood.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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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.

Drug-free and honest talk radio. Other radically patriotic shows include Randi Rhodes, Janeane Garofalo, Jerry Springer and more working hard to liberate America.
http://www.theofrankenfactor.com
Air America Radio, WCPT 850 AM. Also 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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Sonic Vision. All ages. $5-8 Fr+Sa: 10, 9, 8, 7p.

Groundbreaking digitally animated alternative music show takes StarRider Theater audiences on mind-warping one-of-a-kind visual roller-coaster through fantastical dreamspace. Mix by Moby featuring Radiohead, U2, David Bowie, Coldplay, Prodigy, Flaming Lips, Fischerspooner, Spiritualized, Audioslave, Stereolab, Zwan, White Zombie, more.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/sonicvision
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Cut out the middlemen. -2006.10.28 Yearly. All ages. Free 11a or 7a-2p.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 06.06-10.24.
Th: Daley Plaza 05.18-09.28.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 06.01-10.26.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 07.08-10.28.
Sa: Edgewater, Broadway&Norwood 06.17-10.21.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Orchard 05.20-10.28.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 06.03-10.28.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 06.03-10.21.
Sa: North Halsted, Grace/Brdwy/Halsted 06.03-10.21.
Su: Logan Square, Logan/Milwaukee/Kedzie 06.04-10.29
Su: WickerPark, WickerPark&Damen 06.04-10.22.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
Various city locations.
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Different rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?

Bottom Lounge, 773/975-0505, 3206 N Wilton, Near Red/Brown Line Belmont stop, http://www.thebottomlounge.com
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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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p Sa,Mo-We; 7p Su: X-Men 3 - W/ Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen, Halle Berry, Famke Janssen, Anna Paquin, Kelsey Grammer, Rebecca Romijn, Shawn Ashmore, Ellen Page, Ben Foster, Aaron Stanford, James Marsden, Olivia Williams, Daniel Cudmore, ...
10p Fr-Sa,Mo-Th; 9p Su: The Omen - Predrag Bjelac, Liev Schreiber, Carlo Sabatini, Julia Stiles, Mia Farrow, ...
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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Friday 2006.07.28:    ^

"Devil at the Fair" Fr/Sa/Su -2006.07.30 All ages. Opening Sa 7p-midnt, Su noon-5p, Fr 7p-1:30a.

Experience the steamy side of amusement park with this collection of vintage and retro erotic paintings, photos, drawings, illustrations and multimedia. Take a nostalgic walk on a hot summer night along the midway, feel the pavement, smell the pop corn, listen to the hawkers, imagine sailors waiting for a peek and girls having fun and maybe showing off just a little.
http://www.windysights.com
Peter Jones Gallery, 773/472-6725, 1806 W Cuyler. 2nd Floor.
http://www.peterjonesgallery.com
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"Flashback Weekend" Horror/Sci-Fi Convention. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $15-250.

Films shown outdoors in hotel parking lot like a mini-drive-in (bring lawn-chairs, blankets, etc). Far too many significant celebrities to list here. Dealer's Room & celebrity signings, speakers, demos, costume contest, DVD screenings, parties, bands, etc.
http://www.flashbackweekend.com
Crown Plaza Chicago O'Hare, 425/821-1760, 5440 North River Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.chi-ohare.crowneplaza.com
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"A Scanner Darkly" now playing.

Sci-Fi animation w/ Rory Cochrane, Robert Downey Jr., Mitch Baker, Woody Harrelson, Keanu Reeves, Sean Allen, Cliff Haby, Steven Chester Prince, Winona Ryder, Natasha Valdez, ...
http://wip.warnerbros.com/index.html?site=ascannerdarkly
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"John Tucker Must Die" now playing.

W/ Ashanti, Sophia Bush, Arielle Kebbel, Brittany Snow, Jesse Metcalfe, ...
http://www.myspace.com/JohnTucker
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Miami Vice" now playing.

Michael Mann w/ Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx.
http://www.miamivice.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Strangers with Candy" now playing.

Movie from the brilliant COM show w/ Amy Sedaris, Deborah Rush, Carlo Alban, Maria Thayer, Paul Dinello, Stephen Colbert, Chris Pratt, Elisabeth Harnois, Joseph Cross, Greg Hollimon, Dan Hedaya, Matthew Broderick, Ian Holm, Sarah Jessica Parker.
http://strangerswithcandymovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"The Ant Bully" now playing.

W/ voices of Nissa Alcorn, Jake T. Austin, Shane Baumel, S. Scott Bullock, Nicolas Cage, Bruce Campbell, Larry Cedar, Sean Donnellan, Creagen Dow, Jaishon Fisher, ...
http://theantbully.warnerbros.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Rocky Horror Convention. -Sunday All ages. $50-100 Fr noon-2a, Sa noon-midnt, Su 12-3p.

Minglers, vendors, performances, movies, costume contests, parties, etc.
http://www.crhap.org/convention.htm
Congress Plaza Hotel, 312/427-3800, 520 S Michigan. Exit I-90 at Congress Parkway.
http://www.congressplazahotel.com
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Critical Mass. Last Fridays 5:30p.

THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown. Now joined by some bladers.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Billy Idol. All ages. $25 Doors 6:30p.

http://billyidol.com
Congress Theatre, 312/836-5900, 2135 N Milwaukee. NorthWest of North and Western. Between Blue Line Western and California stops.
http://www.congresschicago.com
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Dashboard Confessional. All ages. $28+ 7p.

http://dashboardconfessional.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Sunset Jams. Fridays 21+ $10 7-10:30p.

Various quality bands, fun veranda atmosphere, swim-wear clad crowd.
07.28: The Revolution (Prince tribute).
http://www.chicagosocial.com
Castaway's, North Avenue Beach. Boathouse.
http://www.stefanirestaurants.com/castaways.htm
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 8-9p.

Hosted by Necromancer Neil Tobin. 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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Xavier Rudd. $14 9p.

http://xavierrudd.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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DJ Chris Gin. Fr/Sa/Tu/Th 21+ Free 9p-?a.

Kitchen sink music, requests, video games, over 20 beers, kitchen, pool, 15 TVs, Bloody Mary's and brunch. Tu: 2-for-1 appetizers and shots; We: New Wave; Fr+Sa: 80s hits and more.
Cans Bar and Canteen, 773/227-2277, 1640 N Damen. Wicker Park, 1blk N of North/Milwaukee.
http://www.cansbar.com
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Live Drumming. Fr/Sa 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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DJ Rap. 21+ $0-20 10p-?a.

http://djrap.com
Sound-Bar, 312/787-4480, 226 West Ontario. Credit cards accepted. Walkable from Red and Brown lines.
http://sound-bar.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 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 (since 1988). 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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Saturday 2006.07.29:    ^

The BalloonMan. Sa/Su/Mo -2006.07.30 All ages. Free Various times.

A geek rock edutainment show engineered for kids featuring 300lbs of Helium, 20ft of truck, 5 Rock-n-Roll Musicians, 1 Mythical Beast.
312/850-8440
Millennium Park, 312/742-5222, 55 N Michigan. Downtown.
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Chicago Pro-Am Beach Volleyball (since 1992). Saturdays -2006.08.19 Yearly. 9a-7p.

312/287-5988 http://www.chicagovolleyball.com
North Avenue Beach, 1800 N Lakeshore.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Sa/Th $20-25 4hr 10a.

07.29: Wicker Park & Bucktown.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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Bughouse Square Debates (since 1985). Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-6p.

Public heckling of outlandish soapbox oratory.
312/255-3510 http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
Washington Square Park, 312/943-9090, 901 N Clark.
http://www.newberry.org
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Taste of Lincoln (since 1984). -Sunday Yearly. 12-10p.

Many vendors, many many bands, several stages, crafts, kid stuff. 40-50K expected.
http://chicagoevents.com
Lincoln from Fullerton to Wrightwood
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Stopping Lessons by Chicago Skate Patrol. Sa/Su -2006.09.03 Yearly. All ages. Free 12-3p.

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
http://www.nsp-chicago.org
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Pitchfork Music Festival. -Sunday All ages. $20-40 1-9p.

41 Indy bands in 2 days.
http://www.pitchforkmusicfestival.com
Union Park, 312/746-5494, 1501 W Randolph.
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Venetian Night (since 1958). Yearly. 6:30-10:15p.

Parade of about 30 brightly decorated boats (8:30p) followed by fireworks (9:30p) with accompanying music on WXRT. Over 600K expected.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
Lakefront from Shedd to Monroe Harbor, 312/744-3370. Reviewing at Queen's Landing (Congress).
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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.
07.29: How the Principles of America's Founding Have All Been Betrayed.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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"Kinetic" Last Saturdays 21+ $3 9p-3a.

Industrial, rhythmic noise and hard EBM w/ resident DJs Sprite, Gremlin, others.
http://www.myspace.com/kinetic_noise
Spot6, 773/388-0185, 3343 N Clark. Two blocks north of Belmont.
http://www.spot6.com
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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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Hair Banger's Ball. Monthly. 21+ $10 10p.

"The greatest tribute to The Decade of Decadence you have ever seen! Bring your lighter for classics by Bon Jovi, Poison, Motley Crue and more."
http://www.hairbangersball.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://joesbar.com/calendar/calendar.cfm
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* Nocturna (since 1988). THE Electro/Goth gathering. Monthly. 18+ $10 10p-5a.

DJ Scary Lady Sarah spinning goth, darkwave, dark indie, deathrock, industrial, new wave, electro, ... Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways. A tight but welcoming community of several hundred intriguing individuals.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2006.10.28 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 2006.07.30:    ^

Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sundays -2006.10.29 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks 6a-3p.

500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://www.wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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Biker Brunch. Sundays 21+ $10+ 10a-2p.

All you can eat hot and cold breakfast buffet and special parking for motorcyclists. W/ cereals, fruit, biscuits, gravy, waffles, omelets, hash browns, bagels, cream cheese, bacon, sausage, more.
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://joesbar.com/calendar/calendar.cfm
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* Vans Warped Tour. Yearly. All ages. $29.75 12p.

About 80 bands at about ten stages.
http://www.warpedtour.com
FMWB Ampitheatre, 708/614-1616, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. (formerly Tweeter) South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.com
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EVIL BBQ (since 1997). Yearly. 2p-12a.

Geoff, Jim & Rev. Robby's party for the Chicago goth and rivet crowd. Bring evil food and evil drinks and evil friends. W/ Evil Guest DJs. Evil toppings, evil space, evil meat and vegan grills, and evil sun provided.
http://www.myspace.com/evilbbq
Evil Backyard, RSVP REQUIRED for address.
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Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2006.08.20 Yearly. All ages. Free 4-6p.

Cathleen Schandelmeier-Bartels hosts varied readings and music.
773/465-5460 http://www.myspace.com/beachpoets
Loyola Beach. Greenleaf at the lakefront, near Heartland Beach Stand.
http://chicagopoetry.com
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New Power Party (since 1996). Samnation spins Artist Formerly Known as Prince. Last Sundays 21+ Free 8p-4a.

Movie at 8p, dancing from 10p, diverse glam clique.
http://www.chicagonation.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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George Thorogood and The Destroyers. 21+ $40+ 9p.

The Loop presents, w/ Monkey Beat.
http://www.gthorogood.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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"Adult Swim" NEW EPISODES. Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.

Extraordinarily good block of free-form thought-jazz toonage. May include Venture Bros, Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Tom Goes to the Mayor, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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"Locale" (since 2004). Leading-edge indie audio/video artist showcase. Sundays Ages? Free 10p.

Hosted/Produced by Dan Simborg, Mason Dixon, Jen Levi.
07.30: (#117) Audio: Alex Basset, focused on the future. Visual: Ark of Limbs and Heavy Petting.
http://www.localeevents.com
Rodan, 773/276-7036, 1530 N Milwaukee. Intimate and comfortable bar/restaurant.
http://www.rodan.ws
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Monday 2006.07.31:    ^

Tales of Terror (since 1993). 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 Roots. 18+ $22-27 8p.

W/ Talib Kweli.
http://www.okayplayer.com/theroots
Congress Theatre, 312/836-5900, 2135 N Milwaukee. NorthWest of North and Western. Between Blue Line Western and California stops.
http://www.congresschicago.com
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The Daily Show w/ Jon Stewart. Emmy award winner. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages, Free. Reruns several times a day. 10-10:30p.

"The best fake news show ever!" Followed by the new "Colbert Report" show.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2006.08.01:    ^

* Chicago Outdoor Film Festival (since 2000). Tuesdays -2006.08.29 Yearly. All ages. Free. Thousands attend.

Enjoy classic movies on the Grant Park lawn this summer courtesy of your fair city.
08.01: High Noon, 8:41p, 1952 (85) Gary Cooper, Grace Kelly, Lloyd Bridges.
http://cityofchicago.org
Grant Park, Butler Field, 312/744-3315, 331 E Randolph. Red Line train to Monroe; Green, Orange or Brown Line to Madison/Wabash or Adams/Wabash.
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Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.

Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN
8p X-Men 3, 10p The Omen.
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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Kottonmouth Kings. -Wednesday All ages. $18.50 5:30p.

http://www.kottonmouthkings.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Wednesday 2006.08.02:    ^

* Tributosaurus. Monthly. 21+ $15 7p and 10p.

"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
08.02: Becomes Santana.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1989). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $2 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 2006.08.03:    ^

* Wizard World. -Sunday Yearly. $20-40 10a-6p.

Hundreds of comics and collectibles vendors, special featured guest, popular cartoonists, and famous actors.
http://www.wizarduniverse.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/268-2000, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont. Formerly the Rosemont Convention Center.
http://www.rosemont.com/convcent_new.htm
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Tall Ships. -Monday Yearly. All ages. $8-15 11a-8p.

Over a dozen magnificent sailing vessels on display. Public tours and cruises.
312/744-3370 http://www.tallshipschicago.com
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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Arbortheater outdoor concerts. Thursdays All ages. Free 7-9p.

08.03: Class of 68 (rock-n-roill).
Arbor Theater, Dearpath Park, Vernon Hills.
http://vernonhills.org
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Kill Hannah Record Release Party. 21+ $? 9p-?a.

W/ Kill Hannah, Figo Tommie Sunshine, Spencer Product, Mark Gertz and Trancid (Dark Wave Disco),Chris Holmes, Johnny Love, Steve Aoki (Kid Millionaire) Jordan Z and 24 Court.
http://www.killhannah.com
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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Raiders of the Lost Ark screening for charity. New 35mm 25th anniversary print on big screen. All $10 9:15-11:30p.

Proceeds donated to the AIDS Foundation of Chicago if you SAY at the ticket counter that you're there for the benefit.
847/312-6699 http://www.musicboxtheatre.com/
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Big C Jamboree (since 1991). 1st Thursdays 21+ Free 9:30p-?a.

Longest running local Rockabilly night. Multiple bands perform 40s-50s style swing, blues, rock-n-roll, swiftly and simply to a jumpin party crowd, many in period getups.
http://bigcjamboree.com/
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Justify Your Existence. Monthly. Ages? $10 10p.

Local bands prove themselves. Presented by The Onion, Reckless Records, etc.
Schubas, 773/525-2508, 3159 N Southport.
http://www.schubas.com
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Planet Earth (since 1994). 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. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Attractions:    ^

Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free. 4.1-10.31: Mo-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p; 11.1-3.21: Mo-Th 10a-7p, Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.

With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 77 E Randolph.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/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.

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. $12 Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Th 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. Su/Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10a-5p. Th/Sa 10a-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) 9a-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. $6-11 +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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2006.07.28