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2008.08.29 (week 583)

"The cake is a lie."
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "Babylon A.D." now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Movie: "Disaster Movie" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
..-Mo: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
..-Su: The North American Festival of Wales at The Doubletree Oakbrook.
..-Su: Chicago Jazz Festival at Grant Park.
..-Mo: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
..-Mo: Bristol Renaissance Faire.
Ongoing: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Advanced Skate Rave at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters at Joe's Sports Bar.
Fr: Duke's Gothic Hideaway at Dukes Hideaway.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Sa-Mo: Labor Day Weekend Celebration at Navy Pier.
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Movie:    ^
"Babylon A.D." now playing.
Mathieu Kassovitz w/ Vin Diesel, Michelle Yeoh, Melanie Thierry, Gerard Depardieu, Charlotte Rampling, ...
http://www.babylonadmovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Disaster Movie" now playing.
Jason Friedberg, Aaron Seltzer w/ Carmen Electra, Vanessa Minnillo, Nicole Parker, ...
http://www.disastermovie.net
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.
Hamlet 2, Death Race, Tropic Thunder, Pineapple Express, Traveling Pants 2, Swing Vote, The Mummy 3, Step Brothers, X-Files 2, Batman Dark Knight, Mamma Mia!, Hellboy II, Meet Dave, Center of the Earth 3D, Hancock, WALL-E, Wanted, Love Guru, Get Smart, The Happening, Indiana Jones 4, Chronicles of Narnia, Speed Racer, Iron Man, Baby Mama, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.
8p Fr-Sa,Mo-Th; 7p Su: Sex in the City - Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon, Chris Noth, ...
10:30p Fr-Sa,Mo-Th; 9:30p Su: Forgetting Sarah Marshall - Jason Segel, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis, Russell Brand, ...
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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Ongoing:    ^
Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2008.09.30 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://www.bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
http://biketraffic.org
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Summer Vacation. -2008.09.01 Yearly.
Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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The North American Festival of Wales. -Sunday All ages. Free 9a-9p.
"What do Tom Hanks, Kelly Clarkson, Denise Richards and Frank Lloyd Wright have in common? They are among the 2.5 million Americans that enjoy a Welsh ancestry. If your surname is Davies, Evans, Jones, Morgan, Price, Parry, Roberts or Williams you maybe among them. The North American Festival of Wales is coming to Oak Brook in August 2008. This four day festival features up and coming Welsh musical talent, prominent Welsh guest speakers, a Welsh film festival and much, much more. Join us celebrating the diverse and exhilarating culture of Wales at the North American Festival of Wales, the largest Welsh gathering in North America."
810/632-7850 http://www.wngga.org
The Doubletree Oakbrook, 630/573-1234, 1909 Spring Road, Oak Brook.
http://www.doubletreeoakbrook.com
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Chicago Jazz Festival (since 1979). -Sunday Yearly. 12-9:30p.
Mostly locals. Many tributes. See event website for details.
312/427-1676 http://www.jazzinstituteofchicago.org
Grant Park. Pritzker Pavilion, also other locations.
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* FINAL DAYS: Cirque Shanghai. -2008.09.01 All ages. $12-30+ 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 full-scale theatrical performance.
312/902-1500 http://cirqueshanghai.com
Navy Pier, Skyline Stage, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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FINAL WEEKEND: Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su/Mo -2008.09.01 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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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.
Aug.29: Dave Stewart.
Aug.30: Donna Summer.
Aug.31: Aimee Mann/Squeeze.
Sep.01: Labor Day Spectacular.
Sep.02: Pianist Vladimir Feltsman.
Sep.03: Kronos String Quartet.
Sep.04: Carol Lawrence (Martinis and the Martin).
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.
Pickup Reader and NewCity magazines.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2008.10.30 Yearly. All ages. Free.
Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 7a-2p 06.10-10.28.
Tu: Federal Plaza, Adams/Dearborn, 7a-3p 5.13-10.28.
Th: Daley Plaza 7a-3p 05.15-10.02.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 7a-2p 06.05-10.30.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 7a-2p 07.12-10.25.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Orchard 7a-2p 05.17-10.25.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 7a-2p 05.31-10.25.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 7a-2p 06.14-10.18.
Su: WickerPark, WickerPark&Damen 7a-2p 06.08-10.26.
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Different rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?
Metro / SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark, Near Red Line Addison stop, metrochicago.com
Darkroom, 773/276-1411, 2210 W Chicago, darkroombar.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
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, Highland Pk, ravinia.org
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Friday 2008.08.29:    ^
* Critical Mass (since 1997). Last Fridays All ages Free 5:45p.
THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown. Unplanned route gently winds a dozen miles or more. Thousands attend in good weather. Includes music, hipsters, athletes, show bikes, so much more. Skaters welcome.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Advanced Skate Rave. All ages. Free 7:30p.
Intermediate through advanced bladers come join the monthly group skate. Be able to skate some near traffic and do a distance of 9-12 miles. Protective gear (especially helmet) required, also bring water. Weather permitting. Usually rolls into the All Star Sports bar at Presidential Towers around 9:30ish.
8.29: "Political Conventions Rave" touring places related to Chicago's record of 25 past conventions.
http://www.road-raves.org
Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays Ages? $14 8p.
Based on audience suggestion The Co creates a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style with ALL the typical elements.
http://chicago.ioimprov.com/io/shows/14
IO Theatre, 773/880-0199, 3541 N. Clark.
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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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Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters. 21+ $15 9p.
http://billybobthornton.net
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://joesbar.com/event.php
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* Duke's Gothic Hideaway. 21+ Free 10p-2a.
DJs Peter Propaganda, Q-bot, Goth Paul spinning Goth and Industrial in Rogers Park.
http://www.gothicartchicago.com
Dukes Hideaway, 773/764-2826, 6920 N Glenwood Ave.
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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 2008.08.30:    ^
Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2008.10.26 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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Labor Day Weekend Celebration. -Monday Yearly. All ages. Mostly free. Fr/Sa -midnt, Su/Mo -10p. 10a.
Close of summer fest includes extra entertainment, extra bands at beer stage, and extra fireworks show Sunday at 9:30p.
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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Stopping Lessons by Chicago Skate Patrol. Saturdays 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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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.
08.30: Doug "The Christian" Responds to the Atheists.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Monstrosity: An Exhibition of Rarities. 21+ Free w/ RSVP. 9p-?a.
A freak show of sorts "all night festival of naughty behavior, music, beautiful fashions, models, and newly legal insanity." w/ Chyna's Living Dead Girls.
http://www.myspace.com/chyna
Spot6, 773/388-0185, 3343 N Clark. Two blocks north of Belmont.
http://www.spot6.com
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V103 Hot Mix 5. 21+ $50+ Doors 7:30p. 9p.
DJs Farley "jackmaster" Funk, Kenny "jammin" Jason, Mickey "mixin" Oliver, Scott "smokin" Silz, &guests.
http://v103.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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"Twisted" Saturdays 21+ $0 -11p, $5 -1a, $7+ 9:30p-5a.
"Meet and mingle with a truly diverse crowd. Dress up or dress down... this is the place to be what you want to be!"
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We 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 2008.08.31:    ^
The Best Church of God. Sundays All ages. Donations. 10:30a.
"Weekly comedic service satirizing the hypocrisy, absurdity, and immorality of the Christian Right Wing. Brand new ceremony weekly complete with literal interpretations of Old and New Testaments, exciting new hymns, riveting sermons, speaking in tongues, healings, and occasional animal sacrifice as prescribed in The Bible. Wash your dirty souls in the pristine waters of Chicago's only true assembly of God and His unerring Word. Come early to get a front-row pew, your own hymnal, loaner Bible, and a hot cup of coffee from our Concessional."
http://bestchurchofgod.org
Donny's Skybox, 312/337-3992, 1616 N Wells. Second City, Piper's Alley, 4th floor.
http://www.secondcity.com
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Miss Continental Pageant. -Monday Yearly. 21+ $65-75+ 7p.
A major Vegas style transgendered / female impersonators event.
312/527-9338 http://TheBatonShowLounge.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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* Neo Anniversary party (since 1979). Yearly. 21+ $? 8p-4a.
Legendary annual bash. Dress for photos. Probably spinning dark-wave and 80s. DJs Jeff Moyer, Ryan Bedlam, Razer X, Kamar, QBot.
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. No free parking.
http://neo-chicago.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.myspace.com/3121chicago
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Weekly Coffeehouse (since 1999). Sundays All ages. Donation 8-?p.
Open mic, poets, musicians, interesting alternative community art and photos always on display. May include coffee, tea, soda, snax, raffle.
08.31: "Out Of The Box" festish event.
The Burkhart Underground, 773/348-8536, 1228 N Noble St. Rear Coach House.
http://burkhartstudios.com
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Jerry Lewis MDA telethon (since 1966). -Monday Yearly. 21.5hrs 10p.
Absolutely stuffed with major comedy and music stars. Web-simul-cast.
http://www.mdausa.org/telethon
WGN. http://www.wgntv.com
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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, Tim and Eric's Awesome Show Great Job, Metalocalypse, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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NAS & Talib Kweli. $40+ Two shows: all ages 6p, 17+ 11p.
http://stillmatic.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Monday 2008.09.01:    ^
Labor Day. 1st Monday in September Yearly.
Honors working people and celebrates their history and accomplishments. Essentially identical to the European May Day celebrated on May 1st. First observed in NYC on 1882.09.05 by the Knights of Labor.
http://www.dol.gov/dol/opa/public/aboutdol/laborday.htm
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Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ 9p-4a.
Long running weekly w/ DJs Michael Serafini, Diz, Just Joey, Uncle Milty; Hosts JoJo, Sal-E, Reggie, Christopher Banks, Danielle, Dr. Cho; 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, free parking, more.
09.01: DJs Johnny Fiasco, Mike Dunn.
http://www.boomboomroomchicago.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.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 brilliant "Colbert Report" show.
Struggling along without writers.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2008.09.02:    ^
Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.
Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
8p Sex in the City, 10:30p Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
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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Chicago Public Schools open. Yearly. 8a.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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* Art Thing. Creative conversation around contemporary art. Free 4-5p.
Free opportunity to learn about contemporary art in an informal setting. Complimentary wine and cheese. This month hear from curator Karen Irvine and a panel of faculty members whose works are exhibited in Glow, a current exhibition.
Hyde Park Art Center, 773/324-5520, 5020 S. Cornell.
http://www.hydeparkart.org
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N*E*R*D. 18+ $4.55 8p.
Converse presents w/ Bad Brains.
http://n-e-r-d.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Wednesday 2008.09.03:    ^
"Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $0-7 7p-2a.
09.03: "kickitoldskool" DJs Dara, Phil Free Art, Dr. Groo.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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Tributosaurus. Monthly. 21+ $15 7:30p.
"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
09.03: Becomes Hall & Oates.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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* Magic Chicago (since 2004). 1st Wednesdays All ages. $20 7:30p.
Monthly showcase of skilled local magicians.
09.03: Ben Whiting, Jeff Bibik, Vanishing Vinny. Ben combines illusions with compelling stories that connect emotionally with his audience. Jeff has done hilarious and fascinating hypnosis shows. Young Vinny offers a unique blend of sleight of hand, comedy, whimsical rhyme, and pulling hats out of rabbits.
773/334-4192 http://magicchicagoshow.com
City Lit Theater, 773/293-3682, 1020 W Bryn Mawr. located in the historic Edgewater Presbyterian Church.
http://www.citylit.org
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 10p-?a.
"Eclectic mix of people who groove on laid-back vibes."
http://www.myspace.com/inoneear
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2008.09.04:    ^
24/8 Book Club "Authorbration" All ages. Free 7-9p.
24/8 presents a night out bringing authors and their books to interesting spaces in and around Chicagoland. Featuring authors Libby Fischer Hellman, Kim Strickland, Renee Rosen. Different genres, each interesting, come hear 24/8 hosts dish with them. Bring friends for food stuffs by Chef Joe, beverages and a cash bar. "At 24/8 everyone is a member and there is never any cooking or cleaning or advanced reading."
http://www.248bookclub.com/press/press.asp
SoTish Gallery, 708/588-1115, 23 S. La Grange Road, La Grange. 1 block South of the Metra train stop.
http://www.sotish.com
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"Die Maschine" Thursdays 21+ Free 9p-2a.
DJs Noir, Easy E, Sprite, others spin agro, noise, ebm in back; Momma Kitty VJs 80-90s up front.
http://demonsanddarlings.com
Spin Nightclub, 773/327-7711, 800 W Belmont.
http://www.spin-nightclub.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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"JungleFly" drum and bass. Monthly. 21+ Free 10p-?a.
09.04: DJs The Ghost, Cringer, Zew, Nameloc, ...
http://www.bassbythepound.com/feedback-nu/
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.smartbarchicago.com
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Atomic. Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.
DJs QBot + Kamar and special guest DJs spin 80s, New Wave, more.
http://www.djkamar.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. Mo-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p.
With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-6630, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/culturalcenter/
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-10, Free Tu 10a-8p, Mo closed, We-Su 10a-5p.
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-5p, 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. $0-9, Free Th 5-8p. Su-We+Fr -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. $6-12. Last entry 4p, closed xmas. 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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2008.08.29