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2010.06.25 (week 678)

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Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Grant Park Music Festival.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Th: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
..-Sa: MOB Fest.
..-Th: Beyond Audubon at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: Fuerza Bruta: Look Up at Auditorium.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
..-Su: Strawberry Fest at Historic Long Grove.
Ongoing: Taste Of Chicago at Grant Park.
..-Sa: Cans Outdoor Music Fest at Cans Bar & Canteen.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Broadzilla at Exit.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Cardboard Cup Regatta at Main Beach Park.
Sa: Full "Strawberry" Moon.
Sa: Tour de Fat at Palmer Square.
Sa-Su: Fountain Square Art Festival at Evanston Business District.
Sa: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Sa-Su: Japan Festival at Forest View Education Center.
Sa-Su: Chicago Summerfest at Lincoln Park.
Sa: Dyke March at Shore Bank Parking Lot.
Sa: Public Enemy at Congress Theatre.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: "Band From TV" at Vic Theatre.
Sa: "Summer Soulstice" drum&bass at Cafe Lura.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Sa: Belmont Burlesque Revue at The Playground.
Su: Gay Pride Parade and Festival at Boystown.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: Dark Star Orchestra at Park West.
Su: "Salon de Vine" at Joie de Vine.
Su: Carnal at Neo.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: Full Moon Fire Jam near lake south of Foster.
Mo: Booty Movement Coalition at Martyrs'.
Mo: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: 311 and The Offspring at Charter One Pavilion.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: "Circus Salon" at Galaxy Club.
We: Cyndi Lauper at House of Blues.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
Th: American Music Festival at Fitzgerald's.
Th: Naperville Rib Fest at Knoch Park.
Th: Big C Jamboree at Martyrs'.
Th: Dubstep night at SmartBar.
Th: Subfix Massive at Metro.
Th: "Atomic New Wave Dance Party" at Neo.

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Now playing.: Toy Story 3, A-Team, Karate Kid, MacGruber, Shrek Forever After, MICMACS, Sex and the City 2, Babies, Iron Man 2, The Losers, Kick Ass, Repo Men, Alice in Wonderland, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
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Summer Vacation. -2010.08.03 Yearly.: http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
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Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2010.08.21 Yearly. All ages. Free Various We/Fr/Sa 6:30p.: World-class orchestra, chorus and conductors, and an outstanding roster of local and international guest artists perform classical.
312/742-7638 http://grantparkmusicfestival.com
Grant Park, Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. Train, bus or cab.
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2010.08.29 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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Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2010.09.30 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.
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Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2010.10.31 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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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.: Jun.24 All-Chopin Piano: Complete Preludes
Jun.25 The Moody Blues
Jun.26 Ralph's World (Kids Concert)
Jun.26 Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club Featuring Omara Portuondo (Dance Floor On The Lawn)
Jun.27 Bobby Mcferrin
Jun.28 Chicago Symphony Orchestra Opening
Jun.29 Juilliard String Quartet
Jun.30 CSO.
Jul.1 The Levon Helm Band/John Hiatt & The Combo.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.: Tu: Lincoln Square, Federal Plaza; Th: Daley Plaza, Hyde Park; Sa: Austin, Lincoln Park, Near North; Su: WickerPark;
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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MOB Fest (since 1997). -Saturday Yearly. $20+.: A scouted networking opportunity, bands demo at various venues.
http://chicagomobfest.com
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Beyond Audubon. -2010.07.01 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.: Breadth of works inspired by birds.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org/calexhibits.html
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Fuerza Bruta: Look Up. -2010.07.25 All ages. $75+ Various times.: "A non-stop collision of dynamic music, visceral emotion, and kinetic aerial imagery. Featuring mind-blowing visual effects that must be seen to be believed."
http://broadwayinchicago.com/fuerza.html
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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* Cirque Shanghai. -2010.09.06 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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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.: Pickup Reader and NewCity and TimeOut magazines.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Under The Picasso. All ages. Free 12p.: Interesting free performances almost every week day at noon. Go to the spectacular Thompson Center nearby (100 W Randolph) for more good art.
http://tinyurl.com/underthepicasso
Daley Plaza, 312/346-3278, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
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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 2010.06.25: ^

Strawberry Fest. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 10a-6p.: Strawberry foods, drinks and treats everywhere. Entertainment on two stages. 80 shops, galleries, restaurants. Well managed popular family event in a lovely town.
http://www.starevents.com
Historic Long Grove, 847/634-0888, Route 83 and Old Route 53, Long Grove. North Suburban.
http://www.longgroveonline.com
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Taste Of Chicago (since 1981). Beer, meat, people, major bands. -2010.07.04 Yearly. All ages. Free entry. 11a-9p.: Around 70 quality restaurants represented. Bring money and sun screen. Variety of special attractions including flume ride, kid fun, Fox stars, high diving, much more. Good bands at several stages all day.
http://www.tasteofchicago.us
Grant Park, 312/744-3370, Columbus and Balbo. Easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
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Cans Outdoor Music Fest (since 2003). -Saturday Yearly. All ages. $5 donation Fr 4, Sa 2p.: 2010: Wang Chung, Too White Crew, and Coolio!
Cans Bar & Canteen, 773/227-2277, 1640 N. Damen. 1 block north of North/Milwaukee.
http://www.cansbar.com
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* 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.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/massup
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 7:30-9p.: 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.
800/979-3370 http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays 18+ $14 8p.: Based on audience suggestion The Co creates a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style with ALL the typical elements.
http://improvisedshakespeare.com
IO Theatre, 773/880-0199, 3541 N. Clark.
http://chicago.ioimprov.com/io/shows/14
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Broadzilla. The Burlesque Beast. Last Fridays 21+ Free 10p-2a.: Vaudezilla presents two different sets at 10:30p+1a.
http://vaudezilla.com/broadzilla.htm
Exit, 312/395-2700, 1315 W North.
http://www.exitchicago.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.: Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
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 2010.06.26: ^

Cardboard Cup Regatta (since 1985). Yearly. Race: 9a-noon.: Over 100 entrants build boats of cardboard and compete for a variety of awards on 200 yard course.
http://cardboardcup.com
Main Beach Park, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake.
http://www.crystallakeparks.org
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Full "Strawberry" Moon. Always adds an interesting twist. 6:30a.: Sun 5:17-20:30 / Moon 20:52-5:16.
http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/MoonPhase.html
http://www.almanac.com
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* Tour de Fat. Parade, party, and performance event promoting bicycles. Yearly. 9a-4p.: 9a- Registration, 10a Bike Parade, 11a- hunker down, tap the kegs and let the revivalation begin. Includes bands, play, goofy bikes, contests, car banishment ceremonies, etc. Costume and decorated bikes encouraged. Sponsored by Fat Tire beer, benefits local community.
http://www.tour-de-fat.com
Palmer Square, 2200 N Kedzie Blvd. W from California or S from Logan Sq Blue Line stops.
http://www.westtownbikes.org
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* Fountain Square Art Festival (since 1980). Lots of quality art, food and bands. -Sunday Yearly. 10a-10p.: About 300 artists, strictly juried.
http://www.evchamber.com
Evanston Business District, 1100 W Main, Evanston. Purple line Main stop.
http://www.cityofevanston.org
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-45 4hr 10a.: Fr 06.25 Art Around Town.
Sa 06.26 South Chicago.
Sa 06.26 The White City.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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Japan Festival. Drums, dances, martial arts, food. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-5p.: Attractions include demonstrations: Taiko Drums, Koto, Shakuhachi, Shinobue, Okinawa Taiko and Dances, Choirs, Japanese Classical Dances, Minyo Dances, Aikido, Judo, Kendo, Karate, etc.
847/593-1633 http://japanfest-chicago.org
Forest View Education Center, 2121 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights.
http://www.northpark.edu
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Chicago Summerfest (since 1975). -Sunday Yearly. $5 Su -9p Sa 12-10p.: "A day spent in one of the world's most beautiful lakeshore parks with first-class music as entertainment ... top-name national rock, folk and blues musical acts". Also features top restaurants and beer.
773/665-4682 http://starevents.com
Lincoln Park, 2200 N. Clark.
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* Dyke March. Yearly. All ages. Free 2:30-5p.: chant lists, march details, pictures. March to Jackson Park (63rd & Hayes) for live music, performances, DJs. "We move to create visibility, to honor our histories and identities, to disrupt oppression and dominance, to challenge silence and fear, because we are everywhere"
http://chicagodykemarch.wordpress.com
Shore Bank Parking Lot, 7054 S Jeffery Blvd.
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Public Enemy. 8p.: http://publicenemy.com
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://congresschicago.com
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College of Complexes (since 1951). "The Playground for People Who Think" Saturdays All ages. $3? +food/drink purchase 2.5hrs 8-11p.: Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers and good American food and bar.
alues and history
06.26: The Cook County Board and Government - Candidate Jennifer Bishop Jenkins.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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"Band From TV" $45-75 8:30p.: "Your favorite television stars perform your favorite songs" benefiting the Epilepsy Foundation. Greg Grunberg, Adrian Pasdar, Hugh Laurie, Jesse Spencer, James Denton, Bob Guiney, Scott Grimes, more.
http://bandfromtv.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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"Summer Soulstice" drum&bass. 21+ $5-10 9p-3a.: Place 42, Alfonz De La Mota, Midway, Grandmarquee, Code Blue, ...
http://www.greenroomdnb.com/
Cafe Lura, 773/736-3033, 3184 N Milwaukee.
http://yelp.com/biz/cafe-lura-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 -2010.08.28 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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Belmont Burlesque Revue. 4th Saturdays 21+ $10 12a.: The Bombshells bring their own unique blend of old school burlesque, featuring acts ranging from bawdy comedy to classy striptease to mystifying magic.
http://belmontburlesque.com
The Playground, 312/871-3793, 3209 N Halsted.
http://www.the-playground.com
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Sunday 2010.06.27: ^

* Gay Pride Parade and Festival (since 1970). One of the nations largest. Last Sunday in June Yearly. All ages. Free 12p.: Hundreds of floats, thousands of flamboyantly happy people. Special events at all area bars and restaurants, major after-parties. Starting point may backup South on Halsted to Fullerton. Wear sun screen.
773/348-8243 http://www.chicagopridecalendar.org
Boystown, Belmont and Halsted. North on Halsted to Broadway, South on Broadway to Diversey, East on Diversey to Canon Drive at Lincoln Park.
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Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 2:30-?p.: Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://chicagohardcourt.com
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Dark Star Orchestra. 18+ $25 7:30p.: Premier Grateful Dead homage.
http://darkstarorchestra.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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"Salon de Vine" Sundays 21+ Free 8+9:30p.: Girlie-Q presents "Premier Queer Burlesque and Variety Performances" in "Chicago's Most intimate". Fine wines and handcrafted cocktails.
http://girlieq.net/upcoming-shows/
Joie de Vine, 773/989-6846, 1744 W. Balmoral.
http://joiedevine.com
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Carnal. 21+ $? 10p-4a.: Sexy electro, short skirts, cheap booze.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/116380968393231
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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"Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.: Extraordinary block of popular and leading-edge absurdist cartoonage.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2010.06.28: ^

* Full Moon Fire Jam. Monthly. All ages. Free 8:30-10:15p.: Gathering for fire spinners, fire jugglers, hoopers, breathers, etc. Practice, networking, and outstanding performances, with drum circle backing. Many hundreds of spectators attend.
06.28: Monday 8:30p (sunset 20:30, moonrise 20:28).
http://pyrotechniq.org
4960 N Simonds Dr Betwix Foster and Lawrence in grass near lake.
http://bedno.com/fullmoons
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Booty Movement Coalition. Last Mondays 21+ $8 9p.: Mix of top local musician doing big band improv phat funk.
http://www.myspace.com/bmcchicago
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ $? 10p-4a.: Long running weekly w/ smart local DJs. 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, free parking, more.
http://boomboomroomchicago.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.com
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Rehab. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-2a.: "America's Best Party" according to frisky young Wickers.
http://facebook.com/rehabdanceparty
Debonair Social Club, 773/227-7990, 1575 N Milwaukee. At North and Damen.
http://debonairsocialclub.com
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Stewart / Colbert. Mo/Tu/We/Th Reruns several times a day. 10-11p.: Brilliant awards winning "news" shows.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2010.06.29: ^

311 and The Offspring. All ages. $45 6:30p.: http://311.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://www.charteronepavilion.com
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Chicago Underground Comedy. Tuesdays 21+ $5 Doors 9p.: "The Hippest, Hottest Stand-Up Showcase to Emerge in Years" +good menu & booze.
http://www.chicagoundergroundcomedy.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://www.beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2010.06.30: ^

"Circus Salon" 21+ $5 7:30p.: "BigTop JoJo and company open the doors for a foretaste of what is to become legend... magic and music, dancers and dreamscapes, comedy and curiosities."
http://bigtopjojo.com
Galaxy Club, 773/267-6010, 2603 W. Barry, Des Plaines.
http://galaxiechicago.com
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Cyndi Lauper. 17+ $37-43 8:30p.: W/ David Rhodes.
http://cyndilauper.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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 2010.07.01: ^

American Music Festival (since 1981). -Sunday Yearly. Ages? $30+ Th+Fr 4:30p, Sa+Su 12-?p.: See website for massive schedule of great acts.
Fitzgerald's, 708/788-6670, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. 6blks from Forest Park Blue Line stop at Oak Park Ave.
http://www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com
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Naperville Rib Fest. Yearly. All ages. $0-10 12-10p.: Big fest with over a dozen barbeque vendors (Ribbers) and other treats and merchandise. Also carnival rides, and diverse kids entertainment including dog acts, tumblers, magic and more. "To promote Americanism, enrich community life through leisure activities ... promote a strong family unit and support prevention of child abuse and domestic violence in all forms."
http://ribfest.net
Knoch Park, Martin Ave at S West St, Naperville.
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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://www.bigcjam.com/
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Dubstep night. Thursdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.: SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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Subfix Massive. 18+ $13+ 10p-?a.: All building event with DJs Datsik, Eprom, Phaded, Jeekoos, Nosaj Thing, Leo123, Chris Widman, Nameloc.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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"Atomic New Wave Dance Party" Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.: DJs QBot, Kamar, special guests spin 80s, New Wave, more.
http://atomicnewwave.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton.
http://neo-chicago.com
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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, 78 E Washington. SE of State/Lake train stops.
http://chicagoculturalcenter.org
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-12, 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. $0-18 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. $0-10, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-5p.: Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Natural History done right. All ages. $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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2010.06.25