Bedno.com - 2010.10.01 (week 692)

2010.10.01 (week 692)

Failing to plan is planning to fail.

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Movie: "The Social Network" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier.
Ongoing: "Chicagoween" at Daley Plaza.
Sa: Fright Fest at Great America (Fr/Sa/Su).
Ongoing: Pumpkin Farms at Many locations.
Ongoing: World's Best Costume Shop at Fantasy HQ.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Ongoing: Dream Reapers Haunted House in Melrose Park.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: "More Than Clouds in the Sky" at Storefront.
Ongoing: UniverSoul Circus at Washington Park.
..-Fr: Ricky Gervais at Chicago Theatre.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Fr: The Other Dance Festival at Hamlin Park Fieldhouse.
..-Su: Long Grove Apple Fest at Historic Long Grove.
Fr: First Friday at Museum of Contemporary Art.
Fr: Wicker Park Gallery Night at Flat Iron Arts Building.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
Fr: Skate Rave from Daley Plaza.
..-Sa: The Merchants of Bollywood at Auditorium.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Drum&Bass night at SmartBar.
Fr: Opiuo at Kinetic Playground.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Pandemic at Exit.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: AIDS Run/Walk 5K at Grant Park.
Sa: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Sa-Su: LPZ Harvest Days at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Sa: Primus at Congress Theatre.
Sa: Marc Anthony & Ana Gabriel at Allstate Arena.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Slasher Slumber Party at Beauty Bar.
Sa: Give Peace a Dance at MKP.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: El Circo Cheapo Cabaret at Aloft Aerial Dance.
Su: Hen-apalooza Coop Tour at Google Map.
Su: Allan Holdsworth at Martyrs'.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Su: Madonnarama at Berlin.
Mo: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Mo: "Nekromancy Revolution Zero" at Chester Street Bar.
Tu: BILE Returns at Abbey Pub.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We-Fr: Health Club Industry Convention at McCormick Place.
We-Su: Riot Fest at Multiple venues.
We: X Japan at Riviera Theatre.
We: Magic Chicago at City Lit Theater.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Tributosaurus at Martyrs'.
Movie: International Film Fest at multiple theaters.
Th: Jimmy Eat World at Riviera Theatre.
Th: Macy Gray at Park West.
Th: The B-52's at House of Blues.
Th: Big C Jamboree at Martyrs'.
Th: "Atomic New Wave Dance Party" at Neo.

Movie: ^

"The Social Network" now playing.: The Facebook Movie, w/ Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, ...
http://sonypictures.com/movies/thesocialnetwork
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.: Wall Street 2, You Again, Waiting for Superman, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Easy A, Resident Evil 4, Machete, The American, The Tillman Story , Going the Distance, The Winning Season, Eat Pray Love, Scott Pilgrim, The Expendables, Middle Men, The Other Guys, Cats & Dogs 2, Dinner for Schmucks, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal: ^

FIREWORKS!!! Saturdays in October -2010.10.30 Yearly. All ages. Free 9p.: 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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"Chicagoween" City decorated event for kids of all ages. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free Various times.: Big "Franken Plaza" set, entertainers, ghost stories, fortunes, pumpkin decorating, farmers market, more.
http://chicagoween.us
Daley Plaza, 312/744-3315. Washington and Dearborn.
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Fright Fest (since 1991). Redecorated rides and additional Halloween attractions. Fr/Sa/Su -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $$ Various hours.: Come early, use coupons, strategize your visit for best results.
Great America, 847/249-1776, 5312 Grand Ave, Gurnee.
http://sixflags.com/greatAmerica
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Pumpkin Farms. -2010.10.31 Yearly.: Great fall family fun for all ages.
Many locations.
http://chicagofun.com/home/halloween/pumpkin_farms.html
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World's Best Costume Shop. -2010.10.31 Yearly. Open 24/7 this week.: Incomparably huge and comprehensive. Some staff costumed.
Fantasy Costume Headquarters, 773/777-0222, 4065 N Milwaukee.
http://fantasycostumes.com
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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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Best haunted house in Illinois. Threepeat winner of Haunted Illinois vote. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $15-25, free parking, Su-Th -10p, Fr+Sa 7-11p.: Regularly overhauled, 14Ksqft, wheelchair access, 22 rooms, 40+ animatronics, 40+ performers, and scarey SMELLS!
Dream Reapers Haunted House, 708/344-2084, 1985 N Mannheim, Melrose Park.
http://www.dreamreapers.com
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.: Tu: Lincoln Square, Federal Plaza; We: Andersonville; Th: Daley Plaza, Hyde Park; Sa: Austin, Lincoln Park, Near North; Su: WickerPark;
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing: ^

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"More Than Clouds in the Sky" -2010.10.29 All ages. $5.: Chicago Robotic Theater's entry in the 'Make Believe' contest. Audience activated, fully automated. Vote for your favorite.
http://www.chicagorobotictheater.com
Storefront, 1271 N Milwaukee Ave.
http://makebelieve.wegotitinwpb.com/
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UniverSoul Circus (since 1994). African-American owned, operated and staffed. -2010.10.17 Yearly. All ages. $18-40 Various times.: Ringmasta and at least a dozen acts!
http://www.universoulcircus.com
Washington Park, 5531 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr.
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Ricky Gervais. -Friday $39-50 8p.: http://rickygervais.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.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 2010.10.01: ^

The Other Dance Festival (since 2002). Fr/Th Yearly. $12-35.: Over a dozen small Chicago dance companies showcase their works.
773/880-5402 http://chicagomovingcompany.org/otherfest.html
Hamlin Park Fieldhouse, 312/742-7785, 3035 N Hoyne. Barry at Damen.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Long Grove Apple Fest (since 1993). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 10a-6p.: Cider donuts, caramel apples, apple pies, even apple popcorn and apple martinis! Bands including country, rock and roll, Dixieland, and jazz, more. 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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First Friday. 1st Fridays 21+ $7-15 6-10p.: DJs, music, art, haut snax, specialty drinks, creative types and gold coasters.
10.01: "Supernatural"
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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Wicker Park Gallery Night. 1st Fridays All ages. $5-ish 6-10p.: Evening of Culture w/ open art studios, dining, music and more in WP/Bucktown. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife community.
708/415-6370 http://www.wpbfirstfriday.com
Flat Iron Arts Building, 1579 N Milwaukee. At North Ave, Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.theflatironproject.com
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fr/Sa 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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Skate Rave. 1st Fridays All ages. Free 7:30p.: Intermediate through advanced bladers come join the BIGGEST group skate. Be able to skate some near traffic and do a distance of 12 miles. Sprinkled w/ Chicago Skate Patrol members. Helmet required. Weather permitting. Different themed tour each month.
http://www.road-raves.org
Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn.
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The Merchants of Bollywood. -Saturday All ages. $50-100 8p.: An international dance spectacular from Mumbai.
http://merchantsofbollywood.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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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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Drum&Bass night. 21+ $15 10p-4a.: LTJ Bukem, MC Conrad, Alfonz De La Mota, Kode X, The Ghost.
http://www.myspace.com/therealdannyltjbukem
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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Opiuo. 21+ $10-15 10p.: First US tour, interesting electronica from AU/NZ.
http://opiuo.com
Kinetic Playground, 773-769-LIVE, 1113 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.thekineticplayground.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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Pandemic. 1st Fridays 21+ 10p-4a.: Outbreak of new industrial dancefloor infection with DJ Pathogen.
Exit, 312/395-2700, 1315 W North. Upstairs.
http://www.exitchicago.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 2010.10.02: ^

AIDS Run/Walk 5K (since 1990). Yearly. Register -8:30a. 10a.: Midwest's largest such pledged event, many thousands expected.
312/922-2322 http://aidschicago.org
Grant Park, 312/744-3370, Columbus and Balbo. Easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-45 4hr 10a.: 10.02 Historic Bronzeville.
10.02 South Chicago.
10.09 Chicago's Magnificent Churches.
10.09 Wicker Park & Ukrainian Village.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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LPZ Harvest Days. -Sunday All ages. Free 11a-2p.: Pick a pumpkin to decorate, enjoy arts and crafts, music and activities with the animals.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon. In Farm-in-the-Zoo.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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Primus. All ages. $5-12 7:30p.: "The Oddity Faire"
http://primusville.com
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://congresschicago.com
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Marc Anthony & Ana Gabriel. All ages. $55-125 8p.: http://marcanthonyonline.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.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
10.02: What You Should Know About Obama's Administration.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Slasher Slumber Party. 21+ $0-5 9p-?a.: Pajama dance party full of glitter, sparkles, extravagant makeup, and blood. Monthly "Die Tonight" party. Possible pillow fight, colorful hosts, DJs, Glitterguts photobooth.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/161530480525431
Beauty Bar, 12/226-8828, 1444 W Chicago Ave.
http://thebeautybar.com/chicago
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Give Peace a Dance. 1st Saturdays 18+ $10 9p-1a.: Multiple spaces of fun, in and out, drums, fire, spinning, healers, music and dance until late. No alcohol.
http://www.givepeaceadance.com
MKP, 1900 W Fulton.
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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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El Circo Cheapo. 1st Saturdays $10-ish. 7+10p.: Outstanding local circus artists perform a casual and intimate show. Sells out.
http://elcircocheapo.com
Aloft (Aerial Dance) Loft, 2041 W Carroll #306.
http://aloftaerialdance.com
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Sunday 2010.10.03: ^

Hen-apalooza Coop Tour. All ages. Free 10a-3p.: Self guided tour of 16 near north. Organized by the Chicago Chicken Enthusiasts.
http://groups.google.com/group/chicago-chicken-enthusiasts
Google Map. http://tiny.cc/8630w
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* Allan Holdsworth. 21+ $20-25 8p.: W/ Ernest Tibbs (bass) Chad Wackerman (drums).
http://therealallanholdsworth.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.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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Madonnarama. 1st Sundays 21+ Free 10p-4a.: All Madonna music and videos all night with DJ Riley York. Classics, rare tracks, remixes, etc.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Monday 2010.10.04: ^

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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"Nekromancy Revolution Zero" 19+ $7 Doors 9, show 11p-2a.: Live V1rtual D3scent performance from new album. DJs spin hard-hitting industrial, electro, and EBM club favourites. Noir Dolls eye candy. Cheap shots.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/111626932232507
Chester Street Bar, 217/356-5607, 63 E Chester St, Champaign.
http://chesterstreetbar.com
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Tuesday 2010.10.05: ^

BILE Returns. 21+ $? 8p-3a.: NYC Industrial Hardcore Metal Machine "All new band. All new angst. All new explosion."
W/ The Gothsicles, project .44, Worm, DJ Scary Lady Sarah.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/148692228498770
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://www.abbeypub.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 2010.10.06: ^

Health Club Industry Convention. -Friday Yearly.: Over 200 leading industry suppliers, over 900 booths, over 100 seminars, fitness fashion show, discounts, ...
800/559-0620 http://www.clubindustryshow.com
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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Riot Fest. -Sunday Yearly. $$.: Two dozens great rock bands across Metro, Congress, HoB, DD, more.
http://www.riotfest.org
Multiple venues.
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X Japan. Ages? $30+ 7:30p.: "Japan's Biggest Rock Band - Set To Invade America"
http://xjapanmusic.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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Magic Chicago (since 2004). 1st Wednesdays All ages. $20 7:30p.: Monthly showcase of skilled local magicians hosted by Benjamin Barnes and Robert Charles.
10.06: (and Thurs) The Magic of Maritess.
773/984-3817 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.: "2nd Longest Running Open-Mic In Chicago!"
http://facebook.com/group.php?gid=5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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* Tributosaurus. 1st Wednesdays 21+ $15+ 7+10p.: "The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
10.06: Becomes "They Might Be Giants"
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Thursday 2010.10.07: ^

Chicago International Film Festival (since 1965). $8-11+ Various times.: World-class premiers, best of the best from six continents and 30+ countries. Dozens of special guests and jurors. See website for details.
312/683-0121 http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com
Multiple Theaters.
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Jimmy Eat World. All ages. $25+ 7p.: W/ "We Were Promised Jetpacks"
http://jimmyeatworld.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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Macy Gray. All ages. $35+ 7:30p.: http://macygray.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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The B-52's. 17+ $53 9p.: http://theb52s.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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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"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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2010.10.01