Bedno.com
2010.10.29 (week 696)

Don't fear the reaper.
RECOMMENDED:
..-Sa: Scream Scene Haunted House Skokie (Fr/Sa).
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier.
..-Su: "Chicagoween" at Daley Plaza.
..-Su: Fright Fest at Great America (Fr/Sa/Su).
..-Su: Pumpkin Farms at Many locations.
..-Su: World's Best Costume Shop at Fantasy HQ.
..-Su: Carnival of Curiosities at Navy Pier.
Su: Ghosts Of Graceland Cemetery walking tour (Su).
..-Su: Trails of Terror at Peterson Park.
..-Su: Dream Reapers Haunted House in Melrose Park.
..-Mo: "The Fear" at Navy Pier (We-Su).
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
..-Su: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
..-Fr: "More Than Clouds in the Sky" at Storefront.
..-Fr: Art Loop Open at Various Loop Venues.
Ongoing: Chicago Humanities Fest downtown.
..-Su: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Ongoing: Dance Chicago at Multiple venues.
..-Su: LEGO KidsFest at McCormick Place.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Elektro Dance Halloween at Congress Theatre.
Fr: R & B Explosion at Arie Crown Theater.
Fr: Shakira at Allstate Arena.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Queensryche Cabaret at House of Blues.
Fr: Broadzilla at Exit.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Sa: Rally to Restore Sanity on COM.
Sa: "Freaky Deaky 2" at Congress Theatre.
Sa: Bob Dylan at Riviera Theatre.
Sa: Golan/Atomic Party at Golan Productions.
Sa: The Dandy Warhols at Vic Theatre.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Antiserum at Kinetic Playground.
Sa: Bassnectar at Aragon Ballroom.
Sa: Stars Halloween Bash at Double Door.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Executioners Ball at Vision Nightclub.
Sa: NOCTURNA HALLOWEEN PARTY at Metro.
Sa: Rocky Horror Picture Show at Music Box Theatre.
Su: Halloween - BoooOOOoooOOOoooOOOooo!
Su: Trick or Treat Trot 5K run/walk at Montrose Harbor.
Su: Spooky Skate Rave at Daley Plaza.
Su: North Halsted Halloween Parade at Boystown.
Su: Misfits at Vic Theatre.
Su: Carnal at Neo.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: All Saints Day.
Mo: World Vegan Day.
Mo: Ulele! at Martyrs'.
Mo: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: All Souls Day.
Tu: Midterm elections at Polling Places Everywhere.
Tu: The Most Interesting Show in the World at House of Blues.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: Magic Chicago at City Lit Theater.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Tributosaurus at Martyrs'.
Th: National Men Make Dinner Day.
Th: Ringling Bros, B&B Circus at Allstate.
Th: Bonobo and Thunderball at Metro.
Th: Big C Jamboree at Martyrs'.
Th: "Atomic New Wave Dance Party" at Neo.

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Monsters, Saw 3D, Welcome to the Rileys, Waste Land, Aftershock, Jackass 3D, The Social Network, 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:    ^
Scream Scene Haunted House. Spooktacular! Fr/Sa -2010.10.30 Yearly. Not for ages under 10. $8 7-10p.
Over 20 unique rooms. Not for the faint of heart.
http://www.screamscene.com
Skokie Park District, 847/674-1500 x0, 4701 Oakton, Skokie. At Water Playground.
http://www.skokieparkdistrict.org
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FIREWORKS!!! Saturdays in October 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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Carnival of Curiosities. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Mostly free. Sa -9p, Su 12-6p.
"Traveling sideshow transforms Pier Park into a spectacle of mind-blowing feats and living human wonders."
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://navypier.com
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Ghosts Of Graceland Family Walking Tour. Stroll the big name graves. Sundays in October Yearly. All ages. $5-10 2hr 2p.
VERY qualified tour guides, lots of interesting history.
http://www.architecture.org
Graceland Cemetery, 312/922-3432, 4000 N Clark.
http://www.graveyards.com
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Trails of Terror. Over a half mile of haunted scenes. -2010.10.31 Yearly. Ages 12+ $10 22-24,29-31 6:30-9:30p.
Wind your way through spine-tingling terror. Not recommended for the very young. Editor recommends, spacious, easy parking, well managed, adequate production, original ideas.
Peterson Park, 312/742-7584, 5801 N Pulaski. Near North Park Village Nature Center, north of Bryn Mawr.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.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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"The Fear" -2010.11.01 Yearly. Teens+ $5-12 Fr-Su 6-11p.
Evil pirate ship theme with a cargo of feared creatures. Also trick-or-treating, bounty maps, and entertainment Pier-wide.
http://thefearhauntedhouse.com
Navy Pier, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand.
http://navypier.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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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:    ^
MORE EVENTS:
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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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Art Loop Open. -2010.10.29 All ages. Free.
Transforms ten downtown venues into interactive public art exhibits. Voters choose $$ winners from over 750 juried selections.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/146360425408274
Various Loop Venues, Downtown.
http://artloopopen.com
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Chicago Humanities Fest (since 1990). -2010.11.14 Yearly. Various times.
Hundreds of speakers on a theme of universal interest at dozens of venues.
http://www.chicagohumanities.org
Various downtown 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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Dance Chicago (since 1995). -2010.11.21 Yearly. All ages. $25+ Various times.
100s of performers, 100s of works.
http://dancechicago.com
Multiple venues.
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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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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 2010.10.29:    ^
LEGO KidsFest. -Sunday All ages. $? 9a-8p.
http://www.legokidsfest.com/Chicago/events.html
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://mccormickplace.com/calendar.html
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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.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop.
http://chicagocriticalmass.org
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Elektro Dance Halloween. 17+ Ladies free, else $20. 8p.
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://congresschicago.com
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R & B Explosion. Ages? $40-65 8p.
Featuring Morris Day and The Time, The S.O.S Band, Con Funk Shun.
http://morris-day.com
Arie Crown Theater, 312/791-6516, 2301 S Lake Shore. in McCormick Place.
http://www.ariecrown.com
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Shakira. All ages. $10-150 8p.
http://shakira.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.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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Queensryche Cabaret. 17+ $37+ Doors 7:30p. 9p.
http://queensryche.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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 2010.10.30:    ^
Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-45 4hr 10a.
10.30 Albany Park.
10.30 Beautiful Beverly.
11.06 Jefferson Park, Portage Park & Six Corners.
11.13 Polish Chicago.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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Rally to Restore Sanity. 11a-2p.
Brilliant awards winning Stewart / Colbert host a gathering on the National Mall in DC to "take it down a notch for America."
SATELLITE RALLY IN GRANT PARK!
http://rallytorestoresanity.com
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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"Freaky Deaky 2" 17+ $35+ 7:30p.
"Chromeo & Atrak", DJs, makeup, fun.
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://congresschicago.com
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Bob Dylan. Ages? $60+ 7:30p.
http://bobdylan.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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Golan/Atomic Party (since 1986). "Grave-atar" Yearly. 21+ $75-150 8p-3a.
Noteworthy Halloween shindig, includes open bar, un-dead music, dancing, hors d'oeuvres, prizes.
http://www.atomicimaging.com
Golan Productions, 312/649-1800, 1501 N Magnolia. West bank of Chicago River.
http://www.golan.tv
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The Dandy Warhols. 18+ $24+ 8p.
http://thedandywarhols.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.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
10.30: Organization for advancing the progressive agenda.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Antiserum. 21+? $10-15 9p.
"Nameloc Wsk vs. Car Thief / Brandon S" dubstep.
http://soundcloud.com/antiserum
Kinetic Playground, 773-769-LIVE, 1113 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.thekineticplayground.com
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Bassnectar. 18+ $? 9p.
W/ DJ Spooky, Emancipator.
http://bassnectar.net
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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Stars Halloween Bash (since 1997). Local bands appear costumed as other famous bands. Yearly. 21+ $12-20+ Doors 8p. 9p.
The Last Vegas as Aerosmith, The Midnight Shows as Duran Duran, Blackbox as Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Husker Dudes as Husker Du, The Sweeps as The Cars.
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com
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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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Executioners Ball (since 2002). Yearly. 21+ $? 10p.
$$$ costume contests, huge venue.
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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** NOCTURNA HALLOWEEN PARTY (since 1989). Hosted by Scary Lady Sarah, Yearly. 18+ $15+ 11:30p-5a.
THE SINGLE BEST Halloween party in Chicago for the goth/industrial/ethereal community. Includes costume contest with prizes, CD giveaways, frightening film features, treats and more. "For people who live everyday like it's Halloween"
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Rocky Horror Picture Show. 18+ $10+ 11:30p.
Large experienced cast entertains along with the movie.
http://midnightmadness.org
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Sunday 2010.10.31:    ^
* Halloween - BoooOOOoooOOOoooOOOooo! Yearly.
Perfect wedding night or birthday.
http://www.halloween.com
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Trick or Treat Trot 5K run/walk (since 1988). Adult and kids runs. Yearly. $20-25 9a.
Popular Halloween athletic event, includes costume contest.
http://caprievents.com/trick
Montrose Harbor.
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Spooky Skate Rave (since 1999). Yearly. All ages. Free. 2p.
Intermediate and advanced bladers come out for this large group rolling tour of famous haunted local spots. Costume required, also bring a bag of candy to give out on Michigan avenue. A blast every year! Chicago Skate Patrol sanctioned, protective gear (esp. helmet) strongly requested.
http://www.road-raves.org
Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. At Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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North Halsted Halloween Parade (since 1997). Yearly. All ages. Free 4p reg. Step off 6p.
Presented by Triangle Neighbors Association and Northalsted Area Merchants Association, this iconic annual parade is the city's most outrageous and imaginative Halloween celebrations. Thousands watch, dozens perform. Big costume prizes.
http://chicagoevents.com
Boystown, Halsted at Belmont. Marches North to Cornelia, then back to Roscoe.
http://lakeviewcitizens.org/halloween.asp
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Misfits. All ages. $22+ 7:30p.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Carnal. Monthly. 21+ $? 10p-4a.
Sexy electro, short skirts, cheap booze.
http://tinyurl.com/stereokillerfb
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton.
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 2010.11.01:    ^
All Saints Day. Yearly.
Christian holiday honors all known and unknown saints, observed with a feast. Observed as "Day of the Dead" (El Dia de los Muertos) in Mexico.
http://christianity.about.com
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* World Vegan Day (since 1944). Yearly.
http://www.worldveganday.org
http://www.go-veggie.org
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Ulele! 21+ $12 7p.
W/ Suzy Brack & the New Jack Lords, Ellen Rosner & the Bubbly Creek All Stars, Ripley Caine , Jeff Altergott, Persephonic, Al Rose, Jade Maze.
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 2010.11.02:    ^
All Souls Day. Yearly.
Christian holiday set aside for paying respect to the dead.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Souls'_Day
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* Midterm elections. 18+ Free 6a-7p.
"Hate vs. Hope"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_midterm_election
Polling Places Everywhere.
http://progressillinois.com
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* The Most Interesting Show in the World. 21+ Free w/ RSVP. 8p-2a.
Dos Equis presents "exotic acts cast from the most notorious parties and celebrations from around the world... Join Andrew W.K. with the likes of Hungarian escape artist, The Great Merlini, Cherie Lily, the incredible Ice Sisters and other indescribable acts of extreme entertainment!"
http://showclix.com/event/EveryOnelsFamous
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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 2010.11.03:    ^
Magic Chicago (since 2004). 1st Wednesdays All ages. $20 7:30p.
Monthly showcase of skilled local magicians hosted by Benjamin Barnes and Robert Charles.
11.03: Mike Powers, Maria Schweiter, Brandon Baggett.
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."
11.03: Becomes "Black Sabbath"
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Thursday 2010.11.04:    ^
National Men Make Dinner Day. 1st Thursday in November Yearly.
"One guaranteed meal cooked by the man of the house one day of the year."
http://www.menmakedinnerday.com
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* Ringling Bros, Barnum & Bailey Circus (since 1871!). Yearly. All ages. $11-50 Various times.
"Funundrum" All-New Blue Tour.
http://www.ringling.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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Bonobo and Thunderball. 18+ $22 9p.
http://bonobomusic.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.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://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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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, 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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Notes:    ^
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2010.10.29