Bedno.com - 2012.09.14 (wk794)

2012.09.14 (wk794)

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RECOMMENDED:: Movie: "Resident Evil: Retribution" now playing everywhere.
Movie: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
..-Su: American Indian Pow Wow at Busse Woods Forest Preserve.
..-Su: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Occupy Chicago at Federal Reserve Bank.
Ongoing: Celebrating Illinois Women Artists at Woman Made Gallery.
..-Su: Beethoven Fest at National Pastime Theatre.
..-Su: Riot Fest at Multiple venues.
Ongoing: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Fr: Berghoff Oktoberfest at Federal Plaza.
..-Sa: Hideout Block Party at The Hideout.
Fr: North Side Critical Mass at Young Lincoln Statue.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
..-Sa: Tributosaurus at Martyrs'.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Lincoln Fair Burlesque Expo at Lincoln Tap Room.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Kidical Mass at Welles Park Gazebo.
Sa: Bike Tour of Lincoln Park at Wrightwood Park.
Sa: Mexican Independence Day parade at S Columbus Drive from Monroe to Balbo.
Sa-Su: Circus In The Parks at Welles Park.
Sa: Rush at United Center.
Sa: Seether at House of Blues.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Midnight Marauders ride at Billy Goat Tavern.
Sa: Skinprov at Annoyance Theatre and Bar.
Su-Tu: Rosh Hashanah.
Su: Mexican Independence Day.
Su: Stepfamily Day.
Su-Sa: Unmarried and Single Americans Week.
Su: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Su: Vintage Garage.
Su: Open Streets / WickerPark at Milwaukee Ave.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: Purity Ring at Lincoln Hall.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: Citizenship Day.
Mo: David Byrne and pals at Music Box Theatre.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: David Byrne and St. Vincent at Chicago Theatre.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
Tu: The Deep End at Morseland Restaurant.
We: UniverSoul Circus at Washington Park.
We: Talk Like a Pirate Day.
We: Circus Cats at Stage 773.
We-Th: Madonna at United Center.
We: GZA.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Heartbeats at Morseland Restaurant.
Th: Willie Nelson and Family at Chicago Theatre.
Th: "Hot Mess" at Atmosphere.
Th: KODE 9 at SmartBar.

Movie: ^

"Resident Evil: Retribution" now playing.: Milla Jovovich, Sienna Guillory, Michelle Rodriguez, Aryana Engineer, ...
http://facebook.com/ResidentEvilMovie
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2012.10.26 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.: Nice films, neighbors, concessions.
Fr 09.14: Douglas 1401 S. Sacramento Ave. - Chocolat
Fr 09.14: Lincoln 2045 N. Lincoln Park West - Eat, Pray, Love.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies
Various Chicago parks.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoParks.Movies
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Now playing.: Premium Rush, The Expendables 2, The Odd Life of Timothy Green, The Campaign, Bourne Legacy, Total Recall, The Watch, Ruby Sparks, Step Up Revolution, Dark Knight Rises, Amazing Spiderman, Ted, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal: ^

American Indian Pow Wow (since 1954). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $4-8 Fr 10a-1p, Sa 11a-9p, Su 10a-5p.: Dozens of vendors, artists, singers, stories, archery, native dance contest, public welcome, reportedly quite nice.
773/275-5871 http://aic-chicago.org
Busse Woods Forest Preserve, IL Rt 72&53, Elk Grove Village.
http://bussewoods.net
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2012.09.16 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. -2012.09.30 Yearly.: Participate in any of many 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!! Mayor's Office of Special Events, see site or call.
312/744-3315 http://bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2012.10.31 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: ^

* Occupy Chicago.: Local presence of burgeoning nationwide movement for economic justice for the 99%.
http://OccupyChi.org
Federal Reserve Bank, 256 S LaSalle. At Jackson.
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Celebrating Illinois Women Artists. -2012.09.27 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.: Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org/calexhibits.html
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Beethoven Fest. -Sunday $30-350.: http://InternationalBeethovenProject.com
National Pastime Theatre, 773/327-7077, 941 W Lawrence.
http://npt2.com
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Riot Fest. -Sunday Yearly. $$.: Two dozens great rock bands at The Congress Theater and Humboldt Park.
http://riotfest.org
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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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. $20-45 4hr 10a.: Sa 09.15: Avondale & Old Irving, 10a.
Sa 09.15: Hops & Barley: Pubs & Micro-breweries, 11a.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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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 2012.09.14: ^

Berghoff Oktoberfest (since 1987). "The Wurst Party of the Year" Yearly. Free 11a-9p.: Brats, beer, and bands.
312/427-3170 http://theberghoff.com
Federal Plaza, 220 S Dearborn. At Adams.
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Hideout Block Party (since 1997). -Saturday All ages. Sold out. 5-10p.: Bands, beer, kid-friendly arts and crafts, no pets. Some proceeds to local charities.
2012: Redmoon performs daily.
http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/280824522016170
The Hideout, 773/227-4433, 1354 W Wabansia. 2 blocks north of North, 1 block east of Elston.
http://www.hideoutchicago.com
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* North Side Critical Mass. 2nd Fridays All ages. Free. Gather after 6:30p, leaves after 7p.: THE monthly north side gathering of cyclists. Winds a dozen miles-ish, ending with food+drink. Well attended. Bring friends, tunes, bells, costumes, cameras...
http://chicagocriticalmass.org/ns
Young Lincoln Statue, 5949 N Clark. East corner at Thorndale.
http://Bedno.com/bike/nscm
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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://SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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Tributosaurus. -Saturday Monthly. 21+ $20+ 2 nites 8p.: "The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
09.14+15: Becomes The Grateful Dead.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays 18+ $14 10:30p+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://ioimprov.com/chicago/
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Lincoln Fair Burlesque Expo. Monthly. 21+ Free 11+9p.: "Fabulous Vaudezilla Vixens, our trademark swag bags, and more fun than the law should allow!"
http://vaudezilla.com
Lincoln Tap Room, 773/868-0060, 3010 N Lincoln.
http://lincolntaproom.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/Su All ages? $6-11+ Su 7p, Fr+Sa 11:30p.: 30 plays in 60 minutes, lots of improv, very welcoming, sometimes topical.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://www.neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2012.09.15: ^

* Kidical Mass. All ages. Free 10:30a-12:30p.: Slow easy going fun group bike ride for families, children of all ages. "Circling around the park and then heading on a route in the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood area. Adults shepherd the kids on the street, just like the real Critical Mass! Kids can bring their own wheels or ride as passengers. Join us!"
http://thechainlink.org/group/kidicalmass
Welles Park Gazebo, 2333 W Sunnyside Ave.
http://lincolnsquare.org
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Bike Tour of Lincoln Park. All ages. $9 11a-3p.: Touring one of the wealthiest and greenest sections of the city. Lee Diamond leads 15+ miles. Helmets and waivers required.
http://thechainlink.org/events/tour-of-lincoln-square-2012
Wrightwood Park, 773/255-6347, 2534 N Greenview.
http://ChicagoVelo.com
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Mexican Independence Day parade. Yearly. All ages. Free 12-2:15p.: http://www.chicagoparades.us
S Columbus Drive from Monroe to Balbo, 312/744-3370.
http://cityofchicago.org
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* Circus In The Parks. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $0-15 Sa 2+5p, Su 1+4p.: Midnight Circus' world class troupe of clowns, contortionists, acrobats, etc perform just four exciting shows. Also other weeks in other parks.
http://circusintheparks.com
Welles Park, 2333 W Sunnyside. West field near Western. South of Brown line Western stop.
http://friendsofwellesparkplaylot.com
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* Rush. All ages. $50-150+ 7:30p.: Clockwork Angels tour.
http://rush.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com/calendar
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Seether. 17+ $35 8p.: W/ Sick Puppies, Young Guns, and Kyng.
http://seether.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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.
09.15: Bookwallah - organization supplies books for orphanages and poor children around the world.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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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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Midnight Marauders ride. 3rd Saturdays 18+ Leaves after 11:30p-?a.: "Drinking club with a biking problem" Home after dawn.
http://thechainlink.org/group/midnightmarauders
Billy Goat Tavern, 312/222-1525, 430 N Michigan. Lower Hubbard.
http://billygoattavern.com
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Skinprov. Saturdays 18+ $7 12a.: All male clothing reduced comedy.
Annoyance Theatre and Bar, 773/561-4665, 4830 N. Broadway.
http://annoyanceproductions.com
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Sunday 2012.09.16: ^

* Rosh Hashanah. Jewish New Year (5771). -2012.09.18 Yearly. Sunset to sunset.: "Head of the year" in Hebrew, this day commemorates the creation of the world. It is celebrated on Tishri 1 by the Hebrew calendar, which falls in early autumn. Rosh Hashanah begins the penitential season, culminating ten days later on Yom Kippur. The synagogue service includes the blowing of the Shofar (ram's horn), and liturgy stressing the sovereignty of God. It is customary on the first day, to go to a river or pond, and there to recite tashlich, scriptural verses about repentance and forgiveness. Introspect and resolve to do better.
http://chabad.org/holidays
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Mexican Independence Day. Yearly.: Commemorates the call for independence from Spain in 1821.
http://www.mexico.com
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Stepfamily Day (since 1997). Yearly.: http://www.happystepfamilyday.org
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Unmarried and Single Americans (U.S.A.) Week. 3rd Sunday in September -Saturday Yearly.: Formally proclaimed in many cities.
http://nationalsinglesweek.com
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Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sundays -2012.10.28 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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Vintage Garage. 3rd Sundays 9a-4p.: 100 vintage and antique dealers.
847/579-9079 http://vintagegaragechicago.com
5051 N. Broadway Uptown between Foster and Argyle (note: redline stop is closed).
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** Open Streets / WickerPark. All ages. Free 10a-3p.: Seven blocks closed to traffic and open to fun. Provides a fun and safe public space where all ages can participate in a variety of activities including mobile skate park, scavenger hunt, break dancing demos, Yoga classes, dunking booth, more.
http://openstreetsonstatestreet.org
Milwaukee Ave, 312 -782-9160, from Western to Ashland.
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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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Purity Ring. 18+ $15 8p.: http://facebook.com/purityringmusic
Lincoln Hall, 773/525-2501, 2424 N Lincoln. Near Fullerton.
http://lincolnhallchicago.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 2012.09.17: ^

Citizenship Day (since 1952). Yearly.: Day established by Congress to give recognition to people who became American citizens in the preceding year.
http://www.ins.usdoj.gov
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David Byrne and pals. All ages. $20 7p.: W/ Greg Kot and Bettina Richards dicussing Byrne's new book "How Music Works" followed by the movie Stop Making Sense.
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.: "A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
http://facebook.com/PnCdanceparty
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.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://comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2012.09.18: ^

David Byrne and St. Vincent. All ages. $38-78 8p.: An extraordinary collaborative project.
http://lovethisgiant.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.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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The Deep End. Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-2a.: "Explores the deeper side of dance music."
Morseland Restaurant, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
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Wednesday 2012.09.19: ^

UniverSoul Circus (since 1994). African-American owned, operated and staffed. -2012.10.14 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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Talk Like a Pirate Day. Yearly. 10a-1p.: http://talklikeapirate.com
http://bedno.com/drizzle/pirate/webapp.htm
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Circus Cats. Wednesdays -2012.10.10 All ages. $18-20 9:30+7p.: Samantha Martin's amazing performing Acro-Cats ride skateboards, roll barrels, ring bells, walk high wire, play in a band and more!
http://circuscats.com
Stage 773, 773/327-5252, 1225 W. Belmont. near Racine.
http://stage773.com
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Madonna. -Thursday All ages. $45-355 2 nites. 8p.: http://madonna.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com/calendar
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GZA. 18+ $24 9p.: Performing Liquid Swords.
http://facebook.com/theGZA
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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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Heartbeats. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.: Lokua presents electronic, hip hop, downtempo DJs and performers.
http://momentsound.com
Morseland Restaurant, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
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Thursday 2012.09.20: ^

Willie Nelson and Family. All ages. $48-73 8p.: http://willienelson.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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"Hot Mess" Thursdays 21+ $3 booze. 9:45p-?a.: Male dancers and the incredible magic of Tomas.
Atmosphere, 773/784-1100, 5355 N. Clark, Andersonville.
http://atmospherebar.com
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KODE 9. 21+ $5-10 10p.: Dubstep w/ Intel / Maker / Deemaric.
http://facebook.com/Hyperdub.Records
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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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, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://artinstituteofchicago.org
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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. $0-12, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-6p.: Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://chicagochildrensmuseum.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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