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2013.08.09 (wk841)

Fear is the mind-killer.
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "Elysium" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "Planes" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "We're the Millers" now playing everywhere.
Movie: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
Ongoing: Grant Park Music Festival.
Sa: Bristol Renaissance Faire (Sa/Su).
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Th: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
Ongoing: Slippery Slope at Woman Made Gallery.
..-Su: Tall Ships at Navy Pier.
..-Su: Wizard World Comic-Con at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
..-Sa: Comic Strip at Admiral Theater.
..-Sa: MOB Fest at Double Door.
..-Su: "Flashback Weekend" Horror/Sci-Fi Convention at Crowne Plaza O'Hare.
..-Su: Ginza Holiday Japanese Cultural Festival at Midwest Buddhist Temple.
Fr: North Side Critical Mass at Young Lincoln Statue.
Fr: Glamorama at Harris Theater.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Doctor Who Burlesque at Gorilla Tango Theatre.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa-Su: Northalsted Market Days at Boystown.
Sa: Bud Billiken Day Parade at Washington Park.
Sa: Kidical Mass - Logan at Palmer Square.
Sa: Bike Tour of Forest Glen at Indian Road Forest Preserve.
Sa-Su: Retro on Roscoe.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Nocturna at Metro.
Sa: Skinprov at Annoyance Theatre and Bar.
Su: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Su: Great Midwest Train Show at Dupage County Fairgrounds.
Su: Beach Poets at Loyola Beach.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Su: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Su: Carnal at Neo.
Su-Mo: Perseid meteorite shower peak day.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Tu: Open Gov Hack Night at 1871.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: V.J. Day.
We: The Black Crowes at Charter One Pavilion.
We: Terrapin Flyer at Abbey Pub.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Machina at SmartBar.
Th: Assumption day.
Th: Elvis is Alive 5K at Diversey Harbor.
Th: Rap Karaoke at Beauty Bar.
Th: "Unbridled" at Untitled.
Th: Dubstep night at SmartBar.
Movie:    ^
"Elysium" now playing.
Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley, Alice Braga, ...
http://itsbetterupthere.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Planes" now playing.
Disney's successor to Cars.
http://movies.disney.com/planes
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"We're the Millers" now playing.
Jennifer Aniston, Jason Sudeikis, Emma Roberts, Ed Helms, Will Poulter, Emma Roberts, ...
http://werethemillers.warnerbros.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2013.10.26 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.
Nice films, neighbors, concessions.
Fr 08.09: Archer Park (4901 S. Kilbourn Ave.) Hotel Transylvania
Fr 08.09: Mahalia Jackson Park (8407 S. Kerfoot Ave.) Here Comes the Boom
Fr 08.09: Oakdale Park (965 W. 95th St.) Skyfall
Sa 08.10: Gross Park (2708 W. Lawrence Ave.) Big Miracle
Sa 08.10: Humboldt Park: Little Cubs Field (1400 N. Sacramento Ave.) The Final Season
Sa 08.10: Paschen Park (1932 W. Lunt Ave.) Hotel Transylvania
Su 08.11: Nat King Cole Park (361 E. 85th St.) Curators of the Dixon School
Mo 08.12: Cricket Hill (NE Montrose Ave. & Lake Shore Dr.) Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Mo 08.12: LeClaire Courts/Hearst Community Park (5120 W. 44th St.) Sparkle (2012)
Tu 08.13: Fulton River Park (353 N. DesPlaines St.) Skyfall
Tu 08.13: Harold Washington Playlot Park (5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd.) The Hunger Games
Tu 08.13: Trebes Park (2250 N. Clifton Ave.) Hotel Transylvania
We 08.14: Clarendon Park (4501 N. Clarendon Ave.) Jack the Giant Slayer
We 08.14: Harrison Park (1824 S. Wood St.) Latino Film Festival Selection
We 08.14: South Shore Cultural Center (7059 S. South Shore Dr.) A Raisin in the Sun
Th 08.15: McGuane Park (2901 S. Poplar Ave.) Rise of the Guardians
Th 08.15: Sherman Park (1301 W. 52nd St.) Think Like a Man
Th 08.15: Wrightwood Park (2534 N. Greenview Ave.) The Amazing Spider-Man.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies
Various Chicago parks.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoParks.Movies
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Now playing.
The Wolverine, R.I.P.D., Red 2, Grown Ups 2, Pacific Rim, The Hot Flashes, Lone Ranger, Monsters University, World War Z, Man of Steel, This Is the End, The Internship, The Purge, After Earth, Before Midnight, Star Trek Into Darkness, Great Gatsby, Iron Man 3, Pain & Gain, The Big Wedding, Oblivion, 42, To the Wonder, Antiviral, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal:    ^
Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2013.08.17 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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Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2013.09.01 Yearly. All ages. $8-16+ Coupons online. 10a-7p.
Open just nine enchanted weekends, rain or shine. Spend all day. Hundreds of costumed performers (about a dozen stages) including Queen Elizabeth & Court, over 160 unique artisans all within a recreated 16th Century village. Mouth watering foods of all description (several dozen booths) and aroma & fine imported ales. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, classic goth outing, costumes encouraged, sometimes hot.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773, 12550 120th, Kenosha WI. 94 North to Russell Rd (Exit 1), left (W) to Frontage Rd, right to 128 then follow signs.
http://renfair.com/bristol
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Summer Vacation. -2013.09.04 Yearly.
http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2013.09.15 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://cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_summerdance0.html
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. -2013.09.30 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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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2013.10.26 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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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.
Sa 08.10: 7:30p Josh Groban
Su 08.11: 7p Gipsy Kings
Mo 08.12: 8p RSMI 25th Anniversary Celebration $10
Tu 08.13: 8p Emerson String Quartet
We 08.14: 6p Narek Hakhnazaryan/Noreen Polera $10
We 08.14: 8p Vladimir Feltsman: Haydn's Sonata No. 31
Th 08.15: 6p Lincoln Trio Request Night $10
Th 08.15: 7:30p CSO/Lord of the Rings "The Two Towers.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served by Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2013.10.31 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://chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing:    ^
* Cirque Shanghai. -2013.09.02 Yearly. 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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Slippery Slope. -2013.08.22 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.
Visual art addressing sex, labor, language and health.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org/calexhibits.html
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Tall Ships. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $8-15 11a-8p.
Over a dozen magnificent sailing vessels on display. Public tours and cruises.
http://www.navypier.com/tallshipschicago/
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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* Wizard World Comic-Con. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $20-40 10a-6p.
Hundreds of comics and collectibles vendors, special featured guest, popular cartoonists, and famous actors.
http://wizardworld.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/268-2000, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont. Formerly the Rosemont Convention Center.
http://rosemont.com/donald_e_stephens_convention_center.php
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Comic Strip. -Saturday 18+ 8p.
The most geektastic strip tease this side of the Dagobah system.
http://admiralx.com/comicstrip
Admiral Theater, 773/478-8111, 3940 W Lawrence.
http://admiralx.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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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 2013.08.09:    ^
MOB Fest (since 1997). -Saturday Yearly. $20+.
A scouted networking opportunity, bands demo at various venues.
http://chicagomobfest.com
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://doubledoor.com
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"Flashback Weekend" Horror/Sci-Fi Convention. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $15-250.
Too many significant celebrities to list. Dealer's Room & signings, speakers, demos, costume contest, DVD screenings, parties, bands, etc.
http://www.flashbackweekend.com
Crowne Plaza O'Hare, 847/671-6350, 5440 N River Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.chi-ohare.holiday-inn.com
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Ginza Holiday Japanese Cultural Festival (since 1955). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $0-5 Fr 5:30-9p, Sa 11:30a-9:30p, Su 11:30a-6p.
Small, arts, crafts, foods, demos.
http://www.ginzachicago.com/
Midwest Buddhist Temple, 312/943-7801, 435 W Menomonee.
http://www.midwestbuddhisttemple.org
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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...
Latecomers use Bedno.com/bike or text WHERE to bike@bedno.com to find us.
http://chicagocriticalmass.org/ns
Young Lincoln Statue, 5949 N Clark. East corner at Thorndale.
http://Bedno.com/bike/nscm
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Glamorama. Yearly. All ages. $50-1000 8p.
Charity night of fashion and music including performances by Sheryl Crow and Cirque Du Soleil.
http://social.macys.com/glamorama/#/chicago
Harris Theater, 312/334-7777, 205 E Randolph. Millennium Park.
http://harristheaterchicago.org
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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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Doctor Who Burlesque. Fridays 18+ $35 9p.
Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://GorillaTango.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://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://neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2013.08.10:    ^
Northalsted Market Days (since 1982). Big crowded boystown fest. -Sunday Yearly. $? 11a-10p.
Over 400 vendors, 25 entertainers, bands at three stages, food from 55 restaurants, six city blocks, 17 entrances, 250K expected. Minimal clothing. Good blading on closed streets after closing.
Boystown, 773/868-3010, Belmont and Halsted. Runs North to Addison. Easy train access.
http://northalsted.com
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Bud Billiken Day Parade (since 1929). On ABC&WGN, w/ mayor. 2nd Saturday in August Yearly. All ages. Free 2.5hr 10a.
Dozens of floats, marching bands and drill teams. One of the city's largest parades.
http://budbillikenparade.com
Washington Park, King Drive from 39th to 55th.
http://www.chicagoparades.us
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Kidical Mass - Logan. 2nd Saturdays All ages. Free 10:30a-12p.
Slow easy going fun group bike ride for families, children of all ages.
http://Bedno.com/bike/kid
Palmer Square, 3099 W Palmer Blvd. "the bunny park" playground.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoKidicalMass
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Bike Tour of Forest Glen. All ages. $9 11a-3p.
Lee Diamond leads a leisurely dozen mile bike ride introducing the community, history and architecture. Helmets and waivers required.
773/255-6347 http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/251560978315412
Indian Road Forest Preserve, Central ave north of Elston south of Caldwell., Forest Glen.
http://ChicagoVelo.com
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Retro on Roscoe (since 1995). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 (donation) 12-10p.
Antique cars, handmade crafts, retro music, kids activities, plenty of food, chilli cookoff, dozens of bands at three stages.
773/665-4682 http://www.starevents.com
Roscoe from Damen to Hamilton
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College of Complexes (since 1951). "The Playground for People Who Think" Saturdays All ages. $3? +food/drink purchase 2.5hrs 8-11p.
Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers and good American food and bar.
08.10: The Future of Education in Illinois.
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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* Nocturna (since 1988). THE Electro/Goth gathering. Monthly. 18+ $10+ 11p-5a.
DJ Scary Lady Sarah spinning goth, darkwave, dark indie, deathrock, industrial, new wave, electro, ... Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways. A tight but welcoming community of several hundred intriguing individuals.
http://facebook.com/groups/15090361526
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://metrochicago.com/shows
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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 2013.08.11:    ^
Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sundays -2013.10.27 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks. 6a-3p.
500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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Great Midwest Train Show (since 1974). Monthly. All ages. $0-7 9:30a-3p.
Countless parts in every scale and era; scenery, supplies, memorabilia, demos, 100s of vendors. Also other hobbies.
630/290-1962 http://greatmidwesttrainshow.com
Dupage County Fairgrounds, 630/668-6636, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton. At County Farm Road.
http://www.dupagecountyfair.org
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Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2013.08.25 Yearly. All ages. Free 12-2p.
Cathleen Schandelmeier-Bartels hosts varied readings and music.
773/465-5460 http://tinyurl.com/fb-beachpoets
Loyola Beach, 7049 N Sheridan. Greenleaf at the lakefront, near Heartland stand.
http://chicagopoetry.com
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Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 3-?p.
Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://chicagobikepolo.com
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.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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Boom Boom Room. Sundays 21+ $? 10p-?a.
Long running (1991) weekly. Big dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights.
http://facebook.com/BoomBoomRoomChicago
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://facebook.com/thegreendolphinstreet
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Carnal. 2nd/Last Sundays 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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Perseid meteorite shower peak day. -Monday Yearly. 12a.
Look south and up somewhere dark after midnight. Hard to see in the city. Go camping.
http://earthsky.org/tonight
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Monday 2013.08.12:    ^
Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.
"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
08.12: Kings and Queens Royal Banger.
http://soreadytobang.do312.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
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Tuesday 2013.08.13:    ^
Open Gov Hack Night. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6-10p.
"Volunteers create web apps with open data to improve transparency, efficiency, and decision-making for governments and our democracy."
http://opengovhacknight.eventbrite.com
1871, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza. 12th Floor.
http://1871.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://beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2013.08.14:    ^
V.J. Day (since 1945). Yearly.
Victory over Japan day. Commemorates the surrender of Japan, ending World War II in 1945.
http://www.japan.net
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The Black Crowes. All ages. $60-105 6p.
& Tedeschi Trucks Band.
http://theblackcrowes.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://charteronepavilion.com
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Terrapin Flyer. Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p.
Grateful Dead homage.
http://terrapinflyer.net
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://abbeypub.com
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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/groups/5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://heartlandcafe.com
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Machina. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.
Celebrates 80s/90s industrial, new wave, goth music.
08.14: DJ Greg Haus & guests.
http://facebook.com/smartbarchicago/events
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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Thursday 2013.08.15:    ^
Assumption day. Yearly.
Christian holiday commemorating the Virgin Mary's assumption into heaven.
http://christianity.about.com
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Elvis is Alive 5K (since 1997). Yearly. All ages. $20 to run. 6:45p.
Over 2000 people expected, some impersonators, Fluffer-Nutter sandwiches, good post-parties.
Diversey Harbor, 2430 N. Cannon Drive.
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Rap Karaoke. 21+ Free 9p.
http://facebook.com/OriginalRapKaraoke
Beauty Bar, 312/226-8828, 1444 W Chicago Ave.
http://thebeautybar.com/chicago
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"Unbridled" Thursdays 21+ $10 10p-2a.
"Unleash your inhibitions at Unbridled - a fun, funky, freaky evening of titillating variety." DJs with vaudevillian, burlesque and extreme acts throughout the bar.
https://www.facebook.com/UnbridledatUntitled
Untitled, 312/880-1511, 111 W. Kinzie.
http://untitledchicago.com
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Dubstep night. Thursdays 21+ $8-10 10p-4a.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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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, 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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2013.08.09