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2016.02.12 (wk970)

It's not complicated.

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: "Where to Invade Next" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "Zoolander 2" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "Deadpool" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "How to Be Single" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Black History Month.
Ongoing: Ice Skating.
..-Su: Dance Chicago at Athenaeum Theatre.
Ongoing: "Abandoned Margins" at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: "Bold Moves" at Auditorium.
Ongoing: Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place.
Ongoing: Rhinoceros Theater Festival at Prop Theatre.
Ongoing: Louder Than A Bomb at Various locations.
Ongoing: "A Circus Love Letter" at The Actors Gymnasium.
Ongoing: Bike Winter Art Show opens at Motor Row Gallery.
Fr: Abraham Lincoln's Birthday.
Fr: Darwin Day.
..-Su: IGI Chicago Style Gymnastics Meet at Navy Pier - Festival Hall.
..-Sa: 10,000 Maniacs at City Winery.
Fr: METRIC at House of Blues.
..-Sa: Henry Rollins at Thalia Hall.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: #DATEME: An OKCupid Experiment at UP Comedy Club.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Cupid's Undie Run at John Barleycorn.
Sa: College of Complexes at Dappers East Restaurant.
Sa: Valentine's Love Affair at Chicago Theatre.
Sa: Black Tiger Sex Machine at Concord Music Hall.
Sa: Sound Tribe Sector Nine at Aragon Ballroom.
Sa: Improvised Shakespeare at Del Close Theater.
Sa: Kiss Kiss Cabaret at Uptown Underground.
Sa: Star Wars Burlesque at Gorilla Tango Theatre.
Sa: CLLAW: My Bloody Valentine at Logan Square Auditorium.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Vaudezilla! at Stage 773.
Sa: Nocturna at Metro.
Su: Valentine's Day.
Su: Chinese New Years Parade at Chinatown.
Su: Dating for Nerds at Four Star Lounge.
Su: Valentine's Day Dinner at The Signature Room.
Su: Daddy Daughter Dances at Chicago Parks.
Su: New cartoons on FOX.
Su: "Nickel & Dimed" at Beauty Bar.
Su: Naked Girls Reading at Studio L'amour.
Su: Sound Tribe Sector Nine at House of Blues.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: Presidents Day.
Mo: Grammy Awards at WBBM / CBS.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Tu: Chi Hack Night at 1871.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: Fetty Wap at House of Blues.
We: AC/DC at United Center.
We: Buckwheat Zydeco at City Winery.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
Th: "Unbridled" at Untitled.
Th-Fr: Forgotten Space at Martyrs'.
Th: Drum&Bass night at SmartBar.

Movie:    ^

*** "Where to Invade Next" now playing.

Michael Moore shows how we could have nice things.
http://wheretoinvadenext.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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** "Zoolander 2" now playing.

Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell, Olivia Munn, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kristen Wiig, Penelope Cruz, Christine Taylor, Macaulay Culkin, Billy Zane, Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato, Kim Kardashian West, Fred Armisen, Lenny Kravitz, Kanye West, ...
http://zoolander.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Deadpool" now playing.

Morena Baccarin, Ryan Reynolds, Gina Carano, T.J. Miller, ...
http://deadpool.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"How to Be Single" now playing.

Dakota Johnson, Alison Brie, Leslie Mann, Rebel Wilson, ...
http://howtobesinglemovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.

Hail Caesar!, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Kung Fu Panda 3, Synchronicity, Dirty Grandpa, Anomalisa, The Hateful Eight, Star Wars The Force Awakens, Sisters, The Big Short, Chiraq, Hunger Games 4, The Night Before, Peanuts, Spectre, Love, Our Brand Is Crisis, Steve Jobs, I Smile Back, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Ongoing:    ^

Black History Month (since 1926). -2016.02.28 Yearly.

February contains the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. This holiday recognizes the achievements and contributions of African Americans. Observed with special events and exhibits at many cultural institutions, especially the Chicago Cultural Center, H.W.Library, Dusable Museum, and South Shore Cultural Center.
http://www.blackvoices.com
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Ice Skating. -2016.02.28 Yearly.

Weather permitting: Wrigley Field; Millennium Park, 312/742-5222, 55 N Michigan; Warren Park, 773/262-8656, 6601 N Western; Riis Park, 312/746-5735, 6100 W Fullerton; Daley Plaza, 312/742-7650, 337 E Randolph; more...
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Dance Chicago (since 1995). -2016.02.14 Yearly. All ages. $25+ Various times. 8:15p.

100s of performers, 100s of works.
http://dancechicago.com
Athenaeum Theatre, 773/935-6875, 2936 N Southport.
http://www.athenaeumtheatre.com
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"Abandoned Margins" -2016.02.25 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.

"Policing the Black Female Body and Beyond the Binary"
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org
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"Bold Moves" Joffrey Ballet. -2016.02.21 All ages. $$.

http://joffrey.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://auditoriumtheatre.org
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Chicago Auto Show (since 1901). -2016.02.21 Yearly. All ages. $0-12+ 10a-10p.

Largest show in the U.S. of the leading killer of kids. Antiques, advanced power systems, sports stars and cheerleaders, greenwashing, million dollar super-cars and other grotesquely over-compensating monuments to mammon and sloth.
http://chicagoautoshow.com
McCormick Place, 312/791-7000, 2301 S Lake Shore Drive. Red line to Cermak, then bus east.
http://mccormickplace.com
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Rhinoceros Theater Festival (since 1989). -2016.02.28 Yearly. $15+ Various days and times.

Showcase of experimental new plays.
http://rhinofest.com
Prop Theatre, 773/267-0666, 3502 N Elston.
http://curioustheatrebranch.com
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Louder Than A Bomb (since 2001). -2016.03.19 Yearly. All ages. $? 6p.

Young Chicago Authors present, renowned Chicago Teen Poetry Festival.
http://youngchicagoauthors.org
Various locations.
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* "A Circus Love Letter" -2016.03.20 All ages. $15-25 Various times.

Charming performance art story of Marnie & Phil's lifelong friendship.
The Actors Gymnasium, 847/328-2795, 927 Noyes St, Evanston.
http://actorsgymnasium.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 2016.02.12:    ^

Bike Winter Art Show opens (since 1998). -2016.02.26 Yearly. 6p-12a.

Opening party: Fri Feb 12th, 5:30-11p - A whole new crop of bike art, drinks for donations, and DJ Jive Fresh spinning all night.
http://bedno.com/fb/1519557891706107
Motor Row Gallery, 312/533-2140, 2345 S Michigan Ave.
http://facebook.com/motorgalleryshow
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Abraham Lincoln's Birthday. Yearly.

16th president of the United states, born in Kentucky in 1809. Known for living in Illinois. Presided during the Civil War. Lincoln was assassinated in the Ford Theater in Washington by John Wilkes Booth just five days after the end of the war. Observed later this month on President's Day.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/al16.html
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Darwin Day. Yearly.

A global celebration of science and reason held around the birthday of evolutionary biologist Charles Darwin.
http://darwinday.org
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IGI Chicago Style Gymnastics Meet (since 1999). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $6-10 8a-8p.

The largest women's gymnastics invitational meet in the world, judged event, levels 4-Elite, thousands of competitors.
847/504-2453 http://chicagostylemeet.com
Navy Pier - Festival Hall, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://navypier.com
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10,000 Maniacs. -Saturday 21+ $40-60 3 shows 5p.

http://maniacs.com
City Winery, 312-733-WINE, 1200 W Randolph.
http://www.citywinery.com/chicago/
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METRIC. All ages. $35 7:30p.

W/ Joywave.
http://ilovemetric.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/chicago
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Henry Rollins. Telling stories. -Saturday All ages. $26-300+ 2 nites 8:30p.

http://henryrollins.com
Thalia Hall, 312/526-3851, 1807 S. Allport St.
http://thaliahallchicago.com/
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.

"A multimedia music & video dance party where art meets nightlife." Often preceded by theme events. Greg Haus spins Electronica/Indie Alternative dance music.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://berlinchicago.com
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#DATEME: An OKCupid Experiment. Fridays 18+ $31 8+11p.

Hilarious journey through the world of online dating made up of actual dialogue from interactions on OKCupid.com.
UP Comedy Club, 312/662-4562, 230 W. North Ave.
http://upcomedyclub.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 2016.02.13:    ^

Cupid's Undie Run. Yearly. $40+ 12-4p.

"Mile-ish run in your bedroom-best" raises money for charity. Doors noon, run 2p, party 3:30p.
http://cupidsundierun.com
John Barleycorn, 773/348-8899, 3524 N Clark St.
http://johnbarleycorn.com/
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College of Complexes (since 1951). "The Playground for People Who Think" Saturdays All ages. $3? 2.5hrs 6-11p.

Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers and good American food and bar.
02.13: Smart Phones: Are We Becoming Zombies or Truly Connecting with Each Other?
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Dappers East Restaurant, 773/509-9100, 2901 W. Addison.
http://facebook.com/Dappers-Restaurant-East-111805538856448
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Valentine's Love Affair. $80-170+ 7:30p.

Featuring Kenny 'Babyface' Edmonds, Ledisi and Eric Benet.
http://babyfacemusic.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://thechicagotheatre.com
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Black Tiger Sex Machine. 18+ $18+ 8p-2a.

http://blacktigersexmachine.com
Concord Music Hall, 773/570-4000, 2047 N Milwaukee. Near Blue Line Western stop. Body searches. No reentry.
http://concordmusichall.com
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Sound Tribe Sector Nine. Ages? $35-65 8p.

http://sts9.com/
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://aragon.com
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Improvised Shakespeare. Saturdays 18+ $16+ 10:30+8p.

Based on audience suggestion The Co creates a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style with ALL the typical elements.
http://improvisedshakespeare.com
Del Close Theater, 312/929-2401, 1501 N. Kingsbury St.
http://ioimprov.com/chicago/
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Kiss Kiss Cabaret (since 2011). Saturdays 18+ $20-40 8p.

A wild mix of hilarious hosts, quirky musicians, incredible variety performers and beautiful burlesque beauties.
http://kisskisscabaret.com
Uptown Underground, 773/867-1946, 4707 N Broadway.
http://uptownunderground.net
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Star Wars Burlesque. Saturdays 18+ $28 9p.

Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://GorillaTango.com
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CLLAW: My Bloody Valentine. Ages? $10-15+ 9:30p-1a.

Chicago's biggest, baddest, most belligerent lady arm wrestlers decked out in over-the-top outfits with fast-talking managers, ebullient entourages and shady referees. The horrifically romantic evening will include live music, kissing booth, chance to win dates with wrestlers, cash bar, food truck, etc.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoCLLAW
Logan Square Auditorium, 773/252-6179, 2539 N Kedzie. Near Blue Line, and 90/94.
http://www.logansquareauditorium.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://berlinchicago.com
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Vaudezilla! Saturdays 18+ $20 10:30p.

One-of-a-kind burlesque, drag, and aerial acts ranging from classic Vegas-style showgirls to cutting-edge gender-non-conforming performance artists.
http://Vaudezilla.com
Stage 773, 773/327-5252, 1225 W. Belmont. Near Racine.
http://stage773.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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Sunday 2016.02.14:    ^

* Valentine's Day. Yearly.

Day to exchange messages of love with the object of one's romantic interest. Typically observed through the gifting of roses, heart shaped boxes of chocolates, and luxury dinners. The day gets its name from the Christian saint Valentine. See http://www.metromix.com for best dining ideas.
http://www.victoriassecret.com
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* Chinese New Years Parade. Yearly. All ages. Free 1p.

100' Dragon dances, Miss Chinatown, gifts, fireworks, etc.
http://cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/neighborhood_parades.html
Chinatown, 312/255-0303, Wentworth and Cermak. Continues South to 24th Street.
http://chicagochinatown.org
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Dating for Nerds. 21+ $30 4:30-8p.

"Destiny" themed activities. Includes drink specials, games, prizes, giveaways.
http://nerdsatheart.com
Four Star Lounge, 773/661-2927, 2666 N Halsted St.
http://fourstarlounge.com
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Valentine's Day Dinner. Yearly. All ages. $95+ 5-10p.

Special menu directed by executive chef may include Champagne, heart shaped chocolate mousse cakes, breath-taking view and live jazz.
The Signature Room, 312/787-9596, 875 N Michigan. Top of the Hancock.
http://www.signatureroom.com
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Daddy Daughter Dances. Yearly. All ages. 6-9:30p.

And other couples dance events.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/valentines-day
Chicago Parks.
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New Fox cartoons. Sundays All ages. Free 6:30p.

May include Simpsons, Family Guy, Bob's Burgers, American Dad, more.
http://thesimpsons.com
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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"Nickel & Dimed" Sundays 21+ Free 7p-2a.

$1 beers and free pizza w/ DJs.
Beauty Bar, 312/226-8828, 1444 W Chicago Ave.
http://thebeautybar.com/home-chicago
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Naked Girls Reading. 18+ $20-35+ 8-9:30p.

"Absinthe and French Erotica" theme.
http://nakedgirlsreading.com
Studio L'amour, 773/641-6387, 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #205.
http://studiolamour.com
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Sound Tribe Sector Nine. 17+ $35+ 8:30p.

http://sts9.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/chicago
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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 2016.02.15:    ^

* Presidents Day. Legal holiday. 3rd Monday in February Yearly.

Observes the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Schools and government offices closed. Sales at major retail stores. Popular museum day.
http://history.com/topics/holidays/presidents-day
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Grammy Awards (since 1959). Yearly. All ages. Free 7-10:15p.

Dozens of contemporary music stars perform.
http://grammy.com
WBBM / CBS. http://www.wbbm.com
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Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.

"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
02.15: Black Heart banger.
http://soreadytobang.do312.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
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Tuesday 2016.02.16:    ^

Chi 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://chihacknight.org
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://chicagoundergroundcomedy.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2016.02.17:    ^

Fetty Wap. All ages. $38+ 6p.

http://fettywap.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/chicago
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AC/DC. All ages. $95+ 7:30p.

"Rock or Bust" world tour.
http://acdc.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://unitedcenter.com/calendar
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Buckwheat Zydeco. 21+ $30-42+ 8p.

http://buckwheatzydeco.com
City Winery, 312-733-WINE, 1200 W Randolph.
http://www.citywinery.com/chicago/
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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/In-One-Ear-210844945622380
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2016.02.18:    ^

* "Unbridled" Thursdays 21+ $10 8p-2a.

DJs, vaudevillians, burlesque and extreme acts. "New Year. New Show. Still Freaky."
http://facebook.com/UnbridledatUntitled
Untitled, 312/880-1511, 111 W. Kinzie.
http://untitledchicago.com
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Forgotten Space. -Friday 21+ $20+ 2 nites 10p.

Grateful Dead tribute band performs entire albums. Th: Reckoning; Fr: Blues For Allah.
http://facebook.com/forgottenspace
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com/calendar
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Drum&Bass night. 3rd Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

02.18: Alfonz Delamota / Dioptrics / Kode X / Sledge'em / Lipton / MCs.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/tickets
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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://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. $0-14, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-5p.

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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2016.02.12