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2002.02.15 (week 242)

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DON'T MISS:
Ongoing: Black History Month.
...-Su: Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place.
Fr: "Mantis In Lace" cult film at Bobbo and Doc's.
Fr: Lords & Ladies of Comedy Valentine Day Comedy Explosion at UIC Pavilion.
Fr: "Pretty in Pink" at Chromium Nightclub.
Fr: Danger Kitty at Joe's Sports Bar.
Fr: Redno5 Fourth Anniversary Party at Rednofive.
Sa: Breakdancing Classes at Pilsen YMCA.
Sa: Machine Head at Vic Theatre.
Sa: "LOVE'S A B*TCH" at Cafe Lura.
Sa: "Origins" at Dig.
Sa: That's My Bush marathon on COM.
Sa: Jaded featuring Tina Yothers at Joe's Sports Bar.
Su: Chinese New Years Parade at Chinatown.
Su: Chicago Vegetarian Society Dine-Out at Victory's Banner.
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Ongoing:    ^
* Black History Month (since 1926). -2002.02.28 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
http://clever.net/cam/blackhist.html
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Censorship! -2002.02.21 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.
Exhibition of works that have been removed from other exhibitions, were threatened, or stirred up heated debate.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/328-0038, 1900 S Prairie.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Interrogating Diversity. -2002.03.13 Th -8p. 10a-5p.
"Cultural diversity is both a fact of modernity and its destination. How social diversity is conceptualized determines how we negotiate differences. This show represents multiple approaches to these concerns while also investigating the meaning and strategies of these approaches." Includes "Broken English" sound installation by local drum&bass producer Kid Entropy, reflecting on the relationship between black influence and caucasian rebel archetypes.
Betty Rymer Gallery, 312/443-3703, 280 S Columbus.
http://www.artic.edu/saic/bettyrymer
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* Chicago Auto Show (since 1901). Huge and sparkly. -2002.02.17 Yearly. All ages. $0-12 10a-10p.
Largest show in the US. Antiques, advanced power systems, sports stars and cheerleaders, $300K super-cars, grotesquely over-compensating SUVs. Preview opening Thu. Now with over a dozen webcams!
630/495-2282 http://www.chicago-autoshow.com
McCormick Place, 312/791-7000, 2301 S Lake Shore Drive. South Building. Red line to Cermak, then bus east.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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Now playing.
Kung Pow, A Beautiful Mind, Imposter, Royal Tenenbaums, The Majestic, Joe Somebody, Not Another Teen Movie, Lord of The Rings, Jimmy Neutron, Vanilla Sky, Ali, Harry Potter, Monsters Inc, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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WAY too much GREAT dance and theater and comedy and poetry to cover.
Get yourself a Reader or NewCity magazine.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.
8p (Fr,Su-We): Shallow Hal - A Farrelly film with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jack Black, Jason Alexander, ...
10p (Fr,Su-We): Wet Hot American Summer - Janeane Garofalo, David Hyde Pierce, Michael Showalter, Marguerite Moreau, Paul Rudd, Molly Shannon, ...
midnt (Fr): American Pie II - Superglue.
Brew & View, 312/618-VIEW, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Friday 2002.02.15:    ^
* "Mantis In Lace" cult film (1968). 21+ Free 7p.
Psychotronic Film Society presents this cult classic remastered on DVD. Hugo Award winner William Rotsler directed this seamypsychedilsexploitation flick featuring a topless dancer who seduces then murders men with garden tools.
http://www.psychotronic.com
Bobbo and Doc's, 773/ 250- 3004, 1952 N Damen.
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* Lords & Ladies of Comedy Valentine Day Comedy Explosion. $37-57 7:30p.
Featuring D.L. Hughley, Adele Givens, Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Monique, George Willborn, Jay Lamont, and Tony Sculfield.
UIC Pavilion, 1201 W Harrison.
http://www.ssb.uic.edu/pavilion
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* "Pretty in Pink" French Lingerie Fashion Show & World Music Party. 21+ $? 9p-?a.
RSVP hamed@mamuevents.com for guaranteed express admission.
"Featuring DJs Tony T & Red Lox spinning erotic Indian, Euro, Hip-Hop and other World dance beats, ROSE PETALS strewn beneath your feet & a COCKTAIL RECEPTION from 9p-11p by Soomska Vodka. MIDNIGHT FASHION SHOW featuring lingerie by Charlott of France and models from Crazy Horse Too!
Party continues with COMP ADMISSION to Redno5/5thFloor 4th anniversary party (440 N Halsted, three blocks away) w/ stamp from Chromium.
773/381-7171 http://www.mamuevents.com
Chromium Nightclub, 312/666-8106, 817 W Lake Street. Near Halsted.
http://www.chromiumniteclub.com
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Iron Chef - Chen and Sakai Spotlight. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Fridays All ages. Free. Also midnt. 9-10p.
Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
http://www.foodtv.com/tvshows/ironchefindex
FOOD.
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Lexx NEW EPISODES!!! Fridays 1hr 9p.
The most VISUALLY STUNNING sci-fi series ever returns. After crossing universes and a long standoff at Fire/Water, the dead man, Tweedle, love slave and robot head are hassling Earth.
SCI. http://www.scifi.com/lexx
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* Danger Kitty. 21+ $10 10p.
"As seen in the Discover Card commercials... direct from LA... will rock your world"
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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*** Redno5 Fourth Anniversary Party (since 1998). 21+ 10p-4a.
Join Spectrum of Sound as we host the four year anniversary of Redno5. Voted best night club by CitySearch. Come celebrate with the musical bliss of DJs Lego (RedDog), Jesse DeLaPena (FunkyBuddha), Cedric (SOS).
http://www.spectrumofsoundinc.com
Rednofive, 312/733-6699, 440 N Halsted.
http://www.rednofive.com
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Saturday 2002.02.16:    ^
Inline Skate Fitness/Roller Aerobics. Saturdays 18+ $7.50. Lessons 8-9a. 9-10a.
Get a great workout on your inline skates with roller aerobics and roller dance. You'll be circling the extra large rink doing squats, swizzles, lunges, scooters, cross-overs, jumps, cones, freestyle, dance steps, or just skating to fast paced music. It's a great opportunity to practice those tricks you've always wanted to try in a "controlled" environment. Classes are small, so we have the whole rink to ourselves!!!
847/922-8716
Orbit Skate Center, 847/394-9199, 615 Consumers Ave, Palatine. I90 to Rt 53 N to NW Hwy east, past post office.
http://www.orbitskate.net
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* Breakdancing Classes. Saturdays All ages. $2 2-6p.
Members of TNA crew and the Pilsen YMCA invite you to come learn breakdancing every Saturday afternoon: 2-4p beginners and practice; 4-6p all out time, more advanced breakers battle and chill.
http://www.tnacrew.com
Pilsen YMCA, 312/738-0282, 1608 West 21st Place. Near Cermak and Ashland.
http://www.ymcachgo.org
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* Machine Head. All ages. $20 7p.
With Darwin's Waiting Room, 3rd Strike.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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** "LOVE'S A B*TCH" Prog House, Trance, Breaks, Techno. 21+ $10 9p-3a.
Email guestlist@fuelinfo.com for discount admission.
"The annual Valentine's celebration in a true underground venue with a super extravagant production brought to you by FUEL Promotions.
Andre Solaris (Clubland Underground 92.7&5FM,Fuel), Dimitry Lovebone (KGBeats), Nosmo (Sonic Boom Q101, Gray Area).
847/670-3300 http://www.fuelinfo.com
Cafe Lura, 773/736-3033, 3184 N Milwaukee. 1/2 block south of Belmont.
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* "Origins" Saturdays 21+ Ladies free -11p. 9p-2a.
Positive Productions resident DJs John Simmons, Technotwins (Tim Kasper and Mindbender). No drink over $5.
2.16: Special guests Jeremiah Seraphine and DJ FLX from 3 Degrees.
Dig, 312/377-1727, 1551 N Sheffield. Formerly North Beach.
http://www.digtheclub.com
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* That's My Bush marathon. TV-14 Free 4hrs 9:30p.
Playing all eight episodes of the outrageous series.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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* Jaded featuring Tina Yothers. 21+ $10 10p.
Reportedly not too bad a band, seven members, rock-pop-funk-goth, touring for their new new CD.
http://www.jadedonline.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://www.joesbar.com
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The Key Club. Saturdays 21+ $10 10p-3a.
"FlatBlast Entertainment in association with Jagstone Enterprises and others are happy to announce Key Club Saturdays at Mystique. Music programmed by DJs World and Flipside. Come enjoy the energy until late."
http://www.jagstoneenterprises.com
Mystique, 312/642-2582 (CLUB), 157 W Ontario. Enter through back.
http://MystiqueChicago.com
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Sunday 2002.02.17:    ^
* Chinese New Years (4700) Parade. Year of the Horse. Yearly. All ages. Free 12:30p.
100' Dragon dances, Miss Chinatown, gifts, fireworks, etc. Actual NY date was 2.12.
Chinatown, 312/255-0303, Wentworth and Cermak. Continues South to 24th Street.
http://www.chicago-chinatown.com
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* Chicago Vegetarian Society Dine-Out. $20-23 5p.
Appetizer, soup, choice of sandwich, dessert, and coffee or tea/hot or iced. Price includes tax and tip. RSVP required.
312/420-8344 (-VEGI)
Victory's Banner, 773/665-0227, 2100 W Roscoe.
http://chicagovegetariansoc.org
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* NEW CARTOONS!!! Futurama, King of the Hill, Simpsons, Malcolm. Sundays All ages. Free 6p.
WARNING WARNING WARNING! FOX has reportedly declined to pick up their option for more Futurama episodes!!!
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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* Hinckley on Foster: The Hearing. Solo performance. Su/Tu/We -Wednesday 18+ $10. Additional show Su at 4p. 7p.
Michael Martin delivers a high-powered comedy-drama, portraying John Hinckley at a sanity hearing as Reagan's would-be assassin discusses his real feelings for the star of "Silence of the Lambs" and "Taxi Driver."
The Pilsen Theater, 312/409-2135, 556 West 18th Street. Three blocks off Halsted.
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* Adult Skate w/ Bar! Sundays 21+ $7 8p-1a.
Large smooth wood rink, goes through a series of sessions for mixed, backwards, couples, etc. Hip/Hop, urban, R&B DJ. Some of the roller skating regulars have awesome moves. Bladers welcome. Hours: Mo-Th private; Fr 4:30-7p teens $4, 7-10:30p family $5, 11p-? private; Sa 10:30a-1p family $4, 1-3:30p all $5, 4-7p all $5, 7:30-11p teen $10, mid-4a 18+ $7; Su noon-1p inline lessons $10, 1-3:30p all $5, 4-7p all $5, 8p-1a 21+ $7. $2-3 rentals.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Rainbo Roller Rink, 773/271-6200, 4836 N Clark.
http://www.usa-skating.com/chicago
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* Whiplash. Sundays 21+ $5-8 10p-4a.
Scary Lady Sarah produced. DJ Chilli Winters spinning hard & dark alternative dance. Dress code: Fetish, latex, leather, pvc, drag, ultra glam, uber goth, fantasy character, period costume. Special performances last Sunday of each month. SERIOUS scene, rave reviews, not for the meek!
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Spy Bar, 312/587-8779, 646 N Franklin. Free parking in South lot.
http://www.spybarchicago.com
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Monday 2002.02.18:    ^
* 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://www.dmoz.org/Society/Holidays/Presidents'_Day
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* Verbatim Verboten. The invasion-of-privacy cabaret. Mondays 18+ $10 7p.
Each week the audience chooses from almost 100 secretly recorded conversations of the wealthy & famous, which are then PERFORMED live and word-for-word.
Frankie J's, 312/409-1887, 4437 N Broadway. At Montrose, Parking in Aldi lot.
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Tales of terror readings by local Chicago Horror authors. Mondays 18+ $4 7:30p.
Various readings, open mike, and different entertainment weekly.
2.25: Celebration of Carnivale, with King cake and raffle, free with mask.
http://www.twilighttales.com
The Red Lion Pub, 773/348-2695, 2446 North Lincoln Avenue. On Lincoln one block north of Fullerton. Across from the Biograph.
http://www.theredlionpub.com
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* Blue Groove Lounge (since 1994). "Chicago's longest running hip-hop night." Mondays 21+ $10, Ladies free -11p. 9p-2a.
Residents 33.3, Supacuts, Non Stop, De La Pena. Upcoming guest DJs include Tone B Nimble, Norman Rockwell, Aloe, D Double, more. Open mic from 11p.
http://www.bluegroovelounge.com
Funky Buddha Lounge, 312/666-1695, 728 W Grand.
http://www.funkybuddha.com
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Tuesday 2002.02.19:    ^
Start of Pisces. Astrological sign, the fish. Yearly.
http://www.astrology.com
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* Ludacris. Rap. 18+ $34.50 9p.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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BattleBots NEW SEASON! Heading for semi-finals. Tuesdays All ages. Free 1hr 9p.
Sparks will fly and Bots will Die! Very serious sport of the future. Now with spokesmodel Carmen Electra! See the new BattleBot toys in stores everywhere.
http://www.battlebots.com
COM. http://www.comedycentral.com
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* Real World Chicago. Tuesdays All ages. Free 9p.
Showing across the street from where it happened at Piece micro-brewery and pizzeria, 773-772-4422, 1927 W North.
http://liquidgeneration.com/real_world.html
MTV. http://www.mtv.com/onair/realworld/season11
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* Nocturna (since 1989). Goth w/ Scary Lady Sarah, THE weekly gathering of darker souls. Tuesdays 21+ $5-10 10p-4a.
Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways. A tight but welcoming community of several hundred intriguing individuals. Upstairs at Metro 18+ one week a month.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.smartbarchicago.com
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Wednesday 2002.02.20:    ^
* The Backyard Variety Show. A showcase of Vaudevillesque talent. 3rd/Last Wednesdays 21+ (or w/ parent) $5-10 8p.
May include acrobats, torch singers, fire eaters, stilt walkers, ventriloquists, fakirs, dog acts, and other amazing and unusual acts. Hosted by Douglas Grew of Midnight Circus. Cabaret / Gallery atmosphere.
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo. Discounted parking available. Near downtown stops on all train lines.
http://www.hothouse.net
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* Hall & Oates. 21+ $36.50 9p.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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J Majik (Infra Red Recordings) and MC MC (UK) host Seminar. THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p-2a.
With residents Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, cool decor, good drink selection, often PACKED! Sometimes good cyber lights. Simultaneous http://www.bassdrive.com webcast. Can't come? Tune in to 89.3FM WNUR 9:30-11p.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://www.bigwignightclub.com
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Thursday 2002.02.21:    ^
* Blood Drive 2002 - GWAR. All ages. $20 7p.
With God Forbid / Soilent Green.
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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* System of a Down. Ages? $? 7p.
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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* FAMILY GUY DOUBLE FEATURE. New episode. Thursdays All ages. Free 1hr 7p UNCONFIRMED
Outstandingly baudy, funniest new prime time cartoon on. WARNING WARNING WARNING! FOX has cancelled THE TICK, and reportedly declined to pick up more Family Guy or Futurama?!?
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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The Calling. Whimp-rock. All ages. $12 7:30p.
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Speak & Be Heard. Meet Peter Dagher, Congressional candidate for the 5th District. 21+ $20 8-10p.
Meet the Congressional candidate, relax, have all you can drink (26 beers, 14 draft), and tell him EXACTLY what you think.
773/283-7383 http://www.votedagher.com/speak.html
Glascott's Bar, 773/281-1205, 2158 N Halsted.
http://www.glascotts.com
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* ROOT. Monthly jungle/d&b event. 3rd Thursdays 21+ $ 9p-2a.
w/ Kid Entropy, Chamberweed, Natty, Black Russian, Radiata, etc. Intensely energetic tunez for an eclectic crowd of freaks. Chatting early, crowded late. Completely KISS themed second bar upstairs with pinball and velvet paintings.
312/409-4552 http://www.cosmicbreaks.com
Liar's Club, 773/665-1110, 1665 W Fullerton. Take I94 or Ashland/Clybourne.
http://www.liarsclub.com
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* Relode presents "Shattered Thursdays" The Nu induced sound. Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.
Dress casual, ladies free -midnt (except for special events), $5 Long Islands, $5 well drinks, $3 domestic beers, $3 kamikaze shots.
2.21: Casper, DPM, Poolside.
847/604-4194 http://www.relode.com
Rive Gauche Nightclub, 312/738-9971, 306 N Halsted. At Fulton.
http://www.rivegauchenightclub.com
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Attractions:    ^
LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free. Su-Th 10a-10p, Fr/Sa 10a-midnt.
A*MAZING CHICAGO new attraction open. 15-minute walk-through full sensory experience featuring city themed tricky corridors.
IMAX now showing: Cirque Du Soleil Journey of Man.
ALSO: Giant Ferris Wheel, historic carousel, 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.
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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Chihuly in the Park: A Garden with Glass Sculptures. -2002.05.19 All ages. Free. 9a-8p.
"This exhibit just blew me away! If you've never been to GPC, you're in for a treat. But when you add the stunning glass sculptures of artist Dale Chihuly, you get an event not to be missed! **Highly** recommended by Bedno.com member Mark. Go after dark for best effect."
http://www.garfield-conservatory.org/gpcindex.htm
Garfield Park Conservatory, 312/746-5100, 300 N. Central Park. Green Line to Conservatory/Central Park stop.
http://www.garfield-conservatory.org
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See how the universe works. All ages. $5-13 Free Tuesdays.
Dramatically expanded, much high tech exhibitry.
Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-10p 1st Fridays), Sa/Su 9a-6p.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Masterpieces. All ages. Free Tuesdays, else $5-8.
And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
Mo/We/Th/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Tu 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p.
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://www.artic.edu/aic
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Quality exhibits and activities for young minds. Free Thursdays. 10a-5p Tu-Su.
Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free.
Excellent art furniture, Ghanian popular paintings, fine Italian glass, and Irish contemporary exhibits right now.
ALSO: Various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Also: good music daily at 12:15p (Classical Mo/We, Jazz Tu, Pop Th). Open late Thursdays.
Mo-We 10a-7p, Th 10a-9p, Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 78 E Washington.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/Tourism/CulturalCenter
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Natural History done right. All ages. $4-8, Free Wednesdays. 8a-5p.
New Cleopatra exhibit open. Also butterfly garden, animated robot kinetosaurs, giant magnified soil ecosystem, "Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, 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. $3-5 Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p.
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 8a-6p.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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Various modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.
The Body Present: Effigies, Decoys, and Other Equivalents 1.19-5.19; Lovesexy: Identity and Desire 1.19-4.21; Gary Simmons 2.16-5.19; Mies in America 2.16-5.26;
We-Su 10a-5p, Tu 10a-8p. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New years Day.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $3-13, Free Thursdays.
New TIME exhibit now open, possibly the best collection in existence of clocks through history. Also new Circus backstage, Howdy Doody, Sports and Cyberspace exhibits.
Mo-Fr 9:30a-4p, Sa/Su 9:30a-5:30p.
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.
Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), many special late days, Free Mo/Tu Sept-Feb.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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