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2002.06.07 (week 258)

Speak No Evil

DON'T MISS:

..-Sa: Redmoon - "Salao - the worst kind of unlucky" at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Fr: First Friday at Museum of Contemporary Art.
Fr: BAND-AID 2K2 Perv-54 & 5 Guest at Arabian Knights Farm in The Barn.
Fr: Hex at Winner's.
Fr: Tickle at Rednofive.
Sa: Free Airplane Rides for Kids at Chicago Meigs Field (CGX).
Sa-Su: Andersonville Midsommarfest.
Sa: Get inline... Chicagoland! at Deer Grove Forest Preserve.
Sa: Elvis Costello and the Imposters at Chicago Theatre.
Su: Adult Skate w/ Bar! at Rainbo Roller Rink.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Su: Industry Sundaze at Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge.
Su: Whiplash at Spy Bar.
Mo: NEW LOCATION! Blue Groove Lounge at Wild Hare.
Mo: Your Brain on Mondays at Tree House.
Tu: "Forward" A Brand-spankin-new Drum&Bass Night! at Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge.
Tu: Real World Chicago on MTV.
Tu: Nocturna at SmartBar.
We: Kenny Ken w/ Mix-n-Blen Seminar at Red Dog.
...

Ongoing:

Vagina Monologues. Rotating cast. Fr/Sa/Su $24.75-55 Fr 8p, Sa 6+9p, Su 3:30+7p.

http://www.vaginamonologues.com
Apollo Theater, 773/935-6100, 2540 N Lincoln.
http://www.apollochicago.com
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* Redmoon - "Salao - the worst kind of unlucky" -2002.06.08.

A dynamic new vision of Hemingway's themes of isolation, survival, and hope.
773/388-9031 http://www.redmoon.org
Chicago Shakespeare Theater, 800 E Grand. Navy Pier.
http://www.chicagoshakes.com
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Bike Chicago Month (since 1992). -2002.06.16 Yearly.

Every day has excellent special events (85 total, get the booklet) including neighborhood tours, lectures, contests, stunt shows, clinics, Police auction, family events, parades, college events, ...
Bikes temporarily allowed on trains at certain times, and on certain bus lines!
http://www.cityofchicago.org/specialevents/BikeChicago2001.html
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Autobiographies. -2002.06.20 We-Fr noon-4p, Sa/Su noon-7p.

Art by women that is autobiographical in nature, including personal histories, family stories and memories.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/328-0038, 1900 S Prairie.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Now playing.

Undercover Brother, Star Wars, Spider Man, Importance of Being Earnest, Insomnia, Spirit, About a Boy, The New Guy, Ice Age, A Beautiful Mind, Harry Potter, ...
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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Under The Picasso. All ages. Free 12p.

Interesting free performances almost every week day at noon. Go to the spectacular Thompson Center nearby (100 W Randolph) for more good art.
Daley Plaza, 312/346-3278, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/Tourism/Picasso
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Different rock, jazz and experimental bands every night. 21+ $? 8p.

Dive-ish, with pool and an old video game or two.
Empty Bottle, 773/276-3600, 1035 N Western.
http://www.emptybottle.com
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Different rock show almost every night. 21+ $? 9p.

Three bands and a beer for $3 some Tuesdays.
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com/shows.html
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Friday 2002.06.07:

Divine Secrets of the Ya Ya Sisterhood now playing.

"Mothers. Daughters. The never-ending story of good vs. evil." w/ Sandra Bullock, Ellen Burstyn, Fionnula Flanagan, James Garner, Cherry Jones, Ashley Judd, Angus MacFadyen, Maggie Smith, ...
http://www.yayasisterhood.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Equilibrium 2002 Art Exhibit. Fr/Sa/Tu/We/Th -2002.06.29 18+ Free.

Symbolic photographs, paintings, mixed media and sculpture will be on display. Artists featured: Michael Kranz, David Burns, Erica Cassill, Soni Sinha, Mina Arroyo, Laura Annis, Deva Suckerman, Karen Anderson, Vincent Grech, "8", Mike Wierzbicki, Nathan Stevens, Edward Elias, Michael Davis, Lorelei Scott, Malka Greene, Elizabeth Lindau, Jason Osburn, Hector Ortega, Russ LaChanse, and Bruce McMartin.
Opening reception: 6.15 6-10:30p. Acoustic performance by Mamaliga playing American-Romanian hum alongs 7-8p. Appetizers and cocktails served.
Closing reception 6.29 6-10:30pm. Surprise performance! Appetizers and cocktails.
Thirteenth Floor Gallery, 773/384-1313, 2337 W North Ave.
http://www.thirteenthfloorgallery.com
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* First Friday. Music, art, snax, drinks, creative types and gold coasters. 1st Fridays All ages? $7-14 6-10p.

Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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* BAND-AID 2K2 Perv-54 & 5 Guest. Six Great Live Rock Bands at The Barn. All ages. $10 7p-12a.

Perv-54, The Dog and Everything, Saraphine, Kameron Fry, Domestic Gorillaz, & Marazene. Will play live in The Barn at Arabian Knighta Farm.
888/434-7532 http://www.perv-54.com
Arabian Knights Farm in The Barn, 630/325-3482, 6526 S Clarendon Hills Road, Willowbrook. Near 63rd.
http://www.akfentertainment.com
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Skate Rave. Bladers Take Downtown. 1st Fridays 7:30p.

Intermediate through advanced bladers come join the BIGGEST group skate. Be able to skate some near traffic and do a distance of 9-12 miles. Chicago Skate Patrol sanctioned. Protective gear (esp. helmet) and blinker STRONGLY encouraged. Weather permitting. May reach Chinatown, may end at Navy Pier Beer Garden.
Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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Bernadette Peters. $40 8p.

Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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College of Complexes - South Side campus. "The Playground for People Who Think" Fridays All ages. $2 byob 2.5hrs 8p.

Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.homestead.com/main.html
Future World Cafe, 773/256-1570, 1744 E 55th. Hyde Park.
http://www.f-utureworld.com
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Cosmic Breaks Radio. Live drum&bass DJ web-cast. Fridays All ages. Free -at least midnt. 8p.

The Cosmic Breaks DJ's spin live on the net weekly. Tune in and drop us a line on icq or email for shouts, requests etc. Listen before you go out, after you get home, or just stay at home in from of your computer and pretend you are out somewhere. 8).
http://www.cosmicbreaks.com/CBradio
Cosmic Breaks Studio, Logan Square.
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Arrival. Alien Elements Presents DJ Vamp and DJ Valume. 21+ $5 9p-2a.

RSVP at arrivalfridays@yahoo.com for guestlisting.
$2 Mix Drinks and Miller Girls bringing $2 beers and giveaways... Free Buffet at midnt. Guestlist (or print flyer from web) for two free drinks and ladies free cover -10:30p.
309/242-3696 http://www.alienelements.com/events/arrivalprint.html
94th Aero Squadron, 847/459-3700, 1070 S Milwaukee, Wheeling. 2 Blocks N. of Willow/Palatine Road on left(W) side of road.
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Iron Chef - Green Onion Battle. 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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* Hex. Gothic-Industrial Dance Night. Fridays 21+ $3 9p-2a.

Dance to new and favorite gothic, deathrock, new grave, electro, futurepop, and industrial music.
http://hexchicago.com
Winner's, 773/271-0401, 4530 N Lincoln. Between Wilson and Montrose. Near Brown Line Western stop.
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DJ Danny Miller's stuff and things.. Fridays 21+ $5 9:30p-2a.

Email guestlist@euphoriachicago.com for guestlisting.
http://euphoriachicago.com
Hollywood East, 773/271-4711, 5650 N Broadway. Near ByrnMawr Red Line stop, end of LSD.
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Bang. "The Quality Of Sound" Fridays 21+ $15+ 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT http://crobarnightclub.com for guestlisting.
Well produced hotspot, Lots of house, crowded late. Nice change of scene with Hiroki and Artek in the mezz. Dress well, no tennis shoes. Now with PURE DJs John Curley, Chad Sommer.
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

Greg Haus spins his signature mix of progressive, hardhouse, trance, & breakbeat along with some of his favorite classic club hits.
http://www.hauswerkz.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Sweet & LowDown. Fridays 21+ $0-15 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT zentranightclub@aol.com for guestlisting.
BIG NAME weekly guest DJs join residents Justin Long, Sativa, Shon Dervis. Mostly House and Techno.
Zentra, 312/787-0400, 923 W Weed. Between North and Division by Joe's behind Crobar.
http://www.zentranightclub.com
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* Tickle. "going deep inside" Fridays 21+ $0-10 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT cedric@spectrumofsoundinc.com for guestlisting.
Spectrum Of Sound Brings you the best in Deep House and Hip-Hop.
3.31: Sombionix live w/ DJ Blair Brown.
http://www.spectrumofsoundinc.com
Rednofive, 312/733-6699, 440 N Halsted.
http://www.rednofive.com
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Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. Fr/Sa All ages? $6-11 (also Su 7:30p) 11:30p.

30 plays in 60 minutes, lots of improv, very welcoming, often topical.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://www.neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2002.06.08:

** Free Airplane Rides for Kids. EAA Young Eagles Program. 2nd Saturdays -2002.12.14 Ages 7-17. Free! 9a-2p.

Kids enjoy free airplane rides every month at Meigs Field thanks to generous Chicago-area pilots. Children see major Chicago landmarks, such as the Sears Tower and Comiskey Park, and learn about the principles of flight. Reservations recommended. Call after 7a on flight day for weather status.
Chicago Meigs Field (CGX), 312/409-5691, 1500 S Linn White Dr. Just south of Adler Planetarium.
http://www.friendsofmeigs.org
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Chicago Neighborhood Tour: Wicker Park / Humboldt Park / Ukrainian Village. Bring a snack. 2nd Saturday in June Yearly. $20-25 4hr 10a.

Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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Old Town Art Fair (Since 1950). Jewelry, paintings, sculpture, food, bohemians. 2nd Saturday in June -Sunday Yearly. $0-5 10a-6p.

http://www.oldtowntriangle.com
Old Town Historic District, 312/337-1938, Lincoln Park West at Orleans.
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Wells Street Art Festival (since 1975). Over 250 fine artists, food, music. 2nd Saturday in June -Sunday Yearly. $0-5 10a-10p.

See site for band schedule.
http://www.chicagoevents.com
773/868-3010, Wells between North and Division.
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* Andersonville Midsommarfest (since 1966). Nice Swedish-ish neighborhood party. 2nd Saturday in June -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 (donation) 11a-10p.

Dozens of vendors, ethnic food, assorted bands, pet parade, family activities come, in a great shopping area.
773/728-2995 http://www.starevents.com
Andersonville, Clark from Foster to Balmorol.
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STOPPING LESSONS by Chicago Skate Patrol. Sa/Su -2002.09.01 Yearly. All ages. Free 11a-4p.

Certified volunteers teach stopping and other basics. Look for the banner and red t-shirts near the ramp. PERFECT for beginners to walk, drive, cab or train to, bringing skates and protective gear. Great performers practicing nearby.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Oak Street Beach
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* Breakdancing Classes. Saturdays All ages. $2 2-6p UNCONFIRMED

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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* Get inline... Chicagoland! inline skating club. Sa/Su/Th All ages. Free 6:30p.

Group skates in the burbs! Get together to skate, socialize and have fun!
847/922-8716 http://www.getinlinechicagoland.com
Deer Grove Forest Preserve, Palatine, IL, Palatine. I90 to Rt 53N, exit at Dundee, go west a couple miles. Pass Hicks, it's the first entrance on the left.
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* Elvis Costello and the Imposters. $35-75 8p.

Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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Judy Collins's WildFlower Festival. $40 8p.

Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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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.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.homestead.com/main.html
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Interactive. Saturdays 21+ $10-20 9p-5a.

RESPOND AT http://www.djpsycho-bitch.com for guestlisting.
DJs Psycho-Bitch and Teri Bristol lead a top clubber mating night. Intense, big, crowded, sexy, long. Pricey drinks, mostly house. Serious clubber attire required.
http://www.djpsycho-bitch.com
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury. No public transit, take a cab.
http://www.crobarnightclub.com
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LIVE WIRE. Saturdays 21+ $5 after 10p 9:30p-5a.

DJs Christopher Robin and Greg Haus and John Jackson spin a signature mix of progressive music and video. Meet and mingle with a truly diverse crowd. Dress up or dress down... this is the place to be what you are! An editor fave, sometimes too wild.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Karma Sutra. All ages. $5 10p-12a.

Preston sez "This is a cool place with a good artistic and very relaxed vibe; not your sterile coffeeshop."
http://divanation.com
Chase Cafe, 773/743-5650, 7301 N Sheridan.
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Sonic Boom. Saturdays All ages. Free 10p-2a.

Considered by many to be Chicago's BEST dance music weekly radio show. Electronic, Industrial, Techno, Big Beat, Drum & Bass, often with Danny the Wildchild.
Q101. http://www.q101.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2002.08.31 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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Sunday 2002.06.09:

* 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/usa/locations/chicago.html
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* "Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 9-11:30p.

Extraordinarily good block of toonage, includes free form thought jazz like animated Ken Nordine. Includes Home Movies, Baby Blues, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, sometimes Space Ghost and pals.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Weekly Coffeehouse (since 1999). Sundays All ages. $5 Donation. (doors 7p) 9p-1a.

Open mic, poets, musicians, interesting alternative community art and photos always on display. Includes coffee, tea, soda, snax, raffle.
The Burkhart Underground, 773/348-8536, 2845 N Halsted.
http://burkhartstudios.com
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FLICK! Movie night at a dance club! Sundays 21+ Showtimes 11p, 1a. 10p-4a.

"Chill at the all new Dragon Room for a night of flicks, $2 movie drafts, popcorn, and the sounds of the industry's own Martin Boogieman, Fast Eddie, and Weekly Guest DJs."
http://www.jagstoneenterprises.com
Dragon Room, 312/751-8700, 809 W Evergreen. Just off Halsted.
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* Industry Sundaze. Resident Chris Gin and very special guests. Sundays 21+ $10 10p-4a.

"A night dedicated to waitresses, waiters, bartenders, bouncers, promoters, dancers, DJs and all those that make Chicago nitelife what it is, with variety and flavour." Good club, on a low pressure night. Full service restaurant and bar open all night. Drink specials and valet.
Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge, 312/204-9991, 1206 N State. At Division, East of Dearborn.
http://www.dragonflychicago.com
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* Whiplash. Sundays 21+ $6-8 (up to $15 if not in costume) 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 2002.06.10:

Tales of terror. Mondays 18+ $4 7:30p.

Various readings by local Chicago horror authors, open mike, and different entertainment weekly.
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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* NEW LOCATION! Blue Groove Lounge (since 1994). "Chicago's longest running hip-hop night." Mondays 21+ $10, Ladies free -11p. 8p-2a.

Residents 33.3, Supacuts, Non Stop, De La Pena, plus special guests.
888/471-3697 http://www.bluegroovelounge.com
Wild Hare, 773/327-4273, 3530 N Clark.
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Reactv8. Mondays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

DJ Boa spins synthpop, hardwave, retro, & more... DJ Kamar from 88.7FM joins him 2nd/4th Mondays. Caters to people who enjoy conversation, good drinks, and NO "boom boom thump thump" music. With good lights and vids, and Mr. Hate dispensing poison.
http://www.angelfire.com/celeb/boa
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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* Your Brain on Mondays. Tree House Collective Presents Live DJs - House, Techno, Drum & Bass. Mondays 21+ 10p-2a.

Come and enjoy Great soundz, Lowcost drinks ($2 Rolling Rock), Free Pool, an outdoor section, and of course great people.
http://www.protocolbeats.com
Tree House, 312/409-2626, 2345 W Belmont.
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Tuesday 2002.06.11:

King Kamehameha Day. Yearly.

Commemorates the victories of Kamehameha I (1758-1819) of Hawaii. He and his descendants united and ruled the Hawaiian Islands until their annexation by the United States in 1898.
http://www.hawaii.gov
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Chic-a-Go-Go (since 1996). Tu/We All ages. Free Tu 8:30p, We 3:30p.

RESPOND AT ratso@roctober.com to get on the show!
Miss Mia (of Kim) and puppet Ratso host a fun loving local show where bands and performers lip-sync for an entertainingly diverse dancing audience.
http://www.roctober.com/chicagogo
CAN-TV. Public Access channel 19.
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Smokey Robinson. $35 8p.

Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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* "Forward" A Brand-spankin-new Drum&Bass Night! Tuesdays 21+ Free 9p-3:45a.

Kitchen and party all night, beatin' sound system, low lights, easy dress code, nice people. Where's the catch? Limited street parking, take train or cab.
Dragonfly Mandarin Lounge, 312/204-9991, 1206 N State. At Division, East of Dearborn.
http://www.dragonflychicago.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. Also showing at Joe's Sports Bar. Followed by a great new reality show, The Osbournes.
http://liquidgeneration.com/real_world.html
MTV. http://www.mtv.com/onair/realworld/season11
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Stud Puppy Tuesdays. Tuesdays 21+ Free 9p.

"This hot night out at Temps packs 'em in. Every week hundreds of hot and sexy guys head to Temps for a night of hi-energy dancing and prowling. Join the fun and the always entertaining Sarabia with his troupe of male dancers who 'take it off' all night long. DJ Dave spins today's hottest remixes. $4 Long Island Ice Teas served up by bartenders, Rand and Mike." An unusual GM night at an otherwise LF club.
Temptations Nightclub, 847/455-0008, 10235 W Grand, Franklin Park.
http://www.temptationsnightclub.com
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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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Testosterone Tuesday. Hard dance music, ultra buff male strippers. Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

DJ Ralph Rosario.
http://www.testosterone.net
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At the Belmont red line stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Wednesday 2002.06.12:

Group Skate. Wednesdays All ages. Free 6:30p.

"The granddaddy of Chicago group skates" as mentioned in national press. Destination TBD (Chinatown/Adler/...) and optionally back for beers. 8-12 miles, some street skating, full gear and blinkers strongly recommended, intermediate and up, be prompt. Canceled if wet.
http://www.thirstydog.net
Londo Mondo, 888/828-7630, 1100 N Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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Chris Gin new residency. Wednesdays 21+ Free 8p-2a.

Promises "a weekly orgy of debauchery ... five hours of hard beats, classics and general insanity." $3 Buds.
Big Wig, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division. Near Blue line Division stop.
http://www.bigwignightclub.com
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* Kenny Ken w/ Mix-n-Blen Seminar. THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p-4a.

With residents Gylde, Flipside, etc. Great tunes, good lights, $2 Buds, often PACKED! Simultaneous http://www.bassdrive.com webcast? Also 89.3FM WNUR 9:30-11p.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Red Dog, 773/278-1009, 1958 W North. Wicker Park.
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"In One Ear" (since 1985). Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $2 9p-1a.

"eclectic mix of people" who groove on "laid-back" vibes, folk music and poetry readings. -zagat.com.
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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* "Can Can" party. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

RESPOND AT sospromo@worldnet.att.net for guestlisting.
Spectrum of Sound presents "The hottest mid-week party in Chicago. Musical format is House and Hip-Hop. Resident DJs Cedric, FlipSide, Vince Lawrence and Wayne Williams." Visit site below for photos and more.
312/475-9532 http://www.jagstoneenterprises.com
Glow, 312/587-8469, 1615 N Clybourn.
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Women Obsession (since 1990). Intended as a ladies night for ladies. 1st/2nd/3rd Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

http://www.womyn.org
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Thursday 2002.06.13:

Downtown Thursday. Special evening events and later hours at several museums and clubs. Thursdays 7-?p.

Good night to catch Blues downtown, cocktails at the MCA, Jazz at the Shedd or Randolph Cafe. See the site for MUCH MORE!
http://www.dtnchicago.com
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Dark Star Orchestra. 18+ $20 7:30p.

Navy Pier, Skyline Stage, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com/SubLink.cfm?Main_ID=16&Sub_ID=14
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Bondage A Go-Go. Thursdays 21+ $? 8p-4a.

Hostesses Janelle, Donna, Veronica, DJ Pascal and guests. Bring or buy toys for adult play.
Exit, 312/395-2700, 1315 W North.
http://www.exitchicago.com
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M 2 O. A night of liquid motion. Thursdays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

"This weekly event has quickly become THE party to attend on Thursday nights. With resident DJs Mood and Oscar McMillan and guests DJs from around the world, the message of Deep House is being delivered to the masses. Feel good and have a good time!" Printable pass at site below.
http://www.music-101.com/flyer.htm
Le Passage, 312/255-0022, 1 Oak Place. At intersection with Rush.
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Planet Earth (since 1979). Thursdays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Join DJ Dave Roberts for music, makeup, memories and videos. A long running Goth-lite night of new wave club classics.
http://www.planetearthchicago.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark.
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Attractions:

Various good modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays.

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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LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free. Su-Th 10a-10p, Fr/Sa 10a-midnt.

PIER WALK NOW OPEN! Over 100 massive outdoor sculptures on display. One of Chicago's very greatest civil art features. -2002.11.10.
ALSO: 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.
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. $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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World class gardens. Easy to get to, great restaurant. All ages. $7-15 parking.

Prarie simulation, oriental garden, produce, vastly more. 1700ft G scale model train path through dozens of miniature American scenes.
Open daily (except xmas) about 8a-sunset.
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. 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 CHOCOLATE 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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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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