Bedno.com - 2005.04.29 (week 409)

2005.04.29 (week 409)

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RECOMMENDED:: Ongoing: "Secret Place, Sacred Space" at Woman Made Gallery.
..-Su: Chicago Improv Festival at Athenaeum Theatre.
..-Su: VERSION 05 at Various locations.
..-Su: TV Turnoff Week.
Ongoing: Redmoon's "The Cabinet" at Viaduct Theater.
Ongoing: The O' Franken Factor now web-cast only.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Sonic Vision at Adler Planetarium.
Fr: Arbor Day.
Ongoing: Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: "xXx State of the Union" now playing everywhere.
..-Mo: Chicago Contemporary & Classic Art Fair at Navy Pier.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Enterprise new episode on UPN.
..-Sa: Erasure at Chicago Theatre.
Ongoing: Breakbone dance at Columbia College.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: New Order Showcase at Berlin.
Fr: Live Drumming at Rhythm.
Fr: Dieselboy at Sound-Bar.
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"Secret Place, Sacred Space" -2005.05.12 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.: "...a deep and familiar chord of healing from specific pain or loss by creating work that was confrontational, factual, or in memorial..."
Woman Made Gallery, 773/489-8900, 2418 W Bloomingdale.
http://www.womanmade.org
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* Chicago Improv Festival (since 1998). -2005.05.01 Yearly. $0-25 Various times.: Includes visitors from SNL, ComedySportz, Annoyance, Mad TV, dozens of locals. More than a week at several venues including The Theatre Building (1225 W Belmont) and Playground (3209 N Halsted).
773/935-9810 http://www.cif.com
Athenaeum Theatre, 773/935-6860, 2936 N Southport.
http://www.athenaeumtheatre.com
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VERSION 05 (since 2002). -2005.05.01.: Festival combining visual and performing arts with activism and creative uses of new technologies.
http://www.lumpen.com/version_05/index.html
Various locations.
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* TV Turnoff Week (since 1994). Rediscover real life. -Sunday Yearly.: "What happens during a seven-day experiment in life without TV? A whole new space to think emerges. You find yourself passing time in ways you never expected. And you start to wonder: when I reach for the remote, who is really in control?"
NEW They're now selling a $10 universal remote "TV-B-Gone" which turns off any TV.
Also promotes "Media Carta", a campaign against content control by corporate interests.
http://adbusters.org/campaigns/tvturnoff
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Redmoon's "The Cabinet" -2005.06.05 18+ $15-25 Sa 6+9p, Su 3p, We-Fr 9p.: "Haunting spectacle in minature, sets the story of the murderous Dr. Caligari and his somnambulist slave Ceseare in an off-kilter world of puppetry and intricate machinery."
312/850-8440 http://redmoon.org
Viaduct Theater, 773/296-6024, 3111 N Western.
http://www.viaducttheater.com
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Now playing.: Hitchhiker's Guide, xXx, A Lot Like Love, The Interpreter, Eros, Fever Pitch, Sahara, Beauty Shop, Sin City, Guess Who, Miss Congeniality 2, Robots, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
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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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The O' Franken Factor. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages. Free. 11a-2p.: Al & Katherine Lanpher present drug-free talk radio. Also hear Randi Rhodes after, and Janeane Garofalo & Sam Seder on "The Majority Report" (8-11p).
http://ofrankenfactor.com
Air America Radio. Available locally on web-cast.
http://airamericaradio.com
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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
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Sonic Vision. All ages. $5-8 Fr+Sa: 10, 9, 8, 7p.: Groundbreaking digitally animated alternative music show takes StarRider Theater audiences on mind-warping one-of-a-kind visual roller-coaster through fantastical dreamspace. Mix by Moby featuring Radiohead, U2, David Bowie, Coldplay, Prodigy, Flaming Lips, Fischerspooner, Spiritualized, Audioslave, Stereolab, Zwan, White Zombie, more.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/sonicvision
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Different rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?: Bottom Lounge, 773/975-0505, 3206 N Wilton, Near Red/Brown Line Belmont stop, http://www.thebottomlounge.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark, Near Red Line Addison stop, metrochicago.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
Hot House, 312/362-9707, 31 East Balbo, discounted parking, near downtown train stops, hothouse.net
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, Highland Pk, ravinia.org
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Movies and Beer. Smoking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.: 8p Fr-Sa,Mo-Tu: Meet the Fockers - Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Dustin Hoffman, Barbra Streisand, Blythe Danner, Teri Polo, Owen Wilson, ...
10p Fr-Sa,Mo-Tu: Man of the House - Tommy Lee Jones, Cedric the Entertainer, Christina Milian, ...
Brew & View, 773/929-6713, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Friday 2005.04.29: ^

Arbor Day. Last Friday in April Yearly.: A special day set aside for the planting of trees. First proposed in Nebraska in 1872, later became a legal holiday there. Different date by state.
http://www.arborday.org
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** "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" now playing.: Douglas Adams, Garth Jennings, w/ Martin Freeman, Sam Rockwell, Mos Def, Zooey Deschanel, Bill Nighy, Anna Chancellor, John Malkovich, Warwick Davis, Alan Rickman, Stephen Fry, ...
http://www.hitchhikers.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"xXx State of the Union" now playing.: W/ Ice Cube, Willem Dafoe, Samuel L. Jackson, Xzibit, ...
http://www.columbia-tristar.es/xxx2
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Chicago Contemporary & Classic Art Fair. -Monday Yearly. All ages. $0-15 Mo -6p, Fr-Su 12-8p.: Presenting over 100 galleries, modern, classic, American, European, lectures, etc.
1-800/836-3470 http://www.thepiershow.com
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. LSD (US 41), exit at Illinois or Grand, then go east.
http://www.navypier.com
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Critical Mass. Last Fridays 5:30p.: THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown. Now joined by some bladers.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Enterprise. Newest Star Trek series. Fridays All ages. Free 7p.: Starring Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, Jolene Blalock, Dominic Keating, Anthony Montgomery, Linda Park, Connor Trinneer.
04.29: In a Mirror Darkly, Part II (095) - In the mirror universe, Archer commandeers the 23rd-century Defiant from the Tholians and uses it in a nefarious power grab.
http://www.startrek.com
UPN/WPWR. May repeat late Sunday.
http://www.upn.com
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* Erasure. -Saturday All ages. $28-48 7:30p.: http://erasure.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.capa.com/venues/chicago.html
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Breakbone presents the ONE series. Fr/Sa/Su -2005.05.07 18+ $20 8p.: "an unsettling, provocative multimedia dance exile work set in a series of dark, romantic, voyeuristic visions about human relationships. Recipient of the 2003 Chicago Dance & Music Alliance Award for Excellence in Performance, ONE leads the audience on a journey through a medieval castle giving glimpses into the life of each inhabitant as they explore abandonment, violence, isolation, self-hatred, jealousy and personal salvation."
http://breakbone.com
Columbia College, 1306 S Michigan. Dance Center.
http://www.dancecenter.org/
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Supernatural Chicago. Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 8-9p.: BRING A GUEST FREE with each paid admission!
Hosted by Necromancer Neil Tobin. Hear true Chicago stories of the unexplained, brought to life through audience-involving demonstrations of telepathy, clairvoyance, mediumship and magic -- at one of Chicago's most haunted nightspots. Price includes the show plus two drinks and general admission to the club.
http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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New Order Showcase. CD Release Party. 21+ 9p-4a.: DJs Trancid & Greg Haus play new singles. Showing 1993 documentary "New Order Story" at 9p.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Live Drumming. Fr/Sa 21+ $5-10 No smoking. 9p-3a.: Loaner percussions of every kind. Lessons and performances first, then immense drum circles.
Rhythm, 312/492-6100, 1108 W Randolph. At Aberdeen, six blocks W of Halsted.
http://www.drumallnight.com
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Dieselboy. 21+ $10-20 10p-?a.: RSVP on venue website for comps.
"The king of drum and bass", first time at Sound-Bar. Relaxed dress code. W/ DJs MF, Diskokitty, Pipeline.
http://djdieselboy.com
Sound-Bar, 312/787-4480, 226 West Ontario. Credit cards accepted. Walkable from Red and Brown lines.
http://sound-bar.com
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Latin Soul. Underground Latin House Fused with Live Percussion. 21+ $10 10p-2a.: Free B4 10p, 1/2 off w/ flyer.
Featuring DJs Ares, FLX, and percussionist Louie-Louie playing underground vibes.
773/612-5152 http://chicagosoundsource.com
Morseland, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan, 2 blocks N of Pratt. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.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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Surreal's "Famous Friday Soiree" Fridays 21+ 10p-4a.: Hot new Global Adrenaline weekly with dancers and percussion.
http://www.surrealchicago.com
Wet, 312/223-9232. 209 W Lake.
http://wetchicago.com
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* "Velcro" Electrodance. Last Fridays 18+ $10 11p-4a.: DJ Pier Novikov and crew.
http://retrotrashelectroclash.com
Spot6, 773/388-0185, 3343 N Clark. Two blocks north of Belmont.
http://www.spot6.com
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Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (since 1988). Fr/Sa All ages? $6-11 (also Su 7p) 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 2005.04.30: ^

Walpurgis Night. Yearly.: Also known as witches' sabbath and eve of May Day. Commemorates the 8th century saint and protectress against witchcraft.
http://www.pantheon.org/articles/w/walpurgis_night.html
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-25 4hr 10a.: 04.30: Humboldt Park.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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Anthrax. -Sunday All ages. $25 6:30p.: http://anthrax.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Grigori 3. 21+ $8 8p-5a.: W/ Lockjaw, Marazene and Digital Mindy. DJ R.B. Green after.
http://www.grigori3.com
The Note, 773/489-0011, 1565 N Milwaukee. Near Blue Line Damen stop.
http://thenotechicago.com
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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.
04.30: Where Have All the Housewives Gone?
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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iCandy. Er*tically themed dance event. Monthly. 21+ $10-20 9p-5a.: RSVP on website for discount.
Las Vegas / South Beach style scene. May include dancers, costumes, body paint, circus acts and skin. Costumes encouraged.
04.30: Garden of Eden theme.
http://www.icandyevents.com
Sound-Bar, 312/787-4480, 226 West Ontario. Credit cards accepted. Walkable from Red and Brown lines.
http://sound-bar.com
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** Nocturna (since 1988). THE Electro/Goth gathering. NEW LOCATION Last Saturdays 18+ $? 9p-3a.: 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://www.americangothicprod.com
Bottom Lounge, 773/975-0505, 3206 N Wilton. One block West of Belmont/Clark.
http://www.thebottomlounge.com
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"Pans*xual Pleasuredome" Saturdays 21+ $5 after 11p 9:30p-5a.: "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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"Contemporary Insanity" Saturdays 21+ $5+ 10p-5a.: THE BEST Industrial/EBM nite in town.
http://derklempner.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Godskitchen. Saturdays 21+ $10-20 10p-5a.: Replaces Spundae. Big name DJs, mostly house, dress well, extraordinary venue and crowd.
04.30: DJs Bad Boy Bill, Steve Smooth, JJ Perez, Spin, ...
http://www.godskitchen.com
Vision Nightclub, 312/266-2144, 640 N Dearborn. At Ontario, near Erie. Parking sometimes hard and valet fills.
http://www.visionnightclub.com
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Iron Chef. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Saturdays All ages. Free. 1hr. Repeats later. 10p.: Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
04.30: Noodle Battle, Toshikatsu Nakagawa challenges Chen.
http://www.foodtv.com
FOOD. On cable.
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Old School w/ DJ Chris Gin. Sa/Su/We 21+ Free Fr -2a, Sa 10p-3a.: Kitchen sink music, requests, video games, over 20 beers, kitchen, pool, 15 TVs.
Cans Bar and Canteen, 773/227-2277, 1640 N Damen. Wicker Park, 1blk N of North/Milwaukee.
http://www.cansbar.com
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Sonic Boom. Saturdays All ages. Free 10p-4a.: Considered by many to be Chicago's BEST dance music weekly radio show. Electronic, Industrial, Techno, Big Beat, Drum & Bass, guest DJs.
Q101. http://www.q101.com
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Sunday 2005.05.01: ^

* May Day. Also known as Labor Day in Europe. Yearly.: Honors workers. Gloriously observed in communist nations. Chicago remembers the Haymarket Massacre.
http://www.uniononline.com
http://www.chicagomayday.org
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* World Phone In Sick Day (since 1997). Yearly.: Calls attention to the loss of the eight-hour day and other quality-of-life indices in America, and more generally used to publicize dissatisfaction with new economics.
http://www.gatt.org/sickday.html
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MS WALK (since 1989). Yearly. All ages. $50-? 9a-12p.: Major charity event, 7-9 lakefront miles. Prizes, parking. There are also several related suburban walks.
312/423-1101 http://mswalk.msillinois.org
Grant Park, 312/744-3370. Red line Madison stop, various buses.
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Lenny Kravitz. All ages. $45 7p.: http://lennykravitz.com
Congress Theatre, 312/836-5900, 2135 N Milwaukee. NorthWest of North and Western. Between Blue Line Western and California stops.
http://www.congresschicago.com
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* Family Guy uncancelled re-premier. TV-MA Free 8-9p.: One of the funniest cartoon ever made, mature and cynical, first new episode in years. Followed by American Dad.
http://www.planet-familyguy.com
FOX. http://www.fox.com/familyguy
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Weekly Coffeehouse (since 1999). Sundays All ages. $5 Donation 9p-1a.: Newly resumed for one final month! 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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"Adult Swim" Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.: Extraordinarily good block of free-form thought-jazz toonage. May include Home Movies, Venture Bros, The Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Brak, Space Ghost, Harvey Birdman, Family Guy, Milk Chan, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2005.05.02: ^

Rasputina. All ages. $13.50 6p.: http://rasputina.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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 N Lincoln. One block north of Fullerton, across from the Biograph.
http://www.theredlionpub.com
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Metropolis. Mondays 21+ Free 9p-2a.: Smorgasborg of electro, nu/no wave, industrial, synthpop, italo and rock stuff DJs Trancid, Rayalin3 and Mr. Bobby.
http://www.modsquare.com
Bungalow, 1622 W Belmont. Just West of Ashland/Lincoln.
http://www.bungalowlounge.com
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"Spectrum" drum&bass. Mondays 21+ Free 10p-2a.: 05.02: Lamebrane.
http://www.bassbythepound.com/feedback-nu
Morseland, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan, 2blks E of Morse L stop. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
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Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.: Long running weekly w/ DJs Lego, Michael Serafini, JustJoey, Uncle Milty. 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, tent, private dock, free parking.
http://www.music-101.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.com
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The Daily Show w/ Jon Stewart. Emmy award winner. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages, Free. Reruns several times a day. 10-10:30p.: "The best fake news show ever!"
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2005.05.03: ^

Ben Folds. All ages. $25+ 7:30p.: http://benfolds.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
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** New Order. All ages. $47+ 7:30p.: http://www.neworderonline.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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Justify Your Existence. Monthly. 18+ $10 9p.: Local bands prove themselves. Presented by The Onion, Reckless Records, etc.
Schubas, 773/525-2508, 3159 N Southport.
http://www.schubas.com
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Testosterone Tuesday. Hard dance music, ultra buff male strippers. Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.: 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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Carmina Burana. All ages. $25+ 7:30p.: Chicago College of Performing Arts Presents.
Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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* Garbage. 18+ $31 7:30p.: http://garbage.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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George Clinton & P Funk. 18+ $33.50 7:30p.: http://www.georgeclinton.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Weezer. All ages. $27 7:30p.: http://weezer.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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Funk the Mental. Futuristic Electronic Grooves w/ Live Video Mixing. 1st Wednesdays 21+ Free. 9p-2a.: Chris Widman (WLUWs Abstract Science) & Don Solo. "a monthly electronic music soiree showcasing innovative leftfield technofunk+jazztronica+abstractbeats for your bootieus maximus". live visuals by Merkaba, $2 PBRs, $4 Cosmos.
05.04: DJ Adam Johnson, Yard live PA.
773/275-2552 http://www.cardiojam.com
Sonotheque, 312/226-7600, 1444 W Chicago. Just east of Ashland and west of Blue Line Chicago stop.
http://sonotheque.org
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"In One Ear" (since 1985). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $3 10p-?a.: "Eclectic mix of people who groove on laid-back vibes."
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Backspin. Mid-week club night featuring local turntable talent. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.: Area big name DJs join resident Chris Gin. $2 domestics, $5 RedBull/vodkas.
05.04: Tim Baker, Avex Axiom.
http://www.caliber-entertainment.com
Betty's Blue Star Lounge, 312/243-1699, 1600 W Grand. At Ashland.
http://www.bettysbluestarlounge.com
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* Tributosaurus. 1st Wednesdays 21+ $10 Early show 7p, late show 10p.: "The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
05.04: Becomes The Velvet Underground.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Women Obsession (since 1990). Ladies night for ladies. 1st/2nd/3rd Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.: W/ Go-Go Girls, drink specials, art, lessons, contests, more.
http://www.womenobsession.net
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Thursday 2005.05.05: ^

* Cinco De Mayo. Spanish for May 5th. Celebrated loudly. Yearly.: NOT an independence day. Commemorates a major victory by the outnumbered and underarmed Mexican army, against the occupying French, on this day in 1862.
http://www.vivacincodemayo.org
http://www.laraza.com
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Ascension Day. Yearly.: A Christian holiday, 40 days after easter. Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ to heaven.
http://christianity.about.com
http://www.smart.net/~mmontes/ec-cal.html
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Crossfade. All ages. $12 6p.: House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Planet Earth (since 1994). 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. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free. Mo-Fr 10a-6p, Sa 10a-5p, Su 11a-5p.: With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 77 E Randolph.
http://cityofchicago.org
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Various good modern art shows. $0-8 Free Tuesdays. We-Su 10a-5p, Tu 10a-8p, closed Mo, xgiving, xmas, nyd.: 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. $6-10, Free Tuesdays. Mo/We/Th/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Tu 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.: And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
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. 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. $0-7, Free Thursdays 5-8p. Tu-Su 10a-5p. Th -8p.: Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Natural History done right. All ages. $5-10, Free Mo/Tu 1.1-2.28+9.23-12.23. Last entry 4p, closed xmas+ny. 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-5p.: 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. $4-9 +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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2005.04.29