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2005.12.02 (week 440)

Bow down before the mighty power of Santa

RECOMMENDED:

Ongoing: FREE Collection of Holiday Songs and Recipes.
Ongoing: Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: A Winter Wonderland at Cuneo.
Ongoing: 500 Clown Christmas Carol at The Storefront Theater.
Ongoing: Ice Skating.
Ongoing: "From Nothing" at Redmoon Central.
Ongoing: "Cubicle" An Office Space Musical! at National Pastime Theatre.
Ongoing: The O' Franken Factor on Air America Radio.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Sonic Vision at Adler Planetarium.
Fr: Britney Spears Birthday.
Ongoing: "Aeon Flux " now playing everywhere.
Fr: Cigar Night at Exit.
Fr: First Friday at Museum of Contemporary Art.
Fr: Korn at Congress Theatre.
Fr: Holiday Concert with The Boston Pops at UIC Pavilion.
Fr: "Eight:18 Circus of the Spirit" at Unity Chicago.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: DJ Chris Gin at Cans Bar and Canteen.
Fr: Live Drumming at Rhythm.
...

Seasonal:    ^

** FREE Collection of Holiday Songs, Recipes and Stories. -2005.12.25 Yearly. All ages. Free.

Check out this terrific comprehensive set of popular holiday songs, recipes and stories. Also available for POCKET ORGANIZERS!
http://bedno.com/winter
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Christkindlmarket (since 1997). Festive German style holiday market. -2005.12.22 Yearly. All ages. Free Su-Th -8p, Fr/Sa -9p 11a.

50 Timber cabins, ethnic foods, fine crafted gifts, music, sweets. Changes to a broader ethnic market after 12.22.
Daley Plaza, 312/744-3370, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://cityofchicago.org
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HOLIDAY CLASSICS. -2005.12.31 Yearly. All ages.

* A Christmas Carol: 11.19-12.26 Goodman Theatre, 312/443-3800, 200 S Columbus, http://goodman-theatre.org
* The Nutcracker: 12.14-28 Joffrey Ballet, Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress, $15-90, http://www.joffrey.com
* Free photo with Santa: for 94th floor visitors 11.26-12.23 Sa-Su 11a-5:30p. John Hancock Center Observatory, 312/751-3681, 875 N Michigan, http://hancock-observatory.com
* Decorated State Street Store Windows: Downtown Carson Pirie Scott, Marshall Field's.
* Christmas Around The World: 11.18-1.8 Dozens of spectacular International holiday decorated trees, Museum of Science and Industry, http://www.msichicago.org
* Zoolights: 11.25-12.11 Over a million lights, Lincoln Park Zoo, http://www.lpzoo.com
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A Winter Wonderland. -2006.01.01 Yearly. All ages. $5-10/car. Closed xmas+eve. 6-10p.

Drive thru gardens lavishly decoarated with holiday themed lights and music. Also Christmas' past exhibit inside.
Cuneo, 847/362-3042, 1350 N Milwaukee, Vernon Hills. Near 94+60.
http://www.cuneomuseum.org
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500 Clown Christmas Carol. -2006.01.07 All ages. $10-15 Su 3p, Th-Sa 7:30p.

"A pop-rock show featuring A Christmas Carol based songs amid a deconstructed blend of circus arts and improvisation."
312/697-0722 http://www.500clown.com
The Storefront Theater, 312/742-8497, 66 E Randolph.
http://www.storefronttheater.org
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Ice Skating. -2006.02.27 Yearly.

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://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Ongoing:    ^

"From Nothing" -2005.12.23 All ages. $10 We-Fr 6:30-9:30p, Sa+Su 3-8p.

"An invitation to an extraordinary space created to fit fity people to engage and explore an entirely new experience a non-theater theatrical event."
312/850-8440
Redmoon Central, 1438 W Kinzie.
http://www.redmoon.org
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"Cubicle" An Office Space Musical! Fr/Sa -2005.12.17 18+ $10-15 11p.

irreverent, unauthorized, musical parody of the cult classic film. From the company that gave you "Shakesploitation", "Evil Dead: The Musical" and "Miyagi: A Karate Kid Musical". Watch as Peter, Michael Bolton (not that one) and Samir team up with Lumbergh, the Bobs, and Milton to deliver brand new musical numbers like "A Case of the Mondays" and "Do it with Flair!" And what happens when Milton goes crazy?
773/989-4515 http://www.nmtchicago.org
National Pastime Theatre, 773/327-7077, 4139 N Broadway. 3blks N of Red Line Sheridan stop.
http://npt2.com
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Now playing.

Pride & Prejudice, Rent, Syriana, The Ice Harvest, Yours, Mine and Ours, Harry Potter 4, Walk The Line, Bee Season, Jesus is Magic , Zathura, Chicken Little, Jarhead, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Prime, Saw II, The Legend of Zorro, The Weather Man, In Her Shoes, Waiting, Wallace & Gromit, Corpse Bride, ...
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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The O' Franken Factor. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages. Free. 11a-2p.

Drug-free and honest talk radio. Other radically patriotic shows include Randi Rhodes, Janeane Garofalo, Jerry Springer and more working hard to liberate America.
http://www.ofrankenfactor.com
Air America Radio, WCPT 850 AM. Also 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,Tu,We,Th; 7p Su: The 40 Year Old Virgin - Judd Apatow w/ Steve Carell, Catherine Keener, Paul Rudd, Romany Malco, Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Leslie Mann, Jane Lynch, ...
10p Fr,Tu,We,Th; 9p Su: Wedding Crashers - David Dobkin w/ Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughn, Rachel McAdams, Christopher Walken, ...
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 2005.12.02:    ^

* Britney Spears Birthday (since 1981). Yearly.

http://www.britneyspears.com
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"Aeon Flux " now playing.

Based on Peter Chung's awesome animated series, w/ Charlize Theron, Marton Csokas, Jonny Lee Miller, Sophie Okonedo, Frances McDormand, ...
http://www.aeonflux.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Cigar Night. "Nicorific" 1st Fridays 21+ $? 6-10p.

Notorius monthly event that balks the impending smoking ban. Miscreants, raffles, food, booze, crazy videos, and tobacco galore.
Exit, 312/395-2700, 1315 W North.
http://www.exitchicago.com
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* First Friday. Music, art, snax, specialty drinks, creative types and gold coasters. 1st Fridays 21+ $7-14 6-10p.

12.02: "Winter Wonderland" digital-dating bar, DJ Madrid.
Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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Korn. All ages. $29.50 Doors 6:30p.

http://korn.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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Holiday Concert with The Boston Pops. All ages. $? 8p.

UIC Pavilion, 312/413-4750, 525 South Racine.
http://www.vcsa.uic.edu/MainSite/departments/uic_pavilion/home/
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"Eight:18 - A Circus of the Spirit" 1st Fridays All ages. $8-10 8p-12a.

DJs, global music, live-tronica, drum circles, yoga, artwork, massage, healing, improv, video, food, drink, much more. Alcohol and smoke free. "Spirit-expressing-with-respect is the essence of this event, w/ peace, love, understanding, tolerance, diversity, respect, and unity!"
Unity Chicago, 773/973-0007, 1925 Thome. S/W of Devon/Ridge.
http://unitychicago.org
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Supernatural Chicago. Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 8-9p.

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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DJ Chris Gin. Fr/Sa/Tu/We 21+ Free 9p-?a.

Kitchen sink music, requests, video games, over 20 beers, kitchen, pool, 15 TVs, Bloody Mary's and brunch. Tu: 2-for-1 appetizers and shots; We: New Wave; Fr+Sa: 80s hits and more.
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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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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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 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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* Electrobash. 1st Fridays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

DJs RazerX and Ryan Bedlam spin electro-clash, nuwave, and classic industrial.
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Iron Chef. Fiercely competitive cooking translated from Japan. Fridays All ages. Free. 1hr. Repeats later. 10p.

Drinking game: sip a Saki each time Ota says "Fukui-san!"
12.02: Abalone battle.
http://www.foodtv.com
FOOD. On cable.
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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 2005.12.03:    ^

Christmas Festival. Yearly.

Carols, entertainment, refreshments, Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Tree lighting ceremony at 4p.
Lincoln Square, Giffings Plaza, 773/561-5535, 4700 N Lincoln. Western stop on brown line.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-25 4hr 10a.

12.03: Holiday Shopping - South.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.chgocitytours.com
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Journey. All ages. $40-73 7:30p.

http://www.journeymusic.com
Genesee Theatre, 847/782-2366, 203 N Genesee, Waukegan. Half block south of Grand.
http://www.geneseetheatre.com
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Hillary Clinton Fundraiser. 21+ $50-200 8-11p.

With the senator, special musical guest, DJ Biz Markie, and one hour open bar.
312/943-8371 http://hillaryclinton.com
Crobar, 312/413-7000, 1543 N Kingsbury.
http://www.crobarnightclub.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.
12.03: How to Cope With Religion Bashing - The Might Strength of One.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Reverend Horton Heat. 18+ $21 9p.

W/ Supersuckers and Split Lip Rayfield.
http://www.reverendhortonheat.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.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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* "Shimmer" 21+ $5 10p-3a.

DJ Scary Lady Sarah spinning dream pop / shoegazer / heavenly voices music and beautiful videos all night long.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Elbo Room, 773/549-5549, 2871 N Lincoln. One block North of Diversey, three blocks South of Belmont, at George.
http://www.elboroomchicago.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 2005.12.04:    ^

** Toys For Tots motorcycle parade (since 1978). 1st Sunday in December Yearly. All ages. Bring a toy. 9:30a.

World's largest, drawing over 20000 participants! Many biker Santas.
Dan Ryan Woods, 83rd and Western. Travels all the way North to Foster.
http://www.chicagolandtft.org
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Rembrandt Chamber Players. Winter Holiday Delights. All $6-$28 2 5p.

Chamber music concert showcasing works by Telemann, Dominic Argento, Ned Rorem and Vivaldi with guest soloists soprano Linda Mabbs and violinist David Perry.
312/360-3145 http://www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org
Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago Ave., Evanston.
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Fiona Apple. All ages. $39 7p.

http://fiona-apple.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.org
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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 2005.12.05:    ^

Tales of Terror (since 1993). 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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"Beatdown" drum&bass. 1st/3rd Mondays 21+ Free 9p-2a.

12.05: DJs Bio-Booster, Local Hero, Tolgar, Johnny O.
http://www.bassbythepound.com/feedback-nu
The Tini Martini Ranch, 773/269-2900, 2169 N Milwaukee. Logan Square.
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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!" Followed by the new "Colbert Report" show.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2005.12.06:    ^

Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays.

Beer, Smoking, Heckling, FUN!
8p 40 Year Old Virgin, 10p Wedding Crashers.
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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Carly Simon. All ages. $32-65 7:30p.

http://carlysimon.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Rembrandt Chamber Players. Winter Holiday Delights. All $6-28 7:30p.

Inaugural chamber music concert in new critically acclaimed Lyon and Healy Hall with sweeping views of the Chicago Skyline. Showcases works by Telemann, Dominic Argento, Ned Rorem and Vivaldi with guest soloists soprano Linda Mabbs and violinist David Perry. Mention this listing for free second ticket.
312/360-3145 http://www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org
Lyon and Healy Hall, 312/786-1881, 168 N Ogden. Free Parking at American Lung Assoc. Lot (1/4blk S of Randolph).
http://www.lyonhealy.com
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* Lady Sovereign. 21+ $13-15 9:30p.

Bad-assed vertically challenged MC-rhymer soon releasing on Def Jam. W/ Ghislain Poirier and DJ Chris Widman.
http://www.ladysovereign.com
Empty Bottle, 773/276-3600, 1035 N Western.
http://www.emptybottle.com
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Wednesday 2005.12.07:    ^

* Best Holiday Decorated Houses Tour. TWO TOURS ONLY. -Friday Yearly. All ages. $25+.

By Mary Edsey, author of the award-winning guidebook "The Best Christmas Decorations in Chicagoland". View spectacular displays in the northwest suburbs. See everything from a 30' snowman to a 3-story Christmas tree that pops through the roof of a 2-story home. The approximate 2 hour tour includes a dozen displays in Rosemont, Niles, DesPlaines and Lincolnwood.
12.07 (We): Howard Moore Center, Forest Park, ?p.
12.09 (Fr): Leaves from Schaumburg Public Library, 130 S Roselle Road, 847-985-4000, 6:30-10:30p.
888/404-9402 http://christmashouses.com
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Pearl Harbor Day (since 1941). Yearly.

Remembers Japanese suprise attack which brought the U.S. into WW II. Almost 2400 Americans were killed and 1300 injured, 18 ships and 200 aircraft destroyed.
http://www.execpc.com/~dschaaf/mainmenu.html
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Chicago Remembers Pearl Harbor. Yearly. All ages. Free 11-11:45a.

Mayor and local survivors speak, wreath drop, performance by Great Lakes Naval Band.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/specialevents
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. Terrace A.
http://www.navypier.com
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Mikey O's Holiday Giggle (since 2002). 21+ $20 7p.

10 comedians, 10 charities, 2 bands.
http://mikeyocomedy.com
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://joesbar.com/calendar/calendar.cfm
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* "Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ Free 7p-2a.

After a two year break this long running event returns, to a new location.
12.07: 7 Year Anniversary w/ producer "Digital" and BBP cru.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/772-3355, 859 N Damen.
http://www.chicagobarproject.com/Reviews/Lava/Lava.htm
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Barenaked Ladies. All ages. $28-53 7:30p.

http://barenakedladies.com
Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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"In One Ear" (since 1989). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays All ages. $2 9p-?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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Funk the Mental. Futuristic Electronic Grooves w/ Live Video Mixing. 1st Wednesdays 21+ $0-5 9p-2a.

Chris Widman (WLUW) & Dave Siska (WNUR). "a monthly electronic music soiree showcasing innovative leftfield technofunk jazztronica abstractbeats for your bootieus maximus". Visuals by Merkaba. Drink deals.
12.07: DJs Josh Wener and Warp.
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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South Park NEW EPISODE. Wednesdays All ages. Free 9p.

Followed by a new Drawn Together.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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* Tributosaurus. 1st Wednesdays 21+ $10 7p and 10p.

"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
12.07: Becomes "Simon And Garfunkel"
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Thursday 2005.12.08:    ^

Backstreet Boys. $22-42 7:30p.

103.5 Kiss FM Jingle Ball, w/ Natasha Bedingfield, Rihanna, D4L and The Click Five.
http://backstreetboys.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Bar Revu. We go to bars and "REVU" them. Monthly. 21+ 7:30p-?a.

Group gathering for drinking, talking. Cash bar.
12.08: Annual holiday party. Carnivale, 312-850-5005, 702 W Fulton Market (Formerly Drink, between Halsted and Desplaines), http://www.carnivalechicago.com
http://www.barrevu.com
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Hot Tuna. 21+ $25 9p.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.
http://hottuna.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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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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Attractions:    ^

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/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-4:30p, Th 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. Su/Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10a-5p. Th/Sa 10a-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-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. $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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2005.12.02