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2007.04.20 (week 512)

I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: Latino Film Festival at Various locations.
Movie: "Hot Fuzz" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: "The Child in You" at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: Go, Dog. Go! at Grant Park.
..-Su: Hubbard Street Dance company at Harris Theater for Music and Dance.
..-Su: Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories Show at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Start of Taurus.
Fr: Bar Revu at Mix.
Fr: Andrew Bird at Riviera Theatre.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: Smithereens at Park West.
Fr: Black Light Affair at Sound-Bar.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: National Astronomy Day.
Sa: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Sa-Su: Green Festival at McCormick Place.
Sa: Green Scene fest at Northside Prep.
Sa: FREE Martial Arts Demonstration and Intro Class at Kiku Matsu Dojo.
...

Movie:    ^
Latino Film Festival (since 1985). Over 100 screenings. -2007.04.25 Yearly. All ages. $10+ Various times.
http://www.latinoculturalcenter.org
Various locations.
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"Hot Fuzz" now playing.
W/ Simon Pegg, Martin Freeman, Bill Nighy, ...
http://www.hotfuzz.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.
Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Grindhouse, Meet the Robinsons, Blades of Glory, Reign Over Me, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, I Think I Love My Wife, Black Snake Moan, Wild Hogs, Astronaut Farmer, Number 23, Norbit, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.
8p Mo,Tu,Th: Smokin' Aces - Ben Affleck, Zach Cumer, Jason Bateman, Common, Andy Garcia, Alex Rocco, Alicia Keys, Wayne Newton, Ray Liotta, Jeremy Piven, ...
10p Mo,Tu,Th: Black Snake Moan - Christina Ricci, Samuel L. Jackson, Justin Timberlake, ...
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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Ongoing:    ^
"The Child in You" -2007.05.17 We-Fr noon-7p, Sa/Su noon-4p.
Artwork by women created from a child's perspective.
Woman Made Gallery, 773/489-8900, 2418 W Bloomingdale.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Go, Dog. Go! -2007.05.20 All ages. $20-35 Various times Fr/Sa/Su.
A musical adaptation of the P.D. Eastman book, a chaotic carnival of music and physical comedy that celebrates the brilliant simplicity of life.
312/334-7777 http://chicagochildrenstheatre.org
Grant Park, 312/744-3370, Monroe and Lake Shore Drive. Under the Big Top tent in Butler Field. Red line Madison stop, various buses.
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Hubbard Street Dance company. Modern and innovative. -Sunday All ages. $20-69+ Various times.
"Vivid Blooms", a suite of stunning new works.
866-535-HSDC http://www.hubbardstreetdance.com
Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E Randolph Dr. Millennium Park.
http://millenniumpark.org
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Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories Show. -Sunday 16+ $0-5 9:30a-5:30p.
"The biggest bargains and widest selection of spring styles are here". Buy direct from 350 vendors.
800/323-5462 http://www.jfashow.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/692-2222, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont.
http://www.rosemont.com/convcent_new.htm
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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
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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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Friday 2007.04.20:    ^
* Start of Taurus. Astrological sign, the bull. Yearly.
http://www.astrology.com
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Bar Revu. We go to bars and "REVU" them. Monthly. 21+ $10 wristband includes a drink and food. 7:30p-?a.
Group gathering for drinking, talking. Cash bar.
04.20: Combined "Chicagoland Meetup" happy hour.
http://www.barrevu.com
Mix, 773/528-7569, 2843 N Halsted. "The Lincoln Park Video Lounge" - back room.
http://2843NHalsted
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Andrew Bird. Ages? $21.50 8p.
http://www.andrewbird.net
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). 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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Smithereens. All ages. $22 8:30p.
http://www.officialsmithereens.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Black Light Affair. 21+ $0-20 9p-4a.
Illuminated body art presentation combining uv active paint, fabrics, hair and makeup.
http://uvglowin.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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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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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 2007.04.21:    ^
National Astronomy Day. Yearly.
http://www.astronomy.com
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Sa/Th $20-45 4hr 10a.
04.21: Taste of the Neighborhoods.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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Green Festival. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $? Sa 10a-8p, Su 11a-6p.
See some of the most innovative and cutting-edge green technologies in over 300 exhibits; everything from eco-fashion and natural home and health products, to solar panels, organic produce, workshops, speakers and networking.
http://greenfestivals.org
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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Green Scene fest. All ages. Free 12-5p.
Indoor/outdoor event to raise awareness about available eco-friendly practices; showcasing area green organizations, presenting environmentalism in a way that is accessible and demonstrable to visitors of all ages; providing practical ideas that visitors can integrate into everyday life. Features vendors, info booths, and hands-on activities that highlighting aspects of leading an environmentally friendly life-style, such as organic food, fair-trade products, green energy sources, and recycling and conservation programs. Bring used books, DVDs, video games, lightly used clothes for swap.
http://greenscene.caseproject.org
Northside Prep, 312/952-6736, 5501 N Kedzie Ave.
http://www.nscollegeprep.cps.k12.il.us
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FREE Martial Arts Demonstration and Intro Class. All ages. Free 3p.
respond at jknipping1@yahoo.com for guestlisting.
The Aikido World Alliance Kiku Matsu Dojo is hosting an open house, public demonstration and free introductory class in Aikido. The event will begin with a 30-minute demonstration of the Japanese martial art of Aikido, the Way of Harmonizing Energy, followed by a brief question and answer session, and then a one-hour introductory class. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Every part of the event is open to the public. Kiku Matsu Dojo offers adult Aikido classes seven days a week and kids classes three days a week in a clean, safe, and friendly environment. Meridian Touch Five Element Yoga and Classical Hatha Yoga classes are offered four days a week, and Music Together classes are offered three days a week for parents with young children.
Kiku Matsu Dojo, 773/784-4450, 4512 N Loncoln Ave. S side of Lincoln, between Welles Park and the Old Town School of Folk Music.
http://www.kikumatsudojo.com
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Aqualung. All ages. $15 7:30p.
http://aqualung.net
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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Christina Aguilera. All ages. $55-95+ 7:30p.
http://www.christinaaguilera.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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Frankie Valli. 21+ $55+ 8p.
And The Four Seasons.
http://frankievalli.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.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.
04.21: Beyond Moral Aggression: Balance, Proportion, and Equilibrium in the Market, or Not.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Umphrey's Mcgee. 18+ $30 9p.
http://umphreysmcgee.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.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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Naughty Spot. 3rd Saturdays 21+ $10 10p-3a.
Adult event hosted by Mistress Xena w/ industrial, electro, EBM and noise by DJs Peter Propaganda, Noir, Brianne, more. Extreme attire encoraged. Free admission for industry pros.
http://bondagenightchicago.com
Spot6, 773/388-0185, 3343 N Clark. 2blks N of Belmont, S of Wrigley.
http://www.spot6.com
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"Don't Spit the Water!" Saturdays $12 10:30p.
Crazy live game show in which contestants from the audience compete to keep their mouth full (not laugh) at Chicago's strangest, most hilarious comedians. Party with live jug band performance afterwards.
http://dontspitthewater.com
Playground Theater, 866/208-6298, 3209 N Halsted.
http://www.the-playground.com
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Sunday 2007.04.22:    ^
* Earth Day (since 1970). Yearly.
Reflect on ecological issues and commit to the conservation and reclamation of nature.
http://www.earthday.net
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"Party for the Planet" All ages. $0-10 10a-4p.
"Enjoy activities, crafts, and booths hosted by groups including Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and Chicago Wilderness". 11a Parade, -4p Earth Cake decorating, -3p willow branch sculpting, noon+2p performance by "Green Elvis", more.
http://www.brookfieldzoo.org
Brookfield Zoo, 708/485-0263, First Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield.
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Accessible Contemporary Music Spring Spectacular. All $6 2-3:30p.
An afternoon of eclectic music performed in an historic and cozy setting. This year featuring Austin-based composer Graham Reynolds whose music ranges from film scores like Scanner Darkly to symphonies, chamber music to experimental Jazz to the just plain undefinably awesome. Other composers on this concert include Randall West, Seth Boustead and Christopher Dietz. Grab a tasty beverage of your choice and relax to an endlessly varied and interesting music performance you won't soon forget!
312/493-8726 http://www.acmusic.org/concert_gm2007.html
Green Mill, 773/878-5552, 4802 N. Broadway. At Lawrence, off the Lawrence Red line el stop.
http://www.greenmilljazz.com
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The Simpsons new episode. Sundays All ages. Free 6p.
Preceded by new King of the Hill.
http://www.thesimpsons.com
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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Modest Mouse. All ages. $35-60 7p.
http://modestmouse.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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Disco Biscuits. 18+ $28.50+ 8:30p.
http://www.discobiscuits.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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"Adult Swim" NEW EPISODES. Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.
Extraordinarily good block of free-form thought-jazz toonage. May include Venture Bros, Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Tom Goes to the Mayor, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2007.04.23:    ^
* Chicago Improv Festival (since 1998). -2007.04.29 Yearly. $0-25 Various times.
Includes Seth Meyers, visitors from Mad TV and Upright Citizens Brigade, Schadenfreude, Boom Chicago, BASSPROV, dozens of locals. More than a week at several venues.
773/935-9810 http://www.chicagoimprovfestival.org
Athenaeum Theatre, 773/935-6860, 2936 N Southport.
http://www.athenaeumtheatre.com
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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?"
http://www.tvturnoff.org
Get a "TV-B-Gone" keychain sized universal remotes turns off any/all TVs, only $25.
https://secure.adbusters.org/orders/tvbgone
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Bright Eyes. -Tuesday All ages. $26.50 7p.
http://www.thisisbrighteyes.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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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://redlionchicago.com
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Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ 10p-4a.
Long running weekly w/ DJs Michael Serafini, Uncle Milty. others. 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, free parking, more.
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 brilliant "Colbert Report" show.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2007.04.24:    ^
Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.
Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
8p Smokin' Aces, 10p Black Snake Moan.
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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Celebration of Science (since 1997). Science Night Program. Yearly. Ages 5+ FREE FREE FREE 5:30-7p.
Come one come all to exciting and interactive hands-on science demonstrations and exhibits with REAL SCIENTISTS! Hold a human brain, learn CSI tricks, more.
A.N. Pritzker Elementary School, 773/534-4415, 2009 W Schiller Avenue. Wicker Park, between Division and Milwaukee.
http://www.pritzkerschool.org
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Smarty Pants Balloon Art & Dining Family Night. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6-8p.
Mention this ad for a free Kids Meal for any kid under 12!
See Chicago's most fantastic (and humble) balloon sculptor create "the most eye popping balloons ever seen on the planet!" Eat some tasty pizza and go home with your own balloon sculpture masterpiece. Fun for kids from 3-93!
773/562-6789 http://smartypantsworld.com
Ranalli's Restaurant, 773/334-1300, 1512 W. Berwyn. Andersonville, near Berwyn Red Line stop.
http://www.ranallisupnorth.com
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"Damaged" Tuesdays 21+ Free 9p-?a.
Industrial/Electro/New Wave weekly. Hosted by MF and Mister F.
04.24: Special Guest Scary Lady Sarah.
http://www.myspace.com/damagedchicago
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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Wednesday 2007.04.25:    ^
* Administrative Professionals Day. 4th Wednesday in April Yearly.
Day to honor and be kind to professional administrative assistants.
http://www.iaap-hq.org
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Parental Alienation Awareness Day.
Interfering with visitation is now a crime in Illinois (ILCS 720-5/10-5.5).
http://www.Parental-Alienation-Awareness.com
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The Joffrey Ballet. -2007.05.06 All ages. $20-60 Various times.
Presents "Light Rain".
http://www.joffrey.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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"Onomatopoeia" Wednesdays Ages? $5 minimum purchase. 7p-12a.
Showcasing experimental, Psymbient, IDM, Breaks, Ambient, Downtempo tunes. Resident Audioician Asmadeus.
04.25: DJ Warp - Brian Keigher is a Percussionist, Drummer, DJ and Major electronic music scene cultivator; pushing the envelope by fusing world music with abstract electronic cultures; constantly exposing people to new forms of musical expression.
http://www.psymbolic.com
Dulcenea, 201/982-6453, 1431 N Milwaukee. "An emerging event gallery in Wicker park"
http://dulcenea.org
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* "Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ Free 7p-2a.
Returning after a long venue remodeling break.
04.25: Random Event, Beet, Bad Lieutenant, MC Sharpness, Pipeline, Stunna.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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Ricky Martin. All ages. $41-91+ 8p.
http://rickymartin.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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VNV Nation. 18+ $23-26 8p.
W/ DJ Scary Lady Sarah.
http://www.vnvnation.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $2 10p-?a.
"Eclectic mix of people who groove on laid-back vibes."
http://www.myspace.com/inoneear
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2007.04.26:    ^
* Take Your Child to Work Day (since 1993). 4th Thursday in April Yearly.
Parent's opportunity to educate their children on the nature of employment.
http://takeourdaughterstowork.org
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Gilbert Gottfried. 21+ $25++ 7p.
http://www.gilbertgottfried.com
Zanies Comedy Club, 312/337-4027, 1548 North Wells. 1/2 south of North Ave and Wells St.
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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-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p.
With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/346-3278 (FINE-ART), 77 E Randolph.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/culturalcenter/
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-10, 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. $12 Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-5p, Th 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.
And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
Art Institute 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. $6-12. Last entry 4p, closed xmas. 9a-5p.
"Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, world culture, geology, ecology, much more.
Field Museum, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.fmnh.org
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Exhibits covering 4000 years of surgical history. Not for the squeamish. All ages. $3-6, Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p. Closed 12.24-25, 12.31-1.1.
International Museum of Surgical Science, 312/642-6502, 1524 N Lake Shore.
http://www.imss.org
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World class zoo. Now with web cams. All ages. Free (Building hours vary) 9a-6p.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $6-11 +parking/movies, Sometimes free. Mo-Sa 9:30a-4p, Su 11a-4p.
Exhibits include clock (possibly the best historical collection in existence), trains, toys, flight, genetics, chemistry, coal, petroleum, human body slices, cyberspace, farming, the U-505, TONS of space flight tech, and much more.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
http://www.msichicago.org
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Truly stunning world class aquarium. $11-18, some deal days. Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), some later days.
Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.
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2007.04.20