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2007.08.31 (week 531)

All good things...

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: "Balls of Fury" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "Halloween" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Ongoing: Jazz Poster Exhibition at Poster Plus.
Ongoing: Rhinoceros Theater Festival at The Curious Theatre Branch.
..-Su: Chicago Jazz Festival at Grant Park.
..-Su: Bristol Renaissance Faire.
..-Mo: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
..-Tu: FINAL WEEKEND: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Skate Rave from Daley Plaza.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Ongoing: The Blu Mic at Apollo Studio Theater.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Sa: Cactuspalooza at Cactus Bar & Grill.
...

Movie:    ^

"Balls of Fury" now playing.

Dan Fogler, Christopher Walken, George Lopez, Maggie Q, ...
http://www.ballsoffury.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"Halloween" now playing.

Rob Zombie produced with Malcolm McDowell, Tyler Mane, Daeg Faerch, Sheri Moon, Scout Taylor-Compton, ...
http://www.halloween-themovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.

Mr. Bean's Holiday, Resurrecting the Champ, The Nanny Diaries, War, Rush Hour 3, Stardust, Becoming Jane, El Cantante, Bourne Ultimatum, Underdog, The Simpsons, Hairspray, Chuck and Larry, Sunshine, Harry Potter 5, License to Wed, Transformers, Live Free or Die Hard, Ratatouille, Sicko, Evan Almighty, Fantastic Four 2, Knocked Up, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p Fr,Mo-Th; 7p Su: Pirates of the Caribbean 3 - Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Geoffrey Rush, Jonathan Pryce, Bill Nighy, ...
11p Fr,Mo-Th; 10p Su: Fantastic Four 2 - Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba, Chris Evans, Michael Chiklis, Julian McMahon, Doug Jones, Laurence Fishburne, ...
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:    ^

Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2007.09.30 Yearly.

Participate in any of the over 150 events. Helmet sale and Police auction, workshops and safety checks, lectures and clinics, neighborhood tours and family events, contests and stunt shows, parades and more!! Bikes temporarily allowed on certain train and bus lines at certain times. Mayor's Office of Special Events, see site or call.
312/744-3315 http://cityofchicago.org
Various City Locations.
http://biketraffic.org
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Jazz Poster Exhibition. -2007.09.16 All ages. Free 10a-6p.

Showing American and European jazz performance posters, including 1980s Art Ensemble of Chicago posters drawn from private collections, a rare 1934 Cab Calloway poster, and a selection of Chicago Jazz Festival posters dating back to the 1st festival in 1979. Most are for sale.
http://www.posterplus.com/department.asp?deptid=3990
Poster Plus, 312/461-9277, 200 S. Michigan Ave.
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Rhinoceros Theater Festival (since 1989). -2007.10.28 Yearly. $15+ Various days and times.

Showcase of experimental new plays.
The Curious Theatre Branch, 773/267-6660, 3502 N Elston.
http://curioustheatrebranch.com
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Chicago Jazz Festival (since 1979). -Sunday Yearly. 12-9:30p.

Mostly locals. Many tributes. See event website for details.
312/427-1676 http://www.jazzinstituteofchicago.org
Grant Park. Petrillo Music Shell. Also at the Cultural Center.
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* FINAL WEEKEND: Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2007.09.02 Yearly. All ages. $8-16+ Coupons online. 10a-7p.

Open just nine enchanted weekends, rain or shine. Spend all day. Hundreds of costumed performers (about a dozen stages) including Queen Elizabeth & Court, over 160 unique artisans all within a recreated 16th Century village. Mouth watering foods of all description (several dozen booths) and aroma & fine imported ales. Big, fun, joyful, semi-realistic, classic goth outing, costumes encouraged, sometimes hot.
Renaissance Village, 847/395-7773, 12550 120th, Kenosha WI. 94 North to Russell Rd (Exit 1), left (W) to Frontage Rd, right to 128 then follow signs.
http://renfair.com/bristol
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FINAL WEEKEND: Cirque Shanghai: Bai Xi. -2007.09.03 All ages. $12-30+ We-Su various time.

The best acrobats from the most acclaimed troupes direct from China thrilling audiences with a stunning combination of circus arts set in a breathtaking full-scale theatrical performance.
312/902-1500 http://cirqueshanghai.com
Navy Pier, Skyline Stage, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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FINAL WEEKEND: Summer Vacation. -2007.09.04 Yearly.

Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.

Fr/08.31: Tony Bennett / AARP Presents / The Best is Yet To Come Tour, Pavilion $15-85 8p.
Sa/09.01: The Beach Boys, Pavilion $15-50 7:30p.
Su/09.02: Diana Krall / Chris Botti, Pavilion $20-90 7p.
Mo/09.03: Labor Day Spectacular / Ravinia Festival Orchestra, Pavilion $10-40 7p.
Tu/09.04: Vladimir Feltsman on Piano, Martin Theatre $10-50 8p.
We/09.05: Splashdance, Bennett-Gordon Hall $20 5p.
Th/09.06: "Goldberg" Variations, Martin Theatre $10-40 8p.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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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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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Cut out the middlemen. -2007.10.30 Yearly. All ages. Free.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 7a-2p 06.12-10.30.
Tu: Federal Plaza, Adams/Dearborn, 7a-3p 5.17-10.4.
Th: Daley Plaza 7a-3p 05.17-10.04.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 7a-2p 07.07-10.25.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 7a-2p 07.07-10.27.
Sa: Edgewater, Broadway&Norwood 06.17-10.21.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Orchard 7a-2p 05.19-10.27.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 7a-2p 06.02-10.27.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 7a-2p 06.09-10.20.
Su: WickerPark, WickerPark&Damen 7a-2p 06.03-10.21.
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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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 2007.08.31:    ^

Critical Mass. Last Fridays All ages Free 5:30p.

THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Skate Rave. Bladers Take Downtown. 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. Sprinkled w/ Chicago Skate Patrol members. Protective gear (esp. helmet) now required. Weather permitting. Different themed tour each month.
08.31: "Gangsta" theme. Ends at All star Sports bar at Presidential Towers around 9:30ish.
http://www.road-raves.org
Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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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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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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The Blu Mic. Stand-Up Comedy Performances. Fridays -2007.09.28 17+ $10. About 70min. 10:30p.

Mention this at the box office ad and receive $5 off per ticket
Check out Chicagoland's top stand-up comedians in an intimate, comfortable theater setting. With so many talented, diverse comedians residing in Chicagoland, audiences will be treated to hilariously unique perspectives during each and every show.
http://nicklullo.com/html/the_blu_mic.html
Apollo Studio Theater, 773/935-6100, 2540 N Lincoln.
http://www.apollochicago.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.
Also The Fool (Returns to His Chair) nightly -09.29 at 8p.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://www.neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2007.09.01:    ^

Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2007.10.28 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks. 6a-3p.

500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://www.wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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Cactuspalooza. Saturdays 21+ $5 12-8p.

First annual new fall music festival. Eight hours of live music from at least five indie bands. Bar munchies and Corona beer specials, and Corona door prizes such as coolers, golf bags, etc.
http://www.cactuspalooza.com
Cactus Bar & Grill, 312/922-3830, 404 S Wells Street.
http://www.dontdrinkandtrade.com
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FINAL WEEKEND: Stopping Lessons by Chicago Skate Patrol. Sa/Su -2007.09.02 Yearly. All ages. Free 12-3p.

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
http://www.nsp-chicago.org
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* Projekt Revolution Tour. All ages. $24-70 12:45p.

With Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance, Taking Back Sunday, HIM, Placebo, Julien-K, Mindless Self Indulgence, Saosin, The Bled, Styles of Beyond, Madina Lake.
FMWB Ampitheatre, 708/614-1616, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. (formerly Tweeter) South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.com
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Miss Continental Pageant. -Sunday Yearly. 21+ $65-75+ 7p.

A major Vegas style transgendered / female impersonators event.
312/527-9338 http://TheBatonShowLounge.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
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* "The Princess Club" -2007.10.07 Ages 14+ $20 Sa 4p, Th/Fr/Sa/Su 7:30p.

Spins classic fairy tales in an exploration of gender roles, fantasy, and beauty by an all-female ensemble. Through outrageous physicality, transforming tapestries, and a hip hop runway featuring Redmoon's version of haute couture, the princesses explore the virtues and vices of being naughty and nice.
Redmoon Central, 312/850-8440, 1463 W Hubbard.
http://www.redmoon.org
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Brian P Dailey new stuff old stuff. All ages. $? 8p.

New juggling and not jugglings, some super 8 collabs, more. With Bruce Bailey & Dharmesh Bhagat.
http://www.myspace.com/brianpdailey
Aloft Loft, 773/507-2604, 941 N. California Ave.
http://www.aloftaerialdance.com
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* Nocturna (since 1988). THE Electro/Goth gathering. Monthly. 18+ $17 8p-5a.

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.
09.01: Live performances by CombiChrist, Imperative Reaction and Modulate! SLS birthday party favours and treats.
http://www.americangothicprod.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.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.
09.01: College Regulars Return - Topic To Be Announced.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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V103 Hot Mix 5 Reunion part 1. 21+ $45+ 9p.

With Farley Jackmaster Funk, Mixin Mickey Oliver, Scott Silz, Kenny Jammin Jason , Ralphi Rockin Rosario.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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"Twisted" Saturdays 21+ $0 -11p, $5 -1a, $7+ 9:30p-5a.

"Meet and mingle with a truly diverse crowd. Dress up or dress down... this is the place to be what you want to be!"
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We 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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"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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Colonel Ritters's Spectacular Hour of Wonderment (S.H.O.W.). Saturdays 21+ $5 12a.

Fairly excellent bunch of goofy vaudeville acts, live band, booze, and an intermission. Actual duration may vary.
Lakeshore Theater, 773/472-3492, 3175 N Broadway.
http://lakeshoretheater.com
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Sunday 2007.09.02:    ^

World's Highest Haircuts. All ages. Free 10a-2p.

Pursuing a Guinness world records, Supercuts gives free back-to-school haircuts to children (and adults with donation) in the observatory, 1000 feet up.
John Hancock Center Observatory, 312/751-3681, 875 N Michigan. On top of one of the world's tallest buildings.
http://www.hancock-observatory.com
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Download Festival. All ages. $40 1p.

With The Shins, Snoop Dogg, Brand New, Band Of Horses, Wolf Parade, Honey Cut, De Novo Dahl.
http://www.downloadfestival.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://www.charteronepavilion.com
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* Neo Anniversary party (since 1979). Yearly. 21+ $? 8p-4a.

Legendary annual bash. Dress for photos. Probably spinning dark-wave and 80s. DJs Jeff Moyer, Ryan Bedlam, Razer X, Kamar, QBot.
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. No free parking.
http://neo-chicago.com
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My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult. 21+ $18 Doors 8p. 9p.

http://www.mylifewiththethrillkillkult.com
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.doubledoor.com
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V103 Hot Mix 5 Reunion part 2. 21+ $45+ 9p.

With Mickey Mixin Oliver, Farley Jackmaster Funk, Kenny Jammin' Jason, Scott Smokin' Silz, James "D-train" Williams.
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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, Tim and Eric's Awesome Show Great Job, Metalocalypse, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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"The End" Sundays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

A club "Industry" night with quality local guest DJs. "Warning: we will get you drunk and try to make out with you."
http://www.myspace.com/theendchicago
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.smartbarchicago.com
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Jerry Lewis MDA telethon (since 1966). -Monday Yearly. 21.5hrs 10p.

Absolutely stuffed with major comedy and music stars. Web-simul-cast.
http://www.mdausa.org/telethon
WGN. http://www.wgntv.com
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Madonnarama. 1st Sundays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

All Madonna music and videos all night with DJ Riley York. Classics, rare tracks, remixes, etc.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Monday 2007.09.03:    ^

Labor Day. 1st Monday in September Yearly.

Honors working people and celebrates their history and accomplishments. Essentially identical to the European May Day celebrated on May 1st. First observed in NYC on 1882.09.05 by the Knights of Labor.
http://www.dol.gov/dol/opa/public/aboutdol/laborday.htm
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W.O.O.G.M.S. Labor Day Parade (since 1964). Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society. 1st Monday in September Yearly. All ages. Free 11a.

"Everybody marches, nobody just watches". Some performers and a few dozen patriotic neighbors participe and rally after at St. Joseph Hospital.
Lakeview, 773/327-4924, Wellington at Pinegrove. Continues about seven blocks north to 2900 N LSD.
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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 2007.09.04:    ^

Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.

Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
8p Pirates of the Caribbean 3; 11p Fantastic Four 2.
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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Chicago Public Schools open. Yearly. 8a.

http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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Smarty Pants Balloon Art & Family Dining Night. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6-8p.

Mention this ad for a free Kids under 12 Meal!
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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Wednesday 2007.09.05:    ^

* "Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ Free 7p-2a.

09.05: DJs Fabio (UK), Carbide.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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* Tributosaurus. Monthly. 21+ $15 7p and 10p.

"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
09.05: Becomes John Lennon.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.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 2007.09.06:    ^

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals. All ages. $35-50 8p.

http://benharper.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Macy Gray & The Brand New Heavies. 18+ $48+ 8:30p.

http://www.macygray.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Big C Jamboree (since 1991). 1st Thursdays 21+ Free 9:30p-?a.

Longest running local Rockabilly night. Multiple bands perform 40s-50s style swing, blues, rock-n-roll, swiftly and simply to a jumpin party crowd, many in period getups.
http://bigcjamboree.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-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, 312/744-6630, 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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Notes:    ^

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2007.08.31