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2007.12.28 (week 548)

NO SMOKING
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Movie: "The Bucket List" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "The Great Debaters" now playing everywhere.
..-Th: FREE Collection of Holiday Songs and Recipes.
Ongoing: Ice Skating.
..-Su: The Hipmas Carol at Apollo Theater.
Ongoing: A Winter Wonderland at Cuneo.
Ongoing: Winter Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier.
Ongoing: Hunchback at Redmoon Central.
..-Mo: Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy at Chicago Theatre.
Ongoing: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
..-Sa: Mayor Daley's Holiday Sports Festival at McCormick Place.
Fr: Critical Mass at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Lucky Boys Confusion at Metro.
Fr: Styx at Star Plaza Theatre.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: BT live "laptop symphony" at Sound-Bar.
..-Sa: Sister Hazel at House of Blues.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
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Movie:    ^
"Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem" now playing.
Reiko Aylesworth, Steven Pasquale, Shareeka Epps, John Ortiz, ...
http://www.avp-r.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"The Bucket List" now playing.
Rob Reiner with Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, ...
http://thebucketlist.warnerbros.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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"The Great Debaters" now playing.
Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, ...
http://www.thegreatdebatersmovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.
Sweeney Todd, Charlie Wilson's War, National Treasure 2, P.S. I Love You, Walk Hard, Alvin and the Chipmunks, I Am Legend, Golden Compass, Enchanted, Beowulf, Mr. Magorium, Fred Claus, Lions for Lambs, Bee Movie, Martian Child, Dan in Real Life, Darjeeling Limited, Saw IV, Across The Universe, Elizabeth The Golden Age, Lars and the Real Girl, Michael Clayton, Why Did I Get Married?, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal:    ^
** FREE Collection of Holiday Songs, Recipes and Stories. -2008.01.03 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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Ice Skating. -2008.02.29 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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The Hipmas Carol (since 2000). -2007.12.30 Yearly. All ages. $12-22 Various times.
Blends beat poetry, spoken word, storytelling and live music to deliver the classic story with an urban edge.
http://www.headcheesefatboss.com/hipmascarol/story.htm
Apollo Theater, 773/935-6100, 2540 N Lincoln.
http://www.apollochicago.com
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A Winter Wonderland. -2008.01.05 Yearly. All ages. $5-10/car. Closed xmas+eve. 6-10p.
Drive thru gardens lavishly decorated 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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Winter Vacation. -2008.01.06 Yearly.
Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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* Winter Wonderfest. -2008.01.06 Yearly. All ages. $10-17 Su-Th -8p, Fr+Sa 10a-10p.
Festival Hall will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring hundreds of lush decorated trees, sparkling lights, wintertime decorations and a main town square with vending. Includes ice rink, large inflatable slide/bungee games. Santa and elves listen to children's wishes in a mountain top village.
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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Ongoing:    ^
Hunchback. -2008.01.20 Ages? $35 Su 4p, Th-Sa 8p.
Remount of the company's acclaimed adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel; a hypnotic, dark, monumental tale of loss and redemption featuring multiple styles of puppetry.
Redmoon Central, 312/850-8440, 1463 W Hubbard.
http://www.redmoon.org
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Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy. (Not Du Soleil). -2007.12.31 All ages. $20-57+ 7:30p.
"90-minute 2-act dreamscape of nighttime imagery that redefines the boundaries of ingenuity and imagination. International cast of acrobats, contortionists and aerialists perform under a multi-million dollar ultra violet stage".
http://cirqueproductions.com/cirquedreams.htm
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.
Pickup Reader and NewCity magazines.
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 2007.12.28:    ^
Mayor Daley's Holiday Sports Festival (since 2000). Dozens of activities planned. -Saturday Yearly. All ages. 10a-4p.
Includes tournaments and play zones. Spectators free, registration and fee to participate. Enjoy bungee run, climbing wall, bowling, fishing, aerobics, boxing, golf, ping-pong, badminton, four square, double dutch, tennis, adventure, whiffle ball, fencing, more.
312/744-3315 http://chicagoholidaysportsfestival.us
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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* Critical Mass (since 1996). Last Fridays All ages Free 5:30p.
THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown. Unplanned route slowly winds a dozen miles or so. Over a thousand attend. Includes music, hipsters, athletes, freak bikes, more. Skaters welcome.
Daley Plaza, 773/486-4861, 50 W Washington.
http://www.chicagocriticalmass.org
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Lucky Boys Confusion. 18+ $18+ 8p.
"Songs From A Scene..." with One Life, Roosevelt Jenkins, Once In Forever.
http://www.luckyboys.com/
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Styx. All ages. $38-48+ 8p.
http://www.styxworld.com/
Star Plaza Theatre, 219/791-1234, 8001 Delaware Place, Merrilville IN. I-65 and U.S. 30.
http://starplazatheatre.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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BT live "laptop symphony" 21+ $? 9p-4a.
http://www.btmusic.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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Sister Hazel. -Saturday 18+ $25+ 9p.
W/ The Alternate Routes.
http://sisterhazel.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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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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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.
8p Fr-Sa,Tu-Th; 7p Su: Superbad - Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, ...
10p Fr-Sa,Tu-Th; 9p Su: 40 Year Old Virgin - Judd Apatow w/ Steve Carell, Catherine Keener, Paul Rudd, Romany Malco, Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Leslie Mann, Jane Lynch, ...
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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Saturday 2007.12.29:    ^
Lucky Boys Confusion. All ages. $18+ 6p.
"Songs From A Scene..." with White Tie Affair, The Assembly, Tonight The Prom.
http://www.luckyboys.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Umphrey's McGee. -Monday 18+ $30 Three shows. Sa 6p, Su 7p, Mo 8p.
Sa: w/ The Wailers. Su: w/ Tortoise, Mo: band's 10th anniversary concret.
http://umphreysmcgee.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.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.
12.29: American Monetary Institute - Why Gov't Must Control Money.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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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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"Scary Propaganda" 21+ $5 10p-3a.
Dark DJ Duo of Scary Lady Sarah and Peter Propaganda spinning goth/post-punk/deathrock/industrial.
http://americangothicprod.com
Morseland, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
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Sunday 2007.12.30:    ^
Tributosaurus becomes Ray Charles. 21+ $25 8p.
"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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New Power Party (since 1996). Samnation spins Artist Formerly Known as Prince. Last Sundays 21+ Free 8p-4a.
Movie at 8p, dancing from 10p, diverse glam clique.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.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, 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."
12.30: DJs Meiotic Soundsystem, Magas, James Lauer.
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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Monday 2007.12.31:    ^
New Years Eve. Yearly.
Last day of the year. Typically observed with a countdown to midnight, at which time one kisses the nearest person. Celebrate with confetti and champagne.
http://www.theholidayspot.com/newyear
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Other noteworthy parties. Yearly. 21+.
Neo, Berlin, Exit, Spin, Circuit, HotHouse, Vision, Zentra, SoundBar, Crobar, Double Door, Empty Bottle, Martyrs', Beat Kitchen, everyplace else.
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TV Marathons. Yearly. All ages. Free.
AMC plays non-stop Planet of the Apes; SCI plays Twilight Zone; MTV plays Tila Tq; SPIKE plays CSI; DSC plays MythBusters; TOON plays 1st episode of every series; other networks doing similar.
http://tv.yahoo.com
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* Navy Pier Festivities. Yearly. All ages. Free 2p-12:30a.
In addition to several major private parties, all public facilities at the Pier will be open for special extended hours! Enjoy the IMax, Carousel, ice skating and more all the way until the city fireworks spectacular around 11:40p. Also some of the cruises still have tickets available.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. Take the free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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* First Night Evanston (since 1993). Becoming an excellent and pleasant scene. No alcohol. Yearly. All ages. $8-14 4p-?a.
Entertainment at over a dozen locations; Jazz, blues, salsa, comedy, puppets, art, circus, bike races, parade, fireworks at midnight. See site for details.
http://firstnightevanston.org
847/289-4248, Davis at Orrington, Evanston. Take Purple line to Main.
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Safe Alcohol-free Family Events (S.A.F.E.) Night (since 1995). Yearly. All ages. Free Various times. 4p.
Sponsored by the Mayor's Office of Substance Abuse Policy. Events at some fifty locations citywide including community centers, churches, schools, park district facilities, etc. All include entertainment, music, games, food and activities for all ages. See site for details.
312/747-2606 http://cityofchicago.org
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"Ignition 2008" NYE party. 21+ 8p-4a.
DJ Preston Klik spins 1-world life-positive body-temple goddess music, Alexander Duvel's live Indian music, Ballydance performance by Read My Hips and Blue Cat Tribe. Performance art, poi-spinning, intention-setting meditation, catered food, smoking area; limited to 90 people. Excessive drinking prohibited.
http://www.ignition2008.com
Synphorium, 773/728-2787, 5602 N Ridge Ave.
http://synphorium.com
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"Unified" Ages? $20+ 8p-?a.
"2000 capacity... EV sound systems. full intelligent lighting and lazer shows. 6 screen multimedia... 2008 balloons drop countdown and toast." Headliner DJs Man at Arms, ESP Woody Mcbride, CircuitBreaker, Impact Mechanics, Perfect Kiss, Brobot. More than a dozen others.
http://myspace.com/unifiedchicago
Harvey Expo Center, 17038 S Halsted, Harvey. Near 171st St. I-80 to Halsted exit. Go North and venue is about a mile.
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Last Race of the Year. Athletes United for Peace 5K. Yearly. $20 8p.
Probable HeartlandCafe/RedLineTap/NoExit NYE party after.
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Rock 'N Roll Ball. Yearly. 21+ $99+ 8p-2a.
Includes food and drink tickets, party favors and dancing. One of the city's largest parties. Good view of fireworks show at midnight. The Loop 97.9 and Q101 present. Featuring Everclear, Marty Casey & Lovehammers.
312/836-4299 http://www.bigcreekevents.com
Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. Take the free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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** "Stellar Spark" (since 2003). Yearly. 17+ (21+ to drink) $60+ 8:30p-4a.
Dance music in 6 rooms on 3 levels with DJs Colette, John B, Rectangle, Lea Luna, Doormouse, Centrific, many more. VIP package includes 7 drinks, balcony seating, appetizers, more.
http://www.myspace.com/stellarsparkevents
The Rave, 414-342-RAVE, 2401 W Wisconsin, Milwaukee WI. Hotel discount package available.
http://therave.com
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WXRT NYE party. 21+ $145+ 9p-?a.
93 XRT & CBS 2 New Year's Eve Bash featuring Collective Soul w/ Shawn Mullins.
http://wxrt.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Tributosaurus becomes Ray Charles. 21+ $35 9:30p.
"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Naughty New Years. 21+ $10 10p-4a.
Hostess mistress Xena, DJs Peter Propaganda, Mara Mars, Evil Gy. Shibari demos. Impressive dress expected.
http://www.bondagenightchicago.com
BYOB, 6900 N. Sheridan Rd.
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Penny buses and trains. Yearly. 10p-6a.
Also some extended hours. Not all lines participate.
CTA, 708/836-7000.
http://www.transitchicago.com
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Poi Dog Pondering. 21+ $60 Doors 9p. 10p.
Ticket price includes hosted bar.
http://myspace.com/poidogpondering
Double Door, 773/489-3160, 1572 N Milwaukee. Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://doubledoor.com/shows.php
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Spoon. 18+ $76+ 10p.
93XRT presents, with special guests.
http://www.spoontheband.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. No smoking. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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Tuesday 2008.01.01:    ^
New Years Day. Legal holiday. Yearly.
Observed by the making of New Year's resolutions, personal commitments to specific behavioral changes.
http://www.how-to-keep-your-new-years-resolution.com
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"Smoke Free Illinois" law now in effect.
As of midnight at the stroke of Jan 1st 2008 it is illegal to smoke in or near most commercial premises state-wide, period. This includes all bars, dance clubs, hotels, restaurants, etc. Only excluded are tobacco stores and private residences.
http://www.state.il.us/lcc/PR11-30-07.asp
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Wednesday 2008.01.02:    ^
"Burn Calories Not Cash" -2008.01.16.
Work out for two weeks FREE at all Chicago Park District Fitness Centers! Plus receive 1/3 off if you signup for three months. 55 new/improved centers offer a high-quality alternative to private gyms, with rates as low as under $15/month.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/resources/fitness_centers
Conveniently located all over Chicago.
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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 2008.01.03:    ^
Earth at Perihelion. Our orbit's nearest point to the sun. Yearly.
Fortunately by cosmic standards we're close to circular at 147.5-152.6Gm (91.7-94.8Mmi).
http://aa.usno.navy.mil
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Sketch Comedy Fest (since 2002). Yearly. Several shows daily.
Nations Largest, over 100 performances featuring 83 local, national, Canadian sketch comedy troupes, all three 150-seat theatres. "Sketch comedy is as Chicago as deep-dish pizza and the Sears Tower. Unlike its cousin improvisation, sketch comedy is scripted. Strong writing is a vital element of the art form, which usually consists of short, satirical and funny vignettes. Although elements of improvisation are often used in creating sketches, the resulting performance is scripted, rather than made up on the spot."
http://chicagosketchfest.net
Theatre Building Chicago, 773/327-5252, 1225 W Belmont. 5 blocks from Belmont Red/Brown line stop, on corner of Racine.
http://www.theatrebuildingchicago.org
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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. $0-12, Free Thursdays 5-8p. Mo-We,Fr 10:30a-5p, Th 10:30a-8p, Sa-Su 10a-5p.
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. $0-8, Free 1st Mons. 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.
ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.
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2007.12.28