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2008.12.12 (week 598)

Yes is the new No.
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "The Day the Earth Stood Still" now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Ongoing: FREE Collection of Holiday Songs and Recipes.
Ongoing: Ice Skating.
Ongoing: The Hipmas Carol at Center for Performing Arts.
Ongoing: Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: "Almost Has a Witty Title" at The Cornservatory.
Ongoing: A Holiday Evening of Mime at Raven Theatre.
Ongoing: Winter Pageant Redux at Redmoon Central.
Ongoing: Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier.
..-Th: "Icons" at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: "Make Me an Offer" Show at Gallery 350.
Fr: Fiesta de Guadalupe.
Fr: Full Moon.
..-Su: Gem and Jewelry Show in Rosemont.
..-Su: Holiday smARTshow! at Flat Iron Arts Building.
..-Su: "Too Hot To Handel" at Auditorium.
Fr: Fine Arts Building Open Studios.
Fr: Chicago Fair Trade Holiday Market at Swim Cafe.
Fr: Oasis at Allstate Arena.
Fr: Miracle On State Street at Chicago Theatre.
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Movie:    ^
"The Day the Earth Stood Still" now playing.
Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith, Kathy Bates, Jon Hamm, John Cleese, ...
http://www.dtessmovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.
Punisher 2, Transporter 3, Four Christmases, Bolt, Quantum of Solace, Repo!, Soul Men, W, Max Payne, City of Ember, Religulous, Choke, Eagle Eye, Burn After Reading, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.
8p Fr-Sa,Mo-We; 7p Su: Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist - Michael Cera, Kat Dennings, ...
10p Fr-Sa,Mo-We; 9p Su: Sex Drive - Josh Zuckerman, Amanda Crew, Clark Duke, Seth Green, Katrina Bowden, James Mardsen, ...
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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Seasonal:    ^
FREE Collection of Holiday Songs, Recipes and Stories. -2009.01.03 Yearly. All ages. Free.
Check out this terrific comprehensive set of popular holiday songs, recipes and stories. Also available for mobile.
http://bedno.com/winter
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Ice Skating. -2009.02.28 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). Fr/Sa -2008.12.20 Yearly. All ages. $12-22 SatMat 5p, 8p.
Blends beat poetry, spoken word, storytelling and live music to deliver the classic story with an urban edge.
http://headcheesefatboss.com
The Chicago Center for the Performing Arts, 312/733-6000, 777 N Green Street.
http://www.theaterland.com/CCPA
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Christkindlmarket (since 1997). Festive German style holiday market. -2008.12.24 Yearly. All ages. Free Su-Th -8p, Fr+Sa -9p 11a.
50 Timber cabins, ethnic foods, fine crafted gifts, music, sweets.
http://www.christkindlmarket.com/
Daley Plaza, 312/744-3370, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://cityofchicago.org
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HOLIDAY CLASSICS. -2008.12.27 Yearly. All ages.
* A Christmas Carol: 11.21-12.31 Goodman Theatre, 312/443-3800, 200 S Columbus, http://goodman-theatre.org
* The Nutcracker: 12.18-28 Joffrey Ballet, Auditorium Theatre, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress, http://www.joffrey.com
* Free photo with Santa: for 94th floor visitors 11.15-12.24 Sa-Su 11a-5:30p. John Hancock Center Observatory, 312/751-3681, 875 N Michigan, http://www.hancock-observatory.com
* Christmas Around The World: 11.14-01.04 Dozens of spectacular International holiday decorated trees, Museum of Science and Industry, http://www.msichicago.org
* Zoolights: 11.28-01.04 Over a million lights, Lincoln Park Zoo, http://www.lpzoo.com
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"Almost Has a Witty Title" "Chicago Christmas Spectacular" Fr/Sa -2008.12.27 18+ $15+ 8p.
A Reasonable Fascimile Theatre Co presents an evening of politically incorrect shows and carols inspired by memories.
http://arftco.com
The Cornservatory, 773/418-4475, 4210 N Lincoln.
http://cornservatory.org
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A Holiday Evening of Mime. -2008.12.28 All ages. Su 2p, Th-Sa 8p.
Evening of astonishing physical theater in vignettes full of rich humor and poignant drama, moving and thrilling, reflects on being human at this singularly magical, mad and magnificent time of year.
773/989-7938 http://themimecompany.com
Raven Theatre, 773/338-2177, West Stage. 6157 N Clark.
http://raventheatre.com
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Winter Pageant Redux. -2009.01.04 All ages. $10-15 Various times.
"A Wild New Look at a Fantastic Old Favorite!"
Redmoon Central, 312/850-8440, 1463 W Hubbard.
http://www.redmoon.org
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* Winter Wonderfest. -2009.01.04 Yearly. All ages. $10-17+ Hours vary.
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:    ^
"Icons" -2008.12.18 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.
Juried group show.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://www.womanmade.org
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"Make Me an Offer" Gallery Show. -2009.01.23 All ages. Free 9a-6p.
Themed exhibition of nationwide artists emphasizing growing ambiguity between commercial arts and fine arts and the artificial nature of this distinction.
http://www.LGrace.com/MakeMeanOffer
Gallery 350: Illinois Institute of Art, 312/280-3500, 350 N. Orleans.
http://www.artinstitutes.edu/chicago/
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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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Different rock, experimental, jazz, ethnic bands almost every night. 21+ $?
Metro / SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark, Near Red Line Addison stop, metrochicago.com
Darkroom, 773/276-1411, 2210 W Chicago, darkroombar.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
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, Highland Pk, ravinia.org
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Friday 2008.12.12:    ^
Fiesta de Guadalupe. Yearly.
Commemorates appearance of virgin Mary to an Indian boy in 1531.
http://christianity.about.com
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Full Moon. Always adds an interesting twist.
http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/MoonPhase.html
http://www.almanac.com
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International Gem and Jewelry Show. Well known annual, great deals. -Sunday Yearly. $7+ Fr noon-6p, Sa 10a-6p, Su 11a-5p.
301/294-1640 http://www.intergem.com
Donald Stephens Convention Center, 847/692-2220, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont.
http://www.rosemont.com
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Holiday smARTshow! -Sunday All ages. Free Fr 6-10p, Sa noon-10p, Su 12-6p.
Showcasing selected works from 100 exciting artists, priced for giving. Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics, Jewelry, Drawing, Printmaking, Photography and Candles represented. Also SAIC students group show, youth organization children's exhibit, and fun area dining and music.
http://www.smartshow.org
Flat Iron Arts Building, 1579 N. Milwaukee Ave. At North Ave, Wicker Park, near Blue line Damen stop.
http://www.theflatironproject.com
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"Too Hot To Handel" -Sunday All ages. $30-65 Fr 7:30p, Su 3p.
Jazz-Gospel Messiah.
http://www.toohot2handel.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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Fine Arts Building Open Studios. 2nd Fridays All ages. Free 4:30-9:30p.
Guests tour all ten floors of the building, exploring living artists in their creative environment. Exhibits include painting, music, drawing, musical instruments, photography, architecture, dance, graphic design, theater, installation art, yoga, sculpture, massage, etc...
http://www.myspace.com/fineartsbuildingstudios
Fine Arts Building, 312/566-9800, 410 S. Michigan Ave.
http://www.fineartsbuilding.tv
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Chicago Fair Trade Holiday Market. All ages. Free 5-9p.
Fairly Traded Handmade Gifts, Coffee, Chocolate, Honey, Soaps, Scarves, Textiles, Handbags, Jewelry and more from Africa, India, Asia, Guatemala, Mexico and more. Live Flamenco by Las Guitarras de Espana. Sample fair trade coffee and homemade treats.
http://www.chicagofairtrade.org
Swim Cafe, 312/492-8600, 1357 W Chicago Ave.
http://swimcafe.com
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Oasis. All ages. $40-70 7p.
http://www.oasisinet.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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Miracle On State Street (since 1999). Yearly. All ages. $50-85 7:30p.
W/ Lifehouse, Sarah McLachlan, Plain White T's.
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Temptations. $37-47 8p.
W/ Jimmie 'JJ' Walker.
Star Plaza Theatre, 219/791-1234, 8001 Delaware Place, Merrilville IN. I-65 and U.S. 30.
http://starplazatheatre.com
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays 18+ $14 8p.
Based on audience suggestion The Co creates a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style with ALL the typical elements.
http://improvisedshakespeare.com
IO Theatre, 773/880-0199, 3541 N. Clark.
http://chicago.ioimprov.com/io/shows/14
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.
Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
http://www.hauswerkz.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Sexy Santa's Naughty List Burlesque Spectacular. Fr/Sa -2008.12.20 18+ $16 11:30p.
12.12: Fr: Salome Slaughter. Sa: Backdoor Aly of Varietease Cabaret.
http://www.Vaudezilla.com
Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://www.GorillaTango.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 2008.12.13:    ^
B96 Jingle Bash. All ages. $15-125 10a.
http://www.b96.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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* SantaCon. Yearly. 21+ Free 2p-?a.
When you ponder the idea of the Jolly One, elves and chubbiness come to mind, but Billy Bob Thorton in Bad Santa also pops up. Because we need a lot of booze to assuage the demands of the holidays, promoter Santa Tom has arranged Chicago's best Christmas event. Its about getting people together, letting your guard down and laughing at yourself and having a great time. Anyone can participate as long as they dress up in Santa regalia. Travels a spontaneous route through the Loop and up to Rush and Division, spreading cheer and imbibing along the way.
http://www.santaconchicago.com
Starts at Congress Hotel Bar, 312/427-3800, 520 S Michigan Ave. Congress Pkwy at Michigan Ave.
http://www.congressplazahotel.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.
12.13: How to Have a Healthy Home Environment - "EcoQuest Int'l"
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Algren. 21+ $5 9p.
Field-testing brand new songs in prep for album. With Audiobon, Commodes, and Sincerely Calvin.
http://www.myspace.com/algrenmusic
Red Line Tap, 773/274-5463, 7006 N. Glenwood Ave. Red Line to Morse; I-94 to Touhy, head east.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Anna Kournikova Charity Toy Drive and Holiday Party. 21+ 9p-2a.
Join America's hottest tennis star making the holiday season brighter by donating to Kournikov's favorite charity, The Union League Boys and Girls Club. Bring an unwrapped toy of at least $20 value or donate at door.
Enclave, 312/654-0234, 220 W Chicago. By Brown Line Chicago stop.
http://enclavechicago.com
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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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Sunday 2008.12.14:    ^
Rudolph Ramble 8K run (since 2000). USATF certified. Yearly. $20+ 9a.
Includes goodies and sweathshirt. Collects over 1000 toys.
http://www.caprievents.com
2500 N Cannon, 773/878-3838.
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Great Midwest Train Show (since 1974). 2nd Sundays All ages. $0-7 9:30a-3p.
Featuring thousands of trains (engines and rolling stock) in every size and scale and from every era, scenery, supplies, books, videos, souvenirs, memorabilia, more, over 550 vendor tables in five huge buildings. Demo layouts including Lego and interactive. Now also with R/C cars, boats and planes, rockets, model cars, comics, trading cards, slot cars, dolls, diecast, action figures, toys, etc.
630/290-1962 http://greatmidwesttrainshow.com
Dupage County Fairgrounds, 630/668-6636, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton. County Farm and Manchester Roads.
http://www.dupagecountyfair.org
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* Santa Rampage ride. Yearly. All ages. Free 12-2:30p.
Jolly horde of Mischievous 2-wheeled Santas storm bustling retail areas spreading holiday bike love. Full santa suits please! (union thing, you know) Elves, Mrs., grinches, dreidels considered.
http://thechainlink.org/events/dreidel-cycle-rampage
Twisted Spoke, 525-5300, 501 N. Ogden. Near Grand/Racine.
http://twistedspoke.com
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"Love Came Down" Christmas Pageant. 7p.
W/ Jars Of Clay, Leeland, Sixpence None The Richer, Sara Groves. Collaboration of artsists new songs and classics entwined in a musical with modern perspective Christian narrative.
Star Plaza Theatre, 219/791-1234, 8001 Delaware Place, Merrilville IN. I-65 and U.S. 30.
http://starplazatheatre.com
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Wu Tang Clan. $45 7:30p.
http://wutangclan.com
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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Monday 2008.12.15:    ^
* Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ $? 10p-4a.
Long running weekly w/ smart local DJs. 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, free parking, more.
12.15: DJs Miguel Migs, Julius Papp.
http://www.boomboomroomchicago.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.com
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Stewart / Colbert. Mo/Tu/We/Th Reruns several times a day. 10-11p.
Brilliant Emmy award winning "news" shows.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2008.12.16:    ^
Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.
Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
8p Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist, 10p Sex Drive.
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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Q101's Twisted (since 1994). -Thursday Yearly. All ages. $30+ 5p.
Tu: Saliva w/ Theory of a Deadman, Hollywood Undead.
We: Shinedown w/ Saving Abel.
Th: Scott Weiland w/ Eagles of Death Metal, Cold War Kids.
http://q101.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Chicago Healing Circle (since 1994). Open-ended exploration of energy healing technique and philosophy. Tuesdays All ages. $5 7:30-9:30p.
People coming together weekly to give and receive healing, practicing different systems which support one to rebalance the mind, body & spirit, including Reiki, Quantum Touch(R), Young Living Theraputic Grade Essential Oils, Magnified Healing(R), Jesus Healing System, and Full Spectrum Healing. This is the original Healing Circle that began at Grant Hospital, moved to Ann Sather's, then to Healing Earth Resources. Open to all persons of Light and Love & is non denominational.
http://www.myspace.com/chicagohealingcircle
JHP Community Center, 773/293-3621, 5110 N Western Avenue.
http://www.jhpcommunitycenter.org
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Celine Dion. All ages. $50-185 8p.
http://celinedion.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com
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Chicago Flair. 21+ $10 8p.
Fleshtone Burlesque presents Chicago's hippest, edgiest, and sexiest performers. Insanely great alt-talent lineup.
http://www.myspace.com/chicagoflair
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Wednesday 2008.12.17:    ^
"Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $0-10 7p-2a.
12.17: "MIA Invasion" DJs Alfonz De La Mota, Oracle, Kode 10.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 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 2008.12.18:    ^
Atomic Sketch Event. Live Art. 3rd Thursdays 21+ Free 6-10p.
Established and emerging artists of various disciplines display, create and sell original new works at bargain prices. Drop-in artists welcome. Ambience by DJ Greg Haus.
http://www.myspace.com/atomicsketchevent
Evil Olive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division St.
http://www.evil-olive.com
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"Die Maschine" 3rd Thursdays 21+ Free 9p-2a.
DJs Noir, Easy E, Sprite, others spin agro, noise, ebm in back; Momma Kitty VJs 80-90s up front.
http://demonsanddarlings.com
Spin Nightclub, 773/327-7711, 800 W Belmont.
http://www.spin-nightclub.com
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"Atomic New Wave Dance Party" Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.
DJs QBot + Kamar and special guest DJs spin 80s, New Wave, more.
http://www.djkamar.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Atomic. Thursdays 21+ $5+ 10p-4a UNCONFIRMED
DJs Qbot Kamr and special guests spin 80s, New Wave and more.
http://qbot.net
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, 78 E Washington. SE of State/Lake train stops.
http://chicagoculturalcenter.org
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-10, Free Tu 10a-8p, Mo closed, We-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. $0-9, Free Th 5-8p. Su-We+Fr -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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2008.12.12