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2009.07.10 (week 628)

Kill All Humans

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: "Bruno" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Th: Under The Picasso at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Bang Bang You're Dead at The John Waldron Arts Center.
Ongoing: Grant Park Music Festival.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
Ongoing: Bristol Renaissance Faire.
Ongoing: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Ongoing: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
..-Su: Magnificent Mile Art Festival at Tribune Tower.
Fr: Fine Arts Building Open Studios.
..-Sa: World's Largest Block Party at Old St. Pat's Church.
..-Su: Irish American Heritage Festival at I.A.H. Center.
Fr: Styx / REO Speedwagon / 38 Special at Charter One Pavilion.
Ongoing: "Rich Lo" at Fine Arts Building.
...

Movie:    ^

"Bruno" now playing.

Sacha Baron Cohen.
http://thebrunomovie.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.

I Hate Valentine's Day, Ice Age 3, Public Enemies, My Sister's Keeper, Transformers 2, Whatever Works, Food Inc, The Proposal, Year One, Imagine That, Moon, Taking of Pelham 123, Land of the Lost, My Life in Ruins, The Hangover, Up, Dance Flick, Night at the Museum 2, Terminator 4, Angels & Demons, Management, Star Trek XI, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, X-Men Origins Wolverine, Earth, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

7:30p Fr-Sa,Mo-Th; 5+9p Su: Land of the Lost - Will Ferrell, Anna Friel, Danny McBride, Jorma Taccone, John Boylan, Matt Lauer, Sleestack and Pakuni, and Leonard Nimoy.
9:30p Fr-Sa,Mo-Th; 7p Su: X-Men Origins: Wolverine - Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Liev Schreiber, Dominic Monaghan, Lynn Collins, ...
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:    ^

Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2009.08.23 Yearly. All ages. Free Su 4-7p, Th-Sa 6-9:30p.

Salsa, Swing, Waltz, Bamboleo, Cha Cha, Polka, Tango, Mambo, Fox Trot, etc. Lessons first hour.
http://egov.cityofchicago.org/SummerDance/
Grant Park, 312/742-4007, 601 S Michigan. Between Harrison and Balbo, easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2009.08.29 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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Summer Vacation. -2009.09.01 Yearly.

Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cps.k12.il.us
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Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2009.09.30 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://www.bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
http://biketraffic.org
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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.
http://tinyurl.com/underthepicasso
Daley Plaza, 312/346-3278, 50 W Washington. Washington and Dearborn.
http://www.cityofchicago.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2009.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 7a-2p 06.09-10.27.
Tu: Federal Plaza, Adams/Dearborn, 7a-3p 5.12-10.27.
Th: Daley Plaza 7a-3p 05.14-10.15.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 7a-2p 06.04-10.29.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 7a-2p 07.11-10.24.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Orchard 7a-2p 05.16-10.31.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 7a-2p 05.16-10.31.
Sa: North Cntr, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 7a-2p 06.13-10.31.
Su: WickerPark, WickerPark&Damen 7a-2p 06.07-10.25.
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing:    ^

Bang Bang You're Dead. Drama about Teenage Violence in Schools. -2009.07.26 Sa 1:30p, Su 7:30p.

James Downing Theatre's moving production of William Mastrosimone play. WIth the power to lance, heal, and cleanse the soul, hopefully leading to discussion, insight, revelation, answers, hope and awakened senses and heightened consciousness to see tragedy before it happens. Features talented direction, production, and ensemble talent.
773/792-3030
The John Waldron Arts Center, 6740 North Oliphant Avenue.
http://www.edisonparkumc.com
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Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2009.08.14 Yearly. All ages. Free Various We/Fr/Sa 6:30p.

World-class orchestra, chorus and conductors, and an outstanding roster of local and international guest artists perform classical.
312/742-7638 http://grantparkmusicfestival.com
Grant Park, Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard. Train, bus or cab.
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* Cirque Shanghai. -2009.09.07 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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Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su/Mo -2009.09.07 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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Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2009.11.01 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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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.

Fr: Mahler's Song Of The Earth, James Conlon, Cso
Sa: Tom Jones, Squirrel Nut Zippers
Su: All Tchaikovsky Program, James Conlon, Cso
Mo: Susan Graham, Pianist Brian Zeger
Tu: The Beach Boys
We: Garrick Ohlsson Plays Schumann, James Conlon, Cso
Th: Thomas Hampson, Craig Rutenberg.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.

Pickup Reader and NewCity and TimeOut magazines.
Hundreds of city locations.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. $20-45 4hr 10a.

Fr 07.10: Art Around Town
Sa 07.11: Great Cemeteries of Chicago: Rosehill
Sa 07.11: Make Big Plans: Burnham Centennial.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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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 2009.07.10:    ^

Magnificent Mile Art Festival (since 1992). -Sunday Yearly. 10a-6p.

A very nice little downtown sale by juried exhibitors.
http://www.artfestival.com
Tribune Tower courtyard, 954/472-3755, 435 N Michigan.
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Fine Arts Building Open Studios. 2nd Fridays All ages. Free 4:30-9:30p.

Tour ten floors of the landmark building, exploring living artists in their creative environment. Includes refreshments, music, exhibits of drawing, 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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World's Largest Block Party (since 1985). -Saturday Yearly. 21+ $30-35 5-10:30p.

A fun and safe singles event with lots of beer and bands. Always sells out.
312/648-1590 http://www.worldslargestblockparty.com
Old St. Pat's Church, 312/648-1021, 700 W Adams.
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Irish American Heritage Festival (since 1985). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $0-10 6-11p.

3 stages, food, vendors, bands, celtettes, Guinness and Harp on tap, bagpipes, crafts, Mashed Potato Eating Contest, Irish Idol kids competition. Bands include Gaelic Storm, Solas, The Tossers, Seven Nations, Makem and Spain Brothers, The Young Dubliners, ...
Irish American Heritage Center, 773/282-7035, 4642 N Knox.
http://www.irishamhc.com
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Styx / REO Speedwagon / 38 Special. $21-66 7p.

http://styxworld.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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"Rich Lo" -2009.08.10 all free 7p.

Evolution of a Landscape: from an organic to conceptual, social landscape.
07.10: Opening Reception 7-9p.
Fine Arts Building, 312/566-9800, 410 S Michigan Ave. Betwix Congress and Van Buren. Second Floor Gallery.
http://www.fineartsbuilding.tv
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* North Side Critical Mass. 2nd Fridays All ages. Free. Leaves around 7p.

THE monthly gathering of NORTHSIDE bicyclists. Winds a dozen miles or more, typically ending with food+drink. Trailer and skater compatible, attendance growing fast! Bring friends, tunes, bells, costumes, cameras!
July ride: Northside Critical Mass & Far Northside Riders & Cycling Sisters & JJ's NewOrleans farewell. Ends at Fireside restaurant after 9:30pm-ish. Printable route flyer available online:
http://chicagocriticalmass.org/nscm200907
Young Lincoln Statue, 5959 N Clark. At Ridge and Thorndale.
http://Bedno.com/bike/-nscm
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Jonas Brothers. -Saturday All ages. $30-90+ 7:30p.

Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 7:30-9p.

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.
800/979-3370 http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.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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Impact Mechanics Record Release. 21+ $10+ 10p.

DJs: The Advent v Industrialyzer, Angel Alanis, Submerge, 80057.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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Kevin Leeds Band. All donations 10p.

Introduces his fiery soul with folk, American, acoustic and world.
http://www.myspace.com/kevinleeds
Uncommon Ground, 773/465-9801, 1401 W Devon.
http://www.uncommonground.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.

Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
http://www.myspace.com/berlinnightclub
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 2009.07.11:    ^

* Tour de Fat. Parade, party, and performance event promoting bicycles. Yearly. 9a-4p.

9a- Registration, 10a Bike Parade, 11a- hunker down, tap the kegs and let the revivalation begin. Includes bands, play, goofy bikes, contests, car banishment ceremonies, etc. Costume and decorated bikes encouraged. Sponsored by Fat Tire beer, benefits local community.
http://www.tour-de-fat.com
Palmer Square, 2200 N Kedzie Blvd. W from California or S from Logan Sq Blue Line stops.
http://www.westtownbikes.org
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Folk and Roots Festival (since 1998). Heap-o-music, kid's tent, workshops. -Sunday Yearly. 12-9:30p.

Includes traditional folk, alternative country, Afro-Beat, Cajun R&B, bluegrass and samba.
Welles Park, 773/728-6000, Lincoln and Montrose.
http://www.oldtownschool.org
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Rock Around The Block (since 1994). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 (donation) 12-10p.

30 bands, 3 stages, 35k people, performers, vendors, food. Not half-bad.
http://www.starevents.com
Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland, 773/665-4682.
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St. Andrew's Greek Festival (since 1962). -Sunday Yearly. $5 donation. Sa 2-11p, Su 12-11p.

Ethnic food, kid's games, rides, silent auction, raffle, folk dancing and live music.
http://www.standreworthodox.org
St. Andrew's Greek Orthodox Church, 773/334-4515, 5649 N Sheridan. At end of LSD.
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Hot Import Nights. Yearly. Ages? $25 4-11p.

100s of cars, Hot Wheels, several DJs, breakdancers, playmates, over 30K peep expected.
949/789-7439 http://www.hotimportnights.com
McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore.
http://www.mccormickplace.com
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"Pole Cat Party" Saturdays Free 6-9:30p.

Free pole dance classes to try Sheila Kelley's unique Striptease Workout Program at S Factor! Experienced and talented instructors, poles for sale, raffle, light refreshments, fashion show.
312/492-7596 http://www.sfactor.com/chi
S Factor Chicago, 1400 W Hubbard.
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No Doubt with Paramore. All ages. $10-80 7:30p.

FMWB Ampitheatre, 708/614-1616, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.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.
07.11: Free or Managed Market debat; Which Way for the US Economy? - economic changes under Obama.
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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* L.A.T.E. Ride (since 1988). Long After Twilight Ends. Yearly. $30-35 11:30p-?a.

Very nice and dark 10-25 miles, 10k people, bands, breakfast, more. Friends of the Parks sponsored.
773-918-RIDE http://www.lateride.org
Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park.
http://www.fotp.org
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Sunday 2009.07.12:    ^

Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2009.08.23 Yearly. All ages. Free 4-6p.

Cathleen Schandelmeier-Bartels hosts varied readings and music.
07.12: Dan Godston & Liz Marino creative writing collaborative.
773/465-5460 http://www.myspace.com/beachpoets
Loyola Beach, 7049 N Sheridan. Greenleaf at the lakefront, near Heartland stand.
http://chicagopoetry.com
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Kid Rock & Lynyrd Skynyrd. All ages. $11-75 6:30p.

FMWB Ampitheatre, 708/614-1616, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.com
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"Adult Swim" NEW EPISODES. Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.

Extraordinary block of popular and leading-edge absurdist cartoonage.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2009.07.13:    ^

Old School Hip-Hop Karaoke. Mondays 21+ $5 6p-12a.

Great times; nothing past 1999.
Joe's Sports Bar, 312/337-3486, 940 W Weed.
http://joesbar.com/event.php
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Green Day. All ages. $25-50+ 8p.

http://greenday.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com
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* "Wanted" An original clown show. Mondays -2009.07.27 $10 8p.

"Excreting total pure awesome Pochinko clown techniques creating totally edgy and ground-breaking and provocative and timely and relevant and transformative and mind-blowing and life-altering theatrical experience, because we love you."
Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://www.GorillaTango.com
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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.
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 2009.07.14:    ^

Bastille Day. Yearly.

Anniversary of the beginning of the French Revolution in 1789, when a mob took over the Bastille prison in Paris.
http://www.hightowertrail.com/Bastil.htm
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Festival Of The Lakes. -Sunday Yearly.

Major bands, carnival rides and games, foods, boating, etc. Surprisingly easily accessible by CTA+Metra.
http://festival.gohammond.com
Wolf Park, 2398 S. Calumet Ave, Whiting IN.
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* Chicago Outdoor Film Festival (since 2000). Tuesdays -2009.08.25 Yearly. All ages. Free. Thousands attend.

Enjoy classic movies on the Grant Park lawn this summer courtesy of your fair city.
http://www.chicagooutdoorfilmfestival.us
Grant Park, Butler Field, 312/744-3315, 331 E Randolph. Red Line train to Monroe; Green, Orange or Brown Line to Madison/Wabash or Adams/Wabash.
http://cityofchicago.org
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Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+.

Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
7:30p Land of the Lost, 9:30p X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
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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How to Direct a Film. $2 7p.

Aspiring filmmakers and screenwriters can learn filmmaking basics on the cheap with Dan Finley's in-depth breakdown of what a director must do before, during and after a shoot. Part of a workshop series.
312/342-1574 http://www.meetup.com/ChicagoFilmmakersInAction/
Mercury Cafe, 312/455-9922, 1505 W Chicago Ave. E of Ashland.
http://www.chimercurycafe.com
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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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Chicago Underground Comedy. Tuesdays 21+ $5 Doors 9p.

"The Hippest, Hottest Stand-Up Showcase to Emerge in Years" +good menu & booze.
http://www.chicagoundergroundcomedy.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://www.beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2009.07.15:    ^

"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 2009.07.16:    ^

Abstract Science etc. 21 $5+ 10p.

DJs: Ultrablack, Jeekoos, Brandon S, Tranzformer.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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"Red, White, and Boobs!" Vaudezilla Presents. Thursdays -2009.07.30 21+ Free 10-11:45p.

5-6 different performers weekly.
http://vaudezilla.com/bluebayou.htm
Blue Bayou Bar & Grill, 773/871-3300, 3734 N Southport.
http://bluebayouchicago.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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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. $0-10, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-5p.

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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2009.07.10