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2010.10.22 (week 695)

We want to be fooled.
RECOMMENDED:
Ongoing: Scream Scene Haunted House Skokie (Fr/Sa).
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier.
Ongoing: "Chicagoween" at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Fright Fest at Great America (Fr/Sa/Su).
Ongoing: Pumpkin Farms at Many locations.
Ongoing: World's Best Costume Shop at Fantasy HQ.
Ongoing: Carnival of Curiosities at Navy Pier.
Su: Ghosts Of Graceland Cemetery walking tour (Su).
Ongoing: Trails of Terror at Peterson Park.
Ongoing: Dream Reapers Haunted House in Melrose Park.
Ongoing: "The Fear" at Navy Pier (We-Su).
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: "More Than Clouds in the Sky" at Storefront.
..-Su: Joffrey Ballet all stars at Auditorium.
Ongoing: Art Loop Open at Various Loop Venues.
Ongoing: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Ongoing: Dance Chicago at Multiple venues.
Fr: Deadmau5 at Congress Theatre.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Full "Harvest" Moon.
Fr: Carnivale Delirium EE Squidling Circus at Reggie's.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Mother-in-law Day.
Sa: Start of Scorpio.
Sa: "Step Out to Fight Diabetes" at Soldier Field.
Sa-Su: Model and Hobby Show at Stephens Center.
Sa: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Sa: Spooky Zoo Spectacular at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Belmont Burlesque Revue at The Playground.
Su: United Nations Day.
Su: World Origami Day.
Su: Chicago Humanities Fest downtown.
Su: Full Moon Fire Jam near lake south of Foster.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: "Last Rites" at Abbey Pub.
Mo: LCD Soundsystem at Aragon Ballroom.
Mo: Mud Queens Blood Wrestling at Viaduct Theater.
Mo: Booty Movement Coalition at Martyrs'.
Mo: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: Gwar at House of Blues.
Tu: LCD Soundsystem at Riviera Theatre.
Tu: Gary Numan at Metro.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: Maroon 5 at UIC Pavilion.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
Th: Atomic Sketch Event at evilOlive.
Th: The Cult at Vic Theatre.
Th: Festival of Flesh at Lucky Number Grill.
Th: Rue de la Merde Zombie Burlesque at Uptown Lounge.
Th: "Atomic New Wave Dance Party" at Neo.
Th: Dubstep night at SmartBar.

Movie:    ^
Now playing.
Jackass 3D, The Social Network, Wall Street 2, You Again, Waiting for Superman, You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Easy A, Resident Evil 4, Machete, The American, The Tillman Story , Going the Distance, The Winning Season, Eat Pray Love, Scott Pilgrim, The Expendables, Middle Men, The Other Guys, Cats & Dogs 2, Dinner for Schmucks, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
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Seasonal:    ^
Scream Scene Haunted House. Spooktacular! Fr/Sa -2010.10.30 Yearly. Not for ages under 10. $8 7-10p.
Over 20 unique rooms. Not for the faint of heart.
http://www.screamscene.com
Skokie Park District, 847/674-1500 x0, 4701 Oakton, Skokie. At Water Playground.
http://www.skokieparkdistrict.org
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FIREWORKS!!! Saturdays in October -2010.10.30 Yearly. All ages. Free 9p.
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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"Chicagoween" City decorated event for kids of all ages. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free Various times.
Big "Franken Plaza" set, entertainers, ghost stories, fortunes, pumpkin decorating, farmers market, more.
http://chicagoween.us
Daley Plaza, 312/744-3315. Washington and Dearborn.
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Fright Fest (since 1991). Redecorated rides and additional Halloween attractions. Fr/Sa/Su -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $$ Various hours.
Come early, use coupons, strategize your visit for best results.
Great America, 847/249-1776, 5312 Grand Ave, Gurnee.
http://sixflags.com/greatAmerica
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Pumpkin Farms. -2010.10.31 Yearly.
Great fall family fun for all ages.
Many locations.
http://chicagofun.com/home/halloween/pumpkin_farms.html
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World's Best Costume Shop. -2010.10.31 Yearly. Open 24/7 this week.
Incomparably huge and comprehensive. Some staff costumed.
Fantasy Costume Headquarters, 773/777-0222, 4065 N Milwaukee.
http://fantasycostumes.com
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Carnival of Curiosities. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Mostly free. Sa -9p, Su 12-6p.
"Traveling sideshow transforms Pier Park into a spectacle of mind-blowing feats and living human wonders."
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://navypier.com
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Ghosts Of Graceland Family Walking Tour. Stroll the big name graves. Sundays in October -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $5-10 2hr 2p.
VERY qualified tour guides, lots of interesting history.
http://www.architecture.org
Graceland Cemetery, 312/922-3432, 4000 N Clark.
http://www.graveyards.com
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Trails of Terror. Over a half mile of haunted scenes. -2010.10.31 Yearly. Ages 12+ $10 22-24,29-31 6:30-9:30p.
Wind your way through spine-tingling terror. Not recommended for the very young. Editor recommends, spacious, easy parking, well managed, adequate production, original ideas.
Peterson Park, 312/742-7584, 5801 N Pulaski. Near North Park Village Nature Center, north of Bryn Mawr.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Best haunted house in Illinois. Threepeat winner of Haunted Illinois vote. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. $15-25, free parking, Su-Th -10p, Fr+Sa 7-11p.
Regularly overhauled, 14Ksqft, wheelchair access, 22 rooms, 40+ animatronics, 40+ performers, and scarey SMELLS!
Dream Reapers Haunted House, 708/344-2084, 1985 N Mannheim, Melrose Park.
http://www.dreamreapers.com
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"The Fear" -2010.11.01 Yearly. Teens+ $5-12 Fr-Su 6-11p.
Evil pirate ship theme with a cargo of feared creatures. Also trick-or-treating, bounty maps, and entertainment Pier-wide.
http://thefearhauntedhouse.com
Navy Pier, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand.
http://navypier.com
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fr/Sa 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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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2010.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.
Tu: Lincoln Square, Federal Plaza; We: Andersonville; Th: Daley Plaza, Hyde Park; Sa: Austin, Lincoln Park, Near North; Su: WickerPark;
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing:    ^
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"More Than Clouds in the Sky" -2010.10.29 All ages. $5.
Chicago Robotic Theater's entry in the 'Make Believe' contest. Audience activated, fully automated. Vote for your favorite.
http://www.chicagorobotictheater.com
Storefront, 1271 N Milwaukee Ave.
http://makebelieve.wegotitinwpb.com/
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Joffrey Ballet all stars. -2010.10.24 All ages. $75+.
http://joffrey.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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Art Loop Open. -2010.10.29 All ages. Free.
Transforms ten downtown venues into interactive public art exhibits. Voters choose $$ winners from over 750 juried selections.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/146360425408274
Various Loop Venues, Downtown.
http://artloopopen.com
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Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2010.10.31 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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Dance Chicago (since 1995). -2010.11.21 Yearly. All ages. $25+ Various times.
100s of performers, 100s of works.
http://dancechicago.com
Multiple venues.
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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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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 2010.10.22:    ^
Deadmau5. Ages? $45+ 7:30p.
W/ N.E.R.D. & Die Antwoord.
http://deadmau5.com
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://congresschicago.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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Full "Harvest" Moon. Always adds an interesting twist. 8:30p.
Sun 7:11-17:59 / Moon 17:58-7:55.
http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/MoonPhase.html
http://www.almanac.com
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Carnivale Delirium EE Squidling Circus. 21+ $? 9p-2a.
"A Spectacular Evening of Steampunk and Vaudville! Environmental Encroachment at 11pm, bookended by performances by the travelling Squidling Brothers Circus Sideshow" and GlitterGuts photobooth.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/155920911112934
Reggie's, 312/949-0120, 2109 S State St. CTA Red Line to Cermak/Chinatown stop.
http://www.reggieslive.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.
Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
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 2010.10.23:    ^
Mother-in-law Day. Honor and be kind to mothers-in-law. Yearly.
http://www.motherinlawstories.com/
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Start of Scorpio. Yearly.
Astrological sign, the scorpion.
MY SIGN! Scorpios RULE!!!
http://www.astrology.com
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"Step Out to Fight Diabetes" 5K Walkathon. Yearly. All ages. Other related area walks on other days. 8:30a.
The American Diabetes Association's walk to raise funds for diabetes. Enjoy lunch, entertainment, and the Fall Festival at the finish line.
1-888-DIABETES http://stepout.diabetes.org
Soldier Field, 312/235-7000, 1410 S Museum Campus Dr.
http://www.soldierfield.net
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International Model and Hobby Show (since 1985). -Sunday Yearly. $3-8+ 10a-5p.
Largest such show in the U.S. with over 400 exhibitors. Includes tons of R.C., trains, planes, boats, rockets and educational toys. Many thousands attend.
877/TO-HOBBY http://www.ihobbyexpo.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/692-2222, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont.
http://rosemont.com/donald_e_stephens_convention_center.php
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Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. Saturdays $20-45 4hr 10a.
10.23 Taste of the Neighborhoods.
10.23 The White City.
10.30 Albany Park.
10.30 Beautiful Beverly.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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Spooky Zoo Spectacular (since 1987). Good outing for kids. Yearly. 11a-3p.
Tens of thousands of costumed kids trick, treat and parade.
Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.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.
alues and history
10.23: Citizen Action /Illinois - the state's largest public interest.
312/326-2120 http://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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Midnight Marauders ride. Monthly. 18+ Leaves after 11:30p-?a.
"Drinking club with a biking problem" Draws over 100 riders! Home after dawn.
http://thechainlink.org/group/midnightmarauders
Billy Goat Tavern, 312/222-1525, 430 N Michigan. Lower Hubbard.
http://billygoattavern.com
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Belmont Burlesque Revue. 3rd/4th Saturdays 21+ $10 12a.
The Bombshells bring their own unique blend of old school burlesque, featuring acts ranging from bawdy comedy to classy striptease to mystifying magic.
http://belmontburlesque.com
The Playground, 312/871-3793, 3209 N Halsted.
http://www.the-playground.com
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Sunday 2010.10.24:    ^
United Nations Day. Yearly.
Commemorates 1945 ratification of U.N. charter.
http://www.un.org
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World Origami Day. Yearly.
Dedicated to exposing the art of folding.
http://www.worldorigamiday.org
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Chicago Humanities Fest (since 1990). -2010.11.14 Yearly. Various times.
Hundreds of speakers on a theme of universal interest at dozens of venues.
http://www.chicagohumanities.org
Various downtown locations.
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* Full Moon Fire Jam. Monthly. All ages. Free 6-10:15p.
Gathering for fire spinners, fire jugglers, hoopers, breathers, etc. Practice, networking, and outstanding performances, with drum circle backing. Many hundreds of spectators attend.
10.24: Sunday 6:00p (sunset 17:59, moonrise 18:32).
http://pyrotechniq.org
4960 N Simonds Dr Betwix Foster and Lawrence in grass near lake.
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"Adult Swim" 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 2010.10.25:    ^
"Last Rites" 21+ $15 8p.
Conjure One, Architect, Dead Superheroes Orchestra; DJ Scary Lady Sarah.
http://demonsanddarlings.com
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://www.abbeypub.com
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LCD Soundsystem. 18+ $45 8p.
http://lcdsoundsystem.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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Mud Queens Blood Wrestling. 21+ $15 8p-12a.
Special Halloween performance, fierce brawlin' competition one-time-only special. Opening with Cooler By the Lake. Proceeds benefit local charity.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/138471146199291
Viaduct Theater, 773/296-6024, 3111 N Western.
http://www.viaducttheater.com
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Booty Movement Coalition. Last Mondays 21+ $8 9p.
Mix of top local musician doing big band improv phat funk.
http://www.myspace.com/bmcchicago
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.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://boomboomroomchicago.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.com
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Rehab. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-2a.
"America's Best Party" according to frisky young Wickers.
http://facebook.com/rehabdanceparty
Debonair Social Club, 773/227-7990, 1575 N Milwaukee. At North and Damen.
http://debonairsocialclub.com
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Stewart / Colbert. Mo/Tu/We/Th Reruns several times a day. 10-11p.
Brilliant awards winning "news" shows.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2010.10.26:    ^
Gwar. All ages. $23+ 5:30p.
W/ The Casualties, Infernaeon, and Mobile Death Camp.
http://gwar.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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LCD Soundsystem. 18+ $35+ 7:30p.
http://lcdsoundsystem.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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** Gary Numan. 18+ $26 8p.
"The Pleasure Principle Tour"
DJ Scary Lady Sarah after in SmartBar.
http://garynuman.co.uk
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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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 2010.10.27:    ^
Maroon 5. All ages. $59-77+ 7:30p.
http://maroon5.com
UIC Pavilion, 312/413-5700, 525 S. Racine.
http://www.uicpavilion.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 10p-?a.
"2nd Longest Running Open-Mic In Chicago!"
http://facebook.com/group.php?gid=5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2010.10.28:    ^
Atomic Sketch Event. Live Art. Last 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 "CHIRP" DJs.
http://atomicsketch.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division St.
http://www.evil-olive.com
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The Cult. 18+ $36+ 7:30p.
http://cultcentral.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.com
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Festival of Flesh. Last Thursdays 21+ $7 9p-2a.
Burlesque, comedy, variety, sideshow acts, DJs, spirits. Shows at 10p+midnt.
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/149156905127684
Lucky Number Grill, 773/235-7761, 1931 N Milwaukee. 2nd Floor.
http://luckynumbergrill.com
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** Rue de la Merde Zombie Burlesque. 21+ $5 9:30p.
Oosha Boom Burlesk brings you the wildest Rock-n-Roll Burlesque and Variety show to ever sully a Chicago stage; outrageous, grotesque, dance party interactive spectacle. "Think Soul Train, meets Ed Sullivan meets a Warhol Factory Party, with a little Rat Pack swank and some New Orleans Victorian Zombie Tea Party thrown in... sexy, spooky, silliness, all set to music to melt your face and rock you to your bones! Costume contest at Midnight, with other games and prizes, too!"
http://chicagofunnews.com/fb/110034229061281
Uptown Lounge, 773/878-1136, 1136 W Lawrence. Near Red Line Lawrence stop.
http://uptownlounge.net
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"Atomic New Wave Dance Party" Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.
DJs QBot, Kamar, special guests spin 80s, New Wave, more.
10.28: Halloween edition, costume prizes.
http://atomicnewwave.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Dubstep night. Thursdays 21+ $10-15 10p-4a.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.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. $0-12, 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. $0-18 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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2010.10.22