Bedno.com

2012.08.17 (wk790)

No guts, no glory.

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: "Expendables 2" now playing everywhere.
Movie: "Odd Life of Timothy Green" now playing everywhere.
Movie: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
..-Mo: Grant Park Music Festival.
Sa: Bristol Renaissance Faire (Sa/Su).
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Fr: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Occupy Chicago at Federal Reserve Bank.
..-Su: 1812 Ships show at Navy Pier.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
Ongoing: "Bikes! The Green Revolution" at Notebaert.
Ongoing: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
..-Su: North Side Summerfest.
Fr: 311 & Slightly Stoopid at Charter One Pavilion.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur.
Fr: Group Skate at Daley Plaza.
..-Su: Lewis Black at City Winery.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Nocturna at Metro.
Fr: "Nexus 6" at Neo.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Sa-Su: Air and Water Show at Peaks at North Avenue beach.
Sa: Sand Castle Competition at Osterman Beach.
Sa: Bike Tour of Avondale at Brands Park.
Sa: Mad Decent Block Party.
Sa-Su: Glenwood Ave Arts Fest.
Sa: Inline skating lessons at Oak St. Beach.
Sa: Dance for Life at Auditorium.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Annoyance Theatre 25th Anniversary at Park West.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Mucca Pazza at Bottom Lounge.
Sa: Midnight Marauders ride at Billy Goat Tavern.
Su: National Aviation Day.
Su: Urban Assault Ride at Murphy's Bleachers.
Su: Model Rocket Launching at East Branch Forest Preserve.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: Beach Poets at Loyola Beach.
Su: Nerds at Heart at O'Shaughnessy's.
Su: Gigantes at Allstate Arena.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: Dead Can Dance at Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Tu: Hugh Laurie at Park West.
Tu: DethKlok & Lamb of God at Congress Theatre.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
Tu: The Deep End at Morseland Restaurant.
We: "Uproar Fest" at FMWB Amphitheatre.
We: My Morning Jacket at Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Heartbeats at Morseland Restaurant.
Th: Start of Virgo.
Th: "Hot Mess" at Atmosphere.
Th: "Future Bass" at SmartBar.

Movie:    ^

"The Expendables 2" now playing.

Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Chuck Norris, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Liam Hemsworth, Randy Couture, ...
http://theexpendables2film.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
TIMES MAP INFO SHARE

"The Odd Life of Timothy Green" now playing.

Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton, CJ Adams, Odeya Rush, ...
http://facebook.com/OddLifeMovie
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
TIMES MAP INFO SHARE

Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2012.10.26 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.

Nice films, neighbors, concessions.
Fr 08.17: Green Briar 2650 W. Peterson Ave. - The Smurfs
Fr 08.17: Unity 2636 N. Kimball Ave. - Hugo
Fr 08.17: Washtenaw 2521 W. Washtenaw Ave. - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Sa 08.18: Cotton Tail 44 W 15th St. - Despicable Me
Sa 08.18: Jonquil 1023 W. Wrightwood Ave. - Dolphin Tale
Sa 08.18: Veteran's Memorial 2820 E. 98th St. - Happy Feet 2
Mo 08.20: Grant: Grove 5 NW Balbo & Columbus - High Noon
Tu 08.21: Fulton River 601 W. Kinzie St. - Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
Tu 08.21: Harold Washington 5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd. - Chicago
We 08.22: Cricket Hill 600 W. Montrose Ave. - Hugo
We 08.22: South Shore Cultural Center 7059 S. South Shore Dr. - Rent
We 08.22: Wicker 1425 N. Damen Ave. - Hugo
Th 08.23: Churchill Field 1825 N. Damen Ave. - The Lorax
Th 08.23: DuSable 740 E. 56th Pl. - The Great Debaters
Th 08.23: Wendell Smith Playlot 9912 S. Princeton Ave. - Zookeeper.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies
Various Chicago parks.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoParks.Movies
TIMES MAP SHARE

Now playing.

The Campaign, Bourne Legacy, Total Recall, The Watch, Ruby Sparks, Step Up Revolution, Dark Knight Rises, Amazing Spiderman, Ted, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, Prometheus, Men in Black 3, Battleship, Hysteria, The Dictator, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
TIMES MAP INFO SHARE

Seasonal:    ^

Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2012.08.20 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.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2012.09.02 Yearly. All ages. $8-16+ Coupons online. 10a-7p.

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

Summer Vacation. -2012.09.04 Yearly.

http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
MAP INFO SHARE

Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2012.09.16 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.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2012.09.30 Yearly.

Participate in any of many 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!! Mayor's Office of Special Events, see site or call.
312/744-3315 http://bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2012.10.27 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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.

Fr 08.17 6p Pianist David Greilsammer
Fr 08.17 7p CSO: Idomeneo
Sa 08.18 11a Justin Roberts & The Not Ready For Naptime Players
Sa 08.18 1p CSO: The Magic Flute
Sa 08.18 6: 30p Cellist Zuill Bailey
Sa 08.18 8:30p Tony Bennett
Su 08.19 1p CSO: Idomeneo
Su 08.19 6:30p Pianist Daniil Trifonov
Su 08.19 8p Mary Chapin Carpenter/Arlo Guthrie: Woody Guthrie Tribute
Mo 08.20 8p Soloists from CSO: Schubert Octet/Spohr Nonet
Tu 08.21 1p River North Dance Chicago
Tu 08.21 8p River North Dance Chicago
Tu 08.21 6p Pianist Sara Davis Buechner
We 08.22 6p Cellist Wolfgang Schmidt
We 08.22 7:30p Dukes of September: Fagen/McDonald/Scaggs
Th 08.23 6p Violinist Rachel Barton Pine
Th 08.23 8p Roger Hodgson: Breakfast in America.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served by Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2012.10.31 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.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Ongoing:    ^

* Occupy Chicago.

Local presence of burgeoning nationwide movement for economic justice for the 99%.
http://OccupyChi.org
Federal Reserve Bank, 256 S LaSalle. At Jackson.
MAP SHARE

1812 Ships show. -Sunday All ages. Mostly free.

Several navy ships docked for tours, observing war bicentennial.
Navy Pier, 312/595-7437 (PIER), 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

* Cirque Shanghai. -2012.09.03 Yearly. 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
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

"Bikes! The Green Revolution" -2012.09.09.

Explores American bicycle culture, styles, history, and why they are the way of the future.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 773/755-5100, 2430 N. Cannon Drive. Northwest corner of Fullerton Parkway and Cannon Drive in Lincoln Park.
http://naturemuseum.org
MAP SHARE

WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.

Pickup Reader and NewCity and TimeOut magazines.
Hundreds of city locations.
MAP INFO SHARE

Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. $20-45 4hr 10a.

Fr 08.17: Elegant Gold Coast, 10a.
Sa 08.18: Wicker Park & Ukrainian Village, 10a.
Sa 08.18: Hops & Barley: Pubs & Micro-breweries, 11a.
Th 08.23: Historic Parks & Boulevards, 10a.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

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
TICKETS PHOTOS FIND INFO SHARE

Friday 2012.08.17:    ^

North Side Summerfest. -Sunday Yearly. $5 Fr 5-10p, Sa noon-10p, Su 11a-9p.

Foods, crafts, dancing, numerous good bands.
773/665-4682 http://www.starevents.com
4050 N Lincoln At Belle Plaine Ave.
MAP PHOTOS INFO SHARE

311 & Slightly Stoopid. All ages. $60+ SRO 6:30p.

http://311.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://www.charteronepavilion.com
MAP TICKETS SHARE

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://SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Group Skate. 1st/3rd Fridays All ages. Free 7:30p.

Intermediate through advanced bladers come join the monthly group skate. Be able to skate some near traffic and do a distance of 10-12 miles. Protective gear (especially helmet) required, also bring water. Weather permitting. Usually rolls into All-Stars Sports Bar (205 W Wacker) after 9:30p.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. At Dearborn.
http://road-raves.org
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

Lewis Black. -Sunday 21+ $50-80+ 8p.

"Running on Empty" tour. All sold out?
http://lewisblack.com
City Winery, 312-733-WINE, 1200 W Randolph.
http://citywinery.com/chicago
MAP SHARE

Improvised Shakespeare. Fridays 18+ $14 10:30p+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://ioimprov.com/chicago/
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

* Nocturna (since 1988). THE Electro/Goth gathering. Monthly. 18+ $10+ 10p-4a.

DJ Scary Lady Sarah spinning goth, darkwave, dark indie, deathrock, industrial, new wave, electro, ... Nicely decorated, often a special guest and giveaways. A tight but welcoming community of several hundred intriguing individuals.
http://facebook.com/groups/15090361526
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://metrochicago.com/shows
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

"Nexus 6" 3rd Fridays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

"Kinetic" DJs spin EBM, industrial, rhythmic noise and special requests.
http://kineticnoise.wordpress.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton.
http://neo-chicago.com
MAP PHOTOS INFO SHARE

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (since 1988). Fr/Sa/Su All ages? $6-11+ Su 7p, Fr+Sa 11:30p.

30 plays in 60 minutes, lots of improv, very welcoming, sometimes topical.
Neo-Futurarium, 773/275-5255, 5153 N Ashland.
http://www.neofuturists.org
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Saturday 2012.08.18:    ^

Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2012.10.28 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks. 6a-3p.

500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://www.wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

** Air and Water Show (since 1959). WORLD CLASS EVENT!!! -Sunday Yearly. 9a-4p.

Water show 9-11a, air show 11a-4p. Narrated on WBBM (780AM) so bring a radio, swimming, vending, megapeople, dangerous UV so use sunscreen. Arrive early, bring water, prepare for extreme crowds. Consider watching from alternate points such as Montrose, a cruise, or hi-rise. Blue Angels, Lima Lima, Navy SEALs, bi-planes, F15, F14, F18, F117, B1b, B2, C141, KC135, AH64, A10 aircraft.
http://chicagoairandwatershow.us
Peaks at North Avenue beach, 312/744-3370. Red line to Clark/Division then walk North.
http://explorechicago.org
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

* Sand Castle Competition (since 2011). Yearly. All ages. Free 10a-3p.

Design pros and local celebs judge, $500 prize, $25 to enter.
http://ChicagoSandCastleOpen.com
Osterman Beach, 5800 N. Sheridan. Edgewater.
http://edgevillebuzz.com
MAP SHARE

Bike Tour of Avondale. All ages. $9 11a-3p.

A fascinating northwest side community, with rich masonry and architecture. Lee Diamond leads 15+ miles. Helmets and waivers required.
773/255-6347 http://www.thechainlink.org/events/tour-of-avondale-1
Brands Park, 3259 N Elston.
http://ChicagoVelo.com
MAP SHARE

Mad Decent Block Party. Ages? $? 12-10p.

2 dozen bands.
http://maddecentblockparty.com
1550 W Fulton Ashland to Justine.
MAP SHARE

* Glenwood Ave Arts Fest (since 2002). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free 12-9p.

Arts, crafts, music, theatre, bands, numerous quality entertainers for kids.
http://glenwoodave.org
Glenwood at Morse Rogers Park.
http://rogerspark.com
MAP PHOTOS INFO SHARE

Stopping Lessons by Chicago Skate Patrol. Saturdays All ages. Free 12-3p.

Certified volunteers teach stopping and other basics. Look for red shirts.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Oak Street Beach
http://www.nsp-chicago.org
MAP PHOTOS FIND INFO SHARE

Dance for Life (since 1992). Yearly. All ages. $75-500 7:30p.

Companies include Giordano, Hubbard, Joffrey, River North, more.
312/922-5812 http://www.danceforlifechicago.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
MAP TICKETS INFO SHARE

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.
08.18: The 2012 Story - A summary of the Mayan Prophecies that Have Already Been Fulfilled.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Annoyance Theatre 25th Anniversary. 18+ $25+ 8:30p.

http://annoyanceproductions.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
MAP TICKETS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

"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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

Mucca Pazza. 21+ $15 11p.

CD release show.
http://mucca-pazza.org
Bottom Lounge, 312/666-6775, 1375 W Lake.
http://bottomlounge.com
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

Midnight Marauders ride. 3rd Saturdays 18+ Leaves after 11:30p-?a.

"Drinking club with a biking problem" Home after dawn.
http://thechainlink.org/group/midnightmarauders
Billy Goat Tavern, 312/222-1525, 430 N Michigan. Lower Hubbard.
http://billygoattavern.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Sunday 2012.08.19:    ^

National Aviation Day. Yearly.

Anniversary of Orville Wright's birthday in 1871.
http://www.orvillewright.com
INFO SHARE

* Urban Assault Ride. Yearly. All ages. $30-65 9a-5p.

New Belgium Brewing's funky adventure ride with mystery and checkpoints. Benefits West Town Bikes.
http://www.urbanassaultride.com/chicago
Murphy's Bleachers, 773/281-5356, 3655 N. Sheffield.
http://www.murphysbleachers.com
MAP SHARE

Model Rocket Launching (since 1963). 3rd Sundays All ages. Free 2-5p.

Deeply validates geekness. All skill levels. BYOL (Bring Your Own Launcher). Northern Illinois Rocketry Association hosted. Held away from population centers, only a few launches a year.
http://nirarocketry.org
East Branch Forest Preserve, Off Glen Ellyn Road near Army Trail Road, Glendale Heights. Use I-355.
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 2:30-?p.

Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://chicagohardcourt.com
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2012.08.26 Yearly. All ages. Free 3-6p.

Cathleen Schandelmeier-Bartels hosts varied readings and music.
773/465-5460 http://tinyurl.com/fb-beachpoets
Loyola Beach, 7049 N Sheridan. Greenleaf at the lakefront, near Heartland stand.
http://chicagopoetry.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Nerds at Heart. Ages? $30 3:30-7p.

Drinks, games, prizes, giveaways, mingling.
http://nerdsatheart.com
O'Shaughnessy's, 773/944-9896, 4557 N Ravenswood.
http://oshaughnessychicago.com
MAP SHARE

Gigantes. All ages. $56-176 7p.

Marc Anthony, Chayanne, Marco Solis.
http://marcanthonyonline.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com/calendar
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

"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
TIMES MAP INFO SHARE

Monday 2012.08.20:    ^

Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.

"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
http://facebook.com/PnCdanceparty
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
MAP SHARE

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
MAP PHOTOS SHARE

Tuesday 2012.08.21:    ^

Dead Can Dance. All ages. $20-100+ 7p.

http://deadcandance.com
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 312/742-1168, 55 N Michigan. Millennium Park, Downtown.
http://millenniumpark.org
MAP SHARE

Hugh Laurie. 18+ $50 7:30p.

W/ Copper Bottom Band.
http://hughlaurieblues.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://www.parkwestchicago.com
MAP TICKETS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

DethKlok & Lamb of God. 18+ 9p.

Cancelled? Sold out?
http://dethklok.org
Congress Theatre, 773/276-1235, 2135 N Milwaukee.
http://venue.congresschicago.com
MAP PHOTOS SHARE

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

The Deep End. Tuesdays 21+ Free 10p-2a.

"Explores the deeper side of dance music."
Morseland Restaurant, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Wednesday 2012.08.22:    ^

"Uproar Fest" Yearly. All ages. $20-100 1p.

Rockstar Energy Drink presents Shinedown, Godsmack, Staind, Papa Roach, ...
http://rockstaruproar.com
FMWB Amphitheatre, 708/614-1616, 19100 South Ridgeland Ave, Tinley Park. I-80 and Harlem Avenue, South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.com
MAP TICKETS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

My Morning Jacket. All ages. $20-63+ 6:30p.

http://mymorningjacket.com
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 312/742-1168, 55 N Michigan. Millennium Park, Downtown.
http://millenniumpark.org
MAP SHARE

"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
MAP INFO SHARE

Heartbeats. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.

Lokua presents electronic, hip hop, downtempo DJs and performers.
http://momentsound.com
Morseland Restaurant, 773/764-8900, 1218 W Morse. Rogers Park, at Sheridan. Free parking.
http://www.1218morse.com
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO SHARE

Thursday 2012.08.23:    ^

Start of Virgo. Yearly.

Astrological sign, the virgin.
http://www.astrology.com
INFO SHARE

"Hot Mess" Thursdays 21+ $3 booze. 9:45p-?a.

Male dancers and the incredible magic of Tomas.
Atmosphere, 773/784-1100, 5355 N. Clark, Andersonville.
http://atmospherebar.com
MAP SHARE

"Future Bass" Thursdays 21+ $5+ 10p-4a.

SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
MAP TICKETS PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO SHARE

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
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://artinstituteofchicago.org
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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
MAP INFO

Quality exhibits and activities for young minds. All ages. $0-12, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-6p.

Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://chicagochildrensmuseum.org
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS FIND EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO

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
MAP PHOTOS EVENTS INFO

Notes:    ^

ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.

ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.
MAP

Disclaimer.

My mom the attorney would want me to remind you that no Bedno accepts any liability whatsoever for your use of any information presented here, as-is, at your own risk, ad infinitum, etc etc.
http://bedno.com/terms

Many thanx to ChicagoFun.com.

Many thanx to ChicagoFun.com for hosting this system. ChicagoFun.com is THE one-stop special-event planning resource for the Chicagoland area.
http://ChicagoFun.com

2012.08.17