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2013.07.05 (wk836)

Feel all the feelings!
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "The Lone Ranger" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Naked July at National Pastime Theatre.
Ongoing: 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).
Th: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
..-Su: Lisle Eyes to the Skies Balloonfest at Lisle Community Park.
..-Su: Naperville Rib Fest at Knoch Park.
..-Sa: American Music Festival at Fitzgerald's.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
..-Su: International Festival of Life at Union Park.
Fr: Earth at Aphelion.
..-Su: Magnificent Mile Art Festival at Tribune Tower.
..-Su: Wavefront Beachside Music Fest at Montrose Beach.
Fr: Group Skate at Daley Plaza.
Fr: Marilyn Manson at Riviera Theatre.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Doctor Who Burlesque at Gorilla Tango Theatre.
Fr: Squarepusher at Metro.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Bike Tour of Bridgeport and Armour Square at McGuane Park.
Sa-Su: Taste of Lakeview at Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland.
Sa: Dark Star Orchestra at Park West.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Festival of Flesh at Ultra Lounge.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Skinprov at Annoyance Theatre and Bar.
Su: Beach Poets at Loyola Beach.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: New cartoons on FOX.
Su: Counting Crows at Charter One Pavilion.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Su: Boom Boom Room at Green Dolphin Street.
Su: Madonnarama at Berlin.
Mo: Downtown Sound at Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Tu: "Gigantour" at Allstate Arena.
Tu: Open Gov Hack Night at 1871.
Tu: Justin Bieber at United Center.
Tu: Barenaked Ladies at Charter One Pavilion.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: Astronomy.
We-Su: Taste Of Chicago at Grant Park.
We: Jonas Brothers at Charter One Pavilion.
We: Tributosaurus at Martyrs'.
We: Leather Strip 25th Anniversary at Cobra Lounge.
We: Terrapin Flyer at Abbey Pub.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Machina at SmartBar.
Th: Free Slurpees at Participating 7-11 stores.
Th: Loops and Variations at Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Th-Sa: "Strip Strip Hooray!" at House of Blues.
Th: Dubstep night at SmartBar.
Movie:    ^
"The Lone Ranger" now playing.
Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer, William Fichtner, Tom Wilkinson, Helena Bonham Carter, ...
http://disney.go.com/the-lone-ranger
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Now playing.
Monsters University, World War Z, Man of Steel, This Is the End, The Internship, The Purge, After Earth, Before Midnight, Star Trek Into Darkness, Great Gatsby, Iron Man 3, Pain & Gain, The Big Wedding, Oblivion, 42, To the Wonder, Antiviral, Disconnect, G.I. Joe 2, Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Upside Down, Oz the Great and Powerful, Jack the Giant Slayer, Snitch, A Good Day to Die Hard, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal:    ^
Naked July. "Art stripped down." -2013.08.11 Yearly.
"Celebrates the theme of Purity through raw and fantastical theater, painting, music, film, and parties."
http://www.NakedJuly.com
National Pastime Theatre, 773/327-7077, 941 W Lawrence. At Sheridan.
http://npt2.com
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Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2013.08.17 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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Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2013.09.01 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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Summer Vacation. -2013.09.04 Yearly.
http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2013.09.15 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://cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_summerdance0.html
Grant Park, 312/742-4007, 601 S Michigan. Between Harrison and Balbo, easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2013.09.30 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.
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2013.10.26 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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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.
Fr 07.05: 8p RSMI Anniversary/Miria Fried, Violin and RMSI Staff
Sa 07.06: 7:30p David Byrne & St. Vincent
Su 07.07: 1p Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players (Kraft Great Kids Concert)
Su 07.07: 7p Sarah Chang, Violin: Brahm's Sonata No. 3
Mo 07.08: 8p RSMI Piano and String Recital: David Ludwig's commissioned piano quartet $10
Tu 07.09: 8p Handel's oratorio Israel in Egypt/Music of the Baroque Orchestra and Chorus
We 07.10: 8p Juilliard String Quartet: Beethoven's String Quartet No. 16
Th 07.11: 8p CSO/Christoph von D/Emanuel Ax, Piano All-Beethoven Program.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served by Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2013.10.31 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://chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2013.10.26 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.
Nice films, neighbors, concessions.
Fr 07.05: Amundsen Park (6200 W. Bloomingdale Ave.) Ice Age: Continental Drift
Fr 07.05: Euclid Park (9800 S. Parnell Ave.) Sparkle (2012)
Fr 07.05: Hermosa Park (2240 N. Kilbourn Ave.) Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
Sa 07.06: Ellis Park (535 E. 35th St.) Think Like a Man
Sa 07.06: Galewood Park (5729 W. Bloomingdale Ave.) ParaNorman
Sa 07.06: Sherwood Park (5701 S. Shields Ave.) Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family
Mo 07.08: Northerly Island Park (1521 S. Linn White Dr.) E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial
Mo 07.08: Rainbow Beach Park (3111 E. 77th St.) Lean on Me
Tu 07.09: A. Montgomery Ward Park (630 N. Kingsbury St.) Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Tu 07.09: Armour Square Park (3309 S. Shields Ave.) Despicable Me
Tu 07.09: Jackson Park (6401 S. Stony Island Ave) Think Like a Man
We 07.10: Piotrowski Park (4247 W. 31st St.) Latino Film Festival Selection
We 07.10: Shabbona Park (6935 W. Addison St.) E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial
Th 07.11: Cornell Square Park (1809 W 50th St.) Thunderstruck
Th 07.11: Gompers Park (4222 W. Foster Ave.) Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
Th 07.11: Lindblom Park (6054 S. Damen Ave.) Men in Black 3.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies
Various Chicago parks.
http://facebook.com/ChicagoParks.Movies
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Ongoing:    ^
* Lisle Eyes to the Skies Balloonfest (since 1981). -2013.07.07 Yearly. All ages. $3 11a-11p.
Major hot air ballooning event, includes nationally known bands, food, carnival, fireworks, etc, weather permitting.
http://www.eyestotheskies.org/
Lisle Community Park, 630/575-9798, Hwy. 53 and Short Street. Near I-88 and I-355.
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Naperville Rib Fest. -2013.07.07 Yearly. All ages. $0-10 12-10p.
Big fest with over a dozen barbeque vendors (Ribbers) and other treats and merchandise. Also carnival rides, and diverse kids entertainment including dog acts, tumblers, magic and more. "To promote Americanism, enrich community life through leisure activities ... promote a strong family unit and support prevention of child abuse and domestic violence in all forms."
http://ribfest.net
Knoch Park, Martin Ave at S West St, Naperville.
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American Music Festival (since 1981). -Saturday Yearly. Ages? $30+ Fr+Tu 4:30p, Sa+Su 1-?p.
See website for massive schedule of great acts.
Fitzgerald's, 708/788-6670, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. 6blks from Forest Park Blue Line stop at Oak Park Ave.
http://www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com
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* Cirque Shanghai. -2013.09.02 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
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International Festival of Life (since 1993). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. 1-10p.
"Dedicated to celebrating the humanity of all people. The event allows cultural, educational and spiritual exchange through innovative programming and a marketplace format that highlights the global spectrum of entertainment, food, fine arts, crafts, small business and corporate communities." Reggae, Rock, Caribbean, Latin, African, Pop, R&B, Gospel, House and World Music bands.
http://FestivalOfLife.biz
Union Park, 1501 W Randolph. Near Washington/Ogden intersection.
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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 2013.07.05:    ^
Earth at Aphelion. Our orbit's farthest point from the sun. Yearly.
Fortunately by cosmic standards we're close (3.4%?) to circular at 147.5-152.6Mkm (91.7-94.8Mmi).
http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/EarthSeasons.php
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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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* Wavefront Beachside Music Fest. -Sunday All ages. $$$ 11a-10p.
100 Electronic Dance Music artists and DJs at four stages.
http://wavefrontmusicfestival.com
Montrose Beach, 4500 N Simonds Dr.
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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
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Marilyn Manson. All ages. $35+ 8p.
http://marilynmanson.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4746 N Racine.
http://rivieratheatre.com
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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/
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Doctor Who Burlesque. Fridays 18+ $35 9p.
Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://GorillaTango.com
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* Squarepusher. 18+ $25+ Doors 10p.
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://metrochicago.com/shows
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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://berlinchicago.com
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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
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Saturday 2013.07.06:    ^
Bike Tour of Bridgeport and Armour Square. All ages. $9 11a-3p.
Lee Diamond leads a leisurely dozen mile bike ride introducing the community, history and architecture. Helmets and waivers required.
773/255-6347 http://ChicagoVelo.com
McGuane Park, 29th and Halsted.
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Taste of Lakeview. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 (donation) 12-10p.
Street performers, bands, food, artisans and craft vendors, sponsored by Budweiser. Formerly Rock Around the Block (since 1994).
http://starevents.com
Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland, 773/665-4682.
http://lakeviewchamber.com
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Dark Star Orchestra. 18+ $25 8p.
Premier Grateful Dead homage.
http://darkstarorchestra.com
Park West, 773/929-1322, 322 W Armitage.
http://parkwestchicago.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.
07.06: Killing in Chicago for Fun and Profit.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Festival of Flesh. 21+ $7 9p-?a.
Burlesque, comedy, variety, sideshow acts, DJs, spirits. Ron Fitzgerald's Dark Sticky Fun Birthday Party Show!
http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/201908643297573
Ultra Lounge, 773/269-2900, 2169 N Milwaukee. Downstairs.
http://ultraloungechicago.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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Skinprov. Saturdays 18+ $7 12a.
All male clothing reduced comedy.
Annoyance Theatre and Bar, 773/561-4665, 4830 N. Broadway.
http://annoyanceproductions.com
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Sunday 2013.07.07:    ^
Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2013.08.25 Yearly. All ages. Free 12-2p.
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
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Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 3-?p.
Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://chicagobikepolo.com
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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New Fox cartoons. Sundays All ages. Free 6:30p.
May include Simpsons, Family Guy, Cleveland, American Dad, more.
http://thesimpsons.com
FOX. http://www.fox.com
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Counting Crows. All ages. $40-175+ 7p.
And The Wallflowers.
http://countingcrows.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://charteronepavilion.com
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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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Boom Boom Room. Sundays 21+ $? 10p-?a.
Long running (1991) weekly. Big dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights.
http://facebook.com/BoomBoomRoomChicago
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://facebook.com/thegreendolphinstreet
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Madonnarama. 1st Sundays 21+ Free 10p-4a.
All Madonna music and videos all night with DJ Riley York. Classics, rare tracks, remixes, etc.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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Monday 2013.07.08:    ^
Downtown Sound. Mondays -2013.07.29 Yearly. All ages. Free 6:30p.
Two bands most Monday nights.
07.08: Dawes and The Cairo Gang.
http://chicagofestivals.net
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 312/742-1168, 55 N Michigan. Millennium Park, Downtown.
http://millenniumpark.org
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Pron and Chicken Dance Party. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-?a.
"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
07.08: Prohibition Banger.
http://soreadytobang.do312.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
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Tuesday 2013.07.09:    ^
"Gigantour" All ages. $50-75+ 4:30p.
W/ Megadeth, Black Label Society, Device, HELLYEAH, Newsted, Death Division, ...
http://gigantour.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com/calendar
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Open Gov Hack Night. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6-10p.
"Volunteers create web apps with open data to improve transparency, efficiency, and decision-making for governments and our democracy."
http://opengovhacknight.eventbrite.com
1871, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza. 12th Floor.
http://1871.com
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Justin Bieber. All ages. $45-95+ 7p.
The "Believe" Tour.
http://justinbiebermusic.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://unitedcenter.com/calendar
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Barenaked Ladies. All ages. $20-230 7:30p.
And Ben Folds Five.
http://barenakedladies.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://charteronepavilion.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://beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2013.07.10:    ^
Astronomy. All ages. Free.
http://earthsky.org/tonight
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Taste Of Chicago (since 1981). Beer, meat, people, major bands. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. Free entry. 10a-9p.
Newly reformatted, 40+ quality restaurants represented. Bring money and sun screen. Variety of special attractions including flume ride, kid fun, local TV stars, high diving, much more. Good bands at several stages all day.
http://tasteofchicago.us
Grant Park, 312/744-3370, Columbus and Balbo. Easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
http://cityofchicago.org
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Jonas Brothers. All ages. $20-120 7p.
http://jonasbrothers.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://charteronepavilion.com
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Tributosaurus. Monthly. 21+ $20+ 7p.
"The Jurassic beast with multiple musical faces. A different band every month, featuring local music celebrities."
07.10: Becomes Tom Petty.
http://tributosaurus.com
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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Leather Strip 25th Anniversary. 21+ $? 9p-?a.
Rare local show w/ Gothsicles, JILT, Project.44.
http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/372339882875795
Cobra Lounge, 312/226-6300, 235 N Ashland.
http://cobralounge.com
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Terrapin Flyer. Wednesdays 21+ $7 9p.
Grateful Dead homage.
http://terrapinflyer.net
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://abbeypub.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/groups/5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://heartlandcafe.com
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Machina. Wednesdays 21+ Free 10p-?a.
Celebrates 80s/90s industrial, new wave, goth music.
07.10: DJ Greg Haus & guests.
http://facebook.com/smartbarchicago/events
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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Thursday 2013.07.11:    ^
Free Slurpees. Yearly.
7.11oz size. Also a dance video contest.
http://7-eleven.com/SlurpeeDance
Participating 7-11 stores.
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Loops and Variations. Thursdays -2013.07.18 Yearly. All ages. Free 6:30p.
New music and electronica most Thursdays.
07.11: Dan Deacon. (8pm, no opening act).
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 312/742-1168, 55 N Michigan. Millennium Park, Downtown.
http://millenniumpark.org
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"Strip Strip Hooray!" -Saturday 18+ $40-300 Three nites. 7:30p.
Dita Von Teese burlesque variety show.
http://dita.net
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Dubstep night. Thursdays 21+ $8-10 10p-4a.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/calendar
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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, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://artinstituteofchicago.org
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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. $0-12, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-6p.
Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://chicagochildrensmuseum.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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2013.07.05