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2015.08.14 (wk945)

Aim High

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." now playing at Theaters Everywhere.
Movie: Movies in the Parks at Various Chicago parks.
Movie: Movies on the Pier (Th).
Movie: Millennium Park Movies (Tu).
Ongoing: Illinois State Fair at Illinois State Fairgrounds.
..-Su: Shakespeare's Best at Various City Parks.
..-Su: Grant Park Music Festival.
Ongoing: Bands at Montrose Beach.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Sa: Bristol Renaissance Faire (Sa/Su).
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Cirque du Soleil at United Center.
Ongoing: Cubs home games at Wrigley Field.
..-Su: Nerd Comedy Fest at Stage 773.
..-Th: Radiance / Wellness at Woman Made Gallery.
Fr: V.J. Day.
Fr: KMFDM at House of Blues.
Fr: Sinister screening at Bohemian National Cemetery.
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Psych Fest at The Hideout.
Fr: Kiss Kiss Cabaret at Uptown Underground.
Fr: Multiverse at Berlin.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Assumption day.
Sa-Su: Air and Water Show at Peaks at North Avenue beach.
Sa-Su: Glenwood Ave Arts Fest.
Sa: Slipknot at Tinley Park Amphitheatre.
Sa: College of Complexes at Hilltop Restaurant.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Su: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
Su: Vintage Garage.
Su: Pakistan Independence Day Parade.
Su: Model Rocket Launching at East Branch Forest Preserve.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: Sunday Skate Session at Belmont Harbor.
Su: Yes w/ Toto at Northerly Island Pavilion.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: Pron and Chicken Dance Party at evilOlive.
Tu: Chi Hack Night at 1871.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: National Aviation Day.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
Th-Su: Wizard World Comic-Con at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Th: Sublime at Northerly Island Pavilion.
Th: "Unbridled" at Untitled.
Th: Drum&Bass night at SmartBar.

Movie:    ^

"The Man from U.N.C.L.E." now playing.

Henry Cavill, Armie Hammer, Alicia Vikander, Elizabeth Debicki, ...
http://manfromuncle.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies in the Parks (since 2001). -2015.09.03 Yearly. All ages. Free At Dusk.

Nice films, neighbors, concessions. See the handy quick ref sched.
http://bedno.com/movies/parks
Various Chicago parks.
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Movies on the Pier. Thursdays -2015.09.10 All ages. Free 8p.

08.20: Ghostbusters.
https://navypier.com/movies-on-the-pier/
Navy Pier, Skyline Stage, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand.
http://navypier.com
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Millennium Park Movies. Tuesdays All ages. Free 6:30p.

08.18: Dirty Dancing.
http://bedno.com/movies/parks?pritz
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 312/742-1168, 55 N Michigan. Millennium Park, Downtown.
http://millenniumpark.org
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Now playing.

Fantastic Four, Ricki and the Flash, Shaun the Sheep Movie, Mission: Impossible 5, Vacation, Pixels, Ant-Man, Mr. Holmes, Minions, Terminator Genisys, Ted 2, Inside Out, Jurassic World, Love & Mercy, Tomorrowland, Mad Max: Fury Road, Age of Ultron, Ride, Welcome to Me, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal:    ^

Illinois State Fair. -2015.08.23 Yearly. 7-12a.

Deep fried fun, animals on parade, sights and sounds, contests, performers, honest mid-western fun.
Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sagamon, Springfield.
http://agr.state.il.us/isf
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Shakespeare's Best. -2015.08.16 All ages. Free.

Fr+Sa 08.14-15: Eckhart Park 6:30p, 1330 W Chicago Ave
Su 08.16: Washington Park 4p, 5531 S Russell Dr.
http://chicagoshakes.com
Various City Parks.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2015.08.16 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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Bands at Montrose Beach. Daily. -2015.08.31 All ages. Free Mo-Tu,Th-Sa 7p, We 5p, Su 6:30p.

Plus beers, cocktails, dining.
Fr 8.14 Geneva Convention
Sa 8.15 Whiskey Jezebel
Su 8.16 The Cleveland Experiment
Mo 8.17 Rio Bamba
Tu 8.18 Coyote Riot
We 8.19 Reggae
Th 8.20 Beggars Banquet.
http://facebook.com/TheDockatMontroseBeach
Montrose Beach, 200 W Montrose Harbor Dr.
http://thedockatmontrosebeach.com
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FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2015.09.05 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://navypier.com
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Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2015.09.06 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. -2015.09.07 Yearly.

http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
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Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2015.09.13 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://chicagosummerdance.org
Grant Park, 312/742-4007, 601 S Michigan. Between Harrison and Balbo, easy by train, bus, trolley, bike or blade.
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Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily. -2015.09.20 Yearly.

Fr 08.14: Umphrey's McGee (7p)
Sa 08.15: CSO/Conlon: Wagner's The Flying Dutchman in concert (7:30p)
Su 08.16: CSO/Movie night: J.J. Abrams's Star Trek (7p)
Mo 08.17: 3 Doors Down (7:30p)
Tu 08.18: Under the Sun Tour: Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker, Eve 6 (6:30p)
We 08.19: Tour de Compadres: Needtobreathe, Switchfoot, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Colony House (6:30p).
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. -2015.10.31 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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Ongoing:    ^

** Cirque du Soleil. -2015.09.20 All ages. $25-250+.

"Delve into a world of curiosity where seeing is disbelieving. KURIOS Cabinet of Curiosities immerses in a mysterious and fascinating realm that disorients your senses and challenges your perceptions."
http://cirquedusoleil.com/Kurios
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://unitedcenter.com/calendar
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Cubs home games. -2015.09.27.

Tu 08.18: 7:05p Tigers ABC
We 08.19: 7:05p Tigers WPWR
Th 08.20: 7:05p Braves.
http://cubs.com
Wrigley Field, 773/404-CUBS, 1060 W Addision.
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Nerd Comedy Fest. -Sunday $15.

http://stage773.com/CNCF
Stage 773, 773/327-5252, 1225 W. Belmont. Near Racine.
http://stage773.com
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Radiance / Wellness. -2015.08.20 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.

"Radiance" show focuses on contemporary approaches and investigations into light in the broadest sense. "Aesthetics of Wellness" looks at impacts on health and quality of life, with workshops.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.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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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 2015.08.14:    ^

V.J. Day (since 1945). Yearly.

Victory over Japan day. Commemorates the surrender of Japan, ending World War II in 1945.
http://www.japan.net
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KMFDM. $28+ 7:30p.

http://kmfdm.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/chicago
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Sinister screening. All ages. Free 8p.

Showing the 2012 horror flick in advance of the sequel's release.
http://horrorsociety.com
Bohemian National Cemetery, 5255 N. Pulaski Rd. Picnic area lawn.
http://bohemiannationalcemeterychicago.org/
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Improvised Shakespeare. Fr/Th 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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Psych Fest. 21+ $10+ 9p.

Source Family/Ya Ho Wa 13 guitarist Djin Aquarian with Plastic Crimewave Syndicate, Vyto B, Shah Jahan, Hands Of Hydra, DJ Psychedalex.
The Hideout, 773/227-4433, 1354 W Wabansia. 1 block east of Elston.
http://hideoutchicago.com
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Kiss Kiss Cabaret (since 2011). Fr/Sa 18+ $20-40 10p.

A wild mix of hilarious hosts, quirky musicians, incredible variety performers and beautiful burlesque beauties.
http://kisskisscabaret.com
Uptown Underground, 773/867-1946, 4707 N Broadway.
http://uptownunderground.net
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Multiverse. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.

"A multimedia music & video dance party where art meets nightlife." Often preceded by theme events. Greg Haus spins Electronica/Indie Alternative dance music.
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://neofuturists.org
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Saturday 2015.08.15:    ^

Assumption day. Yearly.

Christian holiday commemorating the Virgin Mary's assumption into heaven.
http://christianity.about.com
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** 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
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* 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
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Slipknot. All ages. $25-225 6p.

W/ Lamb of God, Bullet for My Valentine, Motionless In White.
http://slipknot1.com
Tinley Park Amphitheatre, 708/614-1616, 19100 South Ridgeland Ave, Tinley Park. I-80 and Harlem Avenue, 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? 2.5hrs 6-11p.

Structured weekly free speech forum with quality lecturers and good American food and bar.
08.15: AUA - Advocates for Urban Agriculture. For home- and community-based growing, market gardens and small farms in Chicago.
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Hilltop Restaurant, 2800 W Foster. At California.
http://facebook.com/HilltopChicago
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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://berlinchicago.com
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Sunday 2015.08.16:    ^

Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sundays -2015.10.25 Yearly. All ages. $1 Most weeks. 6a-3p.

500 market spaces. Clean, comprehensive, entertaining, with free parking, food and restrooms.
847/524-9590 http://wolffs.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://allstatearena.com
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Vintage Garage. 3rd Sundays $? 11a-6p.

100 vintage and antique dealers.
08.16: Highlighting 1985.
847/579-9079 http://vintagegaragechicago.com
5051 N Broadway Uptown between Foster and Argyle.
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Pakistan Independence Day Parade. Yearly. 12:30p.

http://chicagoparades.us
Devon and Ridge to Western.
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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.
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Chicago Bike Polo. Sundays All ages. Free 3-?p.

Pickup games in decommissioned tennis courts.
http://facebook.com/chicagobikepolo
Garfield Park, S Central Park Blvd at W Monroe St.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Sunday Skate Session. All ages. Free 3:30p.

Cones, Tricks, Skaters, Good Times, all skill levels welcome.
http://Bedno.com/skate
Belmont Harbor, 3200 N. Lake Front Trail. Tip of South lobe.
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Yes w/ Toto. All ages. $10-100 7:30p.

http://yesworld.com/
Northerly Island Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr.
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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Monday 2015.08.17:    ^

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

"A safe haven for all things lewd & crude, lascivious & licentious."
08.17: "The Fist" banger: 5 year anniversary.
http://soreadytobang.do312.com
evilOlive, 773/235-9100, 1551 W Division.
http://evil-olive.com
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Tuesday 2015.08.18:    ^

Chi 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://chihacknight.org
1871, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza. 12th Floor.
http://1871.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.
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2015.08.19:    ^

National Aviation Day. Yearly.

Anniversary of Orville Wright's birthday in 1871.
http://www.orvillewright.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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Thursday 2015.08.20:    ^

* Wizard World Comic-Con. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $25-30 10a-5p.

Hundreds of comics and collectibles vendors, special featured guest, popular cartoonists, and famous actors.
http://wizardworld.com
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 847/268-2000, 5555 N River Road, Rosemont. Formerly the Rosemont Convention Center.
http://rosemont.com/donald_e_stephens_convention_center.php
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Sublime. All ages. $35-55 6p.

W/ Rome and Rebelution.
http://sublimelbc.com/
Northerly Island Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr.
http://charteronepavilion.com
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"Unbridled" Thursdays 21+ $10 8p-2a.

"Unleash your inhibitions at Unbridled - a fun, funky, freaky evening of titillating variety." DJs with vaudevillian, burlesque and extreme acts throughout the bar.
http://facebook.com/UnbridledatUntitled
Untitled, 312/880-1511, 111 W. Kinzie.
http://untitledchicago.com
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Drum&Bass night. 3rd Thursdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.

08.20: Alfonz Delamota / Dioptrics / Fineprint / Kode X / Selekta Steel / MC Questionmark UK / MC Tae.
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com/tickets
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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. $0-14, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-5p.

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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Notes:    ^

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2015.08.14