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2008.10.24 (week 591)

Me want BRAIN CANDY!!!

RECOMMENDED:

Movie: International Film Fest at multiple theaters.
Su: Ghosts Of Graceland Cemetery walking tour (Su).
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: "Chicagoween" at Daley Plaza.
Ongoing: Trails of Terror at Peterson Park.
Ongoing: Dream Reapers Haunted House in Melrose Park.
Ongoing: Haunted Sanitarium at Theater on the Lake.
Ongoing: Scream Scene Haunted House Skokie (Fr/Sa).
Ongoing: Fireworks at Navy Pier (Fr/Sa).
Ongoing: "The Fear" at Navy Pier (We-Su).
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
Ongoing: "Object of Desire" at Woman Made Gallery.
..-Su: Joffrey Ballet Fall Program at Auditorium.
Ongoing: Shakesploitation! at Gorilla Tango Theatre.
Ongoing: Chicago Humanities Fest downtown.
Ongoing: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
..-Th: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Fr: United Nations Day.
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Movie:    ^

Chicago International Film Festival (since 1965). $8-11+ Various times.

World-class premiers, best of the best from six continents and 30+ countries. Dozens of special guests and jurors. See website for details.
312/683-0121 http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com
Multiple Theaters.
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Now playing.

City of Ember, Religulous, Choke, Eagle Eye, Burn After Reading, Righteous Kill, The Women, Bangkok Dangerous, Babylon A.D., Disaster Movie, Hamlet 2, Death Race, Tropic Thunder, Pineapple Express, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Movies and Beer. Movies, drinking, heckling, FUN! -Thursday 18+ (ID reqd) $5.

8p Fr,Mo-Th; 7p Su: Pineapple Express - Seth Rogen, James Franco, Gary Cole, Danny R. McBride, Kevin Corrigan, Craig Robinson, Rosie Perez, Ed Begley Jr., Nora Dunn, ...
10p Fr,Mo-Th; 9p Su: Tropic Thunder - Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr., +cameos, ...
Brew & View, 773/929-6713, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Seasonal:    ^

Ghosts Of Graceland Family Walking Tour. Stroll the big name graves. Sundays 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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Fright Fest (since 1991). Redecorated rides and additional Halloween attractions. Fr/Sa/Su -2008.10.31 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://www.sixflags.com/parks/greatamerica/index.asp
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Pumpkin Farms. -2008.10.31 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. -2008.10.31 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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"Chicagoween" Pumpkin Plaza and Haunted Village (since 1997). City decorated event for kids of all ages. -2008.10.31 Yearly. Mo-We 11a-3p, Th-Su 11a-8p.

Big castle set, entertainers, ghost stories, fortunes, pumpkin decorating, farmers market, Scary movie classics Fr/Sa 6p, much more. Midnight Circus performs Mo-We 11:30a+12:30p, +2p Th-Su. Fire performers 23+24,30+31 5:30+7p.
http://chicagoween.us
Daley Plaza, 312/744-3315. Washington and Dearborn.
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Trails of Terror. Over a half mile of haunted scenes. -2008.10.31 Yearly. Ages 8+ $6-8 Open daily. 6:30-9p.

Wind your way through spine-tingling terror. Not recommended for the very young. Editor recommends, spacious, easy parking, well managed, adequate production, original ideas.
2008: The dark side of a deserted carnival, corn maze, ghostly cemetery, bloody red barn, lots of surprises.
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. -2008.11.01 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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Haunted Sanitarium. -2008.11.01 Yearly. 13+ $10 Certain days. 7-11p.

"This haunted house takes place in what used to be a children's sanitarium. Experience the horrors in 15 different themed rooms, creepy clowns, an eerie castle and a spooky swamp to name a few."
Theater on the Lake, 312/742-PLAY, Fullerton at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Scream Scene Haunted House. Spooktacular! Fr/Sa -2008.11.01 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!!! Fr/Sa -2008.11.01 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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"The Fear" -2008.11.02 Yearly. Teens+ $5-12 We-Su 6-11p.

New evil pirate ship theme, with a cargo of the most feared creatures. Also trick-or-treating, bounty maps, and entertainment Pier-wide.
http://www.thefearhauntedhouse.com
Navy Pier, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand.
http://www.navypier.com
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Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fridays 21+ $25 8-9p.

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.
http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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Ongoing:    ^

"Object of Desire" -2008.11.13 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.

Group show.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://www.womanmade.org
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Joffrey Ballet Fall Program. -2008.10.26 All ages. $25-145 Various times.

Postcards, In The Night, Age of Innocence.
http://joffrey.com
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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Shakesploitation! -2008.11.02 All ages. $15 Su 7p, Fr+Sa 8p.

Well reviewed modern Shakespeare parodies including "Ninja Hamlet - Burning Fist of Denmark", "Romeo & Juliet 2: Dead by Dawn", and "Grand Theft Othello".
Gorilla Tango Theatre, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee. By Blue Line Western stop.
http://gorillatango.com
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Chicago Humanities Fest (since 1990). -2008.11.16 Yearly. Various times.

Hundreds of speakers on a theme of universal interest at dozens of venues. Subject for 2008: "Thinking Big" Considers the sweep and scale of human ambition.
http://www.chfestival.org
Various downtown locations.
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WAY too much great theater and comedy and dance to cover.

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

Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2008.10.30 Yearly. All ages. Free.

Tu: Lincoln Square, Lncn/Llnd/Wstrn 7a-2p 06.10-10.28.
Tu: Federal Plaza, Adams/Dearborn, 7a-3p 5.13-10.28.
Th: Daley Plaza 7a-3p 05.15-10.02.
Th: Hyde Park, 52nd&HarperCourt 7a-2p 06.05-10.30.
Sa: Austin, Madison&Central 7a-2p 07.12-10.25.
Sa: Lincoln Park, Armitage&Orchard 7a-2p 05.17-10.25.
Sa: Near North, Dearborn&Division 7a-2p 05.31-10.25.
Sa: North Center, BellPln/Damen/Lncln 7a-2p 06.14-10.18.
Su: WickerPark, WickerPark&Damen 7a-2p 06.08-10.26.
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various 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 2008.10.24:    ^

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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Crazed Carnival Haunted House. 10+ $5 6:30-9:30p.

Haunted by creepy clowns, fun house mirrors, mazes and scares around every corner. Not for the youngest nor faint of heart.
http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
Lincoln Park Cultural Center, 312/742-7726, 2045 N. Lincoln Park West. Clark St. & Armitage Ave. Street park or paid lot.
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St. Jude's "Under The Harvest Moon in Monte Carlo" (since 2001). $85-125 7p-12a.

Enjoy a classic casino-style evening with proceeds benefiting research. Music by Underwater People and acoustic artist Ryan See. Include chips, appetizers, cocktails, raffle, silent auction. A night of entertainment and good company supporting a noble cause.
312/643-0610 http://stjude.org
Galleria Marchetti, 312/563-0495, 825 West Erie.
http://www.galleriamarchetti.com
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Lucinda Williams. 18+ $34 7:30p.

93XRT Show w/ Buick 6.
http://lucindawilliams.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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An evening with Don Hertzfeldt. $10 8p.

Selection of classic animated shorts, and premier of "I Am So Proud Of You".
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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New Kids On The Block. All ages. $35-75 8p.

http://newkidsontheblock.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.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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Estelle Live. British hip-hop/R&B sensation. 21+ $0 -11p w/ RSVP. 9:30p-2a.

Estelle hosts the evening live following her Congress Theatre appearance. DJ Kevin Scott spins. Cocktail recep -10:30p.
Enclave, 312/654-0234, 220 W Chicago. By Brown Line Chicago stop.
http://enclavechicago.com
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Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.

Greg Haus spins his signature mix of progressive, hardhouse, trance, & breakbeat along with some of his favorite classic club hits.
http://www.hauswerkz.com
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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"Shaking Your Willy" Fridays -2008.11.14 18+ $5-10 10:30p.

Naughty ensemble comedy with Shakespeare connections.
http://www.myspace.com/painhappy
Donny's Skybox, 312/337-3992, 1616 N Wells. Second City, Piper's Alley, 4th floor.
http://www.secondcity.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 2008.10.25:    ^

Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2008.10.26 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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Costumed Pooch Parade. Yearly. All ages. 10a-12:30p.

Dress up your pooch in a Halloween costume and come down for some fun! Meet area dog lovers and enjoy an afternoon of fun and prizes. Led by Patch, the Pirate Dog of Navy Pier. Grand prize $125 PETCO coupon. US99 Lisa Dent judges.
Navy Pier, 312/595-PIER, 600 E Grand. Gateway Park in front.
http://www.navypier.com
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Music Box Massacre (since 2005). -Sunday Yearly. Ages? $24-30 24hr 12p.

24 Hour Horror Movie Marathon including host, live music, costume contest, vontage trailers, prizes, more. Films include The Haunted House (Buster Keaton), Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (silent classic with accompaniment), White Zombie (Bela Lugosi), Phantom of The Paradise (Brian De Palma), director Joseph Zito in person.
http://movieside.com
Music Box Theatre, 773/871-6604, 3733 N Southport.
http://www.musicboxtheatre.com
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* Spooky Skate Rave (since 1999). Yearly. All ages. Free. 2p.

Intermediate and advanced bladers come out for this large group rolling tour of famous haunted local spots. Costume required, also bring a bag of candy to give out on Michigan avenue. A blast every year! Chicago Skate Patrol sanctioned, protective gear (esp. helmet) strongly requested.
http://www.road-raves.org
Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. At Dearborn.
http://Bedno.com/skate
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Windy City Roller Derby All-Stars vs Carolina. Monthly. All ages. $20-40 7-9p.

A new breed of derby dame hellions on skates.
http://www.windycityrollers.com
UIC Pavilion, 312/413-5700, 525 S. Racine.
http://www.uicpavilion.com
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Henry Rollins. 18+ $27+ 8p.

"Recountdown" Tour.
http://henryrollins.com
Vic Theatre, 773/472-0449, 3145 N Sheffield.
http://www.victheatre.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.
10.25: Are They Trying to Steal the Election? IL Ballot Integrity Project.
312/326-2120 http://www.collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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Playboy / UFC party. 21+ $0 w/ RSVP 9p-2a.

November cover and former UFC Octagon girl Rachelle Leah attends Silva/Cote PPV after-party. DJ Enferno spins.
Enclave, 312/654-0234, 220 W Chicago. By Brown Line Chicago stop.
http://enclavechicago.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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LL Cool J. 17+ $55+ 11p.

http://llcoolj.com
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Belmont Burlesque Revue. 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 2008.10.26:    ^

* Sunday Parkways. All ages. Free 9a-1p.

"Chicagoland Bicycle Federation's version of Ciclovia" Streets partially blocked for cylists' leisurely enjoyment from Garfield Park to North Lawndale to Little Village.
312/377-5727 http://www.biketraffic.org/sundayparkways
Garfield Park, 100 N. Central Park Ave. Near Green and Blue line stops. About 3600 W Madison.
http://chicagoparkdistrict.com
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Trick or Treat Trot 5K run/walk (since 1988). Adult and kids runs. Yearly. $20-25 9a.

Popular Halloween athletic event, includes costume contest.
http://www.caprievents.com/trick/welcome.htm
Montrose Harbor.
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Halloween Costume Party. All ages. $10+ 7p-12a.

Several bands, vege/vegan buffet, performers, art, more.
The Orphanage, 773/807-5157, 643 W 31st St. 1mi NW of RedLine 35th/Sox stop.
http://theorphanagechicago.org
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Experience Hendrix. $35-90+ 7:30p.

Known musicians celebrate the legacy of Jimi.
http://experiencehendrix.com
Chicago Theatre, 773/561-9500, 175 N State. Downtown.
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com
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Madonna. -Monday All ages. $55-350 8p.

http://madonna.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com
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New Power Party (since 1996). Samnation spins Artist Formerly Known as Prince. Last Sundays 21+ Free 8p-4a.

Movie at 8p, dancing from 10p, diverse glam clique.
http://www.myspace.com/3121chicago
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. At Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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"Adult Swim" NEW EPISODES. Sundays All ages. Free 10p-12a.

Extraordinarily good block of free-form thought-jazz toonage. May include Venture Bros, Oblongs, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SeaLab 2021, Tim and Eric's Awesome Show Great Job, Metalocalypse, Family Guy, more.
http://www.adultswim.com
TOON. On cable.
http://www.cartoonnetwork.com
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Monday 2008.10.27:    ^

Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ $? 10p-4a.

Long running weekly w/ DJs Michael Serafini, Diz, Just Joey, Uncle Milty; Hosts JoJo, Sal-E, Reggie, Christopher Banks, Danielle, Dr. Cho; 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights, free parking, more.
10.27: "Love Bite! Diary of a Vampire" $1000 costume contest with Luis Baro.
http://www.boomboomroomchicago.com
Green Dolphin Street, 773/395-0066, 2200 N Ashland. At Webster.
http://www.jazzitup.com
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Stewart / Colbert. Mo/Tu/We/Th All ages, Free. Reruns several times a day. 10-10:30p.

Brilliant Emmy award winning "news" shows, fresh through the election.
COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2008.10.28:    ^

Good day for Brew&View. Tuesdays 18+ $5+ Now non-smoking.

Drinking, movies, heckling, FUN!
8p Pineapple Express, 10p Tropic Thunder.
Brew & View, 773/929-6713, 3145 N Sheffield. Around the corner from the Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.brewview.com
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Find Your Cause: CABPC Recruiting Event. All ages. $15 6-8p.

Learn about Chicago's Philanthropy and Community Service Organizations at Chicago Associate Board Presidents Council Young Professional Recruiting Event. Includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
312/643-2460 http://www.cabpc.org
The Tavern Club of Chicago, 1141 W. Armitage.
http://www.thetavernclub.com
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Coheed and Cambria. -Friday All ages. $27+ 7:30p.

Q101.1, "Neverender" tour "the entire saga" 4 albums over 4 nights:
Tu: The Second Stage of Turbine Blade
We: In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth: 3
Th: From Fear Through The Eyes of Madness
Fr: No World For Tomorrow.
http://coheedandcambria.com
Riviera Theatre, 312/275-6800, 4647 N Racine.
http://www.rivieratheatre.com
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Chicago Healing Circle (since 1994). Open-ended exploration of energy healing technique and philosophy. Tuesdays All ages. $5 7:30-9:30p.

People coming together weekly to give and receive healing, practicing different systems which support one to rebalance the mind, body & spirit, including Reiki, Quantum Touch(R), Young Living Theraputic Grade Essential Oils, Magnified Healing(R), Jesus Healing System, and Full Spectrum Healing. This is the original Healing Circle that began at Grant Hospital, moved to Ann Sather's, then to Healing Earth Resources. Open to all persons of Light and Love & is non denominational.
http://www.myspace.com/chicagohealingcircle
JHP Community Center, 773/293-3621, 5110 N Western Avenue.
http://www.jhpcommunitycenter.org
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Wednesday 2008.10.29:    ^

Chicago Underground Film Festival (since 1994). Packed series with many gems, shorts, features, speakers. -Sunday Yearly. We-Su.

See event website for schedule.
http://www.cuff.org
Multiple locations.
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"Seminar" - THE weekly drum&bass party (since 1998). Wednesdays 21+ $0-7 7p-2a.

10.29: "Chicago fright night" DJs Fonz De La Mota, Oracle, Mega Mike.
http://www.bassbythepound.com
Lava Lounge, 773/342-LAVA, 1270 N Milwaukee.
http://lavachicago.com
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South Park NEW EPISODE. Wednesdays All ages. Free 9p.

COM. On cable.
http://www.comedycentral.com
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"In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 10p-?a.

"Eclectic mix of people who groove on laid-back vibes."
http://www.myspace.com/inoneear
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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Thursday 2008.10.30:    ^

Mondog's (Montrose Dog Beach) Fall Fundraiser. 21+ $0, donations encouraged. 6-9p.

Come Party With Your Pooch and Support a Good Cause. Well-behaved dogs welcome, prize for best costume. Drink specials, raffle prizes.
773/528-7032 http://www.mondog.org
Witt's Bar and Grille, 773/528-0796, 2913 N. Lincoln Ave. In Lincoln Park.
http://www.wittschicago.com
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* "Twas the Night Before Halloween..." All ages. $25 7:30p.

A special Magic Chicago showcase. Live performance by Eugene Burger celebrating 30 years of magic, plus screening "A Magical Vision" film.
773/984-3817 http://magicchicagoshow.com
City Lit Theater, 773/293-3682, 1020 W Bryn Mawr. located in the historic Edgewater Presbyterian Church.
http://www.citylit.org
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AC/DC. -Saturday $20-90+ Two nights. 7:30p.

http://acdc.com
Allstate Arena, 847/635-6601, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont.
http://www.allstatearena.com
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"Halloweekend" cover bands. 21+ $8-10 8:30p.

B1gT1me As Tom Waits, Jinx Titanic As Meatloaf, Canasta As The Decemberists, All City Affairs As George Michael, The Webstirs As Flaming Lips, The Delafields As Velvet Underground, The Getouts As Neil Young.
773/463-5808
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://www.abbeypub.com
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GWAR. 17+ $22+ Doors 7:30p, show 9p.

W/ Toxic Holocaust.
http://gwar.net
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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Atomic. Thursdays 21+ $5 10p-4a.

DJs QBot + Kamar and special guest DJs spin 80s, New Wave, more.
http://www.djkamar.com
Neo, 773/528-2622, 2350 N Clark. Just South of Fullerton. Sometimes parking rare.
http://neo-chicago.com
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Attractions:    ^

Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free. Mo-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p.

With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-6630, 77 E Randolph.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/culturalcenter/
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Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-10, Free Tu 10a-8p, Mo closed, We-Su 10a-5p.

Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free.

With Giant Ferris Wheel, IMAX theatre, historic carousel, a*mazing Chicago ride, classic spinning swing ride, new mini-golf course, major VR games, food court, quality restaurants and bars, stained glass window museum, enclosed garden, wonderful specialty shops, children's museum, water taxis, several cruise lines and the Shakespeare Theatre.
Summer: 10a-10p Su-Th, 10a-midnt Fr-Sa; Fall: Mo-Th 10a-9p, Fr+Sa 10a-11p, Su 10a-7p; Winter: 10a-8p Mo-Th, 10a-10p Fr-Sa, 10a-7p Su.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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See how the universe works. All ages. $10-18+ Mo-Fr 9:30a-4:30p (-10p 1st Fridays), Sa/Su 9a-4:30p, closed xmas, open -6p 12.26-1.5.

Much high tech exhibitry.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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Masterpieces. All ages. $12 Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-5p, Th 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.

And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://www.artic.edu/aic
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World class gardens. Easy to get to. All ages. $8.75 parking. 8a-sunset, closed xmas.

385 acres, 23 gardens, 9 islands, prarie simulation, oriental features, miniature railway, produce, shows, restaurant, more...
Chicago Botanic Gardens, 847/835-5440, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe.
http://www.chicago-botanic.org
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Quality exhibits and activities for young minds. All ages. $0-9, Free Th 5-8p. Su-We+Fr -5p, Th+Sa 10a-8p.

Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Natural History done right. All ages. $6-12. Last entry 4p, closed xmas. 9a-5p.

"Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, world culture, geology, ecology, much more.
Field Museum, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.fmnh.org
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Exhibits covering 4000 years of surgical history. Not for the squeamish. All ages. $3-6, Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p. Closed 12.24-25, 12.31-1.1.

International Museum of Surgical Science, 312/642-6502, 1524 N Lake Shore.
http://www.imss.org
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World class zoo. Now with web cams. All ages. Free (Building hours vary) 9a-6p.

Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $6-11 +parking/movies, Sometimes free. Mo-Sa 9:30a-4p, Su 11a-4p.

Exhibits include clock (possibly the best historical collection in existence), trains, toys, flight, genetics, chemistry, coal, petroleum, human body slices, cyberspace, farming, the U-505, TONS of space flight tech, and much more.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
http://www.msichicago.org
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Truly stunning world class aquarium. $11-18, some deal days. Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), some later days.

Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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Notes:    ^

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ALWAYS call before going to a listed event.
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2008.10.24