2011.07.22 (week 734)
Be well.
RECOMMENDED:
Movie: "Captain America" now playing everywhere.
Ongoing: Grant Park Music Festival.
Ongoing: Summer Vacation at Chicago Public Schools.
Sa: Bristol Renaissance Faire.
Ongoing: Chicago Summerdance at Grant Park.
Ongoing: Bike Chicago at Various City Locations.
Sa: Wolff's Flea Market & Antique Mall at Allstate.
We: Pleasant Outdoor Concerts daily at Ravinia.
Ongoing: Farmers Markets at Various city locations.
Ongoing: Cirque Du Soleil's OVO at United Center.
Ongoing: Cirque Shanghai at Skyline Stage.
..-Su: Blues Brothers tribute at Auditorium.
..-Su: Festival Of The Lakes at Wolf Park.
..-Sa: "unearthed" at Ruth Page Center for the Arts.
..-Su: USA Gymnastics at UIC Pavilion.
Ongoing: Naked July at National Pastime Theatre.
Ongoing: Seriously Funny at Woman Made Gallery.
Ongoing: Neighborhood Tour from Cultural Center.
Fr: Bars Across America at The Book Cellar.
Fr: Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur (Fr).
Fr: Improvised Shakespeare at IO Theatre.
Fr: Lincoln Fair Burlesque Expo at Lincoln Tap Room.
Fr: Tesla at House of Blues.
Fr: Cosmix at Berlin.
Ongoing: Super Mario Burlesque at Gorilla Tango Theater.
Fr: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind at Neo-Fut.
Sa: Start of Leo.
Sa: Disability Pride Parade downtown.
Sa-Su: Sheffield Garden Walk and Festival at Webster and Sheffield.
Sa-Su: Wicker Park Summerfest.
Sa: Inline skating lessons at Oak St. Beach.
Sa: Tribute Bands at Abbey Pub.
Sa: College of Complexes at Lincoln Restaurant.
Sa: Air Guitar Championships at Metro.
Sa: Overload 4 at 1524 West Fremont.
Sa: "Twisted" at Berlin.
Sa: Freakeasy at SmartBar.
Sa: Fireworks at Navy Pier (We+Sa).
Sa: Skinprov at Annoyance Theatre and Bar.
Su: Chicago Bike Polo at Garfield Park.
Su: Beach Poets at Loyola Beach.
Su: NEDTalks: Spreading Worthless Ideas at The Whistler.
Su: "Adult Swim" on TOON.
Mo: The Decemberist at Aragon Ballroom.
Mo: Booty Movement Coalition at Martyrs'.
Mo: Boom Boom Room at Ohm.
Mo: Rehab at Debonair Social Club.
Tu: $1 drinks at Atmosphere.
Tu: Chicago Underground Comedy at Beat Kitchen.
We: Earth, Wind & Fire at Charter One Pavilion.
We: Dismantled & Cyanotic at Kinetic Playground.
We: "In One Ear" at Heartland Cafe.
We: Heartbeats at Morseland Restaurant.
Th: Atomic Sketch Event at Green Eye Lounge.
Th: Def Leppard and Heart at FMWB Ampitheatre.
Th: Dubstep night at SmartBar.
Movie: ^
- "Captain America" now playing.
- Chris Evans, Hugo Weaving, Natalie Dormer, Stanley Tucci, Dominic Cooper, Tommy Lee Jones, Hayley Atwell, ...
http://captainamerica.marvel.com
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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- Now playing.
- Winnie the Pooh, Harry Potter 8, Horrible Bosses, Zookeeper, Larry Crowne, Transformers 3, Bad Teacher, Cars 2, Conan O'Brien Can't Stop, Green Lantern, Mr. Popper's Penguins, Super 8, X-Men 5, Hangover 2, Midnight in Paris, Pirates 4, Everything Must Go, The Beaver, Thor, The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, Water for Elephants, Your Highness, Hanna, Arthur, Born to Be Wild, Soul Surfer, Hop, Source Code, ...
Theaters Everywhere.
http://bedno.com/movies
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Seasonal: ^
- Grant Park Music Festival (since 1935). -2011.08.20 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.
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- Summer Vacation. -2011.09.01 Yearly.
- http://www.cps.edu
Chicago Public Schools.
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- Bristol Renaissance Faire (since 1988). Party like it's 1599!!! Sa/Su -2011.09.04 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.
http://plagueday.com
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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- Chicago Summerdance (since 1997). Lessons, dancing, big bands, different style everyday. -2011.09.18 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.
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- Bike Chicago (since 1991). Five months of events to promote the health, economic and environmental benefits of bicycling. -2011.09.30 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://www.bikechicago.us
Various City Locations.
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- Wolff's Flea Market (since 1991). Sa/Su -2011.10.30 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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- Pleasant Outdoor Concerts almost daily.
- .7.22: 7:30p Five For Fighting
.7.23: 7p Cso: Gershwin Gala
.7.24: 5p Cso: James Conlon Conducts "Eroica"
.7.26: 8p Conlon Showcase: Breaking The Silence
.7.27: 8p Mezzo-Soprano Ekaterina Semenchuk
.7.28: 8p Misha & Cipa Dichter/Harlem String Quartet.
Ravinia, 847/266-5100, 400 Iris Lane, Highland Pk. Served my Metra.
http://www.ravinia.org
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- Farmers Markets (since 1980). Fresh and charming. -2011.10.31 Yearly. All ages. Free.
- Tu: Lincoln Square, Federal Plaza; We: Andersonville; Th: Daley Plaza, Hyde Park; Sa: Austin, Lincoln Park, Near North; Su: WickerPark;
http://www.chicagofarmersmarkets.us
Various city locations.
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Ongoing: ^
- Cirque Du Soleil's OVO. -2011.08.21 All ages. $62-240+.
- "A headlong rush into a colourful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement."
http://cirquedusoleil.com
United Center, 1901 W Madison.
http://www.unitedcenter.com/calendar
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- * Cirque Shanghai. -2011.09.05 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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- Blues Brothers tribute. -2011.07.24 $25-55 Various times.
- http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/163112850406957
Auditorium, 312/431-2357, 50 E Congress. Downtown.
http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org
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- Festival Of The Lakes. -Sunday Yearly.
- Major bands, carnival rides and games, foods, boating, etc. Surprisingly easily accessible by CTA+Metra.
http://festival.gohammond.com
Wolf Park, 2398 S. Calumet Ave, Whiting IN.
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- "unearthed" -2011.07.23 All ages. $25-30+ 7p.
- "an ecologically responsible production from start to finish, tells a story about the beauty and fragility of life, our actions and resulting re-actions and the value of understanding our interdependence with the natural world."
http://aerialdancechicago.org
Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 312/337-6543, 1016 N Dearborn.
http://ruthpage.org
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- USA Gymnastics. -Sunday.
- http://usa-gymnastics.org
UIC Pavilion, 312/413-5700, 525 S. Racine.
http://www.uicpavilion.com
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- Naked July. "Art stripped down." -2011.08.06 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, 4139 N Broadway. 3blks N of Red Line Sheridan stop.
http://npt2.com
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- Seriously Funny. -2011.08.18 We-Fr -7p, Sa/Su 12-4p.
- Works expressed in cartoon-style format.
Woman Made Gallery, 312/738-0400, 685 N Milwaukee.
http://womanmade.org/calexhibits.html
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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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- Chicago Neighborhood Tours. Bring a snack. $20-45 4hr 10a.
- .7.22: Greek Town, Chinatown & Little Italy
.7.23: Taste of the Neighborhoods
.7.28: Columbus Park & Garfield Park.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/742-1190, 77 E Randolph.
http://chicagoneighborhoodtours.com
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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 2011.07.22: ^
- Bars Across America. 21+ Free 7p.
- Author John Greenfield hosts, book reading/signing and songs about cycling and taverns, with free Goose Island beer.
http://votewithyourfeetchicago.blogspot.com/
The Book Cellar, 4736 N. Lincoln Ave.
http://bookcellarinc.com
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- Supernatural Chicago (since 2004). Interactive theatre exploring Chicago's paranormal past. Fr/Sa 21+ $25 7:30-9p.
- Hosted by Necromancer Neil Tobin. Hear true Chicago stories of the unexplained, brought to life through audience-involving demonstrations of telepathy, clairvoyance, mediumship and magic -- at one of Chicago's most haunted nightspots. Price includes the show plus two drinks and general admission to the club.
800/979-3370 http://www.SupernaturalChicago.com
Excalibur, 312/266-1944, 632 N Dearborn. Downtown, valet or pay.
http://www.excaliburchicago.com
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- 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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- Lincoln Fair Burlesque Expo. Monthly. 21+ Free 9p.
- "American burlesque got its start right here in Chicago in 1893 at the World's Columbian Exposition." Vaudezilla keeps the tradition lively.
http://www.vaudezilla.com
Lincoln Tap Room, 773/868-0060, 3010 N Lincoln.
http://lincolntaproom.com
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- Tesla. 17+ $40 9p.
- W/ Steepwater Band.
http://www.teslatheband.com/
House of Blues, 312/527-2583, 329 N Dearborn.
http://houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/chicago
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- Cosmix. Fridays 21+ $0-5 10p-4a.
- Greg Haus spins Electro / Progressive / Breaks / Alternative / Electronica.
Berlin, 773/348-4975, 954 W Belmont. Near Red line Belmont stop.
http://www.berlinchicago.com
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- Super Mario Burlesque. Fr/Sa -2011.08.27 18+ $20 11p.
- Sexy burlesque romp send-up of the famous video games. Bring tips to unlock the alternate ending.
Gorilla Tango Theater, 773/598-4549, 1919 N Milwaukee Ave.
http://GorillaTango.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 2011.07.23: ^
- Start of Leo. Yearly.
- Astrological sign, the lion.
http://www.astrology.com
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- Disability Pride Parade and Festival. Yearly. All ages. Free 11a.
- http://www.chicagoparades.us
Clark from Van Buren to Washington.
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- Sheffield Garden Walk and Festival (since 1969). -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $6-10 12-9:30p.
- 100 gardens, refreshments, entertainment, good stuff for kids, numerous major local bands.
Webster and Sheffield, 773/929-WALK.
http://www.sheffieldfestivals.org
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- Wicker Park Summerfest. -Sunday Yearly. All ages. $5 12-10p.
- Up and coming alternative rock bands, great local eateries, eclectic arts and crafts.
http://myspace.com/wickerparkfest
1501 N Damen From Schiller to North Ave. Near Blue Line Damen stop.
http://www.wickerparkbucktown.com
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- 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
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- Tribute Bands. 21+ $12 8p.
- Kid A (Radiohead), Handsome Devilz (Smith's/Morrissey), Bubbles Erotica (System Of A Down Tribute), Bring It Home Chicago (Led Zepplin Tribute).
Abbey Pub, 773/478-4408, 3420 W Grace. At Elston.
http://abbeypub.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.
07.23: Solutions to Our Global Climate Crisis: A Look at Al gore's Book "Our Choices".
312/326-2120 http://collegeofcomplexes.org
Lincoln Restaurant, 773/248-1820, 4008 N Lincoln. Near Lincoln/Irving/Damen.
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- Air Guitar Championships. 18+ $21 9p.
- National Finals.
http://www.usairguitar.com
Metro, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://www.metrochicago.com
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- Overload 4. 17+ $15 9p-4a.
- Hard Dance Nation & World of Source Presents: "Raise Your Glowsticks!"
http://ChicagoFunNews.com/fb/182448051809736
1524 West Fremont, 773/509-4822.
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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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- * Freakeasy. 21+ $10-12 10p-5a.
- http://freakeasy.net
SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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- FIREWORKS!!! Sa/We -2011.09.03 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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- 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 2011.07.24: ^
- 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
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- Beach Poets (since 1990). Sundays -2011.08.28 Yearly. All ages. Free 4-6p.
- Cathleen Schandelmeier-Bartels hosts varied readings and music.
773/465-5460 http://www.myspace.com/beachpoets
Loyola Beach, 7049 N Sheridan. Greenleaf at the lakefront, near Heartland stand.
http://chicagopoetry.com
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- NEDTalks: Spreading Worthless Ideas. Ages? $? 9p.
- Parodying TED talks, "There's nothing Silicon Valley can do that Chicago cant do in a lazier and less impressive way. Topics such as Protecting Your Brain from Hypnotism and Why its Better to be Beautiful."
http://sethandkellen.com
The Whistler, 2421 N. Milwaukee Ave.
http://whistlerchicago.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 2011.07.25: ^
- The Decemberist. All ages. $28+ 7:30p.
- http://decemberists.com
Aragon Ballroom, 773/561-9500, 1106 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.aragon.com
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- Booty Movement Coalition. Last Mondays 21+ $8 9p.
- Mix of top local musician doing big band improv phat funk.
http://www.myspace.com/bmcchicago
Martyrs', 773/404-9494, 3855 N Lincoln.
http://martyrslive.com
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- Boom Boom Room (since 1991). Mondays 21+ $? 10p-4a.
- Long running weekly w/ smart local DJs. 4kft dance space, multiple bars and environments, late night dining, state-of-the-art sound and lights.
http://facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_170585836317260
Ohm, 773/278-5138, 1958 W North. Wicker Park.
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- Rehab. Mondays 21+ $? 10p-2a.
- "America's Best Party" according to frisky young Wickers.
http://facebook.com/rehabdanceparty
Debonair Social Club, 773/227-7990, 1575 N Milwaukee. At North and Damen.
http://debonairsocialclub.com
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- Stewart / Colbert. Mo/Tu/We/Th Reruns several times a day. 10-11p.
- Brilliant awards winning "news" shows.
COM. On cable.
http://comedycentral.com
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Tuesday 2011.07.26: ^
- $1 drinks. Tuesdays 21+ 5p-2a.
- LGBTABPH friendly, great tunez.
Atmosphere, 773/784-1100, 5355 N Clark.
http://atmospherebar.com
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- Chicago Underground Comedy. Tuesdays 21+ $5 Doors 9p.
- "The Hippest, Hottest Stand-Up Showcase to Emerge in Years" +good menu & booze.
http://www.chicagoundergroundcomedy.com
Beat Kitchen, 773/281-4444, 2100 W Belmont.
http://www.beatkitchen.com
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Wednesday 2011.07.27: ^
- Earth, Wind & Fire. All ages. $30-150 8p.
- http://earthwindandfire.com
Charter One Pavilion, 312/540-2668, 1300 S Lynn White Dr. Northerly Island, Museum Campus, former Meigs field.
http://www.charteronepavilion.com
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- Dismantled & Cyanotic. 21+ $5 9p.
- http://dismantled.org
Kinetic Playground, 773-769-LIVE, 1113 W Lawrence. Near Red line Lawrence stop.
http://www.thekineticplayground.com
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- "In One Ear" (since 1988). Poetry Open Mic. Wednesdays 18+ $3 10p-?a.
- "2nd Longest Running Open-Mic In Chicago!"
http://facebook.com/group.php?gid=5016477382
Heartland Cafe, 773/465-8005, 7000 N Glenwood. Near Red Line Morse stop.
http://www.heartlandcafe.com
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- 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
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Thursday 2011.07.28: ^
- Atomic Sketch Event. Live Art. Last Thursdays 21+ Free 6-10p.
- Established and emerging artists of various disciplines display, create and sell original new works at bargain prices. Drop-in artists welcome. Ambience by "CHIRP" DJs.
07.28: 3rd anniversary!
http://atomicsketch.com
Green Eye Lounge, 773/227-8851, 2403 W. Homer St. Near Blue Line Western.
http://greeneyelounge.com
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- Def Leppard and Heart. All ages. $25-150 7:30p.
- http://defleppard.com
FMWB Ampitheatre, 708/614-1616, I-80 and Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park. South Suburban, expect heavy traffic.
http://firstmidwestbankamphitheatre.com
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- Dubstep night. Thursdays 21+ Free 10p-4a.
- SmartBar, 773/549-0203, 3730 N Clark. Near Red Line Addison stop.
http://smartbarchicago.com
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Attractions: ^
- Many great exhibits of local works and curated collections. All ages. Free. Mo-Th 8a-7p, Fr 8a-6p, Sa 9a-6p, Su 10a-6p.
- With various special events, music and performances almost every day.
Chicago Cultural Center, 312/744-6630, 78 E Washington. SE of State/Lake train stops.
http://chicagoculturalcenter.org
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- Various good modern art shows. All ages. $0-12, Free Tu 10a-8p, Mo closed, We-Su 10a-5p.
- Museum of Contemporary Art, 312/280-2660, 220 E Chicago.
http://www.mcachicago.org
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- LIKE A DOWNTOWN AMUSEMENT PARK. All ages. Mostly free.
- With Giant Ferris Wheel, IMAX theatre, historic carousel, a*mazing Chicago ride, classic spinning swing ride, new mini-golf course, major VR games, food court, quality restaurants and bars, stained glass window museum, enclosed garden, wonderful specialty shops, children's museum, water taxis, several cruise lines and the Shakespeare Theatre.
Summer: 10a-10p Su-Th, 10a-midnt Fr-Sa; Fall: Mo-Th 10a-9p, Fr+Sa 10a-11p, Su 10a-7p; Winter: 10a-8p Mo-Th, 10a-10p Fr-Sa, 10a-7p Su.
Navy Pier, 312/222-9328, 600 E Grand. On-site parking, or Grand Red line stop then take free trolley.
http://www.navypier.com
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- See how the universe works. All ages. $10-18+ Mo-Fr 9:30a-4:30p (-10p 1st Fridays), Sa/Su 9a-4:30p, closed xmas, open -6p 12.26-1.5.
- Much high tech exhibitry.
Adler Planetarium, 312/922-7827 (STAR), 1300 S Lake Shore.
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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- Masterpieces. All ages. $0-18 Mo/Tu/We/Fr 10:30a-5p, Th 10:30a-8p, Sa/Su 10a-5p, closed xgiving+xmas.
- And other interesting permanent and visiting exhibits.
Art Institute of Chicago, 312/443-3500, 210 S Michigan.
http://www.artic.edu/aic
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- World class gardens. Easy to get to. All ages. $8.75 parking. 8a-sunset, closed xmas.
- 385 acres, 23 gardens, 9 islands, prarie simulation, oriental features, miniature railway, produce, shows, restaurant, more...
Chicago Botanic Gardens, 847/835-5440, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe.
http://www.chicago-botanic.org
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- Quality exhibits and activities for young minds. All ages. $0-10, Free Th 5-8p. 10a-5p.
- Chicago Children's Museum, 312/527-1000, Navy Pier.
http://www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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- Natural History done right. All ages. $6-12. Last entry 4p, closed xmas. 9a-5p.
- "Sue" permanent dinosaur exhibit, insects, anthropology, world culture, geology, ecology, much more.
Field Museum, 312/922-9410, Roosevelt at Lake Shore Drive.
http://www.fmnh.org
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- Exhibits covering 4000 years of surgical history. Not for the squeamish. All ages. $3-6, Free Tuesdays. Tu-Sa 10a-4p. Closed 12.24-25, 12.31-1.1.
- International Museum of Surgical Science, 312/642-6502, 1524 N Lake Shore.
http://www.imss.org
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- World class zoo. Now with web cams. All ages. Free (Building hours vary) 9a-6p.
- Lincoln Park Zoo, 773/742-2000, 2200 N Cannon.
http://www.lpzoo.com
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- Consistent world class wonderland, set aside a whole day. All ages. $6-11 +parking/movies, Sometimes free. Mo-Sa 9:30a-4p, Su 11a-4p.
- Exhibits include clock (possibly the best historical collection in existence), trains, toys, flight, genetics, chemistry, coal, petroleum, human body slices, cyberspace, farming, the U-505, TONS of space flight tech, and much more.
Museum of Science and Industry, 773/684-1414, 57th at Lake Shore.
http://www.msichicago.org
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- Truly stunning world class aquarium. $11-18, some deal days. Sa/Su 9a-6p, Mo-Fr 9a-5p (-6p in summer), some later days.
- Rear outside deck has the city's best skyline view. Now with web cams.
Shedd Aquarium, 312/939-2438, 1200 S Lake Shore.
http://SheddAquarium.org
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