Events
Information about the 2006 Garden Walk on July 22nd and 23rd Coming Soon... Welcome to the 38th Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Center, guided Architectural Tours, live entertainment by some of Chicago's and North America's finest bands, food and drink, activities for children at the Kids Corner, and a great Silent Auction.
NADA's Outdoor Nationals NADA Tournament
Friday, July 21, 2006
Olympic Park, Schaumburg, IL
The Youth Tournament will be on Friday, July 21 and the Adult Tournament will be on Saturday, July 22. More information to come.
http://www.dodgeballusa.com/events.php
Route 66 Raceway will once again host the popular Team Demolition Derby.
Team-Style Demo Derby Racing: Team demo style racing is fast and catastrophic, with 50 mph head-on collisions, heavy side swipes and cars totaled in just one hit. Team demo always has eight teams. Each team has four cars, squaring off two teams at a time, in a round-robin until there's a winner. To win the evening's event, the team must win three rounds.
The one-of-a-kind Team Demolition Derby will have four events at Route 66 Raceway with the fourth event serving as the Finals. Team Demos are a Saturday night favorite for fans who want to see an adrenaline pumping two hour spectacular where eight pro teams face off in what can only be described as roller derby with automobiles.
3rd Annual Veggie Bike and Dine
Jul 22, 2006 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm
The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and EarthSave Chicago partner with local vegan-friendly restaurants to organize and promote Veggie Bike and Dine initiatives. Featured in publications such as the Chicago Tribune and Time Out Chicago and in the city of Chicago’s Bike Chicago campaign, Veggie Bike and Dine showcases conscious dining at locally owned restaurants and the diversity of Chicago neighborhoods and the surrounding suburbs.
Participating restaurants:
2005: Karyn’s Cooked, Lao Sze Chuan, May St. Café, Supreme Oasis
2004: The Chicago Diner, Karyn’s Fresh Corner, Handlebar Bar & Grill, Lula Café
The event emphasizes the ease of getting around on bicycle, while encouraging people to eat a conscious diet at locally owned restaurants. Veggie Bike and Dine is also part of the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation’s 2006 Top 10 Initiative to expand activities which elevate bicycling within our culture by celebrating bicycling’s vital relationship to food, shopping, entertainment, work, recreation and daily life.
For more information, subscribe to the Veggie Bike.
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory (PG)
co-sponsored by Friends of Holstein Park
Date: 07/22/06
Start Time: 8:30 PM
Schedule Notes: All movies begin at dusk.
Cost: free
Location: Holstein Park
Address: 2200 N. Oakley Ave.
Zip: 60647
Phone: 312-742-7554
Information about the 2006 Garden Walk on July 22nd and 23rd Coming Soon... Welcome to the 38th Annual Sheffield Garden Walk & Festival, sponsored by the Sheffield Neighborhood Association (SNA), a non-profit community organization. The "Summer's Best Festival" features self-guided tours of more than 100 Gardens, a Garden Center, guided Architectural Tours, live entertainment by some of Chicago's and North America's finest bands, food and drink, activities for children at the Kids Corner, and a great Silent Auction.
Kane County Fair Demolition Derby
Sunday, July 23
2:30 p.m.: Demolition Derby
7:30 p.m.: Demolition Derby
Kane County Fairgrounds
800 S. Randall Rd.
Lincoln Highway and Randall Road
St. Charles,IL
Features carnival rides, farm animals, food vendors and live music by Trace Adkins.
Schedule of events:
Wednesday
8:30 p.m.: Bill Engvail
Thursday
8:30 p.m.: Trace Adkins
Friday
8:30 p.m.: World Series of Motor Sports
Saturday
2:30 p.m.: Big Hat Rodeo
7:30 p.m.: Big Hat Rodeo
Sunday
2:30 p.m.: Demolition Derby
7:30 p.m.: Demolition Derby
Jul. 19: noon - 11 p.m.
Jul. 20: noon - 11 p.m.
Jul. 21: noon - midnight
Jul. 22: noon - midnight
Jul. 23: noon - 10 p.m.
Price: $6-$20; free for kids under 5; free for seniors on Wednesday
Phone: 630-584-6926
Tuesday, July 25, 2006, 8:49pm
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Bringing Up Baby
Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn
This film is often considered the definitive screwball comedy. Grant plays the uptight anthropologist who gets mixed up with the daffy heiress, played by Hepburn. Determined to win him over, she uses her brother's pet leopard, Baby, to get his attention. Directed by Howard Hawks, this film displays the best comic performances by Grant and Hepburn.
1938 (102 minutes)
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
“The Impact of Asian Immigration to Chicago on the City’s Contemporary Art”
July 27, 2006
Mexican Fine Art Center Museum
1852 W. 19th Street
6:30pm
Panelists:
Julie Walsh, Julie Walsh Gallery
Andrew Bae, Andrew Bae Gallery
Moderated by:
Yuchia Chang, Managing Director, Center for Asian Arts and Media at Columbia College Chicago
email: info@caconline.org
web: http://www.caconline.org
The Chicago Artists’ Coalition is proud to present five innovative panel discussions about the contributions that Chicago’s many ethnic groups have made to the city’s contemporary art. Through historical analysis, curators, art historians, and artists representing the four major population groups of Chicago (African-American, Latino, European, and Asian) will provide interesting perspectives on the development of Chicago’s cultural community.
This program is made possible in part by a grant from the Illinois Humanities Council, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Illinois General Assembly, and will be hosted by various institutions throughout the city.
Admission is $5 per person to each panel, or $15 to all five. To prepay for the whole series, please call the CAC office at 312-781-0040. Refreshments will be available at each lecture. Space is limited, so reserve your space today!
Venetian Night is the cities longest running summer festival taking place on Chicago's picturesque lakefront featuring a lighted boat parade, live musical talent and the largest fireworks show of the summer.
March of the Penguins (G)
Date: 07/29/06
Start Time: 8:30 PM
Schedule Notes: All movies begin at dusk.
Cost: free
Location: Loyola Park
Address: 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave.
Zip: 60626
Phone: 773-262-8605
Host Club:
MIDWEST FOOTBAG ASSOCIATION
Shred :30, Phat Trick and Routines EXHIBITIONS complete with "fake" judges. We're going to have fun with this. We are also hosting an "interactive" area that will let people try out footbag. A fun afternoon in the city.
Contact:
Scott Davidson
E-mail: enlightener@footbag.org
Phone: 312-560-9607
Mailing Address:
Scott Davidson
628 W. Harrison Street, #G
Oak Park IL
USA
Tuesday, August 1, 2006, 8:41pm
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High Noon
Gary Cooper, Grace Kelly, Lloyd Bridges
Just as he's on the verge of retirement, newly married lawman Will Kane is forced to confront a murderer he once sent to prison who now seeks revenge. Receiving no help from the townspeople, he bravely takes on the criminal and his gang. Cooper took home his second Academy Award for his portrayal of this brave cinema hero.
1952 (85 minutes)
Chicago Outdoor Film Festival
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
August 3-6, 2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Wizard World
"Connecting Chicago’s Audiences with Ethnic Institutions"
August 3, 2006
Zhou B. Art Center
1029 W. 35th St.
6:30pm
Discussion will focus on ways to integrate audiences from diverse backgrounds into ethnic specific programming, as well as creative ways of integrating the cultural and artistic contributions of ethnic populations into mainstream culture.
Panelists: Adrienne Kochman Ph.D. Art Historian, Indiana University Northwest
Two additional panelists are being confirmed
Olga Stefan
Chicago Artists' Coalition
email: info@caconline.org
web: http://www.caconline.org
The Chicago Artists’ Coalition is proud to present five innovative panel discussions about the contributions that Chicago’s many ethnic groups have made to the city’s contemporary art. Through historical analysis, curators, art historians, and artists representing the four major population groups of Chicago (African-American, Latino, European, and Asian) will provide interesting perspectives on the development of Chicago’s cultural community.
This program is made possible in part by a grant from the Illinois Humanities Council, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Illinois General Assembly, and will be hosted by various institutions throughout the city.
Admission is $5 per person to each panel, or $15 to all five. To prepay for the whole series, please call the CAC office at 312-781-0040. Refreshments will be available at each lecture. Space is limited, so reserve your space today!
August 3-6, 2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Wizard World
Badger State Tractor Pull/Truck including
+ Two Wheel Drive Modified Truck Pulls
Tractor and Truck Pull on Thursday evening August 4, 2005 at 7:00 p.m.
Registration begins at 4:30 pm.
Grandstand admission:
Children 4 -12 $4.00
13 years & over $7.00
http://www.oglecountyfair.com/html/showsthu.html
August 3-6, 2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Wizard World
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Second Annual Lincoln Square Garden Walk
Saturday, August 5, 2006
Giddings Plaza at 4731 North Lincoln Avenue
A $5 donation provides entry, a map and full details on all featured gardens. The walk begins at Giddings Plaza. In addition to the Garden Walk, a Green Fair will take place in Giddings Plaza. It will feature at least 10 different environmentally friendly organizations doing demonstrations and offering helpful information.
All profits will be donated to the Greening of Ravenswood.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org/document/event.php
Big Hat Rodeo will be performing on Friday night August 5th at 7:00 p.m.
Prior Registration Necessary, you may only register by calling 1-800-639-9002 between
8 am and 5 pm on August 1, 2005 only. Check in begins at 5 pm.
Grandstand admission:
Children 4 -12 $4.00
13 years & over $7.00
http://www.oglecountyfair.com/html/showsfri.html
August 3-6, 2006
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Wizard World
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
X-Treme Freestyle Moto-X Show & 'BC3' Acappella Singing Show
One show only at 7:30 pm
Grandstand admission:
Children 4 -12 $4.00
13 years & over $7.00
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Tuesday, August 8, 2006, 8:32pm
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American Graffiti
Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Cindy Williams
It's 1962 and high school friends are on the eve of going their separate ways. They enjoy one last night of cruising through a small southern California town while listening to the mythical Wolfman Jack as he spins one great tune after another. George Lucas received his first Oscar nomination for directing and it was with this film that he began his relationship with actor Harrison Ford who has a pivotal minor role. Some material may be inappropriate for Children under 13.
1973 (112 minutes)
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Around Illinois Back Roads
Aug 05, 2006 - Aug 11, 2006
Beginning Aug. 5, ride Illinois’ low-traffic roads with the Joliet Bicycle Club on the weeklong Around Illinois Back Roads tour.
The mechanic-accompanied ride begins and ends at Morris High School, 1000 Union Street Morris, Ill., traveling through Shabbona and Freeport to Galena and returning via Mt. Carroll and Amboy. Riders camp or stay in motels. Shuttle service and meals are provided.
Register before April 1st and ride the 7-day tour for $250 or the Sampler Weekend tour (Aug. 5-6) for $60. Reduced rates for families and children under 12 are available. Tour limit is 150 riders.
For more details, visit www.jolietbicycleclub.org
Windy City Rollers (Roller Derby)
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Lincoln Square Classic Car Show & Pinewood Derby
Sunday, August 13, 2006
9am - 4pm
Corus Bank's and McDonald's parking lots at 4800 North Western Avenue
For lovers of antique, classic and hot rod cars. Enjoy the fun, food and live entertainment.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006, 8:22pm
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The Apartment
Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, Fred MacMurray
This Oscar winning Best Picture features Jack Lemmon as a young executive, lending his apartment to the upper management types for their extra-marital affairs as a means of moving up the corporate ladder. All goes well until he falls for his boss' mistress, played by Shirley MacLaine. Director Billy Wilder took home three Oscars for this movie as he was also the producer and one of its writers.
1960 (125 minutes)
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
Friday, August 18, 7pm - Monthly Open Haus "Stammtisch"
DANK Haus 4740 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Everyone is invited to DANK Chicago's Open Haus and Stammtisch. Come by at 7pm for beer, brats, and a breathtaking view of our beautiful city from the Skyline Lounge on the sixth floor of the Historic DANK-HAUS. Meet your friends and make some new ones at Lincoln Square's friendliest venue! FREE admission! For more information, call 773.561.9181 or dank@dankhaus.com
(via: http://www.dankhaus.com/events.php)
Route 66 Raceway will once again host the popular Team Demolition Derby.
Team-Style Demo Derby Racing: Team demo style racing is fast and catastrophic, with 50 mph head-on collisions, heavy side swipes and cars totaled in just one hit. Team demo always has eight teams. Each team has four cars, squaring off two teams at a time, in a round-robin until there's a winner. To win the evening's event, the team must win three rounds.
The one-of-a-kind Team Demolition Derby will have four events at Route 66 Raceway with the fourth event serving as the Finals. Team Demos are a Saturday night favorite for fans who want to see an adrenaline pumping two hour spectacular where eight pro teams face off in what can only be described as roller derby with automobiles.
Along the lakefront centered at North Ave. Beach
This show is the oldest and largest free admission air exhibition of its kind in the U.S. and features civilian and military aircrafts and watercrafts. Spectators will watch in amazement as planes navigate around the city and watercrafts splash across the lakefront.
Along the lakefront centered at North Ave. Beach
This show is the oldest and largest free admission air exhibition of its kind in the U.S. and features civilian and military aircrafts and watercrafts. Spectators will watch in amazement as planes navigate around the city and watercrafts splash across the lakefront.
Tuesday, August 22, 2006, 8:11pm
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On the Waterfront
Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Rod Steiger, Eva Marie Saint
Brando is the former prizefighter Terry Malloy, who famously "coulda been a contenda" but is instead a longshoreman. He has a chance to be a hero, and speak out against dockside corruption in this award-winning drama that was rewarded with eight Academy Awards including Brando's first Best Actor trophy, as well as Best Director for Elia Kazan.
1954 (108 minutes)
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
The sizzling sounds of Latin music fill the air with national performers from around the world including merengue, salsa, tropical, cumbias, ballads, ranchero and mariachi. Traditional food, jewelry and clothing vendors will also be on-site.
The sizzling sounds of Latin music fill the air with national performers from around the world including merengue, salsa, tropical, cumbias, ballads, ranchero and mariachi. Traditional food, jewelry and clothing vendors will also be on-site.
Tuesday, August 29, 2006, 7:59pm
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Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara
Writer/Director John Hughes has created a visual homage to the city of Chicago as the wise beyond his years Ferris charms his way out of school for the day and takes along his girl and his best pal. The famous parade sequence, which features Broderick's lip synching to "Danke Shan", is a recreation of the Von Steuben Day Parade.
Some material may be inappropriate for Children under 13.
1986 (102 minutes)
The City of Chicago presents the 7th Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival. View seven weeks of classic films every Tuesday evening beginning July 18 through August 29, presented by ComEd, An Exelon Company, The Chicago Film Office, a division of the Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Chicago Park District.
Now considered a Chicago tradition, this one-of-a-kind outdoor theater experience includes a gigantic screen (50' x 34') and a state-of-the art sound system. Movies begin at sunset (see show times below) in Butler Field, Grant Park at Lake Shore Drive and Monroe. Admission is free, thanks to the generosity of sponsors.
For Your Convenience
Cyclists can beat the traffic by biking! The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and the Mayor's Office of Special Events provides FREE Bike Valet Parking at all films. The valet is located on the northwest corner of Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Streets.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed at the Chicago Outdoor Film Festival because crowds are stressful to animals, even the most peaceful pup can become aggressive under these conditions. Love your pets by leaving them at home!
A special thanks to our sponsors, the Chicago Sun-Times, Time Out Chicago Magazine, WNUA - 95.5, and the Chicago Transit Authority.
The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival honors the work of film critic Gene Siskel.
This weekend will be filled with prestigious jazz groups from the local confines of Chicago to the international level. Performances will take place at the Petrillo Music Shell Stage, the Jazz and Family Heritage stage and the Jazz on Jackson stage.
This weekend will be filled with prestigious jazz groups from the local confines of Chicago to the international level. Performances will take place at the Petrillo Music Shell Stage, the Jazz and Family Heritage stage and the Jazz on Jackson stage.
This weekend will be filled with prestigious jazz groups from the local confines of Chicago to the international level. Performances will take place at the Petrillo Music Shell Stage, the Jazz and Family Heritage stage and the Jazz on Jackson stage.
Rolling on the River
Sep 02, 2006 - Sep 03, 2006
Sample the good life during Rolling on the River Sept. 2-3 in Yorkville and experience outdoor fun while camping on site near the Fox River. Highlights include cycling events for all skill levels, a post ride celebration, an expo and demonstrations, camping, canoeing, kayaking, and Nordic walking demonstrations.
Proceeds benefit the Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund, Prairie Rivers Network and Illinois Stewardship Alliance 2006.
For more information, visit www.rollingriverride.com, or call Marise Robbins-Forbes (217) 429-1870.
This weekend will be filled with prestigious jazz groups from the local confines of Chicago to the international level. Performances will take place at the Petrillo Music Shell Stage, the Jazz and Family Heritage stage and the Jazz on Jackson stage.
Rolling on the River
Sep 02, 2006 - Sep 03, 2006
Sample the good life during Rolling on the River Sept. 2-3 in Yorkville and experience outdoor fun while camping on site near the Fox River. Highlights include cycling events for all skill levels, a post ride celebration, an expo and demonstrations, camping, canoeing, kayaking, and Nordic walking demonstrations.
Proceeds benefit the Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund, Prairie Rivers Network and Illinois Stewardship Alliance 2006.
For more information, visit www.rollingriverride.com, or call Marise Robbins-Forbes (217) 429-1870.
AIGA Small Talk IV
The publications office at Northwestern University provides writing, editorial, design, and print production services to the University. Each year the office produces more than 300 printed publications, including brochures, booklets, and periodicals, for Northwestern's administration, departments, schools, and centers. The office is also responsible for maintaining the University's identity standards. Attendance limited to 20 people.
6:00 pm
Northwestern University
University Relations, 555 Clark Street
Evanston, IL
Price: Members $20, Non-Members $40, Students $10
German-American Fest
Friday, September 8, 2006
Saturday, September 9, 2006
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Lincoln, Leland & Western Avenues
Bratwurst, beer and brass bands for dancing in two large fest tents. Raise your stein to "Ein Prosit" and enjoy the Gemütlichkeit.
This event is organized by the German Day Association in cooperation with the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce. Please contact the German Day Association directly at 847.647.9522 for additional information about this event.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org/document/event.php
German-American Fest
Friday, September 8, 2006
Saturday, September 9, 2006
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Lincoln, Leland & Western Avenues
Bratwurst, beer and brass bands for dancing in two large fest tents. Raise your stein to "Ein Prosit" and enjoy the Gemütlichkeit.
This event is organized by the German Day Association in cooperation with the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce. Please contact the German Day Association directly at 847.647.9522 for additional information about this event.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org/document/event.php
2006 ARCA/IRL Weekend
* September 9, 2006: SK Hand Tool 200 [ARCA RE/MAX Series] (200 Miles)
* September 9, 2006: IRLA® Menards Infiniti Pro Seriesa,c Race (100 Miles)
* September 10, 2006: IRLA® IndyCarA® Series Race Chicagoland Indy 300 (300 Miles)
German-American Fest
Friday, September 8, 2006
Saturday, September 9, 2006
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Lincoln, Leland & Western Avenues
Bratwurst, beer and brass bands for dancing in two large fest tents. Raise your stein to "Ein Prosit" and enjoy the Gemütlichkeit.
This event is organized by the German Day Association in cooperation with the Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce. Please contact the German Day Association directly at 847.647.9522 for additional information about this event.
http://www.lincolnsquare.org/document/event.php
Wheelmen’s 36th Anniversary Harmon Hundred
Sep 10, 2006
Join the Wheeling Wheelmen Sept. 10, 2006, for a non-competitive bike ride through the backroads of southern Wisconsin on the 36th Anniversary Harmon Hundred. The ride starts and ends at Wilmot Union High School, 11112 308th Avenue, Wilmot, Wis.
Adults pay $15 before Sept. 2, and $20 thereafter. Children 12 and under pay $5. For more information, please call (847) 520-5010 or visit www.wheelmen.com
Windy City Rollers (Roller Derby)
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As a thank you to the many residents who supported the Rockwell businesses during the CTA Rockwell Station closure, please come out tomorrow night, Friday, September 15th, and join us for
Rockin' on Rockwell
A Community Celebration to thank you for your support!
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
on Rockwell Street between Eastwood and Leland
Free Entry, Live Music, Children's Activities, Prize Raffle, Buy a Beer and Burger at Rockwell's Outdoor Grill. Bring Your Own Lawn Chair!
In cooperation with Alderman Gene Schulter, Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce, Greater Rockwell Organization and the Rockwell Businesses: Bloom Yoga Studio, Scents and Sensibility, Ruff Haus Pets, jookie, DeVrim Cleaners, Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill. Platinum Sponsor New Chicago and Gold Sponsor Midtown Real Estate.
Alderman Gene Schulter's 47th Ward Public Service Office
Friday, September 15, 7pm - Monthly Open Haus "Stammtisch"
DANK Haus 4740 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Everyone is invited to DANK Chicago's Open Haus and Stammtisch. Come by at 7pm for beer, brats, and a breathtaking view of our beautiful city from the Skyline Lounge on the sixth floor of the Historic DANK-HAUS. Meet your friends and make some new ones at Lincoln Square's friendliest venue! FREE admission! For more information, call 773.561.9181 or dank@dankhaus.com
(via: http://www.dankhaus.com/events.php)
Celtic Fest Chicago celebrates the music, dance, art, products and cuisine of the Celtic regions. The regions that are represented include: Brittany, France, Ireland, Galicia, Spain, Scotland, Isle of Man, Cornwall, Wales, Nova Scotia and the United States.
Celtic Fest Chicago celebrates the music, dance, art, products and cuisine of the Celtic regions. The regions that are represented include: Brittany, France, Ireland, Galicia, Spain, Scotland, Isle of Man, Cornwall, Wales, Nova Scotia and the United States.
AIGA Learning from Legacy
Learning from Legacy will be a new event in 2006. It will balance our Fresh Talent event by inviting a renowned designer to speak in Chicago. The featured speaker will have big name draw, certain to attract a large and diverse crowd of designers.
Ride to Discovery
Sep 24, 2006 07:00 am
The Irons Oaks Foundation is hosting Ride to Discovery Sept. 24 in south suburban downtown Park Forest. Routes are 10, 25, 50 and 100 miles. Goodie bags are given to the first 1
00 registrants while raffle tickets and T-shirts are available for purchase. All proceeds go toward the purchase of interactive exhibits for Irons Oaks' new Discovery Center. Fee varies dependant on age and form of registration.
Visit the Iron Oaks Foundation Web site or call (708) 481-2330 for more information. http://www.ironsoaks.com/specialprojects.html
We'll be kicking off a series of books based in Chicago:
The Devil in the White City
by Erik Larson
Sunday, September 24 from 3-5 pm
"Author Erik Larson imbues the incredible events surrounding the 1893 Chicago World's Fair with such drama that readers may find themselves checking the
book's categorization to be sure that The Devil in the White City is not, in fact, a highly imaginative novel. Larson tells the stories of two men: Daniel H.
Burnham, the architect responsible for the fair's construction, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer masquerading as a charming doctor. Burnham's challenge was immense. In a short period of time, he was forced to overcome the death of his partner and numerous other obstacles to construct the famous "White City" around which the fair was built. His efforts to complete the project, and the fair's incredible success, are skillfully related along with entertaining appearances by such notables as Buffalo Bill Cody, Susan B. Anthony, and Thomas Edison. The
activities of the sinister Dr. Holmes, who is believed to be responsible for scores of murders around the time of the fair, are equally remarkable. He devised and erected the World's Fair Hotel, complete with crematorium and gas chamber, near the fairgrounds and used the event as well as his own charismatic
personality to lure victims. Combining the stories of an architect and a killer in one book, mostly in alternating chapters, seems like an odd choice but it works. The magical appeal and horrifying dark side of 19th-century Chicago are both revealed through Larson's skillful writing."
For more information, contact Stacy at s_cormier@yahoo.com.
Ignite the Passion
Invent • Create • Produce
17th Unisource Annual Report Show and Paper Fair
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Doors open at 3pm. The show officially begins at 6pm.
Hilton Chicago
720 South Michigan Avenue
RSVP
chicagoreportshow@unisourcelink.com
or 630-705-6242 by September 25, 2006
Space is limited.
As a corporate sponsor of Marwen, we ask you bring to the door a $10 donation in cash or check payable to Marwen (as your admission). Please do not send checks in advance.
Fox River Paper
sponsors a film and panel discussion moderated by Rick Valicenti of Thirst--"Professional/Personal/Passion."
Mohawk Show 7
Mohawk Fine Papers celebrates the designers who go beyond the expected and make visuals extraordinary.
Sappi Printer of the Year Show
recognizes print excellence and innovation for work produced on Sappi papers.
The Chicago Fifty Annual Report Show
Annual reports representing fifty of Chicago's finest corporations and institutions.
Marwen Exhibit
Marwen provides high-quality visual arts, education, college planning and career development programs--all free of charge--to Chicago's under served youth, grades 6 thru 12.
The World's Greatest Paper Mills will be on display to educate and inform:
Abitibi Consolidated
Crane
CTI Paper USA
Domtar
Finch, Pruyn
Fox River Paper/Gilbert Paper
French Papers
MACtac
MeadWestvaco
Mohawk Fine Papers
National Envelope
Neenah Paper
NewPage
OJI Paper
ReichPaper
Sappi Fine Paper
Smart Papers
Stora Enso
WausauPaper
Weyerhaeuser
Yupo
ArtWalk Ravenswood, a two-day fest of open studios and businesses, architectural tours, and workshops throughout the Ravenswood Corridor and Lincoln Square, kicks off with a party and awards ceremony honoring folks who have done right by the arts in that neighborhood, Fri 10/6, 6-11 PM, at Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler; the event itself runs Sat 10/7-Sun 10/8, noon-5 PM, on Ravenswood from Foster to Roscoe, and Damen and Lincoln Square, go to www.artwalkravenswood.org for a listing of participating venues and a handy map
ArtWalk Ravenswood, a two-day fest of open studios and businesses, architectural tours, and workshops throughout the Ravenswood Corridor and Lincoln Square, kicks off with a party and awards ceremony honoring folks who have done right by the arts in that neighborhood, Fri 10/6, 6-11 PM, at Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler; the event itself runs Sat 10/7-Sun 10/8, noon-5 PM, on Ravenswood from Foster to Roscoe, and Damen and Lincoln Square, go to www.artwalkravenswood.org for a listing of participating venues and a handy map
ArtWalk Ravenswood, a two-day fest of open studios and businesses, architectural tours, and workshops throughout the Ravenswood Corridor and Lincoln Square, kicks off with a party and awards ceremony honoring folks who have done right by the arts in that neighborhood, Fri 10/6, 6-11 PM, at Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler; the event itself runs Sat 10/7-Sun 10/8, noon-5 PM, on Ravenswood from Foster to Roscoe, and Damen and Lincoln Square, go to www.artwalkravenswood.org for a listing of participating venues and a handy map
Windy City Rollers (Roller Derby)
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EAST/WEST: Artists of the Ukrainian Village
4th Annual East Village Arts Tour
October 14 noon- 7 pm maps available at all venues
Event Name: Cantigny
Wheaton, IL
Oct. 14-15, 2006
NWTA Host Unit Captain Alexander Hamilton's
New York Provincial Coy of Artillery
Directions -
From North - Exit I 88 to Rt 59N to Rt. 38 right
From South - Exit and enter on Rt 38
Registration
Bill Hess
4017 North Galaxy Dr.
Jamesville, WI 53546
608-868-7855
Two German Clubs bring you Two Floors of Oktoberfest
This Saturday October 14 at 6 pm $10 in Advance $12 at the Door
Traditional band Phenix in the Grand Ball Room
Polkaholics in the 6th floor Skyline Lounge
Traditional German food & drink
Babysitting avail with children's entertainment $1 per child per hour
Brought to you by DANK & Niedersachsen
4740 N Western Ave
Chicago
773.561.9181
dank@dankhaus.com
www.germanculturalcenter.com
Event Name: Cantigny
Wheaton, IL
Oct. 14-15, 2006
NWTA Host Unit Captain Alexander Hamilton's
New York Provincial Coy of Artillery
Directions -
From North - Exit I 88 to Rt 59N to Rt. 38 right
From South - Exit and enter on Rt 38
Registration
Bill Hess
4017 North Galaxy Dr.
Jamesville, WI 53546
608-868-7855
10/19 - 10/22
Get a RESPASS festival badge: $79
VIP access to all screenings, parties and special events.
Screenings are $12
Students: $10 in advance (Must be purchased via phone or at box office. Valid Student ID is required.) Phone: 312.397.4010
Thu, Oct 19 Venue Buy Tickets
8:00 RESFEST Shorts 1: State of the Art MCA $12
Fri, Oct 20 Venue Buy Tickets
7:00 RESFEST Shorts 2: Out of the Box MCA $12
9:00 Videos That Rock MCA $12
11:00 RESFEST Shorts 3: Fear & Trembling MCA $12
Sat, Oct 21 Venue Buy Tickets
3:00 By Design MCA $12
5:00 Everything Under the Sun: Short Films with a Purpose MCA $12
7:00 Cinema Electronica MCA $12
9:00 Rock the Bells: Feature Film MCA $12
Sun, Oct 22 Venue Buy Tickets
3:30 A Decade of RESFEST: 10 Seminal Short Films MCA $12
5:30 Unsung Heroes: Music Video Gems From the Archives MCA $12
7:30 Radiohead, the Visionaries: A Decade of Breaking New Talent MCA $12
Art folk Paul Klein, Andre Guichard, Michael Workman, and Oskar Freidl take part in a panel discussing the new ways artists are “Taking the Reins” of their careers, Thu 10/19, 6 PM, at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, 312-744-8948
The Mayor’s Office of Special Events and the Chicago Office of Tourism are teaming up once again to present the ninth edition of the Haunted ‘L’ train this Halloween season. The City charters a train from the CTA to offer this special Halloween treat. Ghouls and ghosts can ride the train on Thursday and Friday evenings, and on Saturdays, October 19 through October 28.
The exterior of the Haunted ‘L’ train has been wrapped to look like a haunted mansion. Once on board, guests will be entertained by Quest Theatre Ensemble. Large-scale puppets from Quest Theatre Ensemble will perform stories based on the popular classic, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”
Trips on the Haunted ‘L’ are free, but guests must obtain tickets from the Chicago Cultural Center’s Visitor Information Center at 77 East Randolph before boarding. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are only offered on the current day the Haunted ‘L’ is in operation. Ticket distribution begins at 6 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and at 10 a.m. on Saturdays until all tickets have been distributed. There is a four ticket maximum per person.
Haunted ‘L’ trips begin at the Randolph/Wabash ‘L’ station and run 25 minutes.
Thursday and Friday evening trips on October 19, 20, 26 and 27 will start at 7 p.m.,
7:25 p.m., 7:50 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Saturday trips on October 21 and 28 will begin at 11:40 a.m., 12:05 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 12:55 p.m. and 1:20 p.m.
Customers with disabilities can make arrangements when they pick up their tickets to board the train at the accessible Clark/Lake ‘L’ station.
10/19 - 10/22
Get a RESPASS festival badge: $79
VIP access to all screenings, parties and special events.
Screenings are $12
Students: $10 in advance (Must be purchased via phone or at box office. Valid Student ID is required.) Phone: 312.397.4010
Thu, Oct 19 Venue Buy Tickets
8:00 RESFEST Shorts 1: State of the Art MCA $12
Fri, Oct 20 Venue Buy Tickets
7:00 RESFEST Shorts 2: Out of the Box MCA $12
9:00 Videos That Rock MCA $12
11:00 RESFEST Shorts 3: Fear & Trembling MCA $12
Sat, Oct 21 Venue Buy Tickets
3:00 By Design MCA $12
5:00 Everything Under the Sun: Short Films with a Purpose MCA $12
7:00 Cinema Electronica MCA $12
9:00 Rock the Bells: Feature Film MCA $12
Sun, Oct 22 Venue Buy Tickets
3:30 A Decade of RESFEST: 10 Seminal Short Films MCA $12
5:30 Unsung Heroes: Music Video Gems From the Archives MCA $12
7:30 Radiohead, the Visionaries: A Decade of Breaking New Talent MCA $12
The Mayor’s Office of Special Events and the Chicago Office of Tourism are teaming up once again to present the ninth edition of the Haunted ‘L’ train this Halloween season. The City charters a train from the CTA to offer this special Halloween treat. Ghouls and ghosts can ride the train on Thursday and Friday evenings, and on Saturdays, October 19 through October 28.
The exterior of the Haunted ‘L’ train has been wrapped to look like a haunted mansion. Once on board, guests will be entertained by Quest Theatre Ensemble. Large-scale puppets from Quest Theatre Ensemble will perform stories based on the popular classic, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”
Trips on the Haunted ‘L’ are free, but guests must obtain tickets from the Chicago Cultural Center’s Visitor Information Center at 77 East Randolph before boarding. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are only offered on the current day the Haunted ‘L’ is in operation. Ticket distribution begins at 6 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and at 10 a.m. on Saturdays until all tickets have been distributed. There is a four ticket maximum per person.
Haunted ‘L’ trips begin at the Randolph/Wabash ‘L’ station and run 25 minutes.
Thursday and Friday evening trips on October 19, 20, 26 and 27 will start at 7 p.m.,
7:25 p.m., 7:50 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Saturday trips on October 21 and 28 will begin at 11:40 a.m., 12:05 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 12:55 p.m. and 1:20 p.m.
Customers with disabilities can make arrangements when they pick up their tickets to board the train at the accessible Clark/Lake ‘L’ station.
Friday, October 20, 7pm - Monthly Open Haus "Stammtisch"
DANK Haus 4740 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Everyone is invited to DANK Chicago's Open Haus and Stammtisch. Come by at 7pm for beer, brats, and a breathtaking view of our beautiful city from the Skyline Lounge on the sixth floor of the Historic DANK-HAUS. Meet your friends and make some new ones at Lincoln Square's friendliest venue! FREE admission! For more information, call 773.561.9181 or dank@dankhaus.com
(via: http://www.dankhaus.com/events.php)
10/19 - 10/22
Get a RESPASS festival badge: $79
VIP access to all screenings, parties and special events.
Screenings are $12
Students: $10 in advance (Must be purchased via phone or at box office. Valid Student ID is required.) Phone: 312.397.4010
Thu, Oct 19 Venue Buy Tickets
8:00 RESFEST Shorts 1: State of the Art MCA $12
Fri, Oct 20 Venue Buy Tickets
7:00 RESFEST Shorts 2: Out of the Box MCA $12
9:00 Videos That Rock MCA $12
11:00 RESFEST Shorts 3: Fear & Trembling MCA $12
Sat, Oct 21 Venue