May 19, 2011
THURSDAYThe Arts
| 10:00 am- 5:30 pm | Vivian Maier, Photographer. The exhibition will feature a selection of Maier's black & white, vintage and contemporary prints from the Jeffrey Goldstein col… Russell Bowman Art Advisory. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 312-751-9500 |
| 10:00 am- 9:00 pm | In Bloom Garden Sculpture Exhibit. In Bloom, a visually spectacular showcase of imaginative fiberglass sculptures and fine art pieces, promises a feast for the eye… Oakbrook Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 630-573-0700 |
| 11:00 am- 5:00 pm | Pierre Marie Brisson. "The Body Politic" New Works on Paper.Th!nkArt Salon. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 773-252-8672 |
| 7:30 pm | Million Dollar Quartet.  Live on stage.Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100 |
| 7:30 pm | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates is 50th anniversary with a new production entitled Alvin Ailey's Revelations.Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. (Performance - Dance). 312-922-2110 |
| 8:00 pm | Late Night Catechism. A religious comedy from playwrights Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan which features a nun played by Donovan explaining Catholicis… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 773-348-4000 |
| 9:00 pm | Brandon McHose. Performing live in concert with James Gilmore. All ages.Hard Rock Cafe Chicago. (Arts - Concerts). 312-943-2252 |
For Children
| 10:00 am | Storytime. This event is the perfect chance for moms and/or dads to bond with their little one. Every Monday and Thursday, Barnes and Noble… Barnes & Noble Booksellers Clybourn. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-871-3610 |
| 10:00 am | Studio Drop In. Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month.The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000 |
| 10:30 am | Crystal Lake Storytime. This fun and entertaining weekly children's event will consist of stories, age appropriate crafts and activities and a snack.Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 815-455-0302 |
| 11:00 am | Storytime Thursday. Every Thursday, Borders will host a children's storytime. Bring the kids and see how their minds and imaginations soar during th… Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-752-8663 |
| 1:00 pm- 6:00 pm | Open Play Days. Corner Playroom is a Parent/Caregiver supervised indoor play place for kids ages 6 months to 5 years.My Corner Playroom. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-388-2121 |
| 1:00 pm | Studio Drop In. Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month.The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000 |
| 5:00 pm | Studio Drop In. Each session will explore alternating math, science, and art-related projects that support a different learning theme each month.The DuPage Children's Museum. (Kids - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000 |
Community
| 6:00 am- 7:30 am | Silent Sitting. The thoughts and feelings that might arise during the silent sitting are simply to be allowed to pass by without engaging oursel… Inner Metamorphosis University - IMU. (Community - Self Help). 773-262-1468 |
| 11:00 am- 3:00 pm | Bikes, Bites, & Brews Tour. Working up an appetite won't be a problem on this tour! We'll be sampling from each of Chicago's four favorite food groups -- p… Bobby's Bike Hike - Chicago Tours. (Educational - Bike Tour). 312-915-0995 |
| 6:00 pm- 8:30 pm | 2011 Best Friend Award Night. KID will commemorate a year of victories in children's product safety and honor Mitch Lipka, Consumer Columnist, for his commitm… Fulton's on the River. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 312-595-0649 |
| 6:15 pm | Wine Series. French Wines and their influence in the New World: French Rhone vs. Grenache, Syrah & Viognier. Led by Jessica Bell from Midwes… Alliance Francaise de Chicago. (Community - Lecture). 312-337-1070 |
| Flicks and Picks. This monthly discussion brings to Borders, Jeffrey Westoff of the Northwest Herald, to talk about Hollywood's current flicks.Borders. (Community - Club). 815-455-0302 | |
| Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. The Judy Istock Butterfly Haven features a kaleidoscope of butterflies with 75 species from around the world.Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| River Works. Splash through this waterplay experience and learn about Chicago's waterways and how they support plants, animals, and humans.Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Mysteries of the Marsh. Explore the variety of local wetlands and the creatures that live there and find out why these increasingly scarce species are s… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Wilderness Walk. Three meticulously re-created environments in Wilderness Walk immerse visitors in a prairie, savanna, and dune complete with tru… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Hands-on Habitat. Hands-on Habitat invites budding naturalists (ages 3 - 7) to explore the secret world of animal homes.Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| The Extreme Green House. The Extreme Green House explains how our homes are linked to nature and offers recycling tips.Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Istock Family Look-in Animal Lab. A detailed look at our native wetlands and their residents.Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100 | |
| Admit One DJs Open House!. Admit One DJs would like to invite you and your fiance to our Open House! Come enjoy complimentary hour d'oeuvres, beverages, a… Admit One DJs Showroom. (Educational - Open House and Fairs). 877-423-6481 |
Miscellaneous
| 2011 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens. 14th Biennial Showhouse & Gardens featuring 34 leading interior designers and 9 landscape designers. Historic, Howard Van Doren… Thorndale Manor. (Miscellaneous). |
Nightlife
| 9:00 pm | Raekwon of WuTang. Performing live in concert with a local hip hop artists Qwel and Maker. ProbCause and K.Vincent perform as well as DJs Trilogy,… The Mid Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-265-3990 |
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