June 10, 2011
FRIDAYFestivals
| 11:00 am- 9:30 pm | 28th Annual Chicago Blues Festival. During three days on five stages, more than 500,000 blues fans prove that Chicago is the "Blues Capital of the World." The Chic… Grant Park. (Festival - Music). 312-742-7648 |
| 12:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Ribfest Chicago 2011. Ribfest provides a memorable weekend of lively music, family fun and satisfied appetites as we celebrate 13 years of unforgettab… Northcenter Neighborhood. (Festival - Music). 847-677-8273 |
| 5:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Ribfest Chicago 2011. Ribfest provides a memorable weekend of lively music, family fun and satisfied appetites as we celebrate 13 years of unforgettab… Northcenter Neighborhood. (Festival - Music). 847-677-8273 |
The 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 |
| 6:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Eric Silva Art Jewelry. Eric Silva creates hand crafted, one of a kind adornments made from various materials. He thoughtfully intermixes metals with o… Bridge Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 312-788-8075 |
| 8:00 pm | Put the Nuns in Charge!.  In this sequel to the hit comedy, Late Nite Catechism, Sister is back in the classroom taking on everything from cell phones to… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 312-988-9000 |
Retail Events
| 11:00 am- 9:30 pm | Essie Pop-Up-Shop at the 28th Annual Chicago Blues Festival. Join Essie for free manicures. Treat your nails to a shade from their new summer, Braziliant collection, or any other of their… Grant Park. (Retail - Retail Event). 312-742-7648 |
For Children
| 8:00 am- 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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 |
| 8:00 pm- 12:00 am | Cocktails and Clay. Imagine happy hour... with clay! Join us at the Hyde Park Art Center for a night of mud-mashing, dance partying and drink speci… Hyde Park Art Center. (Community). 773-324-5520 |
| 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 |
Nightlife
| 8:00 pm | Bye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play. Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777 |
| 10:00 pm | Bye Bye Liver: The Chicago Drinking Play. Outrageous interactive comedy revolving around the joys and pitfalls of boozing in the windy city. Yep, it's just as fun as it… Pub Theater at Fizz Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 773-904-8777 |
| 10:00 pm | Infected Mushroom, Mayhem at The Mid. Fan favorite Infected Mushroom return to Chicago for a very special live show. The Mid Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-265-3990 |
| 10:00 pm- 4:00 am | Bart B More. Performing live on stage. Ages 21+. Sound Bar. (Nightlife - DJ). 312-804-2736 |
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