Chicago - Daily Events List

July 9, 2011

SATURDAY

Festivals

11:30 amVans Warped Tour 2011.
Featuring The Devil Wears Prada, Less Than Jake, Paramore, A Day To Remember, Simple Plan, Eyes Set To Kill, Gym Class Heroes, a… First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. (Festival - Music). 708-614-1616
2:00 pm-
11:00 pm
NBGC 63rd Annual Family Fest & Carnival.
Live music, entertainment, raffles, carnival rides, beer garden, tattoos, food tent, alumni reunion night, game booths, family d… Chicago Metro Area. (Festivals). 773-463-4161

The Arts

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
2:00 pmComedysportz4kidz.
A comedy show just for kids 9 and under! ComedySportz of Chicago. (Performance - Comedic). 773-549-8080
5:00 pmSaints & Sinners!.
Meet Mother Superior, her ruler is quick, her aim is right-on. She wants to know who in the audience is a saint and who are the… Royal George Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 312-988-9000
5:00 pmMillion Dollar Quartet.
Live on stage. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100
8:00 pmLate 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
8:00 pmMillion Dollar Quartet.
Live on stage. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100

Retail Events

10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show.
Exhibitors from around the nation will display a spectacular array of precious and semi- precious gemstone beads, sterling silve… White Eagle Banquets. (Retail - Jewelry Show). 888-729-6904

Sports

 Windy City Cornhole Classic.
Both competitive and social players are invited to come out and play for $4,500 in prizes, while spectators will enjoy a festive… Sears Centre. (Sports). 847-649-2222

For Children

9:00 am-
12:00 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 amStudio 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
11:00 amKid's Storytime at Deerfield's Borders.
A weekly storytime event featuring the latest and greatest children's stories. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 847-559-1999
11:00 am-
12:00 pm
Storytime at Azizi for Kids!.
Join us for Storytime Hour featuring selections from our diverse Children's Books category. Children of all ages are welcome. Azizi Books. (Kids - Children's Activities). 708-283-9850
1:00 pmKid's Storytime at Deerfield's Borders.
A weekly storytime event featuring the latest and greatest children's stories. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 847-559-1999
1:00 pmStudio 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
10:00 am-
9:00 pm
Interactive Butterfly Exhibit.
Children can witness one of life's miracles as they watch butterflies hatch at the life cycle kiosk and interact with the butter… Northbrook Court. (Educational - Science & Nature). 800-837-7123
10:30 am-
12:30 pm
Bollywood Classes!.
Dance into the New Year with Bollywood Groove! Learn authentic dance moves with expressions, technique etc. or simply join the… Dance Spa. (Educational - Class). 650-380-6270
 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

Health & Fitness

11:00 am-
3:00 pm
CHEW Chicago Health and Wellness Tour.
3-4 hours, 3 mile tour - Burn 500+ Calories! All food and beverage tastings, all classes and discounts included! Reusable eco-f… Green Market. (Health & Fitness). 312-933-8347
12:00 pm-
4:00 pm
CHEW Chicago Health and Wellness Tour.
3-4 hours, 3 mile tour - Burn 500+ Calories! All food and beverage tastings, all classes and discounts included! Reusable eco-f… Green Market. (Health & Fitness). 312-933-8347
1:00 pmCheer Fitness: A Cheerleading/Dance Fusion Aerobics Class.
Burn fat, melt inches, and tone your body while learning exciting cheer and dance choreography. 5-week progressive class beginn… Studio L'amour. (Health & Fitness). 773-875-8478

Nightlife

8:00 pmBye 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 pmBye 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-
4:00 am
Gabriel and Dresden.
Performing live on stage. The Mid Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-265-3990
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