August 6, 2011
SATURDAYThe Arts
| 9:00 am- 1:00 pm | Oak Brook Art League Exhibit. An exhibit by the members of the Oak Brook Art League in a wide variety of media and styles. Opening reception: Tuesday, July 2… Mayslake Peabody Estate. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 630-206-9566 |
| 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 |
| 10:00 am- 5:30 pm | Amy Casey "Boomtown" New Paintings. Amy Casey continues to draw inspiration from her fascination with the idiosyncrasies of the urban landscape and her preoccupatio… Zg Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 312-654-9900 |
| 2:00 pm | Comedysportz4kidz.  A comedy show just for kids 9 and under! ComedySportz of Chicago. (Performance - Comedic). 773-549-8080 |
| 5:00 pm | Saints & 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 pm | Million Dollar Quartet. Live on stage. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100 |
| 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 |
| 8:00 pm | Million Dollar Quartet. Live on stage. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100 |
| 10:00 pm- 3:00 am | Lolla After: MSTRKRFT. JFK played The Mid back in January, this time he comes back for an Official Lollapalooza After party with his PIC AL-P as MSTRKR… The Mid Chicago. (Arts - Concerts). 312-265-3990 |
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 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 |
| 11:00 am | Kid'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 pm | Kid'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 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 |
Business
| 9:17 am | Chicago Homeschool Expo. Enjoy a two-day Expo devoted entirely to the display, sale and discussion of educational materials with entire exhibit hall disp… Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center. (Business - Convention / Expo). 888-553-8914 |
| 10:00 am- 8:00 pm | RCX Radio Control Expo. RCX Radio Control and Diecast Expo is the countries premiere RC Event. With dozens of vendors and events planned both indoors a… Odeum Sports & Expo Center. (Business - Convention / Expo). 949-891-3254 |
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 |
| 9:00 am- 11:30 am | The French Pastry Experience. Delicious freshly baked French croissants and pastries, an exciting personal demonstration by our award-winning Pastry Chef Inst… The French Pastry School. (Community - Cooking Demostration). 312-726-2419 |
| 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 |
| 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm | Dog Wash at Rex's Place. Bring your dog for a fabulous grooming session--$10 for a bath and towel dry. All proceeds go to the animals at Red Door Animal… Rex's Place. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 847-920-8739 |
| 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm | JOURNEYS: Exploring Black Culture Through Migration History And Food Heritage. What is the meaning of "soul food"? How is it connected to Black history? We will explore southern-inspired food traditions with… DuSable Museum of African American History. (Educational - History). 773-947-0600 |
| 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
| 8:00 am | The Champions Run 5k and 10k. Adrenaline Sports Management presents the Second Annual Champion's Run 10K & 5K. The event ends with a "Breakfast of Champions"… Montrose Harbor. (Health & Fitness). |
| 9:00 am | Champion's Run 10K & 5K. The 10K and 5K are open to all types of runners. The USATF certified course runs around beautiful Montrose Harbor in downtown C… Lincoln Park. (Health - Fundraiser Walk / Run / Bike). 847-829-4536 |
| 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 pm | Cheer 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 |
Dining Specials
| 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Mugs for Mutts. Join Young at Heart Pet Rescue to raise funds to purchase land to build the Chicagoland area's first adoption center and sanctua… Pinstripes of South Barrington. (Dining - Dining Specials). 847-529-2025 |
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 |
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