Chicago - Daily Events List

August 27, 2011

SATURDAY

The 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-
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 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

 Celebrate our 7th Anniversary.
Skokie wellness spa and health and beauty products manufacturer Solay Wellness is celebrating its 7th anniversary with a new, la… Solay Wellness. (Retail - Retail Sale). 847-676-5571

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

Business

10:00 am-
6:00 pm
American Craft Exposition 2011.
Showcasing the country's finest craftspeople, this prestigious, juried indoor exposition and sale of fine craft includes one-of-… Henry Crown Sports Pavilion Center. (Business - Convention / Expo). 847-570-5095

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
10:30 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
 Solay Wellness Grand Re-opening.
Solay Wellness Grand Re-Opening, Wellness Classes, Yoga, Salt Room and 20% off of your purchase at our retail location. Solay Wellness. (Health & Fitness). 847-676-5571

Miscellaneous

 Chicago: The Game - Scavenger Hunt Tour.
Interactive Scavenger Hunt! Choose from 3 zones: Navy Pier, Art Institute of Chicago, and the Magnificent Mile. The Game can be… Chicago Metro Area. (Miscellaneous). 877-787-2929

Dining Specials

12:00 pm-
2:00 pm
Pastry Crawl.
Join Chef Fahy on a tour of his pastry kitchen, followed by a dessert demonstration and a tasting of several confections. Sofitel Water Tower. (Dining - Food Tasting). 312-726-2419
 3rd Annual Chicago Wingathon of Winged Destruction.
For the past three years, Chicago wing lovers have gotten together for a full day of judging the most renowned wings in Chicago.… Chicago Metro Area. (Dining - Dining Specials).

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
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