Chicago - Daily Events List

December 30, 2011

FRIDAY

The Arts

10:30 am-
5:30 pm
Jackie Tileston "Parastrata" New Paintings.
Tileston's new series of paintings continue to incorporate the diverse elements from both eastern and western aesthetics, creati… Zg Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 312-654-9900
8:00 pmPut 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
8:00 pmMillion Dollar Quartet.
Live on stage. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100
8:00 pmLa Cage Aux Folles.
The Tony Awarding musical about a gay couple in the drag queen industry about to meet the ultra-conservative parents. Bank of America Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700
8:00 pmThe Addams Family.
Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth star in this magnificently macabre new show based on the hit TV series. Cadillac Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-384-1502

Sports

2:00 pmThe Harlem Globetrotters.
Bring the whole family for some high-flying action and non-stop excitement from your favorite Globetrotters - Big Easy, Flight T… Allstate Arena. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 847-635-6601
7:00 pmThe Harlem Globetrotters.
Bring the whole family for some high-flying action and non-stop excitement from your favorite Globetrotters - Big Easy, Flight T… Allstate Arena. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 847-635-6601

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 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
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
1:00 pmEmerald City Theatre: Junie B. Jones In Jingle Bells Batman Smells!.
Based on the Junie B Jones book, Junie B Jones pulls blabbermouth tattletale May as her secret Santa. Will she try and stay on S… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Kids Theater). 773-935-6100

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
 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 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
9:00 pm-
1:00 am
Karaoke Fridays.
Karaoke Fridays at Rockit Wrigley are back with over 150,000 songs for you to choose from. $4 Bud Light Pints, $5 Hornitos, $6… Rockit Wrigley. (Nightlife - Karaoke). 773-645-4400
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 pmClaude VonStroke - Mayhem at the Mid.
Dirtybird Claude VonStroke plays Mayhem at The Mid Friday. For Birthday packages and table service call 312.265.3990 ext 2. The Mid Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-265-3990
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