Chicago - Daily Events List

May 4, 2012

FRIDAY

Headliners

8:00 pmRammstein.
Performing Live. Allstate Arena. (Arts - Concerts). 847-635-6601

The Arts

9:00 am-
4:00 pm
Wheaton College Commencement Art Show.
The exhibit showcases the best of the 2011-2012 senior art majors' work. Paintings, drawings, photography and video installation… Wheaton College. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 630-752.5050
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Chicago's Twelve: 12 Artists Mobilizing the Earth.
The Zhou B Art Center presents Chicago's Twelve, an exhibition celebrating World Earth Day. Curator Sergio Gomez has selected tw… Zhou B. Art Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 773-523-0200
7:30 pmJoffrey Ballet: Spring Desire.
The Joffrey Ballet performing Spring Desire live on stage. Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. (Performance - Ballet). 312-922-2110
7:30 pmJersey Boys.
The smash hit Broadway musical, Jersey Boys, is the story of the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons set to their hits. Bank of America Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700
7:30 pmCats.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats. Cadillac Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-384-1502
7:30 pmAnnual Festival of Faith Concert at Wheaton College.
The program features performances by the Conservatory of Music Ensemble groups including the Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Band,… Wheaton College. (Arts - Concerts). 630-752.5099
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.
A musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together four of the most legendary figures in the history o… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100
8:00 pmRammstein.
Performing Live. Allstate Arena. (Arts - Concerts). 847-635-6601
8:30 pmHairspray.
Join Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad on her coming of age journey going from school girl, to superstar, to social activist. An ama… Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center. (Performance - Musical). 630-530-8300
10:30 pmBaby Wants Candy.
Accompanied by a full band, Baby Wants Candy improvised 60 minute musical created on the spot. Apollo Theater Chicago. (Performance - Musical). 773-935-6100

Sports

1:20 pmChicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers.
MLB Game. Wrigley Field. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 773-404-2827

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
10:00 amJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
The story of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life. The schedule shown may not list all performances. Marriott Theatre. (Kids Theater). 847-634-0200
10:30 amSesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes.
Super Grover has lost his super-ness and Sesame Street needs a hero in this production. Rosemont Theatre. (Kids Theater). 847-671-5100
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
7:00 pmSesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes.
Super Grover has lost his super-ness and Sesame Street needs a hero in this production. Rosemont Theatre. (Kids Theater). 847-671-5100

Business

7:00 am-
6:00 pm
The Key to Success: CLLA's Chicago/Spring Meeting.
Attorneys, collection agencies and other members of the collections, bankruptcy, credit and finance industries will be able to p… Westin Hotel Chicago. (Business - Conference). 312-943-7200
8:30 am-
3:30 pm
Leadership Links.
Amy K. Hutchens, an internationally recognized executive trainer who has presented more than 30,000 executives around the globe. Marriott Suites O'Hare. (Business - Seminar). 760-635-9320

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
11:30 am-
2:00 pm
18th Annual March of Dimes Construction and Transportation Luncheon.
Promote your company while supporting a great cause! Your participation with this event will entitle you to a networking cocktai… Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit).
7:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Vines Hops & Wine.
The annual benefit features hors d'oeuvres buffet, silent auction, dessert table, a variety of spirits, live musical entertainme… Mayslake Peabody Estate. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 630-206-9566
 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

5:30 pmVillage of Romeoville - Cinco de Mayo.
The 11th Annual 5k Run/ 1 Mile Walk/ Kids Fun Run event. T-shirts will be given to the first 200 registrants. Location: Village… Chicago Metro Area. (Health - Fundraiser Walk / Run / Bike).

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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