October 17, 2014
FRIDAYThe Arts
| 10:00 am- 5:30 pm | Jackie Tileston "Field Guide to Elsewhere". Jackie Tileston's Field Guide to Elsewhere will be on display. Zg Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 312-654-9900 |
| 10:30 am &7:30 pm | Universoul Circus.  Laugh, dance in the aisles' and be amazed by world-class acts from around the globe' including Chinese aerialists' pretzel twist… Washington Park. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 773-256-1248 |
| 7:30 pm | Jane Eyre. After a troubled childhood, Jane Eyre searches for new purpose as a governess at Thornfield Hall. But a fragile peace gives way… Lifeline Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 773-761-4477 |
| 7:30 pm | Season on the Line. The Bad Settlement Theatre Company, beleaguered by a dilapidated building, strained finances & a tyrannical artistic director wi… Chopin Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 773-769-3832 |
| 7:30 pm- 8:30 pm | Anarchy: An Improvised Rock Opera. Ready to fight the power through song. Anarchy is a completely sung, completely improvised rock opera with some of Chicago's fin… MCL Chicago. (Performance). 773-610-5930 |
| 7:30 pm | Amazing Grace. A musical based on the awe-inspiring true story behind the world's most beloved song - Amazing Grace. Bank of America Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700 |
| 8:00 pm | Million 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. (Arts - Concerts). 773-935-6100 |
| 8:00 pm | Put 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 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… The Public House Theater. (Performance - Theater). 800-650-6449 |
| 8:00 pm | Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. One of Sondheim's most beloved pieces, based on the Victorian era serial, this Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical is a spine… Stage 773. (Performance - Musical). 773-777-9884 |
| 8:00 pm | Smokefall. Change is in the air as Violet prepares to bring twin boys into the world. Inside her womb, her unborn sons contemplate their fu… Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-443-3800 |
| 8:00 pm | Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus. Based on the book written by an American author and relationship counselor John Gray. Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. (Performance - Theater). 312-642-2000 |
| 8:00 pm | The Game's Afoot. A Ludwig's comedy-mystery about the great actor William Gillette who originated the role of Sherlock Holmes. Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center. (Performance - Mystery). 630-530-8300 |
| 9:30 pm | Assemblers 3: Countdown to Assemblers 4!. Assemblers 3: Countdown to Assemblers 4!, features all new sketches that attacks superheroes, superhero movies & the people who… pH Comedy Theater. (Performance - Theater). 773-961-8214 |
| 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… The Public House Theater. (Performance - Theater). 800-650-6449 |
| 11:00 pm- 12:00 am | Sassafras: A Southern Drinking Show. Sassafras is a show hosted by the female comedy group, Hey Ladies. They are a loud and proud group of Southern ladies looking to… MCL Chicago. (Performance). 773-610-5930 |
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 am &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 |
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 |
| 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm | 'Indian for Everyone' - Anupy Singla Book Release. Join us for a Diwali Celebration at the 1550 bar! Acclaimed Indian cookbook author Anupy Singla will be signing her newest book… Whole Foods Market. (Community - Cooking Demostration). 312-587-0648 |
| 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
| 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Zhou B Art Center 3rd Fridays. Third Friday opening is an often eclectic and always enthusiastic event featuring gallery openings and open studios for artists… Zhou B. Art Center. (Nightlife - Parties). 773-523-0200 |
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