April 9, 2015
THURSDAYThe Arts
| 8:30 am- 5:00 pm | Senior Art Major Exhibit. Wheaton College hosts ten-day exhibits showcasing the work of senior art majors. The student shows will be displayed in the Walf… Wheaton College. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 630-752-5050 |
| 12:30 pm | New Music Concert. University of St. Francis New Music Concert taking place in Sexton Auditorium. University of St. Francis. (Arts - Concerts). 800-735-7500 |
| 7:00 pm | Les Miserables.  Adaptation of Victor Hugo's masterpiece, set in Paris amid the social and political struggles of 19th century France. Paramount Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 630-896-6666 |
| 7:30 pm | The Book Of Mormon. A hilarious Broadway musical about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt L… Bank of America Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700 |
| 7:30 pm | Thomas Kodron and Nathan Mata (Student) Recital. Students Thomas Kodron and Nathan Mata perform at the University of St. Francis' Sexton Auditorium. University of St. Francis. (Arts - Concerts). 800-735-7500 |
| 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 |
For Children
| 10:00 am | Storytime. This event is the perfect chance for moms and/or dads to bond with their little one. Every Monday and Thursday, Barnes and Noble… Barnes & Noble Booksellers Clybourn. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-871-3610 |
| 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 |
| 10:30 am | Crystal Lake Storytime. This fun and entertaining weekly children's event will consist of stories, age appropriate crafts and activities and a snack. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 815-455-0302 |
| 10:30 am | Emerald City Theatre: Fancy Nancy. Based on the popular children's book about Fancy Nancy who is a young girl with a larger than life personality, who loves fancy… Apollo Theater Chicago. (Kids Theater). 773-935-6100 |
| 11:00 am | Storytime Thursday. Every Thursday, Borders will host a children's storytime. Bring the kids and see how their minds and imaginations soar during th… Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 773-752-8663 |
| 1:00 pm- 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 |
| 1:00 pm &5:00 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
| 10:00 am- 5:00 pm | Small Business Expo 2015 - Chicago. Chicago tradeshows gather the city's most promising business leaders for networking and collaboration. Join Small Business Expo… Navy Pier Chicago. (Business - Convention / Expo). 212-253-4123 |
| 10:00 am- 5:00 pm | Small Business Expo 2015 - Chicago. Chicago tradeshows gather the city's most promising business leaders for networking and collaboration. Join Small Business Expo… Navy Pier Chicago. (Business - Convention / Expo). 212-404-2345 |
| 7:30 pm- 9:30 pm | Theology Conference: "The Image of God in an Image Driven Age". This year's theme is "The Image of God in an Image Driven Age." Keynote speakers include Janet Soskice and Philip Jenkins. Sessi… Wheaton College. (Business - Conference). 630-752-5054 |
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- 7:15 pm | Scott Simon. For NPR fans the name Scott Simon is practically a synonym for Saturday morning. The longtime host of Weekend Edition sets a mor… First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple. (Community - Lecture). 312-494-9509 |
| 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 |
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