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SATURDAY
Kwanzaa
December 26, 2009

The Arts

2:00 pmA Christmas Carol.
Meet miserly Scrooge, hard-working Bob Crachit, and the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future in this Charles Dickens' cl… The Goodman Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-443-3800
2:00 pmJersey Boys.
The story of how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sens… Bank of America Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700
2:00 pmThe Addams Family.
Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth star in this magnificently macabre new show based on the hit TV series. Times and day may vary, p… Ford Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700
2:00 pmThe Joffrey Ballet - The Nutcracker.
The Nutcracker will transform the Theatre into a land of beauty, fantasy and wonder. The Tchaikovsky masterpiece features the f… Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University. (Performance - Ballet). 312-922-2110
2:00 pmTrans-Siberian Orchestra.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra performing live in concert. Allstate Arena. (Arts - Concert - Classical/Symphony). 847-635-6601
2:00 pmIn The Heights.
In the Heights tells the story of a communitygoing thorugh changes in Manhattan's Washington Heights through three generations o… Cadillac Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1710
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
7:00 pmTrans-Siberian Orchestra.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra performing live in concert. Allstate Arena. (Arts - Concert - Classical/Symphony). 847-635-6601
8:00 pmA Christmas Carol.
Meet miserly Scrooge, hard-working Bob Crachit, and the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future in this Charles Dickens' cl… The Goodman Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-443-3800
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 pmJersey Boys.
The story of how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sens… 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. Times and day may vary, p… Ford Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1700
8:00 pmIn The Heights.
In the Heights tells the story of a communitygoing thorugh changes in Manhattan's Washington Heights through three generations o… Cadillac Palace Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 312-977-1710

Community

CallJudy 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
CallRiver 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
CallMysteries 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
CallWilderness 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
CallHands-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
CallThe 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
CallIstock Family Look-in Animal Lab.
A detailed look at our native wetlands and their residents. Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
CallNational Geographic Crittercam: The World Through Animal Eyes.
Watch a great white shark capture its prey, follow penguins glide beneath the ice, and take an ocean voyage with seals through C… Notebaert Nature Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 773-755-5100
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
10:00 amOne World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, take viewers on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
10:45 amIBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System.
Join scientists who are investigating the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of our galaxy. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
10:45 amFly Me to the Moon 3-D Space Show.
Blast off on a space adventure with three starry-eyed houseflies and the crew of Apollo 11. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
11:30 am3D Universe: A Symphony.
This video suite blends breathtakingly beautiful astronomical images with the music 'Pictures at an Exhibition' composed by Muss… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
11:30 amCosmic Collisions.
Take a trip through space to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the Universe. Narrated by aw… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
12:15 pmIBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System.
Join scientists who are investigating the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of our galaxy. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
12:45 pmFly Me to the Moon 3-D Space Show.
Blast off on a space adventure with three starry-eyed houseflies and the crew of Apollo 11. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
1:00 pmOne World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, take viewers on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
1:30 pm3D Universe: A Symphony.
This video suite blends breathtakingly beautiful astronomical images with the music 'Pictures at an Exhibition' composed by Muss… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
1:45 pmCosmic Collisions.
Take a trip through space to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the Universe. Narrated by aw… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
2:30 pmOne World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, take viewers on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
2:45 pmFly Me to the Moon 3-D Space Show.
Blast off on a space adventure with three starry-eyed houseflies and the crew of Apollo 11. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
3:15 pmCosmic Collisions.
Take a trip through space to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the Universe. Narrated by aw… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
3:30 pm3D Universe: A Symphony.
This video suite blends breathtakingly beautiful astronomical images with the music 'Pictures at an Exhibition' composed by Muss… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
4:00 pmIBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System.
Join scientists who are investigating the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of our galaxy. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
4:45 pmFly Me to the Moon 3-D Space Show.
Blast off on a space adventure with three starry-eyed houseflies and the crew of Apollo 11. Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
4:45 pmCosmic Collisions.
Take a trip through space to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the Universe. Narrated by aw… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR
5:30 pmCosmic Collisions.
Take a trip through space to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the Universe. Narrated by aw… Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. (Educational - Science & Nature). 312-922-STAR

Festivals

CallBank of America Winter WonderFest.
Come to experience thousands of glistening lights, hundreds of decorated holiday trees, festive candy cane decor and enchanted h… Festival Hall. (Festivals). 312-595-PIER

Health & Fitness

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

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. (Kid's - 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. (Kid's - 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. (Kid's - 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. (Kid's - 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. (Kid's - 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. (Kid's - Children's Activities). 630-637-8000

Nightlife

6:00 pmLucky Boys Confusion.
Lucky Boys Confusion, The Fold, The Action Blast and The Attraction performing live in concert in this all ages show. Metro. (Nightlife - Live Music). 773-549-0203
6:30 pmStellar Road.
Stellar Road performing live in concert in this all ages show. House of Blues Chicago. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-923-2000
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
8:00 pmMustard Plug.
Mustard Plug, Flatfoot 56, Cheapgirls and Rule 22 performing live in concert in this 17 and over show. Bottom Lounge Restaurant. (Nightlife - Live Music). 312-666-6775
10:30 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

Sports

7:00 pmChicago Bulls vs New Orleans Hornets.
NBA Basketball Game. United Center. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 312-455-4000
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