Chicago culture
February 14th, 2008 by jamie a
Thursday, February 14 (6-9 pm)
Attention winos! Join Bin36 for a wine tasting. $36 covers wine, cheese, and other great snacks.
Friday, February 15 (7:30 pm)
Author at Women & Children First, which deals with two dear friends handling difficult breakups.
Saturday, February 16 (2 pm)
Head over to the Chicago Cultural Center for the Chicago premiere of the award-winning documentary . There will be a panel discussion after the film, focusing on the current electoral crisis in Kenya and connecting it to the topics in the film.
Saturday, February 16 (4:30 - 6pm)
Warm up with at Chalkboard every Saturday through March. Enjoy an amazing selection of teas along with sandwiches and scones with a group of your friends.
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February 13th, 2008 by jamie a
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Keep warm on these chilly winter weekends with at the Music Box Theater!
Shown every Friday and Saturday night, they’ll be providing you with classic favorites like The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Labyrinth, and The Telephone Book in their amazing theatre.
Independently owned and known as “Chicago’s Year-Round Film Festival,” The Music Box is a perfect place for families, friends, and couples to see the best in classic and independent cinema.
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February 12th, 2008 by jamie a
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Poet from his new book Behind My Eyes at the Harold Washington Library Center on February 13 at 6 pm.
He is best known for his books of poetry including Book of My Nights and The City in Which I Love You, along with his memoir The Winged Seed: A Remembrance, which was given an American Book Award. Lee’s poems delve into subjects such as family history, childhood, strength, and individuality.
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January 30th, 2008 by jamie a
Thursday, January 31 (5:30 -7:30 pm)
Join the Smart Museum of Art for the opening of and meet the artists during a special panel discussion.
Thursday, January 31 (6:00 pm)
The Art Institute of Chicago presents the film recently shown at Sundance, by Lauren Greenfield.
Saturday, February 2 (3 pm)
If you’ve always wanted to learn yoga, here’s your chance! this weekend and it’s free to all who register, so make sure to call and reserve a spot!
Tuesday, February 5 (10:30 am)
with director Charles Newell and the cast. This open rehearsal will be the cast’s first encounter with the material, and the director will discuss his vision for the show. Be sure to reserve a space, as spots are limited.
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January 24th, 2008 by jamie a
Through January 27
Check out the final days of at the Field Museum.
Thursday, January 24 (8:15 pm)
at the Gene Siskel Film Center. A screening will also take place on Sunday, January 27 at 5:30 pm.
Friday, January 25- Saturday, January 26
The Jazz Institute of Chicago presents complete with live music on Friday and cinema jazz on Saturday at the Chicago Cultural Center.
Tuesday, January 29 (7 pm)
Head over to the Border’s on North Michigan Avenue to meet , host of NPR’s This American Life. He’ll be discussing the radio and television versions of the show, along with a DVD signing.
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January 18th, 2008 by jamie a
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From January 4 through the 28th, the Gene Siskel Center presents Iconoclassics!: Cult Comedy Stars of the 1930s with ten films featuring everyone from Harpo Marx to Mae West.
From vaudeville to Broadway and finally the big screen, these stars worked their way into the hearts of audiences everywhere. You can enjoy films like Animal Crackers, The Bank Dick, Monkey Business, and I’m No Angel.
Plus, general admission tickets at only $7, so have a grand time at the movies!
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January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
The Chicago Theatre
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The Chicago Theatre is a genuine landmark of the Windy City’s downtown. Opened on October 26, 1921 and built specifically for showing the great silent films of the era, it was known as “the Wonder Theatre of the World!”
Built in a French Baroque style, the theatre was the first lavish movie palace in America and inspired many more theatres to be built in its style. Taking inspiration for its own construction from the Paris Opera House and the Royal Chapel of Versailles, the theatre calls to mind the opulent style of French architecture.
After playing 40 years of incredible shows, the theatre was a victim of the lagging economy and could no longer afford to stay open. It closed in September of 1989.
Luckily for us, the Chicago Theatre Restoration Associates decided to undertake a complete remodeling of the theatre in 1986, culminating in a nine-month multi-million dollar project. It reopened in September of 1986 with a performance by Frank Sinatra.
To experience the architecture and rich history of the Chicago Theatre, Direct from their website, here’s the tour schedule:
April 1 - September 30: Weekly tours take place every Tuesday and Thursday at 12pm
October 1 - March 31: Weekly tours take place every Tuesday at 12pm
Saturday tours are currently scheduled for: January 20 and February 16
Saturday tours occur on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11am and 12pm. Tours will begin promptly on the hour. When possible, Saturday tours will feature a demonstration on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ.
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January 11th, 2008 by jamie a
Chicago’s Chinatown
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While you’re in the Windy City this February, be sure and check out all the amazing events in town celebrating the Chinese New Year.
began developing in the late 1870s, but the real surge of people came in the 1950s and 1960s due to the communist revolution in China. Chicago currently holds the title of third largest Chinatown in the United States.
This February 10th at 1 pm, the kicks off the celebration with the Lunar New Year Parade. There will be floats, marching bands, lion teams, the newly crowned Miss Chinatown and Miss Friendship Ambassador, as well as a 100 ft mystical dragon.
This guide to has more details, including information on a Lunar Celebration Luncheon entitled “Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Asian American Women in Science & Technology in Illinois.” This is a great tradition in the community, usually attracting over 300 attendants from local influential businessmen to community leaders.
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January 10th, 2008 by jamie a
Friday, January 11 (2- 2:30 pm)
Take a closer look at at the Art Institute of Chicago. Learn the history behind the painting, including its impact on the Chicago neighborhood of Bronzeville.
Through Sunday, January 13
Be sure and check out the final days of the for some big time laughs with friends.
Friday, January 11 (7 pm)
Border’s Books & Music hosts the Pulitzer-Prize winning author , the editor of a new book of love stories, My Mistress’s Sparrow is Dead. Compiled from authors such as Miranda July and Vladimir Nabokov, this collection is sure to be amazing.
Friday, January 11 (9:30 pm)
The famed House of Blues presents , who plays a mix of rock, blues, and jazz tunes. Southwest Blues magazine says, “…Albert Cummings is the major new talent in pop-oriented blues-rock…meaningful lyrics, catchy and untraditional rhythms, plus the right amount of crankin’ and screechin’ electric guitar.”
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January 3rd, 2008 by jamie a
Friday, January 4 (10:30 pm)
Catch the brand new sketch comedy show at the Apollo Theater. It’s “…for sensitive boys, broken-hearted girls, and the confident people that like to laugh at those types of people.” This show will be performed every Friday until January 25th.
Friday, January 4 (10:30 pm)
If you’re a fan of kicking off the weekend with some healthy relaxation, head on over to Bloom Yoga Studio for . Complete with live music and candlelight, this is a great way to kick off the new year and feel good about your body. Space is limited, so be sure to .
January 3- January 13
returns! Here’s the with all the performers listed, so be sure and check it out.
Through January 6
If you missed the exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry before the holidays, here’s your last chance! Featuring more than 50 trees decorated to represent holiday traditions all over the world, this has been a Chicago tradition for 66 years.
Through January 6
is a great spot of kids and adults alike! With a ferris wheel, slides, an ice rink, train, and an extreme ice trail ropes course, everyone can have a great time.
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