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Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, Near North Side

1650 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614

Preet C. writes: The Traffic Series here is just amazing, as are, I'm sure, all the other productions. I saw David Sedaris reading some of his new work this afternoon, along w/ a question and answer and book signing. Here's how he signed my book:

To Preet -

I am glad…

Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Rd
Glencoe, IL 60022

Preet C. writes: Ever have this kinda day: wake up, late! DAMN!! gotta go!!!, skip shower, lookin RAW AS HELL (not fergie raw as hell, ME raw as hell, a.k.a. ROUGH), run out the door, see flat tire, OF COURSE, call in late, go to McDonald's b/c their breaky is the…

Chicago Cultural Center
Neighborhood: The Loop

78 E Washington St
Chicago, IL 60610

Jenny z. writes: Among the other wonderful things about the Cultural Center, you can also get hitched there on Saturday mornings for a measly $10.00! You have to sign up ahead of time at the clerks office, but we were able to get in with 2 days notice ~ sweet.

They…

Morton Arboretum

4100 Illinois Route 53
Lisle, IL 60532

Nancy K. writes: This is a great place to spend some time and have a picnic.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Neighborhood: The Loop

Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60604

Julie K. writes: because I am still holding a student ID from California, I could get a discount ticket.. was only 15 bucks (via Internet, $13.00)!! cheaper than MET!!

around 5 pm, I purchased a ticket for Brahms' Requiem.. since I *HEART* his works, and one of my…

Chicago Architecture Foundation
Neighborhood: The Loop

224 S Michigan Ave Ste 430
Chicago, IL 60604

Nancy K. writes: Loop Tour Train

New schedule for 2007!

The Chicago Transit Authority elevated trains offer a unique vantage point for seeing the internationally renowned architecture in the heart of Chicago's business district. Learn the history of the 170-year old…

Gene Siskel Film Center
Neighborhood: The Loop

164 N State Street
Chicago, IL 60601

Jookie K. writes: Gene Siskel Film Center does so much, even if it's not always good, and even if they're bound to lose money on some things. But they provide options, and I think that's suggestive of the type of work they do in a city like Chicago that doesn't lack…

The Art Institute of Chicago
Neighborhood: The Loop

111 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603

andy s. writes: When I was on tour with my band in Chicago we had a little time to kill before the show, and our choices were either the Lakeside or the Art Institute. Since my band was hideously ugly and would make me go blind if I saw them in swimsuits the…

Wine Discount Center

1826 N. Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Colleen C. writes: Dude, it's the TJ Maxx for wine-aholics.

Elston Avenue provides not only a spectactular back drop (joking, its an industrial wasteland over here)...but also ample parking! Better to cart out your 40 bottles 'o vino, and not have to walk 3 miles.…

Lyric Opera of Chicago
Neighborhood: The Loop

20 N Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60606

Caroline A. writes: The Chicago Lyric Opera house is regarded as one of the best in the world. We were lucky enough to enjoy this season's opening night performance of La Traviata. The evening was magical - in both performance and Gala afterwards.

Now I live just…

Oriental Theatre
Neighborhood: The Loop

24 W. Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601

Ellen M. writes: The one "additional tips" question below was "Good for Kids?"

Definitely. Especially if you have balcony seats. If you're over 5'7" you'll have a hard time finding a place for your knees, and if you're over 5'11" you'll wish you were anywhere in the…

Hot House
Neighborhood: South Loop

31 E Balbo Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Thamara D. writes: Hot House is looking for a new home at this time and no longer resides at this space. Please check their site for updates.

Hot House,
the center for the international performance and exibition.
For tickets, updates and info visit www.hothouse.net
Help…

The ComedySportz Theatre
Neighborhood: Lakeview

929 W. Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657

Jenn H. writes: We went to see a free show last night in their new location. The theatre contains mostly small lounge tables with 4 seats at each table and then there are rows of seats in the very back. We were seated in the front row and it was great.

The show…

Rotofugi Designer Toy Store & Gallery
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

1953 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

molly c. writes: for reasons that i cannot necessarily disclose...i needed an ugly doll. now, my favorite is ice bat, but since i don't want to bite certain people's style, i didn't want to get one. BUT they had ninja ice bat. awesome. he's having a nice sleep in my…

Landmark Century Centre Cinema
Neighborhood: Lakeview

2828 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657

Jerry M. writes: My days of being the youngest person in the room are long gone, but for a 4:30 movie on a Saturday afternoon I swear I had stepped into a showing of "Cocoon: The Return."

Every man, woman (no child though - remember my 30-something tired old ass is…

Blues R & B
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

2519 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614

Niki C. writes: They have this cat, Pistol Pete, who is a phenomenal guitarist. If you come here for no other reason, come here to see/hear him.

It's incredibly smoky (at least until "Prohibition" as the sign above the cigarettes for sale calls it), it's full of a…

Lillstreet Art Center
Neighborhood: Lakeview

4401 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago, IL 60640

Jennifer L. writes: I am SO pleased with Lillstreet. I'm taking the beginning painter class and our instructor makes it fun yet challenging. I can just feel the right side of my brain growing! The price is very reasonable, and all materials are included (for this…

Auditorium Theatre
Neighborhood: South Loop

50 E Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60605

Daniel T. writes: The Auditorium is hands down THE best sounding theatre in the city. In fact, it is the best sounding room out of any venue in town. I love, love, love to be in this building, and I would gladly do a show here any day of the week.

You'll hear the…

National Museum of Mexican Art
Neighborhood: Pilsen

1852 W 19th St
Chicago, IL 60608

Azulina N. writes: In an unimpressive building (a re-purposed park district structure) situated between the baseball diamonds and the playground in Harrison Park is my favorite museum in the city. I haven't missed an exhibition in over three years.

Each time I come…

Old Town School of Folk Music
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

909 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Alice S. writes: I brought both of my children here years ago for Wiggleworms and Orff Schulwerk classes. The teachers were all wonderful, and my kids benefited greatly from interacting via music. Although my son spent a good deal of time trying to "escape" from the…

The Hideout
Neighborhood: Noble Square

1354 W Wabansia Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Matt L. writes: You have to be joking me.

I don't exactly know how to explain it, but I think this place is so ironic that it's ironic. Bear with me a moment here... Ok, now lets say a bunch of people hate chads and trixies, so they decide they're not going identify…

Arlington Park Racetrack

2200 W Euclid Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Colleen C. writes: $7 in admission.
$2.40 to bet on a superfecta, which included Elusive Man and Wild Expectations (yes, I bet solely based on names, and throw an underdog in)
$5.75 for a huge Miller Lite
Not having to go downtown with my family: PRICELESS.

So, on a…

Old Town School of Folk Music
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4544 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625

Preet C. writes: Just saw two groups from Mali - Tinariwen & Mamadou Diabate-- performing here tonight. It was off the mother-f'in CHAIN!! I knew a few things going in:

1) I would be the brownest mofo in the audience (CHECK; this audience was so privileged i'm pretty…

Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Streeterville

175 E Chestnut Street
Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL 60611

Damian C. writes: What a nice little theatre - I had no idea it was here. I went to see Shout! on Sunday for a matinee at this place. The venue was good, the play was good... definitely go check this one out!

The Second City
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

1616 N. Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60614

Colleen C. writes: Besides the gaggle of drunk children from Tennessee (I only know this because they managed to scream "GO VOLS!" about 14 times throughout the performance, at ill-situated moments)...Second City was a blast!

My friend organized a very large group (22…

Ravinia Festival

301 Ravinia Park Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035

Andrea R. writes: Regretfully I never made it out to Ravinia last summer, but got my fill the other night at the Sheryl Crow concert. Like I mentioned in my '06 review...there's not many things I'll leave the city for, but Ravinia is one of them.

Here's a few tips to…

Evanston Century 12 & Cinearts 6

1715 Maple Ave
Evanston, IL 60201

Katarina X. writes: I wish I liked it. I do so try. Everytime I go, no matter how late the hour (I'm an insomniac, so I veer towards the latest possible showings) I am reminded why I appreciate Netflix and birth control.
Waaaaaay too many, obnoxious, hyperactive kids…

Chicago Theatre
Neighborhood: The Loop

175 N State St
Chicago, IL 60601

Nancy K. writes: Grand Ole Dame and a great venue.

Years ago my dad and his group C.A.T.O.E. (Chicago Area Theatre Organ Enthusiasts) had a small intricate part in helping make this a historical landmark. At one point they were talking of tearing this down!

The Chicago Bears
Neighborhood: Near Southside

1410 S. Museum Drive
Chicago, IL 60605

Ellen M. writes: I have an unmistakable Chicago accent - it even comes across in my text messages. Commuting to my hospital job in a blue-collar suburb only amplifies things.

Tomorrow, when the Bears win the Superbowl, I will call every out-of-town friend in the…

Briar Street Theatre
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3133 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657

George K. writes: I felt like I was the only one who haven't seen Blue Man. I had opportunity to see it just recently. If you haven't seen it, go see it. Its very unique show and funny. I think there are some funny parts for everyone so you will definitely get…

Empty Bottle
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

1035 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Justin V. writes: You don't like The Bottle and you're no kind of person in my book.

Shitty band?
Who cares, it was probably a free show.
Who cares, go shoot pool.
Who cares, go play Ms. Pac Man.
Who cares, the Tamale Guy is here.
Who cares, you're shitfaced.

Good band?…

The Neo-Futurists
Neighborhood: Ravenswood

5153 N. Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640

Colleen C. writes: Most definitely an authentic Chicago must...the perfect mix of improv, comedy, quirky venue...and in a great 'hood to boot. (Andersonville).

TMLMTBGB is perfect for entertaining out-of-towners without breaking the bank drinking all night. Make a pit…

Tivoli Theatre

5021 Highland Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Dee W. writes: $3 movie theatre tickets! Enough said!

IT's a beautiful theatre and brings back many childhood memories. They only show one movie at a time so you have to keep your fingers crossed and hope that they're playing something that you enjoy.

Museum of Contemporary Art
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Streeterville

220 E Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Jenny R. writes: I went to the First Friday event. It was 15 bones for entry. Drink tix additional cost. The line for the drink tickets was long, as was the line for the actual drinks...good thing I brought my flask.

Upon entering I was handed a "mingling…

Wrigley Field
Neighborhood: Lakeview

1060 W. Addison Street
Suite 1
Chicago, IL 60613

Kevin A. writes: ODE TO WRIGLEY

On rainy days in biting cold,
On sun-drenched days for young and old,
The beating heart on Addison stands,
Beaming down on loving fans.

Beer man! Beer man! Two this way!
Help me drown my cares away!
For within these gates no troubles lie,
My…

The Music Box Theatre
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3733 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Colleen C. writes: The Music Box Theatre...so beautifully nostalgic of a time when entertainment was entertaining. :::sigh::::

Also, nostalgic of a time when people did not demand comfort or extra large seats. So, some may find this a bit less plushy than modern day…

Chicago Comics
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3244 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60657

Jerry M. writes: Well, smack me on the ass and call me a comic book nerd.

Over the past year I've been flirting with comic books, or more importantly, various incarnations of Joss Whedon's 'verse in cartoony form, from Buffy Season 8 to Angel: After the Fall to the…

Hollywood Boulevard Cinema

1001 W. 75th Street
Woodgrove Festival Mall
Woodridge, IL 60517

Sarah P. writes: I like going to see a movie and with all of the theaters that I have been to NOTHING compares to this place! This is a great concept: food, drinks, and a movie all under one roof at the same time My burger was delish and the waitress kept me with a…

Wicked - The Musical
Neighborhood: The Loop

24 W. Randolph
Chicago, IL 60601

Tina M. writes: I absolutely loved Wicked. We were in the first few rows and off to the side. I highly recommend spending the money on close seats, seeing their facial expressions is part of the experience. The theater is beautiful! One word of advice, don't…

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