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THISWEEK IN CHICAGO

ARTS & THEATER
Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story - Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place
thru Nov 2
- Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower... - 1mi
  The most successful rock ‘n’ roll musical of all time, playing to over 20 million delirious fans, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, will be presented at Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower ...

Musical Mondays - Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place
thru Dec 15
- Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower... - 1mi
Chicago Cabaret Professionals (CCP) and Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place, 175 E. Chestnut Street, announce five new Musical Mondays concerts due to the smash hit success of the monthly cabaret con...

Forbidden Broadway: Dances with the Stars - Forbidden Broadway
thru Jan 4
- Royal George Theatre 1641 N. ... - 3mi
  Off-Broadway’s longest running and most popular musical comedy revue, Gerard Alessandrini’s FORBIDDEN BROADWAY will return to Chicago’s Royal George Cabaret Theatre, 1641 N. ...

Chicago Black Artists - Urban Art Retreat
thru Nov 22
- 1957 S. Spaulding Chicago, IL... - 5mi
The Urban Art Retreat will present emerging Chicago Black Artists in honor of Chicago's Artist's Month. Art works will be displayed from October 4 - November 22, 2008.  Opening art receptions wi...

Johnson-Morrison: Tradition & Innovation in Contemporary Textile Art - Swedish American Museum
thru Nov 30
- Swedish American Museum 5211 ... - 6mi
  Johnson – Morrison: Tradition and Innovation in Contemporary Textile Art will include work focused around Swedish tradition and nature including wall pieces by each artist, a display of ...

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SOCIAL & CHARITY
The Jesse Younan benefit for Leukemia Research - George Yacoub
Fri
- Wise Fools Pub 2270 N. Linc... - 3mi
A donation of $25 will allow you to drink from 9pm-12pm. Package includes fast drafts, wines, and well drinks. You dont have to get a braclet but its recomended. Must be 21. The eveining will include ...

2nd Annual San Miguel School of Rock - San Miguel Schools of Chicago
Thu
- House of Blues 329 N. Dearbor... - 1mi
An evening of cocktails, cuisine and Rock n’ Roll

Breathing is Glorious (B.I.G.) Ball - Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Sat
- Renaissance Chicago Hotel, One... - 0mi
Join the CPF on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Renaissance Chicago Hotel for the 3rd B.I.G. (Breathing is Glorious!) Ball. This elegant black-tie (optional)event includes live entertainment, auctions and a ...

Orchard Village Ride in Style Raffle 2008 - Orchard Village
thru Mar 4
- - 12mi
Win a NEW 2009 Toyota Scion XD valued at $16,000!  Compliments of Schaumburg Toyota http://www.schaumburgtoyota.com/ Tickets:  1 for $50 3 for $125 6 for $225 Grand Pri...

Avon Beauty Breakthrough Tour - Chicago Country Music Festival
thru Oct 12
- Soldier Field Parkland Chicag... - 0mi
  THE AVON BEAUTY BREAKTHROUGH TOUR BRINGS BEAUTY AND TECHNOLOGY TO CHICAGO EXPERIENCE CUTTING EDGE BEAUTY PRODUCTS AND HELP CHICAGOWIN $20,000   The Avon Beauty Breakthrough Tour is he...

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BUSINESS
Performance Mapping for Sales Success - KMG Enterprises in partnership with Latin American Chamber of Commerce
Thu
- Lazo’s Restaurant 2009 N. Wes... - 4mi
Performance Mapping for Sales Success: Creating & Sustaining Your Unique Competitive Advantage Sales Success is rarely an accident. It is typically the result of wise planning, great communica...

BIG NIGHT OUT - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago
Fri
- The Manor 642 N. Clark Street... - 1mi
Premium Open Bar from 9:00 – 11:00 p.m. Doors open at 9pm get there early and avoid the line $25 in advance $30 at the door Purchase online at www.bbbschgo.org Making a difference in the communi...


FESTIVALS
4th Annual Vive La Hispanidad - Latino Cultural Center
Fri
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Join us for the signature celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month as we welcome guests with live musical performances, an art exhibit, literature and samplings of the best Latin cuisine in Chicago. ...


EDUCATION
Conversation with Oprah Winfrey and spiritual guide Eckart Tolle - Inner Metamorphosis University
Fri
- 1418 W. Howard St. Chicago, I... - 9mi
  Eckart Tolle, author of World’s Bestsellers: “The Power of Now” and “A New Earth- Awakening to your Life’s Purpose” on Video with Oprah Winfrey. Weekly onli...

Jill Bolte Taylor: “My Stroke of Insight” - Inner Metamorphosis University
Sat
- 1418 W. Howard St. Chicago, I... - 9mi
 Jill Bolte Taylor, a brain scientist, while having a stroke herself, watched as her brain functions shut down one by one: motion, speech, memory, self-awareness. Amazed to find herself alive, T...

Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium - Northwestern University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Ctr/NW Mem. Healthy Transitions
Sat
- Chicago, IL - 1mi
The Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium is open to patients, caregivers, and the public. Daylong conference with lectures, discussion groups, and patient art exhibit. Highlights the lat...


MUSIC & CONCERTS
North American Reptile Breeders Conference and Trade Show - narbc
thru Oct 12
- Convention Center at Tinley Pa... - 23mi
                          Open to the public and coming to a city near you...


SOCIAL & ENTERTAINMENT
The Chicago Publishers Gallery - Chicago Cultural Center
Sat
- Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E.... - 0mi
A new gallery devoted to books and periodicals by Chicago-area publishers and authors will open at the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph St. at Michigan Ave., on October 11. The Chicago Pu...


FASHION
Sweet Chic - The Spina Bifida Association of Illinois
Sat
- The Museum of Contemporary Art... - 1mi
   High end energy fashion show featuring one of a kind fashions designed by the top Chicago Designers using the fourteen different candies from the Tootsie Roll Company.  Uniquely ...

Fashion Focus Chicago - Fashion Focus
thru Oct 8
- various - 0mi
Fashion Focus Chicago, a weeklong celebration of Chicago’s thriving fashion industry, returns for a fourth year in 2008.

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ARTS & THEATER
The Seventh Joseph R. Shapiro Award Dinner - Smart Museum of Art
Tue
- Four Seasons Hotel - 0mi
The Smart Museum of Art is pleased to announce that Richard and Mary L. Gray will be honored this fall at the seventh Joseph R. Shapiro Award Dinner, the Museum’s biennial gala benefit. The Shapiro Aw...

44th Annual Chicago International Film Festival - Chicago Film Festival
thru Oct 29
- various - 0mi


SOCIAL & CHARITY
Lake Side Cafe 3 Year Anniversary Celebration - Lake Side Cafe
Tue
- 1418 W Howard St, Chicago IL - 9mi
  What a significant year for Lake Side Cafe! We have been voted once again for three consecutive years as Chicago's Best Vegetarian Restaurant. This year, the prestigious award was given by the...

Gouter '08 - An Evening of Jazz - Josephinum Academy
Fri
- Chicago Cultural Center 77 Ea... - 0mi
 

STAR Gala 2008 - Carmel Catholic High School
Sat
- The Ivanhoe Club 28846 North ... - 33mi
           2008 STAR Gala    An Evening to Shine . . . .   Join us at The Ivanhoe Club for an elegant evening of sil...

Emergency Fund Annual Gala - Emergency Fund
Fri
- - 1mi
  The Emergency Fund helps alleviate poverty for individuals and families by providing direct financial assistance and case management to fill immediate needs and affect long-term solutions - b...

Clean Green Comedy - The Volunteer Center of Northwest Suburban Chicago
Sun
- Schaumburg Prairie Center for ... - 25mi
  The Volunteer Center of Northwest Suburban Chicago is pleased to announce its first annual comedy night fundraiser, Clean Green Comedy. Join our community for a night of innocent fun and laugh...

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FESTIVALS
Monster Madness - Lisle Park District
Fri
- Meadows Center 5801 Westview ... - 24mi
Come to the "Meadows Monster Mansion" and enjoy a festive autumn fun fair. The evening will be filled with friendly games, ghouls, animals and goodies. Win Halloween prizes at the Carnival and enjoy a...


EDUCATION
Conversation with Oprah Winfrey and spiritual guide Eckart Tolle - Inner Metamorphosis University
Fri
- 1418 W. Howard St. Chicago, I... - 9mi
  Eckart Tolle, author of World’s Bestsellers: “The Power of Now” and “A New Earth- Awakening to your Life’s Purpose” on Video with Oprah Winfrey. Weekly onli...

Financial Modeling and Forecasting - Business Development Academy
Fri
- Bell, Boyd & Lloyd LLP 70 W. ... - 0mi
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Valuation of Early-Stage Technologies - Business Development Academy
Fri
- Bell, Boyd & Lloyd LLP 70 W. ... - 0mi
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Blogging 101: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Blogging - Community Media Workshop
Fri
- 218 S. Wabash - 1mi
This five-hour session will cover everything you need to know about launching, writing and publicizing your organization's blog -- from which software to use to 10 tips for better blogging. ...

Holistic Health Care for the Whole Family - ChicagoHealers.com
Wed
- Merry Makers Music 3717 North... - 0mi
Holistic Healthcare for the Whole Family Dr. Hugh Jenkins, N.D., October 16th, 2008, 7pm With the increasing rise of the "SUPER BUGS" and the decreased protection of antibiotics, we must find a...

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KIDS & FAMILY
Kidsfest Chicago - Cookie Magazine
Sun
- RIVER EAST ART CENTER 435 Eas... - 0mi
FAMILY ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 1PM - 4PM FREE ADMISSION TONS OF ROCKIN’ FUN FOR EVERYONE DJ Mixing Academy Cool crafts Faux Cookie “cover shoot” Treat Suite for moms & d...


MUSIC & CONCERTS
Arlington Home Improvement Showcase - Fall 2008 - Showcase Productions
thru Oct 19
- Arlington Racecourse 2200 Euc... - 29mi
  The Home Improvement Showcase offers Free admission and free parking to all attendees, presenting a vast selection of all home improvement products and services.  It provides one-sto..