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Here's what's going on this week May 13-20, 2009
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Photos have been added to the site from: Underground Sundays, The Spread Bar & Grill, Blondes vs Brunnettes Draft @ Lasalle Power Company, Spring in Paris with St. Germain @ Le Bar.
Click here to view photos: http://www.chicago-scene.com/photo.htm
******************** READERS' FAVORITES ********************
Based on votes received from our website, our subscribers' favorites are the following:
FAVORITE BARS/LOUNGES: NV Penthouse, RiNo, Lumen
FAVORITE CLUBS: Crobar, Manor, Enclave
FAVORITE RESTAURANTS: HUB 51, Quartino, Mado
MOVIES: Star Trek, X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
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Thursday, 5/14, 5 PM
Passionate Focus 2009
Xchange West
344 N. Ogden
Cost is $125
Passionate Focus is an art exhibit featuring the work of artists with vision loss. The opening reception offers the chance to talk with the artists, bid on their work, have some fantastic food and wine, bid on great items in our silent auction and try for some of our exciting prizes.
For more info: http://www.passionatefocus.org
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Thursday, 5/14, 10 PM
Flirting for Disaster
Enclave
220 W. Chicago
Herald the Arrival of Spring! Flirting for Disaster is a social mixer series hosted by the Auxiliary Board of the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago. A young, philanthropic and professional crowd attends these upscale events held at hot venues throughout the city. For more info: http://chicagoredcross.org
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Thursday, 5/14, Midnight
Chester & French Official After Party
RiNo
343 W. Erie
312-587-3433
RiNo presents the Chester & French Official After Party. For reservations: reservations@rinolounge.com
For more info: http://www.rinolounge.com
View the invite: http://www.chicago-scene.com/banads/09/rino_5-14/rino_5-14.jpg
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Thursday, 5/14, 6 PM
Legends of the Ball
Rockit Bar & Grill
22 W. Hubbard
Cost is $100
Good Sports, Inc. is having its first annual Chicago “Legends of the Ball” fundraiser with our friends Master of Ceremonies, Neil Funk of the Chicago Bulls and 670 The Score Radio. Enjoy a spirited celebration complete with tasty drinks, great food, one-of-a-kind auction items, and surprise guests at Rockit Bar & Grill. Good Sports, Inc. encourages physical activity to disadvantaged youth by providing sporting equipment to local recreation centers and after-school sports programs around the city. Help us
keep Chicago’s young people healthy and active. Space is limited, tickets on sale now: http://www.goodsports.org/specialevents.shtml For more info: http://goodsports.org;
View the invite: http://www.chicago-scene.com/banads/09/lotb_5-14/lotb_5-14.jpg
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Thursday, 5/14, 10 PM
UNcensored: The Fashion Show
Vision
632 N. Dearborn
UNcensored: The Fashion Show with a live performance by Justin Tranter of Semi Precious Weapons.
For reservations call 312-475-1390 or reservations@manorchicago.com
View the invite: http://www.chicago-scene.com/banads/09/manor_5-14/manor_5-14.jpg
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Thursday, 5/14 1130 AM - 130 PM
2009 MAC Luncheon
The Chicago Club
81 E. Van Buren
312-427-1825
Cost is $75
The Chicago Club will host The Midtown Educational Foundation’s 2009 MAC Luncheon to benefit Chicago’s inner-city girls. Emceed by NBC 5 News co-anchor Zoraida Sambolin, and featuring guest speaker Chicago 2016 president Lori Healey, the event promises an afternoon of good will and delectable dishes. Pre-luncheon reception is from 1130 AM to Noon followed by the luncheon from Noon to 130 PM. Proceeds from the event benefit the Metro Achievement Center for girls. Individual tickets start at $75. For tickets or sponsorship information: htpp://www.Midtown-metro.org
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Thursday, May 14
CYC Metropolitan Board “College Bound” Fundraiser
Villains Bar & Grill
649 S. Clark
312-356-9992
On Thursday, May 14 from 6 - 9 PM, humanitarians and hipsters will unite for an evening of drinks, hors d’oeurves and making dreams come true. Join the Chicago Youth Centers MetroBoard for prizes and special guest appearances, all benefiting the youth served by CYC. CYC provides excellent year-round out-of-school-time programming for children ages ages 3 to 18. The MetroBoard dedicates 100% of the money raised to fund college tours, cultural outings, and field trips, so come party with purpose. For tickets or more information on the event and how you can help visit htpp://Cycmetropolitan.com
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Thursday, 5/14, 5 PM
Backyard Barbecue at John Barleycorn Lincoln Park
John Barleycorn Lincoln Park
658 W. Belden
John Barleycorn hosts a backyard barbecue every Thursday night (weather permitting) from 5-10 PM on their spacious 150-seat outdoor patio. Grill masters prep eats such as rib tips, burgers, bone-in chicken and Italian sausage for the all-you-can-eat BBQ buffet. The spread also includes the signature house salad, plus side dishes such as baked beans, potato salad and corn on the cob for $10 per person. Domestic beer buckets are also on special for $15 (from 5 PM -2 AM).
For more info: http://www.johnbarleycorn.com
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Friday, 5/15, 10 PM
Erick Morillo
Spy Bar
646 N. Franklin
Spy Bar presents Erick Morillo. For table reservations: 312-337-2191 or joey@spybarchicago.com
For more info: http://www.spybarchicago.com
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Saturday, 5/16, 5 PM
Second Annual Art Auction to Benefit Gilda's Club Chicago
Flat Iron Arts Building
1579 N. Milwaukee
Cost is $10
The Flat Iron Artists' Association presents The Second Annual Gilda’s Club Gala, featuring a live and silent auction to benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago. This is a great event to economically start or enhance your fine art collection. Over 75 artists will be exhibiting and selling their work.
$10 suggested donation at the bar includes an open bar, appetizers and a live and silent auction.
For more info: http://www.gildasclubchicago.org
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Saturday, 5/16, 7-10 PM
Save the Ta*Tas: Fundraiser Benefit for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
Lumen
839 W. Fulton
Cost is $20 Donation
A fundraising benefit for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. $20 charitable donation at the door. Proceeds will be donated to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Complimentary Ta-Ta-Tinis provided by Belvedere Vodka. Table reservations highly recommended: 312-713-2222 or info@lumen-chicago.com.
View the invite: http://www.chicago-scene.com/banads/09/lumen_5-16/lumen_5-16.jpg
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Saturday, 5/16, 10 PM
Vision Presents: Menno De Jong, Gareth Emery & Blake Jarrell
Vision Nightclub
632 N. Dearborn
On Saturday, May 16th, move to the sounds of Dutch trance DJ, Menno De Jong and British trance DJ, Gareth Emery, with an opening set spun by Chicagoan Blake Jarrell. At only twenty-four years old, Menno De Jong has already closed gigs for Tiesto and Paul van Dyk and is well known for hosting the widely syndicated Intuition Radio show. One of the first leading DJs to begin podcasting, Gareth Emery launched his show “The Gareth Emery Podcast” in 2006 making his mixes accessible to listeners across the globe. Look for a debut artist album from him this year. Tickets available at Wantickets.com.
For more info: http://www.visionnightclub.com
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Tuesday, 5/19, 6 PM
Ronald MacDonald House Charities Auction and Band
John Barleycorn (Schaumburg, IL)
Cost is $20
Three Hours of live band, drinks, food along with silent and live auctions and other fundraising activities for Ronald MacDonald Charity event.
For more info: larry@larryrowan.com
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Tuesday, 5/19, Noon - 2 PM
MS Women on the Move Luncheon
Renaissance Hotel
1 W. Wacker Drive
Cost is $150
On Tuesday, May 19, 2009, over 600 women will come together to help create a world free of MS at the Women on the Move Luncheon. Mark your calendars and join us for the Women on the Move Luncheon hosted by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Illinois Chapter along with Laurel Bellows - Keynote Speaker, Principal in Bellows and Bellow, P.C. & Tracy Butler - Mistress of Ceremonies, Meteorologist, ABC 7 Chicago. Join us as we honor women in Illinois who demonstrate exceptional
leadership and improve the lives of women and men living with disabilities, chronic illness, the under insured, and/or impoverished, The National MS Society, Greater Illinois Chapter will launch the first annual Impact Awards at its Women on the Move Luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Renaissance Hotel in Chicago from Noon to 2 PM. Tickets for the luncheon are $150 or $1,500 per table.
To purchase tickets: http://ildmain.nationalmssociety.org/site/Calendar?view=Detail&id=182724
For more info: http://www.msillinois.org; Courtney Kappus at 312-423-1170.
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Wednesday, 5/20, 630 PM
Uncorked! Pinot Noir
The Redhead Piano Bar
16 W. Ontario
Cost is $15
Come join us for our monthly wine series, Uncorked! This month we will sample three Pinot Noirs. Price includes interactive class and complementary food pairings.
For more info: http://www.redheadpianobar.com
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Wednesday, 5/20, 6 PM
Opera Underground: Owen Wingrave
The Gage / Harris Theater in Millennium Park
24 S. Michigan Ave / 205 E. Randolph
Cost is $50
Opera Underground is a group of young professionals who like to combine two of their favorite things—fun mingling and great theatre! Chicago Opera Theater is a young, vibrant, edgy and contemporary opera company—and Chicago Opera Theater productions are stunning to watch whether you are an opera lover or it’s your first opera! The evening begins with a pre-show reception at The Gage from 6-7PM followed by a performance of “Owen Wingrave” at 730 PM at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park.
Drinks, appetizers and the performance are all included in with your ticket.
For more info: http://tickets.chicagooperatheater.org/tickets/subscriptions/index.aspx?season=underground
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Thursday, 5/14, Lady Sovereign @ Metro / Smart Bar
Friday, 5/15, Chevelle and Blue October @ The Venue at Horseshoe Casino
Friday, 5/15, Erick Morillo @ Spy Bar
Friday, 5/15, Keyshia Cole @ Chicago Theatre
Friday, 5/15, Keith Urban @ Allstate Arena
Sunday, 5/17, India Arie @ House of Blues
Tuesday, 5/19, Sting @ Symphony Center
Friday, 5/22, Arabian Nights featuring Kazem El Saher @ The Venue at the Horseshoe Casino
Saturday, 5/23, Despina Vandi @ The Venue at Horseshoe Casino
Tuesday, 5/26, The Tragically Hip @ Vic Theatre
Wednesday, 5/27, Korn @ The Venue @ Horseshoe Casino
Thursday, 5/28, Sara Evans @ The Venue at Horseshoe Casino
Friday, 5/29, Third Eye Blind @ Riviera Theatre
Friday, 5/29, Nine Inch Nails @ Charter One Pavilion
Friday, 5/29, Kill Hannah @ Double Door
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********************* Joke of the Week *********************************
How Chicagoans Handle the Winter:
60 above - Floridians wear coats, gloves, and wooly hats. Chicagoans sunbathe.
50 above - New Yorkers try to turn on the heat. Chicagoans plant gardens.
40 above - Italian cars won't start. Chicagoans drive with the windows down.
32 above - Distilled water freezes. Lake Michigan's water gets thicker.
20 above - Californians shiver uncontrollably. Chicagoans have the last cookout before it gets cold.
15 above - New York landlords finally turn up the heat. Chicagoans throw on a sweatshirt.
0 degrees - Californians fly away to Mexico. Chicagoans lick the flagpole and throw on a light jacket over the sweatshirt.
20 below - People in Miami cease to exist. Chicagoans get out their winter coats.
40 below - Hollywood disintegrates. Chicago's Girl Scouts begin selling cookies door to door.
60 below - Polar bears begin to evacuate Antarctica. Chicago's Boy Scouts postpone "Winter Survival" classes until it gets cold enough.
80 below - Mount St. Helen's freezes. Chicagoans rent some videos.
100 below - Santa Claus abandons the North Pole. Chicagoans get frustrated when they can't thaw the keg.
297 below - Microbial life survives on dairy products. Illinois cows complain of farmers with cold hands.
460 below - ALL atomic motion stops. Chicagoans start saying, "Cold 'nuff for ya??"
500 below - Hell freezes over. The Chicago Cubs win the World Series.