Dolorous Canter @ Transmission Gallery

This Friday, Dolorous Canter makes up for all it's sins by playing a set entitled, "The Passion of The Emocore". Come one, come all and be forgiven. Forgive us. Friday, March 19, 2004 | 10pm | $5 transmission gallery 840 west washington avenue | chicago one last walk dolorous canter the monroes +1 more (order to be determined later)

Tireswing Theater's The Soul Cages Opens

The spring season at the new Loop Theater, 8 E. Randolph St., continues with Tireswing Theatre's production of The Soul Cages, adapted from the tale by Thomas Crofton Croker. Opening night is Friday, March 19 at 8 p.m. The Soul Cages runs through Sunday, April 25, 2004. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by phone at 312-744-LOOP (5667) or from ticketweb.com. "The Soul Cages follows the story of Jack Doherty as he befriends a Merrow named Coomara and finds their friendship at odds when he decides to free the souls of drowned sailors. This enchanting production of an Irish classic will inspire audiences of all ages with its intelligent humor and understated elegance."

Jamie Oliver @ Field's State Street

Jamie Oliver will sign his cookbook, "Jamie's Kitchen" and answer questions. Free - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Friday. Lower level of Marshall Field's, 111 N. State Street. For information, call 312-781-1000.

Family Pet Expo

Looking for a pet? Or maybe some toys or other supplies for the one(s) you already have? Hit the Chicagoland Family Pet Expo this weekend at Arlington Park Racetrack, 2200 W. Euclid in Arlington Heights, and you'll find everything you can possibly imagine for Spot or Fluffy or even Flipper. There will also be some unusual special events and courses, such as "Dancing with Dogs" and the "Hedgehog Olympics." More info here.

Open 2pm to 8pm Friday, 9am to 8pm Saturday and 10am to 6pm Sunday. Tickets are $9; click here for a $1 off coupon.

Chicago Golf Show

Another exhibition that Chicago plays home to: the Chicago Golf Show, the largest consumer golf show in the nation. About 20,000 attendees are expected at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont over the next three days, to see over 300 exhibitors and get tips from some of the top golfing instructors. Show hours: 1-8 PM Friday, 9-6 PM Saturday, 9-5 PM Sunday. Donald E. Stephens Convention Center: River Road, south of Interstate 90, Rosemont.

Bike Town Bash

It’s party time! Chicagoland Bicycle Federation Conference attendees can crash the Bike Town Bash for only $30, a 50 percent discount off the regular event price! A bicycle photo competition, music and dancing, feasting and merriment, a raffle, and auctions highlight this festive semi-formal event. For ticket information, please go to the conference registration form. To buy tickets for the Bash ONLY, please visit the Bash Web site. For more information, please contact Anne Hatcher at 312-427-3325 extension 41, or anneh@biketraffic.org. Bike Town Bash Friday, March 19, 2004 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight Chicago Cultural Center 77 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

Chris Saathoff Benefit Show

Tonight at 10pm at the Empty Bottle there will be a special benefit for The Chris Saathoff Foundation featuring: Chris's band, Chin Up Chin Up, New Black, Rollo Tomasi and Paletazo. As previously reported, Chris, a prominent and beloved member of the local music community, was killed on February 13th after leaving a show here at the Empty Bottle. Tickets are $8; the proceeds raised will be donated to a foundation in his name.