The Narrator Farewell Show @ The Empty Bottle

Empty Bottle 1035 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL
w/ JOAN OF ARC, TIGHT PHANTOMZ, and MANNEQUIN MEN DJs
10PM, 21+ $10

Real Live Tigers @ South Union Arts

South Union Arts
1352 S. UNION in Chicago
(just 2 blocks south of Roosevelt Rd)
8:00pm

Real Live Tigers is Tony Presely an honest traveling DIY indie musician and the only man this side of Morrissey that can make the phrase "Life is Easy" sound utterly depressing.

Also apprearing PAUL BARIBEAU, PORCHES, CUP'N'STRING, and EMPEROR X.

Indian Jewelry @ Hideout

Psychedelic drone rockers Indian Jewelry arrive in town to play the Hideout tonight. Hailing from Houston, TX, the band -- with their constantly changing and expanding line -- has built a reputation for itself the past few years for its ability to hypnotize audiences with its frenzied stage shows. Local stoner-rock misfits Warhammer 48K play on the opening bill, resuming activity after many months in suspended animation. Doors open at 9 PM, admission is $8. 1354 W. Wabansia.

Jonathan Coulton @ Lakeshore Theater Sold Out

Former programmer turned trubadour Jonathan Coulton kicks all kinds of ass tonight at the Lakeshore Theater. The show starts tonight at 7:30. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through the theater's Website. Lakeshore Theater: 3175 N. Broadway. (773) 472-3492. UPDATE: Sold Out!

Children's Humanities Festival

The Children’s Humanities Festival (the youthful counterpart to the adults’ autumnal event) begins today and runs through May 10. Child-friendly theater, music, and interactive performances will be taking place across the city with offerings for those five and older, though some performances are more appropriate for teen audiences. Kids (and adults) can listen to traditional Mexican fandango music, help stretch 12 miles of elastic, or see a Japanese garden come to life.

Most of the activities are free for those 17 and under. Older participants pay $5 in advance or $10 at the door. Many of the events are accessible to those with special needs and those whose primary language is not English. For more information and a schedule of events, visit the Chicago Humanities Festival website.

Get something Hand MAYed for Mother's Day

The creative ladies of the Chicago Craft Mafia will be joining Zola Jones today from 11am to 5pm. Together they'll be selling their jewelery, purses, knitted dog sweaters, and crafts alongside new bags from Zola Jones. 1944 W Montrose Ave

Inaside Chicago Dance @ Ruth Page Center

Inaside Chicago Dance has created an evening of dancing inspired by the drip period of Jackson Pollock's artwork. In the Painting will be a "multimedia dance experience," beginning with a short film about Pollock's life and art, and continuing with choreographed works that include a multimedia element.
May 2 @ 8:00, May 3 @ 2:00 & 8:00. Ruth Page Center for the Performing Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn. $20 general ($15 student/dancer/senior). Purchase tickets at the Ruth Page box office (312.337.6543).

Skip Rope Revolution @ Mess Hall

Mess Hall hosts an evening for grown-ups to play again. Recall the glory days of "Heads Up Seven Up", fortune-telling, hopscotch, and -- certainly -- skipping rope. The group says: "In a culture largely based on profit, competition, and rationalized self-advancement, play appears to be out of step with the rules of the game." 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., 6932 North Glenwood Avenue. Phone: 773-465-4033.

Pullman Historic District @ Chicago Cultural Center

Learn the story behind this urban historic district built by railroad magnate George M. Pullman to house workers from his legendary rail car factory. Highlights of the day include a guided walking tour of the Pullman Historic Landmark District with visits to the Hotel Florence and the Pullman United Methodist Church. To make reservations, call 312-742-1190 or visit the Website. Tours depart by motorcoach from the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph Street at Michigan Ave., at 10 a.m. (check-in at 9:30 a.m.) and return either at 2 p.m. or 2:30 p.m., except for Summertime Sampler Tours that return at 1 p.m. and are offered on Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 27.

Garfield Park & Beyond Tour @ Chicago Cultural Center

New this year. Celebrate the Centennial of the Garfield Park Conservatory with this guided tour including artworks by preeminent American artists. Stop at the park's striking, gold-domed field house, with time to wander the Market Place featuring organic produce and more. Then visit historic field houses at Hamilton Park and Sherman Park to view Progressive-era murals. This tour is offered as part of the Terra Foundation for American Art initiative, American Art American City. To make reservations, call 312-742-1190 or visit the Website. Tours depart by motorcoach from the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph Street at Michigan Ave., at 10 a.m. (check-in at 9:30 a.m.) and return either at 2 p.m. or 2:30 p.m., except for Summertime Sampler Tours that return at 1 p.m. and are offered on Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 27.

World Kitchen Learning Series: On Top of Spaghetti

Celebrate Children's Day by making meatballs with the people from local organization Purple Asparagus at the "On Top of Spaghetti" class, which will be held today from 11am-2pm through the World Kitchen learning series sponsored by the Department of Cultural Affairs. Kids 7-12 years old welcome to attend but must be with parent/guardian. Class to be held at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, 66 E. Randolph Street. Class fee is $30. Click here for more information and to register.