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Saturday, September 26 2009
Rollin' Outta Here Naked: A Big Lebowski Burlesque
Vaudezilla presents "Rollin' Outta Here Naked: A Big Lebowski Burlesque," at 10pm tonight and every Saturday in September at the Gorilla Tango Theatre, 1919 N. Milwaukee Ave. -- as well as at Lebowski Fest. Featuring dances inspired by the cult classic film, performers Red Hot Annie, Wham Bam Pam, Donna Touch, Bonny Babs and Maria May I will have you out of your element in no time. Tickets are $15 in advance.
Chicago Gourmet @ Pritzker Pavilion
Even though last year's inaugural event left much to be desired, Chicago Gourmet returns again to Pritzker Pavilion today, 11am-6pm. While you eat small plate-style dishes from Chicago's most famous chefs and drink from the huge wine selection, you'll have lectures and the Pavilion to enjoy. Tickets from $115.
Guided Tree Walk
Learn the basics of tree identification and walk around the Chicago River with REI, as staff member, Naturalist, and Tree Keeper Janet Mrowka leads a 30-minute class on trees, followed by an hour walk to the river near Kingsbury. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate shoes. The class runs from 10:30am-noon and meets at REI (1466 N. Halsted). Free, but reservations are required. Call (312) 951-6020 to reserve your spot.
Fear @ Neo-Futurarium
The Neo-Futurists kick off their 2009-10 season with Fear, a look at the horror tales of Edgar Allen Poe. The play will be presented as a "thinking man's haunted house," with rooms in the theater being taken over by different individuals, each presenting a take on Poe's themes. Fear opens tonight and runs on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7:30pm through October 31. Tickets are $15 ($10 for seniors/students) or pay-what-you-can on Thursday nights. See the Neo-Futurist Website for details and to purchase tickets. Neo-Futurarium: 5153 N. Ashland (at Foster). (773) 275-5255.
Baby Pictures @ Pivot
Green boutique Pivot (1101 W. Fulton Market) celebrates the launch of their Pivot Baby line featuring local designer Chapter One Organics with a B.Y.O.B. Photo Day (that last "B" stands for "baby" this time) on Saturday September 26th from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Organic loving youngsters are invited to attend a professional photograph session and enjoy treats provided by Bleeding Heart Organic Bakery and Gourmet Gorilla Kids. Portrait appointments are limited so please email pivot@pivotboutique to schedule a session. Participants are kindly asked for a $5 donation to the Tennis Opportunity Program and will receive store wide discounts with any baby purchase. For more information, visit their website or call 312 243-4754.
Extra Golden @ Hideout
Extra Golden brings its wonderful, danceable, joyous music straight out of Nairobi and directly to Chicago's Hideout for two nights of intimate performances this weekend. Pick up a copy of their latest on Thrill Jockey records Thank You Quickly while you're there! Endless Boogie opens. The Hideout is located at 1354 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago. (773) 227-4433. Show starts at 9pm. Tickets $12.
1154 Lill Handbag Sale
Every handbag lover needs a dream--in this case, the annual 1154 Lill handbag sample sale, which will take place today at their 1511 West 38th St warehouse. Discounts from 50-80% will be had on their bags, and the event runs 8am-noon. I'll be there with bells on, so that they can hear me coming and move aside.
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
The fifth annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts takes place today and tomorrow on Broadway Avenue, just north of Belmont. Over 160 juried artists will be showing work in almost every genre and medium you can think of. Food, entertainment, and activities for the kids will also be available. The fest is open from 10am to 5pm and admission is free.
Banned Books Read-Out
Celebrate all books that have been banned or challenged with the American Library Association's Banned Books Read-Out. Author Chris Crutcher will host the authors of six of the most challenged books of 2008 and City Lit Theatre Company, along with Chicago Public Library Readers' Theatre, will perform work from frequently challenged authors. Free at 12pm in Bughouse Square across from the Newberry Library (60 W. Walton). Call 800-545-2433 for questions and information.
Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out
It's a a win-win: you eat, and the needy eat. Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out helps combat childhood hunger in America when you dine out. Restaurants such as Carnivale, Corner Bakery, Salpicon, Tizi Melloul, Cafe Spiaggia, Lawry's and Flatwater are some of the restaurants who will donate a portion of their sales to the cause. Last night!
Down @ The Fuel Room
Down performs with Melvins, Weedeater and Evil Army tonight at The Fuel Room: 481 Peterson Rd, Libertyville, IL. 7pm. Tickets are $26.
Daniel Burnham Scavenger Hunt
Gather up a team of four and head out on a Daniel Burnham Scavenger Hunt, sponsored by Chicago Public Radio's series Chicago Matters: Beyond Burnham. The game will be comprised of three hunts taking place simultaneously in the Loop, the South Loop and Hyde Park today starting at 11am. $20/team.
Todd Stein @ Green City Market
Todd Stein of Cibo Matto/Roof at the Wit will give a cooking demonstration today at 10:30am at the Green City Market, Stockton and LaSalle Drives.
