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| Jul 29th, 2010 (Thu) -- Sep 2nd, 2010 (Thu) |
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Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz
The celebrated Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz series returns to Millennium Park featuring Chicago’s leading jazz artists across the spectrum of jazz—from Latin to Big Band to experimental sounds—and includes world premiere commissions, international collaborations and centennial celebrations. Presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, the Jazz Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park, the free weekly series begins Thursday, July 29 and closes September 2, 2010.
Every Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz concert kicks off with a short set by young, aspiring musicians from Chicago-area high schools as part of the Jazz Institute of Chicago’s Jazz Links Student Ensembles.
Millennium Park, Pritzker Pavillion
N. Michigan Ave. & E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60602
www.millenniumpark.org |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Chicago Jazz Festival
The great composer/bandleader Duke Ellington died in the summer of 1974. Just a few weeks later, several dozen Chicago musicians held a festival to honor him, at the old bandshell at the south end of Grant Park. Ten thousand music lovers came, marking the first of what would become annual memorial concerts that drew crowds of up to 30,000. Then in 1978, musicians working with Chicago's Council of Fine Arts held the first John Coltrane Memorial Concert in Grant Park, another popular success. The next year the Jazz Institute of Chicago began planning its own August festival. That meant that three different groups of jazz people were working to present concerts at the end of August.
The Mayor's Office of Special Events proposed the solution: Get together to create the first Chicago Jazz Festival. It had an Ellington night, a Coltrane night, and five other programs organized by the Jazz Institute and it was held at the new Petrillo Music Shell. And 125,000 people came to listen, dance, picnic on the grass, and enjoy the birth of what was to become the most extensive free jazz festival in the world. Every year since then the Chicago Jazz Festival has been held on the week before Labor Day. The Mayor's Office of Special Events coordinates it and the Jazz Institute programs it. |
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Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Location: Millennium Park, Chicago
Each Sunday this summer, you can take a 20 minute guided walk and learn about the Garden's design, its native plants and how it all applies to the home garden. Led by Lurie Garden volunteers.
May 9 - September 19, Sundays from 10AM-1:30PM
There will be no guided walk on Sunday, July 4
More info at www.millenniumpark.org |
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Central American Parade
The Central American Parade will take place on Sept. 5th on Montrose Ave. from California to Kimball.
Starts @ 12 noon.
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 10th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
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Windy City Wine Festival
The Windy City Wine Festival is a two day showcase of international and domestic wines, celebrity chefs and live music.
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 10th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
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German-American Fest
Celebrate German culture and enjoy brats, beer and brass bands in a lively setting. Visit the Chamber booth for refreshments and snacks. Come on Saturday, September 11th at 2:00pm to enjoy the annual Von Steuben Day Parade. The parade steps of at Lincoln and Belle Plaine and finishes in front of the festival grounds at Western and Leland.
Lincoln Square
N. Lincoln Avenue & W. Leland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Renegade Craft Fair
The Renegade Craft Fair is a large-scale DIY event featuring hundreds of independent artists and their unique handmade items. RCF is held in cities across the US every year - including Brooklyn, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles & Austin. The fair is known for being one of the first events of its kind, and for having the top-notch indie-craft artists and designers who travel from all over the map to participate.
Each individual fair draws hundreds of applicants and tens of thousands of shoppers. All the fairs are juried, so that only the best arts + crafts are available. At RCF you’ll find all sorts of cool
handmade stuff – including clothing, housewares, posters + prints, plush items, ceramics, jewelry, stationery + more. The fairs also feature choice local eateries, marching bands, entertainers, dj’s, raffles, workshops, photobooths and other festivities!
www.explorechicago.org |
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79th Street Renaissance Festival
The 79th Street Renaissance Festival is an annual, family-friendly festival with clowns, petting zoo, face painting, performers, basketball tournament, and senior luncheon. 100+ Vendors and 6,000 people participate in the popular event every year – be one of them this year!
www.explorechicago.org |
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Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Location: Millennium Park, Chicago
Each Sunday this summer, you can take a 20 minute guided walk and learn about the Garden's design, its native plants and how it all applies to the home garden. Led by Lurie Garden volunteers.
May 9 - September 19, Sundays from 10AM-1:30PM
There will be no guided walk on Sunday, July 4
More info at www.millenniumpark.org |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) -- Oct 13th, 2010 (Wed) |
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Romeo and Juliet
Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier, Chicago, -
Pure and hot, passionate and true—the feverish intensity of youth explodes on CST's stage in the most celebrated love story of all time.
www.chicagoshakes.com |
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City Lights at Night Bike Tour
Meet at Bobby's Bike Hike, 465 N. McClurg Ct., Chicago, -
Bike through Chicago's most attractive hotspots at night and see jaw-dropping vantage points of the scintillating skyline
chicagobikes.org |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
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Door and Hardware Institute - 35th Annual Conference and Exposition
September 17-25, 2010 at the Navy Pier
www.dhi.org
"DHI’s 35th Annual Conference and Exposition in Chicago this September has sustainability as a theme, regarding both “green” construction as well as how it applies to our industry’s businesses. As non-residential construction slowly follows the general economy out from one of the worst recessions in our nation’s history, sustainability of our companies — especially our distributors — is essential to help provide the correct products for life safety and security in support of this new construction activity.
Come to Chicago and we will provide you with the critical information you need to ensure that your business is sustainable, and also to understand the crucial elements of green construction as it applies to our industry. Building on the well-received and considerable changes to our event schedule last year in Orlando, we have further tailored this year’s program and schedule to best maximize your time and investment at this essential industry event." |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
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Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival
This vibrant Latin music festival showcases local, national and international talent in the various Latin music genres that include salsa, reggaeton, mariachi, norteña, Spanish pop y más. Many artists are Grammy award winners and nominees.
Millennium Park
N. Michigan Ave. & E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60602
Time: 11am-9pm
www.explorechicago.org |
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Oyster Festival
Although autumn doesn't officially start until September 22, Chicagoans can usher in the change of seasons at the Oyster Fest on Saturday, September 18. Proceeds benefit the Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.
As its name implies, plenty of oysters and great beer--plus mix in a stellar music lineup--will be on the day's menu for the annual fest that will be held 2000 W. Roscoe (at Damen) in Chicago's Roscoe Village neighborhood.
www.explorechicago.org |
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Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Lurie Garden Guided Walk
Location: Millennium Park, Chicago
Each Sunday this summer, you can take a 20 minute guided walk and learn about the Garden's design, its native plants and how it all applies to the home garden. Led by Lurie Garden volunteers.
May 9 - September 19, Sundays from 10AM-1:30PM
There will be no guided walk on Sunday, July 4
More info at www.millenniumpark.org |
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Chicago's Historic Route 66 Classic Car Show
This is Chicago's only Classic car show on Historic Route 66 "The Mother Road". Great Food and Fun Games and raffles for the Entire Family.
There's a 50/50, Raffle Door Prizes, Goody Bags & over 20 trophies for car participants. Show off your Classic Ride or come see the Nostalgic Cars from the Past
North Lawndale
3800 West Ogden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60623
Time:12-5pm
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) -- Oct 3rd, 2010 (Sun) |
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Rock of Ages
Bank of America Theatre, 18 W. Monroe, Chicago, -
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl meets a big city rocker and, in LA’s most famous rock club, they fall in love to the greatest songs of the 80s in this Broadway smash hit.
www.broadwayinchicago.com |
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24th Annual Entrepreneurial Woman's Conference
It is our pleasure to invite you and your colleagues to the 24th Annual Entrepreneurial Woman’s Conference, Women’s Business & Buyers Mart, the oldest conference and business opportunities fair for women in business in the country, and the premier event for women business owners in the Midwest. This year’s conference will be held September 22, 2010 at McCormick Place-West in Chicago. Please take note of our new location for this year’s event.
This year’s event offers women business owners solutions to the current problems they are facing and the opportunity to increase the profitability of their businesses by building relationships with corporate and government buyers, business experts, and other women business owners.
www.wbdc.org |
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The Obama Bike Tour
5020 S. Cornell Ave., Chicago, -
Discover President Obama’s gorgeous Chicago neighborhood during a gorgeous ride through Historic Hyde Park and Kenwood
chicagobikes.org |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Oktoberfest Chicago
Enjoy beer, brats, music and fun at one of the original premier festivals in Chicago.
Located in the Lakeview neighborhood, St. Alphonsus was founded by German immigrants in 1882, and continues to recognize its German roots by celebrating an authentic Oktoberfest every September.
September 24-26, 2010
starevents.com |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 30th, 2010 (Thu) |
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World Music Festival 2010
World Music Festival: Chicago 2010 returns September 24-30, 2010.
The 11th Annual World Music Festival: Chicago 2009 took place September 18 – 24, 2009. World Music Festival: Chicago is a multi-venue, one-week festival showcasing both traditional and contemporary music from diverse cultures across the world. The festival line-up fetures over 50 events including live radio broadcasts and a mix of free and ticketed concerts presented in museums, parks, cultural centers, plazas, theaters, music stores, clubs and other venues throughout Chicago.
For more information, call the World Music Festival: Chicago 2009 hotline at 312.742.1938.
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Oktoberfest Chicago
Join us for beer, brats, music and fun at St. Alphonsus' seventh Annual Oktoberfest, one of the original premier festivals in Chicago! Located in the South Lakeview neighborhood, St. Alphonsus was founded by German immigrants in 1882, and continues to recognize its German roots by celebrating an authentic Oktoberfest.
www.explorechicago.org |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Chicago Gourmet Festival
A celebration of the excellence in Chicago's food, wine and culinary arts.
Location: Millennium Park
www.illinoisrestaurants.org |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Chicago Gourmet 2010
This fall, the Illinois Restaurant Association proudly presents Chicago Gourmet 2010 - A Celebration of Food & Wine. One of the nation's most anticipated culinary events, this interactive, epicurean extravaganza will showcase over 100 of Chicago's finest restaurants and chefs, as well as hundreds of renowned vintners, spirit makers and premium breweries from around the world. It will also feature a plethora of live cooking demonstrations, gourmet tastings, wine seminars, and book-signings by internationally-renowned chefs, master sommeliers and wine makers. Guests are also invited to enjoy the Dine Around series which offers unique dining experiences and sensational value at participating Chicago Gourmet restaurants.
Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60602
www.chicagogourmet.org |
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Apple Fest
Apples by the bushel, cider by the gallon. Welcome fall with everyone's favorite fruit. Enjoy live music, children's games, cooking classes, tastings, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables and specialty vendors.
Time: 8am-5pm
Lincoln Square - Giddings Plaza
N. Lincoln Ave. & W. Giddings St.
Chicago, IL 60625 |
| Sep 27th, 2010 (Mon) -- Sep 30th, 2010 (Thu) |
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| Sep 29th, 2010 (Wed) -- Nov 27th, 2010 (Sat) |
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The Lion King
Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph, Chicago, -
After five years, this blockbuster returns to thrill audiences with the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands, and an unforgettable score.
www.broadwayinchicago.com |
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