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NPHS 2010 Wine Fest
Sat., Sept. 11, 4-7 p.m.
773-631-4633Drink Events
The Norwood Park Historical Society is getting ready to host its fourth annual Wine Fest, a one-of-a-kind extravaganza of food and wine at Chicago’s oldest home. This year’s theme is “Everyday Wines,” a celebration of wines for every occasion. Guests can meander through the spectacular grounds of the Noble-Seymour Crippen House in Norwood Park and enjoy unlimited tastings, food and entertainment. The event also will feature a silent auction and the opportunity to purchase “Instant Wine Cellar” raffle tickets to start or complement your current collection. 50.00
Ex Ovo Omnia, or What Came First
Reception 9/24, 5-8 PM. 9/20-10/24.Galleries: Openings & Receptions
Oil paintings by Eileen Meindl O'Hagan.
$12.95 all-you-can-eat BBQ ribs, $3 domestic bottles
Mondays, 5 p.m. 773-348-8899Food Events
$12.95 all-you-can-eat BBQ ribs, $7 thin-crust cheese pizza with one topping, $3 domestic bottles, $4 all wines by the glass, $6 4 Rebels cocktails
After the Wars: Stories and Images of America's Veterans
Ongoing, 5 p.m. 312-948-4746Galleries
After the Wars highlights the common threads that run throughout the lives of ten veterans from military engagements ranging from World War II to the present Afghanistan conflict and showcases the unique experiences that speak of our countrys military, its wars, politics and identity.
The exhibit opens on July 2 and runs daily from July 3 - 16. Hours: Mondays Fridays, 12 to 4 p.m.; Wednesday evening, 6-8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Audio stories from After the Wars will be broadcast weekly on WBEZ 91.5 FM through August. More information at www.wbez.org/afterthewars.
Free & open to the public
Athletic Strength
Tuesdays, 8 p.m., Thursdays, 5:30 a.m. and Mondays, 4 p.m. Continues through Oct. 4 773-878-9936Other Stuff
Achieve your athletic strength: run, strengthen and stretch. The focus of the course will be on speed, strength, balance, core and flexibility. Workouts will include track work, kettlebells, TRX training and plyometrics. Taught by Leslie Mras, Donna Schober and Maki Uechi. 6-week sessions. Members $60 / Nonmembers $85
The Absolute Best Friggin' Time of Your Life
Open run: Tue-Thu 8 PM, Fri-Sat 8 and 11 PM, Sun 7 PM 312-337-3992Improv/Sketch
Second City's 34th revue, directed by Billy Bungeroth. See Steve Heisler's in-depth review. $22-$27
Scissor Sisters, Sammy Jo, Casey Spooner
Thu., Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m.Rock, Pop, Etc
Scissor Sisters' latest, Night Work (Universal), is at its best when it goes heavy into classic disco—unrepentant glitter and gnashing 4/4 hi-hat stomp—and then lays on the Scissters' trademark high camp. The second single off the album, "Any Which Way," is a club anthem, calling out to folks both queer and straight; front man Jake Sheers gives the Gibbs brothers a run for their falsetto and Ana Matronic deadpans lyrics about wanting a supertan man to take her and do her anywhere, including in front of her parents. This is the band's magic: mocking the club scene and sending up club tracks while effortlessly cranking out body music that sets a dance floor grinding. Sammy Jo and Casey Spooner open. Sammy Jo, the band's tour DJ, also spins at a 10 PM afterparty at Berlin (954 W. Belmont) with Young Josh. 18+. $35
Improv(e) Humanity
Thu 9/2, 9:30 PMImprov/Sketch
Cameron Esposito hosts a fund-raiser with comedy by Ken Barnard and Fart City and music by Courageous Rue. A portion of the proceeds benefits the American Cancer Society. $12
Let Freedom Swing
5:30 PMMiscellaneous
Jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis joins Chicago Tribune critic Howard Reich to mark the release of Reich's new book Let Freedom Swing: Collected Writings on Jazz, Blues, and Gospel. It's a rare public interview for Lewis, who recently turned 75; he celebrates the following day with a performance at the Chicago Jazz Festival (Fri 9/3, 8:30 PM, Millennium Park).
Nerd Fest Labor Day Party
Thu 9/2, 7 PMOther Stuff
Nerds at Heart hosts an appreciation party for "brainy" hetero and LGBTQ singles, with role-playing, video, Wii, and card games, comedy performances, and more. $10 in advance, $20 at the door
Starland Kids Open House
Thu., Sept. 2, 10 a.m. (847)914-9100Other Stuff
Join us at Starland Kids for the open house to get acquainted with the staff, facility, and more
Macs Features Tailgate Specials on all Bears Preseason Game Days
Thu., Sept. 2, 4 p.m. 773-782-4400Drink Events, Food Events
In addition to the regular daily deals, Macs offers $12 Shock Top Belgian White pitchers, $9 Bud Light pitchers and half-price chicken wings on all preseason game days. Specials are offered Aug. 14, Aug. 21, Aug, 28 and Sept. 2.
Chicago Jazz Festival: Jim Wagner's All-Stars featuring Willie Pickens, Ari Brown, Jimmy Ellis, and others; Miyumi Project Big Band; Jodie Christian Quintet
Thu., Sept. 2, 12 p.m.Fairs & Festivals
Visit the Reader's guide to the Chicago Jazz Festival.
Friends of Downtown
Thu., Sept. 2, 12:15 p.m.Lectures
UIC urban policy and planning assistant prof Rachel Weber discusses Tax Increment Financing and Chicago Development.
