Thursday, September 1, 2011

Today's Forecast: Mostly Sunny, High 90°F

Chicago Jazz Festival
The city's longest-running lakefront music fest, now in its 33rd year, features local, national and international musicians on several stages.
When: Daily (September 1 through September 4)
Price: Free
Chicago Jazz Festival
Neighborhood: Grant Park Museums
Grant Park, 500 S. Columbus Drive

Trucking Thursday
Local food trucks gather at the new dive bar every week for pairings with Goose Island beer. Also features live music.
When: Thursdays : 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Price: No cover
Ethyl’s Beer and Wine Dive
Neighborhood: West Loop
324 S. Racine Ave

Party in the Park feat. One Sweet Jane, Al Weber Band
A weekly summer series features live music, raffles (8:30 p.m.), $5 Bud Light Lime drafts and $7 lemonade cocktails.
When: September 1 : 4 p.m.
Price: No cover
Park Grill
Neighborhood: Grant Park Museums
11 N. Michigan Ave.

Bikes, Bites & Brews Tou
Sample pizza, hot dogs, cupcakes and beer during a four-hour ride through Wrigleyville, Lakeview and Lincoln Park.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays : 11 a.m. (ends October 31)
Price: $45-$60
Bobby's Bike Hike Kiosk
Neighborhood: Streeterville
465 N. McClurg Ct.

Improvitecture: Giants and Aliens
Local improv comedians lead a walking tour of Chicago and relate humorous conspiracy theories related to the city's architectural wonders.
When:
    September 1 : 1 p.m.
    September 3 : 3 p.m.
    September 22 : 3 p.m.
Price: $20
Millennium Park
Neighborhood: Grant Park Museums
The Bean sculpture, 201 E. Randolph St.


Taste & Trend
Meet emerging local fashion designers at the summer series. Includes two cocktails, appetizers, giveaways and 30 percent off fashions by featured designers.
When: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Price: $20-$25
Wave
Neighborhood: Gold Coast
644 N. Lake Shore Drive

Girls Rock! Chicago Benefit
Bob Nanna, Joe Trohman, Drew Brown, Mark Rose, Dustin Currier and Mike Kinsella perform as The Cure. The Blue Ribbon Glee Club also performs.
When: 7 p.m.
Price: $12-$15
Lincoln Hall, 2424 N. Lincoln Ave
Neighborhood: Sheffield/De Paul

Chicago Fringe Festival Opening Ceremony
Mingle with festival artists and staff and hear live music at this kick-off party. Presented as part of the Chicago Fringe Festival.
When: 6 p.m.
Price: Free ($5 one-time button purchase also required for entry)
Fringe Central, 1714 S. Racine Ave.
Neighborhood: Pilsen/Heart of Chicago/Little Village

Adult Intro to Break
Learn b-boy and b-girl fundamentals including footwork and freezes in this introductory dance class. Choose from either Monday or Thursday sessions.
When: August 29 : 9 p.m. - 10 p.m. classes continue through Oct. 3
Price: $95 for six weeks
Dance Center Chicago, 3868 N. Lincoln Ave.
Neighborhood: North Center

House Dance
Local performer Carlos Morris and b-girl Czarina Mirani add some swag to your dance moves in this six-week beginners' class for adults.
When: September 1 : 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. classes continue through Oct. 6
Price: $95 for six weeks
Dance Center Chicago, 3868 N. Lincoln Ave.
Neighborhood: North Center


Special Event Thursdays
Chicago comedians including Marlon Mitchell, Brian Babylon, Kendall Peterson and George Willborn host a rotating roster of local and national guest comics, stand-up contests and more.
When: Thursdays : 8:30 p.m.
Price: $5-$15 plus a two-drink minimum
Jokes and Notes, 4641 S. King Drive
Neighborhood: Grand Blvd/Oakland / Fuller Park