June 28, 2010 Events

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28 All Day Event
Contemporary Sculptures from China
Repeats weekly until 11/30/10

Through October.

Boeing Galleries, Millenium Park

Representing the current stage of contemporary Chinese art, the four large sculptures, never before seen in the Unites States, bring the global conversation into one of Chicago's most popular public spaces.

http://www.millenniumpark.org/parkevents/event.aspx?id=884
All Day Event
Physics of Light: Abstract Paintings by Victor Lopez
Repeats bi-weekly until 06/30/10

The Library is proud to present the latest series of acrylic paintings and works on paper by Chicago born artist Victor Lopez. be captivated by these colorful and complex works, which represent a new direction for the artist. The artist describes his work as "inspired by the chaos of life and the process of creating order."

Where:

Harold Washington Library Center

(North Exhibit Case, 8th fl)

400 S. State Street, 60605

(312) 747-4300

Cost: Free

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Taste of Chicago
Repeats daily until 07/04/10

Taste of Chicago

Chicago’s tremendous array of culinary delights are located in one place at the ten-day lakefront festival where food choices range from ethnic to exotic to Chicago specialties.

Interactive Taste of Chicago Map

Dates:

Jun 25, 2010 - Jul 4, 2010

Admission:

FREE Admission into the festival grounds.

FREE Admission to see the concerts at the Petrillo Music Shell.

Food & Beverage Tickets

Food and beverages are sold by tickets only. Tickets are sold in strips of 12 for $8 at the festival, which includes a $2 surcharge that contributes to event amenities including clean up, security and recycling.

Each vendor has the food prices posted on their booth. More than 200 different food items are available at the event, with no food item costing more than 12 tickets “Taste of” portions (smaller offerings of one of the restaurants menu items) are available for 2-4 tickets.

Visa, Mastercard and American Express are accepted at the ticket booths. Positive I.D. is required when making a credit card purchase.

Hours:

11 am - 9 pm Daily

Except Saturday, July 3: 11 am - 7 pm; Sunday, July 4: 11 am - 6 pm

Ticket sales end 30 minutes before the Taste of Chicago closes.

Location:

Main Entrance

Michigan Ave. & Congress Dr.

Chicago, IL 60604

For more information call 312.744.3316

11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Pop Up Art Loop Galleries
Repeats daily until 12/31/10

Pop Up Art Loop Galleries

Discover Art In Unexpected Places

PopUp Art Loop™ transforms empty storefronts in the Loop into a moveable feast of public art galleries, exhibits and studios. A new initiative of Chicago Loop Alliance, Pop-Up Art Loop creates partnerships between artists and property owners, creating temporary gallery space at no cost to the artist in prime Loop locations. Enjoy photography, sculpture, 2D art, video and new media, installations and more. See what's popping up now!

Hours: Galleries are open Monday through Saturday from 11:30am-5:30pm. All galleries are closed on Sundays and Holidays.

Location: 29 E. Madison, 220 South Wabash, and various other locations.

Check www.popupartloop.com for current listing.

Admission: FREE

Website: For more information, please visit www.popupartloop.com
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Broadway In Chicago Concert at Taste of Chicago

Broadway In Chicago Concert at Taste of Chicago

Theatre : Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park, Chicago Illinois

Dates : June 28, 2010

Running time: 90 minutes without intermission

Other information: Concert begins at 6 PM and is free to the public.

Broadway In Chicago, in partnership with the City of Chicago, is pleased to present the annual BROADWAY IN CHICAGO CONCERT AT TASTE OF CHICAGO, a fantastic, FREE event on Monday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park (235 S. Columbus Drive). The BROADWAY IN CHICAGO CONCERT AT TASTE, features some of Broadway’s hottest shows during the city’s legendary Taste of Chicago festival and continues the celebration of Broadway In Chicago’s 10 Year Anniversary.

This year’s concert includes an extraordinary lineup of special performances by the Chicago casts of Billy Elliot the Musical and Million Dollar Quartet, as well as previews of the upcoming Shrek the Musical, Rock of Ages, TRACES and HAIR. Disney’s The Lion King and Wicked, both returning to Chicago later this year, will also perform selections at the concert. Audiences will also catch an exclusive first look at Not Wanted On The Voyage, the American Music Theatre Project’s newest undertaking, performing this summer at Northwestern University.

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Downtown Sound: New Music Mondays
Repeats weekly forever

The popular free series, Downtown Sound: New Music Mondays, returns to Millennium Park for a second summer, featuring an eclectic mix of music discoveries, cutting-edge indie rock, pop bands and rock veterans. Presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Millennium Park, the series expands this year to ten double-bill concerts, beginning Monday, May 24 and closing July 26, 2010.

The free concert series highlights international groups such as Huntsville, Tony Allen and Bomba Estéreo, as well as local favorites including Hum, Hollows, Kid Sister, Via Tania and On Fillmore featuring Nels Cline.

Dates:

May 24, 2010 - Jul 26, 2010

Hours:

See concert listings for specific times (see related events)

or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Location:

Millennium Park

N. Michigan Ave. & E. Randolph St.

Chicago, IL 60606

Admission:

FREE

Website:

For additional information please visit, http://www.millenniumpark.org

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
"Petterino's Monday Night Live" Open Mic Cabaret Showcase
Repeats weekly until 07/29/10

“PETTERINO’S MONDAY NIGHT LIVE”

OPEN MIC CABARET SHOWCASE RETURNS FOR THIRD SEASON

CHICAGO (September 2009) — It is back by popular demand for a third season! The highly-acclaimed “Petterino’s Monday Night Live,” presented every Monday evening at Petterino’s, (151 N. Dearborn St.), located in the heart of the theater district, is co-hosted by Chicago’s very own entertainment guru, Denise McGowan and cabaret artist and musician extraordinaire, Beckie Menzie. This showcase provides a relaxed yet sophisticated environment for established and emerging singers to share their talent and a nightspot for Chicagoans and tourists to experience true cabaret at its finest.

Since opening night on September 17, 2007, every week is different and full of its’ own surprises! Guest singers have included such incredible notables as Nan Mason, Sue Conway, Joyce Faison, Ron Hawking, Bernie Allen, Robert Whorton, Jimmy Damon, Denise Tomasello, Tom Michael, Joan Curto, the late John Callaway, Nancy Wood, Frieda Lee, Carla Gordon, Elizabeth Doyle, Tom Michael, Cheri Coons, Robert Sims and Dick Judson. Also joining the ranks of MNL veterans have been principal cast members from Chicago’s production of Jersey Boys and the national touring companies of Mary Poppins, A Chorus Line, Dirty Dancing, Grease, Sweeney Todd, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera and more.

Denise McGowan has been recognized as a Chicago impresario for over 25 years; and Beckie Menzie, whose interpretive and inventive piano stylings rank her among the best nightclub entertainers in the country, accompanies all acts. Guests can enjoy the performance while sipping cocktails and enjoying the classic American cuisine created by Petterino’s Executive Chef Francis Brennan. A lighter menu of appetizers, sandwiches and salads is offered, as well as the full menu. A big hit is the special three-course ‘Seven After Seven” menu, featuring a choice of seven appetizers, seven entrees and seven desserts for $19.95!

“Petterino’s Monday Night Live” begins at 7:30 p.m. with an “open mic” format punctuated with special guest stars from the professional musical community. McGowan and Menzie are on hand each evening at 7 p.m. to meet aspiring performers and begin sign up for the evening. Performances are limited to singing acts. All singers are expected to provide sheet music in their key. Menzie accompanies each act.

A $15 minimum is required for a table at “Monday Night Live.” Reservations are strongly recommended, but not required, and can be made by calling Petterino’s at 312-422-0150. Complimentary valet parking is available.

About Petterino's:

Named after Arturo Petterino, the legendary maitre d' of Chicago's renowned Pump Room, Petterino's specializes in a wide variety of "comfort food" dishes prepared with simple and classic ingredients. A favorite spot for theatergoers and area business workers, Petterino's imparts a sultry air of 1940's glamour and excitement to downtown Chicago in a comfortable, classy atmosphere. Petterino's is open Monday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Complimentary valet parking is available after 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday, and until 1 p.m. on Sundays.

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June 28, 2010 Events

Harold Washington Library Center(North Exhibit Case, 8th fl)400 S. State Street, 60605(312) 747-4300

Broadway In Chicago Concert at Taste of Chicago

Harold Washington Library Center

(North Exhibit Case, 8th fl)

400 S. State Street, 60605

(312) 747-4300