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Temple of Boobs: An Indiana Jones Burlesque

Date: Fri., Jan. 18, 10:30 p.m.

Theater

A female cast performs a burlesque parody of the "Indiana Jones" adventure flicks in which a sacred statue -- and the reputation of a dishonored village goddess... READ MORE

Chicago Cultural Center Tour

Date: Wed., May. 29, 1:15 p.m.

Chicago Cultural Center

Kids & Family

Meet in the Randolph Street lobby for a guided tour of the historic building, unveiled in 1897 as the Chicago Public Library, which offers a glimpse of the wor... READ MORE

Game Night

Date: Tue., May. 28, 6:30 p.m.

Cat and Mouse Game Store

Other

Bring your own game to play or try something from the store's extensive library. READ MORE

The Book of Mormon

Date: Sat., May. 25, 2 p.m.

Bank of America Theatre

Theater

This Tony Award-winning musical satire by Trey Parker and Matt Stone ("South Park") and Robert Lopez ("Avenue Q") follows the misadventures of two missionaries ... READ MORE

Lollapalooza 2013

Date: Fri., Aug. 2, 12 p.m.

Grant Park

Concert

The annual 3-day music festival in Grant Park features headliners such as Mumford and Sons, Vampire Weekend and The Killers, among dozens of other big acts perf... READ MORE

Chicago Critical Mass Monthly Bike Ride

Date: Fri., May. 31, 5:30 p.m.

Daley Plaza

Recreation

Join fellow bikers on the last Friday of each month, regardless of season or weather. The ride starts at Daley Plaza. READ MORE

Chattingers: Graphic Novel Book Club

Date: Wed., May. 29, 7 p.m.

Challengers Comics

Other

Discuss a selected graphic novel with other enthusiasts. Purchase not required but a 20 percent discount is offered for the featured book. READ MORE

Wired Fridays

Date: Fri., May. 31, 12:15 p.m.

Chicago Cultural Center

Concert

A lunchbreak dance party series in the Randolph Cafe features local and national DJs and electronic musicians. READ MORE

Monday Night Live

Date: Mon., May. 27, 7:30 p.m.

Petterino's

Bar/Club

Comedienne and vocalist Denise McGowan Tracy and music director Beckie Menzie host a cabaret-style singers' open mic. A rotating roster of professional and emer... READ MORE

Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Marathon

Date: Sun., Jul. 21, 6:30 a.m.

Grant Park

Recreation

Run a half marathon (13.1 miles) or a mini marathon (approximately 3 miles) through the streets of Chicago. Race course features local bands and cheer squads. R... READ MORE

Uncaged

Date: Tue., May. 28, 9 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Comedy

The Gorilla Tango Improv Zoo house teams perform a show based on audience suggestions. READ MORE

Teenage Dream

Date: Wed., May. 29, 7:30 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Theater

The parody of teen movies features nerds with magical powers, girls with a double life and jocks that break out into perfectly choreographed musical numbers. READ MORE

Brooksday

Date: Fri., Jun. 7, 9 a.m.

Chicago Cultural Center

Literature

Celebrate the life and work of poet Gwendolyn Brooks on her birthday with a marathon reading of her work. Youth, other poets, actors, teachers, political leader... READ MORE

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: David Cross & His Super Duper Pals

Date: Thu., Jun. 13

The Chicago Theatre

Comedy

The actor, best known for playing Tobias Funke on "Arrested Development, performs with fellow comedians Paul F. Tompkins, Brian Posehn and Doug Benson. READ MORE

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Seth Meyers

Date: Fri., Jun. 14, 7:30 p.m.

The Chicago Theatre

Comedy

The "Saturday Night Live" star performs with "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" correspondent Al Madrigal and former "30 Rock" writer Hannibal Buress. READ MORE

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Bob Newhart

Date: Sat., Jun. 15, 7 p.m.

The Chicago Theatre

Comedy

The Grammy-, Emmy- and Peabody-winning star of "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart" performs. READ MORE

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Bill Maher

Date: Sun., Jun. 16, 7:30 p.m.

The Chicago Theatre

Comedy

The political commentator and host of HBO's "Real Time" performs. READ MORE

Holy Bouncing Boobies! A Batman Burlesque

Date: Sat., Jun. 1, 11:59 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Other

Batman and Robin go on a mission to save Batgirl from the Riddler in this sexy parody. READ MORE

$5 Funny

Date: Mon., Jun. 3, 8 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Comedy

The hour-long sketch show features entertainment from Outside Kay, improv from Switch Committee, sketch comedy from Dog's Best Friend and storytelling from Bedt... READ MORE

The Casuals

Date: Sun., Jul. 7, 7 p.m.

Chicago DCA Storefront Theater

Theater

Jackalope Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Chance Bone and Andrew Swanson's play about a once-beloved military radio host who is forced to confron... READ MORE

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Temple of Boobs: An Indiana Jones Burlesque

Chicago Cultural Center Tour

Game Night

The Book of Mormon

Lollapalooza 2013

Chicago Critical Mass Monthly Bike Ride

Chattingers: Graphic Novel Book Club

Wired Fridays

Monday Night Live

Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Marathon

Uncaged

Teenage Dream

Brooksday

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: David Cross & His Super Duper Pals

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Seth Meyers

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Bob Newhart

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Bill Maher

Holy Bouncing Boobies! A Batman Burlesque

$5 Funny

The Casuals