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Who Do We Think We Are?

Date: Sat., May. 18, 8 p.m.

Comedy

The Second City's 100th revue kicks off another election cycle by diving into the country's increasingly personality driven political system, and celebrating th... READ MORE

A Nude Hope: A Star Wars Burlesque

Date: Sat., May. 18, 9 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Theater

In the burlesque show based on the "Star Wars" movie trilogy, Luke Skywalker is a sexually frustrated farmer who attempts to rescue Princess Leia with the help ... READ MORE

Farmers market: Northfield

Date: Sat., May. 25, 7:30 a.m.

Happ Road and New Trier Court

Shop for fresh produce, plants and flowers, cheese, baked goods, specialty foods and more. Rain or shine. READ MORE

We're All in This Room Together

Date: Sat., May. 18, 8 p.m.

The Second City e.t.c.

Comedy

Songs, sketches and short scenes poke fun at human interactions -- or the lack thereof -- in the age of Facebook, Twitter and other 21st century technology. Rya... READ MORE

The Cat in the Hat

Date: Sun., May. 19, 1 p.m.

Apollo Theater

This Dr. Seuss adaptation follows two children stuck indoors during a rainy afternoon as they are introduced to the mysterious Cat in the Hat. He brings trouble... READ MORE

Post Office singles mixer

Date: Thu., May. 23, 7 p.m.

Durkin's Tavern

Other

This event turns a regular singles mixer into a game called Post Office. Participants are assigned a mailbox number and receive stationary. Guests can write mes... READ MORE

Free Open Mic

Date: Wed., May. 22, 9:30 p.m.

Chemically Imbalanced Theater

Comedy

See local comedians try out new material--or bring your best material and get onstage yourself. READ MORE

Chemically Imbalanced Comedy

Date: Sat., May. 18, 10:30 p.m.

Chemically Imbalanced Theater

Comedy

See performances by a trio of Chicago sketch and improv comedy ensembles. READ MORE

Simply Scotty

Date: Sun., Jun. 2, 7 p.m.

3160-Chicago's Piano & Cabaret

Bar/Club

Local entertainer Scott Gryder performs a humorous cabaret act with piano accompaniment by Nick Sula and special guest singer Freddie The Puppet. READ MORE

Theater Thursday

Date: Thu., May. 23, 6 p.m.

Various locations

Theater

Visit a new Chicagoland play each week with specially priced tickets, a pre-or-post show cocktail and appetizer reception and schmooze time with the cast or cre... READ MORE

The Empire Brings Sexy Back: A Star Wars Burlesque Sequel

Date: Sat., May. 18, 10:30 p.m.

Gorilla Tango Theatre

Theater

A burlesque spoof of Star Wars: Episode V, this production is directed and choreographed by MsPixy. READ MORE

Planet Earth

Date: Sat., Jun. 1, 10 p.m.

Late Bar

Concert

DJ Dave Roberts spins new wave hits. READ MORE

Pal Joey

Date: Sat., May. 18, 8 p.m.

Stage 773

Theater

Based on John O'Hara's book, the classic musical tells the story of a man working in a south side night club who falls for both a young shop girl and a high soc... READ MORE

Thirsty: The Premiere Improv Drinking Party

Date: Sat., May. 18, 10:30 p.m.

Apollo Theater

Comedy

Now in its fifth season, the group of improvisational actors performs original scenes, songs and drinking games based on audience suggestions, lines of dialogue... READ MORE

Taste of Melrose Park

Date: Fri., Aug. 30, 6 p.m.

25th Avenue and Walton Street

The 32nd annual event features more than 70 food items priced at $3 or less, plus kids activities, three stages of entertainment and fireworks. READ MORE

Tea with Edie and Fitz

Date: Sat., May. 18, 7:30 p.m.

The Greenhouse Theater Center

Theater

This play, written and directed by Adam Pasen and produced by the Dead Writers Theatre Collective, chronicles the exchanges between literary icons Edith Wharton... READ MORE

Magic Matinee

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

Theater Wit

Kids & Family

Sean Masterson recreates the late 19th-century Chicago matinees of French magician Herrmann the Great. The show includes sleight-of-hand tricks, illusions and i... READ MORE

Kids in Danger Best Friend Award Night

Date: Thu., May. 23, 6 p.m.

Fulton's on the River

Dining

Enjoy small plates prepared by renowned Chicago chefs, a live and silent auction as well as a raffle while honoring Shawn Kasserman, a trial attorney and father... READ MORE

Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller

Date: Sat., May. 18, 8 p.m.

Royal George Theatre Center

Originally known as "Baby That's Rock n Roll," the production features nearly 40 hits created by the pioneers of rock and roll. READ MORE

Home Run 5K

Date: Sun., Jun. 2, 7:30 a.m.

Schaumburg Baseball Stadium

The race through the parking lot also features a half-mile kids run. READ MORE

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Who Do We Think We Are?

A Nude Hope: A Star Wars Burlesque

Farmers market: Northfield

We're All in This Room Together

The Cat in the Hat

Post Office singles mixer

Free Open Mic

Chemically Imbalanced Comedy

Simply Scotty

Theater Thursday

The Empire Brings Sexy Back: A Star Wars Burlesque Sequel

Planet Earth

Pal Joey

Thirsty: The Premiere Improv Drinking Party

Taste of Melrose Park

Tea with Edie and Fitz

Magic Matinee

Kids in Danger Best Friend Award Night

Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller

Home Run 5K