Events for November 26th, 2009
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Thursday - November 26th
Leisure / Recreation Event
Turkey Trot 8K Run and Walk
Fullerton Parkway and Cannon Drive - 200 W. Fullerton Pkwy. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
9 a.m.
The 32nd annual event is expected to draw as many as 5,000 participants.
Leisure / Recreation Event
Millennium Park Ice Skating
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium Park - 55 N. Michigan Ave. - Chicago (Grant Park Museums)
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Warm up with a few rounds on the outdoor rink.
Events / Community Event
Christkindlmarket Chicago
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington St. - Chicago (Loop)
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
An open-air, German-style market showcases handmade ornaments, accessories, clothing and gifts from more than 50 vendors. Also features German food and drink such as beer, hot spiced wine, potato pancakes, bratwurst, schnitzel, strudel and more.
Theater / Comedy
America: All Better!
The Second City - 1616 N. Wells St. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
The 96th sketch comedy revue takes a look at the effects of the international economic crisis, global warming and adjustment to a new President-elect.
Restaurants / Dining Event
Thanksgiving at NoMI
NoMI - 800 N. Michigan Ave. - Chicago (River North)
11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Chef’s tables feature steamed snow crab claws, applewood-smoked trout, assorted sushi, fennel and apple salad, sweet potatoes, roasted root vegetables, apple streusel tarts, maple panna cotta and much more. Mains served a la carte.
Restaurants / Dining Event
Thanksgiving at Elate
Elate - 111 W. Huron St. - Chicago (River North)
2 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A three-course tasting menu features options such as roasted chestnut soup, herb-roasted turkey and pumpkin pot de creme with chantilly cream. Limited regular menu also available.
Events / Museum Exhibit
Camino a Casa: Coming Home on Day of the Dead
National Museum of Mexican Art - 1852 W. 19th St. - Chicago (Little Tuscany)
Celebrated author Sandra Cisneros (“The House on Mango Street”) created a special ofrenda (altar) for the 23rd annual exhibition, billed the largest of its type in the U.S.
Events / Community Event
Santa's House
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington St. - Chicago (Loop)
Snap a picture with the jolly bearded fellow and tell him what you want for Christmas.
Leisure / Recreation Event
Music Yoga Flow
Exhale Spa - 945 N. State St. - Chicago (Near North Side)
Practice vinyasa ("flow" yoga) poses to the sounds of rock, reggae, hip-hop, blues and world beat. All levels welcome; includes free mat rental.
Restaurants / Dining Event
Thanksgiving at Pelago Ristorante
Pelago Ristorante - 201 E. Delaware Pl. - Chicago (Gold Coast)
Seatings every 30 minutes noon-1 p.m.; 3-4 p.m.
Five-course dinner features organic turkey with trimmings, yam-filled ravioli, pumpkin cake with apple pudding and more. Includes a glass of prosecco and turkey leftovers to take home.
