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Friday, February 01, 2013
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Bud, Not Buddy| Chicago |
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Bud, Not Buddy follows the journey of a young African-American orphan as he searches for his father. Clues kept in a suitcase lead him to adventures in Depression-era Michigan, where he finds community among a group of jazz musicians and, ultimately, an unexpected sense of home. Performances are Jan. 12-Feb. 24, 2013.
Where: Chicago Children’s Theatre
Ages: Elementary, Tweens
Hip-Hop Aesop III: Jazzed, Bopped and Beat-Boxed| Chicago |
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This third installment continues the marriage of classic literature to music. Students will be introduced to Blues concepts along with other contemporary music. Playwright J. e Franklin reconstructs timeless fables about morals and values that stimulate critical thinking in a setting filled with music, fun, and laughter. Showtimes are 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday from Oct. 29-June 14. Summer performances are June 24-Aug. 2.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
It Shoudda Been Me| Chicago |
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Teenage DeShawn goes from making exceptional to poor grades in a matter of months due to the violent death of his best friend and the break-up of his family. Presented in collaboration with the University of Chicago Urban Health Initiative, this performance examines the need to recognize signs of depression in youth due to family disintegration and violence. Performances run Oct. 29-June 14.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
When: 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
Daddy Daughter Dance| Chicago |
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Have a magical night with dinner, dancing and fun. Dancing and DJ-led games will follow dessert.
Where: Monastero’s Ristorante
When: 6-9 p.m.
Ages: Elementary, Tweens
Cost: $90 couple, $75 resident couple
Girls Scouts "Girls Night Out"| Chicago |
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Enjoy dancing, snacks, games, fun, and giveaways. Contact Carmen Colyer, ccolyer@girlscoutsgcnwi.org or (708) 658-2326.
Where: Journey World
When: 7-9 p.m.
Ages: Tweens
Cost: $12
Annual Princess Ball| Glenview |
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Lovely gowns, music, dancing and refreshments enhance the magical atmosphere.
Where: Glenview Park District Park Center
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 1; 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 2
Ages: Preschool, Elementary, Tweens
Cost: $25, $23 resident
Arts and Crafts| Chicago |
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Class promotes sensory integration with various textures and visual sensory.
Where: Vittum Park - Special Recreation Programming
When: 3-5 p.m.
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: Free
Special Olympic Training| Chicago |
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Seasonal sport training and competition in gymnastics, basketball and track.
Where: Vittum Park - Special Recreation Programming
When: 5-7 p.m. and noon-3 p.m.
Ages: Tweens, Teens
Cost: $15 for ten weeks
















