Chicago - September 08, 2005

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

The weekend has liftoff! You are now free to move about Chicago.

SEE
Laughing Matters: Katrina Relief
What: Four improv theaters perform for the cause.
Why: You’ll be rolling in the aisles.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m.
Where: ComedySportz, 2851 N. Halsted St. (773-549-8080), Thurs.; IO, 3541 N. Clark St. (773-880-0199), Fri.; The Playground, 3209 N. Halsted St. (773-871-3793), Sat.; The Second City, Mainstage, 1616 N. Wells St. (312-337-3992), Sun.

DO
Free Facials
What: Mario Badescu Skincare reps do your dermis a service.
Why: Oops, you lost your under-eye baggage.
When: Fri., noon-6 p.m. (appointment needed).
Where: Raizy, 1944 N. Damen Ave., b/t Armitage Ave. & Cortland St. (773-227-2221).

GO
Pranayama for Pulmonary Research Fundraiser
What: Revive ancient breathing exercises and raise money for the American Lung Association.
Why: Skip duty-free. Try philanthropy.
When: Fri., 6:30-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & 2:30-5 p.m.
Where: Moksha Yoga Riverwest, 700 N. Carpenter St., b/t Milwaukee Ave. & Aberdeen St. (312-942-9642).

Morton Arboretum Children’s Garden
What: Tree houses. Stepping stones. Secret streams. Prairie grasses.
Why: Let little ones spread their wings outside.
When: Sat., 7 a.m.-7 p.m., grand opening; daily, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., thereafter.
Where: 4100 Illinois Rte. 53, at I-88, Lisle (630-968-0074).

F2 Lab Launch
What: New exhibition space showcases mouth-blown glasswork.
Why: Buy first-class sculptures, vases, and light fixtures. Captain’s orders.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., thereafter.
Where: 840 W. Washington Blvd., 2nd fl., at Green St. (312-371-1391).