Chicago - June 04, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Start the weekend on a high note.

HEAR
Chicago Music Project Show
What: The music website puts together a live gig headlined by electro-rockers Hey Champ. Also playing: Kid Static, Romi Lovel, and Lovers in Arms.
Why: Local talent gets its due.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Double Door, 1572 N. Milwaukee Ave., at North Ave. (773-489-3160). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

BID
Friends of Pritzker School’s Community Art Project
What: Extraordinary birdhouses created by local artists and architects are auctioned to raise bucks for Wicker Park’s Pritzker School.
Why: They’ll put the money toward a spanking-new playground.
When: Sat., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Wesley Kimler Studio, 2046 W. Carroll Ave., b/t Damen & Hoyne Aves.

SEE
Sam Shoots
What: What are memories? Sam Rosen (of genius design collective The Post Family) attempts an answer by exhibiting and selling 1,000 personal photos.
Why: He shoots; you score.
When: Thru June 26. Opens Fri., 6 p.m.-midnight. By appointment only.
Where: The Family Room, 1821 W. Hubbard St., b/t Wood St. & Wolcott Ave., ste. 202 (312-265-6406).

FLEX
Yogaview Division
What: New offshoot of the popular yoga studio operates on a pay-what-you-can basis for drop-in classes (prenatal, Ashtanga, gentle yoga, more).
Why: Stretch yourself, not your dollar.
When: Classes offered daily; check the schedule at yogaview.com.
Where: 1745 W. Division St., at Hermitage Ave. (773-342-9642).

READ
What: Grab a copy of Jean Thompson’s wonderful new collection of short stories, Do Not Deny Me. Hear her speak and have her sign your book.
Why: Pages 176-201.
When: Fri., 7:30 p.m. & Sat., 11:45 a.m.
Where: Fri., Book Cellar, 4736 N. Lincoln Ave., at Giddings St. (773-293-2665); Sat., Chicago Tribune Printers Row Lit Fest, University Center, 525 S. State St., Park/Fountain rms., at Congress Pkwy.

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