Chicago - July 02, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Stay out ’til the dawn’s early light.

HEAR
The Horse’s Ha Record Release Show
What: Chicago band plays dreamy folk-pop from its debut album, Of the Cathmawr Yards.
Why: Wild horses won’t keep you away.
When: Fri., 10 p.m.
Where: Schubas Tavern, 3159 N. Southport Ave., at Belmont St. Tickets online at schubas.com.

EAT
Little Bucharest Bistro
What: The rustic Romanian eatery is back — this time with chef André Christopher (Japonais, The Grocery Bistro).
Why: Things old (stuffed cabbage) and new (goulash-style short ribs).
When: Sun.-Fri., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 5 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: 3661 N. Elston Ave., at Spaulding St. (773-604-8500).

SIP
Healthy Living Menu at Park Hyatt
What: Wake up to organic smoothies and juices concocted by Brazilian nutritionist Patricia Teixeira.
Why: You thirst for De-tox Juice (watermelons, grapes, mint).
When: Daily, 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: NoMI, 800 N. Michigan Ave., at Chicago Ave. (312-239-4030).

TASTE
Carnivale’s Farmers Market Lunch
What: Chef Mark Mendez scours the Green City Market and creates three-course meals with his fresh finds.
Why: Never the same thing twice.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: 702 W. Fulton Market, at N. Halsted St. (312-850-5005).

SEE
Earth: TTFN?!
What: Sci-fi comedy about vengeful aliens relies on audience suggestions to steer the action.
Why: You love a space case.
When: Wed.-Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 7:30 & 10:30 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.
Where: Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave., b/t Belden & Webster Aves. Tickets at 773-404-7336 or online at greenhousetheater.org.

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