April 28, 2008

Kid Rock

Rattle-n-Roll Birth Announcements

Mosh pits. Stage divers. The token drunk ex-hippie who shouts “Freebird!”

Note to self: Keep baby away from concerts.

But make his/her debut a bona fide newbornpalooza with a birth announcement from Rattle-n-Roll. Created to resemble band gig posters, the announcements are made by California graphic designer Ryan Loyko and wife Andrea and feature custom illustrations of your little bundle.

E-mail a photo (plus name, birth date, and weight) and select one of five templates. Loyko will draw a portrait, e-mail you a proof, and you’re ready to rock. Announcements are printed as full-color, one-sided handbills and come with two full-size posters.

Perfect for handing out to groupies everywhere.

Available online at rattle-n-roll.com.

PLAY
Day Frog 
What: New pay-by-the-day indoor rec center features tube slides, train table, art corner, ride-on toys, and more.
Why: Make the leap.
When: Mon.-Wed., 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Thurs. & Sat., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 233 E. Erie St., at St. Clair St., Downtown (312-642-8400).

HEAR
Peter and the Wolf 
What: Chicago Symphony Orchestra concert uses mime and music to introduce the classic story to tykes.
Why: Take a walk on the wild side.
When: Sat., 11 a.m. & 12:45 p.m.
Where: Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan Ave., at Adams St., Loop (312-294-3000).

SEE
Aladdin 
What: Hour-long family musical about the wish-granting genie.
Why: It’s a whole new world.
When: Fri.-July 11.
Where: Emerald City Theatre Company, at Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave., at Wrightwood Ave., Lincoln Park. Tickets at 773-935-6100 or online at ticketmaster.com.