August 18, 2008

Smells Like Teen Spirit

Frankie’s on the Park Store Opens

If shopping were a sport, your teen would be head cheerleader.

Together you’ll root for Frankie’s on the Park, a new store crammed with gear for girls and boys ages 8 to 18.

Scope out groovy fashions (Genetic’s colored denim, Ali Ro’s mini party frocks, Aviator Nation’s hoodies) or watch music videos and play Xbox.

At the Graffiti Bar, kids can customize tees, scarves, and totes with more than 250 transfers and designs.

It all deserves spirit fingers.

Frankie’s on the Park, 2322 North Clark Street, at Belden Avenue (773-248-0400 or frankiesonthepark.com).

POSE
Zozo for Kids Charity Photo Event
What: Ten-to fifteen-minute sessions with photographer Olivia Leigh ($50, including print) take place in store, with proceeds going to 826CHI.
Why: Snap to it.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 5137 N. Clark St., at W. Foster Ave. To book, call 773-506-6120.

SEE
De la Oreja al Corazón
What: Spanish (with English subtitles) puppet play about an orphan who discovers the power of music.
Why: No strings attached.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 3 p.m.
Where: The Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., at Randolph St. Tickets at 312-443-3800 or online at goodmantheatre.org.

EAT
Corks & Crayons
What: Special family dinner (mini crab cakes, tandoori chicken kabobs, pizza) raises funds for Purple Asparagus.
Why: Fun by the forkful.
When: Sun., 4-7 p.m.
Where: Webster’s Wine Bar, 1480 W. Webster Ave., at Clybourn Ave. (773-868-0608). Tickets online at brownpapertickets.com.