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25 things to do on 10/18/2008

Open House 12pm
Solar Verde Estates
Solar Verde Estates
9560 S. Marquette Ave.
Chicago
847.291.7658
solarverde.com
Solar Verde Estates Affordable Green Living Introduced in Chicago ”Zero Energy Green Homes” for the Windy City

09.27-10.26
Fall Color Festival
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
630.968.0074
www.mortonarb.org
trees at mortonarb.org
Discover a truly special fall color experience. Behold the breathtaking and picturesque views of the Arboretum as you see the rich hues of gold, purple, magenta, red and orange thoughout the various collections. Participate in fun, family-friendly fall activities ranging from a Scarecrow Trail to a 5K Race.

10.01-10.18
Scavenger Constructs: Site Specific Sculptures
Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College
1104 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL
312.369.6643
www.colum.edu/glasscurtaingallery
Five sculptors use scavenged objects to create art that looks at the balance between humans and nature, order and chaos.

Saturdays 11am-12:15pm
Hatha Yoga
1926 N. Main St.
Wheaton, IL
800.669.1571 x300
theosophical.org
info at theosophical.org
Relax your body, mind and spirit while you enjoy the extraordinary health benefits of yoga designed to help the body rejuvenate and strengthen itself. $12 per class.

10.16-10.29
44th Chicago International Film Festival
AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois Street; AMC 600 N. Michigan 9, 600 N. Michigan Avenue; Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph Drive; Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Avenue
312.332.
www.chicagofilmfestival.com
The 44th Chicago International Film Festival offers moviegoers over 150 of the best new films from around the world. The Festival brings appearances by legendary actors and directors, an impressive film line-up, and several exciting additions, including a “Festival Village” and Green Screen, a new film series showcasing environmental issues.

10.18 9am-5pm
EFT - Full Level 1 - CEU’s
Peaceful Yoga
710 E. Ogden
Naperville, IL
630.544.3121
www.peaceful-yoga.com
contact at peaceful-yoga.com
Full Level 1. Certificate. CEU’s for LCSW and Massage Therapists. Experience full relief for yourself. Learn EFT for your practice.

10.18 9:30am
Liver Wellness Run & Walk
Montrose Harbor, Chicago (4400 N)
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
Annual fundraising event benefits the Illinois chapter of the American Liver Foundation.

10.18 8:30am-4:30pm
Natural Living Conference
Sheraton Crossroads Hotel
1 International Boulevard
Mahwah, New Jersey
877..
www.holisticmoms.org
info at holisticmoms.org
Keynote Speakers: vaccine choice advocate Barbara Loe Fisher, non-toxic living expert Annie B. Bond. Breakout Sessions on stress management, non-violent communication, homeschooling, eco-activities for kids. Exhibit Hall & Silent Auction.

10.18 10am-4pm
Exploring the Opposites Within
The Lakeview Center
800 Gilson Park Dr
Wilmette, IL 60091
847.475.4848
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
A day-long beach-side guided retreat based on the work of Marion Woodman. Pre-registration required.

10.18 9am
Liver Wellness Walk & Fun Run
Montrose Harbor, Chicago
312.377.9030
www.illinois-liver.org
10th annual events benefits the Illinois chapter of the American Liver Foundation.

10.18 9:30am-4:30pm
Relationships ~ Walking The Sacred Path Of Self-Discovery And Love
Coaching For Clarity
1550 Spring Road, Suite 215
Oakbrook, IL 60523
630.655.3923
rhanda at coachingforclarity.org
Whether family, friends or lovers; discover the role relationships play as teaching tools for Life. Bring your questions and personal challenges and be ready to grow. Preregister to rhanda@coachingforclarity.org. Cost $75.

10.18
Samhain/Day of the Dead....Thinking About Persephone
Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N Knox Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630
773.282.7035
www.irishahc.org
info at irishahc.org
A mixed media group show celebrating the festivals, Samhain and Day of the Dead. Both festivals participate in the birth, death and resurrection cycle.

10.18
Echoes of Erin Concert
Irish American Heritage Center
4626 North Knox Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630
773.282.7035
www.irishahc.org
info at irishahc.org
A concert featuring the finest in traditional Irish music, song and dance by the next generation of artists in Ireland.

10.18 2:30pm
Milagro Beanfield War (movie)
Henry George School
28 East Jackson #1004
Chicago, IL 60604
312.362.9302
hgchicago.org/events
hgchicago at pobox.com
Robert Redford, Director (1988). Small Hispanic farmer battles water use laws that favor rich resort developers and ruthless Governor.

10.18 1-5:30pm
Sustainability and Affordable Housing
Evanston Public Library Main Branch (1703 Orrington Avenue) Evanston, Illinois 60201
www.knowledge-empowerment.net
Community discussion on how to reconcile sustainability with sorely-needed affordable housing. Free. Registration required. Sign up at Knowledge Empowerment website.

10.18 7-10pm
Hair Ball--Hair & Fashion Show to Benefit the Cats of Tree House Humane Society
Spin Nightclub, 800 W. Belmont, Chicago, IL 60657
773.784.5488 x238
www.TreeHouseAnimals.org
erin at treehouseanimals.org
A wild, Cats In Space-themed hair fashion show to benefit the cats of Tree House. Emceed by Miss Foozie.

10.18 7-10pm
”Put the Garden to Bed” with NeighborSpace
Rancho Verde, 1/2 block east of Center for Green Technology - 445 N. Sacramento, Chicago
312.431.9406
www.neighbor-space.org
info at neighbor-space.org
Cocktail party with entertainment by Fandanguero, silent auction & s’mores (weather permitting) benefitting Chicago’s urban land trust. Tickets just $75.

10.18 1pm
Annual Charity B.A.G.S Tournament
Uncle Fatty’s
2833 N. Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
312.643.2460
www.barsagainstgunshootings.com/Site/Event.html
Team up with Silly Jilly from 103.5 Kiss FM at Uncle Fatty’s for the inaugural B.A.G.S (Bars Against Gun Shootings) cornhole tournament fundraiser. Additional information can be found at http://www.barsagainstgunshootings.com/Site/Event.html

10.18 2-4pm
Family Cooking Class Ages 7-10
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
Web site
cferrier at af-chicago.org
Your child will learn how tasty, simple and pleasant French cooking can be, bring home samples, and be able to recreate in your kitchen at home. The class is open to kids between 7 and 10 years old accompanied by a family member.
$45 parent, $30 one child, $55 two siblings

10.18 1-5pm
Peace, Love & Local Anniversary Event
Silken Tent, 2300 Chestnut Ave., Glenview, IL 60026
847.510.1240
www.thesilkentent.com
support at thesilkentent.com
Join Silken Tent for a one-year anniversary event featuring hip, local and green designers. Shop Jantti’s fall collection with designer Elizabeth Ruff known for her signature peace signs, doves, and Buddha prints. Accessorize with Paul Lewin from Tivi. Decorate organic cookies with Beth and Craig Nielsen of Nielsen-Massey Vanillas

10.18 10:30am
Free Healing Empowerment
Rogers Park Public Library
6907 N. Clark St.
Chicago
vibrationsreikitouch.com
info at vibrationsreikitouch.com
Experience Reiki through a free healing empowerment that will enable you to channel wonderful, relaxing, healing energy.

10.18-10.19 10am-4:30pm
Midwest Daffodil Society Bulb Sale
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org/plantshows
The Midwest Daffodil Society’s bulb sale features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils for the gardener who wants some early color next spring.

10.18-10.19 10am-4:30pm
Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society Lily Bulb Sale
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org/plantshows
A wide variety of lily bulbs are for sale at the Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society’s annual sale in the Regenstein Center.

10.18-10.19 10am-4:30pm
Midwest Fruit Explorers Show & Sale
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org/plantshows
Freshly harvested fruit grown in the area by the Midwest Fruit Explorers is on display and for sale in Burnstein Hall of the Regenstein Center. Featured are apples, pears, paw paws, grapes, kiwis and more. Visitors can enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit.

Every Other Saturday 10am-12pm
All is Calm, All is Bright: Meditation Practice as Antidote to the Busyness of the Holidays
Wheaton Franciscan Campus, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton Il 60189
630.462.4936
www.wheatonfranciscan-collaborativeministries.org
wfscm at wheatonfranciscan.org
Each session will feature simple mindfulness instructions and will conclude with a Franciscan blessing meditation. Come for one or all.

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