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13 things to do on 10/24/2008

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.

Friday, Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm Special added show on Monday November 3 at 8pm pm
Oobleck Election Play 2008: The Trojan Candidate
Neo-Futurarium, 5153 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60640.
773.347.1041
www.TheaterOobleck.com
Oobleck at theateroobleck.com
Join Vice President Cheney on his fantastic voyage into the funhouse of fragile candidate psyches.

Fridays 7:15-8:30pm
Tai Chi Chuan
1926 N. Main St.,
Wheaton, IL
800.669.1571 x300
theosophical.org
info at theosophical.org
The focus will be on the meditative and health aspects of Tai Chi Chuan. No classes Nov. 28. $10 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.

Worldwide Prayer Vigil For Barack Obama
PrayerForBarackObama.com
Visiting our Website
prayersforbarackobama.com
info at prayersforbarackobama.com
We are inviting people worldwide to participate in a prayer/meditation vigil for the success and safety of Barack Obama and Joe Biden. Our website is providing daily postings and subscriber notifications for the time and locations of the candidates’ events for a simultaneous worldwide effort.

10.23-10.24 8am-4:30pm
Lifa Changing Course, part of BLT’s Leadership Trilogy Series
Cheney Mansion
220 North Euclid
Oak Park, IL 60302
708.848.2582
www.trainleaders.com
info at trainleaders.com
Combining business skills with teachings from insightful authors, inspiring leaders and science, BLT develops profound curriculum that goes beyond standard management concepts. Life Changing challenges participants to increase inner confidence, think creatively for daily resolutions, embrace the change necessary to become a Conscious Leader and foster their organization’s growth.

10.24
Silent Retreat with Bhashkar Perinchery
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
This 10-day silent retreat will create an atmosphere that supports one in discovering a conscious way of being with oneself.

10.24 7pm-12am
St. Jude’s 8th Annual “Under the Harvest Moon” Event
Galleria Marchetti
835 West Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60622
www.friendsofstjude.org/chicago
Guests will enjoy a classic casino-style evening with proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Regular tickets are $85.00 and High Roller tickets are $125.00. 773-784-6704.

10.24 7-9pm
Free Shiatsu Intro
Zen Shiatsu Chicago
825 Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL
847.864.1130
zenshiatsuchicago.org
info at zenshiatsuchicago.org
Learn the fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors!

10.24 11am-7pm
Free Acupuncture Treatments
Acupuncture Access, LLC
915 Elmwood Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
3 blocks west of Main St train station
847.312.1797
www.UseAcupuncture.com
To Celebrate Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM) Day. Come with a friend, or family member on AOM day and call in advance to receive your free treatments. The clinic provides affordable and effective acupuncture treatment in a community setting. It’s usual fees are on a sliding scale between $20 and $40 with a $10 1st visit paperwork fee.

10.24-10.25 10am-6pm
Continuum Movement Workshop
1474 N. Milwaukee Ave., #3R
Chicago
773.294.7811
asiminachremos.com
silverspacedance at gmail.com
Continuum is a practice that views the human body as a fluid organism, in resonance with all living systems. Experience the value of slowing down, feeling your way through movement, and generating new body awareness. Open to people of all ages, body types and levels of experience.

10.24-10.26
BreakThrough Weekend Retreat for Men
House in the Woods, Lake Delavan, WI
312.604.5013
www.victoriesoftheheart.net
admin at victoriesoftheheart.net
During this powerful retreat led by experienced facilitators, a man can find a safe, supportive place to share his thoughts, explore his feelings, deepen his connections, and renew his spirit.

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