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AUGUST EVENTS

WED/2
Theater on the Lake
"Blaxploitation: The Remix." Theater on the Lake, Lake Michigan and Fullerton, (312)742-7994. 7:30pm. Also Aug 3-5, 7:30pm, and Aug 6, 6:30pm. $17.50.

THU/3
Tall Ships Chicago 2006
Celebrating Chicago's maritime history, this expansive festival showcases a variety of vessels reminiscent of the 1800s. Wabash Avenue to Lake Shore Drive, Navy Pier and DuSable Harbor. Through Aug 9. $11 per day in advance, $12 onsite.

FRI/4
Gold Coast/River North Art Fair
Chicago's largest art fair. 600 N LaSalle, along LaSalle at the intersections of Erie, Huron, and Superior, (847)444-9600. Noon-6pm. Also Aug 5-6, 10am-6pm. Free.


SAT/5
JazzFest Heritage 2006
A two-day celebration of jazz. Jazz Unites, Inc., 7059 South Shore Drive, (773)734-2000. 10am-8:30pm. Also Aug 6.

Northalsted Market Days
25th annual festival features food, arts and crafts vendors, and live music. Halsted Street between Belmont and Addison, (773)868-3010. 11am-10pm. Also Aug 6, 11am-10pm. Free.

St. Richard's Family Fest
Fun for the whole family. St. Richard Church, 50th and South Kostner, (773)585-1221. 6-11pm. Also Aug 4, 6pm-12am, Aug 5, 4pm-12am and Aug 6, 12pm-10pm. Free.

SUN/6

Retro on Roscoe
Four stages of live music bring back the '70s, '80s, and '90s. Featuring the Hairbangers Ball, Mike & Joe, Mr. Blotto and Tributosaurus (David Bowie). Kids are entertained by the likes of Ralph's World and Joel Frankel. 2000 W. Roscoe at Damen. Noon-10pm. Also Aug 6. $5 donation to benefit community.

WED/9
Theater on the Lake
"Songs of the Second City." Theater on the Lake, Lake Michigan and Fullerton, (312)742-7994. 7:30pm. Also Aug 10-12, 7:30pm, and Aug 13, 6:30pm. $17.50.

FRI/11
Ginza Holiday Festival
The 51st annual celebration of Japanese crafts and culture features demonstrations, shows and food. Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee, (312)943-7801. 5:30pm-9pm. Also Aug 12, 11:30am-7pm and Aug 13, 11:30am-6pm.

SAT/12
Chicago Korean Festival
Celebrate Korean culture and cuisine. Chicago Korean Chamber of Commerce, 3200-3400 W. Bryn Mawr, (773)583-1700. 11am-10pm. Also Aug 13.

West Fest 2006
This street fest along Chicago features live music and DJs, arts and food. Pet-lovers: head to the Westfester Mutt Show, benefiting the Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation. Chicago between Damen and Wood, (312)850-9390. Noon-10pm. Also Aug 13. $5 donation benefits the West Town Chamber of Commerce.

Palmer Square Boulevard Arts Festival
Palmer street celebrates arts and crafts. Boulevard Community Arts Network, 3100 W. Palmer, (773)365-3535. 12pm-8pm. Also Aug 13.

Fri/18
Edison Park Fest
The Mighty Pilots and blues band Howard & The White Boys kick off this three-day festival. 6700-6800 Olmsted Ave., 5-11 pm. Also Aug 19, 9am-11pm, and Aug 20,10am-10pm. (773)631-0063.

Taste of Austin
The annual taste features food, entertainment and, of course, booze. Columbus Park, 5701 W. Jackson. 10am-10pm. (773)473-7270. Also August 19-20.

Sat/19
Albany Park Summer Fest
Albany Park celebrates summer with live entertainment, food and drink. 3400 block of Leyland, 10am-8pm. (773)604-8489.

Back to School Youth Rally
Huh? A back-to-school celebration? 4636 W. Washington Blvd., (773)379-0239. Noon-4:30pm.

Chicago Air & Water Show
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights headline the 48th annual Chicago Air & Water Show along the lakefront from Fullerton to Oak Street. 11am-4pm. Also on Aug 20, (312)744-3315. Free.

Chicago Carifete
Welcome to Chicago's Caribbean Carnival, with calypso and masquerade costumes. At Midway Plaisance, 6000 South, (773)495-8678. 9am-9pm.

India Independence Day Parade
Celebrate India's independence with a parade. Devon from Western to California, (773)593-3210. Noon.

Ukrainian Fest
Ukrainians unite at this annual festival celebrating Eastern European cuisine and culture. Smith Park, 2500 W. Grand Avenue, (773)772-4500. 12-10pm. Also Aug 20.

Fri/25
Jammin' at the Zoo
Featuring They Might Be Giants. At the Lincoln Park Zoo; Gates at 6pm; music at 7pm.

Sat/26
Bucktown Arts Fest
Art, poetry, music, theatre, dance and film--all in one of Chicago's most well-known art communities. Senior Citizens Memorial Park, 2238 N. Oakley, (312)409-8305. Also August 27. Free.

Taste of Greece
Greek food to the max all along Halsted Street from Washington to Van Buren. Noon-11pm, (847)509-8050. Free but $5 donation is suggested. Also Aug 27.

Viva!: Chicago Latin Music Festival
Two-day festival in celebration of Latin music. Grant Park, 300 S. Columbus, (312)744-3315. Also August 27. Free.

Whole Foods Flavor Fest
Whole Foods presents a healthy food festival, at least compared to Chicago's other outdoor feasts. Jonquil Park, Wrightwood, Lincoln, Sheffield & Chicago, (773)868-3010. 11am-8pm. Also Aug 27.

(2006-05-24)

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