WED/1
"Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!: American Theater Company." Theatre on the Lake, Fullerton and Lake Michigan, (312)742-7994. Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 6:30pm. Through August 5. $17.50.

FRI/3
Gold Coast Art Fair
Presenting more than 300 artists at the fiftieth anniversary of this juried art fair, entertainment includes acoustic rock duo Cirrus Falcon and smooth jazz by Showtyme Jazz Duo. Along LaSalle Street, at the intersections of Erie, Huron and Superior, (847)926-4300. Noon-6pm. Also August 4-5, 10am-6pm. Free.

SAT/4
Jazz Fest Heritage Music Weekend
A celebration of Jazz in all forms from Latin to contemporary to classical. South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 South Shore, (773)734-2400. Also August 5.

Retro on Roscoe
Dozens of activities from live music to a retro car show to the Windy City Chili Cook-off that features more than twenty-five cooks creating some of the best chili around. Roscoe and Damen, (773)665-4682. Also August 5.

WED/8
"Spinning Into Butter: Eclipse Theatre Company." Theatre on the Lake, Fullerton and Lake Michigan, (312)742-7994. Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 6:30pm. Through August 12. $17.50.

FRI/10
Ginza Holiday Festival
Celebration of Japanese Arts arts, crafts and culture. Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee, (312)943-7801. Also August 11-12.

SAT/11
Northalsted Market Days
Featuring more than 400 arts, crafts and food vendors, as well as live music. Halsted, between Belmont and Addison, (773)868-3010. 11am-10pm. Also August 12.

Palmer Square Boulevard Arts Festival
Celebration of arts and crafts on Palmer Street. Palmer Square, 3100 W. Palmer, (773)365-3535. Noon-10pm. Also Aug 12.

West Fest 2007
This street festival celebrates all that is West Town with local food, craft and retail vendors. The weekend will feature two live music stages as well as a DJ stage, as well as an entire "Pet Fest" area dedicated to dogs. Chicago between Damen and Wood, (312)850-9390. Noon-10pm. Also August 12.

FRI/17

Edison Park Fest
Three day festival includes hours of live music. Benefits the Edison Park Chamber of Commerce. Downtown Edison Park, (773)631-0063. 6pm-10:15pm. Also August 18, Noon-10:15pm and August 19, Noon-9pm.

SAT/18
Chicago Air & Water Show
This year features the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights. Watch along the lakefront for free. Fullerton to Oak Street, (312)744-3315. 11am-4pm. Also August 19.

Chicago Carifete
A Caribbean festival of self-expression and diversity. Midway Plaisance between 59th & 60th Streets & Stony Island & Cottage Grove in Hyde Park, 9am-9pm. Free.

India Independence Day Parade
Along Devon from Western to California, (312)593-3210. Noon.

Ukrainian Fest
Celebration of Ukrainian heritage with music, dance food and more. Smith Park, Grand & Campbell, (773)772-4500. Noon. Also August 19. $5.

FRI/24
Jammi' at the Zoo
Featuring Los Lobos. Lincoln Park Zoo, 2200 N. Cannon. Gates open at 6pm, music starts 7pm. Children $8-12, Adults $18-25.


SAT/25
Bucktown Arts Fest
This festival is a casserole of art with music, painting, theatre, poetry, dance and more. Senior Citizens Park, 2238 N. Oakley Ave, (312)409-8305. 11am-7pm. Also August 26.

Taste of Greece
Celebration of Greek food...enough said. 100-400 S. Halsted Street, (847) 509-8050. Noon-11pm. Also August 26.

Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival
Two days of music and culture celebrating Chicago's vibrant Latin community. Grant Park, Columbus and Jackson, (312)744-3315. 10:30am-9:30pm. Also August 27.

Whole Foods Flavor Fest
Lots of samples and tasty treats for your goodie bag, as well as cooking demonstrations throughout the day. Jonquil Park, Wrightwood and Sheffield. 11am-8pm. Also August 26. $5 donation.

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(2007-05-22)

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