October 2 - 5, 2008

Let's keep our fingers crossed that we have a beautiful Autumn weekend, because there are lots of things to do. Last Sunday may have been a little grey and dreary but I know that it gave me time to start unpacking my winter sweaters. It's getting to be jacket time so make sure you grab yours when you're on your way out this weekend. Check out all of these great events:

THURSDAY, October 2

The Chicago Artists month continues with events scheduled around the city. Check the site for full details.

The Banned Book Readout continues through Saturday.

The Kirov Ballet is performing at the Auditorium Theatre at Roosevelt University at 7:30PM, it's not too late to get tickets, performances through Sunday.

Alanis Morrissette graces the stage of the Chicago Theater tonight at 8PM, check to see if tickets are still available. (photo from: alanismorissette.com)

Don't miss the Opening Night experience of Scooty & JoJo's " Carpenters Halloween " tonight at Mary's Attic 8PM, tickets are only $15.

If you're looking for a little magic tonight, check out The Magic Cabaret at the Greenhouse Theater - 2257 N Lincoln Avenue. Just make sure he doesn't cut your boyfriend in half!

FRIDAY, October 3

The Chicago Artists month continues with events scheduled around the city. Check the site for full details.

The Banned Book Readout continues through Saturday.

The 11th Annual Chicago Art Open benefit has a special Preview Event and Opening Benefit tonight at Merchandise Mart, tickets are $25. The show runs through October 19th.

If you ladies are looking for a weekend out of town, head on over to Saugatuck where the Dunes Resort holds it's Fall Women's Weekend . Take a road trip and check out the autumn colors.

The Andersonville Arts Weekend kicks off tonight, roam Andersonville and check out the galleries and artists showcasing their wares. Runs through Sunday.

If you're looking for a little magic tonight, check out The Magic Cabaret at the Greenhouse Theater - 2257 N Lincoln Avenue. Just make sure he doesn't cut your boyfriend in half!

Don't miss the funky eclectic First Fridays at the Museum of Contemporary Art 6PM-10PM, $15 at the door for only $10 online.

Tina Turner will rock the dome tonight at the United Center at 8PM, are you going?

You can still go see the Kirov Ballet .

Check out the Leather Archives & Museum this evening for a FREE showing of the 2008 flick " Watch Out " the story about Jonathan Barrows. Doors open at 7:30PM

Saturday, October 4

Today is the last day of the Banned Book Readout .

Grab your tutu's and head to see the Kirov at the Auditorium Theater.

The Chicago Artists month continues with events scheduled around the city. Check the site for full details.

The Andersonville Arts Weekend continues, explore funky Andersonville.

Art Walk Ravenswood kicks off today from 11AM-6PM, check out the arts and industries that line Ravenswood Avenue from Cornelia to Lawrence.

Victor Banis - pioneering gay writer and author of more than 150 novels including "The Man From C.A.M.P." will be at the Gerber/Hart Library today from 4PM-6PM - 1127 W Granville.

The Women for Equality takes place today from 5:30PM-8PM at Flourish Studios.

If you're looking for a little magic tonight, check out The Magic Cabaret at the Greenhouse Theater - 2257 N Lincoln Avenue. See if you can pull a rabbit out of your pants!

Tina Turner kicks it up one more notch at the United Center tonight at 8PM

Sunday, October 5

Art Walk Ravenswood today from 11AM-6PM, check out the arts and industries that line Ravenswood Avenue from Cornelia to Lawrence.

The Andersonville Arts Weekend continues, your last chance to check out more than 60 stores and galleries around Andersonville.

The Center on Halsted holds it's Live & Silent Auction today at 11AM.

It's your last chance to see the Kirov Ballet .

If you happen to be in Forest Park today, stop by the Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore between 2PM-4PM for the Out & Proud In Chicago Book Signing .

Legendary sitarist Ravi Shankar and Anoushka Shankar perform at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, 3PM.