Posts Tagged ‘Arts & Entertainment’

Ridge Art

Monday, January 11th, 2010


www.ridgeart.com
21 Harrison St., Oak Park
(708) 848-4062
I-GO Member offer: 20% off purchase

Oak Park’s Ridge Art sells and exhibits a diverse range of folk art from Haiti, Africa, and other parts of the world. Its collections include Haitian voodoo flags, metal sculpture made from recycled steel drums, West and East African tribal arts, works on paper, masks, French colonial ceramics, and more.

Pictured: Marassa, Haitian voodoo flag, Joseph Oldof Pierre

Painted Light Photos & Framing

Monday, January 11th, 2010

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paintedlightphotoframing.com
1742 W. Balmoral Ave.
(773) 275-4121
I-GO Member offer: 15% off any first service, 10% off additional services, 20% off in-stock matting

Painted Light Photos & Framing has been rooted in the Andersonville community for close to two decades. They offer photographic and framing services, specializing in photograph restoration. Painted Light also features a gallery/gift shop and plays host to a variety of neighborhood, regional, and national artists and artisans. They emphasize original photography but also show prints and original paintings as well as jewelry, ceramics, and other handmade items and gifts.

Evil Squirrel Comics

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

www.evilsquirrelcomics.com
6928 N. Glenwood Ave.
(773) 338-0899
I-GO Member offer: 10% off purchase

Evil Squirrel is a great, little neighborhood comics shop tucked away along Rogers Park’s artsy Glenwood corridor. Come browse comics, games, graphic novels, art, and action figures.

Funky Buddha Lounge

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

www.funkybuddha.com
728 W. Grand Ave.
(312) 666-1695
I-GO Member offer: No cover before 11pm; half-cover after 11pm; 50% off for special events

Centrally located in the heart of Chicago, the Funky Buddha Lounge has set the standard of excellence that many new venues strive to emulate. From its polished decor of antique lighting and mural-covered walls that set the mood of cultured decadence to its congenial staff and hospitable amenities, the Funky Buddha Lounge has become the destination of a wide-ranging cross-section of discerning patrons. Within its stylized ambience, you can either relax with friends in an environment of sophisticated privacy or blend in with the crowd dancing to soundscapes created by Chicago’s leading DJs.

Chicago Architecture Foundation

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

www.architecture.org
224 S. Michigan Ave.
(312) 922-3432
I-GO Member offer: 20% off membership registration. Call (312) 322-1140 to redeem this special offer.

The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. CAF presents a comprehensive program of tours, exhibitions, lectures, special events, and adult and youth education activities, all designed to enhance the public’s awareness and appreciation of Chicago’s outstanding architectural legacy.

Lake Claremont Press

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

www.lakeclaremont.com
Online orders: www.lakeclaremont.com
1026 W. Van Buren St., #2
(312) 226-8400
I-GO Member offer: Buy two books, get one free; buy four books, get two free; buy five books, get three free

Lake Claremont Press books focus on preserving the past, exploring the present city, and ensuring a future sense of place for our corner of the globe. The small, indie publisher has released more than 50 titles since 1994, including Carless in Chicago, Historic Bars of Chicago, What Would Jane Say?: City-Building Women and a Tale of Two Chicagos, and The Chicago River: A Natural and Unnatural History (pictured, right).

Lillstreet Art Center

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

www.lillstreet.com
4401 N. Ravenswood Ave.
(773) 769-4226
I-GO Member offer: 10% off registration fees and gallery purchases

Founded in 1975, Lillstreet Art Center is a large community of artists and students working side-by-side in a friendly environment which encourages and inspires artistic growth in the individual. Lillstreet Art Center supports the arts through an artist residency program, a gallery, studio space, education, and an outreach program. In 2003, they relocated from a converted horse barn on Lillstreet to a former gear factory on Ravenswood. The current facility is a beautiful, spacious center, boasting state-of-the-art equipment and expanded course offerings, not to mention plenty of natural light, air-conditioning, storage lockers, and a cafe! Lillstreet offers adult classes and workshops for all skill levels in six different departments: ceramics, metalsmithing and jewelry, painting and drawing, printmaking, textiles, and glass. Each department offers First-Time Artist classes that help beginners explore a new medium in a relaxed environment.

The House Theatre of Chicago

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009


www.thehousetheatre.com
Performances: Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St.
Ticket Line: (773) 251-2195, Office Line: (773) 769-3832
I-GO Member offer: $10 off regularly priced tickets

Now in its seventh season, the ingenious House Theatre has enjoyed critical raves and cross-generational fandom with its high-energy, design-savvy, comic-book-infused original works. From its smashing debut, The Terrible Tragedy of Peter Pan, to the award-winning The Sparrow to All the Fame of Lofty Deeds, its collaboration with musician/artist Jon Langford, the House has consistently proven itself one of Chicago’s most inventive theater companies.

The Writers WorkSpace

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009


www.writersworkspace.com
5443 N Broadway
(773) 907-0336
I-GO Member offer: $65 initiation fee waived

Writers WorkSpace’s mission is to provide a comfortable, inspiring environment, so writers can concentrate on their creative work and enjoy as much or as little community as they want. As a member, you receive a security card that allows you entry into Writers WorkSpace 365 days a year. Once inside, the writing studio allows a place for quiet work plus free printer and wifi access. You’re welcome to work, read, or socialize in the lounge or kitchen. Members can reserve the conference room to meet with clients or collaborate. Depending on your needs, choose a full-time or part-time membership.

ComedySportz

Monday, December 21st, 2009


www.comedysportzchicago.com
929 W. Belmont Ave., (773) 549-8080
I-GO Member offer: Two-for-one tickets Thursdays at 8pm and Fridays at 8pm and 10pm

ComedySportz is a completely improvised show in which red and blue teams battle for your laughter. A referee hosts each show and comes to you—the audience—to shout out your suggestions. Your ideas drive the show! The audience interaction at each show influences every scene, song, or game played on stage. You vote for the team that makes you laugh the hardest and you decide the winner. ComedySportz is a hilarious night out for anyone who loves to laugh: families, college students, and groups celebrating special events. Have a birthday? Request our very special birthday song!