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The Ballad of Lula del Ray @ The Whistler

Published March 1, 2011 at 4:35 a.m.
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The Ballad of Lula del Ray is a shadow puppet play following the journey of a young outer-space cowgirl. Watch it live at The Whistler, 2421 N. Milwaukee Ave., tonight at 9pm. Oh+Ah perform with the play as well as on their own. No cover, 21+ ...

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Lady Gaga Tribute @ Kit Kat

Published Feb. 28, 2011 at 11:04 p.m.
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Lady Gaga's show at the United Center tonight may be sold out, but The Kit Kat Lounge, 3700 N. Halsted St., has the next best thing: a night-long celebration of the queen of the monsters. Diva Aurora Sexton performs as Lady Gaga throughout the evening, and the club's sound system and big screens will be showing her greatest hits. Both the food and drink menus will be half price, and three Gaga-themed cocktails will be served. No reservations required; 21+ ...

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Me So Far @ 826CHI

Published Feb. 27, 2011 at 10:48 p.m.
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Me So Far, an experimental new dating platform, has its first test run tonight at 5:30pm at 826CHI, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. A group of 12 "talkers" will create slide presentations about themselves ahead of time, and show them at the event to 65 "listeners." Afterward, everyone gets a chance to mingle and get to know each other. Register on the website to participate. Free ...

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WingFest @ Bailey Auditorium

Published Feb. 27, 2011 at 6:48 p.m.
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The twelfth annual Chicago WingFest will once again be held at the Bailey Auditorium, 1340 W. Washington. The event will take place today from 1pm to 6pm. General Admission tickets are $25 and VIP tickets are $50 and can be purchased here ...

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Sexy Black Benefit @ Gold Star

Published Feb. 27, 2011 at 3:44 a.m.
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Black dogs and cats living in shelters have a significantly higher euthanasia rate and are less likely to be adopted--because of outdated ideas about superstition, incorrect stereotypes about aggression, and being visually overlooked in shelters as equally loving and loveable pets for you and yours. Virtually Home Chicago, a nonprofit rescue group, is holding a benefit tonight from 7-10pm at the Gold Star (1755 W Division) for these "Sexy Black" animals. For $20, you'll get a drink, sandwich,

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Chicago Cycle Swap @ Pulaski Park Fieldhouse

Published Feb. 27, 2011 at 12:37 a.m.
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Even if you're not a winter warrior, gear up to ride with this event co-sponsored by Chicago Bike Winter and the Active Transportation Alliance. Local bike shops and individual sellers will have some great deals, and presentations will cover topics like cargo bikes and custom frame building. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children, or check out this site for an admission coupon and further information. The swap runs from 10 am to 6 pm at 1419 W. Blackhawk ...

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"Celebrate Black History Month" @ South Shore Cultural Center

Published Feb. 26, 2011 at 11:30 p.m.
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The South Shore Opera Company of Chicago honors Black History Month ... with "Celebrate Black History Month," tonight at 5:30pm. This free concert, which will pay homage to African-American composers, will consist of a mix of opera and musical theater, along with a performance by the Deeply Rooted Dance Theater. The concert takes place at the South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Drive. For more information, contact Gary Ossewaarde at opera@southshoreopera.org ...

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The Power of Glamour @ Near North Library

Published Feb. 26, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.
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The Near North Library, 310 W. Division St., presents The Power of Glamour , a tribute to the 83rd Annual Academy Awards, today at 2pm. Featuring a performance by solo dramatist Roberta Randall, this program celebrates the "golden era" of Hollywood and five of its legendary actresses: Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, Greta Garbo Joan Crawford and Marlene Dietrich. For more information, contact 312-744-0991 ...

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REGO EP Release @ Old Town School of Folk Music

Published Feb. 26, 2011 at 6:00 a.m.
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Chicago-based songwriter Rebecca Rego celebrates the March 1 release of her new EP, All These Bones and Us , at the Old Town School of Folk Music. REGO's newest EP takes on a stripped down, acoustic tone slightly different from previous efforts by the folk rocker and introduces us to a more tender and personal side to the songwriter. The release show starts at 7:30pm and is all ages. Tickets are $15. Canasta will also be performing. The Old Town School of Folk Music is located at 4544 N.

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IKC Dog Show @ McCormick Place

Published Feb. 26, 2011 at 4:57 a.m.
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Chicago hosts the 2011 International Cluster of Dog Shows, an annual event organized by the International Kennel Club. One of the largest all-breed benched dog shows in the country, the shows take over McCormick Place North Building, 2301 S. Lake Shore Dr., today, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm. See more than 10,000 dogs from 167 breeds compete to be Best in Show, and explore a trade show floor full of dog products. Tickets are $18; admission is free for children 12 and under with the

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