Windy City National Steppers Congress
Posted on 11. Jul, 2012 by citizen in Around Town
Ready to Stepp it up to the next level? Join Collaborative Dance Entertainment, in the heart of Chicago at the UIC Forum as we bring you three days and four nights of dance performances and competitions, workshops and concerts. The event includes a national dance competition with $30,000 in cash prizes and four nights of dancing featuring live entertainment and a DJ.
Date: July 12, 2012
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Location: UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago
Cost: $50-75; VIP, $125; VIP Full Weekend Pass, $250
Info: windycitystepperscongress.com
Jazz in the Grazz f/ Delivery Point
Chicago State University presents: Jazz in the Grazz! In case of rain, the event will be held in the Douglas Hall Breakey Theatre.
Delivery Point truly delivers an evening of great entertainment. With the group’s mixture of straight ahead jazz, smooth jazz and R&B, this group is a true crowd pleaser.
Date: July 11, 2012
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Chicago State University, Outside Amphitheatre, (behind Douglas Hall) 9501S. King Dr.,
Chicago
Cost: Free
Info: csu.edu
Ledisi & Eric Benet
Date: July 12, 2012
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Location: Country Club Hills Theater, 4116 183rd St., Country Club Hills, IL
Cost: VIP, $60; Reserved Pavilion, $35-60; Lawn, $35; Pavilion, $25
Info: countryclubhillstheater.org
DuSable Museum’s 38th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
For two very special days, the grounds outside of the DuSable Museum come alive with art, performances and much more! A summer fixture for over 35 years; over 100 artists, artisans and vendors share their wares with the general public. Free to the public, there’s something for everyone!
Date: July 14, 2012
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: DuSable Museum, 740 E. 56th Pl., Chicago
Cost: Free
Contact: 773-947-0600
Info: dusablemuseum.org
Movies in the Parks: Madea’s Big Happy Family
Madea jumps into action when her niece, Shirley, receives distressing news about her health. At Movies in the Park (“MIP”), you’ll find plenty of room to spread out and barbeque. Amble on in at your leisure and you’ll still find room to enjoy the flick. Bring the kids, bring the dog and enjoy the summer evening!
Date: July 14, 2012
Time: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location: West Chatham Park, 8223 S. Princeton Ave., Chicago
Cost: Free
Info: chicagoparkdistrict.com
