HIDDEN AGENDA
REDEYE TAKES YOU OUTSIDE YOUR COMFORT ZONE
ON THE AGENDA Spend the day poolside at the InterContinental Chicago hotel’s stunning junior Olympic-size swimming pool, where the $15 day rate will get you access to the pool, as well as the hotel’s fitness center, locker facilities and dry sauna. 505 N. Michigan Ave. 312-944-4100. icchicagohotel.com
CHECK IT OUT IF YOU … need to jump-start your fitness plan, need to chill out or need to pretend it’s summer.
THE DEETS Here’s a little architecture/history lesson: The hotel was formerlythe Medinah Athletic Club, which housed a gymnasium, running track, bowling alley and golfing and archery ranges. The pool is the only element that survived. Today, the hotel’s fitness center spans three levels and includes dedicated cardio, aerobic and strength-training rooms. Personaltrainers and spa services also are available for an extra charge. The best part? You can get room service delivered to one of the poolside tables.
THE PAYOFF Urban oasis.
The places/events highlighted in Hidden Agenda are based on the RedEye staff’s favorite finds. Do you have a cool spot/activity to share? E-mail us at redeyeeditor@tribune.com.
Saturday
Yoga for Lovers
RIVER WEST
Stretch and sweat with your sweetie at this couples-focused class. 12:30 p.m. Reservations recommended. Soulistic Studio & Spa, 805 N. Milwaukee Ave. Suite 200. 312-226-7685. $25.
REDEYE/MMX PICK
Gladiators, Live!
LAKEVIEW
In this five-week competition inspired by NBC’s “American Gladiators,” local actors take on two couples in games of physical skill, comic prowess and brain power. 10:30 p.m. Through March 15. Bailiwick Repertory Arts Center, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. 773-883-1090. $10.
Workshop: Intro to Glass Blowing
IRVING PARK/AVONDALE
Experiment with creating basic forms while learning about the characteristics of glass. 1 p.m. Galaxie Chicago, 2603 W. Barry Ave. 773-267-6010. $95.
Green Cleaning class
LINCOLN PARK
Learn about environmentally friendly options and alternative consumer choices. 10 a.m. Registration required. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon Drive. 773-755-5191. Free.
Black History Month
Extravaganza
WEST TOWN
Najwa Danvce Corps (right) performs an African dance suite with live drum accompaniment. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: najwadance.org. Malcolm X Community College, 1900 W. Van Buren St. 312-850-7224. $20-$28.
Sunday
REDEYE/MMX PICK
Chicago
Human Rhythm Project Winter Tap JAMboree!
BEVERLY
Features tap performances by Chicago Human Rhythm Project founder and artistic director Lane Alexander and his ensemble BAM! 3 p.m. Tickets: chicagotap.org. Beverly Arts Center of Chicago, 2407 W. 111th St. 773-445-3838 ext. 200. $25.
Windy City Rollers
CICERO
The Double Crossers do battle with Hell’s Belles while The Fury takes on the Manic Attackers during this Game 2 of the 2008 season. 6 p.m. Cicero Stadium, 1909 S. Laramie St., Cicero; 773-278-4000. $15-$20. windycityrollers.com.
All weekend
Chicago Auto Show
NEAR SOUTH SIDE
Check out domestic and imported cars, trucks and SUVs, plus experimental and concept vehicles at this auto spectacular. 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. McCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive. 312-791-7500. $10.
REDEYE/MMX PICK
Lantern Festival
MILLENNIUM PARK
Work with artists to create ice-inspired lanterns, wearable art and more during a workshop, then participate in the Lantern Festival procession at 5 p.m. 3:30-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. American Express heated tent, Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St. 312-744-2400. Free.
Andy Warhol’s Silver Clouds
MAG MILE
Helium-filled balloons, made from silver plastic film, glide through the museum’s gallery space, along with other Warhol-related installations. Through April 27. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Loyola University Museum of Art, 820 N. Michigan Ave. 312-915-7600.
THE GAMER
WHO’S PLAYING AT HOME
Blackhawks vs. Colorado
Noon Sunday, United Center
