Chicagoans are being asked to turn out the lights from 8 to 9 p.m. Saturday as part of Earth Hour, a symbolic pledge to fight global warming. Here’s just a sampling of local spots that are participating.
BEVERLY
Where: The lobby bar at Inn of Chicago, 1640 W. 115th St.; 773-238-2712
What: Drink Eco-tinis ($14) made with Rain organic vodka, muddled raspberries and raspberry liqueur. Acoustic entertainment — and candlelight — rounds out the night. As a bonus, guests get glow sticks.
RIVER WEST
Where: Cityscape, 350 W. Mart Center Drive, 312-836-5000
What: Sip themed cocktails by candelight.
GOLD COAST
Where: Le Bar, 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-324-4000
What: Get a complimentary appetizer from 8-9 p.m.
Saturday
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Shop Chicago
WEST LOOP
Shop till you drop at this fashion bazaar featuring clothing and accessories from more than 80 emerging local designers and top Chicago boutiques. 4 p.m. Union Station, 210 S. Canal St. 312-229-1701. Free.
Breakfast with Lincoln Park Zoo apes
LINCOLN PARK ZOO
Dine in the Regenstein Center for African Apes as curator Sue Margulis shares stories about chimps and gorillas. 9:30 a.m. Lincoln Park Zoo, 2200 N. Cannon Drive. 312-742-2000. $65-$75.
‘Chasing Robert’ screening
LAKEVIEW
The new comedy about a prejudiced gambling addict stars Andy Dick, Jeff Garlin, Dana Gould and others. 7:30 p.m. Lakeshore Theater, 3175 N. Broadway. 773-472-3492. Free.
‘Sunglasses at Night’ Bicycle Tour
STREETERVILLE
A three-hour guided tour includes sites such as Millennium Park, the Museum Campus and Buckingham Fountain. Includes bikes and helmets. 7 p.m. $35. Reservations recommended. Bobby’s Bike Hike Kiosk, 465 N. McClurg Ct. 312-915-0995.
Carnaval 2008
WEST SIDE
The fifth annual party features DJ beats by Mark Gertz, Trancid and The Prairie Cartel, plus Collaboraction’s live theatrics between sets. 9 p.m. Tickets: collaboraction.org. Epiphany Episcopal Church, 201 S. Ashland Ave. 312-226-9633. $25.
Pad Thai cooking class
RIVER NORTH
Watch a demonstration and then eat lunch. Includes recipes to recreate the dish at home. 11 a.m. Reservations required. Vong’s Thai Kitchen, 6 W. Hubbard St. 312-644-8664. $49.95.
Sunday
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The Vagina Monologues
LINCOLN PARK
A revival of Eve Ensler’s collection of comedic stories about women’s relationships to their bodies. 7:30 p.m. Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-935-6100. $20-$25.
Pushin’ Daisies Roller Derby
the ‘burbs
Watch ladies from the city’s newest roller derby league go head to head. On the bill: The Graveyards vs. the Gate Keepers. 9:30 p.m. Fleetwood Skating Rink, 7231 W. Archer Ave., Summit 708-458-0300. $5.
Bank of
America Shamrock Shuffle
GRANT PARK
An 8K run or 5K fitness walk. 9:30 a.m. Registration is closed. Post-race party is free and open to the public. 500 S. Columbus Drive. 312-904-9814.
All weekend
The Bailiwick Cabaret Festival
LAKEVIEW
Features performances by local cabaret artists. Tickets are $10 to see one artist per evening; $15 for two shows on the same night. 7 p.m. Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: www.bailiwick.org. Bailiwick Repertory Arts Center, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. 773-883-1090. $10-$15.
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PAH-FEST: Chicago 2008
SOUTH LOOP
Aspiring filmmakers compete for cash prizes in digital shorts contests and present their finished work in a public screening Sunday. 7:30 a.m. Saturday; 7 p.m. Sunday. More info: pahnation.com. Ludington Building, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S. Wabash Ave. 323-645-4353. Free.
THE GAMER WHO’S PLAYING AT HOME
Bulls vs. Milwaukee
7:30 p.m. Saturday, United Center
Wolves vs. Houston
7 p.m. Saturday, Allstate Arena
Wolves vs. Grand Rapids
4 p.m. Sunday, Allstate Arena
Blackhawks vs. Columbus
6 p.m. Sunday, United Center
