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Friday, July 6th, 2007

Try Out for "Survivor 16" Saturday at Brookfield Zoo



Did you know that the next "Survivor" season is being cast in the Chicago area this Saturday? Hundreds of (possibly insane) hopefuls will be at the Brookfield Zoo July 7 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for an open casting call. We're not exactly sure what the audition consists of--maybe an interview and some physical challenges of some kind? In any case, you have to be over 21 to participate, and ...

Wednesday, July 4th, 2007

A Good Source for Concert Info



Chicago radio station 93XRT is a great source for concert information. Check out their listings here.

Friday, June 8th, 2007

Chicagology 101 - #37: Where did all the Cicada go? Long Time Passing.



Written & Conceptualized by:

ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith

Koopersmith's Global Communications

"People read what ASK writes about..."

Chicago, Illinois USA

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Part 1:  The Explanation of a  Repetitive Cycle as applied to Tourism in Mid-America.

The Statistics have just been released.   Chicago is losing an estimated 17,000 visitors each day (now since May 22ND) when the first Infestation of Cicada were to come flying in, mate, date and cause havoc to all  People and Pets, of all ...

Thursday, June 7th, 2007

Pole-dancing Fitness Club Can Now Serve Liquor After Class



From today's Chicago Sun-Times: Panel OKs liquor license for pole-dancing fitness club for women

Flirty Girl Fitness, a gym that offers classes such as Pole Dancing , Chair Dancing, Hula Hoopla, and Hot Body Boxing to an exclusively female clientele, can now serve alcohol to patrons after class.

Drop-in classes cost $25, or you can pay for five, 10, or 20 sessions for a reduced cost. For $100 ...

Monday, May 21st, 2007

Summer Festivals in Chicago


The #1 reason that I can't stand to miss a summer in Chicago is the assortment of (usually) free, outdoor festivals that take place all summer long.  From art to music to rare antiques to food, a Chicago summer can be a feast for your senses.  Here is a short list of some of the Windy City's most famous fests, along with when and where you can find them this ...

Wednesday, May 9th, 2007

El Norte by Cycle


What with three-track operation on Chicago's north side, humidity lessening the allure of snuggling up to one's neighbors on the El, heavy auto traffic downtown, and the threat of steamier days lurking around the corner, May is a simply lovely month for cycling around the city.

Cycling along the lakeshore is an accessible, easy yet often-chaotic option, while cycling through the city yields a completely unique street-level perspective offered ...

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

Chicagology 101: #35. When East Meets West In Chicago at ARTropolis 2007™: Chicagology 101 was there for The Live Coverage & Festivities.



THROUGH THE CREATIVE EYES OF…
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America’s Premier Eventologist’
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 1974…

PART 1: The Color of Art Explained.

ARTropolis graced Chicago from April 26-30. The Show is now officially closed but it opened new Avenues of Artistry for Collectors, Aficionados, Fans and The Media in an entirely new Light. Gallery Owners (from over 37 global locales) ...

Friday, April 27th, 2007

Chicagology 101: #34. Trivia Overtakes Chicago. Just in time for Alex Trebek’s Arrival. Have you ARTropolis’ed today?



LIVELY DISCUSSIONS FOCUSED ON:

-- Chicago takes a Turn towards ATT: All Things Trivial. The Top Ten Trivia(lities) about Chi-Town a/k/a: The Windy City. Chicago Trivia for $400, please. The Pursuit to know ‘The Most Trivia’ about Chicago is here and alive at Chicagology 101 Central.

-- FIRSTS occurring IN Chicago. Adding Pages to your Travel it-IN-erary & our History Books. Only IN Chicago…A lighthearted Glance at what separates Chicago from its ...

Saturday, April 21st, 2007

Chicagology 101: Celebrate Earth Day by rollin’ on The River & cruisin’ on Lake Michigan.



THROUGH THE CREATIVE EYES OF...
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America's Premier Eventologist'
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 1974...

-- Chicagology 101 for Saturday, April 21, 2007: Chicago Goes Green: #3 in a 3 Part Series slated for April 19-20-21 (Thursday-Friday-Saturday) saluting Earth Week.

PART 1: Taking an(other) UnConventional Stand.

"Integrate Green in to your Life's Scheme..."

Quote of: ASK

Thursday, April 19, 2007 - 3:45 PM

Years ago, Nancy Reagan ...

Friday, April 20th, 2007

Chicagology 101: Earth Day Chicago-style with GORF.



THROUGH THE CREATIVE EYES OF…
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith
‘America’s Premier Eventologist’
& A Prominent Chicago Resident since 1974…

PART 1: UnConventional Stands for Friday, April 20

When it comes to The Earth and saving it from a slew of Problems, Perils and Poisons, it seems rather petty just to focus on a Small Section of The World – One City or One Set of Principals (with Principles) who are working together to solve the ...