1. Improvised Shakespeare at 3541 N. Clark St., July 6
Traditional Billy Shakes a little too downtrodden for you? Improvised Shakespeare is the
perfect mix of comedy and Shakespeare’s weapons of choice, cue the star-crossed lovers
and deadly family squabbles. Go to http://ioimprov.com/chicago/ for more.

2. Supernatural Chicago at Excalibur at 632 N. Dearborn St., July 6
Necromancer Neil Tobin takes Chicagoans on a supernatural journey exposing the city’s
eerie past. The 90-minute performance includes local tales and legends along with
interactive demonstrations, all taking place in what is dubbed one of the most haunted
buildings in Chicago. Go to http://www.supernaturalchicago.com/ for more.

3. Chicago Tribune North Michigan Avenue Art Festival at 401 N. Michigan Ave., July
6-8
Meet the men and women behind the art displayed at the 21st annual art show
on the Magnificent Mile. 300 artists from far corners of the country will display
and sell original works to support the arts and local community, along with
the Chicago Tribune Foundation. Go to http://www.artfestival.com/Festivals/
Chicago_Tribune_North_Michigan_Avenue_Art_Festival_in_Chicago_IL_July.ASPX for more.

4. Chicago Theater Stories Walking Tour at 150 N. Michigan Ave., July 7
Learn more about Chicago’s rich theater history firsthand through a guided walking tour
in the city’s famed theater district. Sites include the Oriental, Goodman, Auditorium and
McVicker’s Theater, amongst others. Go to http://www.theatreclubchicago.com/about/
tour.htm for more.

5. 2. Rock Around the Block at Lincoln Ave. and Belmont, July 7-8
Nestled in one of the most heavily congested intersections in Chicago, Rock Around the
Block showcases the electrifying dining, shopping and nightlife in Lakeview. Go to http://
starevents.com/events/rock-around-the-block/ for more.

5. Dance Dance Party Party at Perceptual Motion Dance Studio at 4057 N. Damen
Ave., July 8
There are three rules to this dance party. Rule number one: No boys. Rule number two:
No booze. And rule number three-the most important of all: No judgment. Pumping
in jams from Broadway to hip-hop, Perceptual Motion Dance Studio encourages free-
form expression at this whimsical social engagement; leg warmers optional. Go to http://
ddppchicago.wordpress.com/ for more.

7. Mental Graffiti at Cole’s at 2338 N. Milwaukee Ave., July 9, 8 PM
Enjoy a night of spoken word poetry with locally and nationally recognized artists and
poets. The night kicks off with an open mic and is followed by a featured artist of the night.
Kick back with a nightcap and witness a poetry slam.