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Jan 2012  |  By kelly Konrad  |  Comments (0)

5 Things to Do: January 27 - 29

TAGS: Chinese New Year, Black Pearl, Gap Year Fair, Rocky Horror

Why wait until summer for a parade or a fair?

Get outdoors this weekend, or try a different kind of fair that will have you daydreaming of adventure in far-flung places.

Chinese New Year Parade
Sunday, January 29
Chinatown, Chicago

Floats, marching bands, lions teams and more—it all makes up the spectacle that is the Chinese New Year Parade. Head downtown to Wentworth, catch a great show and stay for a late lunch or early dinner.

 

Black Pearl Sings!
Ongoing
Skokie

It's all about girl power in this musical tale of two women, one in a Texas prison, another a song collector, and both determined to make their mark.

 

Gap Year Fair
Saturday, January 28
Winnetka

It's the largest fair of its kind in the region—spend a few hours learning more about what you can do after you graduate from high school before you go to college. Many different organizations and programs will be on hand to answer your questions. Great for adults looking to take a sabbatical, too!

Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, January 27
Wilmette

Jonesing for some "camp?" It doesn't get better than Dr. Frank M. Furter. Head to Wilmette Theatre this weekend and don't forget the lyrics!

 

2nd Annual Frozen Zucchini Snowshoe Adventure
Sunday, January 29
Barrington

It's time to grab the snow sports equipment and head outdoors. A limited number of snowshoes will be available to rent, but you can always bring your own!

 

Wait! There's more ...

Dave Burleigh at the Laughing Chameleon—Enjoy a great comedy show, then walk next door and pull up a chair at Flight's new piano bar.

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia: Romeo and Juliet—This isn't just ballet—it's Russian ballet! A wondrous date night downtown.

Mahler's Symphony No. 3—Northwestern's phenomenal orchestra tackles a music piece rarely played—and offers North Shore denizens top notch entertainment at a very reasonable price.