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17 things to do on 2/1/2008

12.05-02.23 11am-12:30pm
Jeet Kune Do Classes
Lincoln Square
773.350.7826
www.jeetkunedochicago.com
barrycoker3 at yahoo.com
Learn the insights and secrets of Bruce Lee’s original Jeet Kune Do taught by internationally respected, Sifu Barry Coker. Saturdays.

01.01-02.10 9am-4pm
Rare Maps: Journeys of Plant Explorers
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org
Maps from the Rare Book Collection of the Lenhardt Library are featured in this exhibition, which reflects the global travels of plant explorers. Visit the library and enter the age of plant exploration through pages of beautiful botanic drawings and illustrations—and, of course, maps! Hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday hours are from noon to 4 p.m. Closed holidays.

01.05-02.23 11am-12:30
Jeet Kune Do Classes
Lincoln Square
www.jeetkunedochicago.com
barrycoker3 at yahoo.com
Learn the insights and secrets of original Jeet Kune Do from internationally respected, Sifu Barry Coker. Weekly classes are now open to the public and filled with non-stop professional instruction and practice. Join our JKD community and build skill, endurance and confidence. For class details and registration call 773.350.7826.

01.05-02.23 12:30-1pm
Internal Martial Arts
Lincoln Square
773.350.7826
barrycoker3 at yahoo.com
Be one of the privileged few to learn ancient forms of Tai Chi and Qi Gong practiced by Shaolin monks.

01.05-02.23 12:30-1pm
Internal Martial Arts
Lincoln Square
773.350.7826
barrycoker3 at yahoo.com
Enhance your health and be one of the privileged few to learn ancient forms of Tai Chi and Qi Gong practiced by Shaolin monks. Passed down through generations, Barry Coker now offers this knowledge to the Chicago community. Register today and find internal balance within your body, mind & spirit.

01.11-02.29 9:15-10am
Pilates in French
Alliance Française,
810 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
Web site
info at af-chicago.org
Pilates is a method of total body conditioning designed to stretch, strengthen and balance the body. Greater physical awareness, better balance and physical rehabilitation are achieved through a sequence of specific exercises and breathing patterns. The workout leaves you energized, grounded and relaxed! Every Friday.

01.11-02.29 10-11am
Yoga in French
Alliance Française
810 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.337.1070
Web site
info at af-chicago.org
This workshop will offer a new and effective way to broaden the ability to speak and think in French! Appropriate workout clothing, a towel and yoga strap and block requested. One-pound weight optional. Every Friday.

01.12-02.29 10:30am-12pm
Ballet in French - exceptional!
Organiser: Alliance Française de Chicago
Location: Joffrey Ballet, 17 N. State Street, Chicago IL 60602
312.337.1070
Web site
info at af-chicago.org
Back by popular demand, Fabrice Calmels, former dancer with the Paris Opera Ballet and principal dancer with the Joffrey Ballet, will conduct this class for two intermediate levels. All instruction will be in French and Ballet vocabulary will be provided. Every Saturday.

01.18-03.07
estudiotres Gallery presents THAW exhibition
5205 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640
www.estudiotres.com/gallery
estudiotres Gallery is proud to announce THAW exhibition beginning on January 18, 2008 and continuing through March 7, 2008. The opening reception will be held on Friday, January 18, 2008 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. THAW features the works of Rob Bondgren, Samia Mirza, Andrew Winship, Nate Wolf, and Davin Youngs. Monday-Friday: 10 am to 5 pm; Saturday and Sunday by appointment.

01.23-02.06 6-7pm
Self Hypnosis for a Vibrant Life
1 E Delaware Place, Chicago
312.640.1584
www.hypno-attraction.com
jaguarmind at earthlink.net
Use self hypnosis to change habits, attitudes and beliefs and move toward the acheivements and pleasures you want. Small class, 4 sessions; includes group hypnosis session, instruction, and self-hypnosis CD valued at $35. Led by mind coach and certified hypnotherapist Wendy Lapidus-Saltz. Jan 23, 30, Feb 6, 13. $185; must pre-register.

01.23-02.13 6-7pm
Self Hypnosis for a Vibrant Life
1 E Delaware, Chicago
312.640.1584
www.hypno-attraction.com
jaguarmind at earthlink.net
Self-hypnosis can help you change habits, attitudes, and beliefs that keep you from pleasures and successes. Learn self-hypnosis for ultimate self help. Small group, pre-reg required.
$185; save $20 if paid by Jan 16. Includes instructional CD worth $35. Led by certified hypnotherapist Wendy Lapidus-Saltz. 4 Wednesdays. Call for details.

02.01 10:30pm-12am
Midnight Yoga
Bloom Yoga Studio
4663 N. Rockwell, Chicago
773.463.9642
www.bloomyogastudio.com
info at bloomyogastudio.com
This class explores the connection between movement, music, and breath and is a great way to refresh your yoga practice.

02.01 7-9pm
Ask The Numerologist!
Ruby Room – a spa for the spirit
1743-45 Division Street
Chicago Il 60622
773.235.2323
www.rubyroom.com
Philip Clark, Ruby Room’s Intuitive Numerologist, spent years of his life trying to disprove numerology. Instead, he became absolutely convinced of the accuracy of numerological life assessments. The focus for the informal and fun evening is “ 2008: Great Numerological Opportunities - Go For The Gusto!”

02.01 7-9:30pm
Community Table
Whole Foods Market
840 Willow Rd., Northbrook, IL
847.205.5353
www.wholefoods.com
dawn.dlugosz at wholefoods.com
After light hors d’oeuvres and a glass of wine, Chef Dawn leads you through the aisles to explore and select produce, meat and seafood to create a dynamic and personalized dinner menu. Then, Dawn creates a feast before your eyes. $60/person.

02.01 6:30-8pm
Groundhog Celebration
Evanston Ecology Center
2024 McCormick Blvd.
Evanston, IL
847.448.8256
cityofevanston.org
Celebrate groundhogs with stories, songs and activities. $4/person.

02.01 7-8pm
Shamanic Spirit Guides
Alchemy Arts
1203 W Bryn Mawr
Chicago IL
312.642.1811
www.lifeforcearts.org
mageworkshops at yahoo.com
Learn about your personal “team” of helpful spirit guides: angels, ancestors and totem animals in this one-hour lecture. FREE.

02.01 7-10pm
Away from Her: Viewing and Discussion
The C. G. Jung Center
817 Dempter Street
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.4848 x221
www.cgjungcenter.org
jung at cgjungcenter.org
Viewing will be followed by discussion with Jackie Mattfeld, Phd and Cate Rondenet, LCSW

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