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13 things to do on 3/2/2008

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.

02.07-03.06 6:30-7:30pm
Beginners Belly Dancing with Leeza
Angels Among Us
7112 171st Street
Tinley Park, IL 60477
708.444.8335
www.angelsamongusonline.com
angelsamongus2007 at sbcglobal.net
This is a low impact class taught by an authentic Middle-Easterner. You’ll learn some basic moves, how to put them together, and some interesting facts on the origins of this Arabian Folk Dance! $40 for the entire 4-week series or $15/session. Thursdays, with no class St. Valentine Day.

02.14-03.09
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble presents “Rabbit Hole”
McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL
630.942.4000
www.atthemac.org
jnavarro at gr-pr.com
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2007, “Rabbit Hole” explores the unraveling of a couple, Becca and Howie, after the tragic loss of their 4-year-old son. Call for more info or to purchase tickets.

02.14-03.31 9am-4pm
Library Exhibit: The Language of Flowers
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.5440
www.chicagobotanic.org
Charming examples of the Victorian fascination with floral symbolism are featured in this exhibit, which opens on Valentine’s Day. A free library talk, “Is a Rose Just a Rose? Decoding the Language of Flowers,” will be given on Saturday, March 8 at 2 p.m. 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.

03.01-03.30
Study Tai Chi with China’s Champions
1511 West Fullerton, near Ashland, Chicago
773.327.4710
Free Introduction. Master Song has won national championships university trained. Tai Chi relieves stress, improves energy and transforms habits. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

03.01-05.31 9am-5pm
George Washington Carver Exhibit
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
312.922.9410
www.fieldmuseum.org
Born into slavery, George Washington Carver became a trail-blazing scientist whose experiments with plants laid the groundwork for today’s research on plant-based fuels, medicines, and everyday products. A true humanitarian, his extraordinary persistence and compassion nourished a lifelong mission to bring practical knowledge to those in need.

03.02 10am
Wacky 5K Run
Plumbers’ Hall, 1340 W. Washington, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
17th annual event celebrates the end of National Snack Food Month (February) with a post-event snack buffet. Run beneficiary: Chicago’s Blind Service Association.

03.02 1:30pm-3:30
Intro to Jin Shin Jyutsu
The Center for Sustainable Community Office 127 Sun St. Stelle, IL
90 minutes from downtown Chicago
708.828.4325
Web site
julie at centerforsustainablecommunity.org
Learn this ancient art that harmonizes and balances your energy using some of the same principles as acupressure and acupuncture.

03.02 1pm
Gardening for Wildlife
Trailside Museum
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, IL
708.366.6530
www.fpdcc.com
Join us for a program and discussion about the plants and other elements needed to make your home garden wildlife-friendly - whether you want to attract butterflies, birds, or every critter. Adult program; free. Please register by calling 708-366-6530.

03.02 6am-7:30pm
Meditative Hiking
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Ave., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
info at Lifesurfing.org
A guided meditative hike with several awareness exercises in and with nature.
Please visit www.Lifesurfing.org for more details. Fee: $75 incl. workshop, 3 meals and driving to a State Park. Register on the website. First Sunday of each month.

03.02 12-2pm
Meditation & Oneness Blessing/Deeksha
Northshore Healing Centre
222 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
630.244.4127
www.onenessmovement.org
kath77 at core.com
The Oneness Blessing is a non-denominational benediction. It is the transfer of Divine Energy, which over time is designed to bring about the state of Oneness in the recipient. This energy has been brought to the world through Divine Grace and is being bestowed upon humanity.

03.02-03.03 1-3pm
Volunteer Opportunity Fair
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
847.835.8392
www.chicagobotanic.org/volunteer
Attendees can meet informally with staff and current volunteers to learn about opportunities to help the Garden both indoors and out. Light refreshments will be served. For more information on volunteer opportunities, call (847) 835-8392, or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/volunteer.

03.02-03.30 2:30-4:30pm
Creative Health Institute
112 W. Union City RdUnion City, Michigan 49094
517.278.6260
www.creativehealthinstiute.com
wheatgrassnina at aol.com
Join us for a Luscious Raw Gourmet Buffet and Open House. Donation.

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