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17 things to do on 6/7/2008

05.17-06.27 6pm
Every Day People
5205 N. Clark
kristen at gracePRgroup.com
Every Day People is LGBT themed exhibit that focuses on how gender and sexuality are embedded in the banal and mundane aspects of every day life. It features work by artists Brooke Barnett, Sean Fader, Doug Ischar, Molly Landreth and Jared Buckhiester.

Saturday 5/17, 5/24, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21 2-4pm
The Option Method For Happiness
Insight Awareness
Center For Self Discovery
18112 Martin Ave.
Homewood, IL 60430
708.957.1284
www.insightawareness.com
infor at insightawareness.com
Learn an empowering life-skill that you can use any time to increase your joy, self-confidence and peace of mind. $90

05.22-06.14 pm
Sweet Confinement Presented by Sinnerman Ensemble
The Side Project, 1439 W Jarvis Ave., Chicago, IL 60626.
773.728.3361
www.sinnermanensemble.com
sinnermanensemble at yahoo.com
SiNNERMAN Ensemble presents their second production, the world premiere of “Sweet Confinement,” written by Artistic Director Anna Carini and directed by Anna Bahow, a violent, funny and heartbreaking journey of five twenty-something friends.

06.01-06.22
The Prisoner’s Dilemma
Theatre Mir at West Studio Theatre, Raven Theatre Complex, 6157 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60660
312.458.9855
www.theatremir.com
Two sides battle for the fate of a country in David Edgar’s epic drama about peace, war and negotiation. Chicago premiere. The inaugural production of Theatre Mir, dedicating to encouraging discussion about global, social and political issues through theatre productions, humanities events and educational programs.

06.06-06.08 5-1:30pm
Living Deeply: The Art and Science of Transformation in Every Day Life Signature Workshop
Techny Towers Conference and Retreat Center, 2001 Waukegan Rd., Techny, IL
707.779.8212
www.livingdeeply.org
cfarrell at noetic.org
Sponsored by Institute of Noetic Sciences. Presented by authors Marilyn Mandala Schlitz, PhD, Cassandra Vieten, PhD. Registration required. CEUs available.

06.06-06.08
Jeff Fest
Higgins & Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
773.868.3010
www.chicagoevents.com
8th annual community fest in Chicago’s Jefferson Park neigborhood features food, music, activities for kids and arts & crafts. Performing on Friday night: rock legends Foghat. Hours vary. $5 donation.

06.06-06.08
BreakThrough Weekend Retreat for Men Victories of the Heart
Camp Emmaus in Mount Morris, IL
312.604.5013
www.victoriesoftheheart.net
admin at victoriesoftheheart.net
Victories of the Heart has helped over 4,000 men achieve real and positive change with our BreakThrough Weekend for Men. During this powerful retreat led by experienced facilitators, a man can find a safe, supportive place to share his thoughts, explore his feelings, deepen his connections, and renew his spirit.

06.06-06.10 6:45pm
The Secret of the Breath- The Art of Living Course
Chicago, Schaumburg, Lisle, Park Ridge (in Polish), Milwaukee
312.384.1001
www.artofliving.org
chicago at us.artofliving.org
Discover how to Calm the Mind, manage the emotions, live in the present, & bring joy & success to life!

06.06-06.15 10am-9pm
Little City Used Book Sale
4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, IL, 60077
847.221.7856
www.LittleCityBookSale.com
booksale at littlecity.org
The Little City Used Book Sale is the largest event of its kind in Illinois with more than 200,000 used books, comics and collectible magazines. The weeklong sale will feature dozens of authors appearances, readings and children’s events.

06.07 1-4:30pm
Meditation Workshop for Beginners
1418 W. Howard St. at Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
773.262.1468
www.Lifesurfing.org
amona at lifesurfing.org
This workshop offers an introduction into a variety of playful meditation methods, including active meditation and silent meditation practices.

06.07 2-5pm
Ayurveda and Yoga
Chicago Yoga Center
3047 N Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773.327.3650
www.yogamind.com
suddha at mindspring.com
Gain a deeper understanding of Ayurveda and Yoga, and your bodily constitution to bring balance into your life.

06.07 9am-12pm
Tibetan Sound Healing workshop & ceremony with Lama Lobsang Palden
Infinity Foundation
1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
847.831.8828
www.infinityfoundation.org
blueberyl at sbcglobal.net
Traditional Tibetan instruments create resonant medicine to permeate the space with healing sound. Breathing exercises open the channels and wake up the energy, while mantras expand consciousness and increase awareness, generating peace.

06.07 10am-5:30pm
Level One Reiki
Equilibrium, 47 W. Polk St., Suite M-5, Chicago 60605
312.786.1882
www.equilibrium-e3.com
info at equilibrium-e3.com
Bernadette Doran, RMT, teaches traditional Usui Reiki, hands-on energy healing that rebalances health, inner harmony. $150 including textbook. Reservations required.

06.07 1-4pm
Discover the Secrets of Chinese Health Balls
Eagle Academy
2 S 525 Route 59,
Warrenville, Il 60555
630.229.4434
www.7starsma.com
john at 7starsma.com
Join us for our new three hour workshop, discover the benefits and history and why they have been made for 1,000 years. Practice the basic techniques, learn massage and see some of the advanced skills.

06.07 6-10pm
Silent Nation Project
Yolot Atecocolli
2005 S. Blue Island, Chicago, IL
www.standingsilentnation.com/events.html
suree at prairiedustfilms.com
Introduction to the Silent Nation Project. Screenings of “Standing Silent Nation” and current work from Guatemalan indigenous communities with discussion/Q&A. Local music, drumming, DJ’s, poetry, live art, silent auction, raffles and more. Proceeds benefit White Plume fire rebuild, Lakota Media Project and Guatemala’s Maya Pedal.

06.07-06.08 10:30am-7pm
Body Chakra Spirit Fair
The Chakra Shoppe
5034 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
773.271.3054
www.chakrashoppe.com
info at chakrashoppe.com
Free Lectures, free snacks, video screenings and sessions for $1 per minute. Chakra Analysis and Healing, Akashic Records Readings, Tarot Readings, Chinese Energy Healing, Reiki, Massage & More!

06.07-06.13
2008 Bicycle Commuter Challenge
Chicagoland
www.biketraffic.org
The Bicycle Commuter Challenge dares organizations to earn the highest percentage of employees to use their bike for some or all of their commute during Bike to Work Week, June 7-13. Winners announced at August ceremony. Biking is healthy, green and fun!

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