''What's On Dec'' w/ Billy Dec, June 13-19

06/13/2013

Thanks for checking out my "What's on Dec" segment every Thursday at 9am. Follow me on facebook.com/BillyDec and twitter.com/BillyDec and please give me feedback if you go to these events and/or have any events you'd like me to share in the future!

Spring Awakening Festival, June 14th-16th at 3:30pm, Soldier Field, $160-250
Details: Join one of Chicago's most popular electronic music festivals, bringing in over 50,000 people! This year's headliners are Calvin Harris, Bassnectar and Moby DJ!
www.springawakeningfestival.com/tickets

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Chicago In-Water Boat Show, June 13th-16th at 11am, 31st Street Harbor, $10
Details: Enjoy Chicago's premier boating event in its 2nd year! The in-water show features great activities such as boating lessons, paddle boarding, jet skiing, banana boat rides, classic boat shows, kayaking, and tons of other events that everyone can enjoy.
www.chicagoinwaterboatshow.com

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Mods vs. Rockers, June 15th at 12pm, Aragon Ballroom, $10-30
The largest urban vintage motorcycle, scooter and hot rod car show in America, returns to Chicago for its 9th year. This event will feature more than 1,000 vintage motorcycles, scooters and hot rod vehicles on display and follow with the "Rockabilly Rumble," live performances by the Reverend Horton Heat, JD McPherson, "Stray Cat" Lee Rocker, and the Supersuckers.
modsvsrockerschicago.com

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Fire Brews & Bites, June 15th at 1:30pm, Roots Pizza, $25
Join the Chicago Fire and celebrate with beer, food and fun activities, while supporting the Chicago Fire Foundation. Enjoy a raffle, beer sampling and take home a commemorative pint glass.
www.chicago-fire.com/2012/firebrewsandbites

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Jammin' at the Zoo, June 22nd at 7pm, Lincoln Park Zoo, $13-24
Lincoln Park Zoo's Jammin' at the Zoo summer concert series continues on June 22nd. Come enjoy live musical guests the Plain White T's with the Super Happy Fun Club as they perform hits like "Hey There Delilah." This concert allows you to get outdoors and groove to music amongst Chicago's favorite animals!
www.lpzoo.org

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ABC 7 Jim Gibbons 5K, June 13th at 6:25pm, Lincoln Park, $15-35
This 19th annual event is for runners who will complete a 3.1 mile course. This event is organized by ABC 7 Jim Gibbons and benefits the Leukemia Research Foundation.
www.gibbons5k.com

An Evening with the Stars of Science and Technology, June 13th at 6:30, The Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum, $250
Join emcee, Fox 32 Meteorologist, Tammie Souza and explore the Adler after hours. You will witness the beautiful skyline in the Sky Theater while sipping on cocktails and listening to live jazz music.
www.facebook.com/C2ST1

Rockit Concert Series: Keith Masters, June 13th at 10pm, Rockit Bar & Grill, FREE
Details: Come kick off the summer with Rockit Music Series with live entertainment from Keith Masters, a Chicago local electronic-pop artist.
www.rockitbarandgrill.com

B96 Pepsi Summer Bash, June 15th at 4pm, Toyota Park, $26-92
Join Chicago's B96 and special celebrity guest host Miley Cyrus as they host this summer's Pepsi Summer Bash. Enjoy musical guests such as Zedd, Sammy Adams, Avril Lavigne, Timeflies, Demi Lovato, Ne-Yo, Afrojack and final act Macklemore & Ryan Lewis!
b96.cbslocal.com/content-vertical/b96-pepsi-summerbash

Taste of Randolph Street, June 14th at 6pm, West Loop, $10
This three day festival brings together some of the Windy City's best music and food for an event to benefit the West Loop Community Organization. This festival brings together some of Randolph Street's best restaurants including BellyQ, Publican, De Cero Taqueria and more. There will be live entertainment provided by the The Mid.
tasterandolph.com

Family Sports Festival, June 14th-15th at 3pm, Butler Field in Grant Park, FREE
This community event provides people with an opportunity to experience a wide range of different sports through interactive stations featuring more than 25 sports and activities. Get the chance to meet local Olympians, Paralympians and Chicago's professional sport teams. Participate in games, win prizes and get autographs throughout the day.
www.worldsportchicago.org/programs/family-sports-festival

6th Annual Chefs on the Grill, June 19th at 5:30pm, The Plaza at The Park Grill, $75
Greet summer with hot grills and cool drinks at the ultimate grilling competition. Enjoy an alfresco evening while interacting with the chefs, tasting their signature grill & cocktail recipes, and helping to crown a winner! There will be live music by band "The Walk-Ins", silent auction, raffle prizes, and much more! All proceeds benefit Special Olympics Chicago. www.sochicago.org

Bastille Day, June 13th at 4pm, Daley Plaza, FREE
Celebrate the French National Day! Feel as if you're in Paris with French food, French music, and French entertainment! Enter to win raffle prizes, including a round trip ticket from Chicago to Paris!
bastilledaychicago.org/bienvenue.php

44th Annual Chicago Pride Festival, June 22nd-23rd at 11am, Northalstead, $8
It's all about LGBT pride, a week before the Annual Pride Parade. This festive event marks the first official party of summer. Hosted by the Northalstead Business Alliance, and featuring musical acts Aubrey O'Day, Dev, and Deborah Cox.
chicago.gopride.com/calendar/event.cfm/id/160850

Oakley Festa Pasta Vino, June 14th- 16th at 5pm, Oakley Avenue, $3-5 Donation
This activity is perfect for the whole family. Enjoy Italian food from local restaurants, a wine bar, dance performances, and also live music from The Bronx Wanderers. There will be plenty of activities for the kids.
www.oshows.com/#!festa-pasta-vino/c118m

Blue Ribbon SuperZoo Picnic, June 14th at 6pm, Lincoln Park Zoo, $8-10
This event is a special night for members of the zoo that will feature a carousel and train rides as well as pie eating contests, bingo, games, dancing, la live DJ and more.
http://www.lpzoo.org

Joffrey Blue Masquerade Ball, June 14th at 8pm, Joffrey Tower, $85
Join the Joffrey Auxiliary Board as they host a fabulous ball on June 14th. Come in your swankiest cocktail attire and be ready to dance while you enjoy complimentary cocktails and small bites from some of Chicago's best eateries. Don't forget to bring your mask!
www.joffrey.com

Summer Wine Crawl, June 14th at 6pm, 694 Wine and Spirits, $35-190
Begin the crawl at 694 Wine and Spirits and then hop on a luxury bus and travel to 3-4 locations around the city. Taste over 20 different wines and then head back to the starting location for a DJ after party!
www.localwineevents.com/events/detail/476601

TBS Just for Laughs Chicago: Seth Myers, June 14th at 7:30pm, Chicago Theatre $39-49
This awesome comedy event will take place on June 14th at the Chicago Theatre. The show will include "Saturday Night Live's" Seth Myers, Al Madrigal from the "Daily Show with Jon Stewart", and Hannibal Buress, former writer on the popular television series "30 Rock". This is sure to be a night full of laughter and one to remember.
www.justforlaughschicago.com/justforlaughschicago/stories/story/0,,265805,00.html

Bid For a Cause, June 14th at 7pm, Peggy Notebaert Museum, $175
Take part in a live auction during the All Chicago's Annual Fundraising Gala to Celebrate the Emergency Fund's 40th birthday! This auction allows you to boogie down 70s style, all while helping the Emergency Fund raise awareness for homelessness and the emergency assistance needs for the Chicago Community.
emergencyfund.org

Lincoln Park Greek Fest, June 14th-June 16th at 5pm at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, FREE
This three day festival is full of good food and live music. Local bands Northside and Republic Steel will be there to provide the entertainment, while guests enjoy food vendors and an inflatable obstacle course.
www.stgeorgechicago.net

Moby: Official Spring Awakening After Party, June 14th at 10pm, The MID, $20
If you missed him headline Spring Awakening Music Festival, come see MOBY DJ at The MID during an official After Party sponsored by the Festival. Watch this legendary DJ spin hits such as Porcelain and South Side featuring No Doubt's Gwen Stefani!
www.themidchicago.com

Father's Day Cookout, June 15th, at 1pm, West Chicago Library District, FREE
This is a great event for families to come together to celebrate those special men in their lives. There will be a traditional BBQ where parents can learn grilling tips, as well as crafts and activities for the kids. Bring the whole family out for this fun day.
www.westchicago.lib.il.us

LivingSocial Beer Fest, June 15th at 7pm, Lincoln Park Zoo, $39
At this event you will be able to sample a variety of craft beers while exploring the zoo's exhibits. To go along with the beer, there will also be food trucks as well as food tasting stations.
www.lpzoo.org

Goodman Theatre's Scenemakers Board Scene Soiree, June 15th at 7pm, Ignite Glass Studios, $85
Come dressed in your best summer cocktail attire to this great night of fashion and fun inspired by the theatre's production of The Jungle Book. There will be fashion presentations by local designers Borris Powell, JToor, and Crystal B. Designs, as well as a silent auction, open bar, appetizers, and live DJs.
www.goodmantheatre.org/season/scene-soiree

SausageFest Chicago, June 15th-16th at 12pm, Sheffield and Addison, $5 suggested donation
This is the third year of this event in which local meat shops and restaurants assemble to sell their encased meats. There will be live music, crafts, and the "Sausage King of Chicago" will also be crowned.
www.sausagekingchicago.com

The Glo Run Chicago 5k, June 15th at 8:55pm, Grant Park, $37-50
Get ready for the 5k party run/walk of your life. Experience the craziness of running a 5k course alive with exciting colors and effects jumping to on course DJs all while sporting glow in the dark shirt and swag. Everything's more exciting at night. Proceeds benefit Back on My Feet Foundation.
www.theglorun.com/theglorun_chicago.html

Metropolitan Board of the Chicago Urban League Gala, June 15th at 7pm, Dolphin Lounge, $75-160
A social occasion with special entertainment and performances, help support Metropolitan Board of the Chicago Urban League Gala improve the city of Chicago. Celebrate all the good work and empowerment this organization has put forth over the past 30 years!
www.metroboard.org/mb-events

6 Corners BBQ Fest, June 15th-16th at 12pm, Irving Park Road and Cicero Avenue, $15-30 Enjoy BBQ from six different restaurants, local musicians including Ezra Furman & Molehill. This family-friendly event also has a Kids Corner complete with tae kwon do demonstrations, a Saturday concert from Super Stolie, and a Sunday presentation by CircEsteem with interactive components.. All profits from the fest will go toward local art organizations. http://6cornersbbqfest.com/

Chicago Care's Serve-a-thon, June 15th at 8:30am, Daley Plaza, $35
Come join thousands of volunteers during one of the city's largest one-day community service events! Volunteers helps fix up and beautify schools, libraries, parks, and playgrounds in underserved communities. Enjoy live music, food, and drinks, as well as, guest speaker Chelsea Clinton's opening remarks.
www.chicagocares.org/SAT

Father's Day Brunch Specials at Tavern on Rush 1031 North Rush Street, Prices Vary
Looking for a nice way to celebrate with Dad for Father's Day? Tavern on Rush is offering some great brunch and dinner specials. Come and share a delicious meal with those special men in your life!
www.tavernonrush.com/promotions

Glam Launch Party, June 13 from 7-11pm at Gallery 225 (225 W. Hubbard St.)
Although Macy's Glamorama 2013 won't hit the stage in Chicago until Aug. 9, 2013, guests who purchase their Glamorama ticket prior to June 13 will gain access to not only the main event, but to an additional pre-event celebration the Glam Launch Party on June 13. Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres by Food For Thought, sip on cocktails by Tito's Vodka and dance to music spun by DJ Sye Young, all while mingling with some of Chicago's most respected designers.
www.RonaldHouseChicago.org/Glam2013

Father's Day Brunch at Odyssey Cruises, June 16th at 11:15am, Navy Pier, $37.95-62.90
Celebrate Father's Day on the open seas of Lake Michigan. Enjoy a delicious brunch, which includes cocktails for dads and mimosas. Make it a memorable Father's Day with live entertainment and beautiful views of the Magnificent Mile.
www.odysseycruises.com/Chicago/fathers-day

Calvin Harris: Official Spring Awakening After Party, June 16th at 10pm, the MID, $50
Watch this Spring Awakening Music Festival Headliner perform his final set in Chicago of the weekend. Hear his most popular hits such as Sweet Nothing featuring Florence Welch, I Need Your Love featuring Ellie Goulding, and We Found Love featuring Rihanna!
www.themidchicago.com

US Men's Soccer vs. Honduras Watch Party, June 18th at 8pm, Petrillo Banshell, FREE
Come join the US Soccer Organization, as they partner with the City/Park Distract and the Chicago Sports Commission, to watch the US Men's Soccer team match up against Honduras in a World Cup qualifying game! Enjoy a Fan Fest before the game with games, clinics, food/drink, and Chicago Fire players! www.ussoccer.com

Shakers and Stirrers Chicago, June 18th at 5:30 pm, at Cityscape Bar, $10-$20
Get ready to mix and mingle with top professionals from all over the city at this business-networking event. Ticket prices include appetizers and one drink ticket and to make sure you follow up with all those new contacts, guests will receive a list of attendees following the event.
www.networkingforprofessionals.com/eventlistings.php?event=SSCH

Bar Talk, June 18th at 6:30 pm, Gale Street Inn, $50
Come out and support Fresh Moves, a non-profit that provides fresh produce to underprivileged neighborhoods. You will be able to help this great cause by attending a delicious dinner buffet featuring salmon, jambalaya, and ribs. Matt Spiegel and Greg Kot, Chicago radio personalities, will be the special guests of the evening.
www.galestreet.com/events.html

Father's Day BBQ, June 16th at 11:30 am, Morton Arboretum, $6-11
This beautiful location is celebrating Father's Day this year with a southern BBQ including ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and much more. After lunch, families can explore the Tree House Tales and other various exhibitions.
www.mortonarb.org

Engagement Trends Event, June 20th at 6pm, Loft on Lake, FREE
If you're looking to plan your perfect summer wedding then join Debi Lilly, celebrity planner of A Perfect Event, and Elise Hofer from CS Modern Luxury, as they host the Engagement Trends Event. This event will have a roaring 20's meets mid-century modern feel, complete with dancing, cocktails, and all the ideas you'd need for a perfect wedding.
www.loftonlake.com

Green Music Fest 2013, June 22nd-23rd, Damen Avenue, $5 suggested donation
This event reflects the environmentally-conscious neighborhoods of Wicker Park and Bucktown with original live music, green vendors, and local retail & art. Music includes Manchester Orchestra and many others!
www.greenmusicfestchicago.com/contact.html

Jake Peavy and Friends Charity Jam, June 23rd at 8pm, Joe's Bar, $25
Join Chicago White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy for a night of music at Joe's Bar. In addition to the great music, there will be a raffle and silent auction, as well as a buffet dinner and open bar.
joesbar.com/event.php

Red Bull Creation Finals, June 12-16th, McCarren Park in Brooklyn, FREE
Come and enjoy a fierce competition of innovative technology. Watch as the six finalists, including Chicago's own MB Labs, compete in a 72-hour themed LIVE build. Enjoy the creativity, as they battle to win a trip to the Northside's NeXT Expo in Maui!
creation.redbull.com