I saw Hannibal a few months ago at Jokes N Notes. The thing about Jokes N Notes is that a lot of comics come through to test out new material so sometimes, they bomb. Hannibal didn't get side splitting laughs that night and I'd almost written him off. Then, yesterday morning, on the drive to work, I heard him again on Chicago Public Radio's 848 and they played a few clips from his act. I had to reconsider my opinion because he had me giggling all the way to work.
Interesting comic, well known in Chicago and is playing this week at Zanies http://www.zanies.com/ in Vernon Hills
Find out more about him at http://www.myspace.com/comedianhannibal
Last year, I blogged about the Cocaine energy drink being sold in stores. Well folks, they ain't got nothin on controversy when it comes to I Love Blow, an energy-drink powder packaged in coke-like vials, that comes with a freebie mirror and fake credit card to mimic the process of snorting cocaine.
Check it out at http://iloveblow.com/
Protest Oil Dependency and Showcase Your Gorgeous Self Love
WNBR-C is a fun and conspicuous event celebrating the end of the oil era, and promoting positive body image. This event is global with dozens of cities participating world-wide, and Chicago routinely setting U.S. turnout records. This is a bare-as-you-dare event, with outfits ranging from body paint to fanciful costumes to beach-wear. Chicago's past rides rallied hundreds of cyclists and numerous skaters covering over a dozen miles of high visibility city tourism and recreation areas. The ride's atmosphere is extremely joyful and transcendently fun.
Bicycles constitute the best solution to reducing America's petroleum addiction and improving public fitness.
Potential riders in Chicago must join the Yahoo group http://ChicagoNakedRide.com for location announcement or call the hotline on ride day: 773-578-6289.
NonRiders can watch at the recommended VIEWING point, Halsted near Belmont some time after 10:15pm-ish and can text JOIN CGONAKEDRIDE to 8762 for announcements and en-route chatter to riders, fans, press, and stragglers.
For more information including where to find this event in your city visit World Naked Bike Ride
Today, Jeremiah graduated from kindergarten. Hallelujah!
We celebrated by going to a traditional English Tea at The Drake Hotel. I thought they might not enjoy it but even though it is a formal tea service, it wasn't stuffy at all. Live harp music plays while high tea is served with finger sandwiches, scones, and French pastries. Champagne, mimosas and bellini's are also available (and yummy) and they served peanut butter & jelly sandwiches to the boys.
The Harpist and Super Personable Maitre D' both came over to our table to talk with the boys and the boys were on their very best, most polite behavior; asking each other if they cared for more sugar or sandwiches, using their napkins and softly applauding after each harpist selection. It was a wonderful experience for all of us.
If you are in or plan to visit Chicago, Tea Time at the Drake should definitely be on your itinerary.
The Drake's Traditional English Tea Service is available daily from 1:00pm - 5:00pm and costs $29.00 for adults and $15.00 for children.
For more information go to visit http://www.thedrakehotel.com/
Here are a few pics from mere moments ago...
I remember when I was young, Mom would bring home yummy Garrett's Popcorn on payday. It was such a treat! Fresh warm cheese popcorn mixed with sweet caramelcrisp (a.k.a The Mix) is pure indulgence.
The Garrett's on Michigan Ave can have lines down the block, the one on State Street is always packed to the walls. Lucky for me, there's a Garrett's inside my office building (Citicorp at 500 W. Madison) and the lines are only long there during the evening rush when folks are grabbing a bag of The Mix before hopping on the Metra commuter trains....hopefully bringing that deliciousness home to their own eager little kids.
Today, the boys came downtown and before they left, we made a quick stop at Garrett's and enjoyed a few cheesy handfuls in the warm sunshine.
Find out more about this Great Chicago Foodie Tradition at http://www.garrettpopcorn.com/
Today, the boys and I along with my best friend Khary headed to the 18th annual Fiesta Back of the Yards. The event spans four blocks in the primarily Mexican community known as the Back of the Yards (1800 W. 47th St) and highlights the ‘hood’s diversity with more than a 100 vendors selling everything from tacos and tortas to jewelry and brews. Three stages feature local DJs, bands and dance groups, and there are carnival games and rides and tons of community outreach services (free condoms at the Planned Parenthood Booth).
The Fiesta is one of many neighborhood festivals being held this weekend and runs through Sunday.
As usual, here are pics from mere moments ago....
I went to High School with Paul. A true Comedic Poetic Genius! Enjoy and afterwards learn more about him at http://www.myspace.com/paulmabon
Back in the Chi and this morning headed downtown with my girl Aisha to Millennium Park and enjoyed a Gospel Brunch at the Park Grill (11 N Michigan). They don't normally have a Gospel Brunch, today's event was a special offering as a part of the 24th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival where choirs from all over come and perform soul stirrin feet stompin hand clappin music right in the middle of our beautiful park.
The restaurant had a really nice spread, chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, omelette station, etc and they made decent mimosas. The Celestials and Light of Love performed at the brunch and really kept the SuperDiverse audience engaged and entertained.
After brunch, we walked through the art installations and the Lurie Garden.
As usual, here are pics from mere moments ago...
