Ravinia Centennial Lecture

As part of the Ravinia Festival's centennial, the Newberry Library will host CEO Welz Kauffman on Saturday, June 19, for "The Ravinia Festival at 100," an illustrated lecture on the history of one of the most famous summer music festivals in America. The program will feature a live performance by a Ravinia artist and a display of materials from the Ravinia Festival archives, which are held at the Newberry. The program will take place at 11 a.m. at the Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St., Chicago.

Admission is free to all ages. For more information, call (312) 255-3700.

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Movieside Film Fest

Movieside film fest returns to the Biograph Theater (2433 N Lincoln Ave) Friday, June 18 and Saturday, June 19, with performances and screenings at 8 pm and midnight. Tickets are $8 pre-sale and $10 at the door.

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The Magnificent Ambersons @ the Music Box

The Music Box's Orson Welles Weekend Matinee Series starts rolling with The Magnificent Ambersons, one of the few instances I can say that I've read the novel yet not seen the movie -- no film lover should miss seeing this on the big screen. His follow-up to Citizen Kane, Welle's adaptation of Booth Tarkington's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1918 novel, tells the story of a bratty rich kid who eventually gets the comeuppance he deserves against the backdrop of a rapidly changing, late 19th century America. While widely considered "mutilated" by studio cuts, my dad says it was still really good. June 19 & 20: 11:30 a.m.

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Svengoolie 25th anniversary

If the name Svengoolie doesn't ring a bell, then you're missing out on a wonderful little slice of Chicago history. Rich Koz has been playing the horror film show host for 25 years now (taking over the Svengoolie name from Jerry G. Bishop, who originated the character in the early 1970s). Tonight on Svengoolie's current home, WCIU-26, Svengoolie will look back at the last 25 years with plenty of clips and treats for fans. And of course there'll be a horror movie to watch: the creepy classic The Screaming Skull. Svengoolie celebrates tonight from 9:00 to 11:00, and fans of classic horror movies (and movie show hosts) should definitely check it out.

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Healthcare for All Rally

Head out to Lincoln Park today at Noon for the Healthcare for All Rally. Former presidential hopeful Howard Dean will be joining the Rev. Jesse Jackson and others to talk about "a national healthcare program that covers everyone." The rally will be taking place just south of Lincoln Park Zoo. Visit the Chicago Jobs for Justice website for more information.

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Chi-Town Squares Square Dance

Looking for a square dance? Since 1987, the Chi-Town Squares has promoted and taught modern square dancing. They welcome all dancers, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, ethnic background, or sexual orientation. Dances take place at the Ebenezer Church Community Center at 1640 W. Foster. Classes don't start till September, but you can swing your partner tonight!

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Make your own Sock Monkey!

As part of the current exhibit of outsider art at Intuit, the gallery is offering a "Make your own Sock Monkey" workshop today at 1:30 PM. There will be two other workshops in the coming weeks: "Make your own Popsicle Stick Creation" on June 26, and "Make your own Bottlecap Centerpiece" on July 31. Each workshop is $20 per person and includes materials. Call for reservations. Intuit: 756 N. Milwaukee. (312) 243-9088.

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Beverly Arts Fair

The Beverly Arts Fair is also taking place this weekend at the Beverly Arts Center at 111th & Western. The two-day fine arts festival features fine art booths, food, drink and live music. Head on over June 19 - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and June 20 - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Highland Games

Och aye! The 2004 Illinois St. Andrew Society Highland Games happen today at the Oakbrook Polo Grounds in Oakbrook. Scottish foods, Scottish events (sheep herding, Parade of Tartans, quoits, Highland dancing, etc.), and plenty of stuff to keep you and your family entertained. Admission: $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 children. Check the Website for full info, why don't you. Oakbrook Polo Grounds: 31st & York Road, Oakbrook.

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Seurat exhibit @ Art Institute

The latest Art Institute special exhibition, Seurat and the Making of La Grande Jatte, opens today. The main feature of the collection of the 130-piece display will be a computer-reconstructed version of Seurat's "A Sunday on La Grande Jatte," with the colors adjusted to appear as it would have when the painting was first unveiled in 1886. Tickets may be purchased online or at the Art Institute. Check the Website for hours of the exhibit. The Art Institute of Chicago: 111 S. Michigan. (312) 443-3600.

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Artists of the Wall Festival

The 11th annual Artists of the Wall Festival also takes place this weekend. More than 100 local artist will collaborate on a 600-foot long mural along Chicago's lakefront at Loyola Park Beach. If you want to participate, pick up your entry form at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse at 1230 W. Greenleaf Avenue. The cost to enter is $20. Or, just come and watch and enjoy the entertainment including live music. The festival takes place June 19 and 20. The mural must be completed by 2 p.m. on June 20 with an awards ceremony at 5 p.m.

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Lincoln Park Festival

The Lincoln Park Festival kicks off this wekend with the usual mix of live music, food, and arts and crafts vendors. Your $7 "donation" benefits the Mid-North Association. Bands this year include the Waco Brothers and Glenn Tilbrook. The fun begins on June 19 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and June 20 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Puerto Rican Parade

This annual parade kicks off at Noon today at Columbus and Balbo Drives. Either a chance to show your Puerto Rican pride or a warning to avoid traffic downtown today.

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Taste of Randolph Street

This annual event includes live bands, cooking demonstrations, tasty treats from local restaurants, arts and crafts, and much more. The festival takes place near 1200 W. Randolph St. at Racine Avenue. Bands this year include Fountains of Wayne and Galactic. A suggested donation of $6 before 5 p.m. and $10 after 5 p.m. is "requested." Festival hours are June 18: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., June 19: Noon - 10 p.m., and June 20: Noon - 10 p.m.

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Jefferson Park Community Festival

The Jefferson Park Community Festival is taking place this weekend at the intersection of Higgins and Milwaukee Avenue. The festival, which includes arts and crafts, live music and food, runs June 18 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and June 19 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. A $5 donation is requested.

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