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Tuesday trivia at State
Accept the challenge
We put Chicago’s best trivia and game nights to the test. Now it’s your turn. By Madeline Wolfson
here will be plenty of rowdy competition to see in Chicago’s bars this season (hello, Bulls and Blackhawks). But you don’t just have to be a spectator. Get in on the competitive action and play for the big win at a bar quiz night. Not all competitions are created equal, so we got down and nerdy to scope out the city’s best tests of knowledge. Up for the challenge?
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Q: Which Chicago trivia night gives away the best prizes? A: Tuesday Trivia at State More than 40 teams battle it out each week in this test of general knowledge where $800 cash is at stake. The odds are against you, but no matter what, everyone has a chance to win blenders, TVs or even a neon Bears sign in the postgame prize raffle. Arrive early or forget
scoring a seat. 935 W Webster Ave (773-975-8030, state
-chicago.com). Tue 8pm; free.
Q: Which sexy trivia night is brought to you in part by an inflatable sex lamb? A: “Kinky Trivia” at Waterhouse
Like a caring lover, this sexy trivia night is relaxed, inviting and nonjudgmental. The all-sex Q&A stays fun and frisky, so no one leaves feeling embarrassed or inadequate. Locals and regs test their sexpertise, take a shot out of the inflatable Lambgina and learn a thing or two about testicles, not-so-vanilla sex acts and Utah’s porn consumption. 3407 N Paulina St (773-871- 1200,
waterhousechicago.com). Tue 8:30pm; free.
Q: Where do serious movie buffs go to get stumped? A: The Logan Theatre’s Movie Trivia
When movie connoisseurs want a real challenge, this is where they play. To stand a chance, you’ll need to have seen the good, the bad and the trashy, with themed rounds as niche as The Films of Kelly Preston. It might be tough, but that makes winning so much sweeter. 2646 N Milwaukee Ave (773-342-5555, thelogantheatre .com). Tue 8pm; free.
Q: Where is the most difficult trivia night in Chicago? A: The Globe Rivaled only by UChicago’s private pub quiz nights, the Globe’s trivia is as hard as it gets, without the pretension. Last place gets to spite-pick a theme for next week. 1934 W Irving Park Rd (773-871-3757,
theglobepub.net). Tue 8pm; $5 donation.
BONUS ROUND Name Chicago’s best
nontrivia game nights
1 Buzzed Spelling Bee at Elbo Room
Get toasted and roasted (seriously, the host holds nothing back) at this fun, foul-mouthed game. As words get tougher, spellers get sloshed on $2 dice shots or cocktails (a.k.a. lifelines). Winner gets a $50 tab. 2871 N Lincoln Ave (773-549- 5549,
elboroomlive.com). Mon 9pm; free.
2 Boiler Room’s PBR Bingo This Pabst-fueled event is a great date night: Cheer each other on, grab some pizza, and bag some serious PBR swag and beers. 2210 N California Ave (773-276-5625,
boilerroomlogansquare.com). First Mon of the month 9pm; free.
3 Movieoke at the Whistler Perform classic movie moments onstage. Talent is not a prerequisite, but if you know Pulp Fiction by heart, you’ll have a blast. 2421 N Milwaukee Ave (773-227-3530,
whistlerchicago.com). First Wed of the month 9pm; free.
GET THE FAMILY OUTTA THE HOUSE Build a robot. Play with penguins. Rock your little ones’ worlds. By Lisa White
FLY HIGH AT THE ACTORS GYMNASIUM Live out your dreams of joining the circus with the Actors Gymnasium, a group that offers training in trapeze, aerial moves and more for kids and adults. Classes range from basic to professional level, where students learn a multitude of circus skills like tumbling, juggling and stilt-walking. It’s a perfect way to stay active and get creative without wearing all those pesky winter layers. 927 Noyes St (847-328- 2795,
actorsgymnasium.org)
GET CRAFTY AT LILLSTREET While adults channel their inner Demi Moores or Patrick Swayzes with a pottery lesson, little ones can get creative with a diverse offering of classes at Lillstreet ,
from painting to puppet-making to cartoon-drawing. Courses range from one-day sessions to multiple weeks, and there are even options for children as young as 18 months. Kids get to use their imaginations to create unique art without parents worrying about any messy cleanup. 4401 N Ravenswood Ave (773-769-4226,
lillstreet.com)
ROBOT ROCK AT ROBOT CITY WORKSHOP Build your own WALL-E at the educational
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and fun Robot City Workshop, where everyone can learn the basics of mechanics. Robot City provides the nuts and bolts (and circuits) for you to build your own mini machines. In advanced classes, older children even learn proper soldering techniques. For the adult set, try igniting a little extra spark in
Lillstreet
your relationship after putting the kids to bed at the after-hours BYOB Robot
Date Night. 3226 N Sheffield Ave (773- 281-1008,
robotcityworkshop.com)
WADDLE WITH A NEW FRIEND AT THE SHEDD Make your trip to the Shedd even more memorable with one of the aquarium’s Extraordinary Experiences. We suggest the Penguin Encounter—after all, we’ll be in an arctic mood—where you’ll learn about these feathery friends (groups are limited to 10). Everyone gets up-close- and-personal penguin time; you’ll be able to pet your new friend and grab a complimentary photo of the special moment. The cost includes express entry to the Shedd, admission to all current exhibits and tickets to the next available aquatic show during your visit. Children must be at least 6 years old to participate. 1200 S Lake Shore Dr (312-939-2438,
sheddaquarium.org)
PHOTOGRAPHS: TOP: JORDAN AVERY; COURTESY LILLSTREET
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