Member Benefits | September 2010

The following organizations are offering members TWO TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE FULL-PRICE TICKET unless otherwise noted. Offer limited to one pair of tickets per event on an "as available" basis. Call the designated phone number at least 24 hours in advance to reserve seats. Identify yourself as a WFMT Fine Arts Circle member when calling, and bring your membership card when picking up tickets. Not all organizations accept payment by credit card. This offer may not be combined with any other discounts or offers, is not applicable to previously purchased tickets, and allows no refunds or exchanges. Some restrictions may apply.

Music

Northeastern Illinois University's Jewel Box Series: Kinobe & Soul Beat Africa (773) 442-4636
Kinobe is the new voice of Ugandan music ? the inspired synthesis of African roots and world music of traditional and modern instrumentation. He will share the sounds of Uganda and the African continent performing on a wide variety of acoustic instruments. http://jewelbox.neiu.edu
September 10 at 8PM, NEIU Recital Hall, 3701 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL

The Music Institute of Chicago: Quintet Attacca with pianist Mark George (847) 905-1500 ext. 108
The Music Institute of Chicago's 80th Anniversary Concert Series opens with Quintet Attacca featuring pianist Mark George. This program features Mozart's Piano Quintet and works by Piazzolla, D'Rivera, and Ewazen. www.musicinstituteofchicago.org 
September 12 at 3PM, Nichols Concert Hall, Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL

Chicago Chamber Musicians: A Century of Romanticism (312) 819-5806
Chicago Chamber Musicians will perform three passionate works spanning a century of Romanticism. Dohnányi took the symphonic textures of a grander work and concentrated them in his Sextet, creating an intimate homage to his stylistic forbearers. In contrast, Bartók melds the folk tunes of his native Hungary into an entrancing story of devastation and joy in the wake of World War I in his String Quartet No. 2. Schumann's lush and soulful Piano Quartet, written at the end of his chamber music period, explores his most intimate emotions and exemplifies the most influential aspects of the Romantic style. To purchase tickets call the box office and mention this offer. www.chicagochambermusic.org 
September 19 at 7:30PM, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL
September 20 at 7:30PM at Gottlieb Concert Hall, Merit School of Music, 38 South Peoria, Chicago, IL

The Orion Ensemble: Concert 1 (630) 628-9591
The Orion Ensemble opens its 18th season with a lively program featuring Robert Schumann's Fantasy Pieces for Clarinet and Piano, Op. 73, in honor of the composer's 200th birthday; Astor Piazzolla's tango-influenced Four Seasons of Buenos Aires for Violin, Cello and Piano (1965); and Ludwig Van Beethoven's Trio in C Minor for Violin, Viola and Cello, Op. 9, No. 3.  www.orionensemble.org 
September 19 at 7PM, Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, 227 East Side Drive, Geneva, IL
September 22 at 7:30PM, Roosevelt University's Ganz Hall, 430 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
October 3 at 7:30PM, Music Institute of Chicago's Nichols Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL
 
The Music Institute of Chicago: Marcus Roberts Trio (847) 905-1500 ext. 108
The Music Institute of Chicago's 80th Anniversary Concert Series continues with the Marcus Roberts Trio.  A highly innovative and original piano style and deep respect for the great masters of jazz and classical music combine to make Marcus Roberts one of the most diverse and acclaimed artists in jazz. www.musicinstituteofchicago.org 
September 25 at 7:30PM, Nichols Concert Hall, Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL

Opera Up Close: Lyric Opera Season preview
(708) 235-2222 (Use code WFMT)
Add some grandeur to your afternoon with this preview event of the Lyric Opera's unprecedented 56th season. Four members of the Opera Chorus will be on hand to present arias, duets, and ensembles from operas in the upcoming season from Verdi's Macbeth and Bizet's Carmen to Gilbert & Sullivan's The Mikado and Wagner's Lohengrin. WFMT Afternoon Program Host George Preston offers a free, pre-show lecture. In addition, Viennese pastries and coffee will be offered during this intimate performance on The Center's stage. Purchase tickets by calling the box office or online at www.centertickets.net (use online code "WFMT").
September 26 at 4PM, On stage at The Center for Performing Arts, Governors State University, University Park, IL

Southwest Symphony Orchestra: Musical Mischief (708) 802-0686
The Southwest Symphony Orchestra will feature pieces such as Barber of Seville Overture by Rossini; Trois petites pieces montees by Satie; Abduction of Figaro Overture by PDQ Bach; Musical Joke by W.A. Mozart; and CATcerto by Piecaitis, a Chicago premiere featuring YouTube sensation, Nora the Piano Cat. www.southwestsymphony.com 
October 3 at 4PM, Trinity Christian College, Ozinga Chapel Auditorium, 6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights, IL

Chicago Sinfonietta: For the Common Man
(312) 284-1554
Maestro Freeman and guest conductor Harvey Felder lead the Sinfonietta in this celebration of the contributions of laborers in ancient and modern times with selections from Aaron Copland, Michael Daugherty, Leonard Bernstein, and Antonin Dvorak.  Special guests JASC Taiko Drum Ensemble join us on an orchestral arrangement composed by the Sinfonietta's own Reneé Baker. www.chicagosinfonietta.org 
October 3 at 2:30PM, Dominican University, 7900 W Division, River Forest, IL
October 4 at 7:30PM, Symphony Center, 220 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL

Chicago Sinfonietta: Day of the Dead
(312) 284-1554
The Chicago Sinfonietta makes its regular season debut at the Harris Theater with a concert exploring the Latin American tradition of honoring the departed led by guest conductor Hector Guzman. We'll contrast the somber approach of European traditions with the more celebratory nature of Latin cultures, accompanied by visuals curated especially for this concert. www.chicagosinfonietta.org 
October 30 at 7:30PM, Harris Theater for Music & Dance, 205 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

North Shore Choral Society: Ring in the Season! (773) 956-8400
Join the North Shore Choral Society at a fabulous new venue, the Glenview Community Church, for a thrilling performance of holiday music. The NSCS will be joined by Gary Wendt, organist, and The Joyful Ringers handbell choir of Glenview Community Church. To redeem this offer and purchase tickets, please call the box office. www.northshorechoral.org 
November 21 at 3PM, Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm Street, Glenview, IL

Dance and Theatre

LiveWire Chicago Theatre: Hideous Progeny
(312) 742-TIXS (8497) (Use code: WFMT)
It was a dark and stormy night in a house by the lake, when Mary Shelley famously took up her host Lord Byron's challenge to write a terrifying story and created Frankenstein, one of the most famous novels in the Western canon.  Witty, salacious, and often melodramatic, Emily Dendinger's world premiere play directed by Jess Hutchinson depicts the larger than life Romantic figures as the normal teenagers they were - overeducated, egotistical, and ready to change the world.  For tickets visit www.dcatheater.org or call (312) 742-TIXS (8497) and use discount code WFMT. Discounted parking is available at Wabash Randolph Self Park at 20 E. Randolph.  Patrons can receive the $10 rate by validating their ticket at the Storefront Theater box office. Offer valid through September 26, Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30PM; Sundays at 3PM. DCA Storefront Theater, 66 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
 
Lifeline Theatre: Wuthering Heights
(773) 761-4477 (Use code: WFMT)
Inseparable from childhood, Heathcliff and Cathy believe themselves eternally bound. But when they are brutally torn apart, the resulting course of retribution provides an unflinching look into the cyclic nature of revenge and the unknowable passions of the heart. Travel across Yorkshire's stormy moors with one of literature's darkest antiheroes in this legendary tale of devotion and redemption. An epic love story, re-imagined as a highly physical work of powerful imagery. Purchase tickets through the box office or online at www.lifelinetheatre.com and use code "WFMT."
Valid for Thursday and Friday performances through October 1st Lifeline Theatre, 6912 North Glenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL

Chicago Shakespeare Theater: Romeo and Juliet (312) 595-5600 (Use code: WFMT)
Pure and hot, passionate and true - the feverish intensity of youth explodes on CST's stage in the most celebrated love story of all time.  Passion stirs the blood of young lovers and feuding families, hurling their fates to destiny - and captivating an audience left breathless.  World-renowned Australian director Gale Edwards, whose work has been seen at the Royal Shakespeare Company across America, makes her CST debut with a startling landmark production - promising to ignite the Bard's poetry on Chicago Shakespeare's stage.
For tickets call the box office and mention your WFMT membership, or use promotion code "WFMT" when you order tickets online at www.chicagoshakes.com.
Valid for any Tuesday - Friday evening performance in September; runs September 15 - November 21
Chicago Shakespeare's Courtyard Theater on Navy Pier, 800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

Theatre Y: Juliet: A Dialogue About Love
(312) 988-9000
Theatre Y presents "Juliet" by award-winning playwright András Visky; a story about testing a woman's enduring love, "Juliet" documents Visky's childhood through his mother's eyes. After World War II, Visky's father was sentenced to 22 years in prison by the Communist authorities for "acting against public order," while his mother, himself and his 6 siblings were deported to a Romanian gulag a thousand kilometers from their home.
Redeem this offer by showing your Fine Arts Circle member card at the door. www.theroyalgeorgetheatre.com.
Valid for performances on Thursdays at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM, September 10 - October 3
Royal George Theatre, 1641 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL

Other

The Armadillo’s Pillow
Used books – common, uncommon and hard-to-find! 15% discount on all items, except gift certificates. 6753 Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL (773) 761-2558. www.ArmadillosPillow.com

Styl Shoe Store
15% off on designer shoes for men and women. www.stylshoestore.com
2949 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 244-9369

Shen Shen Health and Harmony
15% discount on acupuncture and massages. 2764 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL (773) 935-4325 www.shenshenhealth.com

The Suzuki-Orff School of Music
10% off total tuition for One Quarter. (Offer valid for students only)
Early Childhood Program for Ages 6 months – 4½ years and Instrumental program for 4½ years to Adult
1148 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL (312) 738-2646 www.suzukiorff.org

Polish American Contractors Association
10% discount on commercial and residential construction and remodeling. 6005 Irving Park Road, #203, Chicago, IL (773) 318-9229. www.pacba.com

Fleetwind Ski Club
20% off new membership. PO Box 607811, Chicago, IL (773) 973-4417. www.skifleetwind.com

Joe’s Expert Auto Inc.
10% discount on import auto repair. $100 Maximum. 2740 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL (773) 862-6200. www.jexpertauto.com

Clergy for Weddings
Wedding officiants. Discount of $75 for each couple who use our services and are being married on the reception site. 11136 S. Whipple St., Chicago, IL (773) 445-2121

Karunya Rasa Revolutionary Facial Products
All natural cosmetic sprays. 25% discount (free shipping).
4901 N. Christiana Ave., Chicago, IL (773) 754-8061 www.Motherearthfountainofyouth.com

Anderson Chiropractic, Ltd.
Chiropractic clinic. 25% discount. 2105 N. Division St., Chicago, IL (773) 342.3221

Ellen Elizabeth Mosher, Concert Pianist
Solo piano entertainment for events. $50 credit on a standard 3-hour performance engagement on tuned piano. Call Monday – Saturday only, 10am – 6pm. 1033 W. Loyola Ave., Suite 1301, Chicago, IL (773) 465-4098.

The Polish Museum of America
Two for one admission to special exhibits. 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL (773) 384-3352. www.thepolishmuseumofamerica.org

Taste America Catering
Full service catering for your next event. 10% off food and beverages with a minimum order of $1,000. Place orders directly with Jim Boardman, President, for VIP (312) 644-0606 x121.
455 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Suite 610, Chicago, IL www.tasteamerica.net

Chicago Aquarium Company
20% off fish and supplies, 10% off glass aquariums. 5040 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL
(773) 878-8474 www.chicagoaquariumco.com

Extreme Organizing, Inc.
Professional Organizing Services for your home or office. Complementary consultation and 10% off regular price of services. Chicago and suburbs only. 540 North Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
(312) 832.1690 www.extremeorganizing.com

The China Doll
Fine accommodations for business travelers and vacationers in three Chicago area locations. 10% discount for first time guests-mention WFMT. 738 West Schubert Ave., Chicago, IL
(773) 525-4967 www.chinadollguesthouse.com

Spa Constantine Day Spas
15% off a $115 gift certificate. Available online only at www.spaconstantine.com
under “instant gift certificate” & “services”. Use the Fine Arts Circle Donor Organization from the “Special Promotion” drop-down menu. Oak Park, Downers Grove and Batavia, IL. Call (630) 969-1047 or (708) 383-5333.

Olive & Well
Gourmet gift and tasting shop. 15% off any Olive & Well labeled domestic and imported products. 133 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL (708) 848-4230 www.oliveandwell.com

Westgate Flowers
10% discount for in-store purchases and phone delivery orders from our shop. (excludes “FTD” wireout orders) 841 S. Oak Park, Oak Park, IL (708) 386-0072 www.westgateflowers.com

Val’s Halla Records
10% off new and 20% off used items. (In stock items only excluding sale items)
239 Harrison St., Oak Park, IL (708) 524-1004 www.valshalla.com

Chrysalis Cookies
Chrysalis Cookies are made with organic whole grains and all natural ingredients. In addition, there are no trans fats, no preservatives, less sugar and dairy-free. $2.50 discount (10%) per bag on orders made online. Enter the code fmt832 under “Discount Code” to receive the discount. www.ChrysalisCookies.com

Shutan.com, Inc.
15% off on transfer of movie film and VHS to DVD. www.shutan.com
(847) 716-0213

Sheet Music Back in Print
20% discount ($5) on $25 Annual Membership Fee: (847) 869-9447
Modern Editions of Piano/Vocal Music from the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. Popular Songs/Art Songs/Solo Piano/Sacred Songs www.sheetmusicbackinprint.com

Frugal Muse Books
20% off all USED books. 7511 Lemont Rd., #146,‎ Darien, IL (630) 427-1140‎ www.frugalmusebooks.com

HeyTicketGuy.com
$50 discount toward any on-line purchases of theater, concert, or sporting event tickets (minimum 2 tickets/order). Enter discount code: “WFMT.” Hey Ticket Guy, 211 Hilltop Lane, Sleepy Hollow, IL (888) 455-8499 www.heyticketguy.com

Scherwood Golf Concessions
Two for One Greens Fee. Weekdays only. Paid riding cart required.
600 E. Joliet Street, Schererville, IN www.scherwood.com (219) 865-2554

White Pines Golf Club
Two for One Greens Fee. Paid riding cart required. Monday-Friday anytime or after noon on weekends and holidays. www.whitepinesgolf.com
500 W. Jefferson, Bensenville, IL (630) 766-0304

Fragile Music Group
Reduced hourly recording rate $55/hour (regular $95). Maximum 10 hours in blocks of 5 hours. One customer per company. www.myspace/fmgstudio.com 603 Ridge, Homewood, IL (708) 206-1002

Your Natural Element Day Spa & Salon
10% off any service (excludes retail items).
49 ½ South Washington St., 2nd Floor, Hinsdale, IL
(630) 321-1772 www.yournaturalelement.com

Centuries and Sleuths Bookstore
10% discount (only items in stock with the exception of $3 and $7 books)
7419 W. Madison St., Forest Park, IL www.centuriesandsleuths.com

Florist on Forest
25% off holiday arrangements, minimum of $100. 482 Forest, Glen Ellyn, IL (630) 469-5568.

The Bookstore
10% off on a single item. 475 North Main St., Glen Ellyn, IL (630) 469-2891
www.justthebookstore.com

Granite and Marble Resources
Importer of natural stone, mosaics, and countertops. $1,000 off on purchases of $2,000 or more, not including sales tax or delivery.
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 115, Chicago, IL (312) 670-4400
www.maestromosaics.com

Restaurants

Unless indicated, the following restaurants offer members presenting their card TWO ENTREES FOR THE PRICE OF THE MORE EXPENSIVE ONE (unless otherwise noted) nightly except Fridays and Saturdays (unless marked +Fri. or +Sat.). Discounts apply to dinner only (unless marked +Lunch). One discount per table. Not applicable to lower-priced specials or in combination with other offers or discount cards. Other restrictions may apply. Cuisine descriptions are supplied by the restaurants.

The Baked Tomato (773) 777-6430
American w/ Italian influence (+Fri., Sat.)
4358-60 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL

Dragonfly Mandarin (312) 787-7600
Traditional Chinese
832 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL

Oceanique (847) 864-3435
Offers a maximum $25 discount
French-American-Modern cuisine
505 Main St., Evanston, IL
(Excludes major holidays, including New Years Eve, Valentines Day, and Mothers Day)

The Parthenon Restaurant (312) 726-2407
Great authentic Greek Cuisine
(+Lunch)(Sun.-Thu.) Maximum $9 discount.
Not valid on family-style dinners & lamb chops.
314 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

Tre Kronor Restaurant (773) 267-9888
Swedish/Norwegian (+Fri., Sat.)
3258 W. Foster, Chicago

Via Veneto (773) 267-0888
Traditional Italian
(Maximum $12.95 discount, +15% off dinner check on Fri. night, Sat. night, and lunch)
6340 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL

Pier 5736 (773) 774-3663
Seafood (Cannot use in combination with any other coupons or specials. Must call ahead for
reservations and indicate that you are a member. Limited to 1 member table per night.)
5736 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL

Prairie Moon (847) 864-8328
Offers a 15% discount for the entire meal
Regional American“Good lookin’ scratch cookin’!”
(+Lunch)
1502 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL

Jenny’s Steakhouse (815) 464-2685
20 Kansas St. Frankfort, IL
American, steaks, seafood, ribs, sandwiches
(maximum value $12, Frankfort location only)

Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant (773) 506-9601
Ethiopian cuisine (+Lunch)
5846 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL

Taj Mahal Restaurant (708) 460-5800
Indian Cuisine (+Lunch) (+Fri., Sat.)
14812 S. La Grange (Dania Center), Orland Park, IL

Kafein Inc. (847) 491-1621
Café/Coffeehouse (Lunch only)
1621 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL

Flavor Restaurant (708) 798-3220
American Southern, Cajun/Creole, Jamaican
(+Sat. Lunch, +Fri. Breakfast, only Wed. Dinner)
3315 Vollmer Rd. Flossmoor, IL

Feast Restaurant & Bar (773) 772-7100
Contemporary American
1616 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL

Alex’s Washington Gardens (847) 432-0309
Italian Restaurant
15% off on total food bill (not valid on holidays)
256 Green Bay Rd. Highwood, IL

Lizzard’s Café (708) 354-0152
Casual Lunch Café (+Lunch)(+Friday & Saturday)
8 West Burlington Avenue, La Grange, IL