Two great subjects have surfaced:  
Marc Temkin will elucidate the hows and why of LINQ -- not just the version that looks like SQL in reverse but the less well known method code that compresses the syntax and incrementally adds on phrases of query specifics.  To get an introduction to Linq from the standard flavor to the exotic, check Marc out.

Patrick OHara will show how he produces charts with SQL Server Reporting Services

Tuesday August 10th 5:30  
Where
TechNexus
200 S Wacker Dr
15th Floor
Chicago, IL 60606  

Chicago FUDG
The Chicago FUDG meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month in downtown Chicago. Presentations on hot topics are followed by group discussion and shorter presentations. Camaraderie is in abundance and fox wisdom abounds.