Gapers Block has ceased publication.

Gapers Block published from April 22, 2003 to Jan. 1, 2016. The site will remain up in archive form. Please visit Third Coast Review, a new site by several GB alumni.
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Urge Overkill @ Double Door

Urge Overkill is back! After a seven-year hiatus, Chicago natives Nash Kato and Eddie 'King' Roeser, who formed the band in 1985, have reunited. They are playing two shows at the Double Door this weekend. The February 14th show is sold out, but, as of this writing, tickets still remain for the Feb. 15th. Both shows start at 10pm. Contact the Double Door at 773-489-3160 for more information.

Muskrat Love

Looking for something really unique to do for Valentine's Day weekend? How 'bout a hike to look for muskrats in love? The Lake County Forest Preserve District is offering a hike through McDonald Woods Forest Preserve this Sunday from 1:30-3pm, with the intention of seeking out the big, cute rodents. For more info and to reserve a spot (prepayment required), call 847/968-3321. $7 per person, $5 if you live in Lake County.
 

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