Marlon Brando interview on Chicago Public Radio

This evening at 6:00, Chicago Public Radio will broadcast an interview with the late actor Marlon Brando, recorded in 1963 by (who else?) Studs Terkel. Since it's a Studs Terkel interview, you know it's going to be compelling listening.

Gold Coast Art Fair

Hey, art lovers. Don't forget that the 47th Annual Gold Coast Art Fair is taking place this weekend. More than 350 artists from across the country have gathered between Superior, Huron and Erie Streets at LaSalle in the River North neighborhood. Admission to the fair is free, and the River North galleries will be open for the duration of the event. The Gold Coast Art Fair takes place today from Noon-6pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm.

Myopic Poetry: Dodie Bellamy

The Myopic Poetry Series presents author Dodie Bellamy in a reading tonight at 7pm at buddY, 1542 N. Milwaukee, 2nd floor. Free, as always. Check here for more info.

Taste of Pakistan festival

Celebrate Pakistan Independence Day today on Devon Avenue! At noon, the Pakistan Independence Day Parade starts at the corner of Devon and Damen, and afterwards the Taste of Pakistan Festival happens. Local restaurants will be serving up their food, and there will be vendors and musicians at Warren Park (6610 N. Western). The festival runs from 2:30 to 7:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public.

Indiefest Chicago Closing Night

Indiefest Chicago ends its 10-day run of more than 50 independent films tonight at the Biograph, 2433 N. Lincoln, at 9pm with a screening of the winner of The Indiefest Vision Award, which will be announced at the awards ceremony that begins at 8pm.

First shows are at noon, tickets are $10 per screening, and the schedule is right here.

Northalsted Market Days

Northalsted Market Days, the Midwest's largest gay and lesbian festival, happens today on Halsted Street between Belmont and Addison. Live music, food and alcohol vendors, arts and crafts, and people. Lots of people. Hours: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.