The Four Skulls Show

As part of Diatribe Media's monthly reading series, The Four Skulls show hosts a number of zine writers reading stories titled, "The Four Skulls of..." How that phrase ends is up to each writer. Featuring stories by Aaran Cynic, Emerson Dameron, Kate Sandler, Grant Schreiber and others yet to be announce. Free at the new MoJoe's House of Soul at the intersection of California, Elston and Belmont. 7:30pm. Email aaroncynic[at]gmail[dot].com for more information.

Young Authors Reading Series @ Barbara's

Barbara's Bookstore Oak Park is inviting Columbia College to bring high school students from all over the city to read thier stories. All aspiring young writers and all interested in hearing the voices of the next generation of authors should come to this unique reading. 6pm at 1100 Lake St. Call 708-848-9140 for more information.

Coming Out Against Cancer Ball

The Coming Out Against Cancer Ball holds the title of the largest midwestern fundraiser for lesbians. Running for 15 yeras, the Ball helps raise money for the Lesbian Community Cancer Project's work. This year's Ball will be at the South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. Shore Dr., with a dinner at 6:30pm and the Ball running from 8pm-12am. Tickets are $150 and can by bought online or by calling 773-572-5117.

Pistil Slumber Party

PISTIL Magazine will host its 1st slumber party on Saturday, February 4th at the Hideout (1354 W. Wabansia). For most of us, it has been a good 15 to 20 years since our last full evening of Truth or Dare, Spin the Bottle and crank phone calls. Have Mom drop you off at 9 p.m. and make sure to tell her you’re sleeping over because you can guarantee a late night, complete with games, snacks, booze, a dance party with DJ Sprinkler Valve and more! Bring your friends, make-out buddies, TP and slippers, and make sure to leave your post-graduate maturity at the door. Pajamas are definitely acceptable attire.

A $5 cover will be collected at the door. Proceeds from the evening will benefit PISTIL, a magazine that celebrates the creativity, ingenuity and relevance of modern culture, aiming to inspire readers with a diverse coverage of news, issue, fashion, events, arts, music and sexuality.

Opening: Toy Camera Show

Damen Studios opens its latest exhibiton tonight. This show works with toy cameras and features the photography of Alex Segreti. Free from 6-9pm at 4528 1/2 N. Damen. Call 773-275-0235 for more information. The show runs through March 3.

Art & Poetry at Leadway Bar & Gallery

Tonight at Leadway Bar & Gallery, 5233 N. Damen Ave., there's an opening celebration for a new show of paintings by Allison Rae Butkus, Sarah Jones and David Sisk, as well as poetry by Emilio Maldonado. Free, 6pm - 11pm.

Watch Six Nations Rugby Tournament

From Saturday, February 4 to Sunday, March 19, wake up and watch live rugby every weekend at Johnny O'Hagan's. The Six Nations is Europe's premier Rugby Union tournament, featuring matches between England, Ireland, France, Scotland, Italy, and Wales. Enjoy a great Irish breakfast, $4 Heineken and Amstel during games, and giveaways. Johnny O'Hagan's is located at 3374 N. Clark St. (773) 248-3600. Today: Saturday, February 4, at 7:30 am, watch Ireland vs. Italy, then at 9:30 am, see England vs. Wales.