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TODAY
Friday, April 19
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BY DAY
Saturday, January 20 2007
Bandwidth @ Subterranean
Future Perfect Radio presents Bandwidth, the latest in a series of concerts at Subterranean. In tonight's show: Gamine Thief; Mira Mira; and Mung (whose CD is just being released, so consider this a release party). Tickets are $7, it's an 18+ show, doors at 9:00, music at 9:30. Whoopee! Subterranean: 2011 W. North.
My Kind of Tunes @ Cultural Center
Local performers salute Chicago songwriters from the 1920s through the 1940s and beyond in this showcase in Preston Bradley Hall. Featured songwriters include Jule Styne, Mel Torme, Sheldon Harnick, Sam Cooke, and Nat King Cole. Free. Performances start at 2 PM and 4 PM this afternoon. 78 E Washington. For more information, call 312-744-6630 or visit the website.
Handmade Market @ Empty Bottle
If you're interested in handmade jewelry, clothing, handbags, and other artsy items, head to the Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Ave., from noon to 4:30pm for the Handmade Market. Check out http://www.handmadechicago.com/ for more details.
The Lady Vanishes @ Music Box
The Music Box presents a festival of films distributed by Janus Films, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary. This weekend they're showing Alfred Hitchcock's classic mystery The Lady Vanishes. The film screens today and tomorrow at 11:30 AM. Music Box: 3733 N. Southport. (773) 871-6604.
Chainmaille Jewelry Demo @ Chicago Tourism Center
At 11 AM today, Rebeca Mojica demonstrates the creation of chainmaille jewelry and then helps you create your own. Complimentary materials are provided. Free. 72 E Randolph. For more information, call 312-744-2400 or visit the website.
Fog @ The Abbey
Not to be confused with the black metal band of the same name, the artist known as Fog brings his often haunting and slightly unhinged songsmithery to The Abbey tonight. Brenmar Someday opens. Watch the Transmission page for further detail. 3420 W. Grace (at Elston). $8 in advance, $10 at the show. Doors open at 9pm, show starts at 10.
Opening: Far from Home @ AIC
Part of the museum's celebration of Silk Road Chicago, this exhibit explores the impact of travel on ten 20th century photographers in the AIC's collection. Through 6 May. 111 S Michigan. For more information, visit the website.
