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TODAY
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BY DAY
Sunday, June 10 2007
Backgammon Marathon @ Chicago Tourism Center
As part of Chicago's "Art of Play" summer celebration of toys and games (through 30 September), the Iron House of Greater Chicago hosts this session of backgammon tips and open play. 11 AM - 4 PM, 72 E Randolph. Free. For more information, call 312-744-2400 or visit the website.
Printers Row Book Fair
It's time once again for the Printers Row Book Fair! If you've never been you're in for a treat and if this is a return visit then you know what treasures await you. Join hundreds of author panels and readings and browse over three blocks of reads from new and used booksellers. Everyone from your favorite little bookstore on the corner to, yes, Barnes & Noble will be there, lined up along Dearborn and Polk. In addition to the author readings there will also be panel discussions, cooking demonstrations and children's activities. For more information call 312-222-3986 or email bookfair[at]tribune[dot]com.
Today's Chicago Blues @ Blues Brunch
Author Karen Hanson comes to the Jazz Record Mart/Delmark Records annual Blues Brunch to sign copies of her latest book Today's Chicago Blues. Published by Lake Claremont Press, the book provides an in-depth look at the city's blues scene, discussing those who helped create the sound and those who keep it going. 10am at 25 E. Illinois St. Call 312-222-0497 for more information.
Old Town Art Fair
This 58th annual fair features works by 260 artists, live music, food tents, a garden walk, a historic tour, and children's activities for a $5 admission donation that benefits local youth groups and preservation projects. Enter at Lincoln and Wisconsin. The festival runs from 10 AM to 6 PM today and tomorrow. For more information, call 312-337-1938.
Wells Street Art Festival
Wanna buy some art? This 33rd annual festival runs along Wells from North to Division and includes paintings as well as works in glass, textiles, and other media by more than 250 artists. Admission is $7to $10 for this event, which also features food tents and live music. 10 AM to 10 PM. Call 773-868-3010 for more information or visit the website.
11th Annual Girl Food Dinner @ West Town Tavern
Four top female chefs join Susan Goss at West Town Tavern for a five-course meal to benefit the Chicago Food Depository. This year, the line up includes Stephanie Izard (Scylla), Jackie Shen (Red Light), Missy Robbins (Spiaggia), and Christine McCabe (Park Grill). The $150 ticket includes a signature Grey Goose welcome cocktail and wine with each course. Check out the full menu here.
Ribfest @ Lincoln and Irving Park
Ribs, live music, ribs, a corner for kids and a senior oasis, ribs, performing dogs, and oh yeah, ribs are on tap at this North Center neighborhood festival, which runs from noon to 10 pm Saturday and Sunday. Admission is a $5 donation which benefits the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. Call 847-677-8273 for more information.
Little City Used Book Sale (Formerly Brandeis Book Sale)
For those of us who used to trek to Skokie every summer for the Brandeis Book Sale, mourn not the loss of those jaunty book-slingin' ladies...the sale's been taken over by Little City. The Little City Book Sale promises to be one of the best used book events in the Chicago area, so don't miss out! The sale is on today from 10am to 9pm at Old Orchard Westfield Mall, and runs until Sunday, June 17th (times vary). More info by calling 847.221.7856.
Chicago Blues Fest: Tribute to Wolf
An all-star band of rhythmmakers who created the unmistakable Howlin' Wolf sound, paying tribute to one of the geniuses of blues performance. See feature:
http://www.gapersblock.com/transmission/archives/2007/06/07/2007_chicago_blues_festival_preview_reunions_guitar_gods_and_living_history/.
Chicago Blues Fest: The Disciples Playing for Sunnyland
An all-star band featuring musicians whose considerable skills were honed while playing with legendary raconteur and bandleader Sunnyland Slim. See feature:
http://www.gapersblock.com/transmission/archives/2007/06/07/2007_chicago_blues_festival_preview_reunions_guitar_gods_and_living_history/.
Chicago Blues Fest: David "Honeyboy" Edwards
A legendary blues improviser in the true Delta tradition lends you his 92 years of experience. See feature:
http://www.gapersblock.com/transmission/archives/2007/06/07/2007_chicago_blues_festival_preview_reunions_guitar_gods_and_living_history/.
Chicago Blues Festival: Sunnyland Tales
Marvel at the angles sharpened up by raconteur and blues legend Sunnyland Slim, as recounted by many of his running mates, including Honeyboy Edwards. See feature:
http://www.gapersblock.com/transmission/archives/2007/06/07/2007_chicago_blues_festival_preview_reunions_guitar_gods_and_living_history/.
Chicago Blues Festival: Cephas and Wiggins
Piedmont-style blues in a front-porch setting, a true folk experience that will get you dancing. See feature:
http://www.gapersblock.com/transmission/archives/2007/06/07/2007_chicago_blues_festival_preview_reunions_guitar_gods_and_living_history/.
