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TODAY
Sunday, September 28
Slowdown
BY DAY
Friday, July 06 2007
Dollar Store @ Hideout
The Dollar Store returns to the Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia, tonight at 7pm. This month, Todd Dills, Susan Karp and Rick Moody will be reading stories they've written about items found in a dollar store (Moody's piece will be presented as a recording). Jonathan Messinger and Abraham Levitan host. Just a buck to get in, but it's 21 and over.
Durufle's Requiem @ Millennium Park
The Grant Park Orchestra performs music by MacMillan and Gutierrez Heras as well as Durufle at this free concert. 8:30 PM. For more information, visit the website.
Movies in the Park
The Chicago Park District presents Movies in the Park, a summer-long screening of classic and contemporary films in Chicago parks. Tonight's screenings: Dreamgirls at Sherman Park (1301 W. 52nd St.) and also at the Douglas Park Cultural & Community Center (1401 S. Sacramento Ave.); The Wizard of Oz at Nichols Park (1355 E. 53rd St.); Akeelah and the Bee at Jackson Park (6401 S. Stony Island Ave.); and Happy Feet at Jefferson (Thomas) Memorial Park (4822 N. Long Ave.). The screenings start tonight at dusk, and are free and open to the public. For a complete schedule of movies check out the Chicago Park District Website.
Midnight Yoga @ Bloom Studio
Looking for an interesting alternative to the loud, smoky bar scene? Do something good for yourself and participate in a candlelight yoga class accompanied by live music. It's a much better way to celebrate the start of your weekend. 10:30pm-Midnight at 4663 N. Rockwell. Pre-registration is required (admission is $20) and can be done by calling 773-463-9642 or by visiting the website.
The American Prom @ The Empty Bottle
A punk rock prom is like ska music, it's kitschy, it's cliquey, and you either love it or you don't. "Professional" prom band Johnny and the Limelites understands this lures the naysayers with over-the-top antics and obscenely catchy tunes. MC and singer Johnny Agatucci, apparently fresh off the strip club and bowling alley circuit, runs the show with an infectious abandon that should appeal to even the walliest of wallflowers. WLUW DJ's Kate and Rachel will spin party music throughout the night. So, gussy yourself up and bring that special someone or just fly solo and take a chance at L-U-V. The Empty Bottle (1035 N. Western Ave.) 10pm; $8 Singles, $12 Couples.
Exotica: Surfin' in Chicago Pre-party 2
Exotica: Surfin' in Chicago continues tonight with a visit to Hala Kahiki, 2834 River Rd. in River Grove from 5pm to 7pm, then on to Sand Bar, 3733 Grand Ave. in Brookfield at 9pm for more drinks and performances by The Cocktail Preachers and Roger & The Wraybands. Join other tiki and surf style enthusiasts for an evening of drinks and live music; check the Exotica site for details.
Frontier Ruckus at Cals
Three great bands at Cals (a great little dump at 400 S. Wells) tonight. First up The Gunshy (Tom Waits meets The Pogues), then Frontier Ruckus (if the Decemberist were from the country) from Ann Arbor and finally Chicago's Satellite 66 (Luna, Feelies, Galaxie 500). Music starts @ 10pm.
XXXChange @ Sonotheque
Brooklynite DJ XXXChange hits town to spin a set at Sonotheque this evening, heading the roster for the New Indie Party. You might know his name as one of the deejays that backs SpankRock, or from remixes he's recently done for Beck, !!!, or Thom Yorke. Also deejaying this evening will be Jordan Z, Miss Gab, and Ian Hixxx. 1444 W. Chicago. Doors open at 9. Check the venue's website for admission info.
