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Gapers Block published from April 22, 2003 to Jan. 1, 2016. The site will remain up in archive form. Please visit Third Coast Review, a new site by several GB alumni.
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TODAY
Saturday, May 18
Slowdown
BY DAY
Sunday, July 29 2007
Newberry Library Book Fair
This weekend marks the Newberry Library's 23rd Annual Book Fair, featuring more than 100,000 donated books sorted into 60 categories. Many of the books are priced under $2, so come with a backpack, suitcase or extra pair of arms if you're a bona fide bibliophile. Also, come early because it's slim pickin's by the end of the day. This book fair is free and open to the public at 60 W. Walton. Thursday 12pm-8pm, Friday 12pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-6pm. Call 312-255-3510 for more information.
BlogHer Convention
BlogHer, an online community for women, is holding the last day of their three-day convention at Navy Pier today. Appearances by Elizabeth Edwards, Amy Sedaris and Esther Dyson are scheduled among the bevy of workshops and lectures about different perspectives on the blogging craft. Click here for registration information.
Rossini's Il Signor Bruschino @ Cultural Center
How often do you get to hear opera (even a one-act) for free? An ensemble including Chicago's New Millennium Orchestra performs this afternoon at 3 PM in Preston Bradley Hall. 77 E Randolph. For more information, call 312-744-6630 or visit the website.
Kapla Building Blocks @ Tourism Center
This free event includes demonstrations by master Kapla builders and opportunities to apply your own building-block genius. 72 E Randolph, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Part of the Art of Play series of events. For more information, call 312-744-2400 or visit the website.
The Elephant Man @ Gene Siskel Film Center
The Gene Siskel Film Center presents a month-long festival of the films of David Lynch. Today's film is Lynch's first mainstream film, 1980's The Elephant Man. The film shows today at 3:00 PM; see the Film Center's Website for a complete schedule. Tickets: $9, $7 for students, $5 for Film Center members, and $4 for SAIC students. Film Center: 164 N. State. (312) 846-2600.
Top Chef Auditions
Here is you chance to show off your braising skills and uncontrollable temper! Auditions for the Bravo TV show Top Chef will be held today from noon to 4:00 p.m. at Rock Bottom Brewery (located at State and Grand). Click here for details. Also, Top Chef will be filming in Chicago this fall, so you would have a home field advantage.
Dee Alexander @ Bickerdike Park
The acclaimed local jazz vocalist does her thing at a free concert this afternoon at 2 PM. 1461 W Ohio. For more information, call 312-742-7559.
Wicker Park Fest
Wicker Park is hosting what may be the best neighborhood festival in town today from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. The usual vendors and various foods-on-a-stick will be there, but the real action is the concert roster, featuring the likes of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, JJ Grey and MOFRO, Pit er Pat, and High on Fire.
The action takes place on Damen Avenue, between Schiller and North Avenue, and costs a measly $5 per day.
The Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Day two of The Taste of Lincoln Avenue, the event includes food and craft vendors, five entertainment stages, a Kids' Carnival Area and more. The festival benefits the Wrightwood Neighbors Association with proceeds from the gates going to local charities, schools, parks, and neighborhood improvements. 2400 N. Lincoln, $7 to $10 donation. 12 N to dusk. For more information visit the website.
Gerardo Nunez Flamenco Ensemble @ Millennium Park
As part of the Music without Borders series, the noted Flamenco ensemble is joined by sitar master Nishat Khan and 'ud virtuoso Simon Shaheen. 6:30 PM, in the Pritzker Pavilion, free. For more information, visit the website.
Paper Source Summer Warehouse Sale
A semi-annual event, the Paper Source Warehouse Sales are a sight to behold. Tons of office supplies, bookbinding tools, cards, envelopes and (of course) paper are available at up to 70% off. A bit of advice: show up early, bring your own bag, and make sure you have cash. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 328 South Jefferson. Cash Only. Map and email.
