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TODAY
Friday, April 19
Slowdown
BY DAY
Sunday, January 27 2008
Hell's Fairies 2008 Winter Warm-Up @ Coco Rouge
A little meet 'n greet to pass the time this winter while most of their scooters are hibernating. Say hi to some
fellow GLBT scooterists. And as a bonus, if you pull up on your scooter your first drink is on them! 2-4 p.m. 1940 W. Division. For more info, visit the Website.
Wine Tasting @ Alliance Francaise
Damien Casten of Candid Wines will offer a tasting of French-inspired wines from California and Germany. Regional French cheeses will be served as well. The event starts at 3 pm and costs $35 for AF members and $45 for non-members. See the Alliance Francaise website for more information.
The Jerk: Movies in the Loft @ Bin 36
Watch Steve Martin and Bernadette Peters with a host of celebrity cameos in this 1979 classic comedy while enjoying fancy chow and wine from Bin 36. Dig in to an artisinal wine and cheese selection followed by a three course meal for $48. No need to demand "new, fresh wine", Bin 36 has all the selections made for you. But you may want to keep an eye out for "snails on your plate." 6:30pm. Make reservations here.
IllinoisDemNet Book Club @ Book Cellar
The Illinois Democratic Network presents their monthly book club meet-up for January. This month's title is the Conscience of A Liberal by Paul Krugman. The book club meets this afternoon at the Book Cellar (4736-38 N. Lincoln) from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, and you can RSVP for the meeting at the IDN Website.
