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Wednesday, February 27 2008
Literary Lesbo-A-Go-Go @ Women & Children First
Lesbian authors come together tonight to read their latest works at Women & Children First. Past GB Book Club selection author Achy Obejas will read from her poetry collection This is What Happened in Our Other Life; Nairne Holtz will read for her novel The Skin Beneath, and Kathie Bergquist will read from her novel in progress Beautiful, Radiant Things. Refreshments will be served. Free at 7pm, 5233 N. Clark St. Call 773-769-9299 for more information.
Submission Workshop @ Threadless
Learn how to design t-shirts the Threadless way: Take a free workshop led by Threadless staff and Alumni Club members. Learn requirements and guidelines, then stick around to draft your designs. Bring a laptop; computers are limited. RSVP to chicago AT threadless.com or just show up. 6-7pm. 3011 North Broadway Avenue.
100 Essential Modern Poems by Women @ Women & Children First
Editors Joseph Parisi and Kathleen Welton and poet Lisel Mueller come to Women & Children First to celebrate the release of their new poetry anthology 100 Essential Modern Poems by Women. The anthology features the works of women poets ranging from Emily Dickenson to Rita Dove. Free at 7:30pm, 5233 N. Clark St. Call 773-769-9299 for more information.
Joel Patterson Trio @ Galaxie
Modern sounds featuring Beau Sample, Alex Hall, and Joel Paterson. $10 donation. 9:30 p.m. 2603 W. Barry. For more info, visit the Website.
Letters/X @ Hungry Brain
The fifth installment from the GroundUp Theatre Company presents a look at the breakup of romantic relationships through the use of spoken word, music and theatrical performance. Material is taken from actual breakup letters submitted to the group. Free. 8pm. 2319 W. Belmont Ave. 773-935-2118.
Comedians You Should Know @ Fizz Bar & Grill
Fizz Bar & Grill showcases up-and-coming local comedians every Wednesday through April 9. Besides the funny stuff, it's also Tiki night, so order a tropical drink and pray for spring. 9:45pm. $8. 3220 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-348-6000.
