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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
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BY DAY
Tuesday, March 04 2008
Works in Progress: Kristina Sparks @ MCA
Local artist Sparks shares her creative process in the museum space, creates new work and interacts with visitors. Sparks is a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and her fashions draw upon a wide variety of influences, including her own background in dance. Her signature work blurs the line between art and fashion. 6-8 p.m. Free. 220 E. Chicago. For more info, visit the Website.
Magical Musical Showcase @ MCA
This month, the Harold Arts residential musicians collaborate and improvise in a variety of settings as well as create multi-media works in conjunction with visual artists. Cash bar, and light fare is available for purchase. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. 220 E. Chicago. For more info, visit the Website.
Rock Her World @ Early to Bed
Talk female anatomy, tips for giving better oral sex, and making your hands her favorite sex toys. Your lover will definitely thank you. This workshop is for men and transpeople only. 7:30 p.m. $15/$10 for students. Pre-registration and payment is required for these workshops. 5232 N. Sheridan Rd. Register by calling 773-271-1219 or visiting the Website.
Quiz Night @ The Globe Pub
Test your mental strength at this weekly quiz night at The Globe Pub. Teams of up to 5 people compete for fun and the glory of victory while enjoying food and drink specials. $5 per person; proceeds benefit the MS Society of Illinois. 8pm. 1934 W. Irving Park. 773-871-3757.
Documentary Short Films @ Landmark Century Centre
The Midwest Independent Film Festival hosts this collection of documentary short films at Landmark Centure Centre as part of its First Tuesdays program. A cocktail reception at the theater starts off the program at 6pm, followed by a screenplay reading at 6:30pm, the films at 7:30pm and finally, an afterparty at Cousin's (2833 N. Broadway). Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at the film festival website. 2828 N. Clark St. 773-509-4949.
Dating for Nerds @ Sheffield's
We all know by now that nerds are the new cool kids. Sheffield's hosts the latest round of Dating for Nerds, where participants can mingle, play board games and win prizes. Register online at the Nerds at Heart website. $25. 7pm. 3258 N. Sheffield Ave. 312-265-6085.
