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Friday, July 11 2008
Ruth Ann Borum @ Medicine Park
Borum is from Norman, OK and paints freakish-looking medusa-like ladies with four eyes, among other things. This year she's channeling the inner totem -- come see what that looks like! Through Aug. 3. 8 p.m. 2659 W. Chicago Ave. For more info, visit the Website.
Interview Show @ The Hideout
Mark Bazer's "Interview Show" returns to the Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia, tonight from 6:30pm to 8pm. Tonight's lineup includes interviews with Rick Perlstein, author of Nixonland, Jon Langford of the Mekons and Waco Brothers, and John Williams, WGN Radio midday talk-show host. Hip hop artist C.O. and Langford will perform. Just $5 at the door. 21+
Dengue Fever @ Empty Bottle
Get your Cambodian rocks off as L.A. psychedelic popsters Dengue Fever play at the Empty Bottle this evening. They've been getting a lot of press and winning over fans these past few years, and are currently touring to support the release of their third CD, Venus On Earth. Brilliant Pebbles open. 1035 N. Western Ave. 10 PM. Tickets are $14.
John K. Wilson @ Women & Children First
John K. Wilson, a law student under Barack Obama during his time at the University of Chicago, stops by Women & Children First to discuss his latest works, Barack Obama: This Improbable Quest and Patriotic Correctness: Academic Freedom and Its Enemies. Free at 7:30pm, 5233 N. Clark St. Call 773-769-9299 for more information.
BoyGirlBoyGirl: A Dreadful Day @ Live Bait
BoyGirlBoyGirl, the local solo theater performance ensemble that's made up of alumni of various local theatre companies (such as the Neo-Futurists and Theatre Oobleck), present A Dreadful Day, an evening of dreadful tales inspired by a 19th century children's book of cautionary tales. A Dreadful Day will be performed four nights only: tonight and tomorrow night, and next weekend on July 18th and 19th. The show will be at Live Bait Theatre (3914 N. Clark), show time is 7:30 PM, and tickets are $15 ($10 for students/seniors). For reservations and info call (773) 871-1212.
San Francisco Giants vs. Chicago Cubs @ Wrigley Field
No Barry Bonds anymore, so Cubs fans will have to find somone else on the Giants roster to boo lustily. But as a side note, new Cubs pitcher Rich Harden is scheduled to make his debut today. Game time is 1:20 p.m. at Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison.
Lumpen 17th Anniversary Action
Lumpen turns 17 with a party at Co-Prosperity Sphere, 3219 S. Morgan St., tonight from 7pm to 2am. Pick up issue #109, the 1968-2008 redux issue, and check out an installation of all the past issues and related projects, as well as 1968 ephemera and posters. Plus videos, karaoke, performances by Pure Magical Love, Fought and a secret special guest, and more. $5 donation requested.
Free Slurpee Day @ 7-Eleven
What's so great about Friday being the hottest day of the week? Well, when that Friday is 7-Eleven Day, you get a free Slurpee! That's right, it's Free Slurpee Day at participating 7-Eleven stores, just because it's 7/11/08. Find a store near you online.
Rick Lax @ Book Cellar
Author Rick Lax comes to the Book Cellar tonight to discuss his new memoir Lawyer Boy: A Case Study on Growing Up. A magic show by the author follows the reading and discussion. Free at 7pm at 4736-38 N. Lincoln Ave. Call 773-293-2665 for more information.
Prada Trunk Show @ Eyeland of St. Johns
Still looking for ways to spend that stimulus check? Visit Eyeland of St. Johns (1819 St. Johns Ave, Highland Park) on Friday July 11th. They’ll be holding a Prada trunk show from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. Call 847-226-6400 or visit their website for more details.
Denim Sample Sale @ McCormick Place
Attention all Blue Jean Babies: visit McCormick Place (2301 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive) Friday July 11th for the ultimate denim fix. The Warehouse Sale returns to Chicago bringing a huge selection of men’s and women’s designer denim priced below wholesale. The doors open at 2 p.m. and close at 8 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door or you can visit their website to RSVP for free.
Sidewalk Sale @ Hinsdale
The Hinsdale Merchants Annual Sidewalk Sale begins today Friday July 11th and continues tomorrow Saturday July 12th from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Peruse deeply discounted wares from local merchants in downtown Hinsdale (between Garfield, First, and Washington Street). Call the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce for more information at 630-323-3952 or visit their website.
10 Years of Magical Thinking @ within(Reason)
Mixed media, video and installation exploring the beautiful, curious, mystifying elements of the aftermath of a death. 6-10 p.m. 1932 S Halsted St. #408. Through Aug. 1. For more info, visit the Website.
Jay Byrnes: "Go With The Flow" Opening @ Threadless
Showcasing his experience as both graphic artist and illustrator, Byrnes’ art focuses on urban life, blending graffiti-like characters with elements of popular culture, and using color and collage. "The street, people watching, experiences as I travel and just letting my mind wander” is what artist J. Byrnes says inspired the work in his one-man show. “My work reflects my surroundings. I can get ideas just walking through my neighborhood, or riding on the el train. And like with people you meet and places you’ve been, there are many layers underneath the surface if you choose to look deeper.” 7-9 p.m. 3011 N. Broadway. For more info, visit the Website.
Yelp Eats
Yelp is holding its first Yelp Eats event from July 11 to 17. A nice list of restaurants in the city (Le Lan, Il Covo, May Street Market) will be offering special $25 prix fixe menus.
Mathias Spider Schergen & Rena V Schergen @ Phaiz
Chroma Designs and backstroke fashion. 7-11 p.m. 673 N. Milwaukee. For more info, visit the Website.
