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TODAY
Thursday, September 18
Slowdown
BY DAY
Tuesday, November 04 2008
End of the World dance party@Liar's Club
Looking for another place to drink, dance, and see how it all turns out? Come to an election night event at Liar's Club, complete with live hip-hop by Bin Laden Blowin' Up, sets by DJ Reaganomix, Mr. Bobby and Itch 13. Hosted by DJ Demchuk, Ceci Superlover and Eric Lab Rat. Free raffle for anyone who voted, featuring prizes from Early to Bed, Uncle Fun and Featherproof books. No cover. 9pm. $2 PBR. Free round of champagne if the election's called for Obama, free round of consolation shots if it's not. 1665 W Fullerton Ave, call (773) 665-1110 for more information.
Election Night Hootenanny @ Urban Cafe
The Old Town School of Folk Music presents an Election Night Hootenanny at the Urban Cafe (1467 W. Irving Park, east of Ashland) featuring the school's Voice of the People Ensemble. The fun happens from 6:30 to 9pm tonight. Contact 773-327-9427 for more information.
Free Coffee (if you vote) @ Starbucks
Go into a participating Starbucks, tell them you voted, and you'll receive a free 12oz. coffee today.
Obama in Grant Park
You'll either be happy, sad or somewhere in between, but come down to Grant Park/Hutchinson Field tonight for an Obama campaign rally (start time unknown).
Presidential General Elections
Just in case you need the reminder to vote today, you've got it. Polling places are open until 7pm.
Rock the Vote @ House of Blues
Go vote and then come to House of Blues tonight to celebrate with Open Books, the Chicago Tribune and Rock the Vote. Performances include DJ Sye Young and DJ Jem, Cary Kanno, and The Richkiddz. There will be food and drinks and Open Books will spread the word about their mission to improve literacy. $5 admission with proof of voting (voting stub, card or sticker); $15 withough. 6pm-midnight at 329 N. Dearborn St. Email rockthevote[at]open-books[dot]org for more information.
