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TODAY
Sunday, April 28
Slowdown
BY DAY
Friday, April 10 2009
Mr. Quintron & Miss Pussycat @ Empty Bottle
The Empty Bottle presents those long-time Chicago favorites Mr. Quintron and Miss Pussycat. Things to expect: organ playing; puppet shows; and lots of great rock n' roll. Opening acts: Psychedelic Horseshit and Stranger Waves. Show starts at 10pm; tickets are $12 and can be purchased through Ticketweb. Empty Bottle: 1035 N. Western. (773) 276-3600.
Schadenfreude Rent Party
Sketch comedy troupe Schadenfreude returns to the backroom of the Gallery Cabaret, 2020 N. Oakley, for the first of its annual Rent Party shows.
The show features new Schadenfreude material and special guests Robert
Buscemi, The Lakewood
Manor Players, the world premiere of "Judge Doody" from Blewt and sketch comedy team Gay Co. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 9pm, and admission is $10.
Lara Miller Trunk Show @ Florodora
Loop boutique Florodora (330 S. Dearborn Street) kicks off its Spring Trunk Show Event today with Chicago designer Lara Miller's spring line. Stop by between noon and 6pm to shop and enjoy complimentary wine. The trunk show coincides with Florodora's second anniversary so guests will enjoy special discounts. Call 312-212-8860 or visit their website for more details.
Rebecca Moses Event @ Macy's
Fashion veteran Rebecca Moses will present her new Heart Style Soul Collection of dinnerware and accessories at Macy's (111 North State Street) today from noon until 2pm. Attendees will receive a table setting demonstration from the designer, a $10 gift card, and light refreshments. You must RSVP to attend at 1-800-329-8667.
Andrew Bird @ Civic Opera House
Chicago indie musician Andrew Bird promotes his latest album Noble Beast at the historic Civic Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Dr. The show starts at 8pm. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.
Flower Parade: New Works by Jeremiah Ketner & Julie West @ Rotofugi
Chicago painter Jeremiah Ketner with UK-based Julie West for what is sure to be a fantastic show at Rotofugi, 1953 W Chicago Ave, 7-10pm. Free, and there will probably be snack cakes.
