Gapers Block has ceased publication.

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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Thursday, March 28

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Sweater Workshop @ Loopy Yarns

Every Monday 6:30-8:30pm at Loopy Yarns (47 West Polk Street).

This great yarn shop has all of the luxury of a knitting boutique with the friendliness of the "Cheers" bar. Their weekly Monday Workshop is perfect for sweater knitters to gather, to get the help & guidance and the support you need through your project. Just come to work on your sweater or feel free to bring any questions or slip ups that you just can't quite figure out.

The House on Mango Street Staged Reading @ Steppenwolf

Join Steppenwolf Theatre for a staged reading of this season's One Book, One Chicago selection, Sandra Cisneros's The House on Mango Street. 7pm at 1650 N. Halsted in the Upstairs Theatre. The event is free, however reservations are required. Call Steppenwolf at 312-335-1650 to save your spot.

Pico vs. Island Trees @ Schubas

Pico vs. Island Trees is an indie rock band with an unexpected groove from Nashville, TN by way of Raleigh, NC. Tonight they open for Roman Candle and fellow Nashville rock band The Deep Vibration at Schubas. 3159 N. Southport. 9pm. Tickets are $8. 18+

 

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