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Facets Night School: The Story of Ricky

Facets Multimedia presents the second session of Facets Night School, midnight screenings of classic and cult movies with discussions about each film. Tonight's film is one of the most outrageously gory and violent films ever made, Riki Oh: The Story of Ricky. Facets employee Lew Ojeda will introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion. The movie screens tonight at midnight, and tickets are only $5 (available through Ticketweb). Facets: 1517 W. Fullerton.

Pierogi Fest

Don't miss this nationally acclaimed festival focused on (as the name would suggest), Slavic dumplings stuffed with a variety of delicious fillings. Pierogis and other Eastern European delicacies, contests, and even a parade and Piroguettes feature prominently. 11am-10pm, 119th St. and Indianapolis Blvd. in Whiting, IN. Directions and more here.

Monster Movies @ Portage Theater

Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee, hosts an evening of classic monster movies tonight. See The Deadly Mantis, Monster on Campus and Curse of the Werewolf, and peruse vintage toys and collectibles in the lobby before the show. Doors open at 4pm, first film starts at 6:30pm. $10 admission. Call773-875-7582 for more info.

I Fight Dragons @ Metro

I Fight Dragons, the Heaven Seventies, Bright Like Japan and A&R play the Metro, 3730 N. Clark, tonight. Doors open at 9pm; tickets are $8 at the door. 18 and over.

Olive Oil/Vinegar Lecture @ Chicago History Museum

The Culinary Historians of Chicago will hold a lecture today at the Chicago History Museum, North & Broadway, at 10am to talk about the marriage of olive oil and balsamic vinegar throughout history. Rick Petrocelly of the Olive Tap is the guest speaker. Admission is $5, $3 for students and members and no charge for CHC members. RSVP via phone (708) 788-0338 or email.

Windy City Rollers vs. Liberty Belles @ UIC Pavillion

Chicago finished second at 2008's Women's Flat Track Derby Association national championships, and Philly came in at number three, and both remain undefeated this year. Come see these powerhouses skate it out tonight at 7pm (doors open at 6) at UIC Pavilion (525 S. Racine). Tickets available here.

Newberry Library Book Fair & Bughouse Square Debates

The Newberry Library gears up for their 25th annual book fair where more than 110,000 donated used books in 70 categories will be on sale, many for under $2, for booklovers to take home. Profits for the Fair go toward sustaining the Newberry's mission and allow for continued public access to library. Today the Fair will run 10am-6pm at 60 W. Walton; across the street in Washington Square Park, come relive the days of public soapbox oratory with Bughouse Square Debates running from 1pm-4pm. Admission is free and parking is available at 100 W. Chestnut or 100 E. Walton for $7 for up to 8 hours with Newberry validation. For questions and information, call 312-255-3510.

Jamie Lidell @ Congress Theater

Soul crooner, funk aficionado and beatboxing expert Jamie Lidell brings his stage antics to Congress Theater tonight. Special guest Tortured Soul also plays. Tickets are $20. 2135 N. Milwaukee. Doors at 9pm. 17+

Alex Robinson, Jeremy Tinder & Josh Cotter @ Quimby's

Comic artists Alex Robinson (Too Cool to Be Forgotten), Jeremy Tinder (Cry Yourself to Sleep) and Josh Cotter will be at Quimby's to discuss their work. Free at 7pm at 1854 W. North Ave. Call (773) 342-0910 for more information.

Meet the Bees @ Garfield Park Conservatory

Bzzz...join Garfield Park Conservatory for some free bee fun today. Volunteer beekeepers will be answering questions at education stations throughout the garden. Other kid and family activities include designing bee goggles, crafting a nectar cup, learning a groovy bee hive dance, and exploring the growing ingredients of a special flower scavenger hunt. Attendees will also be able to purchase honey made by the Conservatory bees, listen to live music and sample some tasty honey. 300 N. Central Park Ave., 10am-3pm. For more information head here.

Salon des Arts Erotiques @ Randolph Street Market

Sure, Randolph Street Market is fun, but you're feeling a little frisky...maybe it's time to head to the Salon des Arts Erotiques, a special event this month only. Find the 3rd floor balcony in Plumbers Hall (1340 W. Washington) and experience live nude models posing for sketches, check out vintage films and art, and much more. For adults only...today from 10am to 5pm. For more info call 312-666-1200.

The Octopus Project @ Bottom Lounge

The Octopus Project is an experimental pop band from the hotbed of indie music, Austin,Texas. Self described "collectors of sounds," their new EP, Golden Beds, is a five song collection exploring different facets ranging from melodic twee to big-riff guitar rock to a Siren's call. We have a quick Q&A with the band in our music section, Transmission. (Tip: stream Golden Beds on Peek-A-Boo Records' website.) See them play tonight at Bottom Lounge with Tirra Lirra and Light Pollution. 1375 W. Lake St. Tickets are $10 ($13 day of show). 8pm. 18+

Chicago Antique Market @ Randolph Street

Still reeling after Domino Magazine folded earlier this year? Nurse your wounded design bone at the Chicago Antique Market, which takes place today from 10am-5pm and tomorrow from 10am-4pm in the historic Randolph Street Market District and Plumbers Hall complex at 1340 W. Washington Street. The market features 175 quality antique dealers with furnishings, housewares, artifacts, vintage clothing, jewelry, sterling, porcelain, lighting, ephemera, toys and collectibles. More information is available on the Chicago Antique Market website or by calling (312) 666-1200.

Kimberly Schwenke @ Green City Market

Kimberly Schwenke of 312 Chicago will give a cooking demonstration today at 10:30am at the Green City Market, Stockton and LaSalle Drives.

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