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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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Tuesday, August 10 2010
Inglourious Basterds @ Film Center
The Gene Siskel Film Center continues its Quentin Tarantino retrospective with a screening of Tarantino's WWII epic Inglourious Basterds this evening at 6:30pm. See the Film Center Website for a complete schedule and to purchase tickets. Film Center: 164 N. State. (312) 846-2600.
This Much Is True @ The Hopleaf
Head to the upstairs lounge at the Hopleaf tonight for an evening of "the humorous, embarrassing and poignant moments that make up a life remembered" with This Much Is True Chicago. A monthly series, August's edition features regulars Dorrie Ferguson, Deanna Moffitt, and Scott Whitehair, with special guests Jennifer Bosworth, Don Hall, Jessica McCloud, and Jill Summers. The Hopleaf, 5148 N. Clark, 7:30pm.
Robert Irving III @ MCA's Tuesdays on the Terrace
Every Tuesday during the summer the Museum of Contemporary Art presents free live jazz concerts from some of the city's most legendary and innovative musicians. Tonight's performance features Robert Irving III. Grab some friends and a blanket for a relaxing evening on the garden lawn, or make a night of it with a reservation at Puck's. Snacks and beverages, including wine and seasonal cocktails are available for purchase. 5:30-8pm. 220 E. Chicago Ave.
