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TODAY
Tuesday, September 30
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BY DAY
Saturday, March 26 2011
Facets Night School: Hannie Caulder
Facets Cinematheque continues its Facets Night School series tonight with a screening of the 1971 movie Hannie Caulder with Raquel Welch and Robert Culp. The film will be accompanied by a lecture/discussion from author & teacher Michelle Zaladonis. The film screens tonight at midnight; see the Facets Website for a complete schedule of films in this current Night School session. Facets: 1517 W. Fullerton. For more information about Facets Night School contact Susan Doll at (800) 331-6197.
Food Depository Benefit @ Publican
Donate non-perishables and canned goods for The Greater Chicago Food Depository at the Publican (837 West Fulton Market) today from 1:30-3:30pm; you'll be entered into a drawing for a free progressive dinner at Publican, Blackbird & avec for two.
Godspeed You Black Emperor @ Metro - SOLD OUT
Montreal's post-rock titans Godspeed You Black Emperor have infuriated fans with punctuation alterations and political diatribes, but there is no denying that during their heyday they stood out from the field by making some of the most engaging experimental instrumental rock music of the era. After a hiatus, they've now reconvened for some live shows. Tonight marks the first of three in Chicago. Godspeed You Black Emperor headlines Metro. Eric Chenaux opens at 9pm. The show's 18+ and sold out. Metro's located at 3730 N Clark.
The Potato, and The Civil War @ Chicago History Museum
The Culinary Historians of Chicago (CHC) sponsor a lecture on two different but interesting topics: whether hunger played a role in ending the Civil War, and the history of the potato. At the helm is historian Andy Smith, editor of the Oxford Encyclopedia of Food and Drink in America. Event begins at 10am at the Chicago History Museum, 1601 North Clark. Admission $5, $3 for CHC members. RSVP required due to space limitations.
Chicago Zine Fest @ Columbia College
A celebration of expression and sharing information through zines, self-publishing and the principles and practice of DIY, the Chicago Zine Fest is happening today at the Conaway Center (1st and 8th floor) of Columbia College (1104 S. Wabash Ave), between 10am and 5pm. There's a zine exhibition with a variety of authors and artists, a DIY film festival, workshops, lectures, and more! Free!
Jon Satrom: Prepared Desktop @ Graham Foundation - WAITLISTED
Brought to you by The Graham Foundation and Lampo, Jon Satrom presents Prepared Desktop as part of the Lampo Performance Series. Turning normal computer applications, programs, and desktop features into a strange(ly awesome) audio/video experience. 8pm, 4 West Burton Place (Madlener House). Get on the waitlist and find out more information here.
Maple Syrup Festival @ North Park Nature Village
Maple syrup's all the rage these days. Learn about its humble roots (hardy har) and the time-consuming-yet-remarkably-simple syrup-making process at the park district's free Maple Syrup Festival, today and tomorrow. Samples + snacks + free music + arts and crafts = fun for the whole family. 5801 N. Pulaski Road, from 10am to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Earth Hour
At 8:30pm tonight, cut the lights for an hour to show solidarity for climate change issues. Earth Hour will be so thankful!
Learn The History Of Salt & Pepper
Season up your food history knowledge with Tom and Patty Erd, owners of The Spice House.Take a trip to the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 N. Lincoln Ave., for a special free presentation about salt and pepper today at 1pm. Registration is required. Sign up on the Morton Grove Public Library website, or call their reference desk at 847-929-5101.
