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Wednesday, October 22
The seventh annual Mofest festival of film and arts takes over the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee Ave., April 21 & 22. Tonight from 4pm to 11pm, see short films from a variety of genres by local independent filmmakers; full schedule here. Tickets are $7 in advance, $10 at the door.
The Old Town School of Folk Music welcomes former OTS teacher Ralph Covert, also known as Ralph's World, for two kids concerts today at the school's main concert hall at 4544 North Lincoln Avenue. The shows are at 11am and 3pm, and tickets are available either online at the school's Website or by calling the school at (773) 728-6000.
Midwest Rescue of Illinois holds a benefit for their pit bull rescue programs tonight at Revolution Brewery, 2323 North Milwaukee, from 5-7pm. For $35, you get unlimited beer, appetizers, and that warm feeling of knowing you're helping animals in need.