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Friday, March 29
Today at 4:30pm at Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar, 960 W. 31st St., WBEZ's Richard Steele leads a discussion of historical racism in Bridgeport and the transformation of the neighborhood over the years, as part of the station's Race: Out Loud" series. The event is free; details here.
In this darkly comedic musical, the true life of Danny Tanner and is family is exposed; promises will be broken, sinister paths explored, lives may be lost, and yes, songs will be sung. Whether you're a member of the "Full House" fan club or scoff in a superior fashion when you hear someone utter "Cut it out," you will find both a touch of nostalgia and an illuminating light shining brightly on the Tanners' most clandestine realities. Come see the Tanners as you've never seen them before. Wednesdays in June at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 and available here.
Tonight at 7:30pm, the Northwest Chicago Film Society screens Frank Borzage's After Tomorrow at the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee Ave. Their classic film series continues every Wednesday. Admission is $5.