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TODAY
Thursday, April 18
Slowdown
BY DAY
Sunday, May 26 2013
Bike the Drive
Lake Shore Drive between Bryn Mawr and 57th Street becomes a serene bike path this morning for the annual Bike the Drive. Start times 5:30-7:30am; event runs until 10:15am. Registration required ($48+ for adults; $15+ for kids); proceeds benefit Active Transportation Alliance and World Bicycle Relief.
Randolph Street Market
The Randolph Street Market begins its summer season this weekend, May 25-26, in the Plumbers Union Hall, 1340 W. Washington St. Browse for antiques and ephemera, vintage clothing, jewelry, art, vinyl records and more, from 10am to 5pm each day. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door; students get $3 admission in advance, $5 at the door.
Cajun Dance Party @ Empty Bottle
The Chicago Cajun French Music Association hosts a cajun dance party at the Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Ave., today from 2 to 4:30pm. Dance to the Cajun Vagabonds and have a good time. $10 at the door.
Mascot @ The Den Theatre
In Chris Bower's original comic tragedy, Mascot , actor Matt Test takes on the character of a man estranged from his family and meditating on ways to continue seeing his son. Through May 26 at the Den Theatre. Showtimes: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 3pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets, Reservations can be made by calling (773) 800-9479 or by emailing: foundobjectstheatrechicago.com
Radio One Chicago: The Drop @ Double Door
Radio One Chicago presents The Drop, a showcase of local talent tonight at Double Door, 1572 N. Milwaukee Ave. Blah Blah Blah, The Bright White, Good Evening Chicago, Paper Thick Walls, God and The Architects perform. Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7. No cover, 21+
International Mr. Leather Victory Party @ HOB
The International Mr. Leather competition hosts its victory party at House of Blues, , tonight at 9pm. Tickets are $65. 21+
Entertaining Julia @ Town Hall Pub
Chicago's favorite comedy sister duo act, The Puterbaugh Sisters, host Entertaining Julia, a free comedy, music and variety show every Sunday at Town Hall Pub (3340 N Halsted) at 9:30pm.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off @ Logan Theatre
The Logan Theatre, 2646 N. Milwaukee Ave., screens Raiders of the Lost Ark at 11:30pm tonight. Tickets are $7.
