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TODAY
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Friday, May 31 2013
Vintage Textiles & Collectibles Sale
Marguerite Horberg holds her annual vintage textiles and collectibles sidewalk sale outside of Robin Richman, 2108 N. Damen Ave., from 10am to 2pm today. Shop vintage clothing, antique and hand made textiles, 1940s and '50s odds and ends, ethnic and woven fabrics, quilts, costume jewelry, linens and more.
Elusive Emporium at Block 37
Come see art, jewelry, accessories, and furniture created by 7 of Chicago's great designers at Elusive Emporium's popup shop today from 11am to 8pm in Block 37 at 108 N. State. Admission is free.
Do-Division Street Fest
Do-Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale returns to West Town today, for its seventh consecutive year. There will be plenty of live music, shopping and fun for the whole family throughout the three day festival. It kicks off at 5pm and runs until 10pm, then picks back up tomorrow. Admission to Do-Division is a suggested $5 donation.
Skull-A-Day vs. Street Anatomy @ IMSS
The art gallery at the International Museum of Surgical Science holds an opening reception for FACE OFF: Skull-A-Day vs Street Anatomy tonight from 5 to 9pm. The exhibition features work by artists Mike Egan, Tom French, Emilio Garcia, Ali Gulec, Joshua Harker, Meyoko, Nicholas Obery, Rx Skulls, Dan Springer and Rob Tarbell. Admission is free.
Maifest
Lincoln Square's Maifest takes over Lincoln and Leland avenues between Western and Eastwood today through Sunday, May 30 to June 2. Enjoy fresh German beer, soft pretzels and sausage, live music and other fun. Tonight's entertainment includes Phenix and the Polkaholics, as well as the traditional barrel tapping and May Queen crowning at 8pm. Tonight's hours are 5 to 11pm. Admission is free.
Critical Mass
Critical Mass rolls out tonight at 5:45pm from Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., wending its way to Kedzie and Carroll. Free; bring your own bike.
Charlie Louvin Still Rattlin' the Devil's Cage @ The Hideout
The 2011 documentary Charlie Louvin' Still Rattlin' the Devil's Cage explores the highs and lows of country musician Charlie Louvin's long career through interviews with Alison Kraus, Emmylou Harris, the late George Jones, and Louvin himself. The Hideout presents a screening of the documentary tonight at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5, and the doors will open at 5:30pm. The Hideout is located at 1354 W. Wabansia Ave.
The Blisters Record Release @ Schubas
The Blisters celebrate the release of their latest album at Schubas, 3159 N. Southport Ave., with Hank Fuzz opening. Tickets are $5 in advance, $8 at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm. All ages.
Wikileaks documentary @ Music Box
The Music Box Theatre presents the documentary We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks. The film starts screening tonight at the theater; see the Music Box Website for a complete showtime schedule. Music Box: 3733 North Southport. (773) 871-6604.
Spectrum @ Stage 773
Spectrum is the seventh dance concert of Matter Dance Company, featuring a variety of types of dance from tap to modern. The concert runs May 30-June 1, 2013 (Thursday and Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 3pm and 8pm) at Stage 773 (1225 W Belmont).Tickets: $20 for general admission, $15 for Children, Students (with valid id), and Seniors. Tickets available through the Stage 773 Box Office at 773.327.5252.
