Gapers Block has ceased publication.
Gapers Block published from April 22, 2003 to Jan. 1, 2016. The site will remain up in archive form. Please visit Third Coast Review, a new site by several GB alumni.
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Wednesday, October 16 2013
Whiskey Women Book Release @ Hungry Brain
Quimby's hosts a book release party for Whiskey Women: The Untold Story of How Women Saved Bourbon, Scotch, and Irish Whiskey by Fred Minnick tonight from 6 to 8pm at the Hungry Brain, 2319 W. Belmont Ave. The event will feature a panel discussion about women in the whiskey business with Monique Huston, whisky specialist at Stoller Wine & Spirits; Karen Sisulak Binder of Southern Sisters Spirits, Meg Bell, brand ambassador for Death's Door Spirits; and distiller Sonat Hart of Koval Distillery. No cover. 21+
Andrew Dornenburg and Karen Page Book Signing @ Spice House
Two-time James Beard Award-winning authors Andrew Dornenburg and Karen Page will sign copies of their celebrated books, "The Flavor Bible" and "What to Drink with What You Eat," at The Spice House (1512 North Wells) in Chicago from 6:00 to 7:00. The evening is a celebration of the five-year anniversary of "The Flavor Bible" (Fall 2008), which was named by Forbes as one of the 10 best cookbooks in the world of the past century. The Spice House will serve complimentary refreshments. Event is free; RSVP to 312-274-0378 or spices@thespicehouse.com.
Story Lab @ Black Rock Pub
Story Lab stands apart from other live lit series in the city in its accessibility and unmitigated audience support for the performers at the Black Rock Pub, 3614 N. Damen Ave. This month's readers include: Bethany Hubbard, Mark Child, Stephanie Chavara, Clarence Browley, and Nicole Matos. Hosted by Scott Whitehair of the reading series This Much is True. Show starts at 7:30pm, and is free. Get there early for a seat and to take advantage of the $5 burger and $3.50 Chicago microbrew specials. For more information, visit Story Lab Chicago.
Lonely Are the Brave @ Patio Theater
The Northwest Chicago Film Society presents a screening of 1962's Lonely Are the Brave, starring Kirk Douglas, tonight at 7:30pm at the Patio Theater, 6008 W. Irving Park Rd. Admission is $5.
Hawkwind @ Logan Square Auditorium
The Empty Bottle presents the space-rock band Hawkwind on their first tour in nearly 20 years. Tonight's show is at the Logan Square Auditorium at 8:30pm. Full details on the show available at the Empty Bottle Website.
Guts & Glory @ Powell's Bookstore
Come to Powell's Bookstore, 2850 N. Lincoln Ave., tonight at 7pm for Chicago's boldest and most bad-ass storytelling event. This brave and bold live-lit show is hosted by Samantha Irby and Keith Ecker. Tonight's featured performers include Megan Stielstra, Suzy Krueckeberg, Josh Zagoren, John Loos and Angela Benander.
