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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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TODAY
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Thursday, November 28 2013
Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 80th annual McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade steps off at 8am this morning on State Street from Congress to Randolph. Enjoy classic balloons, marching bands, floats, incredible performance groups, celebrities and, of course, Santa Claus. Attendance is free, but VIP seating is available for $50.
Christkindlmarket @ Daley Center
The annual Christkindlmarket opens today in Daley Plaza (50 W. Washington) and runs through December 24. Hand-crafted holiday goods from Germany, Bavaria, Poland, and many other nations. Oh, and don't forget the German beer!
