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TODAY
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BY DAY
Thursday, June 19 2014
The Orwells @ Schubas
The Orwells play a free all-ages show at Schubas, 3159 N. Southport Ave., tonight at 7pm.
Kansas City Pitmaster BBQ Dinner @ Barn and Company
If you like KC's take on barbecue, Barn and Company (950 W. Wrightwood) hosts a special dinner tonight (7-9pm) in collaboration with Boulevard Brewing of Kansas City; $45 gets you three courses with beer pairings. RSVP required.
Kulturkueche: Potato Salat @ DANK Haus
Learn the Deutschlander way to make potato salad tonight at 7:30pm at DANK House, 4740 N. Western Ave. Tickets are $16 and include recipes, tastings and a drink.
Windy City Burlesque Fest
The Windy City Burlesque Fest runs June 18-21 this year, with six performances featuring dozens of dancers at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. Tonight at 8pm is the "anything goes show," featuring a mix of styles and genres from 20 perfomers. Marz Timms hosts. Tickets are $18, or get a festival pass for $125. All shows are 21+
Chicago Film Archives Media Mixer @ Hideout
The Chicago Film Archives celebrates its 10th anniversary with its third annual Media Mixer at the Hideout 1354 W. Wabansia Ave., tonight at 8pm. The evening features collaborations between filmmakers and musicians, plus a raffle and silent auction, DJs and more. Alison Cuddy emcees. Tickets are $15. Doors open at 7pm.
Asher Roth @ Bottom Lounge
Asher Roth headlines the Bottom Lounge, 1375 W. Lake St., tonight, with Chuck Inglish and ShowYouSuck opening. Tickets are $15 online or at the door. Doors open at 8pm. 17+
