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Tuesday, March 19
Brasserie by LM, 800 S. Michigan Ave., is open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and will serve prix-fixe meals for $35 per person. The menu includes choice of an appetizer (such as roasted squash soup or bilinis), an entree (such as chestnut risotto or poached salmon), and a dessert (such as chocolate mousse). Reservations can be made online or by calling 312-431-1788.
The Music Box Theatre presents a year-end Kubrick festival, kicking off this evening with screenings of Eyes Wide Shut and The Shining. The festival runs through January 3rd; a complete listing of films is available at the Music Box Website. Music Box: 3733 North Southport Avenue. (773) 871-6604.
Jam legends Mr. Blotto does its annual All Dead Christmas Show, playing nothing but Grateful Dead songs, tonight at the Cubby Bear, 1059 W. Addison St. Doors open at 8pm. Tickets are $10.