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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TODAY
Monday, May 6
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BY DAY
Sunday, March 29 2015
Beat Swap Meet Chicago @ Empty Bottle
The Empty Bottle hosts Beat Swap Meet, a marketplace featuring local record collectors & dealers selling their vinyl wares. Shopping starts at noon, and admission is $5 or free with a canned good. Empty Bottle: 1035 N. Western Avenue. (773) 276-3600.
Firkin Fest @ HeadQuarters River North
The River North location of HeadQuarters Beercade, 213 W. Institute Pl., hosts its second annual Firkin Fest today. Fifty breweries will showcase 50 custom cask-conditioned beers from noon to 5pm. Tickets are $75 in advance, $85 at the door. And for the rest of the night, you'll be able to get $5 pours of whatever's left while you play pinball. 21+
Greek Independence Day Parade @ Greektown
Celebrate the 194th Anniversary of Greek Declaration of Independence in style! The Hellenic Heritage Parade will march on Halsted Street in Greektown starting at 2:30pm. Make sure to catch a good view and bring the whole family to this free event.
WildClaw Theatre benefit @ Four Moon Tavern
WildClaw Theatre holds their spring Metamorphosis benefit this evening at Four Moon Tavern (1847 W Roscoe). Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of Kafka's Metamorphosis and support the local theater group's efforts. RSVP at the event's Facebook page.
Salad Days: A Decade of Punk in Washington, DC (1980-90) @ The Vic
Brew and View at The Vic will be presenting the only screenings of Salad Days: A Decade of Punk in Washington, DC (1980-90) in the Chicago area Saturday and tonight at 7:30pm. The documentary directed by Scott Crawford explores the DIY hardcore punk scene that went on to influence countless musicians. Read our preview in Transmission. Tickets for this screening are only $7.
Ibeyi/Flo Morrisey @ Lincoln Hall
Soulful duo Ibeyi will be coming to Lincoln Hall, 424 N. Lincoln Ave. These twin sisters blend a variety of cultural music into a beautiful minimalist sound. They will be joined by singer songwriter Flo Morrisey. This 8pm show is 21+ and tickets are $15.
