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Tuesday, March 19
Randolph Street Market runs its holiday market this weekend at Plumbers Union Hall, 1340 W. Washington St. Shop for antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry, art and collectibles from dozens of vendors. Admission is $8 in advance, $10 at the gate. It's open from 10am to 5pm today.
Reggio "The Hoofer" McLaughlin presents The Nut Tapper, a tap-dance version of The Nutcracker, today at 3:30pm at the Old Town School of Folk Music's Maurer Hall, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. Tickets are $15.
Legendary emcee KRS-One celebrates the release of his latest album, Now Hear This, with a show tonight at The Shrine, 2109 S. Wabash Ave. Tickets are $24 early bird, $35 regular price. Doors open at 10pm. 21+