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Nightspots: The Big To Do
Nightspots weekly picks to help you plan your nightlife calendar
2016-09-21
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Laughs in the Lounge
Wed., Sept. 21, 9 pm
Rogers Park Social,
6920 N. Glenwood Ave.
The September showcase features comedians Adam Bindert, Alex Dragicevich, Laura Hugg, Vikram Pandya, Cynthia Shur Petts and host Marla Depew ( pictured ).
Laughs in the Lounge
Sat., Sept. 24, 3-5 pm
Sidetrack,
3349 N. Halsted St.
An afternoon of rememberance, laughs, art, music and love, celebrating the amazing life of Mel Platzke. His humor, fashion style, big heart, artistic creativity and charm were all one-of-a-kind and managed to bring so many people together.
Project Run-a-way: Season 7
Sat., Sept. 24, 4-9 pm
Fantasy Nightclub,
3641 N. Halsted St.
A mix of top fashion, model, and drag reality TV shows. Contestants are asked to create a garment ( without professional sewing equipment ) in an extremely short time frame. This year's event benefits Project Fierce Chicago and the homeless LGBT youth that they support.
Presidential Debate
Viewing Party
Mon., Sept. 26, 7 pm
Sidetrack,
3349 N. Halsted St.
Hosted by Chicago LGBTQ for Hillary. Doors open to Glass Bar at 7, debate 8-9:30. No cover. Event chairs Art Johnston, Pepe Peña, Jamie Citron and Kevin Hauswirth hope you will make a financial contribution to keep the Hillary Victory Fund moving full steam ahead!
Full Windy City Times calendar at the link: www.windycitymediagroup.com/gay/chicago/events/upcoming.php . |
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