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Bars & Clubs / Literature Event
The Sunday Night Sex Show
The Burlington - 3425 W. Fullerton Ave. - Chicago (Logan Square)
Allen Makere and Robyn Pennacchia answer your love life questions and host humorous, sex-themed readings by local writers Rachel Collins, Byron...
Every last Sunday of the month 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Events / Literature Event
Essay Fiesta
The Book Cellar - 4736-38 N. Lincoln Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Square)
Local comedians-writers Keith Ecker and Alyson Lyon host humorous, true-life tales by Chicago-area comedians, novelists, poets, journalists, bloggers...
Every 3rd Monday of the month 7 p.m.
Events / Literature Event
'Yi Soon Shin' comic book launch
Chicago Comics - 3244 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Lakeview)
Check out the inaugural issue of the comic based on the true adventures of the 16th Century Korean admiral and meet writer Onrie Kompan. Includes...
December 3 : 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Events / Literature Event
Mental Graffiti
Butterfly Social Club - 722 W. Grand Ave. - Chicago (Warehouse District)
The poetry collective hosts an open mic featuring nationally and locally recognized spoken word artists and slam poets.
Every 3rd Monday of the month 8 p.m.
Bars & Clubs / Bar/Club Event
RUI: Reading Under the Influence
Sheffield's - 3258 N. Sheffield Ave. - Chicago (Lakeview)
Monthly series features readings of published work related to a particular theme, plus original work by local writers.
Every 1st Wednesday of the month 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Except January 6
Events / Literature Event
Homolatte
Tweet - 5020 N. Sheridan Rd. - Chicago (Uptown)
The evening features poetry, spoken word and music by local and national gay and lesbian performers.
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 7:30 p.m.
Events / Literature Event
Michael Williams, Nicholas Osborn and Richard Cahan
Women & Children First - 5233 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Andersonville)
The authors present "Who We Were: A Snapshot History of America," which includes the Westward homestead, the San Francisco earthquake, the great...
Events / Classical
Rush Hour Concerts: Kevin Coval and James Giles
St. James Cathedral - 65 E. Huron St. - Chicago (River North)
Poet and "Louder Than a Bomb" festival founder Kevin Coval performs, accompanied by pianist James Giles.
Events / Literature Event
'National Geographic Live!' series
Field Museum - 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive - Chicago
Photographers, scientists and explorers speak on various topics. Includes multimedia presentations and audience participation.
December 8 : 7:30 p.m. “Polar Obsession” with photographer Paul Nicklen
February 2 : 7:30 p.m. “Africa Through the Lens” with filmmaker and journalist Michael Davie
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Events / Literature Event
'In One Ear' poetry night
Heartland Cafe - 7000 N. Glenwood Ave. - Chicago (Rogers Park)
Five-minute performances range from spoken word and poetry to music and visual art.
