Events for December 5th, 2008
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Friday - December 5th
Bars & Clubs / Bar/Club Event
Repeal Day Party
Moonshine - 1824 W. Division St. - Chicago (East Village / Ukrainian Village)
8 p.m.
Dress as a flapper or gangster and celebrate the 75th anniversary of Prohibition's end. The themed bash includes swing dancing performances, music from the era, a Dewar's toast and giveaways like boas and fedoras. Also, get an old-fashioned shave or shoeshine on-site, compete in thumb wrestling...
Events / Community Event
13th Annual Christkindlmarket Chicago
Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington St. - Chicago (Loop)
An open-air, German-style market showcases handmade ornaments, accessories, clothing and gifts from more than 50 vendors. Also features German food and drink such as beer, hot spiced wine, potato pancakes, bratwurst, schnitzel, strudel and more.
Bars & Clubs / Bar/Club Event
Whiskey Rebellion
Kelly's Pub - 949 W. Webster Ave. - Chicago (Sheffield/De Paul)
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A benefit bash commemorating the 75th anniversary of the legalization of liquor after Prohibition features $2 domestic drafts and bottles and $2 well drinks.
Events / Bar/Club Event
20th Annual Rock and Roll Charity Auction
Park West - 322 W. Armitage Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. VIP reception and 7 p.m. general admission
Bid on memorabilia signed by Janis Joplin, Carlos Santana, Tom Waits, Dolly Parton, Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd, Wilco, Gwen Stefani and nearly 200 other music stars during live and silent charity auctions.
Events / Community Event
The Red Carpet Walk Out
Macy's - 111 N. State St. - Chicago (Loop)
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
"America’s Next Top Model" contestant Isis King and other models strut the catwalk in a fashion show to foster awareness of HIV/AIDS. Includes martinis and appetizers. The event is part of 20th annual World AIDS Day events taking place throughout the city.
Bars & Clubs / Bar/Club Event
The Interview Show
Hideout - 1354 W. Wabansia Ave. - Chicago
RedEye columnist Mark Bazer hosts a talk show where guests share their talents and world views. Guests include musicians, authors, comedians, activists, chefs, executives and others.
Events / Shopping Event
I'm So Self-Conscious: Fashion Show and Release Party
Self-Conscious - 1021 W. Lake St. - Chicago (West Loop)
7 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Celebrate the launch of the Unspoken Proverbs T-shirt line, see T-shirts by designers Enstrumental, Pharaoh Guard and Edward Ark and get discounts of up to 50 percent on store merchandise. DJ Timbuck 2 spins. Refreshments include appetizers and cocktails.
Bars & Clubs / Bar/Club Event
Santa Cause 4
Sluggers Sports Bar & Dueling Pianos - 3540 N. Clark St. - Chicago (Wrigleyville)
7 p.m.
WSCR-AM 670 host and producer Matt Abattacola and Pimprov comedy's Jonathan Keaton host a singles auction for dates with local celebrities and professionals. A raffle features sports and concert tickets, a massage and more. Enter the "Bad Santa" costume contest and you could win a cash prize.
Movies / Things To Watch
Cinema Slapdown: 'Bad Santa'
Film Row Cinema of Columbia College - 1104 S. Wabash Ave. - Chicago (South Loop)
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Watch the Golden Globe-nominated Christmas comedy starring Billy Bob Thornton. Afterward, writer and Columbia College film and video graduate Matthew Fagerholm and WBBM-AM 780 news editor Jim Benes debate its merits (and lack thereof) in a discussion moderated by "Talk Cinema" host Ron Falzone.
Events / Bar/Club Event
20th Annual Rock and Roll Charity Auction
Park West - 322 W. Armitage Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. VIP reception and 7 p.m. general admission
Bid on memorabilia signed by Janis Joplin, Carlos Santana, Tom Waits, Dolly Parton, Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd, Wilco, Gwen Stefani and nearly 200 other music stars during live and silent charity auctions.
