An Oscar winning M.D. who won for his melody purposed for an unequal ‘MD’, a prime-time shopping soiree, and a great opportunity to become addicted to the needle ; here are a few of the events I’m looking forward to this week:
Jorge Drexler
Wednesday, October 2nd
8pm
Uruguayan Drexler is the prototypical overachiever. A doctor, an ear, nose, and throat specialist to be exact, who specializes in beautiful music, he’s backpacked through Brazil, dabbled in acting, and became the first ever Uruguan to win an Oscar – for “Al Otro Lado del Rio”, a song he composed for The Motorcycle Diaries. Hear him coo poetry and tickle the guitar at the iconic indie supporter, Lincoln Hall.
For a Drexler sample, click here: http://www.rhapsody.com/artist/jorge-drexler
Fall Fashion Free-for-All
Archer Townsend 805 W. Randolph Street, Second Floor, Chicago ILFriday, October 4th
6pm-9pm
“Archer Townsend creates contemporary casual knitwear that’s perfect for everyday city living.” This Friday, Archer Townsend is opening its showroom to the public for an inclusive opportunity to shop their limited fall collection. Get into their plush fabrics and convertible pieces. My favorite has to be this Moto jacket and legging combo. Hotness!
Image Source: www.ArcherTownsend.com
CLICK HERE for a short video where I interview the designers behind the label.
Knot Talking
Sunday, October 6th
2pm-4pm
Want to impress someone with a handmade gift they’ll actually use? Learn to knit and begin a hobby perfect for the cold months to come. Logan Square’s The Sweatshop of Love and Chicago blog The Urbaness have joined forces for an afternoon of knitting, coffee, and conversation. All supplies will be provided by The Sweatshop of Love. If you think of knitting as an exclusively antiquated avocation, pick up a needle this afternoon. You’ll be hooked!
Image Source: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ThompsonBrooklyn
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