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February 09, 2012 • by Emily Van Zandt, Metromix Nightlife and Events Producer Follow us Like us   Upcoming Events  2/09  Thursday Pre-Coachella Party Beauty Bar, West Town DJs spin a mix of music from Coachella-bound bands. Also happening: • Dierks Bentley at Joe's Bar • Pink Floyd Burlesque at Stage 773 • Noches de Rock at Cubby Bear  2/10  Friday Oscar-Nominated Film Series Music Box Theatre, Lakeview Catch up before the awards with this film series. Also happening: • Electro Fixxx IV at Neo Nightclub • Brian Posehn at UP Comedy Club • Waka Winter Classic at Double Door  2/04  Saturday Stay Smooth 'Sweet Sixteen' Schubas, Lakeview Go retro at this roller skating bar party. Also happening: • Handmade Market at Empty Bottle • Nerds at Heart at Union Park • Makeout Party at Hideout Bad cabbies on notice Ernest has a few things to say about crazy Chicago cab rides. @REMIXchicago on Twitter Like free stuff? Ernest likes giving it away. Follow him on Twitter for weekly prizes and freebies. Spotlight of the Week Chicago Restaurant Week Guide What to try and what to skip during this year's Restaurant Week. Sponsored Events + Promotions Be the Most Prepared Charity Athlete with Team In Training! Train with the Best and Help Create a World Without Cancer Get ready for the sold-out Bank of America Chicago Marathon and train for a summer event with the best charity training program! RedEye's 2012 Best Bartender Vote for your favorite Chicago bartender RedEye's Best Bartender competition is now down to eight. Click here to check out the semi-finalists & choose your fave. Hurry! Deadline to vote is Feb. 13. Hot Right Now Publican Quality Meats West Loop Paul Kahan's butcher shop Baker & Nosh Uptown Soups, salads and fresh bread Red Violet River North Modern Chinese fare Food Lust on Facebook Check out our Facebook page for daily photos of the hottest dishes in Chicago. Get More from Metromix • Visit us at chicago.metromix.com • Eat & Drink channel on   redeyechicago.com • Sign up for mobile text alerts • Daily features in RedEye • Sign up for our other newsletters • Read The Re-mix from our Wingman

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