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The Weekend Guide

schadenfreude and the jordan years!

In honor of Biz Markie’s birthday, we got what you need.

LAUGH
The City That Works
What:
Comedy ensemble Schadenfreude teams with hip-hop group The Jordan Years for sketches, songs, and stand-up.
Why: It’s like Jimmy Fallon and The Roots — but good.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.
Where: Gallery Cabaret, 2020 N. Oakley Ave., at McLean Ave. (773-489-5471). Info at 773-576-6070. Tickets ($10) at the door.

EAT
Longman & Eagle Brunch
What:
Logan Square’s hangout now rattles you from Sunday slumber with smoked ham hock scrapple, catfish cakes, and sunny-side duck eggs.
Why: A Bloody Lawrence (a Bloody Mary made with corn whiskey) sets you back $8.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 2657 N. Kedzie Ave., at Schubert Ave. (773-276-7110).

SEE
Everything I Tell You Now Is True
What:
Trippy short films by the British artist Emily Wardill riff on everything from Nietzsche to Nintendo Wii.
Why: She’s a sixteen-millimeter genius.
When: Thurs., 6 p.m.
Where: Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St., b/t Randolph & Lake Sts. (312-846-2800). Tickets ($10) at the door or online at ticketmaster.com.

LEARN
Bin 36 Cheese Class
What:
Executive chef John Caputo gives you a whirlwind tour of fromage (from curd to consumption).
Why: Nibble as you note take.
When: Sun., 6:30 p.m.
Where: 339 N. Dearborn St., at Kinzie St. (312-755-9463). For tix ($36) and info, go to bin36.com.

GRAZE
Spring Tapas Tasting Menu
What:
Because you’re a bargain conquistador, tackle all-you-can-eat Latin small plates for only $27.
Why: Tap into that tuna and watermelon ceviche.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 5-9:30 p.m.; Fri., 5 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Nacional 27, 325 W. Huron St., b/t Franklin & Orleans Sts. (312-664-2727).

Photo: Benjamin Gonzales / Courtesy of Schadenfreude

Location
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie Ave
@ Schubert Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
773-276-7110
Nacional 27
325 W Huron St
bt Franklin & Orleans Sts
Chicago, IL 60654
312-664-2727
Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
@ McLean Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
773-489-5471
339 N Dearborn St
@ Marina City
Chicago, IL 60654
312-755-9463
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 N State St
bt Randolph & Lake Sts
Chicago, IL 60601
312-846-2600
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