Brew & View at The Vic
Somewhere between oh, about the ages of 25 and 30, I somehow managed to forget about one of Chicago’s underrated treats — Brew & View at The Vic Theater. And I don’t know exactly when I’ll forgive myself.

Catching “Office Space” and “Little Miss Sunshine” on a random Wednesday night for $5 with $2 Miller Lite drafts, like I did last week, is good work. Think about it: You get two movies (either classics, cult favorites or second-run options that you recently missed at the cinema) played back-to-back starting at 8 p.m. in a classic venue with $2 beers.

Movie tandems typically run from Sunday through Thursday (and sometimes Friday, depending on the concert schedule) and last around two weeks. Borat and Tenacious D start Friday, Jan. 19.

For the weekly schedule, check out www.brewview.com.
— Trent Modglin

Fish fry at the Duke of Perth
So it’s Friday night, and you’ve had your fill of pizza, cashew chicken and burgers but don’t feel like cooking something at home, either. That was how I felt a few weeks ago when I happened across the Duke of Perth at 2913 N. Clark.

With the look and feel of an authentic Scottish pub, the Duke of Perth is already different than most Lincoln Park and Wrigleyville bars. Then add in the best fish fry I’ve had in quite awhile, and it’s a guarantee I’ll be back.

The fish is beer-battered, but it’s light and flaky, not soaked in grease like you’ll see in a lot of other places. All-you-can-eat for $9.25 on Wednesdays and Fridays, complete with seasoned fries (chips) and peas. And the variety of exotic beers from Scotland and England is a perfect finishing touch.
— Trent Modglin

Chicago A Cappella celebrates Valentine’s Day with songs for lovers(and those who wish they were)
Chicago a cappella, recognized as one of the area’s most accomplished and innovative vocal ensembles, will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a delightful concert of music about love, Songs For Lovers (And Those Who Wish They Were). The acclaimed nine-voice ensemble will take audiences on a whirlwind a cappella history of courtship, ranging from Renaissance music to vocal jazz.

Songs for Lovers (And Those Who Wish They Were) will take place:
Friday, Feb. 9, at 8 p.m., at DePaul Concert Hall (800 W. Belden) in Chicago.
Saturday, Feb. 17, at 8 p.m., at Pilgrim Congregational Church (460 Lake Street) in Oak Park.
Sunday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 pm, at the Music Institute (1490 Chicago Ave.) in Evanston.
Tickets are $35/$28/$22 seniors (62+) and students (23 and under). Group rates available.
For tickets call (773) 755-1628 or 1-800-SING-WOW (800-746-4969). More information and to secure online ticket sales: www.chicagoacappella.org

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