As you might know, Roller Derby has made a huge comeback. Tough girls with spiky elbows have found a place to co-miz and kick some ass. The Windy City Rollers have been a Chicago staple for a couple of years now, and it was big news when member Tequila Mockingbird was injured during a game, suffering a spinal injury. Like most Americans, medical insurance has forsaken her, and the community has stepped up to help. A benefit has been planned for this Saturday, February 8th: To Thrill a Mockingbird.
The fun begins at 7pm with a social hour featuring appetizers donated by Charlie’s Ale House, a Best Decorated Helmet Contest with prizes and a chance to mix and mingle with members of the Windy City Rollers. You’ll also have a chance to get derby merch, tickets for the bout on Sunday and enter a special raffle to benefit Tequila Mockingbird! Don’t miss the action when the Dyke Delicious Film Series at Chicago Filmmakers screens the 70’s Cult Classic: “Kansas City Bomber” and “High Heels on Wheels.” $10 at Chicago Filmmakers 5243 N Clark St Chicago, (773) 293-1447.
T’s, Sweet Occasions, Ranalli’s, Starbucks Coffee, Kopi Cafe Chicago, Women and Children First and Alamo Shoes have all donated gift certificates! One of a kind, hand made, derby themed underwear for our silent auction, and gift packages donated by the fierce and fabulous ladies of BOTH Tulip and Early to Bed!!!
After words, all ticket holders will be given 2 drinks for the price of one when they present their ticket stub at Charlie’s Ale House, they’ll have other drink specials and the ladies of the Windy City Rollers will be serving up shots! DJ Sky will be laying down the best in punk, funk, old school and indie to make you shake that booty… ALL TO BENEFIT TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD! Charlie’s Ale House is located at 5308 N. Clark (Across the Street form Chicago Film Makers)
–Stinky Pinky
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