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HEY

Super Intern Ali, here.  Just wanted to let you all know about the fun you’ve been missing at Victory Gardens while you’ve been busy with your kids, Christmas shopping, drug addiction, what-have-you.

Last night we were lucky enough to have a bunch of stellar musicians from the Old Town School of Folk Music come to our Lincoln Park Neighbors Night to teach us all a thing or two about the instruments featured in The Snow Queen.  For those unfamiliar with what Lincoln Park Neighbors Night is, it’s a swingin’ party we hold on the first Wednesday of each mainstage show.  Local businesses come and offer their unique expertise during our pre-show activities.

So last night we learned how to play the guitar, strum the banjo, and run horse hair over the strings of a violin.   Shannon, Pilar, Sam and I learned how to play the Chuck Berry song from Pulp Fiction.  Then we learned how to play the banjo.  Here’s a little video from our jam session.

Fiesta Mexicana provided the food.  So with our bellies full, and our fingers freshly calloused, we enjoyed The Snow Queen.  Rock on.

Check out The Old Town School’s website for info on classes, concerts, and other things to keep your toes a tappin’.