Trouble Brewing in Liquor Park (Part 2)

The next day after learning that the future of the Double Door was in jeopardy, word came in to the RFC offices that another performance venue just a few doors down the street would definitely be closing its doors. The crew at buddY gallery lost their lease, which will put an end to the exhibitions, experimental music, workshops, and late-night dance parties at 1542 N. Milwaukee. However, don't expect the space to go out quietly...a series of farewell events are already in the works. We'll keep you posted here at RFC... Speaking of which, one event as part of the "last days of buddY" has been announced. Not really a music-related event, but certainly worthy of a quick mention: 12-hour Erotic Film Fest Thursday June 9th 1pm-1am 1542 N. Milwaukee, 2nd Fl $6 donation Vintage, S&M, puppets, documentary, hardcore, art house, & more! Curated by Ayaco, Presented by Odd Obsession video Penis cakes & tea will be served ------ While the closing of buddY is a done deal, the fate of Double Door is far from sealed and the management of the venue is encouraging the public to take action to help keep the venerable rock venue alive. Friends and fans of the venue are being asked to write letters to the neighborhood's alderman, Manny Flores, and attend the court hearing on Thursday to express support for keeping Double Door alive. For more information on how you can help, go to: www.doubledoor.com/important.php A reminder...if Double Door loses this case, there is a very good possibility that it could be replaced by a Banana Republic. A Banana fucking Republic! Unless you think that the availability of overpriced, mass produced khakis is more important to the neighborhood than a unique live music venue, I would strongly encourage you to voice your opinion on this matter to Mr. Flores and the rest of the parties involved.