Weekend Reminders

Thursday posts focus on events that were previously mentioned on Broken Hearted Toy, and are taking place during the upcoming weekend. Plus, the occasional event taking place this weekend that has just come to my attention, or concert tickets going on sale.

Happy Birthday to Keith Richards, one of rock and roll’s most impressive guitarists for seven decades. His strumming has fueled hit singles as well as classic album tracks, all the while conveying a superstar persona.

On the local scene, Happy Birthday to John San Juan, a guitarist-vocalist who’s performed with numerous acts on stage as well as performing and recording with his indie rock band Hushdrops.

Desiree Burcum, a longtime member of the Chicago comedy group Famous In The Future and The Ruts alt rock band, is also celebrating today. Happy Birthday, Des.

The LiveWire Lounge at 3394 N. Milwaukee Avenue on Chicago’s north side will host a Holiday Market this Sunday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Shoppers will find handmade goods, artwork, fashion, records, and rock and roll memorabilia.

Patti Smith will continue promoting her Bread Of Angels memoir with an event in Washington, D.C. tomorrow, and upcoming dates in January.

As noted on the Jam Mail Concert Calendar, tickets are now on sale for Fountains Of Wayne, with Fig Dish and Child Seat at Vic Theatre on December 31; Mavis Staples with Nathaniel Rateliff (solo) at The Chicago Theatre on January 10; and Brigitte Calls Me Baby at Schubas on January 21.

Congratulations to vocalist Darlene Love and The Smithereens on being announced as the next inductees for the Count Basie Center Walk Of Fame. The inductions will take place tomorrow at the Count Basie Center in Redbank, NJ. Previous inductees are Count Basie and Jon Bon Jovi.

Montrose Saloon on Chicago’s north side will offer a full lineup of oddly named acts tomorrow night with Helen Huff; Trick Shooter Social Club; The Revinirs; The Cold Motions; and Decoy Prayer Meeting. The music starts at 7:00 pm.

Chicago-based singer-songwriter Michael McDermott will bring his Mischief And Mistletoe celebration to City Winery - Chicago for the 13th year this coming Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Each night will offer a different show, as McDermott is joined by special guests.

Tickets go on sale tomorrow for Ladysmith Black Mambazo at the Old Town School Of Folk Music on March 14. The critically acclaimed a cappella singing group has been together for 60 years.

The Bad Examples’ gig tomorrow night at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora, IL is being billed as A Christmas Rock Party. The long-time, Chicago-based indie rockers are led by vocalist-guitarist Ralph Covert, whose songs are reminiscent of the clever and melodic music of Squeeze.

Those Chicago-based, self-described 21st century druid musicians whitewolfsonicprincess will wrap up a busy year with “a little party/concert at our humble rehearsal studio” this Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Participating musicians will include Chris Bock, Randy Farr, Pat McDonald, Karen Singer, Daniel Connolly, Scott Judd, and The Telepaths. There is a suggested donation of $10. The studio is located at 826 Custer St. in Evanston.