In five years, Aleksandar Hemon will most likely be solidly confirmed as one of America's top authors. Really, he already is, but these things take time to cement, which is perhaps another way of saying that you should go see him tonight at Elliott Bay Book Co. (100 S. Main St, 7:30 p.m.), because a couple years down the road it's going to be at a much bigger venue and not free to see Hemon speak. more ›

'CAUSE HATE IS JUST UGLY: The California Supreme Court announced last Friday that they would be handing down their decision today on the constitutionality of the infamous Prop 8. The court upheld the same-sex marriage ban, but allowed the existing 18,000 unions to stand. Since the news is mixed, it's fitting that there's a rally and/or protest taking place at Westlake Center Park tonight. Get out and show your support either way. more ›