The Raconteur Presents PARTY # 33! Featuring the mix-media artwork of PETER ARAKAWA. Over 50 Works of Art!! With classical and jazz piano by composer John Wicke (tickling the ivories of the shop's scarred, but in tune, mahagony upright). FREE! Complimentary Wine/Amuse Bouche If you plan to attend please contact raconteurbooks@aol.com. If you know of someone who might be interested in the above event, please forward this notice. Labeled a 'literary center of gravity' by Peter Applebome of The New York Times, The Raconteur is known for its eclectic programming, organizing literary happenings that range from motorcycle rides to arm wrestling tournaments. In addition to the free weekly events (film screenings, staged readings, live music) they mount at their store, The Raconteur sponsors annual film and literary festivals at The Forum Theatre, a 500 seat landmark playhouse/former vaudeville venue three blocks from the shop.