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Two giants in the New York rap scene will be spinning sets at CiRCA this Friday as part of Sneaker Pimps. Although G-Unit DJ DJ Whoo Kid has been dominating the East coast mix tape game these past few years, this night belongs to legendary producer DJ Premier. In addition to his work as one half of Gangstarr, Primo shaped the sound of 1990s New York gangsta rap by lacing tracks for Nas, Biggie, and Jay-Z. When he's not supplying Christina Aguilera with horn inflected beats, Primo continues to work with up and coming rappers like Termanology.

The good people at Brunswick Theatre are hosting another week of free film screenings! Return their love and boost attendance by coming out to see one (or a few) of the following films:

If you’re a beadophile, you’re more likely into jewelry and craft making than abacuses and Mardi Gras. Whether you’re a margaretologist or just someone who likes pretty things, check out the Toronto Bead Society's (yes, we have a bead society!) semi-annual Bead and Jewelry Fair on May 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the YMCA at 20 Grosvenor Street. The group’s website boasts the fair will showcase “African beads, lampwork beads, semi-precious, Swarovski, Czech, seed beads, sterling wire and findings, tools, books, kits, finished jewelry, vintage and much more!” Admission is $4. If you can’t make it, you can join the TBS to get your bead fix. Members get access to beadwork seminars and workshops, and discounts at stores like The Sassy Bead Company and Bead Junction!

Austinist gets arty with an interactive guide to SXSW, loved some local art galleries and a new art exhibit and lamented the possible loss of "Friday Night Lights" production to New Mexico.