Sir & Madame Host First Tuesdays at Fox Bar

Fox Bar 113 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL, United States

A fabulous night hosted by a fabulous boutique in an equally fabulous space. Drinks and food are half off and the atmosphere is come as you are. Fox Bar offers local craft beers and Chicago inspired drinks late into the night. More info: Sir & Madame

The Art of Scotch Making

Renaissance Hotel Downtown 1 W Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

Sample some of the most popular varieties of scotch with guidance from Renaissance’s mixologists at the Scotch, Sip and Sample experience. Learn about the different scotch making regions of Scotland at this event. The cost is $25 for 5 scotch tastings. (This is a correction to the information provided during our Periscope broadcast this week.)…

Shop Local at the 900 Shops

900 Shops 900 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Located on Level 5. Food, cocktails, and festivities with 900 North Michigan Shops’ PARTY ON FIVE event, highlighting the experience of shopping local in Chicago! Plus, welcome TWO new local shops – Alexandra Torissi and Luxury Garage Sale (pop-up store). Sip and shop your way around Level 5 and see the latest trends in fashion…

The Makeup Show

Bridgeport Art Center 1200 W. 35th Street, chicago, IL, United States

The Makeup Show Chicago brings the nation’s largest pro-driven beauty event to the Midwest. This inspiring gathering will bring artists of all levels together for an exciting weekend of education and opportunity. This year’s lineup includes highly-anticipated keynotes from industry leaders and presentations from well-known brands. More info and tickets: The Makeup Show Chicago

Buzz Art Auction

Loews Chicago Hotel 455 North Park Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Buzz Art Auctions, an entertaining art series benefiting charity, makes its tour stop in the Windy City this fall. Guests are invited to mix & mingle while enjoying food and beverages from Bombay Sapphire during a one-of-a-kind no reserve auction. Up to fifty original works by some of today’s top street, graffiti and contemporary artists will be auctioned…

One of a Kind Show

Merchandise Mart 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago

"The 15th annual One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago-- Chicago's holiday shopping show—returns to The Merchandise Mart December 3-6, 2015.   More than 600 talented artists from across North America will bring their imaginative, handmade creations to this year's show offering a wide range of media and categories. " - One of a Kind…

Chicago’s Hood Smoke at Schubas

Schubas Tavern 3159 N. Southport Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

"Bryan Doherty bends the bass into something rarely heard, but entirely worth the price of admission." So says All Music Guide, and they're right: Much like Doherty's brilliant bass playing, his band Hood Smoke blends soul and pop a la Rufus, David Byrne and The Band. Hood Smoke's line-up reads like a "who's who" of…

$10.00

Party Noire

The Promontory 5311 S. Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, IL, United States

"Go Black to the Future every month at The Promontory with Party Noire, a monthly day party founded by Nick, Rae, and Lauren. If you missed out on the party of the summer with our kick-off Party Noire, join us on Saturday, December 19 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. for the party of the…

$10

Free Day at The Field Museum

The Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Free admission for all Illinois residents at The Field Museum today!

Free Winter Weekdays at the Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicagp, IL, United States

General admission to the Art Institute of Chicago is free for Illinois residents every weekday all day long until February 11th.

The Wailers @ HOB

House of Blues 329 N Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Aston "Family Man" Barrett has been playing bass for the Wailers since 1969, when an idealistic Bob Marley formed the nucleus of the band. Barrett now tours with a rotating troop of musicians, covering the hits everyone knows and loves. I've seen them three times and I can't wait to hear them again this week in…

$25 – $40

Beyond the Aria

Jay Pritzker Pavilion 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

The Harris Theater for Music and Dance, in association with Lyric Unlimited, presents the return of Beyond the Aria - the highly acclaimed performance series produced by the Harris Theater which pairs internationally celebrated opera singers of Lyric's main-stage alongside rising stars from The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera…

Free Day at The Field Museum

The Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Basic admission is free today for all Illinois residents at The Field Museum!

Free Day at the Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

On 52 days throughout the year, Illinois residents with a valid ID receive free general admission or discounted upgraded admission to the aquarium. Three options are available on your Illinois Resident Discount Days visit: General admission: Free Available for on-site purchase only Includes Caribbean Reef, Waters of the World and Amazon Rising. Save $8 per…

FREE: Family Day at The Museum of Science and Industry Presented by Black Creativity

The Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Presented by Black Creativity, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day the museum will be free to all Illinois residents and featured events include Jr. Science Cafés and an Innovation Studio. About Black Creativity: Anchored by the Museum’s nationally recognized Center for the Advancement of Science Education (CASE), Black Creativity reaches more than 25,000 students, their…