Rue the day you quit piano lessons? No worries; ride someone else’s creative coattails this weekend.

SEE
Nova Young Art Fair
What: PYTs offer an alternative to Chicago Contemporary & Classic.
Why: Spot the next Cindy Sherman.
When: Fri. & Sat. noon-8 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m.
Where: 840 & 850 W. Washington Blvd., at Peoria St. (312-421-2227).

Liberace Tribute
What: Virtuoso Russ Long tickles the ivories.
Why: Blinding bling, a candelabra, and the “Beer Barrel Polka.” Duh.
When: Sat. 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
Where: Claudia Cassidy Theater of the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph St., at Michigan Ave. (312-742-1079).

DO
DIY Hip-Hop
What: Master mixologists battle it out.
Why: Get your degree in Old School.
When: Thurs. 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (workshop);
8 p.m.-midnight (competition).
Where: Vision Nightclub, 632 N. Dearborn St.,
at Ontario St. (312-266-1944).

EAT
Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club’s Patio Opens
What: Drag-show supper club under the stars.
Why: The truly gifted Gwen Stefani impersonator.
When: Sun. 5:30 p.m.-2 a.m. (and nightly except Monday).
Where: Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club, 3700 N. Halsted St., at Waveland Ave. (773-525-1111).

BUY
Puma Sample Sale
What: Deep discounts on Gentle Fawn and Dickies Girl, plus Puma kicks for $25.
Why: Now they’re playing to your talent.
When: Thurs. 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 1052 W. Fulton Market, #2W, at Aberdeen St. (312-421-3295).