Chicago - November 30, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

A few things to yuletide you over.

DO
Stewed, Screwed, and Tattooed
What: Show of fine art by three of Chicago’s top tattoo artists.
Why: Sometimes, beauty is skin deep.
When: Thurs., 7-11 p.m.
Where: Five Star Bar and Grill, 1424 W. Chicago Ave., b/t Bishop & Noble Sts. (312-850-2555).

Easy Bar
What: New low-key bar from the guys at AliveOne and Estelle’s.
Why: Easy does it.
When: Sat., 5 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: 1944 W. Division St. (773-227-4644).

BUY
Rug Auction Fundraiser
What: Wool rugs designed by Harrington College of Design students and woven in Nepal are up for bid.
Why: The floor, the merrier.
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Harrington College of Design, 200 W. Madison St., at Wells St., 1st flr. Suggested $20 donation goes to Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS.

Do Division
What: Discounts, trunk shows, and drinks at Division Street shops, restaurants, and bars.
Why: Browse. Drink. Buy. Repeat.
When: Sat. at noon.
Where: Participating businesses on Division St., from Ashland Ave. to Leavitt St.

HEAR
A Night to Celebrate
What: Sets by up-and-comers The Saps, Big Buildings, and The Lavellas.
Why: Tons of tunes for just $10.
When: Fri. at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Subterranean, 2011 W. North Ave., at Damen Ave.