Chicago - November 05, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

You deserve a break today.

SEE
Sign of the Times
What: Five-artist exhibition of drawing, photography, collage, and more mines the global economic crisis.
Why: Carrie Schneider’s sharp parody photos of longing and gluttony.
When: Thru Jan. 9. Opening reception, Sat., 4-7 p.m. Hours, Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Monique Meloche Gallery, 2154 W. Division St., b/t Leavitt St. & Hoyne Ave. (773-252-0299).

SIGN UP
Swirl, Sample Sales by DailyCandy
What: Introducing a new sample sale e-commerce site with designer clothing and accessories chosen by our very own editors at up to 80 percent off.
Why: DailyCandy readers get first dibs (and we’re giving away $100 gift cards to the first 100 early members).
When: Beta site (and first sale) launches Nov. 16.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

DROP IN
The Interview Show
What: Humor writer Mark Bazer’s monthly, live chat fest features SNL alum Julia Sweeney; designer Maria Pinto; music by Brighton, MA; and more.
Why: He’s Chicago’s Conan.
When: Fri., 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia Ave., at Ada St. (773-227-4433).

CELEBRATE
Paper Doll’s Anniversary Sale
What: For its ninth year in the biz, the boutique knocks 15 percent off everything (Snow & Graham calendars, Soda ceramic cups, graphic totes) when you mention DailyCandy (excluding custom orders).
Why: Holiday shopping, dollface.
When: Thru Nov. 15. Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2048 W. Division St., b/t Damen & Hoyne Aves. (773-227-6950).

Tabula Tua Turns 15
What: Help the store celebrate with a free champagne brunch and 15 percent off all purchases (Match Pewter stemware, Catstudio pillows).
Why: Give a longtime shop some props.
When: Brunch, Sat., 10 a.m.-noon. Sale, Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1015 W. Armitage Ave., b/t Kenmore & Sheffield Aves. (773-525-3500).

Or would you rather skip town this weekend? All you need is a change of clothes and our road trip tips at dailycandy.com/guides.

Photo: Carrie Schneider / Courtesy of Monique Meloche

  Weekend Guide