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HEAR
Etran Finatawa
What:
The Nigerien nomadic musicians travel to these parts for a percussive, bluesy gig at Chicago Folk & Roots Festival.
Why: Their chanting is mesmerizing.
When: Sun., 8:30 p.m.
Where: Welles Park, 4400 N. Lincoln Ave., at Montrose Ave. Info at 773-728-6000. Suggested donation is $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

CHOMP
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
What:
Juicy patties abound at the neighborhood’s debut event, which includes between-the-bun participation from The Bad Apple, Village Tap, and John’s Place, among others.
Why: Live music by Chicago chamber pop group Canasta.
When: Fest, Sat. & Sun., noon-10 p.m.; Canasta, Sun., 8:30 p.m.
Where: Belmont Ave., at Damen Ave. Info at 773-868-3010. Suggested donation is $5 before 5 p.m. and $7 after.

BUY
Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-Up Shop
What:
Roaming vintage accessories boutique springs up at Gavin with ’30s- and ’40s-inspired necklaces, belts, earrings, brooches, rings, and bracelets.
Why: Thrifty pricing ($10-$30).
When: Sat.-July 31. Appearance by the founders, Sat., noon-3 p.m.
Where: 1939 Central St., at Prairie Ave., Evanston (847-328-7407).

SNAP
Digital Photography Classes
What:
New four- to eight-week sessions ($135-$260) cater to novices (understanding camera mechanics) and pros (the secrets of long exposure).
Why: Your Flickr account needs a face-lift.
When: Sessions begin July 12 & Aug. 9.
Where: Lillstreet Art Center, 4401 N. Ravenswood Ave., at Montrose Ave. Register online at lillstreet.com.

SEE
Teatro Buendía
What:
In its U.S. debut, the Cuban theater company mounts two edgy shows, La Visita de la Vieja Dama (a vengeful woman returns to her hometown) and Charenton (a new take on Marquis de Sade).
Why: Sangria and a mash-up DJ after the show on Fri. & July 16.
When: La Visita de la Vieja Dama, today, 7:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Charenton, July 15, 7:30 p.m.; July 16 & 17, 8 p.m.; July 18, 2 p.m.
Where: Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., at Randolph St. Tix ($14-$28) and info at 312-443-3800 or online at goodmantheatre.org.

Photo: Courtesy of World Music Network

Location
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
W Belmont Ave
@ Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
773-868-3010
1939 Central St
@ Prairie Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
847-328-7407
4401 N Ravenswood Ave
@ Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
773-769-4226
Welles Park
4400 N Lincoln Ave
@ Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
170 N Dearborn St
@ Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601
312-443-3800
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