From Marvel Comic Trivia Night to a music awards party, there's plenty to enjoy in Chicago this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Marvel Universe Trivia Night at Open Books! Win passes to C2E2!
Show off your knowledge of Marvel Comics this Friday at Open Books' Trivia Night. Sponsored by NaNoWriMo and Chicago Nerd Social Club, this event gets hopping as teams compete to be captain of the Marvel Universe. Mingle with other comic book fans, enjoy beer, wine or cocktails and finger foods. All proceeds benefit literacy programs.
When: Friday, March 1, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Open Books, 651 W. Lake St.
Admission: Free (TEAM RSVP); $4 (FULL TEAM SPOT)
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2019 Country Day Party: Brunch, Booze & Live Music at Old Crow
Next, throw on some cowboy boots or your best Daisy Dukes attire for a Country Day Party. This Saturday at Old Crow Smokehouse, you can enjoy live music performances, a brunch buffet and plenty of booze (that includes beer, Bloody Marys and mimosas). Open to adults 21 and over. Look out for giveaways and drink specials.
When: Saturday, March 2, noon-4 p.m.
Where: Old Crow Smokehouse River North, 149 W. Kinzie St.
Admission: $40 (Early Bird Discounted GA Ticket); $50 (Pre-Sale Discounted GA Ticket); $60 (Reserved Hi-Top w/ 6 Shots of Whiskey). More ticket options available.
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Yoga & Brunch at Pinstripes Chicago
Then, jumpstart your Sunday morning with a Corepower Yoga class at Pinstripes. Enjoy a complimentary mimosa and discount on the bottomless brunch buffet, which offers fresh bagels, yogurt and granola parfaits, waffle and omelette stations and more. Reservations recommended. (Check the offerings here.)
When: Sunday, March 3, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Pinstripes, 435 E. Illinois St.
Admission: $5
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10th Annual Seed Swap!
Get ready to grow together this Sunday at the 10th annual Seed Swap. Bring seeds from your own garden or new ones you don't need. Then, roll up your sleeves and learn how to do worm composting, seed starting and soil blocking techniques from expert gardeners.
When: Sunday, March 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 2nd Floor Ballroom, 5917 N. Broadway St.
Admission: Free
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Bill Dickens' Award Party
Finally, don't miss the Bill "the Buddha" Dickens' Award party. Join co-host Victory Wooten in celebrating the legendary bassist's accomplishments. His many credits include the 2019 NAMM Believe in Music Award, which he earned for his role in developing its Oral History Program.
When: Sunday, March 3, 6 p.m.
Where: The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West
Admission: $30
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