There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From a silent disco dance party to a documentary on bicycling in the Netherlands, here's a rundown of options to help you get social around town.
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Afrofusion Friday
First, get your groove on at Afro Fusion Fridays. This free, international dance party features DJ's mixing hip-hop, R&B, reggae and more. Open to adults 21 and over.
When: Friday, March 8, 9 p.m.
Where: REFUGE Live!, 416 S. Clark St.
Admission: $0 - $20
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Urban Fêtes Presents: Silent "R&B Wars"
Calling all R&B fans. Score a ticket to this rave-like shindig while you can. This Friday, Urban Fête brings Silent "R&B Wars" Party to LITE. Don free wireless headphones and, with the flip of a switch, listen to up to three different DJ's.
When: Friday, March 8, 10 p.m.
Where: LITE, 215 W. Ontario
Admission: $10 - $15
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Chicago Wine Fest
Check out this wine tasting at Moe's Cantina on Saturday. Socialize and sample more than 35 wines from all over the globe. Snap Instagram-worthy pics for a shot at winning the photo contest.
When: Saturday, March 9, 12-4 p.m.
Where: Moe's Cantina River North, 155 W. Kinzie St.
Admission: $40 - $45
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Why We Cycle
Finally, give your environmental consciousness a boost this Saturday. Check out One Earth Film Festival's "Why We Cycle," an exploration of the Netherlands' bike culture. Connect with local cyclists before the screening while enjoying Belgian brews and Mediterranean-inspired small bites.
When: Saturday, March 9, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Patagonia Chicago, 48 E. Walton St.
Admission: $20
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