Need more laughter in your life? There's plenty of ways to tickle your funny bone this week in Chicago, from a stand-up act to a comedy drinking show.

Get your cultural fix this week. From a studio tour to a rock musical set in a flower shop, Chicago offers a wide range of artsy events.

Get out in the community this week and enjoy events ranging from trivia night to a Latin-Israeli concert.

From party celebrating women in the film industry to an art exhibition bringing awareness to mental illness, here are the best options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

From a museum exhibition to a Bach and banjo performance, here are the best options to help you get out and about in the days ahead.

If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Boston this week, from an art exhibit on the marriage between fabric and sculpture to a deal at

From a blend of soul, gospel and rock to a mix of R&B and neo soul, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

From improv to stand-up, here are some comedy deals to be had this week.

From a whiskey walk to a West African food tasting, here are some food and drink events to get you out this weekend.

From a karaoke competition to a showcase of ancient Roma dances, there's plenty to do on the performing arts scene this week.

We've got a STEM symposium for Hispanic high-school students, a comedic deep-sea musical and more this week.

From a seminar on the rise of indoor cycling to scuba lessons for rookies, there's plenty of sports and fitness activities coming up in Chicago this week.

Here are 4 ways to stay informed of social and policy issues, ranging from conflict over immigration to media coverage of political candidates.