December 4, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Three’s company.

SEE
Stella
What: Offbeat sketch comedy from Michael Ian Black, Michael Showalter, and David Wain.
Why: You’ve loved them since The State.
When: Fri., 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield Ave., at Belmont Ave. (773-472-0449). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

TOTE
Greenaid
What: Reusable bag in grenade-like packaging helps fight the war on plastic.
Why: It’s the bomb.
When: You need a stocking stuffer.
Where: Willow, 908 N. Damen Ave., b/t Walton & Iowa Sts. (773-772-0140).

EAT
Tre Kronor’s Julbord
What: Pig out at the annual holiday smorgasbord of Swedish specialties (herring, smoked salmon, cheese, shrimp, ham, meatballs).
Why: How Swede it is.
When: Thru Dec. 23. Mon.-Sat., 5:30 & 8 p.m.
Where: 3258 W. Foster Ave., at Spaulding Ave. (773-267-9888).

MAKE
Saturday Shorts Workshop
What: Create an arty deck of cards inspired by the work of Jenny Holzer.
Why: You know when to fold ’em.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., at Mies van der Rohe Way. Register at 312-397-4010 or in person. 

BID
Fine Jewelry and Timepieces Auctions
What: Stake your claim on platinum and diamond rings, luxury watches by Patek Philippe and Longines, and more.
Why: Your urge to splurge.
When: Thurs., 5 p.m. & Fri., 11 a.m.
Where: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, 1338 W. Lake St., at Ada St. (312-280-1212).