Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. There’s plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We’re making it easier for you by providing a weekly guide to free things to do throughout the city.
THURSDAY, MAY 2
‘The Legacy of Chicago Dance’ at Newberry Library
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60 W. Walton St., 312-943-9090
The exhibit uses archival photos and videos, costumes, and shoes to explore 150 years of dance history covering a wide range of styles including ballet, jazz, tap and folk. 8:15 a.m.-7:30 p.m. newberry.org
FRIDAY, MAY 3
‘The Color of Art’ at BBF Family Services
1512 S. Pulaski Road, 773-542-7300
Director David Weathersby hosts a discussion following a screening of the film about the current renaissance of black art in Chicago. 6 p.m. siskelfilmcenter.org
SATURDAY, MAY 4
Green City Market at Lincoln Park
1817 N. Clark St.
The outdoor market celebrates the opening of its 20th season selling local produce, meat, cheese and eggs with cake from Bennison’s Bakery at 10 a.m. plus chef demonstrations and live music from The Winchesters. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. greencitymarket.org
TUESDAY, MAY 7
‘Goliath’ at Instituto Cervantes
31 W. Ohio St., 312-335-1996
Hear a reading of Norwegian playwright Maria Tryti Vennerod’s play about a jealous older brother seeking revenge against his clever younger sibling as part of the 10th annual International Voices Project. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Register: eventbrite.com
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
Mother’s Day Card Making at Remedy
1910 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-698-7715
The Bucktown bar provides all the materials you need to craft a custom card and serves $8 Miller High Life paired with an Evan Williams shot. 10 p.m. remedybarchicago.com
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Samantha Nelson is a RedEye freelancer. Have a free event to share? Send the details to [email protected].