Whether you’re nursing a hangover or a sunburn from this past holiday weekend, that doesn’t mean you can’t live it up during this shortened work week. Here are some of the top deals going on in Chicago this week.
TuesdayToday is your last chance to check out CANstruction, a design competition featuring structures made entirely out of canned goods. All the cans used in the displays will go to The Greater Chicago Food Depository.Free Merchandise Mart 1st floor: 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza; 800-677-6278
WednesdayStop by the back room at Sheffield’s for this month’s RUI: Reading Under the Influence event. Readings from Juniper Prize-winner Daniel Hoyt and Columbia College writing professior Shawn Shiflett will be featured.$3 cover3258 N. Sheffield Ave.; 773-281-4989
This weekly comedy show at The Playground Theater features a jumble of hilarious sketches, improv, videos and stand-up from a variety of solo and duo performers. Each act gets five minutes to show their stuff, with the best taking home the prize at the end of the night.$5 admission3209 N. Halsted St.; 773-871-3793
ThursdayThe Lunchbreak Music Series is back at Millennium Park, and this Thursday’s performance is from Detholz!, a local band whose tunes have been compared to the likes of Devo. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Free Millennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion; 312-742-1168
Bring Fido along for some cocktails at Rockit Bar and Grill’s dog-friendly Sip and Give event. The cost of admission includes a $10 donation to Found Chicago, two drink tickets and entry in a raffle.$20 admission3700 N. Clark St.; 773-645-4400
Friday
Chicago’s own D-Connect, a band of tireless hard rockers, will hit the stage at The Metro this Friday. Also performing will be The Infamous, Stuck Underwater, Chum and Souls Demise.9 p.m.; $6 advance tickets, $9 day-of tickets3730 N. Clark St.; 773-549-4140
Saturday and SundayIf you’re a Bank of America customer, just show your credit or debit card to get free admission at some of the city’s best museums for the monthly “Museums on Us” day. Participating locations include the Art Institute of Chicago, the Chicago History Museum and Shedd Aquarium.