WHAT // Krista K. Birthday Sale!
WHERE // Krista K Boutique | 3458 N. Southport Ave.
WHEN // Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20
WHY // Our Southport spot for fab finds is turning 10. And to celebrate, they’re offering 20% off all merchandise over the weekend. Oh, and cupcakes while you shop, too.

WHAT // Shots in the Darkroom
WHERE // Hyde Park Art Center | 5020 S. Cornell Ave.
WHEN // Friday, May 18, 7–11 pm
WHY // Explore optics and development in the darkroom studio and experiment with different processes in developing photos. It’s an event sure to be ‘burned’ into your brain! $15.
MORE // Call 773.324.5520 or visit HydeParkArt.org

WHAT // Artemisia Showroom opening
WHERE // Artemeisia | 2246 W. Grand Ave.
WHEN // Saturday, May 19, 6 pm
WHY // Join Artemisia for the opening of a new showroom and find the perfect accents to finish off your spring decorating!
MORE // Free. For more information call 847.420.4051

WHAT // Intensive Make Up Class with Rachel Reiman
WHERE // Rachel Reiman Make Up
WHEN // Call for an appointment
WHY // A two to three hour class will unlock the tools and tips of a seasoned professional. Get hands-on practice in the art of make up and enjoy lite bites and beverages.
MORE // $150. To schedule an appointment, e-mail Rachel@rachelreiman.com or call 312.961.0577.

WHAT // Tuesday Tastings” Food and Dessert Tasting
WHERE // Amoremia Cucina Italiana | 3824 N. Kedzie Ave.
WHEN // Tuesday, May 22, 5–8:30 pm
WHY // Over 20 food and dessert samples for $20! From bolognese pasta to turtle cheesecake, the mouthwatering flavors all give your eating personality a little taste of Italiana!
MORE // $20, BYOB ($5 cork fee). Spots are limited so call 773.293.6628