WED 11/9
Now hear this
It sounds like a chiding remark your junior high science teacher used to make, but Listen Ladies is actually a new online magazine hosting its launch party at Bella Lounge. Admission includes tunes by DJ Rock City, plus a chance to win handbags, jewelry and other goodies. Arrive early for the cocktail reception from 9 to 10 p.m., and snag one of 50 gift bags full of cosmetics and gift certificates. 8 p.m. $10-$15. 1212 N. State Pkwy. 312-787-9405.
Turkey for you, turkey for me
For far too long, your only contribution to mom’s turkey dinner has been your winning smile. This year, surprise the whole family by whipping something up. Learn how at the Focus on Thanksgiving Cooking Class, where you’ll make roasted turkey, gravy, stuffing, spiced pumpkin bisque and apple pie. The clincher? You get to chow down on your feast when it’s finished. 10 a.m. $175. The Chopping Block, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 107. 312-644-6360.
Smarty pants
So you get every “Jeopardy” answer correct? Kudos to you, but isn’t it time you use all of that arcane knowledge for good? Head to Trivia Night at Galway Arms, where proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Teams of up to five are allowed, but with your brainpower, surely you could fly solo and keep all the prizes for yourself. 8 p.m. $5 per person. 2442 N. Clark St. 773-472-5555.
THU 11/9
In the cards
You’ve long been wondering if you should wait for that promotion or jump ship now. Why not find out over dinner? The Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club offers $10 tarot card readings every week. Plus, snag one-cent bottles of select California wines with the purchase of two entrees. The future’s looking better already. 8 p.m. 3700 N. Halsted St. 773-525-1111.
Please tease
Girl, you spent so much on those designer jeans, you should learn how to take them off with style. Learn to work it at Moxie in the City’s Intro to Striptease. Pro dancer Donna Verga teaches you how to swivel and sway while taking it all off in this women-only, no-nudity class. Don’t worry: The bar doesn’t open until after the class ends, so there’ll be no ogling patrons. 8 p.m. $35. Registration required: moxieinthecity.net. Bar Chicago, 9 W. Division St. 888-243-9765.
FRI 11/10
Fresh beats
Tired of made-for-radio club hits? Expand your musical horizons at the monthly Africa Hi-Fi series. DJ Ron Trent spins what’s billed as “a musical tribute of respect to Africa,” including Afro-beat, soul and nu-jazz. Special this month: a celebration in honor of host and co-creator Sonia Hassan’s birthday. 9 p.m. $10. Sonotheque, 1444 W. Chicago Ave. 312-266-7600.
———-
metromix@tribune.com
