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To ride
The CTA has at least one piece of good news to report. The Holiday Train, decorated for the season with Santa and elves passing out candy canes to travelers, runs through Dec. 22. Visit transitchicago.com for a schedule.
To listen
Need a respite from relentless holiday cheer? Catch Naughty or Vice, a series of humorous monologues focusing on the darker side of the season. At 7 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Around the Coyote (1935 1/2 W. North Ave.); $5 suggested donation.
To shop
Macy’s (111 N. State St.) hosts a trunk show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday featuring the wares of 32 Chicago-based designers who create handbags, jewelry and apparel.
