To choose
Whether you’re supporting Obama, McCain or polar bears in November, you can customize your own “Vote for (underscore)(underscore)” shirt and take it home for free Friday at Gap (555 N. Michigan Ave.) Matt White will perform at 5 p.m.
To shop
Get up to 60 percent off summer merchandise Friday through Sunday at the Au Revoir to Summer Sale at le Dress (1741 W. Division St.).
To view
Start your weekend with some culture at a free opening reception for Mackenzie Thorpe from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Atlas Galleries (900 N. Michigan Ave.), including appetizers and champagne.
To look
View Chicago designer Borris Powell’s winter collection at a fashion show at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers (301 E. North Water St.) $30-$45. borrispowell.com.
