To vamp
Turn yourself into a pinup girl with the help of hair and makeup artists at Bar DeVille (701 N. Damen Ave.) at 7 p.m. Thursday. The price is $25 and includes a makeover, photos, cocktails, munchies and goodies. RSVP at cheekychicago.com.
To listen
Catch the 2nd Story Festival’s “The Story I’ll Never Tell” paired with wine and music at Webster’s Wine Bar (1480 W. Webster Ave.) at 7 p.m. Thursday. Tickets are $18 at storiesandwine.com.
To support
Donate one can of food Thursday between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. and get admission to DJ sets at Evil Olive (1551 W. Division Ave.). Proceeds go to the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
To amaze
Become enchanted at Thursday’s world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry (5700 S. Lake Shore Drive). Tickets are $26 for adults.
