1. Try the tastes of Turkey in Chicago
It’s too early to buy a Butterball, but you can still get stuffed on Turkey (well Turkish cuisine) at the Chicago Turkish Festival. Stop by Daley Plaza to sample treats like popular street fare simit, sip strong Turkish coffee from renowned vendor Mehmet Efendi and even enjoy the country’s favorite pilsner in the Efes beer garden. Live performances from an Ottoman military band, whirling dervishes and folk dancers begin at noon all week. (Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn Sts, 10am–6pm. Free)
2. Ogle early twentieth century baubles
Indulge in the Richard H. Driehaus Museum’s lux collection of more than 250 clasps, hair ornaments, pins, brooches, rings, bracelets, pendants and necklaces that make up "Maker & Muse: Women and Early Twentieth Century Art Jewelry." Learn about the women who wore and the women who made these pieces at this ornate exhibit. The museum itself was converted from a gorgeous 19th century residence, so leave time to explore this Chicago gem. (Richard H. Driehaus Museum, 40 E Erie St, 10am–5pm. $20, student and kids 6-12 $10)
3. See some trash talking puppets
If you’re familiar with Avenue Q, (you know, the R-rated puppet musical with bright little tunes like “Everyone’s a Little Bit Racist” and “The Internet is for Porn”), then iO’s Felt may lose a little shock value. Yet this gutter-mouthed puppet show manned by improv vets manages to shock and delight even the more desensitized amongst us. Book ahead and prepare to laugh at these puppets behaving badly. (iO Del Close Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, 8:30pm. $5)