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Check out galleries and artistic spaces around Wicker Park and Bucktown during this free monthly event that takes place the first Friday of each month. Venues will keep their doors open until 8pm so guests can meet gallery owners and artists, and explore a range of local art. Participating spots include Jackson Junge Gallery, Tom Robinson Gallery, SoNa Contemporary Art, Torque Ltd., Prism Spaces and more.

Chicago Black Restaurant Week returns for its 10th year February 9-23. Created by Lauren Smith as a way to highlight and support local Black-owned businesses, the annual event sees participating eateries offer special menus and discounts to diners.

Just because Chicago Restaurant Week has ended doesn’t mean there aren’t still deals to be found. Andersonville celebrates its diverse and dynamic dining scene with special prix fixe menus at some of the neighborhood’s top eateries for lunch or dinner from February 21-March 2. Participating spots include Big Jones, Minyoli, Tanoshii, Uvae, Anteprima and more.

The ninth annual Chopin in the City festival returns from February 21-March 2. The event features a diverse program of concerts inspired by Frederic Chopin’s music. It’ll take place at various venues across the city, including the Green Mill and the Polish Museum of America. Check here for the full schedule of performances.

The North Side is bringing back its own Restaurant Week, offering exclusive deals during lunch and dinner. Enjoy three-course menus at places throughout Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Albany Park, Edgewater, Irving Park, Northcenter, North Park, Rogers Park and Uptown. Participating spots include Maman Zari, Bistro Campagne, Khmai, Boonie's, Luella's, the Warbler and more. Find the full list of restaurants and menus here.

The northwestern suburbs of Roselle, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Itasca, Rolling Meadows, Streamwood and Wood Dale will showcase their culinary scenes with 10 days of dining specials. Dozens of restaurants—from steakhouses to quick-service spots—will offer set menus or deals during lunch and dinner. Participants include Chicago Prime Italian, Tokio Pub, Shaw's Crab House, Capital Grille and more. Check out the full list here.