UNEARTHED @ No Nation Gallery

Illinois Institute of Art designers Carmen McGhee and Aris Sergakis collaborated to produce this eventful evening, featuring an art exhibition and a runway show of work by 15 student designers, either original or refurbished from vintage clothing. There is a suggested donation of $3 and the evening will include a cash bar and music. UNEARTHED begins at 7pm and takes place at No Nation Gallery, located at 1542 N Milwaukee.

Chicago Ukulele Cabaret holiday show @ Silvie's

The latest evening of Chicago Ukulele Cabaret happens tonight at 9pm at Silvie's Lounge (1902 W. Irving Park Road). Tonight's theme: "How The Uke Stole Christmas (and Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa)". Participants are invited to prepare up to three holiday-themed songs on the ukulele. Skits and costume changes are encouraged. For more information on the event see the group's Facebook page.

"Harold and the Purple Crayon: A Dance Adventure"@ Harris Theater

Hubbard Street 2 will present "Harold and the Purple Crayon: A Dance Adventure," an hour-long, interactive dance program based on the beloved childrens' book, 3pm at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance. Tickets to the program, which is sponsored by Target, are only $5 each, and may be purchased online at harristheaterchicago.org or by phone -- (312) 334-7777.

Funny First Saturdays @ ICE Theaters

Join Chicago comedian Damon Williams tonight at 8pm as he hosts "Funny First Saturdays" at ICE Theaters, 210 W. 87th St. Tonight's show features a stand-up comedy competition, with Chicago-based comedians Brent Stackhouse, Ife Oyedokun, Michelle Rhodes and others competing for a chance to open at the Damon Williams New Year's Eve show at the Star Plaza in Merrillville, IN. Tickets are $17.50 online; $20 at the door. Contact 312-576-4890 for other show information and details on how to enter the competition.

Erin Edmister and Three Tons, the Vindits, and Kent Rose @ Cole's

Local country boys Erin Edmister and Three Tons headline a show at Cole's in Logan Square (2338 N. Milwaukee). The Vindits, playing some new music, and Kent Rose open. The show starts around 9pm. Free.

Pastry Chicago Annual Gingerbread House Contest @ Hotel Sofitel

Pastry Chicago holds its annual Gingerbread House Contest at the Hotel Sofitel Water Tower (20 East Chestnut) from 1pm-3pm today. This year's theme is Frank Lloyd Wright-designed structures. Free.

Sad Brad Smith @ The Paper Machete

Sad Brad Smith is the musical guest this week at The Paper Machete, a weekly live magazine that takes place at 3pm most Saturdays at Ricochets Tavern (4644 N. Lincoln Avenue) Admission is free. For more information, check out The Paper Machete or Ricochets Tavern.

LTH Forum Holiday Party @ Tre Kronor

Get your Scandinavian eats on with the members of LTH Forum at tonight at their holiday party at Tre Kronor, 3258 W Foster, 8pm. Tickets $68 (sales accepted through noon on December 2). RSVP through their site.

Buy Art Not People: Launch Party & Screening

An evening of art, film and music by local grassroots organization Buy Art Not People to raise awareness and funds to combat human trafficking. Features silent auction of original artwork by Chicago artists; a screening of the Oscar-nominated short film Kavi, about a boy's struggle in slave labor; music by local band Canasta.

6pm-8pm
1505 W. Chicago Ave, 60642
$15

Learn more at http://buyartnotpeople.org.

SantaCon

The fifth annual SantaCon holiday bar crawl starts at 1pm today at the Tavern Tap Pub in the Congress Hotel, 520 S. Michigan Ave., and heads north from there. Get into your Santa costume, hit the ATM and go. Full route here, further discussion on Facebook.

On the Tip of My Tongue @ Gorilla Tango

"On the Tip of My Tongue" is a theatrical performance based on food and memory, and is written, performed, and presented by Neighborhood Writing Alliance participants. Award-winning Affrilachian Poet Parneshia Jones provides artistic direction. Event is free, but reservations are required -- call (773) 684-2472 to reserve your seats.
--Gorilla Tango Theater, 1919 N. Milwaukee Ave.

AREA Chicago Wants & Needs Auction

AREA Chicago hosts its fourth annual Wants & Needs auction tonight at Roots and Culture Gallery, 1034 N. Milwaukee Ave., from 8pm to midnight. Items up for bid include a group acupuncture session followed by a delicious homecooked Indian meal, a custom portrait on black velvet of the revolutionary educator of your choice, dinner with Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn, four hours on the Chicago River with the Fantastic AquaCat, and more, with bids starting as low as $10. In addition, DJs will spin and refreshments will be served. $10 suggested donation.

Julmarknad @ Swedish American Museum

Music, food and handmade crafts mark the annual Julmarknad event, which takes place today from 10am-5pm (and tomorrow from 11am-4pm) at the Swedish American Museum, 5211 N. Clark. Admission $2.

Joy of Toys Holiday Toy Drive @ Mario's Ristorante

The North Dearborn Association hosts its 18th annual Joys of Toys holiday wrap party this afternoon at Mario's Ristorante (21 W. Goethe St) in the Gold Coast. Admission is a minimum of one new, unwrapped toy valued at $20 for a 5-7 year old child. The family-friendly event runs from 1pm-3:30pm with complimentary food and beverages for the "wrappers". This year, toys will be distributed to students at George Manierre School and the Catherine Ferguson Child Parent Center. Suggested items include: dolls, action figures, sports gear, hand-held electronics and remote controlled toys (with batteries included). Kindly avoid items that require a computer or other hardware, toy guns, oversized toys, strictly educational or religious-themed items.