Things to Do in Lincoln Park and Old Town

Ideas for what to do include a video gamers tournament, a cooking lesson and a comedy show.

Among things on Monday's agenda are storytellers talking about family and people telling jokes.

Ideas for what to do include a record release, holiday performances, a beer tasting and a history tour.

On Thursday, take the kids to a showing of "Rapunzel," or catch a film or pub crawl in Lincoln Park.

Lincoln Park has a number of booze-themed events to try.

Ideas for what to do include two comedy shows and a seasonal train and flower show at the conservatory.

See a comedy show or the first public menorah lighting in Lincoln Park.

The zoo's holiday lights are among the things to check out in the neighborhood over the next few days.

Catch a film screening, a comedy show, karaoke or the Old Town tree-lighting ceremony.

Comedy, music and an early start to Thanksgiving are all ways to spend time in the neighborhood Monday.

Events include music shows, a ribfest and a puppet show for kids.

Events include a show from "American Idol" winner David Cook and stand-up comedy from Gilbert Gottfried.

Hump day options include music, comedy and a wine-themed "date night."

Future high school students, comedy lovers and electronic music fans all have something to do Monday.

A historical tour of old North Side crime spots and some live shows are on the agenda this weekend.