Crain's Business Chicago: 10 things to do this weekend

BID. Get a sneak peak at some of the goods that could be yours during an ARMCHAIR AUCTION PREVIEW at the former Table Manners storefront. Peruse items that are part of the ongoing (through the end of the month) auction, which is raising funds for the Evanston Public Library. Other items on the block include dinner with author Audrey Niffenegger (“The Time Traveler’s Wife,” “Her Fearful Symmetry”), a signed copy of Scott Turow’s new book, “Innocent” and a 5-day, 4-night Cancun getaway. May 21, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. 2112 Central St., Evanston,www.eplfriendsauction.org.

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