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Get Out: Sebastian Junger at Elmhurst College

Patch has hand picked some activities in the area that just might put a little pizzazz in your weekend.

Where/When: Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel, 190 Prospect Ave., Elmhurst,  Sunday, 7 p.m.

Why Go: ABC News editor Sebastian Junger was embedded for more than a year with a combat team in Afghanistan. This is definitely a chance to gain perspective and feel grateful for the work of our armed forces. 

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Where/When: Binny's Beverage Depot, 6920 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook, Friday, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.

Why Go: Sample some of the Northwest's finest red and white wines. Both beginning and seasoned wine enthusiasts will get an opportunity to discover something new.

Pricing: $5 with Binny's card; $10 without (It's worth it to sign up)

3) Cosmic Bowling at Willowbrook Lanes

Where/When: 735 Plainfield Rd., Saturday 9:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Why Go: This is a fun activity (totally, like, cosmic) to do with a group of friends. The band Tailspin plays in the bar from 9 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Pricing: $4.50 per game or $14 per person for as many games as you can play during cosmic bowl hours.

4) Kasmir—Zepplin Tribute Band 

Where/When: 5157 Main St., Downers Grove, Saturday, 9 p.m.

Why Go: Ballydoyle provides an idyllic pub atmosphere to watch a band touted as the best Led Zepplin tribute band in the Chicago area.

Pricing: Free admission

5) Improv Unlimited Comedy Night 

Where/When: The Normandy Room, 310 Butterfield Rd., Elmhurst, Saturday, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Why Go: This Satire Night Live show supports the American Legion #187, so you can laugh and do a good deed at the same time.

Pricing: $20 general admission in advance

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