Early voting opens at the Broadway Armory, Monday–Sunday: "Early voting across all 50 wards begins on October 19." The 48th Ward's site is the Armory, "but any Chicago voter may vote early at any of the ward sites." Election Day is November 3. Broadway Armory, 5917 N Broadway.

Monday Matinee: Ready or Not (2019), 2:00 PM: "A bride's wedding night takes a sinister turn when her eccentric new in-laws force her to take part in a terrifying game." Edgewater Branch Library, 6000 N Broadway.

20th District Council Meeting, 6:00 PM: "Each district council is made up of three people elected by their community to build stronger relationships with police." The 20th District covers the ward south of Thorndale. Senn High School, 5900 N Glenwood Ave.

Edgewater Glen Residents Fall Public Meeting, 6:30 PM: St. Gertrude's Social Hall, Granville Ave at Glenwood Ave.

Monday Night Solo Series at Berger, 7:00 PM: "Enjoy a solo performance from local creatives, comics, and performers." This week: Tamagotchi Graveyard, from William Paik. Berger Park, 6205 N Sheridan Rd.

Ward Night, 6:30 PM: "Join us for Ward Night where YOU set the agenda." In person or on Zoom; RSVP online. 48th Ward Office, 1129 W Bryn Mawr Ave.

BEAT 2433 Meeting, 7:00 PM: "Want to get involved with public safety in your neighborhood? Attend a 20th or 24th district beat meeting!" 6060 N Clark St.

New Music Chicago: Chicago Festival of György Kurtág: Signs, Games and Messages, 7:30 PM: "Solo works for clarinet and piano in celebration of the 100th birthday of the esteemed Hungarian composer György Kurtág." Free; donations encouraged. Experimental Sound Studio, 5925 N Ravenswood Ave.

Batty Bingo, 8:00 PM: "Come hang, grab a card, and see if tonight's your night." A drag bingo. Gracie O'Malley's, 6334 N Clark St.

Clothing Swap, 5:30 PM: "Clean out those closets and join us for another clothing swap!" Drop off your old clothes at the cafe any time before. Rivers & Roads Cafe, 1259 W Devon Ave.

Pumpkin Decorating, 6:00 PM: "Spend your Wednesday night getting crafty and spooky at Gracie O'Malley's Edgewater." Your ticket includes a pumpkin, the decorating supplies and a spooky shot. Gracie O'Malley's, 6334 N Clark St.

Church Hurt, first preview, 7:30 PM: "When Mar gets hired at the church she grew up in, she's reunited with her onetime youth group besties Faith and Julie." A Red Theater world premiere; discounted previews through Friday, and Saturday's opening is sold out. The Edge Off Broadway, 1133 W Catalpa Ave.

One on Wednesdays: Always, Sometimes, Maybe, 7:30 PM: "Always, Sometimes, Maybe follows Lou, a janitor who feels so lonely she makes friends out of trash." Pay-what-you-can. Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave.

A Classless Cabaret for Classy People, 9:00 PM: "Bradley K8 brings A Classless Cabaret for Classy People back to Gracie O'Malley's Edgewater on Wednesday, October 21 for a special Halloween-season show." Featuring Cameron Rehder and Tim Patricio; seating from 8:30. Gracie O'Malley's, 6334 N Clark St.

Spooky Paper Plate Pumpkin Craft, 4:00 PM: "Celebrate the spooky season and join us for a paper plate pumpkin craft and some holiday music!" Ages 5 and up with caregivers; costumes encouraged. Edgewater Branch Library, 6000 N Broadway.

Autumn Salon: Redtwist Theatre, 6:00 PM: "These events will feature dynamic presentations of the exhibits." Guest speaker: Dusty Brown, Redtwist's artistic director. Edgewater Historical Society, 5358 N Ashland Ave.

Day of the Dead Ofrenda/Altar-Making Workshop, 6:00 PM: "Explore the Mexican Tradition of Day of the Dead while creating cigar box ofrendas to honor the souls of the departed." With Candice Johnson. 6311arts, 6311 N Clark St.

Puppetmaking Workshop, 6:00 PM: "Learn simple muppet-style head building techniques and get messy with faux fur, fleece, and found materials." Taught by Olivia Comai; pay what you can. Francine's, 1210 W Granville Ave.

Art and Activism: History and Context, 6:30 PM: "We will discuss protest movements throughout history and how art has played a role in these movements." A community art project goes with the class. 6311arts, 6311 N Clark St.

Pub to Pitch Trolley, 10:45 AM: "Trolley to Stars match." Pick-up at Whiskey Girl. Whiskey Girl Tavern, 6318 N Clark St.

Spry Society: Conversation and Games for Older Adults, 2:00 PM: "Join us for a new discussion and trivia series aimed towards older adults, led by local septuagenarians Steve Bellinger and Sue Garvey." Edgewater Branch Library, 6000 N Broadway.

Friday Wine Tasting, 5:00 PM: Free, until 7:00 PM. Independent Spirits, 5947 N Broadway.

Floriography Scorpio Class, 7:00 PM: "We use Floriography, the language of flowers, to give bespoke meanings to our bouquets and arrangements." Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

Bryn Mawr Makers Mart: spooky edition, Saturday–Sunday: "Join us for a SPOOKY EDITION of our makers mart that we host alongside Solar Intentions and Transistor!" Drop in 11 AM–6 PM both days; tarot readings, and astrology on Sunday. Roots & Ritual, 1052 W Bryn Mawr Ave.

The WasteShed Edgewater Grand Opening, 11:00 AM: "We'll also have free crafting and demos plus booths featuring some of our partners and local orgs until 3pm." Open until 6 PM. The WasteShed Edgewater, 5200 N Broadway.

Open Mic Night, 6:00 PM: "Come share your music, your poetry, a monologue, your standup, or whatever else you want!" Free. Loaves & Witches, 6034 N Broadway.

Monstrosity: A Halloween Experience at Colvin House, 8:00 PM: "Step through the gates of a historic lakefront mansion as Colvin House transforms into the frightful laboratory of Dr. Victor Frankenstein." 21+; costumes encouraged. Colvin House, 5940 N Sheridan Rd.

Center of the Universe: Scorpio birthday drag show, 10:00 PM: "We're celebrating another Center of the Universe birthday party on Saturday, October 24 with a late-night drag lineup, zodiac energy, and a special perk for the Scorpios in the room." Featuring Hera Harlotte, London Fog, Viktoria K Frost and Stella Nova. Gracie O'Malley's, 6334 N Clark St.

Beach Stewardship Volunteer Day, 10:30 AM: "Join friends and neighbors to help clean up and restore the natural area at Kathy Osterman Beach Dunes (also known as Hollywood/Ardmore)." No sign-up needed. Kathy Osterman Beach, 5800 N DuSable Lake Shore Dr.

Cemetery Group Ride, 1:00 PM: "Join our 2nd annual cemetery group ride for a fun and spoooooky biking adventure through 3 of Chicago's north side cemeteries." Roll out at 1:30; no RSVP, costumes welcome. Igor Does My Bike, 5454 N Broadway.

Boo! At The Park, 2:00 PM: "Join West Edgewater Area Residents at Andersonville's Park 599 (1623 W Edgewater Ave) for a family-friendly Halloween event!" Free pumpkin decorating and more, until 5 PM. Park 599, 1623 W Edgewater Ave.

Color Me Relaxed, 2:00 PM: "Join us for adult coloring, a popular therapeutic activity used to reduce stress, improve mindfulness and foster creativity." Edgewater Branch Library, 6000 N Broadway.

FRANSCREAM: Jennifer's Body, 7:00 PM: "This time we are only showing Halloween movies with lesbians!" Bring a project or use their collage materials; the movie starts at 7:30. Free with an emailed RSVP, or by donation. Francine's, 1210 W Granville Ave.