Photo: Will Rice, www.eightonesevenphotography.com, via TOC Flickr pool
AROUND TOWN - WTTW Backlot Tour
See what really goes on at one of the most-watched public-broadcasting stations in the country at this backstage tour. Organized by Women in Film! Chicago, a nonprofit that supports female filmmakers, this tour includes a look at sets used for shows like Check, Please!, Chicago Tonight and Soundstage. WTTW-11, 5400 N St. Louis Ave (312-665-0055, wifchicago.org). Bus: 82, 84, 92. 6:30pm; $5, WIF members free.
SPAS & GYMS - Allyu Lunchtime meditation workshop
We can all use a mental break, particularly when it comes free of charge. In the spirit of giving, Allyu offers gratis lunchtime meditation the second Wednesday of the month. No previous experience is required. All you have to do is show up and say “thanks.” Allyu, 600 W Chicago Ave (312-755-1313, allyuspa.com). El: Brown, Purple (rush hrs) to Chicago. Bus: 8, 66. Wed 11, noon–1pm, FREE!
MUSIC - 8 Bold Souls
Ed Wilkerson Jr.’s fantastic AACM flagship plays out far too infrequently, making this show a must for the curious. Velvet Lounge, 8:30pm, $10–$15.
ART & DESIGN - Jaume Plensa
Spanish sculptor Plensa speaks about his Crown Fountain and other projects around the world. Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave. 6pm. FREE!
NIGHTLIFE - Rumble Lounge
While we’re sad to hear about long running low end night BassGoesBoom coming to a close, we’re happy to get this consolation prize from DJs Olin and Akademy. Matching rodan’s futuro aesthetic, these two will be spinning a forward thinking mix of the latest on the world’s bass scene. Focusing on everything from minimal techno to dubstep to dubstep’s latest cousin, U.K. Funky, Olin and Akademy may be the newest standard bearers in the city. rodan. 10pm. FREE!
