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Imagine: it\u2019s 5 pm on a Friday and all you\u2019re craving is a hoppy IPA from your local watering hole. During any other time in history, you would\u2019ve grabbed an Uber and met up with friends. But since that\u2019s not possible right now, some Chicago bars and venues are offering social-distancing-approved activities: virtual happy hours! Here are a few of our favorites.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: WineStyles Norwood Park Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sip Back And Relax With WineStyles<\/h2>\n

When: Friday, April 24 at 5 pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Are you more of a grapes kind of person? Then join WineStyles<\/a> for a virtual happy hour on Facebook Live! You can even win prizes by posting a creative photo of yourself enjoying a glass of wine, craft beer, or cocktail. Register on Eventbrite<\/a> to raise a glass (virtually) with all of your WineStyles friends!<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Lawrence Peters Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jam Out With Hideout<\/h2>\n

When: Friday, April 24th at 5 pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Chicago\u2019s beloved live music spot might be closed but they\u2019re still jamming. Tune in to their livestream on Twitch<\/a> in to hear from Hideout<\/a> veteran employee and award-winning country singer, Lawrence Peters. Join Peters for some deep cuts from his albums, and even some Hideout peeps may even pop in to answer Q\u2019s about the bar. Don\u2019t forget to pour yourself a stiff drink and leave a generous tip.<\/p>\n

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Play Trivia with Refuge Chicago<\/h2>\n

When: Daily through April 30th at 8 pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Refuge<\/a> Live claims to be the only music venue in Chicago where you can catch the best singers, poets, musicians, comedians, actors, and DJs in one location. They have events weekly and right now they\u2019re hosting virtual trivia. It\u2019s free to play, you\u2019ll just have to BYOB. Sign up here<\/a> and enter the code REFUGE5. Cheers to that!<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Revolution Brewing Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tailgate With Revolution Brewing<\/h2>\n

When: Saturday, April 25 at 3 pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Missing sports? Tailgate the Chicago Red Stars opener with Revolution<\/a> and the Chicago Local 134 \u2014 the official supporters club of the Chicago Red Stars! Sign up<\/a> now and tune in for beer talk with Revolution, Q&A with new Red Star Kealia Ohai Watt and team owner Arnim Whisler, and a contest<\/a> where you could win Red Star gear, a Local 134 scarf, or Revolution beer.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Experimental Sound Studio Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Support Local Artists With The Quarantine Concerts<\/h2>\n

When: Now through May – check schedule for times<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Music lovers, get your fix with Experimental Sounds Studio\u2019s Quarantine Concert series<\/a>. With so many shows canceled and events postponed, this collaborative effort helps performers share their talents and continue to earn a paycheck during this unprecedented time. Kick back with a cocktail and watch for free on Twitch<\/a>. And be sure to donate on their website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: ESPN Chicago Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Get Boozy During NFL Pre-Draft With ESPN Chicago<\/h2>\n

When: Thursday and Friday, April 23 and 24 at 5 pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Tune into Twitch<\/a> for the White Claw NFL Pre-Draft Show<\/a> with ESPN\u2019s Waddle & Silvy! Stay up-to-date on the latest NFL coverage leading up to the big draft. Stock up on a few White Claws and get comfortable in front of your screen, because there ain\u2019t no laws when you\u2019re drinking the claws.<\/p>\n

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