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Organizer: International Sculpture Objects & Functional Art (SOFA) Expositions

What to expect: A varied display of glass, sculpture, ceramics and functional art, as well as lectures and more at Navy Pier's Festival Hall.

Why to go: You could soon be eating off some high-end flatware.

Additional info: The opening night preview will take place on November 5 (tickets are $50).

Centerstage Reviewer: Ben Rubenstein