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Wendy's is handing out free Frostys in Chicago next week. Where: Union Station When: from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday while supplies last The chain recently expanded its value menu to include up to 18 different menu items, including the malted concoction. It will mark the rollout with the giveaway, which will include a game where participants can pick their favorite value combinations for a chance to become what the restaurant calls a "virtual spokesperson. " According to a news release, "The customer's Facebook profile picture and name may appear with their menu selections on Wendy's digital properties, including its Facebook page, wendys.com, and custom banner ads. Fans can also enjoy their taste claims at a nearby Wendy's and tell us what makes their trio a winner on Twitter using #ClaimYourTaste.

Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas' awared-winning restaurant Alinea has officially switched from traditional reservations to the online ticketing system used by its sibling restaurant Next. Achatz and Kokonas announced a release of August tickets via Facebook and Twitter on Thursday afternoon around 4:30 p.m. A small number of tickets still appeared to be available at 5:30 p.m., according to alinearestaurant.com, the site where tickets are sold. Ticket releases for September through November will be announced via the same social media outlets, according to an announcement on Alinea's Facebook page .

Their Lollapalooza set got rained out, but Alabama Shakes is coming back with a vengence to play a  September 11 to play a FREE (with RSVP)show sponsored by American Family Insurance at Subterranean.  If you're 21+,   RSVP   at American Family Insurance's Facebook page now.

THEY'RE BACK! Listen to the new tracks from Missy Elliot and Timbaland below. "Triple Threat"   "9th Inning"     Want more? Discuss this article and others on RedEye's Facebook page . 

The FX show returns October 11th with an all-new cast, according to this promo. Haley Joel Osment! Xzibit! Candace Cameron?    Want more? Discuss this article and others on RedEye's Facebook page . 

Festival season is almost here! We've got a schedule of festivals to help kick off your summer planning now. > > View the full 2013 Chicago festival guide on metromix.com . Want more? Discuss this article and others on RedEye's Facebook page . 

Fox is so excited about its new Tuesday night comedy line-up for the fall season that it's giving Chicago residents an opportunity to preview all four comedies airing that night. This Sunday, Fox will host an advance preview screening of the new comedies "Ben and Kate" and "The Mindy Project," along with sneak peeks at Season 3 of "Raising Hope" and Season 2 of "New Girl. " The screening begins at 7 p.m. at AMC River East 21. The screening is free, but on a first-come, first-served basis.

MSTRKRFT will headline a free concert in Chicago on May 4 hosted by Bacardi at an undisclosed location to promote its new line of pre-mixed cocktails called Bacardi+, according to a news release. The concert is part of +(PLUS) Fest , a night of 10 simultaneous concerts across the united states in cities like Austin, Las Vegas, Boston, New York and Miami. Team Bayside High, Wolf Pack and MattBoyWhite will share the stage with MSTRKRFT at Friday night's show. The location of the 800-person capacity venue will be released on Thursday via Facebook.

Bush is scheduled to play a private concert at 11 a.m. May 30 at the Underground Lounge at The Cubby Bear in Wrigleyville, according to a news release and the bar's official Facebook page . The unplugged concert is sponsored by The Cubby Bear and Q87.7.

Patrick Kane might have some competition in the ridiculous drinker department. According to mlive.com , Detroit Red Wings prospect Riley Sheahan was arrested for allegedly driving drunk. In the wrong lane. While wearing a Teletubby costume. We can't make this stuff up.   Want more? Discuss this article and others on RedEye Sports' Facebook page .