A bartender swap in Wicker Park, a new bowling alley with freebies and more things to do in Chicago today, Monday, Nov. 2.
EAT
Oyster & Sherry Night
2853 N. Kedzie Ave. 773-904-8558
The Logan Square restaurant, which recently received its first Bib Gourmand win, offers six oysters chosen from three varieties, plus a glass of sherry for $10. 7-10 p.m. Reservations recommended.
DRINK
Bartender Swap
1520 N. Damen Ave. 773-252-1500
Michael McCollum, bartender of the Wicker Park bar’s sibling spot Patterson House in Nashville, mixes $13 cocktails such as the Indecent Proposal, a blend of rye, Amaro Nardini, Cynar, vermouth and mint. 6 p.m.-2 a.m.
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DO
Grand Opening
1500 N. Clybourn Ave. 312-973-4920
The first 250 visitors to the Lincoln Park entertainment complex receive two free games of bowling each month for the next year. 5:30 p.m. No cover.
Simply Sensational
1225 W. Belmont Ave. 800-737-0984
Pride Films and Plays’ annual benefit includes entertainment from Alexandra Billings of “Transparent” and other trans performers, music, a fashion show, scenes from the group’s current and future productions and a post-show reception. 6 p.m. $75. Tickets: pridefilmsandplays.com
Dia De Los Muertos Concert
220 S. Michigan Ave. 312-284-1554
Chicago Sinfonietta presents the world premiere of Chicago-based composer Elbio Barilari’s piece “Ofrendas” at the annual concert, which also features music from the Waubonsie Valley High School varsity choir. 7:30 p.m. $32-$60. Tickets: chicagosinfonietta.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Barrelhouse Flat (2624 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-857-0421) offers $6 old fashioneds and daiquiris, $5 highballs, $4 shots of housemade cinnamon whiskey and $4 draft beers from 6-8 p.m.