A new concept in Wicker Park, a bingo fundraiser with $2 PBR and more things to do in Chicago today, Thursday, Dec. 10.
EAT
Now Open
1700 W. Division St. 773-384-9700
Wicker Park’s Carriage House changed its name and concept, now serving casual Southern fare including fried chicken and biscuits ($9-$32), fried green tomatoes ($8), biscuit sandwiches ($7-$10) and a variety of punch bowls ($40 each). 3 p.m.-2 a.m.
DRINK
Ballast Point Tap Takeover
1560 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-227-9339
Try pours from the San Diego brewery including Victory at Sea imperial porter and Grapefruit Sculpin IPA ($6-$8) while munching on beer-spiked food specials ($7 each). The bar will raffle off a pair of Blackhawks tickets during the event. 7-10 p.m. No cover.
Bingo Fundraiser
2230 N. California Ave. 773-252-1110
Chicago comics artist Neil Brideau calls out the winning numbers as you play for prizes from Quimby’s Bookstore and other local businesses at the fifth annual benefit for Chicago Zine Fest. Drink specials include $2 PBR. 7 p.m. $10 donation.
DO
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Urban’s Decima
2645 N. Kedzie Ave. 773-395-0505
UrbanTheater Company’s 10th anniversary bash includes a cocktail, appetizers, poetry and comedy performances, the presentation of a scene from their upcoming show “Adoration of the Old Woman,” a silent auction and a raffle. 6 p.m. $35-$40. Tickets: urbantheaterchicago.org
Howl-iday Party
932 W. Monroe St. 312-243-4080
Bring your pooch to the annual bash, where you can get a holiday portrait taken ($25) and pick up samples of dog food, treats, home fragrances and grooming products. 6-9 p.m. Free.
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba (2024 N. Halsted St. 773-935-5000) offers $1 pintxos, $3 select tapas and $3 bottles of Estrella Damm pilsner in the bar area from 4-6 p.m.