A new oyster bar in Lincoln Park, a pastry chef competition and more things to do in Chicago today, Monday, Dec. 14.
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EAT
Now Open
1962 N. Halsted St. 773-248-3000
In addition to serving eight to 12 varieties of its namesake seafood ($18 per half dozen), the Lincoln Park spot from the team behind Shaw’s Crab House serves New England-inspired dishes such as stuffed clams baked with chorizo ($8.95) and Maine lobster rolls ($26.95). 5-10 p.m.
Toothache
1132 W. Grand Ave. 312-624-8363
Sample desserts made by local pastry chefs and vote for your favorite. Drinks are included. Bring children’s clothing or an unwrapped toy to donate. 5-8 p.m. $45. Tickets: eventbrite.com
DRINK
12 Beers of Christmas
41 E. Superior St. 312-266-0400
Have a few celebratory drinks at the Gold Coast bar, which taps a dozen seasonal brews including Anderson Valley Winter Solstice ale and Port Brewing’s Santa’s Little Helper imperial stout ($5.50-$8.50). 6 p.m. No cover.
DO
Yoga for a Cause
2105 N. Southport Ave. 773-270-5562
Take a power yoga class including arm balances, inversions and hands-on adjustments and sample Owen + Alchemy juices. 6:30 p.m. Donations benefit Embarc. RSVP required: [email protected]
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‘Private Lives’
1016 N. Dearborn St. 312-587-7390
ShawChicago Theatre Co. presents Noel Coward’s comedy about remarried divorcees who discover they are staying in the same hotel as their former spouses. 7 p.m. $15-$30. Tickets: shawchicago.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Get an ounce of Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 10, 12, 15, 20 or 23 year for the price of the year (i.e. $12 for 12 year) from 6-8 p.m. during Pappy Hour at The Revel Room (1566 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-278-1600).