A new doughnut shop in Old Town, a cider discussion at Jerry’s and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, March 24.
EAT
Now Open
1419 N. Wells St. 312-631-3339
The Old Town bakery’s signature treat, the Doodle Doughnut ($3.50), is filled with vanilla or chocolate cream and served with a bag of colored decorating icing. If you’re not feeling creative, order a glazed cruller, maple bacon doughnut or apple fritter ($2.25-$3.50). 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
DRINK
All About Cider
1938 W. Division St. 773-235-1006
Order one of eight draft ciders ($6.25-$9 for a full pour, $3.50-$6 for a taster) while learning about different styles, apple varieties and how cider is made from a panel discussion moderated by baiduhai travel and beverage writer Josh Noel. 7-9 p.m. No cover.
Citradelic Record Store Pop-Up
1120 N. Ashland Ave. 773-342-5800
Try New Belgium’s new tangerine IPA while listening to DJ Joe Bryl play records. The bash also features giveaways, a chance to win tickets to a show at Schubas and an after party at Bangers & Lace (1670 W. Division St.). 6-8 p.m. $5 suggested donation for the CHIRP independent radio project.
Perennial: The Second Coming
23 E. Jackson Blvd. 312-386-9400
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Try 6- to 16-ounce pours of rare beers ($6-$8) from Perennial Artisan Ales including blue label Maman barrel-aged imperial stout, Savant Blanc Belgian blonde ale and Meriweather dry-hopped saison. 4-11:30 p.m. No cover. RSVP: eventbrite.com
DO
Coloring Club
2821 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-252-9741
Relax by using crayons and colored pencils to color a page by Elise Topinka at this monthly gathering benefiting Alliance for the Great Lakes. 6-8 p.m. $5. Tickets: jessicaleitch.com
Sponsored listing: Join us for a night of shoe shines, cigars, hot shaves & Gentleman Jack cocktails at Bottled Blonde on April 6. Tickets: redeyechicago.com/toasttotraditions
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