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Puppy hour at The James, a Ska Brewing rooftop party at Fountainhead and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Aug. 18.

EAT

Puppy Hour

The James Chicago

616 N. Rush St. 312-337-1000

Bring your pooch for a party on the patio featuring complimentary appetizers, dog treats, a cash bar, a raffle awarding pet items from Shinola and a stay at The James West Hollywood, plus the chance to meet adoptable dogs from ALIVE Rescue. 6:30-8:30 p.m. No cover. RSVP required: [email protected]

DRINK

Catalina Wine Mixer

Benchmark

1510 N. Wells St. 312-649-9640

Sample more than 30 varieties of wine paired with appetizers, and if you find one you like, you can buy a bottle or case at a discount. You’ll also be entered in a raffle awarding a helicopter ride for two. 6-8 p.m. $15-$20. Tickets: benchmarkchicago.com

Rooftop at Fountainhead.
Rooftop at Fountainhead.

Ska Brewing Rooftop Party

Fountainhead

1970 W. Montrose Ave. 773-697-8204

The Ravenswood bar plays ska music curated by Jump Up Records and taps four beers from the Colorado brewery including Estival orange blossom-honey cream stout and True Blonde ale ($5-$7). Every beer you buy enters you into a raffle for swag. 6-11 p.m. No cover.

Noche de Agave

Morgan’s on Fulton

950 W. Fulton St. 312-222-0988

Hoy hosts a tasting of premium tequila, pisco and mezcal from El Jimador, Tequila Herradura, Cruz de Fuego and other brands paired with appetizers. 6-9 p.m. $45. Tickets: vivelohoy.com/agave

DO

USO Clark After Dark

The Boss Bar

420 N. Clark St. 312-527-1203

Clark After Dark.
Clark After Dark.

The annual River North block party celebrates military members and features live music from 16 Candles, displays of vintage military vehicles, and food and drink vendors. 4-10 p.m. $10. Tickets: usoofillinois.org/clark-after-dark

HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY

Sidebar Grille (221 N. LaSalle St. 312-739-3900) offers all-you-can-eat oysters and rosé for $25 from 5-7 p.m.

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