A fall wine tasting benefitting Center for Conflict Resolution, a cookbook launch at Sprinkles Cupcakes and more things to do in Chicago on Wednesday, Nov. 2.
EAT
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80 E. Lake St. 312-625-1158
The fast-casual chain has added a location in The Loop, serving whole wheat pita, laffa wraps, salads and rice bowls made with proteins including falafel, steak and salmon and toppings such as hummus, feta cheese and sumac onions. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
DRINK
‘Beer Chicago: The Refreshing History’
400 S. State St. 312-493-0479
Explore the exhibit about the city’s most famous beer companies with women’s craft beer appreciation group Barley’s Angels, then take the train to Monk’s Pub to discuss it over beer and appetizers. 6:15 p.m. $24. Tickets: brownpapertickets.com
Fall Wine Tasting
171 N. Clark St. 312-922-6464 ext. 21
Experts discuss various varietals and characteristics of wine as you sample more than 25 types at this benefit for the Center for Conflict Resolution. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $20. Tickets: ccrchicago.org
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‘The Sprinkles Baking Book’ Launch (Free!)
50 E. Walton St. 312-573-1600
The bakery chain’s founder Candace Nelson takes photos with customers and signs copies of the cookbook, which includes over 50 cupcake recipes and instructions for how to turn them into full cakes. 4-6 p.m. Free.
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2936 N. Southport Ave. 773-935-6875
Vocalo’s Jill Hopkins hosts the storytelling show where 10 competitors share their take on the theme “out on a limb.” 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $27. Tickets: athenaeumtheatre.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Sociale (800 S. Clark St. 312-588-1100) offers $5 glasses of rosé from 9-10 p.m.