A new taco spot in the Loop, a rooftop party to benefit dog rescue organizations and more things to do in Chicago on Monday, May 9.
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Swing for Kids Stampede
656 W. Randolph St. 708-320-9845
The Chicago-based nonprofit’s annual benefit includes food from Honky Tonk BBQ, two drinks, live Western music, a raffle and an afterparty with swing dancing at Fizz Bar & Grill. 7 p.m. $60. Tickets: swingforkids.org
Now Open
75 E. Lake St. 312-929-3601
The new restaurant from Phil Stefani and Adolfo Garcia (Pearl Tavern) serves nine varieties of tacos along with Mexican beers and a mezcal- and tequila-focused cocktail menu designed by Tippling Brothers’ Paul Tanguay in a space with room for 90 and 40 more outside. 11 a.m.-1 a.m.
DRINK
Peace for Pits and Live Like Roo Party with Fifty
364 W. Erie St. 312-640-1156
A rooftop party benefiting three dog rescue organizations includes beer, wine, margaritas, appetizers, a silent auction and raffles. 6-8 p.m. $30-$40. RSVP: livelikeroo@gmail.com
The Great American Shake Sale
66 E. Ohio St. 312-667-1701 and 12 S. Michigan Ave. 312-646-6005
Donate $2 or more to No Kid Hungry at the restaurant during May to receive a card for a free shake on a future visit as part of the fifth annual benefit. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. (both locations).
DO
‘Once in a Lifetime’
3829 N. Broadway 866-811-4111
Catch George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart’s comedy set in 1930 about three New York vaudeville performers who head to Hollywood in search of fame. The show features 13 actors playing more than 40 roles. 8 p.m. $30. Tickets: strawdog.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Dove’s Luncheonette (1545 N. Damen Ave. 773-645-4060) offers glasses of wine, small bites and shots of mezcal or tequila for $5 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
