Think you could play the guitar for 44 hours straight? Local musician Jef Sarver does, and he’ll attempt to break the world record for longest guitar solo starting at 3:15 p.m. today at Potbelly Sandwich Works at 190 N. State St. But that’s not all. From 3 to 5 p.m., grab a sandwich, chips and cookie for $5 as a fundraiser for Old Town School of Folk Music. Live Webcast at seejefbreaktherecord.com.
To bid
“Superman Returns”
T-shirts signed by stars Brandon Routh and Kate Bosworth are a few of the goodies available at an eBay skin care benefit auction starting today and running through the end of June. Other must-have items: sunglasses signed by Gwen Stefani and Jessica Simpson-autographed cowboy boots. ebay.com/jergensglow.
To chill
Today from 2 to 3 p.m., Chicago Caribou Coffee shops will give away free 12-ounce Coolers (in vanilla, chocolate or caramel). When you get there, grab a coupon that let’s you buy one, get one free later.
To film
Create a 10-minute video about diversity and acceptance, and you could win $100,000 in Current TV’s “Seeds of Tolerance” contest. Al Gore is behind the satellite channel’s contest, which will be judged by stars like Edward Norton and Margaret Cho. Deadline is Aug. 15. Details: www.current.tv/tolerance.
