TUE 10/2
Jump the tracks
Think Britney Spears is a train wreck these days? Let’s see how your rep fares after a night of chugging at the Derailed pub crawl. The bar hop stops at five Old Town bars, including Suite Lounge (1446 N. Wells St.) and Corcoran’s (1615 N. Wells St.). Includes food and drink specials and T-shirt giveaways. 8 p.m. No cover. Wells on Wells, 1617 N. Wells St. 312-944-1617.
Nothing sacred
Shout “hallelujah” for “The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged).” The Reduced Shakespeare Company’s irreverent comedy presents a laugh-filled look at religious history from Creation through Judgment Day, addressing age-old questions such as why Adam and Eve had navels. 8 p.m. $33-$48. Royal George Theatre Center, 1641 N. Halsted St. 312-988-9000.
WED 10/3
Reckless writing
Drive under the influence, and you’ll wind up in jail faster than you can say “.08”. Better to stick with a safe alternative: RUI: Reading Under the Influence, where tipplin’ writers read published and original works every month. Wednesday, guest reader Jonathan Messinger joins metromix.com contributor Amanda Snyder and others for readings on the theme “That Which is Hidden.” Includes drink specials, trivia and giveaways. 7 p.m. $3. Sheffield’s, 3258 N. Sheffield Ave. 773-281-4989.
Pork belly
Want to be the little piggy who cries “Wee!” all the way home? Head to DeLaCosta for Mojito and Pig Wednesdays. Just order a Bacardi mojito for $10 throughout the month and receive a complimentary Cuban-style pulled pork appetizer with Latin fixins’ in honor of National Pork Month. 5 p.m. Through October 31st. Prices vary. 465 E. Illinois St. 312-464-1700.
THU 10/4
Open season
Summer craft fairs have all closed down, but the 10th Annual Chicago Art Open is still swingin’. Celebrate the fair’s landmark year browsing drawings, paintings, photographs, textiles and more by nearly 300 emerging and established artists. An opening reception takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday ($20). Part of the city’s Chicago Artists’ Month celebration. 11 a.m. Through Oct. 27. $5. Iron Studios, 3636 S. Iron St. 312-781-0040.
FRI 10/5
High art
You’re late on the rent, your car’s in the shop and your job feels like it’s about to go up in smoke. Don’t sweat it. One whiff of “The Marijuana-Logues” will have you laughing in no time. Funnymen Tony Camin, Rob Cantrell and Seth Morris star in the Chicago return of this weed-centric sketch comedy show about ganja’s rites and rituals. 8 p.m. Through Sunday. $25. Lakeshore Theater, 3175 N. Broadway. 773-472-3492.
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