TUE 10/9
A real pick-me-up
The “finders-keepers” rule doesn’t exclude sharing. Not when brothers Davy and Peter Rothbart are keeping score, anyway. Meet the duo at a release party for FOUND magazine No. 5, The Crime Issue. Mag founder and master finder Davy shares new notes, while singer-songwriter Peter plays new songs based on found items. Part of FOUND magazine’s There Goes the Neighborhood Tour. 8 p.m. $5. Heart of Gold, 3036 N. Lincoln Ave., 4th floor. 734-657-8561.
Right on
Politics, shmolitics. Inject some fun into fundamentalism at Democracy Burlesque, a monthly mix of politically based comedy and cabaret acts that satirize right-wing policies and issues. Tuesday’s show title: “Elephantitis: A Case of the G.O.P. and Their Candidates.” 8 p.m. $10 suggested donation to benefit various causes celebre. No Exit Cafe, 6970 N. Glenwood Ave. 773-275-4259.
WED 10/10
Hit the runway
If having one sibling means access to one more wardrobe, just think what it would mean to have 27. Take stock of global attire at Fashion Focus: World Fashion Chicago, a showcase of locally based designers representing Chicago’s 27 sister cities. Includes a preshow reception (6 p.m.) and runway fashion show (7:30 p.m.). $100. Chase Promenade North at Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St. 312-744-2400.
Reed it and weep
Sniffing, licking and surprise potty breaks: innocent pooch habits or bad behavior? We’re not sure where to draw the line, but socialite and author Charlotte Reed has some ideas. Reed signs copies of her new book, “The Miss Manners Complete Book of Dog Etiquette,” at Mind Your Doggie Manners. Includes a doggie fashion show, appetizers and a cash bar. 6 p.m. Free. W Chicago — City Center, 172 W. Adams St. RSVP required: chihappenings.rsvp@whotels.com (subject: “fido”).
THU 10/11
Get dressed
Looking for a natty Halloween costume? Go for drama at Bailiwick’s Halloween Costume and Rummage Sale, where you can get a peek at attire from company productions, including “Barenaked Lads” (apparently they do wear some clothing), “Jerry Springer: The Opera” and “Kiss of the Spider Woman.” Dig up cowboy hats, rainbow-flag hot pants, size 11 pumps and more. Noon. Through Saturday. $3. Bailiwick Repertory Arts Center, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. 773-883-1090.
FRI 10/12
Tapped in
Whether you’re an accomplished tap dancer or your Broadway aspirations are limited to tapping a keyboard, don’t miss the three-day Chicago Tap Summit. The third annual gathering includes classes, tap history lessons and a dance showcase. Guest artists include Bril Barrett, Starinah Dixon, Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, Reggio “The Hoofer” McLaughlin, Jumaane Taylor, dance group Hip Hop ConnXion and more. Friday through Sunday. $30 per class or $370 for all. South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Drive. 773-604-1899.
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