Grand Opening
Cole’s, 2338 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-276-5802.
Raise a glass and shake a leg at the newest addition to Logan Square’s nightlife scene. Friday features bands the Possum Hollow Boys and the Sanctified Grumblers (8:30 p.m.); festivities continue Saturday (7:30 p.m.). No cover.
Open Streets
Various neighborhoods
Cycle an 8-mile stretch of boulevards, closed to motorized vehicles, joining Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Garfield Park, North Lawndale and Little Village. Join in anywhere along the route. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 312-427-3325. Route: activetrans.org
Flavorful in/Fusions
Cody’s Public House, 1658 W. Barry Ave.
New works by local dance company NoMi LaMad inspire this benefit grill-off between chefs Calvin Roberson, John McLean, Leslie Morris and a “mystery” toque. Includes food and cocktails. 5 p.m. $40. Tickets: brownpapertickets.com
The Great Urban Race
Start: Cubby Bear Wrigleyville, 1059 W. Addison St.
Teams of two solve 12 clues by tackling physical challenges, puzzles and more across the city. Proceeds benefit Starlight Children’s Foundation. Noon. $60-$70 per person. Registration: on site at 11 a.m.; online by 5 p.m. Friday: greaturbanrace.com
Dog Day on the Green
Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive. 312-747-1285.
Spend quality time with your pooch — and everyone else’s — at this inaugural canine celebration. Activities include fashion shows, agility courses, vendors, dog yoga and mini-seminars. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
FESTIVALS!
Find info on this weekend’s fests, including Market Days, Retro on Roscoe and Milwaukee Avenue Arts Fest on Page 33 and at metromix.com.
