Bark in the Park 5k

The Anti-Cruelty Society of Chicago holds its 10th annual Bark in the Park pet-friendly 5k run/walk today in Lincoln Park's (the park, not the neighborhood) Montrose Harbor. The race, which helps fund the organization's operations, starts at 9am, rain or shine. Even if you're not going to participate, come down and cheer on the pet parade! More info here.

Strike Anywhere/Paint It Black @ Fireside

A veritable show of the new school of punk (and we don't mean Blink 182), Strike Anywhere, Challenger and Paint It Black bring the noise, the youth and the anarchy to the Fireside Bowl. 6PM, all ages, Fireside Bowl - 2646 W. Fullerton Chicago, IL. 773-486-2700