Down the rabbit hole.
EXPLORE
A Baker’s Tale
What: Inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this new Wicker Park bakery is a feast for the imagination and belly alike.
Why: Cream puffs, eclairs, and tarts, for starters.
When: Tues.-Sat., 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 2127 W. Division St., b/t Damen Ave. & Leavitt St. (872-206-5581).
GIVE BACK
Promise to Primp
What: Help 50 Chicago public schoolgirls look prom ready by dropping off dresses at Luxury Garage Sale or Sir & Madame.
Why: To make up for what you wore to yours.
When: Thru Apr. 15.
Where: Luxury Garage Sale, 1658 N. Wells St., at Eugenie St. (312-291-9126); Sir & Madame, 938 N. Damen Ave., b/t Augusta Blvd. & Walton St. (773-489-6660).
SHAKE
Anything and Everything Cocktail Class
What: Award-winning London bartender Alex Kratena (Artesian Bar) leads a mixology lesson.
Why: Great ideas (and insider tips) served straight up.
When: Tonight, 5-6:30 p.m.
Where: Travelle, in The Langham, 330 N. Wabash Ave., b/t Kinzie St. & Wacker Dr. Reservations ($50 per person) at 312-923-7632.
CONTRIBUTE
Parachute
What: Donate some bills to help husband-and-wife team Beverly Kim and John Clark (formerly of Bonsoiree) open a new Korean-American eatery in Avondale.
Why: Promises of Chinese bing bread and crispy mung bean pancakes with pork belly, black garlic, and kimchi.
When: Thru Apr. 20.
Where: At kickstarter.com.
JAM
Doug E. Fresh & Friends
What: Old-school hip-hop descends on downtown when Doug E. Fresh, Biz Markie, Slick Rick, Rob Base, and Big Daddy Kane take the stage.
Why: Your pop-and-lock needs greasing.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., at Lake St. Tickets ($70-$120) at 312-902-1500 or ticketmaster.com.
