March 6, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Weekend forecast: partly cloudy with a chance of party.

SUPPORT
SCA 3 RAW
What: Benefit for the Society for Contemporary Art has music by The Audians, performances by Collaboraction, and live and silent art auctions.
Why: How great thou art.
When: Sat., 6:30 p.m.
Where: Sullivan Center (formerly Carson Pirie Scott), 33 S. State St., at Washington St. R.S.V.P. at 312-443-3630.

TICKLE YOUR FANCY
Larger-Than-Life Bratwurst Drop
What: 2 Dudes Catering chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo count down as a giant bratwurst drops from a crane onto a two-story grill.
Why: When you’re a brat, you’re at your worst.
When: Fri., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: John Hancock Plaza, 875 N. Michigan Ave., at Delaware Pl.

ROCK OUT
Daniel Knox Duo, The Henhouse Prowlers, and More
What: Four shows. One night. Eerie piano, heady bluegrass, electro-acoustic funk, and jazz.
Why: Start the week off with a jam.
When: Sun., first set at 8 p.m.
Where: The Orphanage, 643 W. 31st St., at Lowe Ave. (773-807-5157).

SEE
Around the Coyote Select
What: Exhibit of artwork by more than 50 of ATC’s most promising emerging artists.
Why: Picky, are you?
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., noon-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Flatiron Arts Building, 1579 N. Milwaukee Ave., at Damen Ave. (773-342-6777).

DUNK
March Madness
What: The NCAA showdown is back.
Why: Score some points.
When: Every Sat. afternoon this month.
Where: In front of your telly, old sport.