Looking to give to a cause this weekend?
From a fundraiser walk to a hot dog eating contest, there's plenty to do when it comes to good causes coming up in Chicago this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Dej's Fam & Friends 'Domestic Violence' Fundraiser Walk
From the event description:
Dejiah is on the final leg of fundraising for her upcoming class trip. We need your help again, but not without a good cause. Dej is organizing a Family & Friends Domestic Violence Walk. The registration fee is $15 per person. That will include a walker's badge, cold beverages and a completion celebration with food.
When: Saturday, May 25, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Bar Louie, 5500 S. Shore Drive
Admission: $15
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Veggie Hot Dog Eating Contest
From the event description:
Join us and our friends at The Native for a veggie dog eating contest on their dog-friendly patio. Contestants will have ten minutes to eat ten hot dogs. The first person to finish all of their hot dogs or eat the most hot dogs within the allotted time slot will be the winner. Tasty brews will be available at the bar for purchase. The Native has generously offered to donate a portion of drink sales back to One Tail At A Time, so come thirsty!
When: Saturday, May 25, 2-5 p.m.
Where: The Native, 2417 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Admission: $5 for dogs; $15 for spectators
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Paint & Sip - Mix & Mingle
From the event description:
No better way to kick-off Memorial Day weekend than a charity fundraising event to help support the Project Education Plus (PEP) Chicago Demons Boys basketball team. All of the fundraiser proceeds from this event will go to the support of travel and team expenses. Paint experience starts promptly at 6:30 p.m.
When: Saturday, May 25, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Luxe B Studio, 358 E. 47th St.
Admission: $20 to Mix & Mingle; $35 to Sip & Paint
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Hashtag Lunchbag @ The Promontory
From the event description:
We have found a fun and easy way to volunteer a little of your time to help our city! We will be assembling and distributing 1000 lunches for Chicago's homeless community. No registration needed and all ages are encouraged to attend. As always, we grow when others help spread the message. Admission is free, but $10 donation requested.
When: Sunday, May 26, 10 a.m.
Where: The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West
Admission: $10 suggested donation
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