EAT
Big G's Pizza3716 N. Clark St. 773-281-2444
The Wrigleyville pizzeria throws a BYOB first anniversary bash with 50 varieties of New York-style slices-including barbecue pulled pork, Philly cheese steak, mac 'n' cheese and more-for $2 each. Additional festivities include a mariachi band (5:30-7:30), DJ tunes, door prizes, gift certificate and dessert giveaways and more. 3 p.m.-3 a.m.
Takito Tuesday
Takito Kitchen2013 W. Division St. 773-687-9620
Spice up your life-and your palate-with two tacos such as chicken with snap peas, avocado salsa, ricotta and pumpkin seeds; and crispy redfish on a hibiscus tortilla with carrot-jalapeno slaw and coconut custard. Bonus: Your choice of any margarita (cucumber, anyone?) is included, too. 5-10 p.m. $12.
DRINK
A Final Farewell
Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort2833 N. Sheffield Ave. 773-477-3661
Spring break comes to an end as the Lakeview tiki-themed bar closes May 8 to make way for a Headquarters Beercade expansion-but not before celebrating its fifth anniversary with $3 beers, $4 well cocktails, a silent auction for bar memorabilia and performances by cover bands 16 Candles, Hairbangers Ball, Too White Crew and The Spazmatics. Arrive early: The first 100 attendees score themed swag. 7 p.m.-2 a.m. No cover.
DO
Laughingstock: The Comedy Rock Show
The Ace Bar1505 W. Fullerton Ave. 312-970-1505
See comedic performances in a variety of musical genres as the month-long weekly showcase kicks off with burlesque parody troupe Off Off Broadzway; humorous singer-songwriter Matt Griffo; all-female musical improv ensemble Stacked; and patriotism-liberalism satirists Nashville. The Band. 8 p.m. $7.
Midwest Independent Film Festival
Landmark's Century Centre Cinema2828 N. Clark St. 773-248-7759
See screenings of four features and short cuts by female filmmakers including the Chicago premiere of "Best If Used By," by Chicagoan Aemilia Scott, who co-stars in the film with Christian Stolte of "Chicago Fire." A hosted beer, wine and cocktail reception and producers' panel discussion precede the 7:30 screenings. 6 p.m. $10-$15. Tickets: midwestfilm.com.
REDEYE TIP OF THE DAY
Plan for Chicago Craft Beer Week May 16-26 by downloading the official smartphone app: chibeerweek.com/apps
Julia Borcherts is a RedEye special contributor.
