EAT
Un86'd
Red Door2118 N. Damen Ave. 773-697-7221
Chefs David Ford (The Bluebird), Adam Wendt (Bangers & Lace), Chris Curren (Homestead) and Cosmo Goss (Publican Quality Meats) compete in a hot dog adorning challenge to benefit local organization Un86'd, which supports restaurant workers in need. This barbecue bash also features a pool on the patio, water balloon contest and raffles. Admission includes three tickets exchangeable for hot dogs, spiked punches and PBRs with extras priced at $3 each. 4-9 p.m. $20 donation.
Margherita Monday
Pizzeria da Nella Cucina Napoletana1443 W. Fullerton Ave. 773-281-6600
Think there's nothing special about Mondays? Think again. The Monday special at Naples-born chef-owner Nella Grassano's Lincoln Park spot-which also boasts a 90-seat landscaped patio-features her signature wood-fired, Neapolitan-style margherita pie for $7 (regularly $12.99). 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
DRINK
Mojito Day Specials
Nacional 27325 W. Huron St. 312-664-2727
A four-day muddlefest features three $9 varieties (regularly $11) including the N27 Mojito (made with light rum); the Lillet Mojito (Lillet, rum, habanero, ginger, agave); and the Market Mojito (rum and seasonal farmers market produce), which-from 5-7 p.m.-you can pair with half-price appetizers. 5-9:30 p.m. Through Thursday.
DO
(Free!) Downtown Sound
Millennium Park201 E. Randolph St. 312-742-1168
Americana rock band Dawes-fresh from an appearance on "Late Show with David Letterman"-headlines the after-work outdoor show. Drag City recording artists The Cairo Gang-led by frequent Bonny "Prince" Billy collaborator Emmett Kelly-opens. 6:30 p.m.
"Hey Bartender"
Music Box Theatre3733 N. Southport Ave. 773-871-6607
See a one-night-only preview screening of the indie documentary about the craft cocktail renaissance which-ahem-blends experts' commentary and industry convention footage into an exploration of the experiences of two bartenders, one of whom is Chicago native and former U.S. Marine Steve Schneider, who experienced a life-threatening injury prior to working at a top NYC cocktail bar. 8 p.m. $10.
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Julia Borcherts is a RedEye special contributor.