The LGBT Committee backing Barack Obama for U.S. Senate is hosting a benefit Wed., Oct. 6, with Obamatinis, wine, soft drinks, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, plus the next U.S. Senator from Illinois. The event is 6-8:30 p.m., Green Dolphin Street, 2200 N. Ashland Ave.; tickets: $100, valet parking is available for $6. To RSVP, call (312) 427-6300.