UPCOMING EVENTS:

—Thurs., Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m.

Margate Field House, 4900 N. Marine

The Montrose Dog Beach Committee holds its monthly meeting. On the agenda will be the installation of an access ramp (to comply with ADA regulations), fundraising and end-of-summer clean-up. The meeting is open to any interested parties. www.mondog.org/wp/

—Sat., Sept. 15, 8:30 a.m-1 p.m.,

Mutt Strut, Lincoln Park Savings Bank, 3234 N. Damen

The Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation hosts its fourth annual dog (and person) walk. Dogs available for adoption, live music, contests, food, drinks, entertainment, demonstrations, canine/human merchandise sales, family fun walk, dog wash, face painting, and more. Registration is $35 for adults, though kids and dogs are free. www.chicagocaninerescue.com

—Thurs., Sept. 20, 6:30-9 p.m.

Cafe Brauer, 2021 N. Stockton

Chicago’s department of Animal Care and Control holds its third annual celebrity chef ‘Big Night’ fundraiser and party. A dozen chefs will cook up treats (and an open bar will serve ‘Muttinis’) Live entertainment, a silent auction and more. $75 per person. Call 312-224-1116.

—Sat., Sept.. 22, 12-5 p.m.

Collars & Scents: A Pet Adoption Party

Ravenswood Bank, 2300 W. Lawrence

Pet adoptions, supplies, grooming and a pet parade.

Info: www.RavenswoodBank.com