Rock Bottom fundraiser to help Naperville humane society

Humane help

Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery sells "Doggie Dollars" and "Kitty Cash" through the month of August to benefit the homeless hounds and felines at the Naperville Area Humane Society. Write your own personal messages on these special bills and contribute to the restaurant's display of charity.

At 28256 Diehl Road, Warrenville, through Aug. 31. (630) 836-1380 or rockbottom.com.

Hometown hooch

Viet Bistro and Lounge celebrates the local liquors of Lake Bluff-based North Shore Distillery with a complimentary sample tasting. Try North Shore's gin, vodka and its new Sirene Absinthe Verte while snacking on free appetizers created by chef Dan Nguyen.

Facts: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Aug. 22 at 1346 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. No charge, but reservations required. (773) 465-5720.

Sushi candidates

RA Sushi Restaurants host VOTE RA!, a campaign battle of the tastier of two sushi rolls inspired by the U.S. presidential candidates. Will blue win out with the "Barack Attack," or turn red with the "McCain Terrain" roll? Sample both on a $10 Campaign Platter and then cast your vote.

Available Aug. 25 through Sept. 5 (during the political conventions). Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays and 11 a.m. to midnight Thursdays through Sundays at 310 Yorktown Center, Lombard. (630) 627-6800 (also at Glenview and Chicago locations); RAsushi.com