Activities to help kids transition back to school

The transition back to school can be hard for kids, especially the younger ones. As a parent, there are a few activities you can do with your child to get them ready for the new school year. Kelsie Newman from Children's Lighthouse North Center Chicago joined Good Day with the details.

Ribfest Chicago in North Center ends today

It's not too late to stop by Ribfest Chicago in the North Center neighborhood. The event goes until 10 p.m. Sunday. There's live music, local vendors and award-winning ribs. This year's winner from Aussom Aussie BBQ stopped by Good Day Chicago to talk about the event.

Common Pantry celebrates new home with 'I Am Your Neighbor' party

The city's longest serving food pantry is celebrating their 12th annual I Am Your Neighbor Party this Friday at Artifact Events. There will be music, small bites and beverages to raise money to fight hunger in the community. The party isn't they only thing to celebrate, after five decades the panty has its own building.

Oktoberfestiversary returns to Ravenswood Corridor this weekend

Local breweries Dovetail and Begyle are celebrating their annual Oktoberfestiversary. Eateries like Bad Johnny's wood-fired pizza will be there Saturday. The event will raise money to donate millions of meals to The Friendship Center. Head down to the Ravenswood Corridor for live entertainment, beer, food and general merriment.