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Best in Show Summer Benefit Screening

  • Special Event
  • Aug 27 | Thu
  • 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
  • The Davis Theater
  • 4614 N Lincoln Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625

Join us for a "Best in Show" benefit screening on August 27 at 7pm at The Davis Theater—tickets are $20 and support early literacy programs. Don't miss your chance to see Best in Show while giving back!.

Join SitStayRead for some late summer belly laughs, to honor the great Catherine O’Hara, and meet some Dog Teams. Your ticket supports no-cost canine-assisted literacy enrichment in K-2nd grade Chicago Public Schools in 2026-27.

Tickets are now on sale and seating is limited!

BUY TICKETS

$20 General Admission 

$75 VIP includes premium seats, popcorn, candy, and a soft drink

Sponsorship opportunities available; please contact development@sitstayread.org for more information.

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