Ike & BG’s, a barbecue restaurant with two locations in the city, is hosting a community party on Genesee Street. Pictures with Santa, free chili from Ike & BG’s, free hot chocolate, a performance by the Collins 4 and a DJ set by Illmatic are among the highlights in the inaugural event.
Local comedy: Holiday Comedy Showcase, doors at 7, show at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, featuring Michael Giambra, Dewey Lovett, Tyrone Maclin and Jesse Winterhalter. The Attic at Mr. Goodbar, 1110 Elmwood Ave. $5 cover. Best of the City Roundup, 7 p.m. Dec. 23, featuring Brandon Trusso, Liz Reaves, Luke Touma. Helium Comedy Club, 30 Mississippi St. Admission is $10.
