Shores Day Planner: Oct. 27

Here are a few items to get your Thursday started.

1. The rain won't go away today according to the National Weather Service. There is a 50 percent chance of showers with a high near 48. Winds will be from the north, northwest between 6 and 10 miles per hour.

2. One of the tastiest fundraisers in the city, , kicks off at 6 p.m. tonight at the . Chili Wars, which benefits St. Clair Shores Cops for Kids, allows attendees to sample a variety of chilis. Tickets are $8.

3. Brownie's on the Lake is welcoming Andiamo sommelier Lisa Ribaudo to show attendees to the Wine and Junk Food event tonight how to pair . Ever wonder which wine pairs best with a bowl of popcorn, hot dog, Jelly Belly or potato chips? Here's your chance to find out at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30. Call (586) 445-8080 to make reservations.

4. The Shores Toastmasters will meet at 7 p.m. tonight in the . The group helps individuals learn and practice public speaking skills.

5. Patch is looking for the kid in America who has the in the pumpkin patch. Celebrity judge Heidi Klum will select the Grand Prize winner. Patch will whisk the winner to New York or Los Angeles for a three day, two night trip for two that includes a meet and greet with Heidi, plus a donation of $1,031 to a local charity of the winner's choice. Entering is easy. Just upload a photo of your kid, 12 years of age or younger, in his or her Halloween costume.