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Catch fish off the McCormick Bridgehouse

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If you’ve ever noticed your kids’ compassion when it comes to animals, this event is for you.

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Celebrate the return of wildlife to the river by adopting a fish, naming it (Wanda, anyone?) and releasing it into the river. Fish wranglers will be there, just in case you can’t keep your grip on the slippery fellas.

Visit website for cost and time. May 11. McCormick Bridgehouse& Chicago River Museum, Michigan Avenue at Wacker Drive, Chicago. (312) 977-0227, bridgehousemuseum.org.

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