Victory Reins and chef Alvin Green present A Taste of Giving, an evening of gourmet foods and desserts paired with wine, craft beer and spirits, Sat., Nov. 3, 6 to 10 p.m., Morgan Park Academy, 2153 W. 111th St. $50 per person, over age 21 only. Proceeds benefit a scholarship fund that provides special needs students with equestrian opportunities. Purchase tickets at vrtasteofgiving.brownpapertickets.com.