November 21, 2008 – Several banners that have hung from city street poles will be auctioned Saturday at Harry Caray’s. The city is handling the auction and asked the River North restaurant to host the event.

The banners promote sports victories, festivals, special city occasions, and museum shows.

Proceeds will benefit the mayor’s “Sharing It” program, the Chicago Anti-Hunger Federation, the Greater Chicago Food Depository, and will purchase holiday gifts and provide entertainment for needy children in Chicago.

The auction will be Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harry Caray’s Restaurant at Kinzie and Dearborn Streets. Admission is free. To purchase banners, cash, check, and credit cards will be accepted.