Celebs around town: Gabourey Sidibe, Wayne Messmer

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Actress Gabourey Sidibe was spotted partying at Lucky Strike Chicago with fellow Oscar nominee Terrence Howard. | Kevin Winter/Getty Images

SEEN ON THE SCENE: Fans were excited to see Terrence Howard and “Precious” star Gabourey Sidibe hanging out at Lucky Strike Chicago — happily helping a pal celebrate a birthday at the popular bowling emporium. … Singing sensation Wayne Messmer was spotted greeting folks at Hubbard Inn Tuesday night. Now that the Cubs season is over, Wayne will be singing the National Anthem at the Bears game Sunday, plus at the kickoff of the Wolves’ 21st season. … “Top Chef” Fabio Viviani was seen dining at Sunda earlier this week. … Recent Gibsons sightings have included the King Crimson rockers — here for their gig at The Vic; plus actor Steve Schirripa of “The Sopranos” fame.

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