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SUMMARY:Forever Free: Frederick Douglass Tours
DESCRIPTION:“Once you learn to read\, you will be forever free.” —Frederick Douglass \nDiscover the incredible legacy and enduring impact of abolitionist Frederick Douglass\, as well as other Black writers who came before and after him. This 15-minute tour introduces you to all areas of the American Writers Museum\, with a special focus on our special exhibit Dark Testament: A Century of Black Writers on Justice. Following the tour\, you can explore all of our exhibits more in depth and at your own pace. \nForever Free: Frederick Douglass tours are offered daily at 3:00pm when the AWM is open. We are open Thursdays to Mondays\, from 10 am to 5 pm. We are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The tour is included with museum admission and no advanced registration is required. Tours begin at the Museum front desk.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/forever-free-frederick-douglass-tours/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Black History Month
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-01/
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-07/
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SUMMARY:Andersonville's Fika Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join as we and other Andersonville businesses unite for food\, warm beverages and shopping (packaged coffee in our Store will be 15% off!). There will be fun ways to become better acquainted with the Museum and Swedish culture! We’ll have a pop-up cafe\, traditional Fika-inspired treats for the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl\, and we’ll be hosting the Andersonville puzzle exchange. We hope to see you for this fun winter activity! You can view additional information on the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce website.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/andersonvilles-fika-fest/
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CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Food and Drink
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-09/
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Lunar New Year with the HANA Center on February 10th!
DESCRIPTION:Hana Center is holding a Lunar New Year event at its main building in Chicago to celebrate the Year of the Blue Dragon. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day filled with joy\, cultural richness\, and community spirit.\nWhen: Saturday\, February 10th\, 11am – 2pm\nLocation: Hana Center Chicago Main Building\, 4300 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60618 ( Directions )\nEvent details:\nPungmul performance\nNew Year’s Wishes\nthree times\nHanbok photo shoot\nrefreshments\nReserve your spot by Wednesday\, February 7th\, and tell your family and friends!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/celebrate-lunar-new-year-with-the-hana-center-on-february-10th/
LOCATION:HANA Center\, 4300 N. California Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-14/
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-15/
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CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:2024 Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:TimeLine Theatre – Year of the Dragon Exhibit\nSaturday\, February 17th\, 12:00pm – 4:00pm\nCMAA\, 1016 W. Argyle St.\nFREE \nJoin TimeLine Theatre at the CMAA for a journey through the historical highlights of past years of the Dragon – with dramaturgy by Irene Hsiao\, Resident Artist at the Heritage Museum of Asian Art – and reflect on the upcoming Lunar New Year through the lens of the past. While you peruse the exhibit\, visitors of all ages can join in our community art project – a dragon of our own creation – for collective intention-setting. Plus\, learn more about TimeLine’s future new home in Uptown! Envisioned as far more than a theatre\, this new neighborhood facility will be a welcoming gathering space for entertainment\, education\, and community engagement.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/2024-argyle-lunar-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Chinese Museum Aid Association\, 1016 W. Argyle St.\, Chicago\, 60640
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-22/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-28/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month⁠  African Americans and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I \nThursday\, February 1st \nBus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am \nSign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway \nThis is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers\, connect with students from UIS and the University of Illinois of Urbana Champaign (UIUC)\, and discuss the Black experience within the University of Illinois system. There will be an exhibit showing\, panel\, lunch and dinner.\nRound trip bus transportation to the campus of the University of Illinois Springfield will be provided. The bus will be leaving from Student Center East (SCE) at 12 PM and returning by 12 AM. Excusal letters for courses on this day will be provided.\nSeating is reserved for the first 25 students who sign up. \nArt Moves: The Chicago Footwork Experience! Lecture\, Performance\, and Dance Workshop \nWednesday\, February 7th \nLecture- BCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207.   3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nPerformance/Workshop- Student Center East (SCE) Illinois C.  6:30 PM-8:30 PM \nExplore the history\, politics\, and Afro-Diasporic spiritual roots of Chicago footwork. Footwork is an embodied and creative form of resistance to state-sanctioned violence and environmental racism. Following the lecture and performance\, dancers will teach the foundational moves of Chicago Footwork\, culminating in a full routine. \nWhat’s Going On? The Healing Power of Creativity \nFriday\, February 9th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 10 AM-11 AM \nCreativity is essential for emotional and mental well-being. Join us as we reduce stress through collaging\, coloring\, bracelet-making\, and writing. Supplies and light refreshments will be provided. \nBlack Table Talk: Love in the Arts \nWednesday\, February 14th \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM-1 PM \nJoin our conversation! We will discuss how “Black Love” is portrayed in the arts and popular culture. \nArt Moves: Open Mic \nThursday\, February 15th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome out for a night of music and spoken word! Hosted by UIC’s very own DJ John West! \nTracing Our Path Through Bronzeville. A film screening and discussion \nThursday\, February 22nd  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6 PM-8 PM \nThis documentary by Reginald J. Rice highlights the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville. Local Chicago artists will be featured and present for the discussion. \nFilm description: he Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few\, Margaret Burroughs\, Richard Wright\, William Walker\, Gwendolyn Brooks\, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville. Nevertheless\, the significance of their contribution is not only the artwork they produced\, but also the aesthetic tradition that they established. This aesthetic tradition was founded to reframe the fraudulent historical narrative of African Americans. Today\, there are a number of artists who are following this aesthetic tradition. This documentary will introduce its audience to the cultural traditions that emerged from the Bronzeville community. This tradition challenged the status quo through activism\, visual arts\, literature\, and academic research.Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville will highlight the contributions of various cultural institutions in Bronzeville\, and contemporary African American artists that attempted to redefine the image and voice of black culture. This documentary will generate a new perspective on the significance of the cultural legacy of African American art from the perspective of artists who have exhibited their paintings in the Bronzeville art galleries. \nBlack Table Talk: Visualizing Black Culture \nWednesday\, February 28th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 12 PM- 1 PM \nJoin our conversation! Images of Blacks in photography have a profound impact on how we interpret black experiences and identities. We will be exploring the power of Black visual imagery through the camera lens. \nArt Moves: Can You Feel It? Celebrating 40 years of House Music \nThursday\, February 29th  \nBCC Gallery\, Addams Hall 207. 6:30 PM-9 PM \nCome and celebrate the history and worldwide impact of Chicago’s own House Music with DJ John West.\nUPCOMING EVENTS
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/uic-black-cultural-center-black-heritage-month%e2%81%a0-african-americans-and-the-arts/2024-02-29/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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