• Open Haus | Game Night

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Our January Open Haus will be the best game night in town! Did you know that Germans invented the jigsaw puzzle and board games? Bring your friends and your competitive […]

    Free admission; food and drinks available for purchase
  • The Greek Diner and the Making of American Cuisine

    The Greek Diner and the Making of American Cuisine
    Online IL, United States

    In this hour-long class, we will explore the history of the Greek diner and its profound influence on American food culture. On the eve of World War I, Greek immigrants began buying up the diners abandoned by German Americans facing anti-German persecution brought on by the war. In these kitchens, the new Greek owners would […]

    Free
  • Burns Night Supper

    400 E. Illinois Road 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    The Chicago Scots are partnering with the Gorton Center and the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff to host the celebration of 18th-century Scottish poet Robert Burns! Click Here To Purchase Tickets

    $75
  • Starkbierfest Open Haus

    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Friday March 17th is a night of fun at our Open Haus! This month’s theme is Starkbierfest! We will have German Bier on tap and food for purchase!  After the debauchery of Faschingszeit (carnival season), we have started into Fastenzeit (lent). Fortify yourself for this time of austereness by trying some "liquid food" - the genius […]

  • Music and Poetry of South Asia

    The Kehrein Center For The Arts 5628 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL, United States

    The Music and Poetry of South Asia curated for Chicago Audiences. Local, National and International Artists presenting the vibrant variety of instruments, languages and music of South Asia. New and […]

    FREE
  • Neighborhood Nights

    Neighborhood Nights
    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus A perfect place to meet your […]

  • Neighborhood Nights

    Neighborhood Nights

    Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus A perfect place to meet your […]

  • Neighborhood Nights

    Neighborhood Nights
    DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus A perfect place to meet your […]

  • Semla Day

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Celebrate the season leading up to Easter with Sweden's beloved sweet treat, the semla bun. Place your order today here so you can try the Museum's version of this centuries-old […]

  • Semla Day Pop-Up Cafe

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Celebrate the season before Easter with Sweden’s beloved treat, the semla bun. You can pre-order some here to take home or come by to enjoy semla buns and coffee at […]

  • A Talk By Richard Tellstrom ONLINE Swedish Food History and Signature Dishes, Then and Now

    Online Event

    A broad exposé of what characterizes Swedish food culture in flavors, dishes and eating, both before the great American migration whit the spice roads to Sweden throughout history, and how food culture have developed during the 1900s, starting with a great interest in simplyfing cooking, removing the dessert from the everyday meal and later on […]

  • Orchids After Hours

    Orchids After Hours
    Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencie, IL

    Make a date to be whisked away by a whimsical world of 10,000 fresh, colorful blooms. Marvel at surprises under the big top as you treat yourself to light bites and colorful cocktails (available for purchase). Enjoy a vibrant night out at the Orchid Show of Wonders.

  • Neighborhood Nights

    Neighborhood Nights

    Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum WHEN Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM.  Location Winter months […]