Truths as We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic
Please join us at CAMOC for the first gathering of Truths As We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic on Oct 22! This open mic storytelling gathering, hosted by Ada Cheng, is […]
Free
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Chinese American Museum of Chicago 238 W. 23rd St, Chicago, IL, United StatesJourney Chicago: Navigating Borders: A Creative Collaboration
South Asia Institute 1925 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis event is part of Journey Chicago, the Chicago Cultural Alliance's annual citywide festival of cross-cultural events. South Asia and Korea share a common history of being divided by an […]
FREE
Dominican American Midwest Association: Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony 2022
Biagio Banquet Hall 4242 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin the Dominican American Midwest Association (DAMA) for their Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony 2022. Featuring a presentation of the DAMA & Ramón García Educational Awards. _____________ Saturday October 22, […]
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Night of Terror: Storytelling Event
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian 3001 central street, Evanston, IL, United StatesTerror awaits you at the Mitchell Museum’s first ever scary stories told by witnesses of horror within Chicagoland’s Native storyteller community! Immerse yourself and your family in our evening of […]
Free – $10
Syria: The Frontlines of Displacement
625 North Kingsbury Street Chicago, IL 60654 625 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesABOUT THIS EVENT: Join the co-editors of Witnesses to War: The Children of Syria, Karam Foundation, ART WORKS Projects, and event sponsor, Howard Conant, Jr., for a discussion and exhibition […]
FreeJourney Chicago: Stories that Travel: Mythology, Folklore, and Diaspora
National Hellenic Museum 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThis event is part of Journey Chicago, the Chicago Cultural Alliance's annual citywide festival of cross-cultural events. A panel discussion focusing on the varied relationships different Diaspora communities have with […]
Free – $8
Craft Convening
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesPlease join us for a conversation on Chicago craft in the 1970s-80s with some of the city's long-standing artists and activists, including Lourdes Guerrero, artist and educator; Indira Freitas Johnson, […]
FREE
Scottish American History Forum: Scottish Settlement of Prince Edward Island and Its Implications for Island Society and Culture
Online EventNovember 5 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am Free Topic: Scottish Settlement of Prince Edward Island and Its Implications for Island Society and Culture Presenter: Professor Edward MacDonald, PhD, Department of History, […]
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Interview and Book signing: ATTORNEY JAMES MONTGOMERY
Bronzeville Historical Society 4455 S King Dr. - Suite 103, Chicago, IL, United StatesAbout the event: Bronzeville Historical Society welcomes Attorney James Montgomery to reveal his own story in a personal interview with a live audience. The event is supported in part by […]
Free
The Greek Diner and the Making of American Cuisine
Online IL, United StatesIn 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 […]
Free
“Al Fil or Bishop?” Lecture + Public Chess Tournament
Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education 55 W Van Buren Street, Suite 220, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education and The Chicago Chess Foundation are proud to present: Al-Fil or Bishop? a free public event in which ACCE will give a brief presentation […]
FREE
The Spirit of Vodou: Understanding the Cosmos
IL, United StatesDid you know that African religions -- some of the 3,000 practiced in the U.S. -- are the fastest growing systems in this country? Learn more and about the theology […]
UIMA Annual Fundraising Gala: Ukraine, My Love
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesOver the past year, everyone including UIMA, has been affected by the war in Ukraine. Since February, the Institute has shifted focus to providing mutual humanitarian aid through fundraising and […]
$150
Bold Byzantine Women: Empress Theodora, Anna Komnene, and St. Kassia
Online IL, United StatesJoin NHM Discussions as we explore the lives and legacies of three of the Byzantine Empire's most influential figures: Empress Theodora, Anna Komnene, and St. Kassia. Theirs are stories of […]
Free
WBEZ Presents: Mortified Chicago
Music Box Theatre 3733 North Southport Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60613 Music Box Theatre, 3733 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a night of humorous storytelling from everyday people in Chicago. Share the shame. About this event Join us for a night of humorous storytelling from everyday people […]
$25 – $70LIVEWIRE NIAM’s Monthly Open Mic
National Indo-American Museum 815 S Main St, Lombard, IL, United StatesLivewire is your Open Mic platform to jam, tell us a story, act your heart out, enthrall with a verse, drop the mic... You bring the talent we’ll bring the cheers! […]
$5
ONLINE BOOK & AUTHOR: “LIGHTNING DOWN: A WORLD WAR II STORY OF SURVIVAL”
Online IL, United StatesJoin us in discussion with #1 New York Times bestselling author Tom Clavin as he makes his literary return to the aerial battlefields of WWII to tell a harrowing and unforgettable story of heroism […]
NHM Virtual Book Club – The Greeks: A Global History
Online IL, United StatesJoin the National Hellenic Museum’s Virtual Book Club! In November, we will be discussing The Greeks: A Global History by Roderick Beaton, a sweeping history of the Greeks, from the Bronze Age to today. This title […]
Free
Muslim Women in Technology Networking Social
Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education 55 W Van Buren Street, Suite 220, Chicago, IL, United StatesAre you interested in connecting with other young professionals in the field of tech? Would you like to learn more about advocating for yourself in the field of tech as […]
FREE
G to G Coaching Session: How To Balance Creative Work & Multiple Projects
South Side Community Art Center 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesSSCAC is thrilled to partner with ILA Creative Studio for their G-to-G Coaching Sessions in a 3-part series of artist development resource workshops that intend to help close the gap […]
FREE
