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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-05-30/
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CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Nights
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nThursday\, January 11\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus\, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge \n\nenjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus \nA perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum \nWHEN\nEach 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM.  \nLocation\nWinter months – Brauhaus Room (2nd floor) \nSummer/Fall months – Skyline Lounge/Terrace (6th floor) \nSubject to change. Be sure to check elevator signs when arriving!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/neighborhood-nights-11/2026-05-28/
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CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-05-23/
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CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T103000
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! \nFEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz! \nThis is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration! \n* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/haitian-heritage-month-konpa-sware/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-05-16/
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CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T204932Z
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
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SUMMARY:Stammtisch Open Haus\, Every 3rd Friday
DESCRIPTION:Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little Gemütlichkeit over some delicious German food and drink! \nTheme TBD \nFood and drink will be available for purchase. \nFree parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Western and Gunnison
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/stammtisch-open-haus-every-3rd-friday/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Talks and Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T170000
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SUMMARY:3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6 PM on time. All tours depart from the reception desk\, and please be sure to arrive on time. The event offers wine and appetizers. \nThis Friday at 7-7:40 PM\, our Resident Artist 2024 – Irene Hsiao will perform at the Heritage Museum of Asian Art as part of the project If The Sky Could Dream.  \nAbout the Tour –  \nLearn about Asian Art in the Heritage Museum of Asian Art with a guided hour-long tour around the gallery. Museum-trained interns and volunteers will give a talk on selected artworks. Each word is packed with fascinating insights\, information\, and stories. During this participatory experience\, you’ll connect with works from across the collection and get a close look at highlighting artworks. Visitors of all ages are welcome. \nPlease note tours may be canceled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. \nAbout the project –  \nIF THE SKY COULD DREAM focuses on the Chinese dragon as a powerful being that fosters harmony. This creature is emblematic of China as well as a mythological being for many Asian and Western cultures and thus evokes a sense of mysticism\, and intrigue in many communities. Representing the Chinese Dragon as a water deity\, the installation series will feature images and projections of the weather and local bodies of water in Chicago. \nIf The Sky Could Dream is supported\, in part\, by a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant \nAbout Irene Hsiao \nIrene Hsiao creates performances in conversation with visual art in museums\, galleries\, and public spaces\, a practice that includes site-specific interaction with visual artworks and experimental engagement with artists\, institutions\, and the public. Find out more through our website. \nAccessibility \nThe Heritage Museum of Asian Art’s Entrance is on West 35th Street. Take the elevator to the third floor and turn right to the Museum Reception Desk. Accessible and standard toilets are located on the same floor. Free parking space is available next to the museum via West 35th Street. \nIf you have any programming questions\, don’t hesitate to get in touch with info@heritageasianart.org or 312-842-8884.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/3rd-fridays-free-admission-museum-night/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Heritage Museum of Asian Art\, 3500 S Morgan St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T230000
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Nights
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nThursday\, January 11\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus\, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge \n\nenjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus \nA perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum \nWHEN\nEach 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM.  \nLocation\nWinter months – Brauhaus Room (2nd floor) \nSummer/Fall months – Skyline Lounge/Terrace (6th floor) \nSubject to change. Be sure to check elevator signs when arriving!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/neighborhood-nights-12/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T193000
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SUMMARY:Get Lit: Art of the Cocktail
DESCRIPTION:Raise a glass and grab your sketchbook for Get Lit: The Art of Cocktails. \nAuthor and illustrator Sarah Becan (Let’s Make Bread!\, Let’s Make Dumplings!) visits Get Lit to share a live demonstration of her favorite cocktail recipes from her newest book\, Let’s Make Cocktails!\, followed by a hands-on drawing session learning to illustrate the same cocktail in her unique\, playful style. Throughout the night\, enjoy interactive stations\, sketch challenges\, and fun games that let you sip\, sketch\, and mingle with fellow cocktail and art lovers. Books will be available for purchase at the event. \nThis is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/get-lit-art-of-the-cocktail/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240205T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T165426Z
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240123T154630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T204932Z
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240205T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T165426Z
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240123T154630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T204932Z
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20260402T180744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T180744Z
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SUMMARY:Architect Talk: Michael Murphy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with Michael Murphy\, founder of AMMA and MASS Design Group\, as he celebrates the release of his book\, “Our World in Ten Buildings” and reflects on milestone projects from his career. “Our World in Ten Buildings” explores how the choices we make in our built environment shape the way we think\, connect\, and live — from homes\, schools and offices to prisons\, memorials\, waiting rooms and hospital spaces. Following the presentation\, Murphy will be joined in conversation by Reed Kroloff\, Dean and Rowe Family College of Architecture Endowed Chair at IIT College of Architecture.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/architect-talk-michael-murphy/
LOCATION:Chicago Architecture Center\, 111 E Wacker Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Architecture Center":MAILTO:info@architecture.org
GEO:41.8876241;-87.6236513
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20260313T165244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165244Z
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SUMMARY:Enchantment: A bioplay of the life and music of Ravi Shankar
DESCRIPTION:Enchantment is an intimate theatrical journey into the inner life of music giant Ravi Shankar. \nThis is not a standard retelling of Shankar’s legendary career. Instead\, this bioplay steps into the inner world of the sitar maestro — his doubts\, regrets\, struggles\, and the fierce resolve that carried him from a boy dancer in Paris to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Through moments of vulnerability and brilliance\, the play reveals how Ravi Shankar transformed adversity into artistic triumph. \nWritten by Gowri Ramnarayan and shaped by the maestro’s own witty and poignant words\, Enchantment weaves theatre\, live dance\, and music into a richly immersive experience. The production features Ravi Shankar’s original sitar recordings and exclusive compositions rendered by Bombay Jayashri\, with Aditya Prakash\, Vignesh Ishwar\, and Chaitra Sairam.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/enchantment-a-bioplay-of-the-life-and-music-of-ravi-shankar-2/
LOCATION:The International House/University of Chicago\, 1414 E 59th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Cultural Festivals and Fairs,Dance,Music, Film, and Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts":MAILTO:info@kalapriya.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
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SUMMARY:Enchantment: A bioplay of the life and music of Ravi Shankar
DESCRIPTION:Enchantment is an intimate theatrical journey into the inner life of music giant Ravi Shankar. \nThis is not a standard retelling of Shankar’s legendary career. Instead\, this bioplay steps into the inner world of the sitar maestro — his doubts\, regrets\, struggles\, and the fierce resolve that carried him from a boy dancer in Paris to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Through moments of vulnerability and brilliance\, the play reveals how Ravi Shankar transformed adversity into artistic triumph. \nWritten by Gowri Ramnarayan and shaped by the maestro’s own witty and poignant words\, Enchantment weaves theatre\, live dance\, and music into a richly immersive experience. The production features Ravi Shankar’s original sitar recordings and exclusive compositions rendered by Bombay Jayashri\, with Aditya Prakash\, Vignesh Ishwar\, and Chaitra Sairam.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/enchantment-a-bioplay-of-the-life-and-music-of-ravi-shankar/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music, Film, and Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T141500
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CREATED:20240207T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T213717Z
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SUMMARY:Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Saturdays\n1:15 – 2:15 PM\nHarini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja\nKannan\, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class\, dancers will learn new choreography – both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced\nrhythmic patterns or Jathis.\nClass focus: execution\, technique\, creativity\, retention
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/constructing-jathi-choreography-with-harini-nilakantan/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Kalapriya Studio\, 2101 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240205T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T165426Z
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SUMMARY:Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
DESCRIPTION:El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts\, painting\, drawing\, printmaking\, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative experiences\, but you can opt to do your own artwork. \nJoin us! We provide the art supplies\, and you bring your creativity.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/puerto-rican-arts-alliance-studio-arts-program/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240123T154630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T204932Z
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SUMMARY:Kino\, Kaffee und Kuchen
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nSaturday\, January 06\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus Room 206\, 2nd Floor \n\n\n \nKINO\, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN  \nSaturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen \n11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm \n12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins \n  \nJoin us each Saturday at the DANK Haus in Fall\, Winter\, and Spring for Kaffee\, Kuchen\, und Kino. Each week guests will choose the film they want to watch \nDANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7 \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kino-kaffee-und-kuchen/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20240123T153701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T191742Z
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Nights
DESCRIPTION:Date: \nStart\nThursday\, January 11\, 2024 \nTime:  \nLocation: \nLocation\nDANK Haus\, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge \n\nenjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus \nA perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum \nWHEN\nEach 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM.  \nLocation\nWinter months – Brauhaus Room (2nd floor) \nSummer/Fall months – Skyline Lounge/Terrace (6th floor) \nSubject to change. Be sure to check elevator signs when arriving!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/neighborhood-nights-11/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
CREATED:20260313T165805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165805Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: “Parks and Rec” by Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (IN PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Pop culture historian and bestselling author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (Seinfeldia\, When Women Invented Television) visits the AWM to discuss her new book about the making of a beloved television show. Parks and Rec: The Underdog TV Show That Lit’rally Inspired a Vision for a Better America tells the definitive story of the creation and legacy of Parks and Recreation\, with exclusive interview content from its cast\, crew\, and creators\, as well as an introduction by Nick Offerman. \nBooks will be available for purchase and Keishin Armstrong will sign them following the program. \nThis is an in person program at the American Writers Museum. This program will also be livestreamed\, and you can register for the link to the online broadcast here. \nMore about Parks and Rec: \nMore than fifteen years after Parks and Recreation premiered\, it has become a streaming and pop culture staple. It’s beloved for its jokes\, characters\, and expressions—the show even created a now widely observed holiday\, Galentine’s Day. How did it all happen and how did the show transform from a ratings disappointment into a cult classic? Pop culture historian Jennifer Keishin Armstrong reveals all this and more in the definitive history of the show\, which is as full of humor\, optimism\, and heart as Parks and Recreation itself. \nThrough new and exclusive interviews\, as well as deep insight and smart and entertaining pop culture analysis\, Armstrong tells the story of how Parks and Recreation came to be: how it grew from The Office’s success and Obama-inspired optimism\, how producers assembled one of TV’s most lovable casts but barely survived a mediocre first season\, how the show found its voice by getting more political and more romantic\, and how it became a cultural force despite middling ratings during its network run\, going on to become a television savior of the Trump era and a modern classic. \nFor fans of the show\, readers who enjoy behind-the-scenes stories\, and everyone who loves a nostalgic deep-dive\, Parks and Rec is an exploration of its legacy as an enduringly lovable modern comedy classic full of optimism and heart. Lovingly told and deeply researched\, Parks and Rec is the ultimate history of the show that taught us what’s important in life: friends\, waffles\, and work. \nPraise for Parks and Rec: \n“A magnificent job of chronicling the unlikely beginnings of the show—the way that Greg Daniels and Mike Schur conceived of the premise and the world\, and then the rag-tag way they put the cast together…You’ll be treated within to all manner of winning anecdotes about the adorable and talented team of champions that made up our cast.”\n—Nick Offerman\, excerpted from the foreword to Parks and Rec \n“Making Parks and Rec was fun\, pure fun\, achieved through joyous collaboration with an incredible collection of writers and actors and creative people. I miss it every day\, and Jennifer Keishin Armstrong’s book is as close as I (or anyone) can get to actually being there\, working and laughing and making something we all loved so much.”\n—Michael Schur\, co-creator of Parks and Recreation \n“Sweet as a plate of JJ’s waffles\, Parks and Rec is a thoughtful celebration of the underdog sitcom that\, for seven seasons\, put an optimistic lens on liberal democracy and small-town life. Full of behind-the-scenes stories from the show’s writers\, cast and crew\, Parks traces the NBC sitcom’s transformation from mid-season misfire to witty\, romantic television classic. A perfect gift for members of the Leslie Knope-o-verse—or anyone searching for a little sunlight in a dark time.”\n—Emily Nussbaum\, staff writer at The New Yorker and author of Cue the Sun! \nNew York Times bestselling author JENNIFER KEISHIN ARMSTRONG has written nine books\, including Seinfeldia\, Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted\, Sex and the City and Us\, and When Women Invented Television. She is the cofounder of the “Ministry of Pop Culture” Substack and a former local newspaper reporter. She lives in New Paltz\, New York. She is also the co-host of the American Writers Museum podcast Dead Writer Drama.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/author-talk-parks-and-rec-by-jennifer-keishin-armstrong-in-person/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161559
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: “Parks and Rec” by Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (ONLINE)
DESCRIPTION:Pop culture historian and bestselling author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong (Seinfeldia\, When Women Invented Television) visits the AWM to discuss her new book about the making of a beloved television show. Parks and Rec: The Underdog TV Show That Lit’rally Inspired a Vision for a Better America tells the definitive story of the creation and legacy of Parks and Recreation\, with exclusive interview content from its cast\, crew\, and creators\, as well as an introduction by Nick Offerman. \nThis is the livestream of an in person program at the American Writers Museum. When you register for this event\, you will receive access to the livestream link. If you would like to attend the program in person at the AWM\, get your tickets here. \nMore about Parks and Rec: \nMore than fifteen years after Parks and Recreation premiered\, it has become a streaming and pop culture staple. It’s beloved for its jokes\, characters\, and expressions—the show even created a now widely observed holiday\, Galentine’s Day. How did it all happen and how did the show transform from a ratings disappointment into a cult classic? Pop culture historian Jennifer Keishin Armstrong reveals all this and more in the definitive history of the show\, which is as full of humor\, optimism\, and heart as Parks and Recreation itself. \nThrough new and exclusive interviews\, as well as deep insight and smart and entertaining pop culture analysis\, Armstrong tells the story of how Parks and Recreation came to be: how it grew from The Office’s success and Obama-inspired optimism\, how producers assembled one of TV’s most lovable casts but barely survived a mediocre first season\, how the show found its voice by getting more political and more romantic\, and how it became a cultural force despite middling ratings during its network run\, going on to become a television savior of the Trump era and a modern classic. \nFor fans of the show\, readers who enjoy behind-the-scenes stories\, and everyone who loves a nostalgic deep-dive\, Parks and Rec is an exploration of its legacy as an enduringly lovable modern comedy classic full of optimism and heart. Lovingly told and deeply researched\, Parks and Rec is the ultimate history of the show that taught us what’s important in life: friends\, waffles\, and work. \nPraise for Parks and Rec: \n“A magnificent job of chronicling the unlikely beginnings of the show—the way that Greg Daniels and Mike Schur conceived of the premise and the world\, and then the rag-tag way they put the cast together…You’ll be treated within to all manner of winning anecdotes about the adorable and talented team of champions that made up our cast.”\n—Nick Offerman\, excerpted from the foreword to Parks and Rec \n“Making Parks and Rec was fun\, pure fun\, achieved through joyous collaboration with an incredible collection of writers and actors and creative people. I miss it every day\, and Jennifer Keishin Armstrong’s book is as close as I (or anyone) can get to actually being there\, working and laughing and making something we all loved so much.”\n—Michael Schur\, co-creator of Parks and Recreation \n“Sweet as a plate of JJ’s waffles\, Parks and Rec is a thoughtful celebration of the underdog sitcom that\, for seven seasons\, put an optimistic lens on liberal democracy and small-town life. Full of behind-the-scenes stories from the show’s writers\, cast and crew\, Parks traces the NBC sitcom’s transformation from mid-season misfire to witty\, romantic television classic. A perfect gift for members of the Leslie Knope-o-verse—or anyone searching for a little sunlight in a dark time.”\n—Emily Nussbaum\, staff writer at The New Yorker and author of Cue the Sun! \nNew York Times bestselling author JENNIFER KEISHIN ARMSTRONG has written nine books\, including Seinfeldia\, Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted\, Sex and the City and Us\, and When Women Invented Television. She is the cofounder of the “Ministry of Pop Culture” Substack and a former local newspaper reporter. She lives in New Paltz\, New York. She is also the co-host of the American Writers Museum podcast Dead Writer Drama.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/author-talk-parks-and-rec-by-jennifer-keishin-armstrong-online/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Events
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