Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
2026-01-31 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-07 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-14 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-21 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-28 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-03-07 10:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
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.
Join us! We provide the art supplies, and you bring your creativity.

Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
2026-01-31 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-02-07 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-02-14 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-02-21 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-02-28 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-03-07 13:15 - 14:15 | Kalapriya Studio, 2101 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, United States
Weekly Saturdays
1:15 – 2:15 PM
Harini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja
Kannan, 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
rhythmic patterns or Jathis.
Class focus: execution, technique, creativity, retention

Black History Month
2026-02-01 - 2026-03-01

The exhibition “The Dear Road”
2026-02-06 07:00 - 21:30 | Ukrainian National Museum, 2249 W. Superior St., Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
The exhibition “The Dear Road” explores the symbolic meaning of roads as metaphors for life’s journey — from childhood to adulthood, through joy, struggle, love, and discovery. Among all life’s paths, the road home stands as the most sacred, representing warmth, belonging, and love. Today, for Ukrainians, this symbolism takes on a deeper resonance as they fight for the ultimate road — the path to peace, freedom, and the preservation of their homeland. The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own life journeys, the roads that have shaped them, and the ones that lead them home.
The exhibition will be presented by Krystyna Berehovska, director of the ZENYK ART GALLERY ( Lviv, Ukraine ) and curator of this exhibit.

Date: February 6, Friday at 7:00 pmLocation: UNM, 2249 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60612

Kino, Kaffee und Kuchen
2026-02-07 10:30, 2026-02-14 10:30, 2026-02-21 10:30, 2026-02-28 10:30, 2026-03-07 10:30 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
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Saturday, January 06, 2024
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DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor

KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN
Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206
10:30 – 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen
11:00 – 12:00 PM | Vorfilm
12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins

Join 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
DANK Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7

Teezeit | Tea Tasting 101
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Slow down and savor the art of tea at Teezeit – Tea Tasting 101, an introductory tea experience hosted in partnership with the Chicago Tea House.
Set in the Skyline Lounge, this guided tasting invites you to explore the rich history of tea, from cultivation and processing to the diverse types enjoyed around the world. Guests will be led through a curated tasting of four distinct teas, learning how origin, technique, and tradition shape each cup.
The afternoon concludes with cake, offering the perfect pairing to round out this cozy and informative experience.

Get Lit: Rom Com Night
2026-02-10 17:30 - 19:30 | American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Celebrate all things charming, hilarious, and heart-fluttering at Get Lit: Rom-Com Night as we bring the world of romantic comedies to life.

Test your knowledge of rom-com films in our Meet Cute Trivia Challenge.
Meet with our friends from the Last Chapter Book Shop, Chicago’s first & only romance bookstore.
Unwrap your next read at the Blind Date with a Book station.
Design your own tote bag with your favorite rom-com quotes and drawings.
Get a custom poem from our friends at Poems While You Wait inspired by your favorite stories of love.
Enjoy beer, wine, and the night’s specialty cocktail, THE FIRST KISS. Non-alcoholic options are available as well.

Whether you’re coming with a partner, your best friends, or treating yourself to a cozy night out, this joyful evening promises nostalgia, laughter, and plenty of classic rom-com sparkle.

This is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.
Get Lit is your way to enjoy evenings in the Loop. Meet friends and fellow book nerds for an early evening treat. Each month, the AWM serves drinks, games, special experiences, and fun activities to get you lit! Funds raised at this event go towards the AWM’s Write In Youth Education Program, which serves middle and high school students from under-resourced schools. See our other upcoming GET LIT events here.

Neighborhood Nights
2026-02-12 19:00 - 23:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Date:
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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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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 – Brauhaus Room (2nd floor)
Summer/Fall months – Skyline Lounge/Terrace (6th floor)
Subject to change. Be sure to check elevator signs when arriving!

Haitian Heritage Month Konpa Sware
2026-02-19 19:00 - 23:00
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!
FEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ Frantz!
This is a recurring event on the Third Thursday of each month. Keep an eye out for future event registration!
* TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR*

3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
2026-02-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
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.
This 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.
About the Tour –
Learn 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.
Please note tours may be canceled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.
About the project –
IF 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.
If The Sky Could Dream is supported, in part, by a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant
About Irene Hsiao
Irene 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.
Accessibility
The 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.
If you have any programming questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with info@heritageasianart.org or 312-842-8884.

Karaoke Abend Stammtisch
2026-02-20 19:00 - 23:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Join us at the DANK Haus for a lively Karaoke Abend Stammtisch—where your favorite German Schlager meets classic English hits! Whether you’re channeling your inner Helene Fischer or belting out Bon Jovi, this is your moment to shine.
Our Stammtisch tradition is all about community, conversation, and Gemütlichkeit—now with a fun karaoke twist! Come for the music, stay for the good vibes, and connect with fellow language lovers and singers.
Whether you’re a karaoke pro or just want to cheer on your friends, everyone’s welcome. Let’s make some noise—auf Deutsch or in English!

Stammtisch Open Haus, Every 3rd Friday
2026-02-20 19:30 - 2026-02-21 00:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
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!
Theme TBD
Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Free parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Western and Gunnison

Meet the Beatles in Hamburg | In-Person Presentation
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:30 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Join us in reliving the “Hamburg Days” of three working class lads from Liverpool, who spent many a “hard days night” in seedy night clubs all along the notorious Reeperbahn between 1960 and 1962, playing American rock ‘n roll to some of the toughest crowds in all of Europe.
John Lennon once remarked, “I may have been raised in Liverpool, but I grew up in Hamburg.” Sentiments also attested by bandmates Paul and George.
An experience which made them as a band before returning to England and a recording contract. In time, setting off a global revolution not only in music and fashion but in raising a “peace and love” consciousness the world over.
It was the Beatles who would significantly influence the decade known as the “Sixties”, and it all began in Hamburg–where they also met another Liverpudlian named Ringo!

Neighborhood Nights
2026-02-26 19:00 - 23:00

Get Lit: Grown-Up Book Fair
2026-03-10 17:30 - 19:30 | American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
The best night of the year is back: Grown-Up Book Fair! With books for sale, games to play, and drinks to drink… cheers!

Indulge your literary impulses at Get Lit: Grown-Up Book Fair! Mix and mingle with fellow bookworms, share your favorite titles, and discover new ones. From cozy mysteries to epic adventures, there’s something for every reader to discover and enjoy! Vendors and tabling partners to be announced!
Interested in joining us? Email general@americanwritersmuseum.org to pitch your bookstore or literary non-profit to join in the fun!
Get Lit is your way to enjoy evenings in the Loop. Meet friends and fellow book nerds for an early evening treat. Each month, the AWM serves drinks, games, special experiences, and fun activities to get you lit! Funds raised at this event go towards the AWM’s Write In Youth Education Program, which serves middle and high school students from under-resourced schools. See our other upcoming GET LIT events here.

This is 21+ event. Attendees must show a valid photo ID at the door to enter.

American Prophets Workshop: Writing Religion with Andrew Krivák By American Writers Museum Follow
2026-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | American Writers Museum, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
A generative, first-person writing workshop about religion, spirituality, and faith with National Book Award finalist Andrew Krivák (The Sojourn, The Bear). Co-presented by StoryStudio Chicago.
This is the second writing workshop presented in conjunction with American Prophets: Writers, Religion, and Culture, a powerful new exhibit that takes you on the ultimate exploration through spirituality and storytelling. American Prophets is supported by a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Religion and Cultural Institutions Initiative.
More about the workshop from Andrew Krivák:
This workshop is intended for students who are interested in writing longer form narratives from the first-person point of view. The “I” at the center of any writing poses a perspective that is all at once imaginatively powerful and narratively problematic, uniquely insightful and necessarily unreliable.
What I hope to suggest in the two hours we’ll be together is that writing in the first-person point of view is primarily—and most interestingly—a means toward salvation, which is to say, a kind of healing (from the Greek sozo). Thus, we’ll consider the question of not simply why do writers write in the first-person but why do you want to write in the first-person? Students ought to be working on, or have in mind, a piece of writing they want to tell in the first-person. The workshop aspect of the two hours will consist of drafting and honing first paragraphs.
I would also like to ask students to have read, or be familiar with, one of four novels: A River Runs Through It, by Norman Maclean; Austerlitz, by W.G. Sebald; Gilead, by Marilynne Robinson; and Lost Children Archive, by Valeria Luiselli. Of course, any favorite novel in the first-person brought up in the discussion will be welcome.

ANDREW KRIVÁK is the author of five novels, two chapbooks of poetry, and two works of nonfiction. His 2011 debut novel, The Sojourn, was a National Book Award finalist and winner of both the Dayton Literary Peace Prize for fiction and the inaugural Chautauqua Prize. He followed The Sojourn with The Signal Flame, set in fictional Dardan, Pennsylvania. His third novel, The Bear, received the Banff Mountain Book Prize for fiction, the Massachusetts Book Award, and was a four-year National Endowment for the Arts Big Read title. Like the Appearance of Horses, released in 2023, returned to the characters and landscape of Dardan, Pennsylvania and was a Library Journal selection for “Best Literary Fiction of 2023.” His fifth novel, Mule Boy, will be released February 24, 2026.
As a poet, Andrew has published the short collections Islands, and Ghosts of the Monadnock Wolves, and in 2025 received the Moth Poetry Prize. He is also author of the memoir A Long Retreat: In Search of a Religious Life, and editor of The Letters of William Carlos Williams to Edgar Irving Williams, 1902-1912, which won the Louis Martz Prize for scholarly research on William Carlos Williams. He holds a BA from St. John’s College, Annapolis; an MFA in poetry from Columbia University; an MA in philosophy from Fordham; and a PhD in literary modernism from Rutgers.
Currently, Andrew is a discussion facilitator with the New Hampshire Department of Corrections Family Connections Center, and a Visiting Lecturer on English at Harvard. He lives with his wife and three children in Somerville, Massachusetts, and Jaffrey, New Hampshire.
StoryStudio Chicago is a nonprofit literary arts organization focused on building a writing community. They offer more than 200 online and in-person creative writing classes and events each year, which include everything from single-session classes focused on one aspect of craft to multi-session weekly classes to full year-long programs. They nurture writers of all ages and all skill levels, and their programming covers all genres, from short stories and novels, to creative nonfiction like memoirs and essays to poetry, screenwriting, satire, and just about anything you can imagine.
