Chicago Cultural Alliance

TAKING ROOT: Poetry Event with the Guild Literary Complex
2023-05-20 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | South Asia Institute, 1925 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
In honor of AAPI Month, the South Asia Institute and the Guild Literary Complex bring you TAKING ROOT. This arts event features an exhibition tour, poetry, music, book signing, and more…
Poetry reading moderated by Faisal Mohyuddin, with poets George Abraham, Czaerra Galicinao Ucol, Samina Hadi-Tabassum, and Saba Keramati. Music by Maninder Singh.

Lift Every Voice - Storyteller Showcase
2023-05-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Mandrake Park Recreation Facility, 3858 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Trickster Cultural Center Community Gathering
2023-05-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Trickster Cultural Center, 190 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, 60193, United States

The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective
2023-05-19 20:00 | Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center, 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, 60639, United States
BY José Guzmán Borrero featuring special guest Víctor García
The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective’s upbeat music emulates the Cuban Son ensemble by using the electric guitar instead of the piano. Led by guitarist Jose Guzman, the band embraces traditional repertoire from Puerto Rican and Cuban songbooks, and expands their sonic palette by incorporating modern jazz harmony and melodic angularity.
José Guzmán Borrero – Bandleader, guitarist, composer, arranger
Featuring special guest Víctor García- Trumpeter, composer, arranger

CLASSIC.RELEVANT: Ukrainian Contemporary Art from the Andrii Suprunenko Collection
2023-05-19 - 2023-06-02 | Ukrainian National Museum, 2249 W. Superior St., Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
This exhibit showcases modern classics from one of Ukraine’s best private collections, demonstrating the multidimensionality and deep intuition of Ukrainian modernist style.

SOUL REMEDY, ROOT, & CULTURE LOOP
2023-05-18 19:30 | Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center, 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, 60639, United States
Our annual collaboration with Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre brings their newest work to SRBCC. Our audience will enjoy $10 tickets while supplies last, using code “RUIZ”.
SOUL REMEDY – May 18 – An energetic and joyful exploration of the Aesthetic of the Cool, a culturally specific phenomenon rooted in the Black American experience; a celebration of jazz and Black excellence without appropriation
Alongside SOUL REMEDY, we will feature ROOT and CULTURE LOOP, two other recent works by choreographer Monique Haley, that audiences have enjoyed for the past few years – made new each season by the dancers in our company.
Food and beverage available for sale at this event.

A Passport to Haiti: Konpa Sware and Flag Day Celebration
2023-05-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Room 43, 1039-1041 E. 43rd St, Chicago, IL, 60653, United States
Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) in A Passport to Haiti! A Passport to Haiti is a four-event program spanning over several months that focuses on the cuisine, movement, culture, and art of Haiti. This event focuses on Konpa Sware, the dance and music style traditional to Haiti. This event is to be held on May 18th, which is Haitian Flag Day.
In this Passport event, guests will be able to immerse themselves in Haitian culture by interacting through dance and music. Guests will also learn about the history of the flag. This event is appropriate for all ages and skill levels.
Konpa Sware is a recurring event on the third Thursday of the month, but this is the only Konpa event that is free for the public, so register today! Please note that this event is held at Room43 at 1039-1041 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60653.
In addition to the 50 tickets here, we are accepting walk-in guests until maximum capacity is reached.

The Trial of Socrates and the Limits of Justice: A Special NHM Discussions
2023-05-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
The Trial of Socrates is one of history’s most famous legal battles. Often portrayed as a simple tale about the injustice visited on one man who dared to ask questions, there is much more to the story. In this special NHM Discussion, we will re-examine the trial of Socrates and ask if ancient Greece’s most famous philosopher did more than just ask a few uncomfortable questions.

The 43rd Gwangju Uprising Commemoration
2023-05-18 19:00 | IL, United States
This year marks the 43rd anniversary of the Gwangju Uprising. This event is being organized to remember the spirit of Gwangju and provide a critical analysis of the everyday people who fought against the state-sponsored violence. The event will include a presentation from Hayana Kim, PhD, a local Gwangju Scholar, a response from a community leader, and Q&A session.

Cranes and Cocktails – JASC Annual Spring Fundraiser
2023-05-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Artifact Events, 4325 North Ravenswood Ave,, Chicago, IL, 60613, United States
Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of 2022 and look forward to new endeavors in 2023! Enjoy an evening of sushi, heavy appetizers, desserts, and a variety of drinks sure to please all palates.
The evening’s festivities will raise funds for supporting JASC’s capacity to provide important social services and educational opportunities for all ages while preserving and sharing Japanese American history and culture with our Legacy Center.

Awi’nakola: Regenerating Land and Culture
2023-05-17 11:30 | Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society, 5701 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
“Awi’nakola” (ah-weet-nah-kyo-lah) means “We are one with the land and the sea.” It is also the name for a foundation started by a group of Indigenous knowledge keepers, scientists, and artists working together to find effective responses to the climate crisis and to educate others through the process.
Join us for an introduction to Awi’nakola’s work in British Columbia from founder Rande Cook, artist and hereditary chief of the Ma’amtagila First Nation, followed by lunch and small-group conversation at which we will ask, How does the notion of “regenerating land and culture” resonate in Chicago? To close, Lindsay Delaronde (Kanienke’haka) will lead a social dance.
This program is part of the Awi’nakola artists’ week-long visit to Chicago to connect, share ideas, and plant seeds toward future collaborations. The Awi’nakola art team consists of artists Rande Cook (Ma’amtagila), Lindsay Delaronde (Kanienke’haka), Kelly Richardson, and Paul Walde—all based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia—and Chicago-based curator Stephanie Smith.
Co-sponsored by the University of Chicago’s Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry; Office of the Provost; Department of Race, Diaspora, and Indigeneity; and Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society; and by the Center for Native Futures. Additional support for the Awi’nakola artists’ visit is provided by the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Watershed: Art + Ecology.

Freestyle Art
2023-05-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-05-09 13:00 - 15:00 | The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Join us for Mental Health Awareness Month to doodle, color, and re-create your interpretation of our artworks. We welcome you to come and express yourself through art.

Introduction to Needle Lace-making Workshop
2023-05-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
In this workshop you will make your own lace ornament using traditional Chinese methods. The instructor will give a presentation of the brief history of Xiaoshan Lace, and give several needle lace-making demos. Participants will practice based on demos to make an ornament during the workshop time. The fee is $15, Members $10.
Session Breakdown（115-120mins）:
(1) Introduction, 5 minutes
Introducing the artist Rivers, Museum and workshop assistant.

(2) Part one , 20 minutes:
Give a presentation of the history of Xiaoshan lace.
Question: Who are the people making lace in Xiaoshan? How do they make this? What is the
physical (body) value of a lacemaker？How do we evaluate the damage to the body in the
process of lace-making？The body is the carrier of knowledge and technology of lacemakers
in Xiaoshan, and how & why should we protect, maintain and preserve this knowledge?

(3) Part Two: 10 minutes:
Present the samples of stitches
Talk about the steps of stitches (4 steps sample work showing)
Show different types of stitches (Pics)
Show sample of a bookmark

(4) Break, 10 minutes:

(5) Part three, 65 minutes:
Explanation of required materials
Practice: step-by-step explanation and guidance to make each stitch
Individual tips and questions will be answered by the artist and workshop assistant.

(6) Part four, 10 minutes:
View final works
Discuss what the participants think about the production process and how they feel
physically and mentally during the process.

Lecture: Introduction to Collecting Traditional Chinese Art(mandarin普通话）
2023-05-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
本次讲座将介绍中国传统艺术品的收藏，并为那些对收藏中国传统艺术感兴趣的人提供有价值的见解。
我们的讲座导师是张艺琼 Flora Zhang，Hindman拍卖行亚洲部专家，专长中国书画及收藏史，曾经手卢芹斋图书馆旧藏、袁世凯家族藏画等重要收藏。凭借她在亚洲艺术领域的丰富经验，她将分享她的知识和专业知识，帮助参与者更好地了解中国艺术及其文化意义。
在本次讲座中，我们将涵盖与中国传统艺术品收藏相关的各种主题，包括不同艺术形式的鉴定、艺术品的评估以及文化和历史背景的理解。参与者还将了解中国艺术市场的最新趋势，并获得有关如何开始或扩展自己收藏的实用建议。
无论您是初学者还是经验丰富的艺术爱好者，本次研讨会都将为那些对收藏中国传统艺术感兴趣的人提供有价值的见解和资源。加入我们，探索这种迷人艺术形式的美和文化丰富性。

亚洲传统艺术博物馆的入口位于第35街西侧。乘电梯到三楼，向右转到博物馆接待台。无障碍和标准厕所位于同一楼层。免费停车位可通过第35街西侧进入，靠近博物馆。电子邮件联系方式为info@heritageasianart.org，电话联系方式为312-842-8884。烦请点击预约按钮预约此次课程。
入场券 : $5 , 会员

Music and Poetry of South Asia
2023-05-13 14:00 - 21:00 | The Kehrein Center For The Arts, 5628 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60644, 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 popular ancient pieces by mature and youthful artists expressing the emotions of the times we live in!
Coming to Chicagoland Free & Open to the Public Courtesy of DCASE Chicago Presents: A variety of performers and performances will showcase their many skills.
Enjoy a delicious Indian food selection for purchase.
Tickets to performances are free, Llimited Seating, Register!
We are striving to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please be aware that our efforts are ongoing. For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation, please contact mordion@kalapriya.org or call 312-436-2789. Requests should be made as early as possible prior to the event.

Lecture: Intro to Understanding and Collecting Traditional Chinese Art
2023-05-13 13:30 - 15:00 | Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
This Lecture will introduce the world of Chinese art and provide valuable insight for those interested in collecting Chinese heritage art. Our instructor for this workshop is Annie Wu, Vice President and Senior Specialist in Asian Works of Art at Hindman Auction House. With her extensive experience in Asian art, she will share her knowledge and expertise to help participants better understand Chinese art and its cultural significance. In this workshop, we will cover various topics related to the collection of Chinese heritage art, including identifying different art forms, evaluating artwork, and understanding cultural and historical contexts. Participants will also learn about the current trends in the Chinese art market and receive practical advice on starting or expanding their collections. Whether you are a novice collector or a seasoned art enthusiast, this workshop will provide valuable insights and resources for those interested in collecting Chinese heritage art. Join us and discover this fascinating art form’s beauty and cultural richness.

Mapping Black Archives: A Collage Workshop with Alexandra Antoine
2023-05-13 13:00 - 16:00 | South Side Community Art Center, 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60653, United States
The South Side Community Art Center, in collaboration with Mural Arts presents Mapping Black Archives, a collage workshop hosted by Alexandra Antoine, with Andrea Yarbrough. This is an invitation to explore Black archives through collage using maps, magazines, ephemera, and photos of black women as source material. The final works will be markers, honoring Black women cultural workers. Each marker is reserved space in Yarbrough’s forthcoming installation, Collective Steps, an homage to the scores of Black women committed to sustaining the South Side Community Arts Center.
All materials will be supplied, however participants are welcome to bring personal ephemera to be included. This event is open to all ages, and is intended as a moment of connection so partners (mother/daughter, sisters, friends, etc.) are encouraged to attend together.
Please keep the following in mind ahead of your attendance:

You are encouraged to bring your own images/ephemera/materials (no paint)
Images/materials for participants to use will be available
Partners encouraged (mother/daughter, sisters, friend, etc.)

Free Docent Led Tour
2023-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
At the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (NMPRAC), we recognize the healing power of art, which is why we prioritize keeping our exhibitions and museum free and accessible to all. Studies have demonstrated the positive effects of visiting art museums on one’s mental health.
As we highlight Mental Health Awareness Month, we would like to invite you to our Museum, a safe space to get inspired, learn more, and recharge.
We invite you to our free docent-led tour on Saturday, May 13th, from 11:00-12:00 pm
In addition, we are hosting “Freestyle Art” sessions. Join us on Tuesday, May 9th, Tuesday, or May 16th, anytime between 1 pm – 3 pm, and Saturday, May 27th, from 11 am – 1 pm. We’ll provide everything you need, from mixed-media paper to watercolors, colored pencils, and drawing pencils, so you can doodle, color, and re-create your interpretation of any of our incredible works of art. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a first-time doodler, we welcome you to come and express yourself through art.
We hope to see you soon! To learn more, read HERE.
Veronica Ocasio, Director of Education and Programming

Temporary Protected Status: Haitian Designation
2023-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Haitian American Museum of Chicago, 4410 N Clark St, Chicago, 60640, United States
This workshop is specifically for the recent Temporary Protected Status designation for Haiti.
The Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) is one of 11 agencies in Chicago that can provide educational presentations and resources on things such as Know-Your-Rights and the Unauthorized Practice of Law. Additionally, HAMOC can provide referalls for undocumented and immigrant individuals to NIJC for legal immigration services such as DACA renewals, adjustment of status, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Registration is preferred, but walk ins will be welcome.

Kulturküche: Bier-Rettich Class
2023-05-12 19:00 - 20:30 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Radishes, not just for Oktoberfest……….
While radishes have roots beyond Southern Germany, Oktoberfest has inspired many to try white German “Bier-rettich”.
Ron Eberle grew up in Lincoln Square and attended St. Matthias School. Son of a German immigrant from Bavaria. He was first introduced to spiraled white radishes by his Opa during visits to America in the 1970s. Since that first introduction in the backyard of his childhood home on Hamilton Street, Ron has shared his family’s recipe for preparing white radishes with many friends, always to the same delight and surprise. Come learn how to make this salad garnish the main event for a refreshing snack with a beer and pretzel.
Fee: We are pleased to offer a discounted rate for Friends of the DANK Haus (What’s this?)

Bento Box Flower Arranging Workshop
2023-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Japanese American Service Committee, 4427 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, 60640, United States
Flower Arranging Workshop In Person at JASC !
Spark your imagination into action with spring blossoms and create your own “Bento Box” flower arrangement with instructor Mrs. Yuko Inoue Darcy of the Ohara School of Ikebana. This special square shaped arrangement looks like a Bento Box (a Japanese lunch box). Just in time for Mother’s Day and other May celebrations. Take home your beautiful arrangement after the workshop. Come early at 5:30 pm for a pre-workshop tea time mixer before the workshop starts at 6 pm.
All flowers and materials needed for the workshop are included in the class fee.
Please park on nearby side streets for free or use the metered parking on Clark Street. The JASC parking lot is not available on the evening of May 12.
Cost of Workshop:
JASC Members: $60.00
Non- Members: $65.00
Bring a Friend Discount:
$110 (JASC Members) $120 (Non-Members) when you register two people at the same time.
Registration closes May 9, 2023 at 5 p.m.
Friday, May 12, 2023 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
JASC, 4427 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640
Register HERE.

Celebremos el Dia de las Madres
2023-05-12 17:30 | Casa Michoacán, 1638 S. Blue Island, Chicago, IL, 60608, United States
Cordial invitación de Casa Michoacán DuPage a Celebrar en grande el ¡Dia de las Madres!!

A todas las familias nos vemos el próximo viernes en Casa Michoacán Dupage 900 E. Roosevelt Rd West Chicago IL 60185 a partir de las 5:30 p.m.

Tendremos la participación de dos reconocidos artistas, Xitlali García, y Juan Diego Rojas, antojitos mexicanos (si quieren traer un platillo para compartir será bienvenido), rifas y DJ para bailar.

Casa Michoacan la Casa de Tod@s

Abriendo Fronteras, Uniendo Comunidades!!

Asian Night Market
2023-05-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Oakton College, 1600 Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL, 60016, United States
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Asian Night Market ft. Chicago’s up and coming AAPI owned small businesses

Arnošt Lustig & projekt Mladí HUMAN-isté
2023-05-11 13:00 - 14:00 | IL, United States
Nadační fond Arnošta Lustiga a Česká škola T. G. Masaryka srdečně zvou na online seminář ARNOŠT LUSTIG & PROJEKT MLADÍ HUMAN-ISTÉ.
V rámci mezinárodní literární soutěže Mladí HUMAN-isté připravil Nadační fond Arnošta Lustiga metodiku a pracovní listy pro pedagogy s tematikou tvorby a osobnosti spisovatele, novináře a přeživšího holocaustu Arnošta Lustiga. Představíme vám osobnost Arnošta Lustiga v souvislostech významných okamžiků československých dějin (1938, 1948, 1968 a 1989). Následně se budeme věnovat literární tvorbě na téma „Válka a děti“ v souvislostech s odvahou a humanismem, jejichž poselství nacházíme v textech i v současném kontextu.
Seminář uvede:
Eva Lustigová – spoluzakladatelka a ředitelka Nadačního fondu Arnošta Lustiga
Lektorka:
Mgr. Andrea Wendlíková
Doba trvání:
60-90 minut
PŘIHLÁŠKY: https://forms.gle/5by6RZ7a5258iNcj8 nebo na kristyna@czechschoolchicago.org
Registrace účastníků je nutná, seminář je zdarma.
ČTVRTEK 11. května 2023, 13:00 – 14:00 (CST)

Tragedy, Comedy, and Democracy at Ancient Athens
2023-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
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The theater, both comedy and tragedy, began in Ancient Athens as part of the festival in honor of the god Dionysus. But theater also played an important role within Athenian democracy, a place where the city’s troubles and conflicts could be played out at a safe distance. Learn more about the connection between theater and democracy in Ancient Athens in this NHM Discussion.

Demotic, Kathourevousa, and the Making of Greek Nation
2023-05-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
The debate as to whether Demotic (the spoken language of ordinary people) or Katharevousa (a cultivated recreation of Ancient Greek) should be the official language of Greece was a major political and cultural issue throughout the 19th and 20th century. A question of identity, class, and history, the language question has much to tell us about Greece, the Greek people, and the weight of history. This NHM Discussion explores what the debate over the official language of Greece tells us about the past and future of Greece.

On-Site Film & Discussion: “Stranger At The Gate”
2023-05-09 18:00 | Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL, 60077, United States
After 25 years of service in Iraq and Afghanistan, U.S. Marine Richard “Mac” McKinney returned home to Muncie, Indiana, with an all-consuming hatred toward the people he had been fighting overseas. McKinney decided to bomb the local mosque, but when he came face-to-face with a welcoming community, his plans – and his life – took an unexpected turn.
Gather at the Museum for a screening of the 2023 Academy Award-nominated documentary Stranger at the Gate, which follows the story of Mac McKinney and the community he encountered. The film will be followed by a discussion between the film’s leading subjects, Richard “Mac” McKinney, and Bibi Bahrami, as well as the film’s director, Josh Seftel. The panel will be moderated by Michael Gray, Partner at Jones Day, and Member of Illinois Holocaust Museum’s Board of Directors.
This powerful true story of humanity, forgiveness, and redemption is not to be missed.
Part of the Jones Day Foundation Community Series, a special series of events focused on confronting antisemitism and hatred in all its forms.

ReFramed and ReCovered: A Conversation with the Curators
2023-05-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
This intimate event brings co-curators for ReFramed and ReCovered into conversation around the many benefits that trees impart to cities. Learn about the vision and themes of these complementary exhibits and join the curators for a gallery tour.
This program is $15 for admission and $7 for CAC Members.
In “ReCovered: Chicago’s Urban Tree Canopy” we consider the many benefits of lining our streets with trees. This immersive exhibit connects people to an element of nature we are inherently drawn to but often ignore as integral to the livability of cities and resilience of neighborhoods. Through the exhibit’s interactivity, we can sense how trees serve to soften the hard edges of our built surroundings.
The companion exhibit, “ReFramed: The Future of Cities in Wood,” transitions from horizontal, protective cover to a soaring vertical space, introducing visitors to a very different function for trees in the city: buildings constructed from mass timber, a new structural material which holds great promise for sustainable development and breathtaking design.
Hear from Ryan Gann and Ian Spula, co-curators on ReCovered and ReFramed, respectively. The conversation will be moderated by CAC’s Director of Exhibitions, Eve Fineman.
At the conclusion of the program, attendees are invited to tour both exhibitions with the curators.

Police Accountability
2023-05-08 16:30 - 18:30 | HANA Center, 4300 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
