Chicago Cultural Alliance

Kino, Kaffee und Kuchen
2024-08-03 10:30, 2024-08-10 10:30 (America/Chicago) | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Date:
Start
Saturday, January 06, 2024
Time:
Location:
Location
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

Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
2024-08-03 10:30 - 14:30, 2024-08-10 10:30 - 14:30 | IL
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.

FREE Guided Tours at the National Hellenic Museum
2024-08-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-10 11:00 - 15:00 | National Hellenic Museum, 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum’s rich exhibitions and artifacts.

Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
2024-08-03 13:15 - 14:15, 2024-08-10 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

Artecito Virtual
2024-08-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
Artecito es un proyecto criado por OPEN Center for the Arts y Lincoln Park Zoo para explorar diferentes temas de la naturaleza y conservación del medio ambiente a través de las artes

Neighborhood Nights
2024-08-08 19:00 - 23:00 | DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, 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 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!

Teacher Appreciation Month at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
2024-08-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-14 10:00 - 17:00 | LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago, 601 N Martingale Road Suite 130, Schaumburg, IL 60173, 601 N Martingale Road Suite 130, Schaumburg, 60173
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago!
This August, we’re honoring the incredible dedication and hard work of educators with a SUPER-MEGA-AWESOME offer just for them! Teachers will enjoy a FREE general admission ticket to our exciting attractions, and up to 4 additional friends or family members can join the fun with a $5 discount on their tickets. Children under 2 visit free! Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity! Remember, all adults must have a child in their party for entry, and proof of teacher employment (such as an ID badge or school ID) is required. Tickets are limited and should be booked online in advance. Join us from August 1 – 31, 2024, and make this Teacher Appreciation Month one to remember!

November Stammtisch Open Haus
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date:
When
Friday, November 15, 2024
Time:
7:30 PM – 11:59 PM
Location:
Location
DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge & Terrace

November
Stammtisch Open Haus
6th Floor Skyline Lounge
Friday | September 20 | 7:30 PM

Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little GemÃ¼tlichkeit 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

NOITP: Through Fish Eyes at Berger Park
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: Friday, September 13, 2024
Time:
5:30 PM
6:30 PM

NOITP: Through Fish Eyes at the South Shore Cultural Center
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time:
5:30 PM
6:30 PM

Deepavali: A Celebration of Lights
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time:
5:00 PM
7:00 PM
Location:
Chicago Women’s Park & Garden
1801 South Indiana Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60616
United States
(map)

NOITP: Through Fish Eyes at the Eleanor Boathouse
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: Monday, September 9, 2024
Time:
5:30 PM
7:00 PM

NOITP: Through Fish Eyes at Clark Park
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
Time: 3:40 PM

Weihnachtsmarkt 2024
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date:
When
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Time:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location:
Location
DANK Haus Ballroom, 5th Floor

Come join us for a warm indoor Weihnachtsmarkt with German-inspired Christmas shopping, GlÃ¼hwein, food, music and more!
Our Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market) takes place on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. We will have German food and drink for sale as you stroll through rows of festive stands. This is a great holiday event for families and children of all ages. Our Haus will be decorated in beautiful holiday splendor, a perfect back drop for your own cherished memories.
Bring your youngest children for a special visit with Santa in our ballroom. Admission to the market will be a suggested $5 donation at the door. All proceeds from the event will support cultural and educational programming at the DANK Haus.
Doors Open – 11:00 AM with Shopping, Food & Drinks until 5:00 PM
Interested in being a vendor? Submit the vendor application by following the link below:
Apply to be a vendor
Visit the DANK Haus at 4740 N. Western Ave. Chicago IL, located just one block west of the Western Brown Line for all of your Christmas cheer!
Questions? Contact samantha@dankhaus.com

Oktoberfest Stammtisch Open Haus
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date:
When
Friday, October 18, 2024
Time:
7:30 PM – 11:59 PM
Location:
Location
DANK Haus Marunde Ballroom, 5th Floor

Open Haus Oktoberfest
Stammtisch
5th Floor Marunde Ballroom
Friday, October 18th
7:30-11:00 PM
Cap off your Oktoberfest season at the best fest in town! Our indoor Oktoberfest features live music from Paloma Band of Chicago and authentic German food and drinks! Attendees will enjoy plenty of yodeling, dancing, and pretzel eating starting at 7:30 PM.
Our historic Marunde Ballroom, located on the 5th floor, will be decorated in traditional festival style and our signature vintage bar will feature imported German Spaten Oktoberfest, WÃ¼rzburger and local Festzelt Oktoberfest beers on tap. Come hungry and enjoy ThÃ¼ringer, Bratwurst, LeberkÃ¤se, potato salad, sauerkraut, pretzels and LandjÃ¤ger!

Guests can enter our famous “Stein Holding Contest” and dance to the music of Paloma Band of Chicago. Come wearing your finest Dirndl and Lederhosen to the Oktoberfest of the Season at the DANK Haus!
$5 Donation at the door
Snacks & Drinks for purchase
Doors open at 7:30 PM
Online RSVP is not required, but greatly appreciated. This helps us get an idea of how many people will be attending and helps us to plan accordingly. Walk-ins are always accepted at our Open Haus events!
Free parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Western and Gunnison

September Stammtisch Open Haus
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date:
When
Friday, September 20, 2024
Time:
7:30 PM – 11:59 PM
Location:
Location
DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge & Terrace

September
Stammtisch Open Haus
6th Floor Skyline Lounge
Friday | September 20 | 7:30 PM

Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little GemÃ¼tlichkeit 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

August Stammtisch Open Haus
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date:
When
Friday, August 16, 2024
Time:
7:30 PM – 11:59 PM
Location:
Location
DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge & Terrace

August
Stammtisch Open Haus
6th Floor Skyline Lounge
Friday | August 16 | 7:30 PM

Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little GemÃ¼tlichkeit 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

November Free Day
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: 2024-11-27
Location:
3001 Central Street
Evanston,
IL
60201
United States

Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.

47th Annual Benefit
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: 2024-11-16
Location:
619 Howard Street
Evanston,
IL
60202
United States

You’re Invited to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
47th Annual Benefit

Indigenous Peoples? Day
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: 2024-10-14
Location:
3001 Central Street
Evanston,
IL
60201
United States

Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the culture and history of Native people past, present, and future. Join us at the Mitchell Museum to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of Indigenous cultures with FREE admission to the museum all day. Bring your friends and your family to enrich your understanding of Indigenous histories and cultures and enjoy guided craft activities.
Full schedule of events coming soon!

August Free Day
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: 2024-08-14
Location:
3001 Central Street
Evanston,
IL
60201
United States

Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.

Family Day 2024
2024-08-13 00:00 | IL
Date: 2024-09-07
Location:
3001 Central Street
Evanston,
IL
60201
United States

Join us for an afternoon of family crafts, storytelling, native food, shop at our Artists Alley, enjoy live music, and so much more!

Throughout the event you can visit info booths to learn more about other incredible work being done by our partnering organizations. Visit our Artists Alley to shop at a handful of Native artists booths, and stick around to purchase some Native American foods, enjoy live music, and visit our ongoing exhibits. This event will have something for everyone. Limited parking is available along Central Street and the parking lot behind the museum.

Stay tuned for the schedule of events for the day, check back for the latest updates!

179th Annual Saint Andrew?s Day Gala ? the ?Feast of the Haggis? ? Save the Date
2024-08-14 00:00 | IL
Date: November 30
Location:
17 E. Monroe Street
Chicago,
IL
60603
United States

Join us at the iconic Palmer House for Chicago’s longest running black tie gala when Chicago Scots honor Scottish historian and economist Niall Ferguson as the 2024 Distinguished Citizen. Ferguson is the Milbank Family Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University, and a senior faculty fellow for the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard. He is author of 16 books including The Ascent of Money, Doom: The Politics of Catastrophe and Kissinger, 1923-1968. Questions? Contact dawnmiller@thechicagoscots.org

Scottish Genealogy Group
2024-08-14 00:00 | IL
Date: October 26 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location:
2800 Des Plaines Avenue
North Riverside,
IL
60546
United States
