Haitians Speak
2023-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Haitian American Museum of Chicago, 4410 N Clark St, Chicago, 60640, United States
HAMOC is publishing a book! Join us as we unveil our book, available 1/1/2025! Want to be a part of the book? Bring your original images to the event.

Kéyah: Paintings and Photographs of Home Opening Reception
2023-08-19 - 2023-11-17 | American Indian Center, 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
The American Indian Center is excited to host Diné artist Fleurette Estes and her exhibit, “Kéyah: Paintings and Photographs of Home,” in their Gallery!

"Gravity" by Tom Torluemke
2023-08-19 - 2023-10-21 | Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Tom Torluemke’ landscape and portrait paintings ask the question: as social and civic unrest become more contentious, how can people help each other and the environment?

Lawndale Peace Party #2
2023-08-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Douglass Park, 2950 W 19th St, Chicago, IL, United States
The LAWNDALE Peace Party #2 is a free event for a day full of Art, music, food, and mini golf!

Scandinavian Dance Evening
2023-08-19 19:30 - 23:00 | Swedish American Museum, 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60640, United States
This year we will ease back into dancing at a dance workshop. All experience levels are welcome to this free evening of Scandinavian Dance held by Linda and Paul.

Soup Jomou Book Signing
2023-08-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Haitian American Museum of Chicago, 4410 N Clark St, Chicago, 60640, United States
Join HAMOC to celebrate the launch of the second edition of this historical, intergenerational coloring book by artist Luis Limardo.

Tai Chi Workshop
2023-08-20 14:00 - 15:30 | 3500 S Morgan Street, 3500 S Morgan St 3F, Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
Learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi, combining gentle movements, deep breathing, and focused intention to promote relaxation, balance, and inner harmony.

The Power of Oral Histories: Remembering and Recording Everyday Voices
2023-08-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Haitian American Museum of Chicago, 4410 N Clark St, Chicago, 60640, United States
Creator of HAMOC’s Oral History Collection, Dr. Courtney Joseph will discuss the methodology and importance of oral histories. PLUS, she will unveil HAMOC’s new Oral History website!

C.P. Cavafy: The Greek Diaspora's Poet Laureate
2023-08-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
Join National Hellenic Museum for an immersive journey into the captivating world of C.P. Cavafy, arguably the greatest Greek poet of the 20th century.

The Other Architects of Oak Park
2023-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
Frank Lloyd Wright’s work in Oak Park comprises 25 homes out of nearly 5,000 structures. This engaging presentation takes a look at Oak Park homes not designed by Wright.

Back-to-School Powwow
2023-08-24 18:00 | American Indian Center, 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Join us in celebrating our Native students as they head back to school for another year! Free community meal starts at 6 p.m., Grand Entry follows.

A CELEBRATION OF UKRAINIAN INDEPENDENCE; Threads: Poems to Inspire Art book launch
2023-08-24 18:00 | Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
The Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art will celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day by launching a new poetry anthology inspired the art in the Threads exhibition.

On-Site Live Performance: Iconic Movies and Classical Music
2023-08-24 18:30 | Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL, 60077, United States
Join the Illinois Holocaust Museum and listen to Dr. Marvin Berman combine soaring classical melodies with favorites from contemporary films.

Harmonies of Hellenic Pop: Exploring Greek Pop Music
2023-08-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Chicago, IL, United States
Dive into the vibrant world of Greek pop music with our captivating class that explores the catchy melodies, infectious rhythms, and cultural significance of this dynamic genre.

Write Night: An Evening of Authorship, Wine, and Joy!
2023-08-25 17:30 | Center for Native Futures, 56 W. Adams St., Chicago, IL, 60603, United States
The Center for Native Futures will host a writing workshop, talking about origin stories and the self, and then participants will read together and celebrate what they produced.

Sip, Shop & Workshop
2023-08-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Haitian American Museum of Chicago, 4410 N Clark St, Chicago, 60640, United States
HAMOC is hosting a celebration for the August birthdays of staff, volunteers, and friends of the museum. Plus, we will learn about making candles with intention with herbs, oils and crystals.

On the Lawn: Hosted by Roxanne Shanté with Music by DJ Spinderella
2023-08-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph, Chicago, IL, 60602, United States
Join the National Public Housing Museum and WBEZ for a concert featuring artists with meaningful connections to public housing, complemented by an installation on civic engagement.

Somos Un Solo Pueblo, Mexico y Puerto Rico
2023-08-26 | Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph, Chicago, IL, 60602, United States
Somos un Solo Pueblo, Mexico y Puerto Rico, part of the Millennium Park Residency Program, will be a one-of-a-kind historical event aimed at uniting the Mexican and Puerto Rican communities in a symphonic concert setting.   To anchor the main event, The Chicago Philharmonic Society will serve as the official orchestra that will be accompanied by international musicians from Puerto Rico and Mexico.  Musicians from Cuerdas Clásicas and those affiliated with PRAA will open the main performance culminating with a full performance of all musicians. Leading up to this concert, the Somos un Solo Pueblo, Mexico y Puerto Rico project will include a series of advance music presentations (3) at Millennium Park featuring local Chicago based music groups. Each invited local musical group will conduct a presentation during the months of May and July of 2023, in preparation for and leading up to the August 26, 2023, performance. Local performing groups include Afri Caribe, Sones de Mexico, Cuerdas Clásicas, and PRAA’s Latin Music Project Ensemble.

Threads
2023-08-26 - 2023-10-22 | Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Threads is a group show where artists from many countries respond to one another. Poetry is intertwined and brought to life through fibers and textiles.

Genealogy Session IN PERSON
2023-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Swedish American Museum, 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60640, United States
Swedish American Museum members will talk about their journey learning about their family past as well as discussing Bible inventory and how that research can be used.

Family Day 2023
2023-08-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, 3001 central street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States

Day of Dignity
2023-08-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Sullivan High School, 6631 N. Bosworth Ave., Chicago, Illinois, United States
Day of Dignity is a flagship service event where Chicagoans will come together to connect critical resources to refugees, new arrivals and those most in need.

Family Fun Fest
2023-08-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Swedish American Museum Parking Lot, 5201 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, Ch60640
A day of family fun with games, crafts and more. Swedish food will be served as well!

Telling Your Story: Grant Writing Workshop for Artists
2023-08-26 12:00 - 14:00 | South Side Community Art Center, 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60653, United States
This workshop will focus on effective grant writing strategies. Participants will learn to communicate their arts practices, missions, values and artist statement to secure funding.

A book launch with Dr. Guneeta Singh Bhalla and Professor Erin Riggs
2023-08-26 14:00 - 17:00 | South Asia Institute, 1925 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
10,000 Memories: A Lived History of Partition is the fruition of the largest pan-South Asian oral history survey ever conducted, documenting stories of Partition, WWII, and Independence.

Orquesta el Macabeo
2023-08-26 20:30 | Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center, 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, 60639, United States
Orquesta el Macabeo are a tight, searing, brassy salsa ensemble, a unique combination of traditional salsa dura elements with darkly humorous lyrics and a garage/punk/pop spirit.

Oral History Workshop with Dr Guneeta Singh Bhalla and Professor Erin Riggs
2023-08-27 11:00 - 16:00 | South Asia Institute, 1925 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
In this workshop, the participations will be taught the art of taking interviews, how to transcribe, and the ways to mobilize the oral collections of history.

Kalapriya Fall Fundraiser
2023-08-31 00:00 | Ashyana Banquets & Events, 1620 75th St, Downers Grove, United States
Kalapriya proudly presents a celebration of South Asian culture, music, dance, and food. Join them in raising funds to further their mission to promote South Asian performing arts.

On-Site Book & Author: “Not a Real Enemy“
2023-08-31 18:30 | Illinois Holocaust Museum, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL, 60077, United States
Not a Real Enemy tells the true story of Ervin Wolf and his family as fascism took hold of Hungary, from an upper-class life, through the death camp of Auschwitz Birkenau.

Native Movie Night
2023-08-31 19:00 - 21:00 | American Indian Center, 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Join the American Indian Center for Native Movie Night! Street parking only. Pop and popcorn will be sold.
