Bending Light | Opening Reception
Bending Light transcends the conventional use of colors within painting and delves into a realm where colors cease to merely reflect what our eyes perceive, but rather echo the sentiments […]
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South Side Community Art Center 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United States
Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
Kalapriya Studio 2101 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, United StatesWeekly 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 […]
SAI Screenings: ‘Indus Blues’ (2019) by Jawad Sharif
South Asia Institute 1925 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesSouth Asian filmmakers like Satyajit Ray, Deepa Mehta, Mrinal Sen, Mira Nair, and Ritwik Ghatak have made significant contributions to the development of cinema using the medium to tell authentic stories of South Asian communities and their relationship to various socio-political issues. However, their contributions have always been overshadowed by the media hype surrounding Bollywood […]
Semla Day
Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesCelebrate the season leading up to Easter with Sweden's beloved sweet treat, the semla bun. Place your order today here so you can try the Museum's version of this centuries-old classic seasonal dish. Check back soon for information on order pickup on Feb. 13.
Semla Day Pop-Up Cafe
Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesCelebrate the season before Easter with Sweden’s beloved treat, the semla bun. You can pre-order some here to take home or come by to enjoy semla buns and coffee at the Museum.
German Citizenship Forum with the German Consulate
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesDate: When Saturday, April 06, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Location DANK Haus Skyline Lounge, 6th Floor German Citizenship Forum with the German Consulate Saturday, April 6 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge This panel and Q&A will provide you with insights on hot topics of German […]
Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon at the Newberry
Featured Black History MonthNewberry Library 60 West Walton Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Newberry Library and the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities (CTSDH) at Loyola University invite you to a birthday party for Frederick Douglass on February 14, 11am-2pm. Alongside volunteers around the world, we will participate in a transcribe-a-thon to improve access to the correspondence of Frederick Douglass. We’ll also be streaming music and […]
A Mecca of Midcentury Modernism: Alen B. Dow Residential Designs in Midland, Michigan
Online EventMidcentury modern design is still as present and popular as it was when it first appeared on the scene. By taking this virtual tour of Midland, Michigan, you'll learn about the impact of Alden B. Dow on modernist design with breathtaking examples from his home and studio. Never heard of architect Alden B. Dow? That’s […]
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UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I Thursday, February 1st Bus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am Sign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway This is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers, connect with students from UIS and the University […]
Orchids After Hours
Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencie, ILMake a date to be whisked away by a whimsical world of 10,000 fresh, colorful blooms. Marvel at surprises under the big top as you treat yourself to light bites and colorful cocktails (available for purchase). Enjoy a vibrant night out at the Orchid Show of Wonders.
DARK TESTAMENT: A CENTURY OF BLACK WRITERS ON JUSTICE
American Writers Museum 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesCelebrate Black History Month with a literary twist at the AWM's Family Free Days this weekend. Enjoy free admission on Sunday, February 18 and Monday, February 19. Access to our temporary special exhibit, Dark Testament: A Century of Black Writers on Justice, is also included with free admission. This exhibit closes in May.
UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I Thursday, February 1st Bus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am Sign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway This is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers, connect with students from UIS and the University […]
Native Voices Cover-to-Cover Project: Ensuring Indigenous Representation in Children’s Literature
3001 Central Street, Evanston , United StatesDate: 2024-02-16 Location: 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States The Mitchell Museum, in partnership with the Evanston Public Library and Northwestern University Center for Native American and Indigenous Research, kicks off a new project to ensure Indigenous representation in children’s literature at the second Native Book Fair on Friday, February 16th, 2024 […]
February Free Day
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian 3001 central street, Evanston, IL, United StatesDate: 2024-02-16 Location: 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201, United States Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Friday, February 16th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, United StatesFree 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 […]
FreeOrchids After Hours
Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencie, ILMake a date to be whisked away by a whimsical world of 10,000 fresh, colorful blooms. Marvel at surprises under the big top as you treat yourself to light bites and colorful cocktails (available for purchase). Enjoy a vibrant night out at the Orchid Show of Wonders.
If the Sky Could Dream: Interactive Installation, Performance, & Workshop Series
Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, United StatesHeritage Museum of Asian Art is collaborating with 2024 Resident Artist Irene Hsiao to create a new interactive installation, performance, and workshop series called If the Sky Could Dream. Coinciding with the Lunar Year of the Dragon, the museum will showcase dragon artworks from throughout Asia, as well as include an original, contemporary vision of […]
Karaokeabend | Karaoke Night Stammtisch Open Haus
Date: When Friday, February 16, 2024 Time: 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM Location: Location DANK Haus, 2nd Floor Brauhaus Room Karaokeabend | Karaoke Night Stammtisch Open Haus 6th Floor Skyline Lounge Friday | February 16th | 7:30 PM Our February Open Haus will be the best karaoke night in town! For fun we will have […]
Stammtisch Open Haus, Every 3rd Friday
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFeiern 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
Teen Saturday Studio: Digital Architectural Spacers – CGI
Harold Washington College 30 E Lake St Chicago, ChicagoThis workshop is designed to provide youth with hands-on experience in creating 2D visualizations of architectural designs using cutting-edge computer-generated imagery (CGI) software. Teens will discover how architects use CGI software to bring their designs to life and learn about tools and techniques used to create stunning visualizations of buildings, interiors, and landscapes. Using CGI […]
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