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SUMMARY:Get Lit: Pub Night
DESCRIPTION:Raise your glasses and don your finest green attire because we’re bringing the heart and soul of Irish pubs to life at this month’s Get Lit! At this event\, we’re celebrating the works of Irish-American writers and the stories told every day in pubs across the country. \n\nPlay a few rounds of classic Pub Trivia\, inspired by Images of America: Chicago’s Historic Irish Pubs by Mike Danahey and Allison Hantschel. Win prizes by answering questions themed around Irish history\, culture\, music\, writing\, and more!\nCustomize and design your very own pub coaster to enhance the ambiance of your at-home Irish Pub.\nHunt for hidden creatures in the Leprechaun Hunt and win a special prize for completing it.\nGrab an Irish pub-inspired poem from our friends at Poems While You Wait.\nEnjoy beer\, wine\, and the night’s specialty cocktail\, the Tipsy Cow\, a fiery Irish whiskey cocktail. Non-alcoholic options available as well.\n\nDon’t miss your chance to be part of this magical evening where Irish folklore comes to life\, and the pub becomes a stage for tales both ancient and new. Join us at Get Lit: Pub Night for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration like no other! \n\n\n\n\n\nGet 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! \nA limited number of discounted tickets have been made available for teachers and school librarians. To claim your discount\, use the code provided in the AWM education newsletter. You can sign up for the monthly education newsletter here for regular updates. If you are an educator and have questions\, please email our Education Team at education@americanwritersmuseum.org. \nBuy your tickets today! A limited number of tickets are available at the door. AWM members\, use the access code emailed to you to reveal the member ticket price. Tickets include admission to the museum and drink tickets for two complimentary beverages. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase. Guests must be 21+ to attend Get Lit and show a valid ID at the door. \nFunds raised at this event will 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.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/get-lit-pub-night/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:DARK TESTAMENT: A CENTURY OF BLACK WRITERS ON JUSTICE
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 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.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/dark-testament-a-century-of-black-writers-on-justice/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:Forever Free: Frederick Douglass Tours
DESCRIPTION:“Once you learn to read\, you will be forever free.” —Frederick Douglass \nDiscover the incredible legacy and enduring impact of abolitionist Frederick Douglass\, as well as other Black writers who came before and after him. This 15-minute tour introduces you to all areas of the American Writers Museum\, with a special focus on our special exhibit Dark Testament: A Century of Black Writers on Justice. Following the tour\, you can explore all of our exhibits more in depth and at your own pace. \nForever Free: Frederick Douglass tours are offered daily at 3:00pm when the AWM is open. We are open Thursdays to Mondays\, from 10 am to 5 pm. We are closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The tour is included with museum admission and no advanced registration is required. Tours begin at the Museum front desk.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/forever-free-frederick-douglass-tours/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:The People’s Tongue: Music &Words in Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the American Writers Museum for musical performances and readings in celebration of the 2023 anthology “The People’s Tongue: Americans and the English Language.” \nThe event will begin with a short performance by Paquito D’Rivera\, renowned Cuban-American jazz saxophonist\, clarinetist and composer and Fareed Haque\, Pakistani-Chilean-American jazz and classical guitarist\, followed by discussion moderated by Ilan Stavans\, editor of the The People’s Tongue and Ambassador Carolyn Curiel\, and conclude with several short readings from the anthology. \nThis program will also be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/the-peoples-tongue-music-words-in-celebration/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Events,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:ARTIVISM 101: A workshop on creating art to change the world
DESCRIPTION:Bestselling illustrator Nikkolas Smith hosts a Kids & Family Workshop on creating art that aligns with and highlights activism. \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nNikkolas Smith\, Artivist and #1 New York Times Bestselling illustrator\, will show you how to become an Artivist. Do you have something you want to better or change in your community or in the world? How can art inspire you to change the world for the better? How can art help you to be fearless and speak up? With Nikkolas’ guidance\, attendees of this workshop will create their own Artivism piece and be a part of the Artivist movement. This workshop is geared to artists of all ages\, especially kids and families. Nikkolas will sign books and merchandise following the workshop. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring whatever materials they are most comfortable creating art with. The American Writers Museum will provide paper and drawing materials like colored pencils\, but if you prefer to create digital art you must bring your own computers\, tablets\, etc. \nThis special program is presented in conjunction with our forthcoming exhibit and education initiative Dark Testament: A Century of Black Writers on Justice\, opening September 2022. Dark Testament explores racial injustice in America through the work of Black American writers from the end of the Civil War through the Civil Rights Movement\, and the impact these writers continue to have on contemporary writers\, creators\, and activists.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/artivism-101-a-workshop-on-creating-art-to-change-the-world/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Classes
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SUMMARY:Author Talk -  Sudhir Venkatesh: The Tomorrow Game
DESCRIPTION:New York Times bestselling author Sudhir Venkatesh discusses his new book The Tomorrow Game\, a gripping account of a Chicago community coming together to save a group of teens from gun violence. In the tradition of works like Random Family and Behind The Beautiful Forevers\, The Tomorrow Game is a deeply reported chronicle of families surviving in Southside Chicago Communities. We can’t wait to see you for this live and in person event at The American Writers Museum on July 6\, 2022 at 6:30pm CDT! Register for the program here. \n 
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sudhir-venkatesh-the-tomorrow-game/
LOCATION:180 N Michigan Ave 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pauli Murray: Shouting for the Rights of All People
DESCRIPTION:Educator and author Deborah Nelson Linck reads from and discusses her new book Pauli Murray: Shouting for the Rights of All People\, the first introductory and illustrated biography of the civil rights icon. Join us for a fascinating conversation about the book and the life and legacy of Pauli Murray\, a hugely influential author\, poet\, lawyer\, priest and activist. This program will take place online via Zoom\, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pauli-murray-shouting-for-the-rights-of-all-people-tickets-239561423667.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/pauli-murray-shouting-for-the-rights-of-all-people/
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SUMMARY:Me and White Supremacy: Young Readers’ Edition
DESCRIPTION:Awareness leads to action\, and action leads to change. Author Layla Saad presents the young readers edition of her New York Times bestselling book Me and White Supremacy\, which teaches readers how to explore and understand racism and white supremacy and how young readers can do their part to help change the world. Saad is joined by writer and artist Kaitlin McGaw of the Grammy-nominated the Alphabet Rockers. \nThis program will be hosted online via Zoom\, register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/me-and-white-supremacy-young-readers-edition-tickets-250448186267.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/me-and-white-supremacy-young-readers-edition/
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SUMMARY:Nancy Johnson: The Kindest Lie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Nancy Johnson to discuss her debut novel The Kindest Lie\, “a deep dive into how we define family\, what it means to be a mother\, and what it means to grow up Black” (Jodi Picoult). Named a Most Anticipated book by O Magazine\, Shondaland\, Chicago Tribune\, Elle and many more\, the novel is now out in paperback. Johnson is joined in conversation by fellow writer Catherine Adel West. \nRegister for this in-person event at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nancy-johnson-the-kindest-lie-in-person-tickets-220910237467. This program will also be livestreamed. Register for the live online broadcast at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nancy-johnson-the-kindest-lie-online-broadcast-tickets-220888632847.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/nancy-johnson-the-kindest-lie/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hanif Abdurraqib and Ashley Evans: “Sing\, Aretha\, Sing!”
DESCRIPTION:A young Aretha Franklin captivates her community with the song “Respect” during the height of the Civil Rights Movement in Sing\, Aretha\, Sing!\, a striking picture book biography that will embolden today’s young readers to sing their own truth. Join us to hear both author Hanif Abdurraqib and illustrator Ashley Evans discuss their crafts\, how this book came together\, and the lasting legacy of Aretha Franklin. This program will be hosted online via Zoom\, register for the program here.
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