Anniversary Celebration of the American Civic and Humanitarian Coalition

Vasco’s Peri Peri, 440 E Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL

Nov. 20, 2024, 5 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 10 p.m.

Celebrate a year of cultural exchange, social activism, and community unity! Vasco’s Peri Peri will donate a portion of the evening’s proceeds to ACHC, supporting our mission to promote social advocacy and empower local initiatives. Enjoy great food, connect with passionate advocates, and support... More

Surveillance in the Muslim Community

UIC Daley Library, Room I-470, 801 S. Morgan Street, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 6 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 8 p.m.

Join us for an engaging evening exploring Surveillance in the Muslim Community with a movie screening and discussion led by Muhammad Sankari! Enjoy free Byrd’s Hot Chicken and gain insights on this critical topic.... More

Trans Day of Remembrance Celebration

1039-1043 E 43rd Street, Room 43, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 6 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 9 p.m.

Join us ins honoring resilience and remembrance at our TDOR celebration. ** A candlelight vigil and montage honoring our siblings we have lost ** Keynote speaker ** Recognition of five extraordinary transgender individuals, advancing equity and access for all ** A family-style dinner will be s... More

Sound Museum

Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 7 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 8 p.m.

Welcome poupeh missaghi and Julia Conrad to Pilsen Community Books for an event in celebration of poupeh's new book "Sound Museum." A combination of fiction and documentation, Sound Museum fearlessly interrogates state-sanctioned violence and the psychology--and banality--of evil. In Iran, a cura... More

Pack the Court for Hananiah Dukes

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S California Avenue, Courtroom 606, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Hananiah Dukes is a survivor of wrongful conviction pursuing post-conviction proceedings to win his freedom. Dukes is currently serving a 70-year sentence for a crime he did not commit. His conviction was based on a supposed oral statement that Dukes never gave, and disregarded exculpatory evidence ... More

STOP the Re-Zoning of South Works for a Quantum Facility

Harold Washington College, 30 E. Lake Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 10 a.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, noon

Show up to demand NO DECISIONS about the proposed Quantum facility WITHOUT THE COMMUNITY. The facility has the potential to cause mass gentrification and environmental harms, and as it is currently proposed would not benefit our communities. Join us in demanding they slow this down: 1. SUBMIT ... More

SJP National Day of Action

University of Illinois at Chicago Quad, south of Harrison Street, west of Halsted Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 11 a.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, noon

Join us this Thursday, November 21st, for the @nationalsjp National Day of Action at the UIC Quad from 11AM-12 PM. Together with students, educators, and workers worldwide, we’ll stand against complicity in genocide, demand an end to imperial violence, and build solidarity. Let’s make our voices hea... More

Teach-In: The War on Lebanon & Palestine

University of Illinois at Chicago, Education, Theatre, Music & Social Work Building, Room 2233, 1040 W. Harrison Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 12:30 p.m.

Do you want to understand the recent attacks on Lebanon? Do you want to learn about how Lebanon and Palestine are related? Do you want to hear about how our lives in the U.S. are wrapped up in the lives of people on the ground in Lebanon and Palestine today? Join the Global Middle East Stud... More

Rally for the Schools We Deserve

77 W. Washington Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Resist Trump's Project 2025 Stop School Closings, Contract Now! Defend public education. Protect Black, Latine, immigrant, LGBTQIA+ students and their families. Time to stop Project 2025 and the Maga assault before it starts. Join us at a critical rally to defend our Black, immigrant, trans, bi... More

From Searing the Consciousness to Revolution

5733 S University Ave, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, 8 p.m.

A workshop on applying lessons from prisoner movements to our organizing. Join Students for Justice in Palestine and Black Alliance for Peace for an interactive workshop, guided by the struggle of Afrikan and Palestinian prisoners! Learn about the War on Afrikan people, at home and abroad, and it... More

Justice for Dexter Reed, Reginald Clay, Jr., and Lorenzo Williams, Jr.

Chicago Police Headquarters, 3500 S. Michigan Ave, Cicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 7:30 p.m.

COME OUT to the Police Board meeting Thursday November 21 at 7:30 p.m. at 35th and Michigan to demand justice for Dexter Reed, Reginald Clay Jr., Lorenzo Williams Jr, and all those killed and brutalized by CPD! We must pack the public comment to apply as much pressure and force the police board to m... More

Rally to Free Armando Gutierrez

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 207, Chicago

Nov. 22, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Armando Gutierrez is a survivor of disgraced torture cop John Halloran. He has won a resentencing trial and at court the judge will be making their decision. This is an important step in his fight for freedom as it may open the door for a new trial.... More

Pack the Court for Demetrius McVay

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S California Ave, Courtroom 700, Chicago

Nov. 22, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Demetrius was wrongfully convicted of murder without any evidence to suggest his guilt! Demetrius has been in prison for 4 years without trial. That ain’t right! We need to pressure the system that covers up corrupt State’s Attorneys and kidnaps innocent people!... More

A Decade of Remembrance and Resilience

Stony Island Arts Bank, 6760 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago

Nov. 23, 2024, noon

Reflections on the 10 year anniversary of the assassination of Tamir Rice. Join us 11/23/24 to mark the ten-year anniversary of the killing of 12 year old Tamir Rice by a Cleveland police officer. There will be a tribute to Tamir and other victims of police brutality, through art, poetry, music, ... More

Food Not Bombs FREE Grocery Share

Wyllie B White Park, 1610 W. Howard St, Chicago (rain location: PO Box Collective, 6900 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago)

Nov. 24, 2024, noon - Nov. 24, 2024, 1:30 p.m.

All Sundays in November... More

Suicide Prevention in the Palestinian Community

Nov. 24, 2024, 1 p.m. - Nov. 24, 2024, 3 p.m.

Virtual class. This discussion based class will explore the nuances of grief and suicidal ideation in the Palestinian and SWANA community. Come learn how you cna support and respond as a community member, medic, or healthcare professional. Palestinian and SWANA centered, allies (especially medics an... More

Giving Thanks in a Time of Genocide

Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street, Aurora, IL

Nov. 26, 2024, 5 p.m.

Time listed is just a placeholder. More details to be announced soon.... More

Celebrate the Sweetness of Solidarity!

14 N. May Street, Aurora, IL

Nov. 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 26, 2024, 8 p.m.

From Turtle Island to Palestine, celebrate the sweetness of solidarity! As we gather in unity to acknowledge this legacy while celebrating the power of solidarity. Together, we’ll honor the connections and strength found in community and resist the systems that try to divide us. Thanksgiving i... More

American Muslims for Palestine Annual Convention

Tinley Park Convention Center,

Nov. 28, 2024, 8 a.m. - Nov. 30, 2024, 6 p.m.

The 17th annual convention for Palestine in the United States. We are excited to announce the launch of preparations for AMP’s 17th Annual Convention for Palestine in the U.S. this November during Thanksgiving weekend in the Chicagoland area. ✅ This year, we are proud to introduce the “Palest... More

Thanksgiving Healing Corner 2024

Uptown neighborhood, Wilson Avenue & Sheridan Road, Chicago

Nov. 28, 2024, 10 a.m. - Nov. 28, 2024, 12:30 p.m.

Please join us for our annual Thanksgiving Healing Corner on the southwest corner of Wilson & Sheridan next to Uptown Baptist Church! Volunteer Thanksgiving morning with us in passing out food to the homeless, migrants, and those living in poverty from the community. We will be serving pastries, ban... More

The State of Environmental Activism in France

Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago

Dec. 1, 2024, 5 p.m. - Dec. 1, 2024, 6 p.m.

Come to Pilsen Community Books to learn more about the current state of environmental activism in France through the experience of French-American citizens, members of some major players "Les Soulèvements de la terre" and "Bassines Non Merci” [a.k.a Earth Uprisings and Reservoirs No Thank You]. Lear... More

Where Olive Trees Weep: Trauma of Occupation in the West Bank

Oak Park Public Library, Veterans Room, 834 Lake St, Oak Park, IL

Dec. 2, 2024, 6:15 p.m.

Join us for a showing of the acclaimed documentary, Where Olive Trees Weep, followed by a discussion. The film offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation, exploring themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. Doors open at 6:15... More

Making History, Forging a New Future

Overflow Coffee, 1449 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago

Dec. 3, 2024, 6 p.m. - Dec. 3, 2024, 9 p.m.

A fundraiser benefiting the Chicago Torture Justice Memorial Foundation. With the construction of the Chicago Torture Justice Memorial in sight, help us take this time to celebrate the history-making memorial and the decades of people power that have led to this moment. Overflow Coffee is on t... More

Surgical Equity in Gaza

Register to learn location and virtual viewing options.

Dec. 5, 2024, 5 p.m. - Dec. 5, 2024, 6:30 p.m.

An upcoming event with Dr. Sidhwa Feroze on his experiences as a trauma surgeon in Gaza. Read Dr Feroze’s article here in The NY Times here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/10/09/opinion/gaza-doctor-interviews.html... More

Emergency Reproductive Health Response

Dec. 7, 2024, 3 p.m. - Dec. 7, 2024, 6 p.m.

n the United States, we are facing a reproductive health emergency as politicians pass restrictive and deadly laws that will result in death, illness, and oppression of people whose bodies can get pregnant and/or give birth. But this reproductive emergency is in no way limited to the US; everywhere ... More

Surviving the Long Wars

Grand Army of the Republic Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, Chicago

Dec. 8, 2024, 3 p.m. - Dec. 8, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Book release and exhibition closing. The Surviving The Long Wars organizing committee is excited to announce the release of Surviving the Long Wars: Creative Rebellion at the Ends of Empire with the Chicago-based publisher BRIDGE Books. We will be hosting a book release in conjunction with the c... More

Voices From Gaza

Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park, IL

Dec. 14, 2024, 6 p.m.

Join us for a special event featuring Dr. Mohammed Alkandari and Dr. Omar Althuwaini, who have just returned from their impactful journey to Gaza. Tickets $35. For more information, call 708-513-1023... More

Los Lobos: A Concert for Justice at Cahn Auditorium

Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson Street Evanston, IL

Dec. 14, 2024, 7 p.m.

7pm Doors / 8pm Show / Opener: Dave Specter The James B. Moran Center for Youth Advocacy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Evanston providing a free lifeline of integrated legal, mental health, and restorative services to youth and families. The Moran Center believes all kids deserve justice i... More

Raqs for Relief

Bar Sol at Navy Pier, E. Grand Ave & the lakefront, Chicago

Jan. 19, 2025, 3 p.m. - Jan. 19, 2025, 7 p.m.

Raqs for Relief, a dance hafla benefit, will be at @barsolnavypier UPSTAIRS on Jan 19 from 3 to 7 PM @navypierchicago -All proceeds outside of minimal operating costs to the restaurant will be donated to relief efforts in #Lebanon and #Gaza. -Performers will be announced after November 21st -T... More

Inauguration Day Chicago: WE FIGHT BACK

Location TBD

Jan. 20, 2025, noon

On Inauguration Day, January 20th, people will come together in Chicago to demand a future that centers the needs of the people over the interests of the wealthy elite. With voices raised for workers’ rights, immigrant rights, and environmental justice, we will call for an end to the genocide in Gaz... More