American Civic & Humanitarian Coalition @ Skokie Festival of Cultures

Oakton Park, Skokie, IL

May 17, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 18, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join Us: Representing Palestine at the Skokie Festival of Cultures Please fill out our volunteer and contribution form here: Volunteer Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/Cgaz8jmmQPtCVFWb7 Link in our bio!! Dates: May 16 & 17 Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Our Mission: We believe it is essen... More

Freedom Road Chicago Labor History Tour

Union Park, Chicago

May 17, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

Join the Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) Chicago labor history tour to learn more about some of the historical sites in the labor movement that shaped this city. Chicago is full of labor history. While we will cover many union and events, the focus will be on the battle for the 8 hour ... More

Japanese American Citizens League Scholarship Luncheon

Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4999 Old Orchard Ctr, Skokie, IL

May 17, 2026, noon - May 17, 2026, 2 p.m.

The 2026 JACL Chicago scholarship winners have been announced! This year, we are proud to award 9 outstanding scholars in our community. Visit https://jaclchicago.org/2026-scholarship-luncheon/ to see the list of awardees and RSVP to our Scholarship Luncheon! JACL Chicago’s scholarship program re... More

Irish & Palestinian Solidarity

On line

May 17, 2026, noon

oin @breakingthefirewall and @yaffasutopia on Sunday May 17th at 12pm CT for a conversation on Irish-Palestinian Solidarity in Service to Collective Liberation. Irish and Palestinian solidarity and resistance have long been interconnected. This solidarity was further fortified following Oct. 7. O... More

El Sueno

Chicago Fair Trade, 4707 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 17, 2026, 2 p.m. - May 17, 2026, 5 p.m.

Please join us for a fundraiser for El Sueño, a documentary film exploring the immigrant experience in Trump’s America and Chicago’s response as a welcoming city facing migration, political division, and community change. Admission is free. The event will feature donated prints from leading Chica... More

Eyewitness Palestine 25th Anniversary Benefit

Alahambra Palace, 1240 W. Randolph St, Chicago

May 17, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 17, 2026, 7 p.m.

Speakers include the incredible @nouraerakat @fababs @chris.smalls_ , many others AND our very own Songbird supreme @rola.azar. Bazaar, 3-5 pm Program, 5-7 pm Tickets are on sale now at this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/annual-gala-2419... More

Pack the Court for Hananiah Dukes

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 308, Chicago

May 18, 2026, 9:30 a.m.

Court support is an invaluable way to show the judge the strength of our communities, and our dedication to the cause. If you're available, please consider joining us for court support next week for: (1) Hananiah Dukes on May 18 (9:30am) • Room 308 In person only (2) Caleb Charleston on May 1... More

Malcolm X Day Teach-In

Nide Jardin, 140 S. River St, Unit 106, Aurora, IL

May 18, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - May 18, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

The duopoly won’t save us—only the people will. This Malcolm X Day, join us for a political education session focused on dismantling the empire from the ground up. We’re talking local resistance, international solidarity, and building the world we actually want to live in.... More

Centro Romero Annual Health Fair

Centro Romero, 6216 N. Clark St, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 19, 2026, 2 p.m.

On Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, Centro Romero will host our Annual Health Fair called "Together for Health" which will be held at our office location, 6216 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60660 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The goal of this event is to promote a healthy lifestyle – in other words, to be in and maintain... More

Mothers & Allies Against War (MAAW) Zoom

Virtual

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m.

Against the war on Iran? Want to learn more? Come join MAAW's Zoom. We'll have speakers, calls to action and Q&As. Please attend this event which will offer insights and historical contexts relating to the war against Iran that are rarely stated in public. The war is NOT over, and It's urgent ... More

America 250 Years Too Many

Uptown Library, 929 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m.

Tired of celebrating mass murder every 4th of July? Join Behind Enemy Lines to discuss our plans to resist this bloody holiday and expose 250 years of US imperialism. Chicago Mass Meeting.... More

Jerry & Me

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 19, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us Tuesday, May 19th for a screening of Mehrnaz Saeedvafa's 2012 documentary short, Jerry & Me. The film will be followed by a discussion moderated by Ali Tarokh of the Syrian Community Network and the Risheh Institute. Snacks and refreshments will be served and all proceeds from the screening... More

The Portal

Experimental Station, 6100 S. Blackstone Ave, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 19, 2026, 10 p.m.

THE PORTAL returns with a dynamic lineup to celebrate STAND UP & IMPROV COMEDY in Chicago! Tuesday, May 19th | 7-10p @expstation - 6100 S Blackstone Ave FREE 🫧 Engage with 3 improv collectives curated by @thatsmaxthomas @thegarden_chi, @whoallovertherecomedy. 🫧 Enjoy a featured interview... More

Repeal Illinois' Anti-BDS Law

Register for time & location

May 20, 2026, 7 a.m.

Join us on May 20 in Springfield for the anti-BDS repeal lobby day! If you need to take the bus with us, be sure to register at this link: https://airtable.com/appJL1AFIVDjqKiCd/pagLbTTeT8NMX6z2A/form EDITOR'S NOTE: THE TIME LISTED IS ONLY A PLACE-HOLDER. REGISTER TO GET ACTUAL TIME AND LOCATION... More

Lobby Day Against Mass Incarceration

Springfield, IL - Transportation from Chicago and back provided.

May 20, 2026, 7:15 a.m. - May 20, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 20, join the community of IPP supporters to meet directly with state lawmakers and urge them to pass legislation that will help end mass incarceration in Illinois. 👋🏾 Everyone is welcome - no experience necessary! 🗓 Wednesday, May 20 📍Chicago Bus Departure Location: Precious Blo... More

The Quantum Facility & Environmental Justice

Chicago City Hall, 119 W. Randolph St, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 9 a.m.

Join us at city hall for a press conference to demand that the city and state stop the harmful quantum facility and give residents the investment in the community we deserve! Unete a nosotros para demandar que la ciudad y el estado paren la construccion de la facilidad cuantica y que inviertan di... More

Trying to Help an Incarcerated Loved One?

Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, 7th floor, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 20, 2026, noon

Are you trying to navigate the IL Dept. or Corrections or the Prisoner Review Board? You're not alone! On WEDNESDAY, IPP Community Navigators will be at the Harold Washington Library 7th Floor with lots of resources to help your incarcerated loved one.... More

Protest Larry Snelling

111 W. Grand Ave, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

Join us May 20th at 11:30 am to confront CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling at his speaking event at the City Club (111 W. Grand Ave). Snelling is directly responsible for aiding and abetting crimes committed by CPD and federal agents from murder to attempted murder, harassment and assault. The pe... More

Food Is Medicine Food Box Distribution

American Indian Center, 3401 W. Ainslie St, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us Wednesday, May 20th at the American Indian Center! 🍓 Food Box Distribution Pick up farm-fresh food including meats, eggs, and produce. ✨ Open to all! Walk-in Welcome! To sign up for a food box, visit our Linktree (linktr.ee/aicchicago) and fill out the Food is Medicine Intake Form. ... More

Money For Our Communities, Not For Big Tech!

Meet at the "Belmont" Red/Brown line el stop, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 4 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

As the Trump administration continues to cut funding for programs that benefit our communities, we must demand that billionaires and rich corporations pay their fair share in Illinois! State lawmakers can lead the way in raising revenue by taxing massive corporations, like Amazon, to address the aff... More

Japanese Incarceration Panel

Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan Road, Lecture Room 3, Evanston, IL

May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

As a follow up to our movie screening, we are hosting a discussion panel featuring descendants of Japanese internment who are now organizing in the local community 🫂 Our speakers will share about their work in groups like JACL Chicago and NikkeiUprising Chicago and how it connects to advocacy tod... More

Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going?

1701 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 8 p.m.

A free, public workshop—no technical background needed. ​​​​​​​​In just a few years, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t science fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work, relationships, and even crime in real time. ​​​​​​​​This workshop explores wher... More

The Right of Return - Apartheid's Impact on Palestinian Refugees

Virtual

May 20, 2026, 7 p.m.

American Muslims for Palestine (Chicago Chapter) presents a special 5-week teach-in series titled “Understanding the Roots of Israeli Apartheid & its Present Regime,” live on Zoom with our education coordinator Tarek Khalil, where each session will have a particular focus. Register here: https:/... More

Virtual Town Hall For Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya

On-line

May 20, 2026, 7 p.m.

Join us for a virtual town hall on Wednesday, May 20th, at 7 PM Central Time to hear directly from organizers, healthcare workers, and activists. Learn more about what we’ve accomplished so far through this campaign, our upcoming June 6 action (swipe for the flyer), and the next steps ahead! RSVP: b... More

Chicago Launch of 'Jaw Filler'

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join us for the Chicago launch of Jaw Filler with readings by Charlie Markbreiter, Jesy Gaston, Sam Bodrojan, and Nadine Naber. We’ll end the night with a film screening from Maz Murray who will join in spirit. This event is produced by Anna Aguiar Kosicki. About Jaw Filler: You don't need dys... More

Judge's Decision: Will ICE & Border Patrol Be Held to Account?

Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Chicago

May 21, 2026, 9:30 a.m.

Cook County Chief Judge Erica Reddick has said that today she will issue her decision about possibly appointing a special prosecutor to investigate and prosecute crimes committed by ICE and Border Patrol officers during "Operation Midway Blitz." Please pack the courtroom. Cook County States Attor... More

A Just Brew - An AAPI Happy Hour FUNdraiser

Pilot Project Brewing, Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood, 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago

May 21, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 9 p.m.

The A Just Chi Giving Project will be hosting their annual AAPI Heritage Month happy hour FUNdraiser with great drinks, company, and tasty "brews" at @pilotprojectbrewing in Logan Square on Thurs, May 21 from 6-9 PM. Raise a glass to raise our voices! ⭐ Entry Ticket: Tier 1: $10 Tier 2: $20 inc... More

Loteria Night

Brighton Park Community Center, 4000 S. Archer Ave, Chicago

May 21, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 8 p.m.

We’re excited to announce our ⚡️FIRST⚡️ Family Loteria Night at our new Brighton Park Community Center, May 21st! come for the games and stay for all the rad information regarding everything our Youth Life Coaching program has to offer🐛✨ —— ¡Nos entusiasma anunciar nuestra ⚡️PRIMERA⚡️ Noche Fam... More

The Climate Costs of War & Demilitarization as a Climate Solution

Zoom

May 21, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 7:15 p.m.

War and even peacetime militarization are among the biggest sources of climate-disrupting greenhouse gas emissions, but the short- and long-term climate consequences of these practices are rarely acknowledged. Please join Rachel Fredericks, chapter chair and former ethics professor, for a present... More

American Indian Center Community Meal

American Indian Center, 3401 W. Ainslie St, Chicago

May 21, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Come share food and fun with us at the American Indian Center on Thursday, May 21st! Bring a dessert, enjoy a meal prepared by Chef Cherokee, and stay for the drum and social dance! 🧁 Bring a dessert to share! All are welcome to share food, community, and culture.... More

Election Protection—How to Protect our Voting Rights

Virtual

May 21, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Voting rights are sacred in America, but today these rights are more vulnerable than ever. Join this vital virtual training session to learn what is being done to defend the ballot and how you can help protect our community's voice. This workshop features expert speakers Monica Gordon, Cook County... More

THE OVERSEER CLASS and HOW TO SELL A GENOCIDE

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 21, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 21, 2026, 8 p.m.

Pilsen Community Books welcomes Steven W. Thrasher and Adam Johnson to the store for a conversation about Thrasher's The Overseer Class and Johnson's How to Sell a Genocide. About The Overseer Class: The author of the critically acclaimed The Viral Underclass (one of Kirkus Reviews best books ... More

Arab Youth Summer School

TBA

May 22, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 26, 2026, 5 p.m.

LAST WEEK TO APPLY! Apply by 2/22/2026. Join us for 5 days of political education to strengthen our organising for Palestine. Together, we’ll analyse the current moment, draw lessons from our history, and build power for the next phase of our struggle. With cultural and outdoor programming wov... More

Lori Cannon Street Naming Ceremony & After Party

5543 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 22, 2026, 10 a.m.

Please join us immediately following the ceremony for a reception at GroceryLand Pantry to celebrate Lori's 75th Birthday with cake and refreshments. FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.... More

Know Your Rights Workshop 2.0 - West Ridge Community

Rohingya Culture Center, 2740 W. Devon Ave, Chicago

May 22, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 22, 2026, 4 p.m.

Chicago and West Ridge Community 📢 Join us for another in-person Know Your Rights Workshop for community members and local businesses at the Rohingya Culture Center on Devon. MJF Legal Network, CAIR Chicago, and NLG Chicago will cover the following: - Your rights under the Law - Family & Workpl... More

Migra Watch Training

1919 W. Cullerton, Chicago

May 22, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - May 22, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Join our migra watch training and learn how to document and report ICE activity in your neighborhood. Date: Friday, May 22nd, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Doors open at 5:30 PM Location: 1919 W Cullerton St. Chicago, IL 60608 Refreshments will be provided. Training is in English. Register ... More

An Evening With Harvey

Open Space Arts, 1411 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago

May 22, 2026, 7:30 p.m. - May 23, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Stories of Hope and Resistance. A powerful evening honoring the life, legacy, and enduring impact of Harvey Milk - one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States and a visionary voice for equality. Featuring a stage reading of A Letter to Harvey Milk by Leslea Newman. Th... More

'Pro-Abortion Extremists' Yard Sale Supporting Chicago Abortion Fund

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 23, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 23, 2026, 4 p.m.

We’re so back. CFAR’s annual yard sale to support @chicagoabortionfund 2026 Fundathon! Saturday May 23 from 11 am to 4 pm at @haymarkethouse! 800 W Buena Ave in Uptown/Buena Park. Please dm us if you have something you’d like to donate for us to sell. Please keep in mind we probably won’t be able... More

Yuri & Malcolm's Revolutionary Birthday Bash

Restoried Bookstore, 4613 N. Kedzie Ave, Chicago

May 23, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 23, 2026, 1 p.m.

🎂 Come to a children’s event hosted by JACL Chicago, Nikkei Uprising, and Restoried Bookstore to celebrate the birthday of two legendary birthday twins, BFFs, and civil rights icons! Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to stop in anytime to join for art building, storytime, and mov... More

Volunteer Session to Assist Kids of Diverse Abilities

Pilsen Arts & Community House, 1637 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 23, 2026, noon - May 23, 2026, 2 p.m.

**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED** Alebrije Art Club is a creative sanctuary where children of diverse abilities are celebrated as artists, storytellers, and dreamers. JOIN OUR OPEN HOUSE TO LEARN MORE Saturday, May 23rd 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Pilsen Arts & Community House 1637 W. 18th Street **Volunte... More

Pop Up Market Honoring the AAPI Community

Consignment Lounge, 3520 W. Diversey Pkwy, Chicago

May 24, 2026, noon - May 24, 2026, 5 p.m.

Join us at Consignment Lounge on Sunday, May 24th from noon-5pm as we continue celebrating and honoring our AAPI community and @advancingjusticechicago AT THE GRILL: Kelly Ijichi (she/her) Private Chef & Owner of Mom's - @Momschicago. Serving Japanese-American comfort food & specializing in po... More

Honduras Report Back: Building Solidarity With Land & Water Defenders

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 24, 2026, 2 p.m.

From Honduras to Chicago, the struggle to defend land, water, and life continues. Join us for a reportback on the current situation in Honduras and hear about the movements resisting displacement, extraction, and imperialism while fighting for liberation. As part of the Central American diaspora,... More

Love Memorial

Washington Park, 55th and Cottage Grove, Chicago

May 24, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 24, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

Between May 17th 2025 and May 2026, 150 black and brown youth , aged 0-24 years old, have lost their lives in Chicago and neighboring suburbs. Please join us May 24th, as we remember them all ! We will say their names, light candles for them, release balloons, and even drop a few tears! Please br... More

Chicago CodePINK Reading: Death in the Haymarket

Haymarket Pub & Brewery, 737 W Randolph Street, Chicago

May 24, 2026, 3:30 p.m.

International Workers' Day began right here in Chicago! The Haymarket Affair remains a significant chapter of not only our history as a union city, but in the global struggle for proletariat liberation. On May Day, we celebrate the workers who fought before us, and the workers who continue the strug... More

An Evening For Lebanon

Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church, 950 N Grace Street, Lombard, IL

May 24, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

🌹 Gala Fundraiser for the Lebanese Red Cross Ticket information here: https://events.humanitix.com/fundraising-gala-for-humanitarian-relief-lebanon... More

Vets Say No - No War - No Cuts

Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 24 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago (on the Chicago Riverwalk)

May 25, 2026, 11 a.m.

Memorial Day rally and march.... More

Community Organizing Training

70 E. Lake St, Chicago

May 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 29, 2026, 5 p.m.

The Chicago Coalition for the Homeless will hold its 3-day Community Organizing Training next month, May 27 – 29, at the CCH offices (70 E Lake St). The training is a great way to grow (or dust off) your organizing skills and get insight into how CCH runs and wins city and state-level advocacy campa... More

Want to Do Something About Racist Policing?

Via zoom

May 27, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

Want to do something about community safety? Get plugged in at the Free2Move monthly general meeting. Sign up for meeting links and updates: free2movechi.org/join-the-free-2-movement... More

Corridors of Contagion

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 27, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 27, 2026, 8 p.m.

How the Pandemic Exposed the Cruelties of Incarceration Pilsen Community Books welcomes Victoria Law and Maya Schenwar to the store for a conversation about Corridors of Contagion. Tracing the narratives of five incarcerated individuals, Corridors of Contagion speaks to the devastating impact of ... More

Si Se Puede

Emmerson Park, 1820 W. Granville Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 9:30 a.m.

Students, please attend our annual end of the year education celebration! Bring friends/family to Emmerson Park - just 3 blocks from Centro Romero! Please bring food to share at the picnic. Portable chairs & picnic blankets are recommended. We have so much to celebrate together! THURSDAY , MAY 28 at... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, noon - May 28, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going? 5/28/2026

chicago public library - Lincoln Belmont 1659 W. Melrose · Chicago, IL

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

A free, public workshop—no technical background needed ​​​​​​​​In just a few years, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t science fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work, relationships, and even crime in real time. ​​​​​​​​This workshop explores where AI ... More

Tax Increment Financing - Who Wins, Who Loses

3248 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Why do some neighborhoods see constant development while others are told there’s “no money”? Tax Increment Financing quietly moves billions of public dollars across Chicago, shaping schools, housing, infrastructure, and development in ways most people never hear about. Join us to break down ho... More

Hand Made Future

Chicago Fair Trade, 4704 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us for the Chicago premiere of the award-winning film HANDMADE FUTURE and a Q&A with director Kirsten Dickerson. HANDMADE FUTURE follows artisans in six countries protecting heritage, confronting complex middlemen, and advancing responsible trade — pushing back against fast, cheap production... More

Evening Activation Event Along the Calumet River

Meet at 96th Street and S. Baltimore Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

Guess WHAT gang?! 👀 We can officially get back on the 100th st. site, and we're celebrating 😎 🕺🏽 We hope you'll join us! Community Picnic along the Calumet River. Food provided, but please bring your own picnic blanket!... More

Exhibit B presents brian bean, Noel Quiñones, Nina Sudhakar and Keli Stewart

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join Exhibit B as they welcome brian bean, Noel Quiñones, Nina Sudhakar and Keli Stewart for the latest installment of the Exhibit B reading series. brian bean is a Chicago-based socialist organizer, writer, and agitator originally from North Carolina. They are one of the founding editors of Ramp... More

All Out For LaKeshia!

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 704, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 10 a.m.

All out for LaKeshia Murph!! 🗣️ A ruling will be made on this date! Join PNAP for court support on Friday, May 29th at 10am. Support in the room is crucial for this date so please join us and support LaKeshia! LaKeshia Murph is a longtime Prison + Neighborhood Arts Project student, skilled vis... More

Belmont Craigin's 2nd Annual Health & Community Fair

5501 W. Fullerton Ave, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 29, 2026, 3 p.m.

Raffles, prizes and give-aways. Legal services information. Free health screenings. Community organizations. And more!... More

'The Doctors' Exhibition Opening

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park Ave, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 6 p.m.

Exploring 1970’s Teen Social Scenes and House Music Culture in Chicago Chicago Black Social Cultural Map: Community Curators Exhibition & Programming This exhibition documents the pre-house era influence and innovation of a 1970’s dance crew based in Chicago's Roseland community. These young B... More

Sustaining Mutual Aid After Midway Blitz

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 29, 2026, 8 p.m.

ICE is less visible in Chicago, but the threats to the safety and livelihoods of immigrant communities haven’t gone away—how are mutual aid organizations sustaining their efforts? Meet City Bureau at Pilsen Community Books for a #PublicNewsroom with partners Latino Union of Chicago and PUÑO to fi... More

Reclaimed Resonance

American Indian Center, 3401 W. Ainslie, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 10 a.m.

Join us for a full day of Black and Native music, history and cultural exchange centered on the drum and the banjo. Presented by the American Indian Center in partnership with the Black Banjo Reclamation Project @black.banjo.reclamation , Reclaimed Resonance creates space to learn, create, reflec... More

The Big Payback People's Assembly

5645 W. Corcoran Place, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 30, 2026, 3 p.m.

The "Big Payback" is about more than just a name, it’s about justice for the hustle. 💸. We've been keeping the same energy around this conversation for years. We aren’t talking about reparations in the traditional sense; we are talking specifically about Drug War Reparations for the people the 9-... More

Kuffiyeh Cup Soccer Tournament & Picnic

Fleet Fields, 1684 N. Throop St, Chicago

May 30, 2026, noon

Join us for our third soccer tournament and community picnic!! This event will be used to raise mutual aid for our people in Lebanon! ✍️ Submit a team a 5-10 players. Games will be played in mini turfs on fleet fields! More info to come out soon with tournament rules and brackets! MAKE SURE TO... More

Meet Your Allies: Confronting Islamophobia in America

Al Nahda Center, 8840 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

May 30, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 30, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us for a meaningful community conversation: Meet Your Allies: Confronting Islamophobia in America Featuring panelists and authors Anna Piela and Michael Woolf (Confronting Islamophobia in the Church: Liturgical Tools for Justice). We’ll be discussing: • The realities of Islamophobia... More

Heatwave - For a World On Fire

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 4 p.m. - May 30, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us for a panel discussion featuring editors and writers from the new radical magazine Heatwave. The editors will provide an introduction to the project and share information on coming issues currently in the works. The panel will additionally feature three contributors to Heatwave issue 2. Saul... More

Lights On For Ahmed

Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 4 p.m. - May 30, 2026, 8 p.m.

A Mutual Aid Fundraising Event. Hey hey! We’re throwing a little Saturday afternoon hang to raise money for our friend Ahmed who needs our help. Come to @nabalacafe on Saturday May 30 for music, games, and ❤️ - families welcome!... More

Against Money with J.W. Mason

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - May 30, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Join Pilsen Community Books as we welcome J.W. Mason to the store for a discussion of his new book Against Money, a powerful deconstruction of humanity’s most influential invention. Money is everywhere in our daily lives. It lurks in the swipe of a card at the grocery store, in looming student-lo... More

Chicago Abortion Fund-a-Thon Celebration

Buena Park neighborhood, Chicago - RSVP for location

May 31, 2026, 12:30 p.m. - May 31, 2026, 3 p.m.

Let's celebrate the hard work of all of our fundraisers and teams who have been mobilizing their communities to directly fund abortions and travel. RSVP at fund.nnaf.org/caf26... More

Campaign Strategy Training

Merlo Library Branch, 644 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago

May 31, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - May 31, 2026, 3 p.m.

Join housing and transportation advocates to be trained on essential tools for bringing your community vision to life! On Sunday May 10th we’ll be learning the building blocks of community organizing which you’ll be able to put into practice immediately. On May 31st we’re learning how to build a str... More

ZINE Club

Albany Park Free Store, 3000 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago

May 31, 2026, 2 p.m.

Zine club!!! Join us at the free store the last Sunday of the month at 2 pm. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring a work in progress if you have one! 3000 W Lawrence Ave.... More

Art for Gaza Fundraiser

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

May 31, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 31, 2026, 8 p.m.

Pilsen Community Books invites you to join us for Art for Gaza, a community art sale and fundraiser featuring ceramics, prints, zines, textiles, and more by local artists, plus live music. All proceeds will go directly to a family in Gaza to help pay for their food, water, and other essential needs,... More

Feminist Campus Tour

Meet at "The Arch," corner of Sheridan Road and Chicago Avenue, at Northwestern University's Evanston, IL campus

June 2, 2026, 10 a.m.

Led by The Women’s Center’s Managing Director of Public History and Doctoral Candidate, Hannah Simmons. Take a literal walk through some of Northwestern’s rich feminist history with Hannah, who will also share with you pre-recorded interviews with NU faculty and archival audio of changemakers fro... More

DACA or DALE?

Via Zoom

June 3, 2026, 3 p.m.

- In English Below - ¿Tiene preguntas sobre DACA o DALE? Únase a nosotros para una sesión informativa gratuita con el equipo de @chiworkerscollaborative y uno de sus abogados de inmigración para aprender sobre lo que puede hacer y los recursos en la ciudad de Chicago. Navegar por nuestro entorno ... More

Entre Comunidad

Movement on Montrose, 2951 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago

June 4, 2026, 6 p.m. - June 9, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join us for Entre Comunidad ✨ An evening of food, drinks, music, networking, and collective impact in support of Latino Union of Chicago’s work alongside immigrant workers across our city. 📍 Thursday, June 4 ⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Come connect with community, build relationships, and support ... More

A Night of Impact

1111 N. Wells St, Chicago

June 5, 2026, 6 p.m. - June 6, 2026, 10 p.m.

We’re proud to welcome Stacy Davis Gates, President of the Chicago Teachers Union, as a guest speaker at A Night of Impact on June 5, 2026. As President of the Chicago Teachers Union, Stacy Davis Gates has been a leading advocate for educational equity, racial justice, affordable housing, and str... More

Creative Design Lab IF-THEN

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park, Chicago

June 6, 2026, 11 a.m.

June 6th, witness 5 artists use improvisational performance as a pathway to ancestral wisdom, storytelling, and social innovation. The Creative Design Lab welcomes @amarixamai, @itspochop , @faylitahicks, @erenbergstacy and jireh into a vibrant space where Black, Brown, and Indigenous voices lead... More

Danny Katz Key Master Seminar

Foundation Chicago, 1530 W. 21st Street, Chicago

June 6, 2026, noon - June 6, 2026, 2 p.m.

Professor @bettercallkvlt is coming back to Chicago to teach an exclusive fundraising seminar, June 6! Check the link in our bio or scan the poster qr code to register! Donations of $50 get you a single admission ticket and $100 gets you admission plus an event ticket. Proceeds go to support our ser... More

"Earth's Greatest Enemy" Documentary and Discussion

Lake Street Church, 1450 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL, 60201

June 6, 2026, 2 p.m. - June 6, 2026, 5 p.m.

Join us for “Earth’s Greatest Enemy,” a groundbreaking 2025 anti-imperialist environmental documentary by Abby Martin of the Empire Files. Exempt from international climate agreements and rarely scrutinized in mainstream reporting, the Pentagon is the world’s single largest institutional polluter... More

Dance to Donate!

The Menomonee Club, 1535 N. Dayton St, Chicago

June 7, 2026, 4 p.m. - June 7, 2026, 6 p.m.

Come through for our next dance workshop where @riaotwani will be teaching a high-energy, fun-filled Bollywood workshop for her birthday month🕺🥳 100% of all contributions (ticket sales + extra kind donations) will be going to @doctorsagainstgenocide, @thepcrf, and @sdnrlffund ❤️‍🩹 🎟️ $15 minim... More

Do NOT Attempt to Communicate to the Inmates Through the Fence!

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 8, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 8, 2026, 8 p.m.

Zhandarka Kurti and Jarrod Shanahan (States of Incarceration, Skyscraper Jails) host the filmmaker of WE’RE TOO HOT and Breaking the Fourth Wall, chronicling revolts that have occurred inside and outside of the St. Louis jails over the course of 10 years. Films: WE’RE TOO HOT follows a rowdy... More

Socialism or Barbarism

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

June 9, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - June 30, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

An Introduction to Rosa Luxemburg Join us for a four-week intensive seminar on the thought of Rosa Luxemburg led by Audrey Nicolaides. For Rosa Luxemburg, civilization faced a choice: “socialism or barbarism.” But how to actually achieve socialism was the driving preoccupation of Luxemburg’s lif... More

Courage or Complicity? How Veterans Are Responding to the Assault on Democracy

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 9, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 9, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join Pilsen Community Books for an urgent conversation with authors Suzanne Gordon and Steve Early to discuss their work, Courage or Complicity? How Veterans Are Responding to the Assault on Democracy, a searing indictment of political betrayal and a big salute to vets organizing against it, reveali... More

Unions of Our Own

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 10, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 10, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us as we welcome Daniel Gross and Peter Cole to the store for a discussion of Gross's new book Unions of Our Own, an actionable, inviting, and confidence-boosting philosophy on how to tackle problems in your workplace and win. Our workplaces urgently need to get better, but change can feel m... More

2026 NLG Chicago Celebration!

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

June 11, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us at Haymarket House on June 11th for a night of celebration and reflection as we sustain NLG Chicago’s work for another year together! Get your tickets at bit.ly/nlgc2026 For decades, NLG Chicago has stood alongside communities resisting state violence, and each year, our annual celebra... More

It Is Not Enough to Survive: The Young Patriots Story

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 11, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 11, 2026, 8 p.m.

Pilsen Community Books welcomes Jesse Montgomery and William Harris to the store for an event in celebation of It Is Not Enough to Survive: The Young Patriots Story. This event is cosponsored by Chicago Union of Tenants. Formed in the late 1960s, the Young Patriots Organization was a Chicago-base... More

'Points of Departure'—A Harry Cleaver Reader Release Party

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 12, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 12, 2026, 8 p.m.

"Refuse work. Revolt against capitalism. Read Harry Cleaver. In that order. Repeat." Join Pilsen Community Books as we welcome organizers and co-editors Robert Ovetz and Kevin Van Meter to the store for a conversation with activist and Hillbilly Nationalists, Urban Race Rebels, and Black Power co... More

Radical Caregivers Play Date

Welles Nature Play Space, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave, Chicago

June 13, 2026, 10 a.m. - June 13, 2026, noon

Brought to you by Avondale Mutual Aid.... More

What Blooms After ICE?

June 13, 2026, 4 p.m. - June 13, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us on June 13 in asking, what blooms when ICE melts? 🌸 It's On Us: A Day of Art and Action, is a celebration of Chicago freedom struggles with performances and art programming by Jamila Woods, Taína Asili, Damon Williams, Kristiana Rae Colón, and Maria Gaspar. There will be workshops, soapbo... More

GTTO DVSN Pride FUNKTION

2100 S. Morgan St, Chicago

June 13, 2026, 9 p.m. - June 14, 2026, 1 a.m.

WELCOME TO THE PRIDE FUNKTION, BABY 🌈💋 Hosted in collaboration with OCAD (Organized Communities Against Deportations), this isn’t your corporate rainbow happy hour. This is for the dolls, the divas, the lovers, the loudmouths, the hotties, the heartbreakers, and everybody serving face all night l... More

Second Sunday Pride Salon

Colvin House, 5940 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago

June 14, 2026, 5 p.m. - June 14, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate PRIDE with a variety of Chicagoland LGBTQ artists and allies: Performances, exhibition, good friends and conversation and a rainbow of food & drink, all in the parlor of the historic Chicago Landmark, *COLVIN HOUSE. MUSIC • Jazz Lady ROBIN WATSON PHOTOGRAPHY • CHUCK KRAMER ... More

Alison Kinney and Rachel León at Pilsen Community Books

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 15, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 15, 2026, 8 p.m.

Rachel León and Alison Kinney come to the store for a reading and conversation about writing stories of resistance, joy, and hope amidst an ongoing crisis in celebration of their new books How We See the Gray and United States of Rejection. About Rachel León's How We See the Gray: Foster care ... More

Chicago Appleseed Spring Luncheon

Ivy Room, 12 E. Ohio St, Chicago

June 16, 2026, 11:30 a.m. - June 16, 2026, 1:30 p.m.

Chicago Appleseed invites you to join our spring luncheon at the Ivy Room to uplift leaders in our community and celebrate our collective efforts for justice. We are proud to honor Robert Held, a lawyer and community activist whose viral videos and national media interviews have focused on protec... More

Black Metropolis Research Consortium 20th Anniversary Symposium on Black Chicago

1100 E. 57th St, Chicago

June 17, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - June 18, 2026, 5 p.m.

Have you seen the headline speakers for the BMRC Symposium on Black Chicago? Davarian Baldwin will offer the keynote speech, “Second City No More: How Black Chicago Moved to the Center of History,” Amani Morrison will launch her new book, "A Kitchenette to Fit Your Needs: Housing Chicago's Great... More

Jay Besemer and Joe Hall at Pilsen Community Books

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

June 18, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 18, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us as we welcome Jay Besemer and Joe Hall to the store for a reading from their books On Being Half-Imaginary and Buffalo Free Rapid Transit. About On Being Half-Imaginary: An experimental, hybrid exploration of personal archives, memory, identity and time (travel), On Being Half-Imaginar... More

Honey Pot Performance 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago

June 19, 2026, noon

SAVE THE DATE! Honey Pot Performance’s 2nd annual Juneteenth festival celebrates Black resilience, cultural memory, and collective joy. Building on the momentum of our Pleasure Power Portal project, this daylong gathering invites families, neighbors, and visitors to enjoy food, music, performance... More

Black to the Future

Coprosperity Sphere, 3219 S. Morgan St, Chicago

June 19, 2026, 2 p.m. - June 19, 2026, 7 p.m.

An Afrofuturistic Juneteenth Party 06.19 — WE’RE STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE. Join TREEHAUS at Co-Prosperity for BLACK TO THE FUTURE — an Afrofuturistic Juneteenth day party celebrating Black joy, music, art, and community ✨ Expect Hip-Hop, R&B, House, Afrobeats + more alongside curated vendor... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

June 20, 2026, 11 a.m. - June 20, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Pregnant & Postpartum Parent Party

Shine Bright Community Center, 8560 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago

June 20, 2026, 1 p.m. - June 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and care for pregnant and newly postpartum parents on the South Side. Our Pregnant & Postpartum Parent Party is a joyful community gathering designed to support families as they move through pregnancy and early parenthood. Whether this is your ... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

June 25, 2026, noon - June 25, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Free Citizenship Workshop

9838 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, IL

June 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - June 27, 2026, 3 p.m.

ATTENTION: the AAAN will be hosting a citizenship workshop on June 27th! Come fill out an N400 or N600 application for free. Please call 708.634.7272 or 708.209.0228 to reserve your spot and if you have any immigration related questions or concerns! تنبيه: ستستضيف منظمة AAAN ورشة عمل خاصة بطلبات ... More

Chicago Dyke March & Rally

Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood (exact location TBA)

June 27, 2026, 1 p.m.

It’s finally here—the return of the Chicago Dyke March & Rally! After a short hiatus, we are BACK just in time to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Join us at Dvorak Park in Pilsen on SATURDAY, JUNE 27th for a day of marching, community building, performances, and more. (Starting point for the march i... More

Clear Your Record, Change Your Future

2800 N. Kildare Ave, Chicago

June 28, 2026, 1 p.m. - June 28, 2026, 4 p.m.

Register at www.socialchange.site Free eligibility checks.... More

Online Discussion for Radical Caregivers

On-line

June 29, 2026, 8 p.m. - June 29, 2026, 9 p.m.

Brought to you by Avondale Mutual Aid. Scan the QR code in the graphic to register.... More

Mujeres on the Run

Lincoln Park, Chicago

July 11, 2026, 9 a.m.

Mujeres on the Run is here again to empower and celebrate women in the community through its 5k Run and Walk. The Mujeres on the Run 5k fosters running as a way to stay healthy, build positive relationships, and share time with family and friends. This event is open to everyone regardless of gen... More

AWAN Conference 2026

TBA

July 11, 2026, 9 a.m. - July 12, 2026, 9 p.m.

A year ago we officially founded the Anti War Action Network. We have now grown to 27 affiliates who work together on national days of action to grow the anti war movement, and pressure to end aid to Israel and to demand an end to US intervention in Venezuela. Mark your calendars for July 11 & 12... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

July 11, 2026, 11 a.m. - July 11, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Canopy of Care

Shubas/Tied House, 3157 N. Southport Ave, Chicago

July 15, 2026, 6 p.m. - July 15, 2026, 8 p.m.

You’re invited to our 2026 annual fundraiser! Tickets are on sale now for "CWHC's Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community." Join us Wednesday, July 15th from 6-8pm at Schubas / Tied House. Like a tree in a thriving forest ecosystem, CWHC grows in community. At Canopy of Care, yo... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

July 23, 2026, noon - July 23, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Queer Tastes: Unconventional Representation in Horror Films

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

July 24, 2026, 7 p.m. - July 24, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join Pilsen Community Books as they welcome Cat Voleur and Jane Keranen for an event in celebration of Voleur's new book Queer Tastes: Unconventional Representation in Horror Films. Pansexual author Cat Voleur guides readers through twenty film recommendations selected from over eighty years of sca... More

Black August

Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago

Aug. 5, 2026, 7 p.m. - Aug. 5, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Join poets Kemi Alabi, I.S. Jones, and Meredith Nnoka for a reading and conversation in celebration of Black August, a 50-year tradition that began in U.S. prisons and jails to commemorate key events in the ongoing movement against incarceration. This event is free and open to the public. Kemi Al... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

Aug. 8, 2026, 11 a.m. - Aug. 8, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Collective Care Circle

TBD

Aug. 8, 2026, noon - Aug. 8, 2026, 4 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE! Radical Public Health is hosting a community care event on Saturday, August 8th from 12-4 PM (location TBD), and the event is open to all! Join us for a community potluck and healing space, including a community altar and various modes of healing outside of traditional Western medicin... More

Latch & Stroll 2026

Russell Square Park, 3045 E. 83rd St, Chicago

Aug. 29, 2026, 11 a.m. - Aug. 29, 2026, 3 p.m.

A celebration of Black Breastfeeding Week Saturday, August 29th | 11AM - 3PM Russell Square Park Join us for our biggest community event of the year!!! We'll gather for an afternoon of community, connection, resources, and celebrations for families across the South Side. More details coming s... More

2026 Socialism Conference

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago

Sept. 4, 2026, 9 a.m. - Sept. 7, 2026, 2 p.m.

We are living through the reshaping of the world. Neighborhood raids and imperial aggression aim to create compliance and pacification. But against the forces of fear and division, our communities are standing up with stunning acts of bravery and organization. Old networks and tactics are being r... More

CAIR-Chicago's Annual Gala

Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oak Brook Terrace, IL

Sept. 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

🎉 Join us for CAIR-Chicago’s 2026 Annual Banquet Gala on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. Stay tuned for exciting details, featured guests, and ticket sales coming soon! EDITOR'S NOTE: THE TIME LISTED IS SIMPLY A PLACE-HOLDER. STAY TUNED FOR ACTUAL TIME & TICKET DE... More

The Infrastructure of Compassion: Rethinking Public Health in the Fentanyl Era

3520 S Halsted St, Chicago

Oct. 18, 2026, 10 a.m. - Oct. 18, 2026, 11 a.m.

MacArthur Fellows Nabarun Dasgupta and Gregg Gonsalves on their life-saving work. In recent years, the opioid epidemic and dangers of fentanyl have dominated headlines, resulting in a greater understanding of those who use drugs. Join us for a conversation with two leading voices in the field of ... More