- ICIRR (for immigration-related arrests and ICE sightings): 855-435-7693
- NLG Hotline (if you are arrested at a protest or for political activity): 872-465-4244
- Cook County Public Defender hotline (if you are arrested in Chicago or any other city or town in Cook County): 844-817-4448
- First Defense Legal Aid Hotline (to report police, federal law enforcement, or national guard misconduct): 800-529-7374
Pack the Court for Abdul-Malik Muhammed
Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 306, Chicago
July 21, 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) Day 1: Abdul-Malik Muhammad on Tuesday, July 21 (9:30) • Room 306 - In person only. (2)... More
Court Support - Chairman Fred Hampton, Jr.
Cook County Courthouse, 555 W. Harrison St, Chicago
July 21, 2026, 9 a.m.
Please support Chairman Fred Hampton Jr of the @blackpantherpartycubs in fighting against unfounded attacks aiming to put him in prison!... More
Rush Nurses Won a Union - How Did They Do It & How Can You
Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St, Room 200, Chicago
July 20, 2026, 8 p.m.
If you've ever wondered: * What is a union and why should you build one? * What needs to change at your workplace, and how can a union help? * What at the best methods for building a strong union campaign? * What demands will inspire your coworkers? ...join Rush nurses for an organizing mee... More
Show Up Chicago: A Community Gathering & Political Panel Show
The Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia, Chicago
July 20, 2026, 7 p.m.
🍻Show Up Chicago is back next Monday, July 20th! Our monthly mix of community gathering, cocktail hour, and political panel is hosted by the Blue Beginning chapter of Indivisible Chicago at one of the city’s most iconic saloons, The Hideout! 🌹This month’s theme: Our Socialist Moment. Are we havin... More
Learning about Marxist-Humanism: Philosophy and Revolution book group
Sulzer Regional Library, Study Room B, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago
July 20, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - July 20, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
News and Letters Committees invites you to the inaugural meeting of a hybrid in-person/online book group on Philosophy and Revolution Learn about Marxist-Humanism and join a study group on the philosophy the right wing despises and totally mischaracterizes. Explore the truth about this philosophy... More
Post Card Writing Event!
Burke's Public House, 5401 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago
July 19, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - July 19, 2026, 8 p.m.
Our next Monthly Gathering is Sunday!! Community is where it’s at! Coming together to chat with friends and meet new neighbors is crucial in our fight for our Democracy. This month we will be writing to Congress about family and children treatment while in ICE detention. We will also be advocatin... More
The Victories and Contradictions of Revolution in Syria’s Northeast, 14 Years On
Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago
July 19, 2026, 5 p.m. - July 19, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
July 19 of this year marks the 14th anniversary of the radically democratic, socialist, and women-led revolution ongoing in Syria’s northeast. It is also the first anniversary to pass since the devastating events of January 2026, during which an American/Israeli-approved offensive by the post-Assad ... More
For Freedom and Equality
Co-Prosperity Sphere, 3219 S. Morgan St, Chicago
July 19, 2026, 5 p.m. - July 19, 2026, 7 p.m.
Woman Life Freedom No to war No to Islamic Republic No to foreign intervention For Freedom and Equality is an evening of Iranian music followed by an informal conversation. Join us in conversation on the current political moment, the war on Iran, and the ongoing struggles for freedom, ... More
Mass Meeting
Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago
July 19, 2026, 4 p.m.
Join us on July 19th at 4pm at Nabala Cafe, as we hold a mass meeting to discuss next steps for long-term class-conscious organization of queer and trans people across Chicago. This meeting serves as a starting point to figure out our concrete day-to-day needs and struggles on the neighborhood and s... More
Arepas & Open Mic Fundraiser for Venezuela
Cedillo's Fresh Produce, 325 W. 70th Pl, Chicago
July 19, 2026, 1 p.m. - July 19, 2026, 3 p.m.
EDITOR'S NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO AUGUST 2ND DUE TO TODAY'S HAZARDOUS SMOKE. 🇻🇪 Desliza para español. Link in bio for tickets. Enlace en la biografía para las entradas. Sunday, July 19 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm | Cedillo's Fresh Produce (325 W 70th Pl) | $25 Donation for Admission Domi... More
Collective Joy is Resistance Community Block Party
On Farwell St between Ashland & Greenview, Chicago
July 19, 2026, noon - July 19, 2026, 4 p.m.
Collective joy is resistance! PRP friends and Rogers Park neighbors are invited to head out to the street for grilling, music, games, and fun. We'll have a big screen showing the World Cup final and a bounce house! If you’re able, bring a side and drinks to share. Standard grill fare will be provide... More
In Memory of Joan Sebastian Guerrero: 2000-2026
McCormick Rd starting at W. Pratt and moving north, Lincolnwood / Skokie, IL
July 19, 2026, noon - July 19, 2026, 1:30 p.m.
EDITOR'S NOTE: WE HAVE JUST RECEIVED WORD THAT DUE TO THE POOR AIR QUALITY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO AUGUST 9TH. The violence seems to know no end but neither does our care and spirit. Speak up, show out and make clear our community values the dignity of each human life. 🗓️ Sunday, Ju... More
Freedom From and Freedom To
First Church of the Brethren, 425 S. Central Park Ave, Chicago
July 18, 2026, 7 p.m.
Hey y’all, buckle up and order tickets for Freedom From and Freedom To @freedom_from_and_freedom_to in collaboration with Honey Pot Performance @honeypotchicago on👇🏾 Saturday, July 18th, 2026 7pm @First Church of the Brethren (425 S. Central Park Blvd) Freedom From and Freedom To (FFFT) is ... More
What is Fascism?
Tone Deaf Records, 4356 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
July 18, 2026, 6 p.m.
A pay-what-you-can fundraiser for Malaya Chicago. $20 suggested entry donation. Join us for our teach-in and fundraiser at Tone Deaf Records! As an anti-fascist organization, we are taking this opportunity to talk about What is Fascism? and what this means for our communities and discussing how i... More
Artists Against the Blockade
Chicago Liberation Center, 2712 W. Cermak Road, Chicago
July 18, 2026, 6 p.m.
🇨🇺 Join us for an artist and volunteer social ahead of the annual Artists Against the Blockade event! Get to know the performers, vendors, and community members who are putting on Chicago’s biggest annual fundraiser for our Caribbean neighbors, and join the effort to help make AAB ‘26 a success. ... More
Summer Art Market & Fundraiser
Pilsen Community Books, 1513 W. 18th St, Chicago
July 18, 2026, 3 p.m. - July 18, 2026, 6 p.m.
Stay tuned for highlights from artists next month at this wonderful market and fundraiser at @pilsencommunitybooks Proceeds will support families in Al-Sham.... More
Memory Tea
320 E. 43rd St, Chicago
July 18, 2026, 2 p.m. - July 18, 2026, 4 p.m.
🔎The BMRC is looking for Chicagoans who remember the Dan Ryan Displaced.* Is that you or one of your relatives? 🫖🍵We are sponsoring two Memory Teas hosted by artist Candace Hunter (@chleeart ) on Saturday July 11th from 2-4PM and Saturday July 18th from 2-4PM. JOIN US at the BMRC "The Ways We R... More
ICE Out Now!
Little Village Arch (West 26th St. & S. Troy St, Chicago
July 18, 2026, noon
Less than one week after ICE’s murder of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, ICE has murdered another person in Biddeford, ME. In recent weeks, ICE detainments have surged to 2,000 per day across the country — a massive escalation driven by the White House and backed by billions in new ICE funding. T... More
Say Their Names Memorial March POSTPONED
Lexington & Beach St, Broadview, IL
July 18, 2026, noon - July 18, 2026, 2 p.m.
EDITOR'S NOTE: THIS EVENT HAVE BEEN POSTPONED. A NEW DATE HAS NOT BEEN ANNOUNCED YET. Join us on Saturday, July 18, from 12 PM to 2 PM, for our “Say Their Names” Memorial March in Broadview, Illinois. We need at least 220 people to participate, with each person carrying a tombstone representing ... More
Good Trouble Lives On
Arlington Heights Clocktower at the intersection of Arlington Heights Rd and Hwy 14 (Northwest Hwy), Arlington Hts, IL
July 18, 2026, noon - July 18, 2026, 2 p.m.
Election Integrity Event Gather round the Arlington Heights Clocktower at the intersection of Arlington Heights Rd and Hwy 14 (Northwest Hwy) .. for a fun yet IMPORTANT remembrance / protest Let us know you will be attending RSVP HERE-> https://mobilize.us/s/TF… The fight to protect voting r... More