- 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
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
Independent Labor Club of Chicago Monthly Meeting
Chicago Public Library Lincoln Park Branch, 1150 W. Fullerton Ave, Chicago
May 24, 2026, 2 p.m. - May 24, 2026, 4 p.m.
Our monthly member meeting is coming up this Sunday! If you are not yet a member this month's meeting is a perfect time to check us out. We will be planning some chill summer activities, and there will be time for open discussion about recent political issues. Stick around after the meeting to hang ... 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
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
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
'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
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
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
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
Taco Fundraiser for Centro de Trabajadores Unidos
9805 S. Ewing Ave, Chicago
May 22, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 22, 2026, 3 p.m.
🔥 Place your order by calling at (773)909-3218. 🌮 We have our Taco fundraiser this Friday! 3 tacos of your choice of steak, chicken & pork. ——- 🔥 ¡Haz tu pedido llamando a (773)909-3218. 🌮 ¡Vamos a tener nuestra recaudación de fondos este viernes de tacos! Será tres tacos de su elección de a... 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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