Students for Justice in Palestine Bonfire Social

Hartigan Beach, Chicago

Wed, Sept. 2, 2026, 6:30 PM

SJP Loyola is excited to kick off the year with our annual bonfire! Join us for a fun and relaxing evening at Hartigan Beach on Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:30 PM. Come meet the board, enjoy some snacks, get creative with canvas painting, and play some games! Feel free to bring your favorite games,... More

PSL Interest Meeting - Get Organized to Fight for Socialism

Round Lake Public Library, 906 Hart Rd. Round Lake, IL

Wed, Sept. 2, 2026, 6:00 PM

Join us at our upcoming Interest Meeting where we will have a discussion and Q&A with attendees about what the Party for Socialism and Liberation is, what we are working on locally, and how you can join the movement to build a socialist future and for our collective liberation! ✊🏼... More

Sex Ed Trivia

Punch House Chicago, 1227 W. 18th St, Chicago

Wed, Sept. 2, 2026, 6:00 PM to Wed, Sept. 2, 2026, 8:00 PM

💭We’re so excited to welcome @sexpectationschi back to Punch House for Sex Ed Trivia on September 2nd from 6-8PM! Test your knowledge, learn something new, and come have a good time with a little friendly competition on topics from history to anatomy to pop culture. A portion of the night’s pr... More

Oak Lawn PD - STAND DOWN!

Oak Lawn Village Hall, 9446 Raymond Ave, Oak Lawn, IL

Wed, Sept. 2, 2026, 6:00 PM

In a direct response to cops from the Oak Lawn Police Department (OLPD) assaulting a 14-year-old Palestinian American child at the Oak Lawn Fire & Police Commission meeting on August 5th, 2026, the Arab American Action Network (AAAN), Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (CAARPR)... More

What Anarchism Offers a World on Fire

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 7:00 PM to Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 8:00 PM

Celebrate the release of Visions and Interventions: Thirty Years of Perspectives on Anarchist Theory and Anarchist Panther: Selected Writings of Ashanti O. Alston, both new from AK Press. Join former Black Panther Ashanti Alston and Paul Messersmith-Glavin from the Perspectives on Anarchist Theory c... More

Learning From Defeats on the Road to Revolution

Chicago Liberation Center, 2712 W. Cermak Road, Chicago

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 6:30 PM to Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 8:30 PM

Every revolution in history has come on the backs of hundreds of defeats. How does this help us define and recognize victories that go beyond winning immediate gains? Temporary defeats function as a school—they produce lessons, develop leaders and movements, and sharpen political consciousness. From... More

Accessing Pre-Trial Freedom

Grace Place, 637 S. Dearborn St, Chicago

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 6:00 PM

Since the Pretrial Fairness Act went into effect, community and policy organizations have worked together to ensure that our communities fully benefit from this historic civil rights legislation. This year, three reports were released about different aspects of the law, and a lawsuit was filed over ... More

United Working Families' Southside Town Hall on the City Budget

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

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 5:30 PM

📣 Calling all South and Westside residents to join @uwfillinois to learn and discuss how the Chicago city budget gets passed and how we can tax big corporations to fund youth jobs, public mental health, education, violence prevention and more! RSVP by screen shotting either flyer and clicking the... More

March for Our Lives

Pioneer Court, 401 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 4:30 PM

After months of back to back negotiations without a settlement, Chicago hotel workers are ready to take action. Join us on Tuesday, September 1, one day after our contracts expire, as we march together for a fair contract, higher wages that reflect the value of our work, and the ability to suppor... More

Illinois Prison Project Free On-Line Legal Clinic

Virtual

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 4:00 PM to Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 5:00 PM

Did you know that IPP's legal team offers a free online legal clinic on the first Tuesday and third Saturday of each month? If you're supporting an incarcerated loved one, please join us to learn more about pathways to release such as clemency, parole, medical release, and more. 🗓️ Next clinic is T... More

Law For Black Lives 'The Building Tour'

Register to receive location info

Tue, Sept. 1, 2026, 9:00 AM to Thu, Sept. 3, 2026, 5:00 PM

Registration is Live! Join us for The Power Building Tour - Chicago, September 1-3!⁠ ⁠ Defending Black communities and organizations while working towards liberation is ongoing work that requires a multi-front strategy and an expansive toolkit. We know our liberation is carved out by the hyper-loc... More

Philosophy and Revolution book group

Sulzer Regional Library, Study Room A, 4455 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Mon, Aug. 31, 2026, 6:00 PM to Mon, Aug. 31, 2026, 7:30 PM

News and Letters Committees invites you to a hybrid (online and in-person) book group on "Philosophy and Revolution" by Raya Dunayevskaya Learn about Marxist-Humanism by participating in a study group on the philosophy the right wing despises and totally mischaracterizes. This week’s chapter one,... More

Dinners for Survivance - Kurdish Dinner

Marz Community Brewing Company, 3630 S. Iron St, Chicago

Mon, Aug. 31, 2026, 5:30 PM to Mon, Aug. 31, 2026, 9:00 PM

Monday, August 31st - KURDISH DINNER Led by artist Belzar Aradini and Beimal Yazdanparast Hosted by sisters Beizar Aradini and Beimal Yazdanparast, this dinner centers on what it means to cook as part of the Kurdish diaspora. Raised in Nashville, Tennessee, home to one of the largest Kurdish com... More

Pack the Court for Marlon Giles

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

Mon, Aug. 31, 2026, 9:30 AM

⚡️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: Marlon Giles on August 31st (9:30am) • Rm 308 • In PERSON ONLY... More

Chicago Community Jail Support New Volunteer Training

Near 27th & California Ave, Chicago

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 6:00 PM to Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 9:00 PM

Want to get involved with CCJS? We are entirely volunteer-run offering snacks, water, cigarettes, rides, and support for people getting out of CCJ, their families, and the surrounding community. During these training shifts, you’ll be shown the ropes, work a shift on the ground, and meet other new v... More

'American Doctor' @ Gene Siskel Theater

Gene Siskel Theater, 164 N. State Street, Chicago

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 4:00 PM to Thu, Sept. 3, 2026, 6:15 PM

AMERICAN DOCTOR is showing in Chicago! A powerful new film following three American doctors as they navigate medicine, war, and the human cost of conflict. 📍 Chicago & Chicagoland screenings 🎥 Gene Siskel Film Center — August 28–September 3 🎥 Wilmette Theatre — beginning September 4 🎥 Alamo... More

Ride for Palestine!

400 E. Monroe St, Chicago

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 3:00 PM

Join us as we hit the streets of Chicago once again to bring visibility to the ongoing struggle and stand up for human rights. Bring your bikes, your flags, your noise, and your friends! The bigger our bike bus, the safer we ride. 📅 When: Sunday, August 30 at 3:00 PM 📍 Start: 400 East Monroe ... More

International Day of the Detained & Disappeared

Mexican Consulate, 204 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 2:00 PM

Corriente Popular Damian Garcia joins the call for solidarity this August 30th on the international day of the disappeared and detained. Join us that day at the Mexican consulate in Chicago on behalf of the 130,000+ disappeared people in Mexico, and around the world. We unite with Sol Rojo Mexico in... More

Monthly Independent Labor Club Meeting

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 2:00 PM to Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 4:00 PM

Our next monthly member meeting is this Sunday! ​At this month's meeting we will be discussing: ​✶ Takeaways and next steps from our first ILC convention! ​ ✶ Our calendar for the rest of the year, including but not limited to: ╰┈➤ Upcoming film screenings 🎥 ╰┈➤ Comrade baby shower! 🌼 ╰┈➤ Ra... More

Chicago DSA Uptown Office Open House

4750 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago

Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 1:00 PM to Sun, Aug. 30, 2026, 4:00 PM

Have you heard our big news? Chicago DSA just opened a second office location at the Institute of Cultural Affairs in Uptown! Join us on Sunday, August 30th to celebrate the new space, enjoy refreshments with comrades, and learn more about our fight to build working class power in Chicago. For more ... More