Aida Returns - Palestine Film Festival
Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago
Nov. 2, 2024, 4:30 p.m.
Join Us for Palestine Cinema Days in Chicago at Haymarket House. On the somber anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, observed on November 2nd, we are joining Haymarket and Palestine Legal to screen “Aida Returns,” directed by Carol Mansour. The event is FREE, but a donation is suggested, whi... More
No Votes for Genocide!
100 E Wacker Drive, Chicago (corner of N. Michigan Ave & E. Wacker Drive)
Nov. 2, 2024, 1 p.m.
Part of a National Day of Action sponsored by the Palestinian Youth Movement. We want to make it clear: we will not vote for #genocide this presidential election! Both candidates and parties have unconditionally funded terrorist and genocidal #IsraeliOccupation and its #GazaGenocide and massacres... More
Chicago Anarchist Skillshare
Westside Justice Center, 601 S. California Ave, Chicago
Nov. 2, 2024, noon - Nov. 3, 2024, 9 p.m.
Let's take care of each other...so we can be dangerous together. A three-day event beginning today (starting yesterday) with today's and tomorrow's events at the Westside Justice Center. [email protected]... More
Prison Liberation Project Community Circle
Walls Turned Sideways, 2717 W. Madison St, Chicago
Nov. 2, 2024, 8 a.m. - Nov. 2, 2024, 5 p.m.
Open to All Formerly Incarcerated People! Walls Turned Sideways is wheelchair accessible, and has two ADA bathrooms. We ask that visitors refrain from using perfumes or other heavily scented items in order to minimize risks to people with chemical sensitivities. Please don’t hesitate to con... More
STOP's 20th Anniversary Gala!
South Shore Country Club, 7059 S South Shore Dr, Chicago (wheelchair-accessible)
Nov. 1, 2024, 7 p.m. - Nov. 1, 2024, 10 p.m.
Southside Together Organizing for Power invites you to donate from afar, and/or get tickets for their BIGGEST-EVER gala, at https://www.stopchicago.org/news/gala24 Tickets are discounted until October 4 (down from $60). Enjoy a buffet, live band, DJ, dance floor, and cash bar as we celebrate a... More
Chicago Anarchist Skillshare
Patchworn Farms, 2825 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago
Nov. 1, 2024, 6 p.m. - Nov. 1, 2024, 10 p.m.
Let's take care of each other...so we can be dangerous together. A three-day event beginning today at Patchworn Farms (different location Saturday & Sunday). [email protected]... More
Chicagoans for a Ceasefire
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 925 W Diversey Parkway, Chicago
Nov. 1, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Public Meeting. End the massacre in Gaza! Stop the war on Lebanon! Workers + students unite for peace in the Middle East! It's been one year since Israel began its genocidal onsluahgt on Gaza. What it's going to take to actually win a ceasefire in the Middle East and an end to the historic occupa... More
Consent is King
Black Cultural Center Gallery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Addams Hall 2nd floor, 830 S Halsted, Chicago
Nov. 1, 2024, 5 p.m. - Nov. 1, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Workshop and roundtable discussion on affirmative consent, with guest speaker Yazzie (Yasmine) Dukan, Assistant Director of the Gender and Sexuality Center.... More
Where Olive Trees Weep: No One is Free Until We Are All Free
Location TBA
Nov. 1, 2024, 5 p.m.
"Where Olive Treees Weep" is a documentary that highlights hte struggles and resilience of Palestinians under Israeli occupation, focusing on themes of loss, trauma and justice. It features Palestinian jouranlist Ashira Darwish, activist Ahed Taminmi, Israel journalist Amira Hass, and Dr .Gabor ... More
TIFs, Taxes & Orland Park
Georgios Quality Inn Banquets & Conference Centre, 8800 W. 159th Street, Orland Park, IL
Oct. 30, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Oct. 30, 2024, 9 p.m.
A Town Hall Meeting for Orland Park Homeowners to understand the three new TIFs the Village of Orland Park board is considering. Homeowners and taxpayers in the Village of Orland Park are invited to attend a free special town hall meeting to understan how the three new TIFs will impact our community... More
The World Stands With Cuba & Palestine!
Federal Plaza, corner of Adams & Dearborn Streets, Chicago
Oct. 30, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Stop the genocide, lift the blockade! Rally to end the blockade of Cuba. Carelia Drake and Christina Perez will be among the speakers.... More
No Votes for Genocide ART BUILD!
MOTW Coffee and Pastries, 4931 Route 59, Ste 105, Naperville, IL
Oct. 29, 2024, 8 p.m. - Oct. 29, 2024, 10 p.m.
Come together with fellow activists to create impactful yard signs, posters, and stickers. Customize your own yard sign for just $5! Let’s raise awareness and stand against genocide through art and action. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the community and make a difference!... More
Endgame: Economic Nationalism and Global Decline
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th Street, Chicago
Oct. 29, 2024, 7 p.m.
Jamie Merchant discusses their book with Tyler Zimmer. Masks are required.... More
Volunteer With the Rogers Park Free Store
Location TBA
Oct. 29, 2024, 7 p.m. - Oct. 29, 2024, 8:30 p.m.
Come to a training session so you can volunteer! Email us for info at [email protected]... More
The History of Palestine: A Century of Resilience and Perserverance in Five Sessions
16W560 91st Street, Willowbrook, IL
Oct. 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Oct. 29, 2024, 8 p.m.
Mecca Center in collaboration with AMP Chicago presents a five-part weekly history of Palestine with Tarek Khalil, AMP Education Director. Session 5: Palestine from 1948-1949... More
Voices of Resilience: The Struggles of Women in Gaza
Loyola University, Roger's Park Campus, Damen Hall MBR North, 1110 W. Sheridan Road, Chicago
Oct. 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Join us Tuesday, October 29th at 6:30pm in Damen MPR North for Voices of Resilience: The Struggles of Women in Gaza with SJP Loyola! We’ll be sharing powerful stories of strength and survival, focusing on the experiences of women in Gaza. Bring your friends to this impactful event as we highlight th... More
Keeping It Real: Beyond the Ballot
Women's Justice Institute, 2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago
Oct. 29, 2024, 6 p.m. - Oct. 29, 2024, 9 p.m.
A Community Justice Forum with: Renaldo Hudson, Illinois Prison Project; Alex Boutros, ChicagoVotes; Colette Payne, Women's Justice Institute; Bella BAHS, Arts Activist; and Jimmy Soto, #BuildCommunitiesNotPrisons. Moderated by Brandis Friedman, WTTW/Chicago Tonight.... More
UIC Stands With Cuba! End the Blockade!
University of Illinois at Chicago, UIC Quad - south of Harrison St, west of Halsted Street, Chicago
Oct. 29, 2024, 1 p.m.
Part of an international day of action. Guest speaker SEIU Local 73 Secretary Treasurer Joseph Richert.... More
Harlan County, U.S.A.
Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, 164 N State St, Chicago
Oct. 28, 2024, 8:30 p.m. - Oct. 28, 2024, 9 p.m.
Join the Labor Branch of Chicago Democratic Socialists of America for an outing to the Siskel Film Center during this month's series of labor-related film screenings. We'll be seeing the 1976 film Harlan County, U.S.A., a documentary about Kentucky miners' struggle against the violence and repressio... More
Fall Fundraiser for Chicago Abortion Fund
Haymarket House, 800 W Buena Ave, Chicago
Oct. 28, 2024, 6 p.m. - Oct. 28, 2024, 8 p.m.
Chicago For Abortion Rights and other community groups are hosting a fall fundraiser to support the Chicago Abortion Fund! We will have a backyard showing of Practical Magic (PG-13), crafts, fall snacks, and raffle! Bring a blanket and join us on the lawn of Haymarket House.... More