Pop Up Market and Fundraiser for Palestinian & Syrian Refugees

Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

Sun, Sept. 13, 2026, 11:00 AM to Sun, Sept. 13, 2026, 5:00 PM

Stop by @nabalacafe on September 13th to peruse through a pop up fundraiser! I'll be selling my handmade tatreez in many forms, such as: ready to hang pieces, mini frames, wooden stitched keychains, and debuting ✨️tatreez jewelry✨️. Slide through the carousel to see my most recent offerings. Feel fr... More

House Party to Defend the Minnesota 15!

Chicago's Uptown neighborhood. Register to get address and more info.

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 7:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 11:00 PM

Don't Allow the Trump Administration to Criminalize Dissent! On June 16, the Federal government arrested fifteen people, out of the tens of thousands of people who took a stand against ICE terror in Minnesota. Like so many in Chicago during "Operation Midway Blitz," the Minnesota 15 opposed th... More

Whiskey Tit Reading

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

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 6:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 7:00 PM

Join us for a very special lineup of authors from the legendary indie press Whiskey Tit including Adam Axler, Tobias Carroll, Andrew Farkas, Dave Fitzgerald, Miette Gillette, David Scott Hay, Daniel A Hoyt, KT Mather, David Leo Rice, and Adam al-Sirgany. Adam Axler is a proud Clevelander who spen... More

Philippine Society & Revolution - Parts 1 & 2

RSVP for location

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 4:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 8:00 PM

Study with Malaya & PUSO Chicago ! 📚 Sharpen your knowledge of the Philippines by joining our two-session study on Philippine Society & Revolution (PSR). In Parts 1 & 2, we’ll cover the rich history of the Philippines and the Filipino people, from pre-colonial times, colonization, to the present ... More

You Have Friends Everywhere

Parking lot at S. Morgan & 32nd St, Chicago

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 4:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 7:00 PM

YOU HAVE FRIENDS EVERYWHERE OUTDOOR PARTY ALERT! SEPT 12TH 4-7PM ( AT THE PARKING LOT OF MORGAN ST AND 32ND ST ) COME TO OUR BBQ AND VOLUNTEER FAIR AT THE MILLENIUM BANK PARKING LOT TO MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AND ENJOY SOME FOOD & DRINKS! Bridgeport Alliance @bridgeportalliance Trash Castle @... More

Hey Chicago! Gary, IN Still Needs Our Help!

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 4:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 7:00 PM

Mutual Aid Donation Drive We are teaming up with our community partners to run a much-needed mutual aid drive for our longtime friend, Gary, Indiana. The goal is to help empower locals in Northwest Indiana to recover from last month's storm and build resilient community power in the process. P... More

Art Build for Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya

9838 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, IL

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 12:00 PM

Join USPCN this Saturday at noon, 12 PM central time, at 9838 S. Roberts Rd., for an art build! As we create art together in advance of the AMAM’s Board of Trustees meeting, we demand the immediate and unconditional release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya from Israeli jail. We continue to uplift his voice ... More

PNAP Open House

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 12:00 PM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 4:00 PM

⭐️ Join THE Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project for our first Open House!! 🤩 Get a chance to meet our staff, Organizing team, faculty, and community members. We’ll share a sneak peak at our upcoming 2026-2027 semester at Hill & Logan Prisons and Cook County Jail, updates from our organiz... More

PASO = Power

1903 N. Manheim Road, Melrose Park, IL

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 12:00 PM

Mobilization of Resistance commemorating the tragic death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez and calling out all of the violence people have faced at the hands of ICE. PASO helps anchor the rapid response team in Melrose Park and Franklin Park which is where Silverio was murdered. We want the whole wo... More

CHI311 Super Event

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 11:00 AM

📱 See a problem? Report it! Join NEU this Saturday for a neighborhood-wide CHI311 reporting walk. We’ll start with a quick rundown of how to use the CHI311 app, then split into small groups and walk the neighborhood reporting issues we find along the way. 📅 Saturday, September 12 ⏰ 11:00 AM ... More

A Conversation On Education and Equity

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 10:00 AM

The Rainbow PUSH Coalition is honored to welcome Dr. Glenda Glover, former President of Tennessee State University and former International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, as our keynote speaker for Saturday Morning Forum. Dr. Glover will discuss her new book, How Dare You,... More

Abolitionist Playdate

Horner Park Nature Play Space

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 10:00 AM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 12:00 PM

Join us in discussing and cultivating a future focused on dismantling systemic inequalities and building collective capacity for change, all while the kiddos play! 📍Horner Park Nature Play Space 🗓️September 12th 🕰️10am-12PM... More

DSA Weekend Events 9/11/26

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 10:00 AM to Sun, Sept. 13, 2026, 6:00 PM

Friday! Some more events for this weekend—check out our full calendar at chicagodsa.org to learn more about ways to get involved with our chapter and help us fight for the rights and dignity of working class people.... More

DACA Renewal Workshop

4000 S. Archer Ave, Chicago

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 10:00 AM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 1:00 PM

¡Corre la voz! It’s DACA renewal season🗣️ We’re working with Instituto del Progreso to provide financial aid to assist with the application fee, along with the legal assistance💪🏼 For questions or to schedule an appointment, please contact Guadalupe at: [email protected], 773-890-0055 —— ... More

National Day of Service

2556 N. Laramie Casita La Luna

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 9:30 AM to Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 2:00 PM

Help make the community better by cleaning it up.... More

1st Anniversary Memorial - Silverio Villegas Gonzalez

Grand Ave. & Emerson St., Franklin Park, IL

Sat, Sept. 12, 2026, 9:00 AM

🌼 **A Saturday with Hijas del Pueblo** Join us this Saturday, September 12, for a full day of community, remembrance, art, and togetherness as we honor Silverio Villegas González. ❤️ ⛪ **9 AM — Mass** 🌼 **10 AM — Civic Engagement Ceremony** 🎨 **9–11 AM — HDP Art Pop-Up** 📍 Emerson St. & Gra... More

Palestine 1936: Resistance, Rebellion & British Rule

Fri, Sept. 11, 2026, 7:15 PM

Join us for an important conversation with Tarek Khalil exploring the 1936 Palestinian uprising, the resistance to British colonial rule, and a pivotal chapter in the history of the Palestinian struggle. Palestine 1936: Resistance, Rebellion, and British Rule Friday, September 11 | 7:15 PM (afte... More

Transcendent Frequencies

Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

Fri, Sept. 11, 2026, 7:00 PM to Fri, Sept. 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

come outtttttttt💘. This month we’re featuring a long form set by @miss_ramonaaa. Don’t miss out on this because she’s wildly talented and her sets always make me cry. Plenty of open 15 minute slots, first come first serve. All genres welcome. DM @morriganmorriganmorrigan with any questions Host:... More

End the War on Gary - End the War on Black America

Fri, Sept. 11, 2026, 6:30 PM

Join us for another community meeting in Gary, IN! 📆 Friday, September 11 ⏰ 6:30PM 📍 1241 Grant St, Gary, IN 46404 Just a couple days after the power was restored, nine police officers murdered Kenneth Williams Sr. Residents across Gary are reporting a surge of power outages again with only ... More

Statewide Listening Tour - Building Civic Justice in Illinois

MAGR Gym, 5921 Darlene Dr, Rockford, IL

Fri, Sept. 11, 2026, 6:00 PM

Join the Muslim Civic Coalition for a listening session with the Rockford Muslim community. We want to hear directly from you about the challenges your community is facing, especially amid rising anti-Muslim hate, what support is needed, and what civic power can look like in Rockford. Your voice wil... More