Summer Bazaar - Everything Free!

4477 S. Archer Ave, Chicago

May 15, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 15, 2026, 1 p.m.

Wouldn’t it just be great to be able to shop for free clothes— pulguita style? 📣THAT’S WHY EVERYTHING MUST GO! Stop by our Summer Bazaar on May 15 from 9-1pm and pick up everything for everyone! For more information on clothing donations, text (872) 272-6172😎 ——— ¿No sería genial poder conse... More

Nakba Day Rally

University of Chicago Central Quad, 1100 E. 58th St, Chicago

May 15, 2026, 12:30 p.m.

Join us on Friday, May 15, at 12:30PM in the center quad as we commemorate the 78th anniversary of the 1948 ethnic cleansing of Palestine and rally in support of Iran and the Axis of Resistance!... More

African Liberation Day

The University of Chicago, Hutchinson Commons, 5706 S. University Avenue, Chicago

May 15, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 15, 2026, 6 p.m.

Please join PASC, BAP-Chicago, A-APRP, RMLA and EASA at this year’s ALD in Chicago, where we renew our dedication, enthusiasm, courage and ideological clarity towards a Liberated, Unified-Strong and Prosperous Africa We’ll be joined by Pan-African delegates, speakers, reps, and other progressive ... More

Illinois Future Fund Teach-In

Niko's Banquet Hall, 310 Stryker Ave, Joliet, IL

May 15, 2026, 5 p.m. - May 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

Join Equity and Transformation to learn about Illinois House Bill 4443. This bill aims to create the Illinois Future Fund, which would provide monthly payments of $500 directly into the hands of the individuals impacted by the War on Drugs. Come find out how this direct cash assistance can help repa... More

Nakba 78

On-line

May 15, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 15, 2026, 8 p.m.

78 years later, the Nakba is not just history — it is memory, resistance, and resilience carried across generations. 🇵🇸 Join us for an important online webinar as we reflect on the ongoing impact of the Nakba and hear from voices dedicated to preserving truth, justice, and Palestinian identity. ... More

Justice for Jalen Carpenter

First Presbyterian Church, 6400 S. Kimbark Ave, Chicago

May 15, 2026, 7 p.m.

Join us as we commemorate the life of community member Jalen Carpenter on what would be his 25th birthday, after he was brutally murdered by Illinois State Police on April 16. The police and the corporate media have been hiding the names of the two officers who killed him, in an attempt to cover ... More

Classical Concert Benefiting Immigrants & Refugees

1335 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago

May 15, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Join us for an evening of benefiting Centro Romero and enjoying classical music featuring artists from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Chicago Lyric Opera Orchestra! Our volunteer, Gail Dreyfuss, connected us with her brother who plays in the CSO. Help me promote this event by sharing it w... More

Justice & the American Map Redistricting, Representation & the Road Ahead

Operation PUSH, 930 E. 50th St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 8:30 a.m.

The fight for fair representation is happening right now. In the wake of Louisiana v. Callais, voting rights and the future of majority-Black districts stand at a critical crossroads. Join Rainbow PUSH on Saturday, May 16th for “What’s Next? Justice and the American Map” featuring Cleo Fields, co... More

Is Southeast Chicago at the Quantum Crossroads?

The Brew, 7101 S. Yates St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 16, 2026, noon

What do you want to know about the multibillion-dollar Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park? Come ask us! Join the Reader and local coffee shop the Brew for coffee, pastries, and a community-centered conversation about the proposed quantum computing megadevelopment being built at the former... More

Abolitionist Play Date for Radical Caregivers

Horner Park Nature Play Space, near N. California Ave and W. Belle Plaine, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 16, 2026, noon

The Radical Caregivers, who parent towards abolition, are meeting in May. Online, we’ll chat about caregiving as a site of political awakening on May 4. We’ll be in person, at the nature playspace in Horner again, on May 16. RSVP kindly needed: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeToqDs0Cxy... More

The Volunteer Fair

619 Howard St, Evanston

May 16, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 16, 2026, 3 p.m.

FIND YOUR THING ♻️ Come connect with 20+ local organizations making a difference across Evanston + Chicago’s northside. Whether you’re passionate about the environment, mentoring youth, or building stronger communities, there’s a place for you here. Plus: drinks, good people, and a space to... More

Domestic Work in the Diaspora

Register to get the address.

May 16, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 16, 2026, 2 p.m.

What is “domestic work” and what does it have to do with the Filipinx/a/o community? Join our next Seeding AFIRE this Saturday 5/16 to learn more about the nature and history of domestic work and why we continue to advocate for full implementation of the IL Bill of Rights for Domestic Workers. Regis... More

Planting Seeds 2026 Indigenous Zine Fest

Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 16, 2026, 3 p.m.

The Newberry Library and ZINEmercado are pleased to bring back PLANTING SEEDS - an Indigenous Zine Fest, on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 11AM to 3PM. This fest will feature #zines and prints by Indigenous and First Nations artists from around the globe. • Apply to vend at the fest via the link in bio... More

Save Our SNAP Block Party

Go Green Griot Plaza, 1201 E. 63rd St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, noon - May 16, 2026, 5 p.m.

Join us for the Save Our SNAP Block Party: a day of community, creativity, and collective action grounded in the moral declaration that no neighbor should go hungry. As SNAP cuts take effect this May, over 150,000 Illinois residents are at risk of losing access to food. In partnership with the Sa... More

Know Your Rights Canvass

Register to get the location: bit.ly/NoLfKYR

May 16, 2026, 1 p.m. - May 16, 2026, 4 p.m.

Join the Northside Lakefront Rapid Response Team on Saturday, 5/16 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to talk with our neighbors in Uptown about their rights and what to do if they encounter immigration enforcement. Additional information will be shared with registrants, and those who do not register will not be ... More

Ride for Palestine

Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 2 p.m.

Join us this Saturday, May 16th, for another Ride for Palestine! 🇵🇸🚴‍♂️ We’re starting at 2 PM at Daley Plaza for the flag-raising ceremony, then heading to the Lakefront Trail. New to city riding? Meet us for the second leg at the Chicago Yacht Club (400 E Monroe) starting at 3 PM. This is... More

From Chicago to Palestine - We Remember, We Rise

Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 2 p.m.

5th Annual Palestine Flag Raising Ceremony. 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸 Join American Muslims for Palestine for our 5th Annual Palestinian Flag-Raising Ceremony. We come together to commemorate 78 years since the Nakba, to honor those we’ve lost in Gaza and the West Bank, and to recognize the ongoing stru... More

Time to Spring Into Action - Whistle Packing!

Paradise Garden in Logan Square, 2214 N. Drake St, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 5 p.m. - May 16, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Come pack whistles with GSUS Illinois! Come pack whistles with GSUS Illinois! 📍Paradise Garden in Logan Square, Chicago. 🗓️ Saturday, May 16th (2 weeks after May Day Fest) ⏰ 5:00pm - 7:30pm Central Standard Time ICE is still in our backyards and the need for community protection is a necess... More

No Appetite for Apartheid

Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 16, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 16, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us at Nabala Cafe this Saturday at 6pm! Chicago DSA’S International Solidarity Working Group (ISWG) is excited to announce our NA4A (No Appetite For Apartheid) Campaign, along with a Palestinian Market Day at Nabala Cafe. There will be Palestinian businesses, Palestinian food, and canvas sig... More

From Tantura to Gaza

Ambiance Banquets, 7340 W. 87th St, Bridgeview, IL

May 16, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 16, 2026, 10 p.m.

We still hold the key. Guest speaker via zoom: Mustafa Barghouti. Master of ceremonies: Amer Zahr. $50 per person. Proceeds from this event will support United Holy Land Fund's programs.... More

American Civic & Humanitarian Coalition @ Skokie Festival of Cultures

Oakton Park, Skokie, IL

May 17, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 18, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join Us: Representing Palestine at the Skokie Festival of Cultures Please fill out our volunteer and contribution form here: Volunteer Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/Cgaz8jmmQPtCVFWb7 Link in our bio!! Dates: May 16 & 17 Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Our Mission: We believe it is essen... More

Freedom Road Chicago Labor History Tour

Union Park, Chicago

May 17, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

Join the Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO) Chicago labor history tour to learn more about some of the historical sites in the labor movement that shaped this city. Chicago is full of labor history. While we will cover many union and events, the focus will be on the battle for the 8 hour ... More

Japanese American Citizens League Scholarship Luncheon

Maggiano’s Little Italy, 4999 Old Orchard Ctr, Skokie, IL

May 17, 2026, noon - May 17, 2026, 2 p.m.

The 2026 JACL Chicago scholarship winners have been announced! This year, we are proud to award 9 outstanding scholars in our community. Visit https://jaclchicago.org/2026-scholarship-luncheon/ to see the list of awardees and RSVP to our Scholarship Luncheon! JACL Chicago’s scholarship program re... More

Irish & Palestinian Solidarity

On line

May 17, 2026, noon

oin @breakingthefirewall and @yaffasutopia on Sunday May 17th at 12pm CT for a conversation on Irish-Palestinian Solidarity in Service to Collective Liberation. Irish and Palestinian solidarity and resistance have long been interconnected. This solidarity was further fortified following Oct. 7. O... More

Eyewitness Palestine 25th Anniversary Benefit

Alahambra Palace, 1240 W. Randolph St, Chicago

May 17, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 17, 2026, 7 p.m.

Speakers include the incredible @nouraerakat @fababs @chris.smalls_ , many others AND our very own Songbird supreme @rola.azar. Bazaar, 3-5 pm Program, 5-7 pm Tickets are on sale now at this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/annual-gala-2419... More

Pack the Court for Hananiah Dukes

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

May 18, 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) Hananiah Dukes on May 18 (9:30am) • Room 308 In person only (2) Caleb Charleston on May 1... More

Malcolm X Day Teach-In

Nide Jardin, 140 S. River St, Unit 106, Aurora, IL

May 18, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - May 18, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

The duopoly won’t save us—only the people will. This Malcolm X Day, join us for a political education session focused on dismantling the empire from the ground up. We’re talking local resistance, international solidarity, and building the world we actually want to live in.... More

Centro Romero Annual Health Fair

Centro Romero, 6216 N. Clark St, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 19, 2026, 2 p.m.

On Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, Centro Romero will host our Annual Health Fair called "Together for Health" which will be held at our office location, 6216 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60660 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The goal of this event is to promote a healthy lifestyle – in other words, to be in and maintain... More

Mothers & Allies Against War (MAAW) Zoom

Virtual

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m.

Against the war on Iran? Want to learn more? Come join MAAW's Zoom. We'll have speakers, calls to action and Q&As. Please attend this event which will offer insights and historical contexts relating to the war against Iran that are rarely stated in public. The war is NOT over, and It's urgent ... More

Jerry & Me

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 19, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us Tuesday, May 19th for a screening of Mehrnaz Saeedvafa's 2012 documentary short, Jerry & Me. The film will be followed by a discussion moderated by Ali Tarokh of the Syrian Community Network and the Risheh Institute. Snacks and refreshments will be served and all proceeds from the screening... More

America 250 Years Too Many

Uptown Library, 929 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

May 19, 2026, 6 p.m.

Tired of celebrating mass murder every 4th of July? Join Behind Enemy Lines to discuss our plans to resist this bloody holiday and expose 250 years of US imperialism. Chicago Mass Meeting.... More

Repeal Illinois' Anti-BDS Law

Register for time & location

May 20, 2026, 7 a.m.

Join us on May 20 in Springfield for the anti-BDS repeal lobby day! If you need to take the bus with us, be sure to register at this link: https://airtable.com/appJL1AFIVDjqKiCd/pagLbTTeT8NMX6z2A/form EDITOR'S NOTE: THE TIME LISTED IS ONLY A PLACE-HOLDER. REGISTER TO GET ACTUAL TIME AND LOCATION... More

Lobby Day Against Mass Incarceration

Springfield, IL - Transportation from Chicago and back provided.

May 20, 2026, 7:15 a.m. - May 20, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 20, join the community of IPP supporters to meet directly with state lawmakers and urge them to pass legislation that will help end mass incarceration in Illinois. 👋🏾 Everyone is welcome - no experience necessary! 🗓 Wednesday, May 20 📍Chicago Bus Departure Location: Precious Blo... More

Trying to Help an Incarcerated Loved One?

Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, 7th floor, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 20, 2026, noon

Are you trying to navigate the IL Dept. or Corrections or the Prisoner Review Board? You're not alone! On WEDNESDAY, IPP Community Navigators will be at the Harold Washington Library 7th Floor with lots of resources to help your incarcerated loved one.... More

Protest Larry Snelling

111 W. Grand Ave, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

Join us May 20th at 11:30 am to confront CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling at his speaking event at the City Club (111 W. Grand Ave). Snelling is directly responsible for aiding and abetting crimes committed by CPD and federal agents from murder to attempted murder, harassment and assault. The pe... More

Food Is Medicine Food Box Distribution

American Indian Center, 3401 W. Ainslie St, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 3 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us Wednesday, May 20th at the American Indian Center! 🍓 Food Box Distribution Pick up farm-fresh food including meats, eggs, and produce. ✨ Open to all! Walk-in Welcome! To sign up for a food box, visit our Linktree (linktr.ee/aicchicago) and fill out the Food is Medicine Intake Form. ... More

Money For Our Communities, Not For Big Tech!

Meet at the "Belmont" Red/Brown line el stop, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 4 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

As the Trump administration continues to cut funding for programs that benefit our communities, we must demand that billionaires and rich corporations pay their fair share in Illinois! State lawmakers can lead the way in raising revenue by taxing massive corporations, like Amazon, to address the aff... More

Japanese Incarceration Panel

Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan Road, Lecture Room 3, Evanston, IL

May 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

As a follow up to our movie screening, we are hosting a discussion panel featuring descendants of Japanese internment who are now organizing in the local community 🫂 Our speakers will share about their work in groups like JACL Chicago and NikkeiUprising Chicago and how it connects to advocacy tod... More

Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going?

1701 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago

May 20, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 20, 2026, 8 p.m.

A free, public workshop—no technical background needed. ​​​​​​​​In just a few years, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t science fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work, relationships, and even crime in real time. ​​​​​​​​This workshop explores wher... More

Virtual Town Hall For Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya

On-line

May 20, 2026, 7 p.m.

Join us for a virtual town hall on Wednesday, May 20th, at 7 PM Central Time to hear directly from organizers, healthcare workers, and activists. Learn more about what we’ve accomplished so far through this campaign, our upcoming June 6 action (swipe for the flyer), and the next steps ahead! RSVP: b... More

The Right of Return - Apartheid's Impact on Palestinian Refugees

Virtual

May 20, 2026, 7 p.m.

American Muslims for Palestine (Chicago Chapter) presents a special 5-week teach-in series titled “Understanding the Roots of Israeli Apartheid & its Present Regime,” live on Zoom with our education coordinator Tarek Khalil, where each session will have a particular focus. Register here: https:/... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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

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

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

Chicago CodePINK Reading: Death in the Haymarket

Haymarket Pub & Brewery, 737 W Randolph Street, Chicago

May 24, 2026, 3:30 p.m.

International Workers' Day began right here in Chicago! The Haymarket Affair remains a significant chapter of not only our history as a union city, but in the global struggle for proletariat liberation. On May Day, we celebrate the workers who fought before us, and the workers who continue the strug... More

An Evening For Lebanon

Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church, 950 N Grace Street, Lombard, IL

May 24, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

🌹 Gala Fundraiser for the Lebanese Red Cross Ticket information here: https://events.humanitix.com/fundraising-gala-for-humanitarian-relief-lebanon... More

Vets Say No - No War - No Cuts

Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 24 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago (on the Chicago Riverwalk)

May 25, 2026, 11 a.m.

Memorial Day rally and march.... More

Community Organizing Training

70 E. Lake St, Chicago

May 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - May 29, 2026, 5 p.m.

The Chicago Coalition for the Homeless will hold its 3-day Community Organizing Training next month, May 27 – 29, at the CCH offices (70 E Lake St). The training is a great way to grow (or dust off) your organizing skills and get insight into how CCH runs and wins city and state-level advocacy campa... More

Want to Do Something About Racist Policing?

Via zoom

May 27, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

Want to do something about community safety? Get plugged in at the Free2Move monthly general meeting. Sign up for meeting links and updates: free2movechi.org/join-the-free-2-movement... More

Corridors of Contagion

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

May 27, 2026, 7 p.m. - May 27, 2026, 8 p.m.

How the Pandemic Exposed the Cruelties of Incarceration Pilsen Community Books welcomes Victoria Law and Maya Schenwar to the store for a conversation about Corridors of Contagion. Tracing the narratives of five incarcerated individuals, Corridors of Contagion speaks to the devastating impact of ... More

Si Se Puede

Emmerson Park, 1820 W. Granville Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 9:30 a.m.

Students, please attend our annual end of the year education celebration! Bring friends/family to Emmerson Park - just 3 blocks from Centro Romero! Please bring food to share at the picnic. Portable chairs & picnic blankets are recommended. We have so much to celebrate together! THURSDAY , MAY 28 at... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, noon - May 28, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going? 5/28/2026

chicago public library - Lincoln Belmont 1659 W. Melrose · Chicago, IL

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

A free, public workshop—no technical background needed ​​​​​​​​In just a few years, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t science fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work, relationships, and even crime in real time. ​​​​​​​​This workshop explores where AI ... More

Hand Made Future

Chicago Fair Trade, 4704 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us for the Chicago premiere of the award-winning film HANDMADE FUTURE and a Q&A with director Kirsten Dickerson. HANDMADE FUTURE follows artisans in six countries protecting heritage, confronting complex middlemen, and advancing responsible trade — pushing back against fast, cheap production... More

Evening Activation Event Along the Calumet River

Meet at 96th Street and S. Baltimore Ave, Chicago

May 28, 2026, 6 p.m. - May 28, 2026, 8 p.m.

Guess WHAT gang?! 👀 We can officially get back on the 100th st. site, and we're celebrating 😎 🕺🏽 We hope you'll join us! Community Picnic along the Calumet River. Food provided, but please bring your own picnic blanket!... More

All Out For LaKeshia!

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 704, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 10 a.m.

All out for LaKeshia Murph!! 🗣️ A ruling will be made on this date! Join PNAP for court support on Friday, May 29th at 10am. Support in the room is crucial for this date so please join us and support LaKeshia! LaKeshia Murph is a longtime Prison + Neighborhood Arts Project student, skilled vis... More

Belmont Craigin's 2nd Annual Health & Community Fair

5501 W. Fullerton Ave, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 10 a.m. - May 29, 2026, 3 p.m.

Raffles, prizes and give-aways. Legal services information. Free health screenings. Community organizations. And more!... More

'The Doctors' Exhibition Opening

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park Ave, Chicago

May 29, 2026, 6 p.m.

Exploring 1970’s Teen Social Scenes and House Music Culture in Chicago Chicago Black Social Cultural Map: Community Curators Exhibition & Programming This exhibition documents the pre-house era influence and innovation of a 1970’s dance crew based in Chicago's Roseland community. These young B... More

Reclaimed Resonance

American Indian Center, 3401 W. Ainslie, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 10 a.m.

Join us for a full day of Black and Native music, history and cultural exchange centered on the drum and the banjo. Presented by the American Indian Center in partnership with the Black Banjo Reclamation Project @black.banjo.reclamation , Reclaimed Resonance creates space to learn, create, reflec... More

The Big Payback People's Assembly

5645 W. Corcoran Place, Chicago

May 30, 2026, 11 a.m. - May 30, 2026, 3 p.m.

The "Big Payback" is about more than just a name, it’s about justice for the hustle. 💸. We've been keeping the same energy around this conversation for years. We aren’t talking about reparations in the traditional sense; we are talking specifically about Drug War Reparations for the people the 9-... More

Kuffiyeh Cup Soccer Tournament & Picnic

Fleet Fields, 1684 N. Throop St, Chicago

May 30, 2026, noon

Join us for our third soccer tournament and community picnic!! This event will be used to raise mutual aid for our people in Lebanon! ✍️ Submit a team a 5-10 players. Games will be played in mini turfs on fleet fields! More info to come out soon with tournament rules and brackets! MAKE SURE TO... More

Chicago Abortion Fund-a-Thon Celebration

Buena Park neighborhood, Chicago - RSVP for location

May 31, 2026, 12:30 p.m. - May 31, 2026, 3 p.m.

Let's celebrate the hard work of all of our fundraisers and teams who have been mobilizing their communities to directly fund abortions and travel. RSVP at fund.nnaf.org/caf26... More

Campaign Strategy Training

Merlo Library Branch, 644 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago

May 31, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - May 31, 2026, 3 p.m.

Join housing and transportation advocates to be trained on essential tools for bringing your community vision to life! On Sunday May 10th we’ll be learning the building blocks of community organizing which you’ll be able to put into practice immediately. On May 31st we’re learning how to build a str... More

ZINE Club

Albany Park Free Store, 3000 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago

May 31, 2026, 2 p.m.

Zine club!!! Join us at the free store the last Sunday of the month at 2 pm. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring a work in progress if you have one! 3000 W Lawrence Ave.... More

Feminist Campus Tour

Meet at "The Arch," corner of Sheridan Road and Chicago Avenue, at Northwestern University's Evanston, IL campus

June 2, 2026, 10 a.m.

Led by The Women’s Center’s Managing Director of Public History and Doctoral Candidate, Hannah Simmons. Take a literal walk through some of Northwestern’s rich feminist history with Hannah, who will also share with you pre-recorded interviews with NU faculty and archival audio of changemakers fro... More

DACA or DALE?

Via Zoom

June 3, 2026, 3 p.m.

- In English Below - ¿Tiene preguntas sobre DACA o DALE? Únase a nosotros para una sesión informativa gratuita con el equipo de @chiworkerscollaborative y uno de sus abogados de inmigración para aprender sobre lo que puede hacer y los recursos en la ciudad de Chicago. Navegar por nuestro entorno ... More

Creative Design Lab IF-THEN

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park, Chicago

June 6, 2026, 11 a.m.

June 6th, witness 5 artists use improvisational performance as a pathway to ancestral wisdom, storytelling, and social innovation. The Creative Design Lab welcomes @amarixamai, @itspochop , @faylitahicks, @erenbergstacy and jireh into a vibrant space where Black, Brown, and Indigenous voices lead... More

Danny Katz Key Master Seminar

Foundation Chicago, 1530 W. 21st Street, Chicago

June 6, 2026, noon - June 6, 2026, 2 p.m.

Professor @bettercallkvlt is coming back to Chicago to teach an exclusive fundraising seminar, June 6! Check the link in our bio or scan the poster qr code to register! Donations of $50 get you a single admission ticket and $100 gets you admission plus an event ticket. Proceeds go to support our ser... More

"Earth's Greatest Enemy" Documentary and Discussion

Lake Street Church, 1450 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL, 60201

June 6, 2026, 2 p.m. - June 6, 2026, 5 p.m.

Join us for “Earth’s Greatest Enemy,” a groundbreaking 2025 anti-imperialist environmental documentary by Abby Martin of the Empire Files. Exempt from international climate agreements and rarely scrutinized in mainstream reporting, the Pentagon is the world’s single largest institutional polluter... More

Dance to Donate!

The Menomonee Club, 1535 N. Dayton St, Chicago

June 7, 2026, 4 p.m. - June 7, 2026, 6 p.m.

Come through for our next dance workshop where @riaotwani will be teaching a high-energy, fun-filled Bollywood workshop for her birthday month🕺🥳 100% of all contributions (ticket sales + extra kind donations) will be going to @doctorsagainstgenocide, @thepcrf, and @sdnrlffund ❤️‍🩹 🎟️ $15 minim... More

Do NOT Attempt to Communicate to the Inmates Through the Fence!

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

June 8, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 8, 2026, 8 p.m.

Zhandarka Kurti and Jarrod Shanahan (States of Incarceration, Skyscraper Jails) host the filmmaker of WE’RE TOO HOT and Breaking the Fourth Wall, chronicling revolts that have occurred inside and outside of the St. Louis jails over the course of 10 years. Films: WE’RE TOO HOT follows a rowdy... More

Socialism or Barbarism

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

June 9, 2026, 6:30 p.m. - June 30, 2026, 11:30 a.m.

An Introduction to Rosa Luxemburg Join us for a four-week intensive seminar on the thought of Rosa Luxemburg led by Audrey Nicolaides. For Rosa Luxemburg, civilization faced a choice: “socialism or barbarism.” But how to actually achieve socialism was the driving preoccupation of Luxemburg’s lif... More

Unions of Our Own

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

June 10, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 10, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us as we welcome Daniel Gross and Peter Cole to the store for a discussion of Gross's new book Unions of Our Own, an actionable, inviting, and confidence-boosting philosophy on how to tackle problems in your workplace and win. Our workplaces urgently need to get better, but change can feel m... More

2026 NLG Chicago Celebration!

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

June 11, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us at Haymarket House on June 11th for a night of celebration and reflection as we sustain NLG Chicago’s work for another year together! Get your tickets at bit.ly/nlgc2026 For decades, NLG Chicago has stood alongside communities resisting state violence, and each year, our annual celebra... More

It Is Not Enough to Survive: The Young Patriots Story

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

June 11, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 11, 2026, 8 p.m.

Pilsen Community Books welcomes Jesse Montgomery and William Harris to the store for an event in celebation of It Is Not Enough to Survive: The Young Patriots Story. This event is cosponsored by Chicago Union of Tenants. Formed in the late 1960s, the Young Patriots Organization was a Chicago-base... More

What Blooms After ICE?

June 13, 2026, 4 p.m. - June 13, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join us on June 13 in asking, what blooms when ICE melts? 🌸 It's On Us: A Day of Art and Action, is a celebration of Chicago freedom struggles with performances and art programming by Jamila Woods, Taína Asili, Damon Williams, Kristiana Rae Colón, and Maria Gaspar. There will be workshops, soapbo... More

GTTO DVSN Pride FUNKTION

2100 S. Morgan St, Chicago

June 13, 2026, 9 p.m. - June 14, 2026, 1 a.m.

WELCOME TO THE PRIDE FUNKTION, BABY 🌈💋 Hosted in collaboration with OCAD (Organized Communities Against Deportations), this isn’t your corporate rainbow happy hour. This is for the dolls, the divas, the lovers, the loudmouths, the hotties, the heartbreakers, and everybody serving face all night l... More

Second Sunday Pride Salon

Colvin House, 5940 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago

June 14, 2026, 5 p.m. - June 14, 2026, 9 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate PRIDE with a variety of Chicagoland LGBTQ artists and allies: Performances, exhibition, good friends and conversation and a rainbow of food & drink, all in the parlor of the historic Chicago Landmark, *COLVIN HOUSE. MUSIC • Jazz Lady ROBIN WATSON PHOTOGRAPHY • CHUCK KRAMER ... More

Alison Kinney and Rachel León at Pilsen Community Books

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

June 15, 2026, 7 p.m. - June 15, 2026, 8 p.m.

Rachel León and Alison Kinney come to the store for a reading and conversation about writing stories of resistance, joy, and hope amidst an ongoing crisis in celebration of their new books How We See the Gray and United States of Rejection. About Rachel León's How We See the Gray: Foster care ... More

Chicago Appleseed Spring Luncheon

Ivy Room, 12 E. Ohio St, Chicago

June 16, 2026, 11:30 a.m. - June 16, 2026, 1:30 p.m.

Chicago Appleseed invites you to join our spring luncheon at the Ivy Room to uplift leaders in our community and celebrate our collective efforts for justice. We are proud to honor Robert Held, a lawyer and community activist whose viral videos and national media interviews have focused on protec... More

Black Metropolis Research Consortium 20th Anniversary Symposium on Black Chicago

1100 E. 57th St, Chicago

June 17, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - June 18, 2026, 5 p.m.

Have you seen the headline speakers for the BMRC Symposium on Black Chicago? Davarian Baldwin will offer the keynote speech, “Second City No More: How Black Chicago Moved to the Center of History,” Amani Morrison will launch her new book, "A Kitchenette to Fit Your Needs: Housing Chicago's Great... More

Honey Pot Performance 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

First Church of the Bretheren, 425 S. Central Park Blvd, Chicago

June 19, 2026, noon

SAVE THE DATE! Honey Pot Performance’s 2nd annual Juneteenth festival celebrates Black resilience, cultural memory, and collective joy. Building on the momentum of our Pleasure Power Portal project, this daylong gathering invites families, neighbors, and visitors to enjoy food, music, performance... More

Black to the Future

Coprosperity Sphere, 3219 S. Morgan St, Chicago

June 19, 2026, 2 p.m. - June 19, 2026, 7 p.m.

An Afrofuturistic Juneteenth Party 06.19 — WE’RE STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE. Join TREEHAUS at Co-Prosperity for BLACK TO THE FUTURE — an Afrofuturistic Juneteenth day party celebrating Black joy, music, art, and community ✨ Expect Hip-Hop, R&B, House, Afrobeats + more alongside curated vendor... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

June 20, 2026, 11 a.m. - June 20, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Pregnant & Postpartum Parent Party

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

June 20, 2026, 1 p.m. - June 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and care for pregnant and newly postpartum parents on the South Side. Our Pregnant & Postpartum Parent Party is a joyful community gathering designed to support families as they move through pregnancy and early parenthood. Whether this is your ... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

June 25, 2026, noon - June 25, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Free Citizenship Workshop

9838 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills, IL

June 27, 2026, 9 a.m. - June 27, 2026, 3 p.m.

ATTENTION: the AAAN will be hosting a citizenship workshop on June 27th! Come fill out an N400 or N600 application for free. Please call 708.634.7272 or 708.209.0228 to reserve your spot and if you have any immigration related questions or concerns! تنبيه: ستستضيف منظمة AAAN ورشة عمل خاصة بطلبات ... More

Chicago Dyke March & Rally

Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood (exact location TBA)

June 27, 2026, 1 p.m.

It’s finally here—the return of the Chicago Dyke March & Rally! After a short hiatus, we are BACK just in time to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Join us at Dvorak Park in Pilsen on SATURDAY, JUNE 27th for a day of marching, community building, performances, and more. (Starting point for the march i... More

Clear Your Record, Change Your Future

2800 N. Kildare Ave, Chicago

June 28, 2026, 1 p.m. - June 28, 2026, 4 p.m.

Register at www.socialchange.site Free eligibility checks.... More

Mujeres on the Run

Lincoln Park, Chicago

July 11, 2026, 9 a.m.

Mujeres on the Run is here again to empower and celebrate women in the community through its 5k Run and Walk. The Mujeres on the Run 5k fosters running as a way to stay healthy, build positive relationships, and share time with family and friends. This event is open to everyone regardless of gen... More

AWAN Conference 2026

TBA

July 11, 2026, 9 a.m. - July 12, 2026, 9 p.m.

A year ago we officially founded the Anti War Action Network. We have now grown to 27 affiliates who work together on national days of action to grow the anti war movement, and pressure to end aid to Israel and to demand an end to US intervention in Venezuela. Mark your calendars for July 11 & 12... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

July 11, 2026, 11 a.m. - July 11, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Canopy of Care

Shubas/Tied House, 3157 N. Southport Ave, Chicago

July 15, 2026, 6 p.m. - July 15, 2026, 8 p.m.

You’re invited to our 2026 annual fundraiser! Tickets are on sale now for "CWHC's Canopy of Care: Rooted in Chicago, Supported by Community." Join us Wednesday, July 15th from 6-8pm at Schubas / Tied House. Like a tree in a thriving forest ecosystem, CWHC grows in community. At Canopy of Care, yo... More

From Slag to Sanctuary Environmental Justice Tour

8944 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago

July 23, 2026, noon - July 23, 2026, 4 p.m.

Ever wondered what "environmental justice" looks like in action? Join the Alliance of the SouthEast for an immersive bus tour. DATES: May 28 | June 25 | July 23 TIME: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM START: 8944 S Commercial Ave, Suite 1 LUNCH PROVIDED! Register here: https://forms.gle/rsfR38cNa5Xj9mNj9 W... More

Queer Tastes: Unconventional Representation in Horror Films

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

July 24, 2026, 7 p.m. - July 24, 2026, 8 p.m.

Join Pilsen Community Books as they welcome Cat Voleur and Jane Keranen for an event in celebration of Voleur's new book Queer Tastes: Unconventional Representation in Horror Films. Pansexual author Cat Voleur guides readers through twenty film recommendations selected from over eighty years of sca... More

Black August

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

Aug. 5, 2026, 7 p.m. - Aug. 5, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Join poets Kemi Alabi, I.S. Jones, and Meredith Nnoka for a reading and conversation in celebration of Black August, a 50-year tradition that began in U.S. prisons and jails to commemorate key events in the ongoing movement against incarceration. This event is free and open to the public. Kemi Al... More

Join Reading for the Revolution

TBA

Aug. 8, 2026, 11 a.m. - Aug. 8, 2026, 1 p.m.

A BYP100 Chicago book club. We’re excited to kick off part 2 of our Reading for the Revolution: A BYP100 Chicago book club series by diving into Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur over the span of 4 monthly sessions. In this book club, we'll engage in thoughtful discussions, share refle... More

Latch & Stroll 2026

Russell Square Park, 3045 E. 83rd St, Chicago

Aug. 29, 2026, 11 a.m. - Aug. 29, 2026, 3 p.m.

A celebration of Black Breastfeeding Week Saturday, August 29th | 11AM - 3PM Russell Square Park Join us for our biggest community event of the year!!! We'll gather for an afternoon of community, connection, resources, and celebrations for families across the South Side. More details coming s... More

2026 Socialism Conference

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago

Sept. 4, 2026, 9 a.m. - Sept. 7, 2026, 2 p.m.

We are living through the reshaping of the world. Neighborhood raids and imperial aggression aim to create compliance and pacification. But against the forces of fear and division, our communities are standing up with stunning acts of bravery and organization. Old networks and tactics are being r... More

CAIR-Chicago's Annual Gala

Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oak Brook Terrace, IL

Sept. 20, 2026, 6 p.m.

🎉 Join us for CAIR-Chicago’s 2026 Annual Banquet Gala on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. Stay tuned for exciting details, featured guests, and ticket sales coming soon! EDITOR'S NOTE: THE TIME LISTED IS SIMPLY A PLACE-HOLDER. STAY TUNED FOR ACTUAL TIME & TICKET DE... More

The Infrastructure of Compassion: Rethinking Public Health in the Fentanyl Era

3520 S Halsted St, Chicago

Oct. 18, 2026, 10 a.m. - Oct. 18, 2026, 11 a.m.

MacArthur Fellows Nabarun Dasgupta and Gregg Gonsalves on their life-saving work. In recent years, the opioid epidemic and dangers of fentanyl have dominated headlines, resulting in a greater understanding of those who use drugs. Join us for a conversation with two leading voices in the field of ... More