Real-Life Skills for Formerly Incarcerated People
Chicago Torture Justice Center, 6337 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
Sept. 18, 2024, 6 p.m. - Sept. 18, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
The Holistic and Liberatory Reentry Team of the Chicago Torture Justice Center presents Real-Life Skills with Precious Bonner, in partnership with the Bonner Foundation. The workshop provides information about financial literacy and other helpful skills for those entering back into society. The n... More
We Won't Bury the Slain: A Day of Action for Police Accountability
Grace Church of Logan Square, 3325 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago
Sept. 18, 2024, 7 p.m.
A prayer vigil at Grace Church of Logan Square, 7 pm, Sept. 18th. Following the tragic shootings of Dexter Reed in Chicago and Sonya Massey in Springfield, the Community Renewal Society is organizing our “We Won’t Bury the Slain” Day of Action on September 18 in partnership with Urban Village Chu... More
Stop the U.S. Backed Genocide of Gaza
Federal Plaza, corner of Adams & Dearborn Streets, Chicago
Sept. 19, 2024, 4:30 p.m.
No votes for Genocide! End all U.S. aid to "Israel"! Arms Embargo Now!... More
Bread & Puppet: The Beginning After the End of Humanity Circus
Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena, Chicago
Sept. 19, 2024, 7 p.m. - Sept. 19, 2024, 9 p.m.
The legendary Bread and Puppet Theater comes to Chicago for a special production of "The Beginning After the End of Humanity Circus," a brand new show in the tradition of the iconic Bread & Puppet Circuses that began at Goddard College in Plainfield, Vermont in 1970. The show will draw on traditiona... More
Imaginary Power, Real Horizons
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago
Sept. 20, 2024, 7 p.m.
Pilsen Community Books author event with Richard Gilman-Opalsky and Franklin Dmitryev.... More
Evanston's 3rd Pro-Choice Rally and March
Raymond Park (1501 Hinman Ave), Evanston, IL The location is about 4 blocks from the "Davis" stop of the Purple Line el.
Sept. 21, 2024, noon
Evanston Voices for Choice, a coalition of organizations and individuals committed to Pro-Choice. Announcing the 3rd upcoming area-wide Pro-Choice March and Rally, scheduled to take place on Saturday September 21st, 2024. Location will be Raymond Park, 1501 Hinman Ave, Evanston. To join the coaliti... More
Legacy Project Tour & Reception
Sept. 21, 2024, 2 p.m. - Sept. 21, 2024, 5 p.m.
Chicago's LGBTQ+ history tour hosted by Renauda Riddle, Angela Barnes & Nobody's Darling 2 PM - Gather at Nobody's Darling 2:20 PM - Trolley leaves promptly for curated guided tour of the Legacy Walk 3 PM - Return to Nobody's Darling for delicious small bites, beverages and lively conversat... More
United in Heritage: Celebrating Palestine and Hispanic Cultures
New Haven Park, 569 New Haven Ave, Aurora, IL
Sept. 22, 2024, noon - Sept. 22, 2024, 3 p.m.
Honoring shared histories of resistance and resilience. Free activities: pinata, loteria, arts/crafts, nasheeds. Delicious tacos, elote, and snacks will be available for purchase. Beautiful henna will be offered by Henna By Amara. Facepaint by Shellyglammakeup Proceeds will benefit the UNRWA (... More
Where Olive Trees Weep
Evanston Public Library Community Room, 1703 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL
Sept. 25, 2024, 5 p.m. - Sept. 25, 2024, 8 p.m.
Join Chicago Area Peace Action in-person on Wednesday, September 25th at 5 PM for "Where Olive Trees Weep: Trauma of Occupation in the West Bank," a powerful documentary film with discussion to follow. “Where Olive Trees Weep” offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Pal... More
Know Your Rights: The Illinois Murder Registry
Chicago Torture Justice Center, 6337 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
Sept. 26, 2024, 4:30 p.m. - Sept. 26, 2024, 5:45 p.m.
The Illinois Murder Registry affects over 8,000 Illinoisans. Instead of keeping us safe, the registry criminalizes Black, brown and poor communities in Illinois, creating a cycle of perpetual punishment. We are offering a Know Your Rights training at the Center for those impacted by the IL Murder... More
Protest the Worst Festival of All Time
Sept. 26, 2024, 5 p.m.
Anti-abortion forces behind fake clinics will hold a fundraiser at the posh Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago. We'll be protesting them!... More
Southside Open Meetings for Treatment Not Trauma
606A E 61st St, Chicago and via Zoom
Sept. 26, 2024, 6 p.m.
These meetings are hybrid: come in person to our office at 606A E 61st Street, Chicago OR get the Zoom link / phone number for second Saturday 10:30am meetings via https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsc-qrqT0sGdBntC-EtqwGc7pMnmJ-xcHK#/registration And get the Zoom link / phone number for four... More
Together, We Have All We Need: CTJMF Art Market
2717 W. Madison St, Chicago
Sept. 27, 2024, 6 p.m. - Sept. 27, 2024, 9 p.m.
Come out and support the Chicago Torture Justice Memorials Foundation at a benefit art market on September 27th, 6-9pm at 2717 W. Madison St! The art market features several movement artists, plus a silent art auction. Featuring Juarez Hawkins, Patric McCoy, Isissia Drake, Mary Patten, Laurie Pa... More
National Lawyers Guild-Chicago Annual Celebration!
Haymarket House, 800 W Buena, Chicago
Sept. 28, 2024, 6 p.m.
On September 28th the NLG-Chicago will come together at Haymarket House for our annual celebration. Join us as we lift up the work of Chicago's legal community to support our city's movements for social justice and honor this year's recipients of the Arthur Kinoy and Trailblazer awards! Come raise a... More
Sanctuary Everywhere
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago
Sept. 30, 2024, 7 p.m.
Authors' event at Pilsen Community Books with Barbara Sostaita and A. Naomi Paik.... More
Sanctuary Everywhere
Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W. 18th Street, Chicago
Sept. 30, 2024, 7 p.m. - Sept. 30, 2024, 8 p.m.
Pilsen Community Books welcomes Barbara Sostaita and A. Naomi Paik to the store in celebration of Barbara's new book Sanctuary Everywhere: The Fugitive Sacred in the Sonoran Desert. In Sanctuary Everywhere, Barbara Andrea Sostaita reimagines practices of sanctuary along the U.S.-Mexico border in ... More
CTJC Court Support Training
Chicago Torture Justice Center, 6337 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
Oct. 7, 2024, 4 p.m. - Oct. 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
Support police torture survivors by showing up for them at court! There is power when we can attend court cases as a collective. Register for the training at bit.ly/courtsupport-ctjc Monthly, every 2nd Monday at 4 pm to 5:30 pm... More
Moments of Justice 2024
Ovation Chicago, 2324 W Fulton Street, Chicago
Oct. 10, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Oct. 10, 2024, 10 p.m.
Gather with community to celebrate youth organizing and raise funds for Chicago Freedom School's youth leadership and liberatory education programs.... More
Prioritizing Human Dignity in a Time of Division
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Ave, Chicago
Oct. 17, 2024, 5:30 p.m.
The 45th annual fall benefit for Chicago Area Peace Action, Thursday, October 17th at the Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N Knox Avenue, Chicago. Imagine a society constructed on interdependence rather than geographical borders. Imagine regarding one another as neighbor versus ‘other.’ CA... More
Southside Open Meetings for Treatment Not Trauma
606A E 61st St, Chicago and via Zoom
Oct. 24, 2024, 6 p.m.
These meetings are hybrid: come in person to our office at 606A E 61st Street, Chicago OR get the Zoom link / phone number for second Saturday 10:30am meetings via https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsc-qrqT0sGdBntC-EtqwGc7pMnmJ-xcHK#/registration And get the Zoom link / phone number for four... More
Food Is Medicine: Feeding the Spirit of Our Community
Newberry Library, 60 W Walton Street, Chicago
Oct. 26, 2024, 6 p.m. - Oct. 26, 2024, 9 p.m.
An American Indian Center Benefit Gala featuring Executive Chef Jessica Walks First and Chef Paul Molina. Join the Center for an evening of fun, food and fundraising as we celebrate our Urban Indigenous Food Sovereignty program, Food Is Medicine. Featured speakers at our event include Executive C... 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
American Muslims for Palestine Annual Convention
Tinley Park Convention Center,
Nov. 28, 2024, 8 a.m. - Nov. 30, 2024, 6 p.m.
The 17th annual convention for Palestine in the United States. We are excited to announce the launch of preparations for AMP’s 17th Annual Convention for Palestine in the U.S. this November during Thanksgiving weekend in the Chicagoland area. ✅ This year, we are proud to introduce the “Palest... More
Los Lobos: A Concert for Justice at Cahn Auditorium
Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson Street Evanston, IL
Dec. 14, 2024, 7 p.m.
7pm Doors / 8pm Show / Opener: Dave Specter The James B. Moran Center for Youth Advocacy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Evanston providing a free lifeline of integrated legal, mental health, and restorative services to youth and families. The Moran Center believes all kids deserve justice i... More