NLG Know Your Rights!

Virtual, via zoom

Aug. 14, 2024, 6 p.m.

The National Lawyers Guild - Chicago chapter is doing one last Know Your Rights sessions before the Democratic National Convention. The session will be via zoom. Folks can register for the training here: bit.ly/NLG-DNC-KYR... More

Pack the Court to Stop Eviction

Daley Center, 50 W. Washington St, Room 409, Chicago

Aug. 14, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Support our Palestinian friend facing eviction for flying her Palestinian flag from her apartment window. Continue to support Manai's fight against infamous zionist landlord, Mark Fishman, as she resists his unlawful, racist eviction. Manai courageously uplifts Palestinian voices in the midst of ... More

The Anarchist’s Guide to Running for Office

3219 S Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Aug. 13, 2024, 6 p.m. - Aug. 13, 2024, 9 p.m.

A workshop on how to run for local office from an anarchist perspective... More

Puppets for Protest Workshop

Co-Prosperity Sphere, 3219 S. Morgan Street, Chicago

Aug. 12, 2024, 6 p.m. - Aug. 12, 2024, 9 p.m.

Co-prosperity is hosting “PUPPETS FOR PROTEST WORKSHOP WITH GRACE NEEDLMAN @GRACENEEDLMAN) We will provide basic materials! Join us and make puppets with us! This event is FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Explore different materials and techniques for making large-scale, lightweight puppets for parad... More

Puppets For Protest Workshop

3219 S Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Aug. 12, 2024, 6 p.m. - Aug. 12, 2024, 9 p.m.

Learn how to build various types of street puppets in the tradition of Bread and Puppet. Explore different materials and techniques for making large-scale, lightweight puppets for parades and demonstrations. Connect with other makers and activists to get your giant puppet ideas off the ground! W... More

Jail Support Training 101

Aug. 11, 2024, 11 a.m. - Aug. 11, 2024, 1 p.m.

Learns how to take care of our pals when they're arrested at actions. Register here: tinyurl.com/JailSupport101... More

Fest of Us featuring Justice Choir

Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland Avenue, Chicago

Aug. 10, 2024, 12:30 p.m. - Aug. 10, 2024, 2 p.m.

Epiphany Center for the Arts presents the Justice Choir COMMUNITY SING! For all who love to sing, you are invited to join voices with others as we sing for positive transformations within our community. All are welcome to explore their voice in a supportive, celebratory, and inclusive environment. I... More

End the Genocide in Gaza protest at the Air and Water Show

Aug. 10, 2024, 9 a.m. - Aug. 11, 2024, 3 p.m.

The Chicago Air and Water Show is August 10-11, from 9 am to about 3 pm. There will be a End the US-backed Genocide protest near Lincoln Park North Avenue Pedestrian Bridge those two days. We were there at the Air &Water Show years ago protesting the US wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and calling for f... More

A night of Latino and Palestinian cross-cultural storytelling and solidarty in Pilsen!

1134 W. 18th street, Chicago

Aug. 9, 2024, 6 p.m.

@latinxforpalestinechi is so excited for our collaboration with jewelry and lifestyle brand @mashallah_us! Come through and hear stories from Latino and Palestinian artists and activists as we uplift our shared struggles and decolonial desires for a Free Palestine while raising funds for @chipalfilm... More

Palestine: Land of Perserverance and Resilience - Part 4

Islamic Center of Naperville, 25W350 75th Street, Naperville, IL

Aug. 8, 2024, 7 p.m. - Aug. 8, 2024, 8:30 p.m.

The history of Palestine from 1939 to 1947 as presented by American Muslims for Palestine's education director, Tarik Khalil.... More

Kim Foxx: Free More Before You Walk Out the Door!

69 W. Washington Street, Chicago

Aug. 7, 2024, 11:30 a.m.

Pressure State's Attorney Kim Foxx to free more wrongfully convicted men and women before she leaves office! Rally at her office!... More

Union Film Workers’ Screening: Who Needs Sleep?

6900 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago

Aug. 3, 2024, 6:30 p.m.

Please join us for a screening of Who Needs Sleep? by Haskell Wexler, hosted by local members of CREW (Caucus of Rank-and-File Entertainment Workers). Union film workers will lead a post-discussion about current working issues as well as the recent film crew union IATSE contract negotiations. ... More

Justice For Sonya Massey and all Stolen Lives in Illinois by the Police

Chicago Police Headquarters, 3510 S Michigan Ave, Chicago

Aug. 3, 2024, 4 p.m.

March to indict and convict Sean Grayson. Churches, community, children and organizations, please come out to stand in solidarity with the Massey family to show love & support. Bring your signs, balloons and pots!... More

Enough Is Enough! 300 Days of Genocide Must End Now!

Water Tower Park, 806 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago

Aug. 3, 2024, 1 p.m.

All out for Palestine this Saturday, 8/3 at 1 pm at the Chicago Water Tower! We need our community out in HUGE numbers. The genocide is not stopping and the U.S. is responsible! We must make our voices heard! Join us and tell everyone you know! No excuses! Palestine needs us!... More

Protest Readiness Training

Roger's Park, Chicago

Aug. 3, 2024, noon - Aug. 3, 2024, 1:30 p.m.

Training emphasizing safety and non-violence.... More

Movie Night at PO Box - "Paris is Burning"

PO Box Collective, 6900 N. Glenwood, Chicago

Aug. 2, 2024, 7 p.m.

Come out and enjoy a classic of Queer cinema - "Paris is Burning." Suggested donations will go towards ventra cards for our neighbors. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.... More

300 Days of Genocide

Renee Moll Memorial Friendship Bridge, 52 Westchester Blvd, Westchester, IL

Aug. 2, 2024, 5 p.m.

Banner drop. Park on Kitchner Street.... More

Palestine: Land of Perserverance and Resilience - Part 3

Islamic Center of Naperville, 25W350 75th Street, Naperville, IL

Aug. 1, 2024, 7 p.m. - Aug. 1, 2024, 8:30 p.m.

The history of Palestine from 1939 to 1947 as presented by American Muslims for Palestine's education director, Tarik Khalil.... More

Trump is Not Welcome in Chicago!

July 31, 2024, 11:30 a.m.

The Democrats and the Republicans are co-workers, united in a genocidal foreign policy abroad and our collective exploitation at home. Just as we're marching on the Democratic Convention in August to demand that the Democratic Party leadership end the genocide and end US aid to Israel, we also consi... More

Defend the O'Hare 40!

5555 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago

July 31, 2024, 9 a.m.

Court support needed for the activists arrested during a Palestine solidarity blockade of O'Hare Airport. Join us in the courtroom to send the city a message: Chicago fights genocide, not protest.... More