Celebrate the Sweetness of Solidarity!

14 N. May Street, Aurora, IL

Nov. 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 26, 2024, 8 p.m.

From Turtle Island to Palestine, celebrate the sweetness of solidarity! As we gather in unity to acknowledge this legacy while celebrating the power of solidarity. Together, we’ll honor the connections and strength found in community and resist the systems that try to divide us. Thanksgiving i... More

Giving Thanks in a Time of Genocide

Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street, Aurora, IL

Nov. 26, 2024, 5 p.m.

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Suicide Prevention in the Palestinian Community

Nov. 24, 2024, 1 p.m. - Nov. 24, 2024, 3 p.m.

Virtual class. This discussion based class will explore the nuances of grief and suicidal ideation in the Palestinian and SWANA community. Come learn how you cna support and respond as a community member, medic, or healthcare professional. Palestinian and SWANA centered, allies (especially medics an... More

Food Not Bombs FREE Grocery Share

Wyllie B White Park, 1610 W. Howard St, Chicago (rain location: PO Box Collective, 6900 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago)

Nov. 24, 2024, noon - Nov. 24, 2024, 1:30 p.m.

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A Decade of Remembrance and Resilience

Stony Island Arts Bank, 6760 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago

Nov. 23, 2024, noon

Reflections on the 10 year anniversary of the assassination of Tamir Rice. Join us 11/23/24 to mark the ten-year anniversary of the killing of 12 year old Tamir Rice by a Cleveland police officer. There will be a tribute to Tamir and other victims of police brutality, through art, poetry, music, ... More

Pack the Court for Demetrius McVay

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S California Ave, Courtroom 700, Chicago

Nov. 22, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Demetrius was wrongfully convicted of murder without any evidence to suggest his guilt! Demetrius has been in prison for 4 years without trial. That ain’t right! We need to pressure the system that covers up corrupt State’s Attorneys and kidnaps innocent people!... More

Rally to Free Armando Gutierrez

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S. California Ave, Courtroom 207, Chicago

Nov. 22, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Armando Gutierrez is a survivor of disgraced torture cop John Halloran. He has won a resentencing trial and at court the judge will be making their decision. This is an important step in his fight for freedom as it may open the door for a new trial.... More

Justice for Dexter Reed, Reginald Clay, Jr., and Lorenzo Williams, Jr.

Chicago Police Headquarters, 3500 S. Michigan Ave, Cicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 7:30 p.m.

COME OUT to the Police Board meeting Thursday November 21 at 7:30 p.m. at 35th and Michigan to demand justice for Dexter Reed, Reginald Clay Jr., Lorenzo Williams Jr, and all those killed and brutalized by CPD! We must pack the public comment to apply as much pressure and force the police board to m... More

From Searing the Consciousness to Revolution

5733 S University Ave, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, 8 p.m.

A workshop on applying lessons from prisoner movements to our organizing. Join Students for Justice in Palestine and Black Alliance for Peace for an interactive workshop, guided by the struggle of Afrikan and Palestinian prisoners! Learn about the War on Afrikan people, at home and abroad, and it... More

Rally for the Schools We Deserve

77 W. Washington Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Resist Trump's Project 2025 Stop School Closings, Contract Now! Defend public education. Protect Black, Latine, immigrant, LGBTQIA+ students and their families. Time to stop Project 2025 and the Maga assault before it starts. Join us at a critical rally to defend our Black, immigrant, trans, bi... More

Teach-In: The War on Lebanon & Palestine

University of Illinois at Chicago, Education, Theatre, Music & Social Work Building, Room 2233, 1040 W. Harrison Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 12:30 p.m.

Do you want to understand the recent attacks on Lebanon? Do you want to learn about how Lebanon and Palestine are related? Do you want to hear about how our lives in the U.S. are wrapped up in the lives of people on the ground in Lebanon and Palestine today? Join the Global Middle East Stud... More

SJP National Day of Action

University of Illinois at Chicago Quad, south of Harrison Street, west of Halsted Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 11 a.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, noon

Join us this Thursday, November 21st, for the @nationalsjp National Day of Action at the UIC Quad from 11AM-12 PM. Together with students, educators, and workers worldwide, we’ll stand against complicity in genocide, demand an end to imperial violence, and build solidarity. Let’s make our voices hea... More

STOP the Re-Zoning of South Works for a Quantum Facility

Harold Washington College, 30 E. Lake Street, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 10 a.m. - Nov. 21, 2024, noon

Show up to demand NO DECISIONS about the proposed Quantum facility WITHOUT THE COMMUNITY. The facility has the potential to cause mass gentrification and environmental harms, and as it is currently proposed would not benefit our communities. Join us in demanding they slow this down: 1. SUBMIT ... More

Pack the Court for Hananiah Dukes

Cook County Courthouse, 2650 S California Avenue, Courtroom 606, Chicago

Nov. 21, 2024, 9:30 a.m.

Hananiah Dukes is a survivor of wrongful conviction pursuing post-conviction proceedings to win his freedom. Dukes is currently serving a 70-year sentence for a crime he did not commit. His conviction was based on a supposed oral statement that Dukes never gave, and disregarded exculpatory evidence ... More

Sound Museum

Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 7 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 8 p.m.

Welcome poupeh missaghi and Julia Conrad to Pilsen Community Books for an event in celebration of poupeh's new book "Sound Museum." A combination of fiction and documentation, Sound Museum fearlessly interrogates state-sanctioned violence and the psychology--and banality--of evil. In Iran, a cura... More

Trans Day of Remembrance Celebration

1039-1043 E 43rd Street, Room 43, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 6 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 9 p.m.

Join us ins honoring resilience and remembrance at our TDOR celebration. ** A candlelight vigil and montage honoring our siblings we have lost ** Keynote speaker ** Recognition of five extraordinary transgender individuals, advancing equity and access for all ** A family-style dinner will be s... More

Surveillance in the Muslim Community

UIC Daley Library, Room I-470, 801 S. Morgan Street, Chicago

Nov. 20, 2024, 6 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 8 p.m.

Join us for an engaging evening exploring Surveillance in the Muslim Community with a movie screening and discussion led by Muhammad Sankari! Enjoy free Byrd’s Hot Chicken and gain insights on this critical topic.... More

Anniversary Celebration of the American Civic and Humanitarian Coalition

Vasco’s Peri Peri, 440 E Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL

Nov. 20, 2024, 5 p.m. - Nov. 20, 2024, 10 p.m.

Celebrate a year of cultural exchange, social activism, and community unity! Vasco’s Peri Peri will donate a portion of the evening’s proceeds to ACHC, supporting our mission to promote social advocacy and empower local initiatives. Enjoy great food, connect with passionate advocates, and support... More

Night of Light: Faith and Freedom--Islamic Perspectives on Justice for Palestine

Loyola University's Life Science Building, 1050 W. Sheridan Road, Room 142, Chicago

Nov. 19, 2024, 6:45 p.m.

Salam everyone! Join Loyola University's Muslim Student Association and Students for Justice in Palestine, November 19th for Night of Light. This is more than just an event—it’s a chance to engage in meaningful dialogue about justice for Palestine and the broader fight for social justice. We are ... More

"They Will Beat The Memory Out of Us" with Peter Gelderloos and Timmy Châu

Haymarket Books, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago

Nov. 19, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 19, 2024, 8 p.m.

Join us for an event at Haymarket House with author Peter Gelderloos in conversation with Timmy Châu about his new book, They Will Beat the Memory Out of Us, from Pluto Press. This event is cosponsored by Pilsen Community Books, Pluto Press and Haymarket. There is an apparent lack of options for ... More