SJP DePaul Storyteling

Nabala Cafe, 4660 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago

Feb. 26, 2025, 6 p.m. - Feb. 28, 2025, 8 p.m.

Join us this coming Wednesday for a Students for Justice in Palestine storytelling event, where we’ll be sharing our family stories over some coffee, shai, and sweets!! RSVP now and we’ll see you all then!!... More

After the 'Ceasefire' What Next for Palestine Solidarity?

Institute for the Humanities at UIC, 1007 W. Harrison St, #153, Chicago

Feb. 26, 2025, 3:30 p.m.

Please join us for an urgent teach in on Gaza after the “ceasefire” tomorrow at 3:30 PM. Eman Abdelhadi (U Chicago), Zeina Zaatari (UIC) and Andy Clarno (UIC) will cover the latest developments in Gaza and the West Bank, the status of the ceasefire, recent proposals by the Trump administration, and ... More

'Israelism' Free Showing & Discussion

Villa Park Public Library, 305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL

Feb. 25, 2025, 6 p.m.

Film screening followed by a group discussion. Free admission, refreshments will be served.... More

Community Care Under Fascism

Pilsen Community Books, 1102 W 18th St, Chicago

Feb. 24, 2025, 7 p.m.

Author and organizer Yaffa joins us to talk about how to create community care under rising fascism. Their latest book, Whispers Beneath the Orange Grove, blends personal narratives with strategies to build a liberated world grounded in mutual aid, community care, and collectivism. Rooted in Indigen... More

Ukraine’s Fight for Self-Determination

Feb. 24, 2025, 1 p.m. - Feb. 24, 2025, 2:30 p.m.

A virtual event marking three years of Ukrainian resistance against Russian imperialism. February 24th marks the third anniversary of Russia’s imperialist invasion of Ukraine. Ever since, the Ukrainian state and its working people have resisted and fought for their self-determination. While they ... More

Chicago Benefit for Gaza

Alahambra Palace, 1240 W Randolph St, Chicago

Feb. 23, 2025, 6 p.m.

Join us for a benefit gala for Gaza! Now more than ever, we must gather as a community and support the rebuilding of our homeland. Join us for an evening to uplift the resilience of our people in Gaza by raising funds needed to rebuild and for important aid and supplies for our brothers and sist... More

The People's Town Hall

Amberg Hall at Bethel New Life, 1150 N Lamon, Chicago

Feb. 23, 2025, 3 p.m. - Feb. 23, 2025, 5 p.m.

Oath Keepers aren't welcome here! On his first day in office, Trump pardoned all the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys involved in Jan. 6. Meanwhile in Chicago, there are eight known Oath Keepers in CPD who operate in our communities with a badge and a gun. Join us at our second People’s Town Hall ... More

Defend Liberation Self-Defense Open House

Phoenix Sports Empire, 5800 Forest View Rd, Lisle, IL

Feb. 23, 2025, 2 p.m. - Feb. 23, 2025, 4 p.m.

Join us for Defend Liberation: A Self-Defense Open House. In collaboration with Chicago Muslim Boxing Club, and Phoenix Sports Empire, this empowering event celebrates Black Liberation and the legacy of Muhammad Ali. Learn essential self-defense techniques through boxing while exploring the art of r... More

Stand Up for Our Immigrant Community

Rockford, IL. Meet at S. Winnebago & W. State Street. Ending at E. State Street & 9th Street.

Feb. 23, 2025, 1 p.m.

No hate, no fear. Fight IGNORANCE, not IMMIGRANTS. Join us in a peaceful protest to stand up for our immigrant community. Bring flags, posters & banners.... More

Building a Liberated World

53 S Randall Rd, North Aurora, IL

Feb. 22, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

Come join an evening of strategy and reflection on how to build a liberated world based in community care, for all of us. Yaffa, a disabled, autistic, trans, queer, Muslim, and Indigenous Palestinian author & organizer, will lead us through what it means to fight for collective liberation in our loc... More

Know Your Building. Know Your Landlord.

Coleman Library Branch, 731 E. 63rd Street, Chicago

Feb. 22, 2025, 2 p.m. - Feb. 22, 2025, 4 p.m.

In this workshop you'll learn to use public records to research code violations and property ownership for any building in Chicago. These tools are key for anyone dealing with unresponsive landlords and housing that feels like it's falling apart faster than the rent is going up. They’ll also sha... More

Immigration: Myths & Facts

Rogers Park Public Library, 6907 N. Clark St, Chicago

Feb. 22, 2025, 1 p.m. - Feb. 22, 2025, 3 p.m.

Join @pslnational and @ilworkersinaction for a lunch and discussion on the myths and facts of immigration, and join the fight back against Trump’s extreme-right, billionaire agenda! Colluding with Trump, the corporate media continues to spread misinformation about immigrants in an attempt to just... More

Galentines for Valentines

18th St Casa De Cultura, 2057 W. 18th Street, Chicago

Feb. 22, 2025, noon - Feb. 22, 2025, 5 p.m.

Let’s show some Galentine’s love to Palestine! Come by for a curated market made up of local Palestinian women and allies - stay for the activities by our talented artists! $5 entry fee Market * Sweets * Activities * Coffee Vendor Fees and Ticket Sales donated to @aneraorg in support of Dig... More

War Tax Resistance 101

Virtual

Feb. 20, 2025, 7:30 p.m.

Workshop on Zoom. Learn how to get started, methods & risks, war tax resistance resources, and much more!... More

What We're Fighting For

3411 W. Diversey Ave, Chicago

Feb. 20, 2025, 7 p.m.

An introduction to DSA's political program. Interested in learning more about DSA, democratic socialism, and our political vision? This 90 minute event will provide a brief overview of DSA and a longer discussion of our political program, Workers Deserve More. There will also be time for some ... More

Experiencing Palestine-Israel: Reflections, Realities, and Paths to Solidarity

Lake Street Church, MacLeish Hall, 1450 Chicago Ave, Evanston (enter the door on the north side of the courtyard)

Feb. 20, 2025, 7 p.m.

Chris Inserra and Craig B. Mousin will share their experiences from their 10-day trip in November 2024 to Palestine-Israel, including time in the West Bank (East Jerusalem. Ramallah, Nablus) and near Gaza, meeting with Christian, Muslim and Jewish community members and organizations and the current ... More

Let's Talk Palestine: A Community Discussion

Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street, Willowbrook, IL

Feb. 20, 2025, 6:45 p.m. - Feb. 20, 2025, 8 p.m.

The final part of "Unveiling Palestine: A Series on Different Sectors of Palestinian Society," a series of sessions on Palestinian History by Tarek Khalil at the Mecca Center in collaboration with American Muslims for Palestine. Mr. Khalil is the Education Chair of American Muslims for Palestine... More

Punished for Dreaming

Chicago Teachers Union, 1901 W. Carroll Ave, Chicago

Feb. 19, 2025, 4:30 p.m. - Feb. 19, 2025, 8 p.m.

How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal. What does justice in education look like? Drs. Bettina Love & David Stovall break down the systemic harms in school reform & housing policy—and how we fight back. Don’t miss this urgent discussion! 📚 The first 100 guests get a FREE signed co... More

Hold the Line: No Votes for the Coup!

Office of Congresswoman Schakowsky, 4500 Oakton St, Skokie, IL

Feb. 19, 2025, 11 a.m. - Feb. 19, 2025, noon

Purpose of Rally We are pushing our Representatives to hold firm and not bail out Republicans by voting for the funding bill. This isn’t normal politics.This is harmful to all but the wealthiest among us. Trump is violating the Constitution by shutting down USAID, CFPB, Federal Funding. He is ... More

What will Trump’s Second Term Mean for US Russian Relations?

Via zoom

Feb. 18, 2025, 7 p.m. - Feb. 18, 2025, 8 p.m.

Will Trump succeed in ending 3 year long war in Ukraine? Will Trump reestablish normal diplomatic relations with Russia after 4 year freeze? The West Suburban Peace will discuss these and other aspects of US Russian relations at its February Educational Forum via Zoom Speaker: Independent jou... More