- ICIRR (for immigration-related arrests and ICE sightings): 855-435-7693
- NLG Hotline (if you are arrested at a protest or for political activity): 872-465-4244
- Cook County Public Defender hotline (if you are arrested in Chicago or any other city or town in Cook County): 844-817-4448
- First Defense Legal Aid Hotline (to report police, federal law enforcement, or national guard misconduct): 800-529-7374
Cicero-Berwyn Community Response Community Assembly
Cicero Community Park, 3400 S. 53rd Ave, Cicero, IL
July 11, 2026, 1 p.m. - July 11, 2026, 3 p.m.
A restorative space for families to gather amidst the anxiety that is experienced in our neighborhoods.... More
Memorial for the 120 Killed by ICE
1930 Beach Street, Broadview, IL
July 11, 2026, noon - July 11, 2026, 2 p.m.
March and vigil at the Broadview ICE Abduction Center... More
Community Cook-Out Against the Quantum Facility
Russell Square Park, 83rd St & Houston St, Chicago
July 11, 2026, noon - July 11, 2026, 4 p.m.
Come out to Russell Square Park for food, fun, and community! The city plans to build a new quantum facility that will increase rent prices, raise property taxes, and pollute our drinking water. Bring a neighbor, family and friends to come eat with us and learn how we can have a say on what happens ... 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
Organizing to Win! 2-part Leadership Development Workshop
1640 W. Roosevelt Road, #166, Chicago
July 11, 2026, 11 a.m. - July 18, 2026, 3 p.m.
How do we resist threats to people with disabilities, union workers, human services, Medicaid, Medicare, community college, SNAP and other human needs? How do we build our capacity and support to transform our state and nation to truly mee human needs? Sponsored by the Alliance for Community S... More
We the People Popsicle & Ice Cream Social
Skinner Park, Monroe & Throop, Chicago
July 11, 2026, 11 a.m. - July 11, 2026, 1 p.m.
📣 NEW DATE! Thanks for your patience as we secured a new date after our weather postponement. Join us for a family-friendly summer gathering celebrating community, creativity, and connection! Enjoy popsicles and ice cream bars, make buttons, bracelets, and posters, and connect with neighbors in t... More
Fish and/or Resist
Canal Origins Park, 2701 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago
July 11, 2026, 11 a.m. - July 11, 2026, 1 p.m.
(Español abajo) Guess what? Fish and/or Resist is back for a ✨PART TWO✨! Join us on Saturday, July 11th from 11am - 1pm at Canal Origins Park (2701 s. Ashland Ave). We will have a variety of activities free for all ages! We will meet at the entrance with stone art. It is OPTIONAL to participat... 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
A Tribute to the Life & Legacy of George E. Johnson
Rainbow/PUSH Headquarters, 930 E. 50th St, Chicago
July 11, 2026, 8 a.m.
Join us this Saturday as we honor the extraordinary life and legacy of George E. Johnson. A visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and trailblazer, George E. Johnson transformed the beauty industry by creating opportunities, building Black-owned businesses, and investing in our communities. His ... More
The Conviction Machine with Flint Taylor and Bill Ayers
Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago
July 10, 2026, 6 p.m. - July 10, 2026, 7 p.m.
Pilsen Community Books joins Under the Tree Podcast in welcoming Flint Taylor and Bill Ayers to the store for a conversation about Taylor's book The Conviction Machine: Prosecutors, Politicians, and Police Violence in Chicago, a captivating account of the most corrupt and blood-soaked chapters in Ch... More
2026 Summer Solidarity Bash
Pilsen Arts & Community House, 1637 W. 18th St, Chicago
July 10, 2026, 6 p.m.
Chicago Socialist Alternative is excited to announce this year’s SOLIDARITY SUMMER BASH, taking place on Friday, July 10th at @pilsenartscommunityhouse! Join us at the height of Summertime Chi for a night of live music, drinks, and a silent auction with handcrafted goods, books, and more! More in... More
The Veiled Prophet: Secret Societies, White Supremacy, and the Struggle for St. Louis
Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W. 18th St, Chicago
July 9, 2026, 7 p.m. - July 9, 2026, 8 p.m.
Join Pilsen Community Books as we welcome Devin Thomas O'Shea to the store for an event in celebration of his new book The Veiled Prophet: Secret Societies, White Supremacy, and the Struggle for St. Louis, a provocative look at the secret society that has controlled St. Louis for over a century, rev... More
Seeding Solidarity: The Rematriation Tour
Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Chicago
July 9, 2026, 7 p.m.
What are the ways Indigenous and Black communities can come together? 💭✨ CHICAGO, IL - Join literary and community leaders, @lookingtotheeagle, @kylemays, @clairitysee, and Alonzo Waheed of @eatorg for a conversation about paths forward in rematriation and solidarity. In partnership with @eatorgc... More
Treatment Not Trauma Teach-In
Via zoom
July 9, 2026, 6 p.m.
Join us next Thursday, July 9 for a Southwest Treatment Not Trauma Teach-in at 6pm. Come learn about the campaign that has helped shaped the public health infrastructure in Chicago, its history, its wins, and next steps 🎉 you can register through the link below (Spanish interpretation will be availa... More
Shotspotter Returns?!
Chicago City Hall Chambers, 121 N. LaSalle St, 2nd floor, Chicago
July 9, 2026, 1 p.m.
Join us at city hall this Thursday to speak out against racist surveillance!! Chicago got rid of gunshot detection once we have no room to bring it back! Come and speak out against Marty Quinn’s ballot measure and in favor of safety measures that help our communities.... More
Enviro Bingo!
East Side Vodak Library, 3710 E. 106th, Chicago
July 8, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
‼️Join us for Environmental Bingo Night‼️ 📆 WEDNESDAY JULY 8TH 2026 📍 East Side Vodak Library ⏰ Starts at 6:30pm Make sure to bring the whole fam, we’ll have prizes for all ages!... More
Community Fest & Rally for Clean Air!
Hartman Recreation Center & Sanchez Memorial Park, Regist
July 8, 2026, 4 p.m. - July 8, 2026, 7 p.m.
YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR COMMUNITY FEST & RALLY FOR CLEAN AIR! Join us for an evening of community engagement and civic action as we share resources, hear updates from our air quality project, and explore ways to build healthier neighborhoods together. Connect with neighbors, local organizations,... More
What Does ICE Have to Do With Chicago Parking Meters?
Virtual
July 8, 2026, noon - July 8, 2026, 1 p.m.
Join us on July 8, 12-1PM CT for a conversation with @gbrockell Gillian Brockell, a journalist and essayist. She has researched flights operated by Omni Air International as an ICE contractor. Omni is owned by Stonepeak Parktners, the group that wants to buy and operate Chicago Parking Meters, LLC. ... More
PSL Interest Meeting
Wesley United Methodist Church (14 N May St, Aurora, IL
July 7, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
🏳️🌈 Looking for a way to fight back against the 500+ anti-LGBTQ bills in legislation right now, the skyrocketing costs of living, endless war, and the growing power of billionaires? Join us at our next PSL Interest Meeting in Aurora! Working people create the world’s wealth, yet billionaires pro... More