| TUESDAY SPECIALS |
|  | | Elixir Lounge
Tuesday Treat: Elixir's speciality cocktails $8.00 |
| |  | | Spyners Pub
$3.50 Absolute Vodkas and Flavors |
| |  | | Scot's
$6.00 (+ $1.50 high-end) all martinis |
| |  | | Innexile
BLUE MOON PINTS WITH A SLICE OF ORANGE - $3.00 |
| |  | | Berlin
Resident DJ VoxBox
$3 Berlin Bombs (now with Absolut), $5 Tropical Sex pints, $4 Honey flavored whiskey (Jack/Jim), $2 PBR, $4 Fireball, $5 Stoli |
| |  | | Lucky Horseshoe Lounge
Buff Night |
| |  | | The SoFo Tap
$5 Absolut Cocktails |
| |  | | Hamburger Mary's
All of Mary's signature "Mary-Tinis" are $2 off all day, every Tuesday! |
| |  | | Maneuvers
$2 Bottles - Miller Budweiser Coors |
| |  | | The Closet
Musical Open Mic with Sami 7pm - $3 Well $3.50 Pints of Miller Lite $3.50 Shock Tops |
| |  | | Sidetrack
TRL TUESDAYS 9pm-2am
A totally rad lineup of 90s & early 00s music videos |
| |  | | Big Chicks
$4 Dark & Stormy - $3 bottles of Corona and Corona Light - $3.50 Well Vodka cocktails |
| |  | | Bobby Love's
$2 Well Cocktails, $2 Domestic Beers |
| |  | | Roscoe's
$12 Absolut Mandrin Cosmo Pitchers $12 Absolut Long Island Pitchers $5 Jager Bombs $2.50 Miller Lite Drafts |
| |  | | Charlie's
$10 Absolut pitchers, $2 Bud/Bud Light, $4 Jager & bombs, karaoke 9PM - 1AM |
| |  | | Crew Bar and Grll
Taco Tuesday - $1 each Shrimp or BBQ pork tacos for $2 each Beergarita pints $4.75 |
| |  | | Hydrate
$1 Drinks, No Cover until 12am |
| |  | | Funky Buddha (Closed)
Funky Tuesdays * No Cover ALL NIGHT $4 PBR/Old Style + Well Shot $3 Well shots $3 Domestics $4 Imports $5 Jack and Cokes $5 Patron/Grey Goose Cherry Shots
* Dancers Andrea Coulter & Kiara Sade-Monia *STAR-TENDER ALEX MADNESS |
| |  | | Shakers On Clark (Formerly 3160)
$4 Svedka, Captain Morgan, Bombay Drinks |
| |  | | The Call
$5 Skyy Cocktails - Regular and Flavors |
| |  | | Estelle's
$2 Drafts / Bottles
$3 Beers
$9 Delirium |
| |  | | Scarlet Bar
1st Tuesday of the Month Party
Industry Night 8pm - 2am
DJ Luna and DJ Step |
| |  | | Center on Halsted
Queer Yoga - This gentle class is appropriate for beginners as well as seasoned yogis. 6:30 PM - 7:40 PM |
| |  | | Cellblock
GAME NIGHT Join Joe and Kelly for bar games, free pool, and Wii |
| |  | | Atmosphere
Bored GAYmes * Wii, Cards, Jenga, Scrabble... * $3 wells, $5 Electric Lemonades, $3 Miller Lite and Bud Light drafts |
| |  | | Phoenix Bar (Hunter's)
9pm -2am Karaoke w/ Jake * $3 Miller Lite Drafts $4 sweet Revenge Shots |
| |  | | DS Tequila Company
Starving Artist: $5 Burgers $3 Jamo $2 select Beers $3 Slammers |
| |  | | Club Krave
Trashy Tuesdays PBR Cans $1 |
| |  | | Broadway Youth Center
7PM-9PM: X-Pressions, an arts-based drop in program. |
| |  | | Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
Half priced martinis 1/3 off small plates $12.95 Chicken & Waffles with a glass of champagne |
| |  | | Farraguts on Clark
All 16 drafts $2.50 each |
| |  | | R Public House
Fried Chicken Special $12 |
| |  | | Progress Bar
Honey Pot, Halsteds first and only all girl night. Resident DJ AllTheWay Kay |
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| Tuesday, Oct 17Game Night at Gerber/Hart Library Bring yourself, some friends, and a board game to share.
There is a TV available for anyone who prefers video games. Just bring your own system, games, controllers, etc.
This event is free and open to people of all ages. Limited free parking is available in the parking lot on the north side of the building. 6:00pm - 9:00pm Gerber Hart Library and Archives 6500 N Clark St Chicago http://www.facebook.com/events/1203767119767170
| | Workshop: Building a Trans-Inclusive Community Presented by Kate Harrington-Rosen & Jes Scheinpflug. Because work, school, worship, friends and family tend to be conditioned to view and treat gender in ways that don't serve society well, this interactive two-hour workshop is designed for community members who want to create more trans-affirming spaces. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Lake Street Church of Evanston, 607 Lake St., Evanston http://www.windycitymediagroup.com/m/APParticle.php?AID=60542&i=28&s= Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-trans-affirming-community-tickets-38204576918 .
| | Fun Home Hailed as one of Broadway's most original musicals and winner of five Tony Awards, Fun Home is inspired by Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir. Through Nov. 14. $15-$54 7:30pm Victory Gardens Theater 2433 N Lincoln Ave Chicago Tickets: http://victorygardens.org/our-season/fun-home/
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Wednesday, Oct 18Mama Look! Story Time Children's author Patricia J. Murphy will be reading and signing her latest picture book, Mama, LOOK!, a collaboration with Caldecott Medalist, David Diaz 10:30am - 11:00am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/mama-look-story-time
| | Meet & Mingle, Expanding Inclusion in the LGBTQ Community How to work with and provide services to LGBTQ adults with developmental disabilities. 5:30pm - 8:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-mingle-with-proud-included-tickets-38027215425?aff=es2
| | Kesha Rainbow Tour With songs from the new album Rainbow, including Praying, Hymn, Learn To Let Go, and Rainbow. 7:00pm Aragon Ballroom 1106 W Lawrence Ave Chicago Tickets: http://www1.ticketmaster.com/kesha-rainbow-tour-2017-chicago-illinois-10-18-2017/event/040052FBA1742AB6#efeat4212
| | Book Launch Party: A Date to Die by Anne Laughlin Anne Laughlin with special guest Beth Feldman Brandt. Kay Adler is a hardworking Chicago detective who seeks justice for the victims of murder. She has one close friend, no lovers, and a difficult family. Her life is her work. If she drinks enough on her off hours, it suits her just fine. When people she knows start dying, she must look at uncomfortable parts of her past to find a suspect. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/book-launch-party-date-die-anne-laughlin
| | Queerly Beloved Huggable Riot presents an LGBTQ revue. Written by a spectrum-spanning all-queer-identifying cast of first-time Rioters, Queerly Beloved explores the notion of identity and what it means to be LGBTQ in today's world. Every Wednesday at 8 pm 8:00pm Annoyance Theatre 851 W Belmont Chicago 773.697.9693 Tickets: http://www.theannoyance.com
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Thursday, Oct 19Pride Action Tank's Two Year Anniversary Pride Action Tank launched two years ago as a project of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. Featured speaker is Lee BeyLee Bey, respected expert, writer, urban planning consultant and photographer of the built environment. Performance by Brandon Markell Holmes actor, singer, writer, multi-media artist in creative storytelling. RSVP to Jackie Thaney at jthaney@aidschicago.org 7:30am - 9:30am Clark-Hill PLC, 130 East Randolph, Suite 3900 http://prideactiontank.org
| | Chicago Foundation for Women, Activate annual luncheon and symposium Connect with local organizations and learn about all the ways to take action to make a difference for women and girls. 12:00pm - 1:30pm Hyatt Regency Chicago 151 E Wacker Dr Chicago http://www.cfw.org/32nd-annual-luncheon-and-symposium/ Tickets: http://www.cfw.org/
| | Protest Banner Lending Library workshop Communal sewing space to support each other's voices, an opportunity to gain banner-making skills and a place to borrow handmade banners to use in protests. During workshop hours, the public is invited to check out and return banners. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St.
| | Mr. Gay Syria A beauty pageant like no other: In the Turkish city of Istanbul, Syrian refugees vie for the title "Mr. Gay Syria." The winner will travel to Malta to compete in the Mr. Gay World contest-one of countless efforts on the part of Berlin-based competition organizer Mahmoud Hassino to raise awareness about the plight of LGBTQ refugees. Director Ayse Peker is scheduled to attend. 5:45pm AMC Theatres - River East 21, Chicago Tickets: http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com/film/mr-gay-syria/
| | Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
` 6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | LGBTQ History and Activism Forum with John D'Emilio To celebrate LGBTQ History Month, a lecture by author and historian D'Emilio followed by a facilitated Q&A. 6:00pm - 8:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14577 Tickets: http://community.centeronhalsted.org/pages/historyandactivism
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | Then They Came for Me 100 powerful images from the book Un-American by Chicago-based photography historians Richard Cahan and Michael Williams look at a dark episode in U.S. history when, in the name of national security, the government incarcerated 120,000 citizens and legal residents during World War II without due process or other constitutional protections to which they were entitled. Through Nov. 19. 6:30pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St. http://www.AlphawoodGallery.org
| | Virginia McGathey teaches B.A.N.K. system The openly LGBT business owner will discuss "a reverse-engineered personality profiling system designed to dramatically improve your Communications, accelerate your Negotiations, and Close More Sales." Register online. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Ridgemoor Country Club, 6601 W Gunnison St., Chicago Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/bank-tm-chicago-launch-and-workshop-tickets-37742026417 .
| | W.O.M.B. Open Mic Everyone is welcome. Third Thursday of the month. Hosted by Lucy and e. nina jay. Please come early if you want to perform. 7:00pm - 10:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
| | A Seat at the Table: Finding Equal Footing Through Storytelling Speakers are Lena Waithe, Bozoma Saint John and Elaine Welteroth. Waithe is the actress and writer who plays Denis, shared her coming out story on Netflix's Master of None, produced Dear White People and is writing and producing The Chi, an upcoming Showtime series. Saint John is the Chief Brand Officer at Uber and Welteroth is Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue. 7:00pm - 8:30pm The Harris Theater Millenium Pk 205 E Randolph Dr Chicago Tickets: http://www.chicagoideas.com/events/storytelling
| | New Town Writers' Workshop Participants are asked to bring copies of their work so other writers and listeners may more easily follow the texts. Submissions for the anthology Off the Rocks should be a Word file, in Times New Roman 12 point font. Prose should be one-sided, double spaced with numbered pages. Poets can submit up to three poems and they may be single-spaced. Submit to RKleinEngler@aol.com . 7:00pm - 9:00pm Charmers' Cafe, 1500 W. Jarvis, Chicago.
| | The Amazing Acro-Cats REAL house cats walk a tightrope, balance and roll on a ball across the floor, ride a skateboard and perform in a band. Alley the cat is a Guiness world record holder. Through October 22. 7:30pm Vittum Theater 1012 N. Noble St. Chicago Tickets: http://vittumtheater.org/upcoming-performances/the-amazing-acro-cats/
| | The Conversation: What is Justice? Each month, W&CF gathers a group of writers, artists, and politicians together to talk about an issue of political, social, or cultural importance. These are not readings, but passionate conversations that will include the audience. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/conversation-what-justice
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Friday, Oct 20Weekly Tai Chi Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 8:45am - 9:45am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Mr. Gay Syria A beauty pageant like no other: In the Turkish city of Istanbul, Syrian refugees vie for the title "Mr. Gay Syria." The winner will travel to Malta to compete in the Mr. Gay World contest-one of countless efforts on the part of Berlin-based competition organizer Mahmoud Hassino to raise awareness about the plight of LGBTQ refugees. 12:15pm AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St., Chicago Tickets: http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com/film/mr-gay-syria/
| | LGBTQ Artists' Gallery Opening Jess T. Dugan: Photography. Catherine Forester: Drawings and video. Reception with cash bar. Suggested donation $5. 6:00pm - 8:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14580
| | Sex Kiki and workshop with Coriama Couture Popup community dialogue about lived experiences of sexuality, sentiments of beauty, and self-exploration of femininity and its fluidity. First half hour, mingle and purchase tickets for a drawing of items from Early2Bed, Howard Brown Health Center, and in.Power*. Bar open for those 21+. 6:00pm - 8:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago Tickets: http://community.centeronhalsted.org/pages/asexkiki
| | Queer Genre Fiction Book Group Romancing the Inventor: A Supernatural Society Novella by Gail Carriger. Parking available. Free event. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Gerber Hart Library and Archives 6500 N Clark St Chicago http://www.facebook.com/events/1717743551868783
| | Spectrum Monthly Peer-Led Support Group For those who identify as masculine of center on the gender spectrum. Centers the experiences of LGBTQ masculine people of color and discusses issues related to this community. Meets the third Friday of the month. Questions to Gee at spectrum@affinity95.org or Imani at imani@affinity95.org.
7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
| | The Amazing Acro-Cats REAL house cats walk a tightrope, balance and roll on a ball across the floor, ride a skateboard and perform in a band. Alley the cat is a Guiness world record holder. 7:30pm Vittum Theater 1012 N. Noble St. Chicago Tickets: http://vittumtheater.org/upcoming-performances/the-amazing-acro-cats/
| | Fun Home Hailed as one of Broadway's most original musicals and winner of five Tony Awards, Fun Home is inspired by Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir. Through Nov. 14. $15-$54 7:30pm Victory Gardens Theater 2433 N Lincoln Ave Chicago Tickets: http://victorygardens.org/our-season/fun-home/
| | Author Conversation: Jeannie Vanasco with Daniel Raeburn Vanasco and Raeburn will be discussing Vanasco's highly anticipated memoir, The Glass Eye. The night before her father dies, eighteen-year-old Jeannie Vanasco promises she will write a book for him. But this isn't the book she imagined. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/author-conversation-jeannie-vanasco-daniel-raeburn
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 8:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
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Saturday, Oct 21"Hoots & H'owls" Annual Halloween Fall Festival in Randhurst Free family festival featuring fun activities and events including a pet costume parade, exotic owls from the Stillman Nature Center, performances and fun crafts 11:30am - 4:30pm Randhurst Village, Rand and Elmhurst Roads, Mount Prospect http://events.dailyherald.com
| | Then They Came for Me 100 powerful images from the book Un-American by Chicago-based photography historians Richard Cahan and Michael Williams look at a dark episode in U.S. history when, in the name of national security, the government incarcerated 120,000 citizens and legal residents during World War II without due process or other constitutional protections to which they were entitled. 1:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St. http://www.AlphawoodGallery.org
| | Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop Customer Appreciation Event Over 20 local vendors and information on crafting and entrepreneur workshops. Appetizers, raffles and giveaways. 3:00pm - 6:00pm Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop, 3521 S. King Dr. , Chicago http://www.absolutelyanythingessential.com
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 4:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
| | Arts in the Dark Parade This magical nighttime parade brings Chicago's cultural community together - from the most esteemed to the aspiring - to celebrate the power of the sector and importance to the vitality of this city. 6:00pm - 8:00pm On Columbus moving north from Balbo to Monroe. http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/parade28.html
| | Zombie Bathhouse: A Rock Musical The story of Michael, a DJ, and his friends, who venture into the local bathhouse after Pride Day celebrations, where Michael is guest-DJing. Disaster ensues when a zombie outbreak threatens to turn all the bathhouse patrons into flesh-eating ghouls. Multiple dates through Sunday Oct. 29. $20 7:00pm - 9:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14570
| | The Amazing Acro-Cats REAL house cats walk a tightrope, balance and roll on a ball across the floor, ride a skateboard and perform in a band. Alley the cat is a Guiness world record holder. First show 3:30pm 7:30pm Vittum Theater 1012 N. Noble St. Chicago Tickets: http://boxoffice.printtixusa.com/vittumtheater/calendar?i=31002
| | Lady Faust Halloween-themed adaptation of Christopher Marlowe's haunting work, which takes a female-forward turn. The central character is struggling through the Great Depression AND has no right to inherit her father's business and fortune because she's female. In true Faust fashion, she strikes a deal with Lucifer.
$15. Saturdays through Oct. 28 7:30pm The Public House Theatre 3914 N. Clark St. Chicago 773.230.4770 Tickets: http://thepubtheatre.com/show/lady-faust-15/2017-10-07/
| | Big Orange Ball Dance at Chicago's hottest Halloween costume party, benefiting Howard Brown Health. General admission $150. At the door, $175. 8:00pm - 1:00am Carnivale 702 W Fulton Chicago http://howardbrown.org/event/big-orange-ball-2017/ Tickets: http://orange2017.gesture.com/
| | Net-Flix and Kill Twenty-six scenes of horror-comedy and straight up horror written by various guest writers. Through Oct. 28 10:30pm The Broadway, Pride Arts Center, 4139 N. Broadway, Chicago Tickets: http://www.pridefilmsandplays.com
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Sunday, Oct 22Alcoholics Anonymous Open to those with a desire to stop drinking. 9:30am Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.chicagoaa.org/about-caso
| | Weekly Qigong Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 9:30am - 10:30am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Halloween Pup Crawl Stops on Pup Crawl are The Leigh Gallery, Chicago Male, Peets Coffee, Saphhire Nail Salon, Venicci Pizza, Yefseis Cafe. $5 participation fee. 10:00am - 12:00pm On Halsted north of Belmont http://www.facebook.com/LakeviewHalloweenPupCrawl/
| | Women Survivors of Chicago Unite Join fellow survivors to inspire one another through short storytelling, networking, laughing, and bonding. Private and intimate event for women aged 35+ to connect, share experiences and hear courageous testimonies. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, Lupus Awareness, Domestic Violence Awareness and all between. $25, advance purchase only 2:00pm - 5:00pm Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop, 3521 S. King Dr. , Chicago 312-238-9447 Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-grown-woman-tales-v-survivors-edition-tickets-37844598212
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 3:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
| | That's So Gay! The Stereotype Cabaret Sixteen multi-talented members of Windy City Gay Chorus and Windy City Treble Quire will offer a kaleidoscope of songs to illuminate our most glaring stereotypes with wit and compassion. Humor dominates but there'll also be quiet, heart-tugging songs. Premium Reserved Seats $35. Standard Reserved and Standing Room Only Seats $25.00. 5:30pm Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway St., Chicago Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com
| | Vegan Dinner With Vegetarian Resource Group During the annual meeting of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Meet VRG advisors Reed Mangels PhD, RD, Catherine Conway MS, RD, Charles Stahler, Debra Wasserman, and vegetarian dietitians from around the country. The public is welcome. Must pay in advance, $35 to The Vegetarian Resource Group, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore MD, 21203 or online. 6:00pm LYFE Kitchen, Fairbanks and Ontario 410-366-8343 Tickets: http://www.vrg.org/donate
| | Susan Werner Writer, singer and musician. New music from An American In Havana, a collection of original songs inspired by Werner's recent travels to Cuba. 7:00pm City Winery Chicago 1200 W Randolph St Chicago Tickets: http://concertwith.me/checkout/event/5582860?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=event-promo&utm_campaign=Susan-Werner-in-Chicago%2C-IL&utm_content=tickets-available-link&ref=http%3A%2F%2Fcwm.io%2F906fbe
| | The Amazing Acro-Cats REAL house cats walk a tightrope, balance and roll on a ball across the floor, ride a skateboard and perform in a band. Alley the cat is a Guiness world record holder. First show 3:30pm 7:30pm Vittum Theater 1012 N. Noble St. Chicago Tickets: http://vittumtheater.org/upcoming-performances/the-amazing-acro-cats/
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Monday, Oct 23TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing toa safe and trans affirming space to access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Wednesday, Oct 25Bridging Systems Against Hate Summit Registration 8:00 am. The Chicago Commission on Human Relations' second annual hate-crimes summit. A coalition of community advocates, government agencies and law-enforcement officials will raise awareness regarding hate crimes, address the barriers to reporting them and provide opportunities for networking, collaboration and study. Speakers: Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx; Christian Picciolini, a former skinhead and current peace activist; and Stephen Scaffidi, the mayor of Oak Creek, Wisconsin. 9:00am - 3:30pm University of Illinois at Chicago, Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted St. http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/cchr/supp_info/2017HateCrimesSummit.html
| | Adult Accomplice Training, Sexual Identities: Creating Safe Spaces Consider issues with using and not using gendered language with small group activity, recognize homophobia and heterosexism and more. Illinois Caucus for Adolescent Health is a network of empowered youth and allied adults who transform public consciousness. Register online.
10:00am - 1:00pm Illinois Caucus for Adolescent Health ICAH 226 S. Wabash Ave. Ste. 900 Chicago http://icah.nationbuilder.com/sexual-identity?utm_campaign=sexids17&utm_medium=email&utm_source=icah
| | Network for Equality Equality Illinois' premier LGBTQ networking after-work reception that benefits Equality Illinois. Appetizers, beer, and wine and a short speaking program. 6:00pm - 8:30pm 10 E. Randolph St Tickets: http://www.equalityillinois.us/events/nfe/
| | Then They Came for Me 100 powerful images from the book Un-American by Chicago-based photography historians Richard Cahan and Michael Williams look at a dark episode in U.S. history when, in the name of national security, the government incarcerated 120,000 citizens and legal residents during World War II without due process or other constitutional protections to which they were entitled. 6:30pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St. http://www.AlphawoodGallery.org
| | 40+ Monthly Peer-Led Support Group and Potluck Peer-led support group that highlights the experiences of Black, LGBTQ women. This support group is open to women who are 40 years old and older and the discussion centers on the experiences of LGBTQ women of color. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Bring a dish to share. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
| | Intersex Stories: Not Surgeries Lynnell Stephani Long, Pidgeon Pagonis, Sean Saifa Wall present How the Medical Industrial Complex has Violated Intersex People's Human Rights. 7:00pm - 8:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org
| | Brit Bennett in conversation with Britt Julious: The Mothers Welcome Brit Bennett to Women & Children First to discuss her debut novel, The Mothers, with local writer Britt Julious. Set within a contemporary black community in Southern California, Brit Bennett's mesmerizing first novel is an emotionally perceptive story about community, love, and ambition. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/brit-bennett-conversation-britt-julious-paperback-tour-mothers
| | They Chicagoland teenager in the process of transitioning, who must make important choices relating to their gender identity. Chicago-based Iranian director Ghazvinizadeh 8:00pm AMC Theatres - River East 21, Chicago Tickets: http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com/film/they/
| | Queerly Beloved Huggable Riot presents an LGBTQ revue. Written by a spectrum-spanning all-queer-identifying cast of first-time Rioters, Queerly Beloved explores the notion of identity and what it means to be LGBTQ in today's world. Every Wednesday at 8 pm 8:00pm Annoyance Theatre 851 W Belmont Chicago 773.697.9693 Tickets: http://www.theannoyance.com
| | NY Night Train Haunted Hop Halloween dance party tour With Kid Congo and the Pink Monkey Birds, DJ Jonathan Toubin, projectionist Spencer Bewley, NYNT Mummy Dancers, costume contest, and more! 9:00pm The Hideout 1354 W Wabansia Ave Chicago 773-227-4433 http://www.newyorknighttrain.com
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Thursday, Oct 26Protest Banner Lending Library workshop Communal sewing space to support each other's voices, an opportunity to gain banner-making skills and a place to borrow handmade banners to use in protests. During workshop hours, the public is invited to check out and return banners. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St.
| | Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
` 6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | Les Miserables Barricade-busting play not based upon the original turntable-dominated production, but rather directors Laurence Connor and James Powell's version featuring projections of Hugo's own Parisian sketches and paintings. Through Oct. 29. $57 - $272 for VIP packages; call 800-775-2000 or visit BroadwayInChicago.com . 7:30pm Cadillac Palace Theatre 151 W Randolph Chicago 800-775-2000 Tickets: http://BroadwayInChicago.com
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 8:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
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Friday, Oct 27Weekly Tai Chi Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 8:30am - 9:30am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Punk In a maximum-security prison a group of inmates who are protected and housed in a special unit for gay, bisexual and transgender inmates. Tensions rise when Travis, a young man sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a gay man, requests to transfer into the unit. Fear and suspicion hover over the inmates who call this unit home. Through Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017. $20. 7:30pm The Den Theatre Upstairs Main Stage, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago Tickets: http://www.thenewcolony.org
| | Meet Juan( ito ) Doe Powerful and sometimes surreal portrait of working-class and immigrant life on the Southside of Chicago. Part of the Chicago International Latino Theater Festival. Mondays and Fridays at 7:30pm through Nov. 10. Pay-What-You-Can at door. Due to small space, advance tickets recommended, starting $5. 7:30pm Storyfront, 4346 S. Ashland Ave. Tickets: http://fstmjd.bpt.me/
| | Les Miserables with Equality Illinois Proceeds from the sale of these tickets benefit Equality Illinois' LGBTQ civil rights work 7:30pm Cadillac Palace Theatre 151 W Randolph Chicago Tickets: http://www.equalityillinois.us/events/les-miserables/
| | Skokie Theatre Gives Back: No One is an Island, Puerto Rico Hurricane Fundraiser Reflection, song, and commitment with singers performing songs in response to the extreme suffering of our fellow American citizens in Puerto Rico. Raffle for theater tickets donated by numerous acclaimed Chicago theaters. Minimum donation of $50. 8:00pm Skokie Theatre 7924 Lincoln Ave Skokie, IL 60077 Tickets: http://www.skokietheater.org
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 8:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
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Saturday, Oct 28Chicago Humanities Festival, Fallfest/17: Belief Runs through Sunday, Nov. 12. Tony Kushner on Nov. 11. Also includes Rolling Stone writer Matt Taibbi, Aspen Institute President and CEO Walter Isaacson, French philosopher and social critic Bernard-Henri Levy, filmmaker Joe Swanberg, Obama Presidential Center architects Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, and Publican chef Paul Kahan. 2:00pm Various locations 312-605-8444 Tickets: http://tickets.chicagohumanities.org
| | Zombie Bathhouse: A Rock Musical The story of Michael, a DJ, and his friends, who venture into the local bathhouse after Pride Day celebrations, where Michael is guest-DJing. Disaster ensues when a zombie outbreak threatens to turn all the bathhouse patrons into flesh-eating ghouls. Multiple dates through Sunday Oct. 29. $20 7:00pm - 9:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14573
| | Splatter Theater 30th annual slasher spoof full of outrageous thrills and chills, a parody of Friday the 13th type movies. $20, $15 for students 8:00pm Annoyance Theatre 851 W Belmont Chicago Tickets: http://www.theannoyance.com
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Sunday, Oct 29Alcoholics Anonymous Open to those with a desire to stop drinking. 9:30am Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.chicagoaa.org/about-caso
| | Weekly Qigong Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 9:30am - 10:30am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Opening of Take A Stand Center at the Illinois Holocaust Museum Unveiling of a new immersive permanent exhibition with a forward-looking emphasis on multiple areas of social justice. 10:00am - 5:00pm Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center 9603 Woods Dr. Skokie, IL 60077 http://www.illinoisholocaustmuseum.org/tas
| | Andersonville Dessert Crawl Two curated dessert routes will highlight sweet treats throughout the district. Hosted by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. Check in starts 1pm.
2:00pm - 9:00pm Check in at Swedish American Museum Tickets: http://www.andersonville.org/events/dessert-crawl/
| | That's So Gay! The Stereotype Cabaret Sixteen multi-talented members of Windy City Gay Chorus and Windy City Treble Quire will offer a kaleidoscope of songs to illuminate our most glaring stereotypes with wit and compassion. Humor dominates but there'll also be quiet, heart-tugging songs. Premium Reserved Seats $35. Standard Reserved and Standing Room Only Seats $25.00. 5:30pm Uptown Underground, 4707 N. Broadway St., Chicago Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com
| | Chicago Prime Timers host Prime Timers Worldwide Convention 30-year anniversary event through Nov. 2. Workshops (such as "Event Planning Strategies" and "Gay Men and Prostate Cancer") as well as dinner cruise, a Halloween masquerade ball and more. Linda Ketner-the president of KSI Leadership, co-founder of the Alliance for Full Acceptance and Management Development, and a former U.S. Congress candidate-will be the keynote speaker on Monday, Oct. 30. People need not be members of the Prime Timers to attend. Register online. The Prime Timers are older gay or bisexual men and younger men who admire mature men. 7:00pm Double Tree Hotel by Hilton Chicago, 300 E. Ohio St. Tickets: http://chicagoprimetimers.org/convention/About.html
| | House of Infiniti 15th Annual SOS Ball Longest annual House Ball in Ballroom history. Since hosting our first Addams Family Ball in 2003 the Ball has always prioritized confidential HIV testing as a means to decrease health disparities. 9:00pm - 1:00am The Quarry Event Center, 2423 E 75th St, Chicago Tickets: http://www.facebook.com/events/120931011894922/
| | The RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE: WERQ THE WORLD TOUR Michelle Visage will host. Featuring live performances by Alyssa Edwards, Detox, Kim Chi, Latrice Royale, Shangela, Violet Chachki and Season 9 Stars Peppermint and Valentina. Music by DJ Lady Bunny.
9:00pm Metro Chicago 3730 N Clark Chicago Tickets: http://vossevents.com/event.cfm?id=184821
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Monday, Oct 30Personal Pac Annual Awards Luncheon Keynote Speaker Joy-Ann Reid, MSNBC host of AM Joy and
frequent Meet the Press commentator. For tickets or more information: info@personalpac.org. General reception 11:00 am. VIP reception with honorees 1:30 pm. RSVP by Oct. 20.
12:00pm Chicago Hilton and Towers 720 S Michigan Ave Chicago http://www.personalpac.org
| | TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space to access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
| | Hex-A-Long Hocus Pocus, Hosted by Dick O'Day This Halloween, the Sanderson Sisters are casting their spell over the Music Box! Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker star as three 17th-century Salem witches who rise from the dead. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Music Box Theatre 3733 N Southport Chicago http://www.facebook.com/events/2002128683404873/
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Tuesday, Oct 31Splatter Theater 30th annual slasher spoof full of outrageous thrills and chills, a parody of Friday the 13th type movies. $20, $15 for students 8:00pm Annoyance Theatre 851 W Belmont Chicago Tickets: http://www.theannoyance.com
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Wednesday, Nov 1Patricia Ann McNair with David Trinidad: And These Are the Good Times A Read Local event. Dancing to the jukebox in dark taverns; saying goodbye to her father on the last morning of his life; having sex in the backseat of a car at a drive-in movie; drinking scotch in a nightclub in Havana, Cuba, and coffee in Paris; making up stories on the run; flirting with boys on summer nights on a Chicago beach; finding the perfect sentence; gathering the entirety of her recently deceased brother's things in two plastic garbage bags--these are just a few of the moments that Patricia Ann McNair shares in her new collection of essays. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/author-reading-patricia-ann-mcnair-david-trinidad
| | David Sedaris Author of the collections of personal essays Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modern Bestiary and Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls. 8:00pm Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University 50 E Congress Pkwy Chicago http://AuditoriumTheatre.org
| | Queerly Beloved Huggable Riot presents an LGBTQ revue. Written by a spectrum-spanning all-queer-identifying cast of first-time Rioters, Queerly Beloved explores the notion of identity and what it means to be LGBTQ in today's world. Every Wednesday at 8 pm 8:00pm Annoyance Theatre 851 W Belmont Chicago 773.697.9693 Tickets: http://www.theannoyance.com
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Thursday, Nov 2Protest Banner Lending Library workshop Communal sewing space to support each other's voices, an opportunity to gain banner-making skills and a place to borrow handmade banners to use in protests. During workshop hours, the public is invited to check out and return banners. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St.
| | She100 Quarterly meeting/social An LGBTQ women's community whose work, presence and advocacy seeks to strengthen and support the greater LGBTQ community in Chicago 5:30pm TBD http://she100.org
| | Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
` 6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | Isabel Allende in conversation with Luis Alberto Urrea Women & Children First hosts the Chicago stop on Isabel Allende's upcoming US tour for her forthcoming novel, In the Midst of Winter. All tickets will include a copy of the book, which attendees will pick up at the door of the venue. 7:00pm Senn High School Auditorium, 5900 N. Glenwood Ave., Chicago, IL Tickets: http://tinyurl.com/y8u7ahw7
| | Bobby Pin Girls Nothing Without a Company presents the story of roommates forced to do some rapid bonding over the course of a wild night. Through Dec 3. 8:00pm Chicago Mosaic School, 1101 W. Granville Ave., Chicago Tickets: http://www.nothingwithoutacompany.org
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Friday, Nov 3Weekly Tai Chi Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 8:45am - 9:45am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Fun Home Hailed as one of Broadway's most original musicals and winner of five Tony Awards, Fun Home is inspired by Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir. Through Nov. 14. $15-$54 7:30pm Victory Gardens Theater 2433 N Lincoln Ave Chicago Tickets: http://victorygardens.org/our-season/fun-home/
| | Meet Juan( ito ) Doe Powerful and sometimes surreal portrait of working-class and immigrant life on the Southside of Chicago. Part of the Chicago International Latino Theater Festival. Mondays and Fridays at 7:30pm through Nov. 10. Pay-What-You-Can at door. Due to small space, advance tickets recommended, starting $5. 7:30pm Storyfront, 4346 S. Ashland Ave. Tickets: http://fstmjd.bpt.me/
| | Book Launch Party: Skating on the Vertical by Jan English Leary A Read Local event. Jan English Leary's writing deftly offers insight into the disappointments and beauty of human love. In her new collection of sixteen stories, Leary writes about individuals who face the challenges of infertility and parenting, estrangement and intimacy, illness and recovery, loss and redemption. At the end of the stories, the characters emerge, sometimes broken, sometimes stronger, always changed. 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/book-launch-party-skating-vertical-jan-english-leary
| | Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood A world premiere adaptation of Atwood's acclaimed novel, a look at one of Canada's most notorious murderers. In 1843, 16-year-old Grace Marks was accused of brutally murdering her employer and his housekeeper. Alias Grace is a fascinating study of memory, culpability, and the shadowy spaces within the human mind. Extended through Nov. 4 8:00pm Rivendell Theatre 5779 North Ridge Chicago Tickets: http://rivendelltheatre.secure.force.com/ticket
| | Halloween Party & Costume Contest Dance Club DJ Bill Abraham. Book hotel ahead, and spend the night for $79 includes breakfast. Party $15 at the door. 21+ 8:30pm - 1:30am O'hare Comfort Suites, 4200 N River Rd., Schiller Park, IL Tickets: http://AlternativePartyZone.com
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Saturday, Nov 4Pink Hat Run and Walk The 5K/1 mile pledge drive run, walk or roll will benefit organizations that provide services, advocacy and support to women and girls, including Access Living, Chicago Foundation for Women, Chicago Women Take Action, Fierce Over 40, Mujeres Latinas en Accion, Chicago National Organization for Women, Personal PAC, Planned Parenthood Illinois Action, A Sister's Hope, Women's March on Chicago and YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Kids welcome. Register online. 9:00am S. Prairie Avenue and 18th Street adjacent to the Women’s Park & Gardens in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood http://pinkhatrun.com Tickets: http://www.pinkhatrun.com/registration/
| | Then They Came for Me 100 powerful images from the book Un-American by Chicago-based photography historians Richard Cahan and Michael Williams look at a dark episode in U.S. history when, in the name of national security, the government incarcerated 120,000 citizens and legal residents during World War II without due process or other constitutional protections to which they were entitled. 1:30pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St. http://www.AlphawoodGallery.org
| | Gerber/Hart Library and Archives Gala Dancing, library tours, silent auction, light refreshments-wine, beer, soda. Parking lot adjacent to building. All proceeds go to support the mission of Gerber/Hart Library and Archives. 7:00pm - 11:00pm Gerber Hart Library and Archives 6500 N Clark St Chicago http://www.gerberhart.org Tickets: http://form.jotform.us/72506475792162
| | Punk In a maximum-security prison a group of inmates who are protected and housed in a special unit for gay, bisexual and transgender inmates. Tensions rise when Travis, a young man sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a gay man, requests to transfer into the unit. Fear and suspicion hover over the inmates who call this unit home. Through Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017. $20. 7:30pm The Den Theatre Upstairs Main Stage, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago Tickets: http://www.thenewcolony.org
| | Fun Home Hailed as one of Broadway's most original musicals and winner of five Tony Awards, Fun Home is inspired by Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir. Through Nov. 14. $15-$54 7:30pm Victory Gardens Theater 2433 N Lincoln Ave Chicago Tickets: http://victorygardens.org/our-season/fun-home/
| | Poetry Reading: Danez Smith & Eve Ewing Smith and Ewing will be reading from their recently released collections--Don't Call Us Dead (Smith) and Electric Arches (Ewing). 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/poetry-reading-danez-smith-eve-ewing
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Monday, Nov 6Culturally Responsive Campus Community Conference: Bridging Divides, Becoming Allies Panels, presentations, interactive workshops on ageism, LGBTQ issues, race, the wage gap. Free lunch buffet each day. Keynote speakers award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford and popular video blogger Franchesca Ramsey. Runs through Nov. 7. Register by Oct. 27.
Time:TBA Bone Student Center, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois http://crcc.illinoisstate.edu/ Tickets: http://news.illinoisstate.edu/2017/09/culturally-responsive-campus-community-conference-explore-building-bridges/
| | Steppenwolf Theatre Co. memorial for Mariann Mayberry Public memorial celebrating ensemble member of 24 years . RSVP to MariannMayberryMemorial@steppenwolf.org or by phone. After, all are welcome to gather in Front Bar. 1:00pm Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre, 1650 N Halsted St. 312-654-5657 http://steppenwolf.org
| | TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
| | 49h Annual Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony Ceremony honoring excellence in professional theatre produced within the immediate Chicago area. $77.50. 6 p.m. appetizer, reception. 7:30pm Drury Lane Oakbrook 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 http:// Tickets: http://www.jeffawards.org
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Thursday, Nov 9Protest Banner Lending Library workshop Communal sewing space to support each other's voices, an opportunity to gain banner-making skills and a place to borrow handmade banners to use in protests. During workshop hours, the public is invited to check out and return banners. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St.
| | Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
` 6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | A-Squared Asian American Performing Arts Festival Contemporary dance, music, performance art, sound art and theater by U.S. artists descended from the Asian diaspora. Runs through November 12. $40.
7:00pm Links Hall 3111 N. Western Ave Chicago http://www.ticketfly.com/event/1543331-squared-asian-american-chicago/ Tickets: http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1543331
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Friday, Nov 10
Saturday, Nov 11Tony Kushner at the Chicago Humanities Festival, Fallfest/17: Belief Discussion with two thought leaders about American ideals and the people who fight for them. Jeremy McCarter, author of Young Radicals: In the War for American Ideals and co-author with Lin-Manuel Miranda of Hamilton: The Revolution, in conversation about the challenge and the necessity of depicting American dreamers. Tony Kushner, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Angels in America, the Academy Award-nominated screenplay of Lincoln, and the forthcoming The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures. Members: $20. Public: $25. Students and Teachers: $12. Fest runs through Sunday, Nov. 12 11:00am - 12:00pm Art Institute of Chicago, Rubloff Auditorium, 230 S. Columbus Dr. Tickets: http://tickets.chicagohumanities.org
| | Delusions, a Drag Musical Benefit for the Chicago Roundup. Matinee 2:00. Tickets $25, VIP $35. Chicago Roundup, Inc. is a volunteer-based organization for the celebration of 12-step recovery from alcohol and drug addiction within the LGBT community. 7:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.facebook.com/events/364783450606686/
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Sunday, Nov 12Weekly Qigong Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 9:30am - 10:30am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | The Auditorium Theatre's 2017 Annual Gala The gala includes tickets to the Golden Celebration of Dance performance. $41 online or at the Auditorium Theatre box office.
1:00pm Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Ct. 312-341-2300 Tickets: http://AuditoriumTheatre.org
| | Auditorium Theatre Grand Reopening 50th Anniversary, Golden Celebration of Dance With dancers from some of the world's premier dance companies including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, Dutch National Ballet, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, The Joffrey Ballet, Mariinsky Ballet, MOMIX, New York City Ballet, Parsons Dance, The Suzanne Farrell Ballet, The Washington Ballet plus winners of major international dance competitions, including the Youth America Grand Prix. 7:30pm Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University 50 E Congress Pkwy Chicago 312-341-2300 http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/shows/golden-celebration/
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Monday, Nov 13TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Tuesday, Nov 14Vives Q Reimagining Queer Revolution. LGBTQA, undocuqueer, HIV+/-, gender non-conforming/conforming. Art, music, spoken word, special guests, resources, dance, intergenerational dialogue, food, social. RSVP online. 6:00pm - 9:00pm National Museum of Mexican Art 1852 W. 19th St. Chicago http://vivesq.eventbrite.com
| | Pride Films and Plays monthly festival of LGBTQ independent films See listing online of films to be screened on this date. $10. 7:30pm The Broadway, Pride Arts Center, 4139 N. Broadway, Chicago 800-737-0984 http://www.pridefilmsandplays.com
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Wednesday, Nov 15
Thursday, Nov 16The Chicago Art Book Fair Featuring over 150 independent publishers, the fair asserts Chicago's role as a global center for print and publishing. Programs affiliated with the fair throughout the city, Through November 19th, 2017
10:00am Athletic Association hotel, 12 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago Tickets: http://cabf.no-coast.org/
| | Protest Banner Lending Library workshop Communal sewing space to support each other's voices, an opportunity to gain banner-making skills and a place to borrow handmade banners to use in protests. During workshop hours, the public is invited to check out and return banners. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Alphawood Gallery, 2401 N. Halsted St.
| | Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
` 6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | National African American Arts Exhibition Opening Night Gala Reception will feature a "Salute to African Americans in Medicine," art exhibit, tribute to Danny Davis, Ilyasah Shabazz daughter of Malcolm X, live entertainment. Show continues through Nov. 19. 6:00pm Malcolm X College,1900 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-fine-arts-show-tickets-35265106884
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | W.O.M.B. Open Mic Everyone is welcome. Third Thursday of the month. Hosted by Lucy and e. nina jay. Please come early if you want to perform. 7:00pm - 10:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
| | Chicago Fringe Opera presents As One Transgender woman's joyful coming-of-age story. Chamber opera written for baritone, mezzo-soprano and string quartet. Runs through 11/19. 7:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.chicagofringeopera.com
| | Book Launch Party: Penelope March is Melting by Jeff Ruby Meet Chicago magazine's chief dining critic and former Andersonville resident on the release of his first children's novel 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/book-launch-party-penelope-march-melting-jeff-ruby
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Friday, Nov 17Weekly Tai Chi Classes Classes are small, and the cost per student depends on the number of students who enroll. Contact Francesca (312-823- 9045) or Lynn (wcflynn@gmail.com) with questions or to sign up. 8:45am - 9:45am Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/event/tai-chi-qigong-classes
| | Spectrum Monthly Peer-Led Support Group For those who identify as masculine of center on the gender spectrum. Centers the experiences of LGBTQ masculine people of color and discusses issues related to this community. Meets the third Friday of the month. Questions to Gee at spectrum@affinity95.org or Imani at imani@affinity95.org
7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Saturday, Nov 18
Monday, Nov 20TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Wednesday, Nov 2240+ Monthly Peer-Led Support Group and Potluck Peer-led support group that highlights the experiences of Black, LGBTQ women. This support group is open to women who are 40 years old and older, and the discussion centers the experiences of LGBTQ women of color. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Bring a dish to share. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Thursday, Nov 23
Monday, Nov 27TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Thursday, Nov 30
Monday, Dec 4TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Thursday, Dec 7Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | Senior Yoga Classes - Restoring Bodies and Minds with Kieth McElroy Yoga for those aged 40+. Suitable to all experience levels. Free. For more information, RSVP to Todd Williams, 773-472-6469 x426 or toddwilliams@centeronhalsted.org. 6:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago http://www.centeronhalsted.org/newevents-details.cfm?ID=14431
| | Reading and Book-signing: Jaclyn Friedman with Veronica Arreola Unscrewed: Women, Sex, Power, and How to Stop Letting the System Screw Us All 7:30pm Women & Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St Chicago http://www.womenandchildrenfirst.com/book/9781580056410
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Friday, Dec 8the kates Chicago comedian and kates cast member Amy Sumpter hosts the all female comedy showcase. Second Friday of every month. $10. 7:00pm The Book Cellar, 4736-38 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago
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Monday, Dec 11TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Tuesday, Dec 12Vives Q Reimagining Queer Revolution. LGBTQA, undocuqueer, HIV+/-, gender non-conforming/conforming. Art, music, spoken word, special guests, resources, dance, intergenerational dialogue, food, social. RSVP online. 6:00pm - 9:00pm National Museum of Mexican Art 1852 W. 19th St. Chicago http://vivesq.eventbrite.com
| | Pride Films and Plays monthly festival of LGBTQ independent films See listing online of films to be screened on this date. $10. 7:30pm The Broadway, Pride Arts Center, 4139 N. Broadway, Chicago 800-737-0984 http://www.pridefilmsandplays.com
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Thursday, Dec 14Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
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Friday, Dec 15Spectrum Monthly Peer-Led Support Group For those who identify as masculine of center on the gender spectrum. Centers the experiences of LGBTQ masculine people of color and discusses issues related to this community. Meets the third Friday of the month. Questions to Gee at spectrum@affinity95.org or Imani at imani@affinity95.org.
7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Sunday, Dec 17Story Time With the Drag Queens Join Muffy Fishbasket and her Good Time Galz as they each read a classic bedtime story to a roomful of children. Women and Children First will be on hand at COH with the featured stories available for sale. Suggested Donation $10. Register online. 3:00pm - 4:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Chicago Tickets: http://community.centeronhalsted.org/Muffy1
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Monday, Dec 18TransSafe: Weekly Transgender Care Services TransSafe is a once weekly service for transgender and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals age 18 and up, providing a safe and trans affirming space where trans and GNC individuals can access referral and linkage to housing, medical, legal, employment, and HIV services. 2:00pm - 5:30pm Heartland Health Outreach Clinic, 4750 N. Sheridan Rd, 5th floor, Chicago 773-248-5200 x 412 http://www.chicagohouse.org/transsafe-4/
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Thursday, Dec 21Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
| | W.O.M.B. Open Mic Everyone is welcome. Third Thursday of the month. Hosted by Lucy and e. nina jay. Please come early if you want to perform 7:00pm - 10:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Thursday, Dec 28Thrive: Weekly group for HIV-positive YMSM Open process group facilitated by a licensed counselor open to all HIV-positive young men who have sex with men, 18-29. A safe space to process one's HIV status, emotional and mental health, relationships, identity, and personal growth. Also fun activities and cultural outings once a quarter.
6:00pm Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN) 5537 N Broadway St Chicago http://www.tpan.com/events/thrive-edition
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Friday, Jan 12the kates Chicago comedian and kates cast member Amy Sumpter hosts the all female comedy showcase. Second Friday of every month. $10. 7:00pm The Book Cellar, 4736-38 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago
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Thursday, Jan 18W.O.M.B. Open Mic Everyone is welcome. Third Thursday of the month. Hosted by Lucy and e. nina jay. Please come early if you want to perform. 7:00pm - 10:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Friday, Jan 19Spectrum Monthly Peer-Led Support Group For those who identify as masculine of center on the gender spectrum. Centers the experiences of LGBTQ masculine people of color and discusses issues related to this community. Meets the third Friday of the month. Questions to Gee at spectrum@affinity95.org or Imani at imani@affinity95.org.
7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Wednesday, Jan 2440+ Monthly Peer-Led Support Group and Potluck Peer-led support group that highlights the experiences of Black, LGBTQ women. This support group is open to women who are 40 years old and older, and the discussion centers the experiences of LGBTQ women of color. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Bring a dish to share. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Saturday, Feb 3Brodsky / Baryshnikov One-man show based on the poems of Nobel LaureateJoseph Brodsky, performed by legendary dancer/actor MikhailBaryshnikov. 10:00pm Harris Theater for Music and Dance 205 E Randolph Dr Chicago 312-334-7777 Tickets: http://harristheaterchicago.org
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Sunday, Feb 4Brodsky / Baryshnikov One-man show based on the poems of Nobel LaureateJoseph Brodsky, performed by legendary dancer/actor MikhailBaryshnikov. 2:00pm Harris Theater for Music and Dance 205 E Randolph Dr Chicago 312-334-7777 Tickets: http://harristheaterchicago.org
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Friday, Feb 16Spectrum Monthly Peer-Led Support Group For those who identify as masculine of center on the gender spectrum. Centers the experiences of LGBTQ masculine people of color and discusses issues related to this community. Meets the third Friday of the month. Questions to Gee at spectrum@affinity95.org or Imani at imani@affinity95.org
7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Wednesday, Feb 2840+ Monthly Peer-Led Support Group and Potluck Peer-led support group that highlights the experiences of Black, LGBTQ women. This support group is open to women who are 40 years old and older, and the discussion centers the experiences of LGBTQ women of color. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Bring a dish to share. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Wednesday, Mar 2840+ Monthly Peer-Led Support Group and Potluck Peer-led support group that highlights the experiences of Black, LGBTQ women. This support group is open to women who are 40 years old and older, and the discussion centers the experiences of LGBTQ women of color. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Bring a dish to share. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://www.affinity95.org
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Tuesday, Jan 21PFLAG Chicago Monthly Meeting Parents, Family members, Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) has support groups and educational speakers. We engage in advocacy activities. All are welcome, you always have a home with PFLAG. Monthly on the third Wednesday. Call 1 (630) 415-0622 or E-mail the Metro Chicago South Chapter: pflagmetrochicagosouthside@pflagillinois.org or contact Keith McCoy at kmccoy@windycityblackpride.org or Peter Ji at pjiman1@hotmail.com. 11:00pm - 1:00pm Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash Ave. #108 Chicago http://pflagillinois.org
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