Arts & Culture
The Writing’s on the Wall
Humboldt Park Library 1605 N. Troy, Chicago, IL, United StatesEmily Thornton Calvo, a poet and artist, wanted an easy way to combine two art forms, so she developed "wall poems" and will show you how to do the same very thing. Whether you want to sell single copies of your poems by creating art prints or make original art, this demo will help you make the most […]
Gourmet Puerto Rico- A Gastronomy Extravaganza & Fundraiser
Latinicity 108 North State Street 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL, United StatesGourmet Puerto Rico is Chicago's finest Puerto Rican Gastronomy event and fundraiser benefiting Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center and Día de la Mujer Latina. Gourmet Puerto Rico will feature 5 food stations and celebrate Puerto Rico's leading Chefs, global cuisine, culture, music, tourisim and much more. Hosted by WGN's Ana María Belaval, Gourmet Puerto Rico […]
Poetry Night
Humboldt Park Boat House 1440 N. Sacramento, Chicago, IL, United StatesCome join us to celebrate a night of Poetry, Culture and Music at the Humboldt Park Boathouse, May 30, at 7 pm. Poet, writer, and filmmaker, Carlos Jimenez Flores, will be co-hosting the event with the Puerto Rican Cultural Center. Additionally, other talented local poets will be delighting the audience with their work and performance, […]
Young @ Heart Queer Film Fest at Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park (Near Little Cubs Field) 1339 Luis Munoz Marin Dr., Chicago, United StatesIn celebration of Gay Pride Month the Chicago Park District Central Region Presents YOUNG @ HEART QUEER FILM FEST at Humboldt Park 1339 Luis Munoz Marin Dr. | (Near Little […]
Coloring, Brain Games, Puzzles & More
Richard M. Daley Library 733 N. Kedzie, Chicago, IL, United StatesStop in and zen with us by working on a relaxing hands-on activity. We will have coloring supplies, various brain games like Sudoku and crosswords, and various puzzles and games. Spend some time with yourself, or work along with others. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well. (photo […]
Back In The Day: An 80s House Music Dancesical
Chopin Theatre 1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL, United StatesWritten by Miranda González Adapted from José “Gringo” Echevarria’s Book, The Real Dance Fever Co-directed by Raquel Torre & Miranda González Set in the height of Chicago’s street dancing and battle era of the 1980’s. When juice-bars ruled the underage club-scene and DJ’s created a movement. This house music immersive dancesical follows the northside dance crew […]
Jazz City: Chicago Latin Jazz Festival
Humboldt Park 1400 N. Sacramento, Chicago, United StatesJoin us for a FREE concert for all ages featuring Jane Bunnett and Maqueque highlight this year's festival. A long-time jazz musician on the scene, Canadian Jane Bunnett began digging deep into the music of Cuba during a trip there in 1982. She has been credited with introducing a lot of great Cuban musicians to […]
Barrio Arts Fest 2019
National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 West Division Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is organizing the 19th edition of its signature festival called BARRIO ARTS FEST! This yearly summer event brings together a selection of local artists and craft makers, food vendors, dancers, and music performers and family workshop activities for the community to enjoy. During the weekend of […]
¡WEPA! A Community Pop Up
La Casita de Don Pedro 2625 W Division St, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for the July edición of ¡WEPA! A Community Pop Up for the People by the People of Paseo Boricua. The event will showcase local artisans, artists, and entrepreneurs. Come and shop on Paseo Boricua Saturday, July 20th and Sunday, July 21st between 11 am and 3 pm. If you are interested in participating […]
LGBTQ+ Loud and Proud: Comedy for a Cause
Vittum Theater 1012 N. Noble St., Chicago, Illinois, United StatesCALOR’s “LGBT Loud & Proud: Comedy for a Cause” is a fundraising event featuring LGBTQ+ comedians. Comedy for a Cause will benefit CALOR, a 30 year-old organization dedicated to serving those impacted by HIV/AIDS and to provide treatment regardless of people’s ability to pay. Funds raised from this event will be dedicated to operate a mobile testing unit in the north and northwest side of Chicago.