In commemoration of the United Nations’ International Day of Peace, the Chicago World Music Festival’s Global Peace Picnic celebrates diverse music and cultures from across the globe with live performances and family-friendly activities. This FREE festival is produced by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE).
Sat, Sep 25, 2021 from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This event takes place at the Humboldt Park Boathouse (1301 N. Humboldt Dr.)
In accordance with Be Safe Chicago Guidelines for Parks and Recreation Activities, participants in this activity will be required to wear a mask and practice social distancing at all times while participating. Patrons who are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 are asked to stay home and join us for an event when symptoms subside.
The Full Moon Jam unites communities through a love of fire art, dancing, and music. Throughout the summer, fire dancers and acoustic musicians from near and far gather to share their creative gifts in this unique and free-to-attend celebration.
Mon, Sep 20, 2021 from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
This event takes place at the Humboldt Park Boathouse (1301 N. Humboldt Dr.)
In accordance with Be Safe Chicago Guidelines for Parks and Recreation Activities, participants in this activity will be required to wear a mask and practice social distancing at all times while participating. Patrons who are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 are asked to stay home and join us for an event when symptoms subside.
A walk and cultural celebration that links both Humboldt Park a Puerto Rican community on the west side of Chicago and Douglass Park, an African American and Mexican community in Chicago.
Sat, Sep 18, 2021 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This event takes place at the Humboldt Park Boathouse (1301 N. Humboldt Dr.)
In accordance with Be Safe Chicago Guidelines for Parks and Recreation Activities, participants in this activity will be required to wear a mask and practice social distancing at all times while participating. Patrons who are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 are asked to stay home and join us for an event when symptoms subside.
AmeriCorps Project YES! is proud to present Seeds of Service: Know Your Roots! This is a community gardening volunteer event that will take place May 8th. Volunteers will take a shift either from 10am-12pm or 12:30pm-3pm at one of four community gardens: El Yunque, Campbell, Mozart, or Monarch. COVID precautions will be in place and a light lunch will be provided. All volunteers need to bring is a willingness to get your hands dirty!
Our flyer is above and more information can be found on our Facebook page or Instagram. If you are interested, register using this Google form! If you are unable to attend but would like to support our efforts financially, we also have a GoFundMe page.
Project YES! hopes to raise awareness about community gardening, increase community pride and mobilize neighbors and students in volunteerism. We are looking forward to a great day of #gettingthingsdone in Humboldt Park.
Whether Valentine’s Day is date night or a family affair, our Comedy Jam has something for everyone! Brought to you by Mikey O’s Comedians for Communities, enjoy an evening of laughs featuring two of America’s rising stars in comedy: Ana Belaval and Eli Castro.
All proceeds of the Valentine’s Day Comedy Jam will support La Casa Norte, whose mission is to serve youth and families experiencing homelessness.
Questions? Email Events@LaCasaNorte.org or call (773)276-4900 x254
Come join us for a Community Meal every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 (or until supplies last). La Casa Norte has partnered with ChiFresh Kitchen to distribute nutritious and delicious ready made meals to the community. So far we’ve served chicken alfredo, tamales and quesadillas! First come, first serve!
Ven y disfruta de una Cena Comunitaria cada lunes y miércoles de 5:30 pm a 6:30 pm (o hasta que duren) en La Casa Norte (3533 W North Ave). La Casa Norte y ChiFresh Kitchen están colaborando para distribuir cenas preparadas gratis que son deliciosas y nutritivas. Serviremos en orden de llegada!
Come join us for a Community Meal every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 (or until supplies last). La Casa Norte has partnered with ChiFresh Kitchen to distribute nutritious and delicious ready made meals to the community. So far we’ve served chicken alfredo, tamales and quesadillas! First come, first serve!
Download flyer here.
Ven y disfruta de una Cena Comunitaria cada lunes y miércoles de 5:30 pm a 6:30 pm (o hasta que duren) en La Casa Norte (3533 W North Ave). La Casa Norte y ChiFresh Kitchen están colaborando para distribuir cenas preparadas gratis que son deliciosas y nutritivas. Serviremos en orden de llegada!
Descarga el folleto aquí.
There is a race for every age and fitness level, as well as opportunities to volunteer. it’s a family-friendly evening to celebrate the life-changing work for Strides for Peace’s nonprofit partners and provide a platform for people who care about ending gun violence in Chicago to connect and get involved. Strides for Peace has nine Community Partners and 49 Affiliates who are the beneficiaries of the event.
We believe all of Chicagoland has a stake in ending gun violence and that by working together, we change more than the narrative of our city – we save lives. By focusing on what we share in common, we can find new ways to support the work on the ground and bring out the best in our city.
The 8K and 5K runs are USATF-certified, with a beautiful, lakefront course. There is also a 2- mile walk and a Tots for Peace sprint for children 2-10 years old. Opportunities to participate as a volunteer or virtual runner are also available.
– 2019 Fast Facts –
1862 registered runners and walkers – a 20% increase from 2018!
- 39% of runners from Chicagolands wealthiest zip codes.
- 47% of runners from Chicagolands the poorest zip codes.
- 215 different zip codes and 18 states represented overall
- 18% youth participation (21 and under)
register here
There is a race for every age and fitness level, as well as opportunities to volunteer. it’s a family-friendly evening to celebrate the life-changing work for Strides for Peace’s nonprofit partners and provide a platform for people who care about ending gun violence in Chicago to connect and get involved. Strides for Peace has nine Community Partners and 49 Affiliates who are the beneficiaries of the event.
We believe all of Chicagoland has a stake in ending gun violence and that by working together, we change more than the narrative of our city – we save lives. By focusing on what we share in common, we can find new ways to support the work on the ground and bring out the best in our city.
The 8K and 5K runs are USATF-certified, with a beautiful, lakefront course. There is also a 2- mile walk and a Tots for Peace sprint for children 2-10 years old. Opportunities to participate as a volunteer or virtual runner are also available.
– 2019 Fast Facts –
1862 registered runners and walkers – a 20% increase from 2018!
- 39% of runners from Chicagolands wealthiest zip codes.
- 47% of runners from Chicagolands the poorest zip codes.
- 215 different zip codes and 18 states represented overall
- 18% youth participation (21 and under)
register here for only $35 until April 1st