Dr. Show
Dr. Show guarantees you a one-night fix-up. They say laughter is the best medicine so we’re gonna shove it down your throats. Select members of Off-Off Campus from the University of Chicago...
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Best of The Second City
Find out for yourself why The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years! From the stages that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell and more comes...
Resume Clinic
Need to create a resume or a cover letter but not sure how? Do you need to freshen up your current resume? Join us as we show you how to create a resume and cover letters. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or.
Crushed By Giants Brewing Company
Crushed By Giants Brewing Company is a craft brewery and restaurant in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood, located at the corner of Rush and Ohio. The beer...
Simple Stitches Crochet Club
Join us for our very popular Austin-Irving Simple Stitches Crochet Club. Bring a work in progress or come to learn basic crochet stitches and chat with other crafters. Yarn and hooks available. Knitters are welcome! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance...
Forest Therapy Walk at Crabtree Nature Center
Horticultural Therapist, Forest Therapy Guide, and yoga instructor Navraaz Basati leads an immersive walk inspired by nature poetry. We’ll begin with mindfulness exercises, followed by a therapeutic walk. Dress comfortably. Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Off-Site: Crabtree Nature..
World of Micro Poetry with Regina Harris Baiocchi
In this workshop, monoku, haiku, renga, and senryū will be explored. Poetry from the Americas, China, Ghana, Japan, Pakistan, and UK will be introduced. Regina Harris Baiocchi is a poet, author, and founder of Haiku Festival Chicago. Haiku Festival offers poetry readings, workshops, and...
Revolution Brewing Taproom
Chicago's largest craft brewery. Taproom with 20+ beers, brewery tours, beer garden.
Unsolicited Chick Pics: The KJ & Chloe Show
Did you ask for this show? No. Are you seeing it anyway? Yes. “Unsolicited Chick Pics” is a sketch comedy show that explores the realities of life in 2026 as an “outcast” in...
Ten Dollar Comedy
Ten Dollar Comedy is a weekly showcase featuring some of Chicago’s best stand-up and improv comedy – all for only $10. This show is produced and hosted each week by Top Dollar Comedy, a rotating...
Great Decisions Discussion Group
Great Decisions , the nation’s largest discussion program on world affairs begins on March 23rd at Sulzer. This structured eight-week program is designed to increase your awareness and critical analysis of current events that relate to foreign affairs. This year's topics: March 23: Trump 2.0...
Virtual Book & Author: The Concentration Camp Brothel — Forced Sexual Labor Under Nazi Rule
For decades, one of the darkest chapters of Nazi persecution remained buried in silence, its victims erased twice: first by their tormentors, then by history itself. Beginning in 1942, Heinrich Himml
Gentle Hybrid Chair Yoga
Join Rhonda for gentle yoga with some standing, sitting, and lying down poses. Sponsored by Age Options. Registration required.
Rock Your Rhymes! Poets United
Join Poets United for an unforgettable evening of expression, and celebration. Whether you’re a poet, musician, spoken word artist, or just someone who loves to listen, this open mic is the perfect space for you! What to Expect: Powerful performances by local talent Inspiring stories, poetry,...
Exploring Your Roots: A Bilingual Workshop with Luis Tubens
Explore your roots and identity through literary devices like similes and alliteration while exploring the 5 senses in Spanish or English. Luis Tubens, a.k.a “Logan Lu”, is a Chicago born, Puerto Rican spoken word artist and educator. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other...
Mixed Media Collage Workshop
Explore the art of collage by using various textures and design elements. Whether you want to create an image or an abstract design, mixed media materials will inspire your creativity! Leave with a finished collage and an understanding of collage-making.
ERIS Brewery and Cider House
Old Masonic building restored to a Brewery and Ciderhouse.Building features are a unique space, 20ft ceilings and interior atmosphere has refurbished radiators, reclaimed wood and...
Craft Lab: Bag Charm
Come out to try a new craft, socialize, and have fun. Make a beaded bag charm. All materials provided. *Limited availability. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to...
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
500 total rooms. 26 suites. One restaurant. Indoor pool. On-site health club. Room service. Located near Woodfield mall, IKEA, Motorola, Sears, Ameritech world headquarters. Pk,...
iFLY Chicago Rosemont
iFLY is an indoor skydiving experience using vertical wind tunnels. Suitable for ages 3-103, no experience needed. Offers first-time flights, birthday parties, group events, and STEM education programs.
Radius Chicago
Radius Chicago is a versatile, 55,000-square-foot event space designed to host corporate gatherings, large-scale events, productions, and private concerts for 400 to 5,000 attendees. Housed...
SMART Business: State vendor certification & procurement
The Illinois Comptroller's office will provide step-by-step information on becoming a certified vendor with the State of Illinois, navigating procurement, and programs for small, minority, and women-owned businesses. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance..
The Ashburn
Celebrating the heritage & tradition of aviation. Offers modern interpretations of classic American cuisine in a contemporary and relaxed setting.
Cooper's Hawk Winery
Wine bar, restaurant, and Napa-style tasting room with monthly wine club.
Funday Afternoon: Vibrant Eggs
Design colorful eggs perfect for spring! For grades 1-5. Registration required.
Harmony From Inside: A Poetry Performance and Workshop with Tanae B
In this poetry workshop and performance, we will all seek to find our inner artist, voice, and be grounded in the stories that made us (good, bad, or indifferent experiences). Participants across disciplines and generations—particularly students in young creatives and older adults are welcome to...
Urban Air Glenview
Urban Air indoor adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, ropes courses, battle beams, dodgeball, and birthday party packages.
Smart Museum of Art, The University of Chicago
The Smart offers a unique and affordable space for your special event, from cocktail receptions in the Museum's striking reception hall to dinners in the...
Northwest Senior Center
Senior Center · Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sat - Sun 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Dovetail Brewery
Focusing on continental European styles and traditional methods, each Dovetail beer is handcrafted to play on all the senses. After opening in June 2016, Dovetail...
"Poet-tea" Slam
Join us for "poet-tea!" Drink tea and write poetry to celebrate National Poetry Month . Make a "found poem" collage out of cut-out words or free write, then share what you wrote in an open mic-style "poetry slam." Or select a poem to read from our collection by a famous poet such as...
Green Mill Cocktail Lounge
1907 speakeasy-era jazz club with nightly live jazz and poetry slam.
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