• Black History Month With Dilla

    Austin Town Hall Park 5610 W. Lake St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Celebrate Black History Month with Emmy Award–winning Chicago historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas, who will explore Black history in Chicago and the city’s parks. Free and open to the public. Click here for […]

  • Black Excellence Recognition Ceremony

    Village Hall Board Room 10300 W Roosevelt Road, Westchester, IL, United States

    The Village of Westchester will host a Black History Month recognition ceremony honoring outstanding Black residents, business owners, and community leaders. A brief program will be followed by a casual […]

  • Stunna Steppaz Black History Month Dance Showcase

    Beverly Center 3031 S. 25th Ave., Broadview, IL, United States

    Stunna Steppaz will host a Black History Month dance showcase featuring step teams, dance crews, cheer teams, and more. Teams, performers, and vendors are invited to participate. Registration required. Click here for […]

  • Black History Month Celebration

    Nineteenth Century Charitable Association 178 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL, United States

    The Village of Oak Park will host its annual Black History Month Celebration honoring A Century of Black History. The family-friendly program features music, dance, storytelling, and historical reflection, with […]

  • Black History Month Museum: Black Art Collectors—Preserving Our Legacy

    Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation 5500 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL, United States

    A month-long Black History Month exhibition highlighting the role of Black art collectors in preserving cultural legacy. Registration and details available online at Eventbrite. An opening reception will happen on Sunday, Feb. 1, at noon. Click here for more info.

  • Black History Month at Garfield Park Conservatory

    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N. Central Park Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    The Garfield Park Conservatory hosts a monthlong series of Black History Month programs connecting plants, culture, and Black botanical knowledge. Events include art activities, plant sales, education stations, wellness walks, weaving and cooking demos, and live music. Select events require registration; many are drop-in. Click here for more info.

  • A CENTURY OF BLACK HISTORY COMMEMORATIONS

    Roosevelt Middle School 2500 Oak St., Bellwood, IL, United States

    The Village of Bellwood and Mayor André F. Harvey invite the community to a Black History Month Celebration marking 100 years since the first Black History Week (which would later […]

  • A Taste of Black History | Sip & Paint

    A Taste of Black History | Sip & Paint

    Maywood Park District 921 S. 9th Ave., Maywood, IL, United States

    The Maywood Park District will host a Black History Month celebration highlighting the flavors, music, and cultural heritage of the African diaspora, featuring food vendors, music, and community activities. The Sip & Paint event the following week will include art, music, and culture led by a local Black artist. Click here for more info.

  • FREE Virtual Legal Clinic

    A FREE Virtual Legal Clinic hosted in partnership with Legal Aid Chicago. If you are interested, please register in advance to confirm eligibility. Qualifications include being a citizen or permanent resident of the US and being within the income guidelines. You can register by calling Sandra Diaz at (773) 417-8610. Click here to view the flyer.

    FREE
  • BMHC Pre/Postnatal Yoga and Maternal Wellness Night

    PCC Austin Family Health Center 5461 West Lake St., Chicago, United States

    The Black Maternal Health Collaborative's (BMHC) Pre/Postnatal Yoga and Maternal Wellness Night. This is an evening designed to support and celebrate Black birthing people through gentle prenatal and postpartum-friendly yoga, guided breathwork, affirmation meditation, and meaningful connection with other parents and caregivers. Food and childcare will be provided. Click here to view the flyer, click here to RSVP or here to volunteer.

    FREE
  • The Montclare Supportive Living Community of Lawndale – Black Friday Tour Event

    Montclaire Supportive Living 4339 W. 18th Place, Chicago, IL, United States

    Fun Activities | Give-aways | Refreshments Stop by Montclare Supportive Living for a tour of Monteclare and enjoy some fun activities that are listed below: Nov. 7 - Senior Bingo 1-3 PM Nov. 14 - Sip-N-Paint 1-3 PM Nov. 14 - Friendsgiving Pie Social (Bring a friend) 1-3 PM    

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