BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Culture - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:The Culture
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ourculture.us
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Culture
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20251031T175752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T175752Z
UID:10004239-1770382800-1770390000@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:The Montclare Supportive Living Community of Lawndale - Black Friday Tour Event
DESCRIPTION:Fun Activities | Give-aways | Refreshments \nStop by Montclare Supportive Living for a tour of Monteclare and enjoy some fun activities that are listed below: \nNov. 7 – Senior Bingo 1-3 PM \nNov. 14 – Sip-N-Paint 1-3 PM \nNov. 14 – Friendsgiving Pie Social (Bring a friend) 1-3 PM \n  \n 
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/the-montclare-supportive-living-community-of-lawndale-black-friday-tour-event/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Montclaire Supportive Living\, 4339 W. 18th Place\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/31125729/302331174_501674541964638_7881419053954279551_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T190709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T190804Z
UID:10004359-1771435800-1771441200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black History Month at Garfield Park Conservatory
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-month-at-garfield-park-conservatory/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N. Central Park Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12130350/623308158_1315437000627759_7675282235149155928_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20251119T213550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T213550Z
UID:10004330-1771524000-1771531200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Garfield Park Advisory Council Family Skate Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Roller skate rentals free of charge provided by the Chicago Park District.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/garfield-park-advisory-council-family-skate-meetup/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Golden Dome Fieldhouse\, 100 N. Central Park Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/19153530/Screen-Shot-2025-11-19-at-3.28.06-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T172740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175446Z
UID:10004348-1771606800-1771621200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black History Expo
DESCRIPTION:A two-day Black History Month expo highlighting Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs\, youth oratorical and business pitch competitions\, and workshops focused on building Black generational wealth. Open to the public. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-expo/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Maywood Masonic Temple\, 200 S 5th Ave.\, Maywood\, IL\, 60153\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12112701/Black-Business-Expo-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T193627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193627Z
UID:10004365-1771668000-1771686000@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:UMOJA Black History Celebration at Homan Square
DESCRIPTION:A free\, all-ages Black History Month celebration featuring cultural arts performances\, music\, and local vendors. Hosted at Homan Square Community Center Park. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/umoja-black-history-celebration-at-homan-square/
LOCATION:Homan Square Park\, 3517 W. Arthington St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12133547/black-history-month-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T190055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T190055Z
UID:10004357-1771675200-1771686000@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black History Month Museum: Black Art Collectors—Preserving Our Legacy
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-month-museum-black-art-collectors-preserving-our-legacy/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12125845/Screenshot-2026-02-12-125827.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193000Z
UID:10004364-1771675200-1771689600@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Explore North Lawndale: A Historic Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with a guided bus tour of North Lawndale led by Chicago historian Dilla. The two-hour tour explores the neighborhood’s history\, culture\, and legacy. Ticketed event; advance registration required. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/explore-north-lawndale-a-historic-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Douglass Park Cultural Center\, 1401 S. Sacramento Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12132740/68f6f232c0cb9a6afa855d644eb055880e5633d8.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T180610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T180610Z
UID:10004352-1771678800-1771696800@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black Business Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Broadview Park District invites vendors and community members to the Black Business Expo 2026\, a showcase for Black-owned businesses to connect with customers\, network with fellow entrepreneurs\, and grow their brand. Vendor space is limited. Registration is required for vendors. Visit broadviewparkdistrict.net for more info. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-business-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Broadview Park District\, 2600 South 13th Avenue\, Broadview\, IL\, 60155\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12120555/BBE2026-Event-Flyer-1.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T192015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192206Z
UID:10004363-1771680600-1771691400@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:For the Love of Black History in Business
DESCRIPTION:A Black History Month brunch and business social celebrating Black legacy\, ownership\, and economic power. The event includes brunch\, a short film on Black business history\, and intentional networking rooted in community. Hosted by the Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/for-the-love-of-black-history-in-business/
LOCATION:Douglass Branch Library\, 3353 W. 13th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12131743/621823454_122154729692808711_7872786989130720159_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T183854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T183854Z
UID:10004355-1771693200-1771707600@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:A Taste of Black History | Sip & Paint
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/a-taste-of-black-history-sip-paint/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Maywood Park District\, 921 S. 9th Ave.\, Maywood\, IL\, 60153\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12123838/616075595_1491025766357627_6535582636036229029_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T193938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193938Z
UID:10004366-1772128800-1772134200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black History Month With Dilla
DESCRIPTION: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 more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-month-with-dilla/
LOCATION:Austin Town Hall Park\, 5610 W. Lake St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12133919/Default_Image.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T182940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T182940Z
UID:10004354-1772130600-1772139600@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black Excellence Recognition Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: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 dinner. Free community event; registration required. Visit westchester-il.org for more info. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-excellence-recognition-ceremony/
LOCATION:Village Hall Board Room\, 10300 W Roosevelt Road\, Westchester\, IL\, 60154\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12122925/news_Black_Excellence_Recognition_Flyer_-_New_Date.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T181121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T181121Z
UID:10004353-1772236800-1772323199@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Stunna Steppaz Black History Month Dance Showcase
DESCRIPTION: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 more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/stunna-steppaz-black-history-month-dance-showcase/
LOCATION:Beverly Center\, 3031 S. 25th Ave.\, Broadview\, IL\, 60155\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12121106/615495892_1688601912496872_337402235568699489_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T173919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175532Z
UID:10004350-1772276400-1772287200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 a keynote by author and speaker Maggie Anderson. Free to attend; registration required. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Nineteenth Century Charitable Association\, 178 Forest Ave\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60301\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12113545/bhm_flyer_the_date.02.11.2026_.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260212T175321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175609Z
UID:10004351-1772283600-1772298000@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:A CENTURY OF BLACK HISTORY COMMEMORATIONS
DESCRIPTION: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 become Black History Month). The event features shopping\, networking\, entertainment\, and food\, with local small businesses and youth entrepreneurs. Free and open to the public. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/a-century-of-black-history-commemorations/
LOCATION:Roosevelt Middle School\, 2500 Oak St.\, Bellwood\, IL\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12115139/final_26_bhmc_fullsize_flyer.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260401T171353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T171353Z
UID:10004368-1775728800-1775750400@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:FREE Virtual Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/free-virtual-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:IL
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/01121335/dcff5b78-a150-feab-9967-f532bdf84ccc.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260401T170206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T170206Z
UID:10004367-1776276000-1776283200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:BMHC Pre/Postnatal Yoga and Maternal Wellness Night
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmhc-pre-postnatal-yoga-and-maternal-wellness-night/
LOCATION:PCC Austin Family Health Center\, 5461 West Lake St.\, Chicago\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/01120143/3779503d-7e39-063f-684c-3ba09cba89b3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260410T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T205032Z
UID:10004369-1776519000-1776526200@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:Authors Around the House – Toddler Edition
DESCRIPTION:A House in Austin is hosting “Authors Around the House – Toddler Edition”. This event is for families with little ones (up to 5 y/o) for an afternoon of music\, movement\, and literacy. There will be a live musical reading with Mama Zahra of Music Moves Chicago\, hands-on sensory play stations\, literacy-themed take-home bags\, raffles and fun surprises. Click here to register.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/authors-around-the-house-toddler-edition/
LOCATION:A House In Austin\, 533 N PINE AVE\, Chicago\, IL\, 60644\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10153323/Authors-Around-the-House.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260410T210559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T210559Z
UID:10004370-1776852000-1776866400@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:April Food Day
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by United Way Metro Chicago\, there will be a food collection from 10am-2pm\, and an Awards Luncheon from 11:30am-1pm. If you are interested in participating\, click here. Click here to view the flyer and learn more.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/april-food-day/
LOCATION:Tinley Park Convention Center\, 18451 Convention Center Dr.\, Tinley Park\, 60477\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10160503/April-Food-Day.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T082234
CREATED:20260410T215035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T225605Z
UID:10004371-1777021200-1777042800@ourculture.us
SUMMARY:We Are Our Own Medicine GVP Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION: is the Strengthening Ourselves to Heal Community Gun-Violence Prevention Conference. The conference includes awareness\, healing\, prevention\, leadership\, and training. Attendees will hear from their leaders\, community stakeholders\, elected officials\, faith leaders\, and our youth. Click here to register and learn more. Interested in a collaborative sponsorship? Learn more here.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/we-are-our-own-medicine-gvp-conference-2026/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:New Life Covenant HP\, 3400 W. Division\, Chicago\, IL\, 60651\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://d378omtnmsdn81.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10164957/We-Are-Our-Own-Medicine-GVP-Conference-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="We are our own medicine":MAILTO:Alees.Edwards@cityofchicago.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR