• Bonfire Night

    YMCA Kelly Hall 824 N. Hamlin Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Join My Chi, My Future for warmth, treats, and good company. FREE entry. Food and drinks are available.

  • The Heart of the Story at Douglass Park

    Douglass Park Cultural Center 1401 S. Sacramento Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

    The Heart of the Story is a semi-interactive concert dance program, featuring 8 dance artists of Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre performing several pieces from the company’s repertoire. The diversity of the repertoire offers each site customization based on the interests and identity of the community, using dance and storytelling to present deeper concepts of identity […]

  • Second Chance Summit

    Proviso Math and Science Academy 8601 Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park, IL, United States

    This is an opportunity for community members to begin the process of expunging or sealing their criminal records, as well as participate in a resource and job fair. Click here for more info.

  • Expungement Event

    Hope Church 5900 W. Iowa, Chicago, IL, United States

    My Soul, My Blackness, Roman Morrow, Hope CDC, and others will host an expungement event for Cook County residents. You must bring a copy of your record for assistance and be patient. All attorneys are working diligently to service everyone. Click here to access the registration page.

  • No Trump, No Troops: Community Know Your Rights Training

    Westside Justice Center 601 S. California Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Equity and Transformation (EAT), Black Voter Project, and a coalition of more than 40 Black-led community and legal groups have come together to oppose Trump’s mobilization of military forces in Chicago and, instead, call for real community and economic investment as the best path toward true safety. The coalition has been hosting Know Your Rights […]

  • Chicago Day of the Girl

    Kehrein Center for the Arts 5628 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us on October 11, at the Kehrein Center for the Arts in Austin for Chicago Day of the Girl. This is more than an event—it’s a movement. A day […]

  • Ald. Taliaferro’s Tea Party

    L. May Creations 5936 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    This free event is open to community members ages 35 to 55. Light refreshments served. Call (773) 237-6460 to register by Oct. 3. 

  • Harvest Festival and Trunk or Treat

    600 N. Lorel Ave. 600 N. Lorel Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    This event features a resource fair and a fun Trunk-or-Treat event. We'll have decorated car trunks filled with candy as a festive alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. 

  • History Harvest: The Westside Family

    Legler Regional Library 115 S. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL, United States

    Share West Side stories, photos, and keepsakes to help build the Westside Cultural Archive. This free community-centered event is hosted by Kenn Cook Jr., The Culture’s staff photographer, Legler’s Artist-in-Residence, […]

  • Chicago Sukkah Design Festival Bike & Scooter Tour

    James Stone Freedom Square 3615 W. Douglas Blvd., Chicago, IL, United States

    The Chicago Sukkah Design Festival partners with Working Bikes to lead a bike tour the North Lawndale neighborhood. Visit sukkahs from previous editions of the Chicago Sukkah Design Festival (2022–2024) that are now installed at the facilities of participating community partners, and learn how they're functioning at their new homes. Bring your own bike or […]

  • The Leaders Network Monthly Meeting

    Columbus Park Refectory 5701 W Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, United States

    Join our monthly meeting tomorrow - Tuesday, Oct. 14, 9:30 am, at the Columbus Park Refectory or virtually:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82891899308...Meeting ID: 828 9189 9308Passcode 202349  

  • UCAN Fall Hiring Event

    UCAN Residential Gymnasium 3640 W. Fillmore St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Companies and agencies including McDonald's, Goodwill, the Chicago Park District, Marriot, United Center, the Chicago Urban League, and more will participate. Contact Edmond Hall, business service rep., at (773) 200-6726 […]

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