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SUMMARY:America: Songs and Stories of Protest and Freedom
DESCRIPTION:2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States’ Declaration of Independence. America: Songs and Stories of Protest and Freedom is a multi-genre concert of spoken word and music. It’s written and narrated by award-winning journalist\, Cheryl Corley\, and features a stellar band lead by singer/songwriter Lucy Smith. This performance encompasses the rage\, hope\, resilience and history that shaped the country over its many years; from Thomas Paine’s 18th century “Liberty Tree” to Beyonce’s 21st century “Freedom.” \nA FREE AND ALL AGES EVENT \nCheryl Corley\, narrator\nLucy Smith Quintet\nLucy\, vocals\nJon Deitemyer\, drums\nCarmani Edwards\, bass\nWilliam Kurk\, keys\nLenard Simpson\, alto sax \nA Night Out in the Parks (NOITP) program \nBring your chairs and snacks for a great Night Out in the Park! \nhttps://lucysmithjazz.com/
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/america-songs-and-stories-of-protest-and-freedom-2/2026-08-22/1/
LOCATION:Clarendon Community Center Park\, 4501 N Clarendon Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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SUMMARY:Windows
DESCRIPTION:Olivia is a former soccer player still recovering from a career-ending injury. Her girlfriend\, Natalie\, is stuck in a job she’s not passionate about\, caught between finding her own happiness and caring for Olivia’s. Meanwhile\, Natalie’s roommate Clay is trying to take the next step in his life – towards a new promotion\, away from a past relationship\, and into his own power. As all three maneuver through the ever-present reality of Olivia’s injury\, they find escape however they can. \nWINDOWS was developed through PrideArts’ Queery Playwrights Lab\, in which 33 scripts with an LGBTQ focus were submitted for consideration and six were selected for further development. Scenes from those six scripts were performed publicly\, and with the audience’s help\, WINDOWS was chosen for this full production\, to be directed by with QUEERY Festival Director Taylor Pasche.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/windows-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + FarmWorks and Heartland Human Care Services
DESCRIPTION:Join LGBTQ+ and Ally Volunteers as we partner with Heartland Human Care Services – Chicago FarmWorks. Volunteers will perform a variety of tasks that will include weeding\, laying down weed suppression fabric\, shoveling compost\, building grow beds\, and potentially helping to care for some native plant areas.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-farmworks-and-heartland-human-care-services/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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SUMMARY:Music Theater Works Presents the Beloved Classic “West Side Story\,” August 13 - 30
DESCRIPTION:Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2026 season\, West Side Story\, in the George Van Dusen Theatre\, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie\, 9501 Skokie Blvd.\, Skokie\, August 13 – 30. West Side Story has a book by Arthur Laurents\, with music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Music Theater Works’ production is directed by Sasha Gerritson\, choreographed by Clayton Cross and Isa Ramirez and music directed by Linda Madonia. \nA timeless tale of love and rivalry\, West Side Story brings Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to the streets of 1950s New York. Caught between the tensions of two warring gangs—the Jets and the Sharks—Tony and Maria find themselves drawn to each other despite the violence that surrounds them. Featuring iconic songs like “Tonight\,” “America” and “Somewhere\,” West Side Story remains one of the most powerful and enduring musicals of all time. \nAll performances include Spanish supertitles. The West Side Story performance schedule is Friday\, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Wednesday\, Aug. 19 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. (ASL Interpreted performance)\, Saturday\, Aug. 22 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Post-show discussion)\, Sunday\, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m.\, Wednesday\, Aug. 26 at 2 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday\, Aug. 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets are now on sale from $19.50 to $106 with tickets for guests 25 years old and younger available at half-price at MusicTheaterWorks.com or by calling the Music Theater Works box office at the North Shore Center\, 847.673.6300. Memberships for the 2026 season are also available at MusicTheaterWorks.com and group discounts for 10 or more people are available by contacting JRuffner@MusicTheaterWorks.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/music-theater-works-presents-the-beloved-classic-west-side-story-august-13-30-2/2026-08-22/1/
LOCATION:North Shore Center\, 9501 Skokie Blvd\, Skokie\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nova Entertainment Presents “Hail Mary/Maria” by Playwright RJ Silva and Directed by Adam Reed\, August 14 - 23 at Theater Wit
DESCRIPTION:Nova Entertainment is pleased to announce the cast and creative team for Hail Mary/Maria\, written by RJ Silva and directed by Adam Reed\, August 14 – 23 at Theater Wit in Theater 2\, 1229 W. Belmont. \nKid\, short for Kindness\, gets slapped with his first real crush. He relies on his three Marys for guidance: his Filipina mother Marie\, the Blessed Virgin Mary and his favorite pro wrestler\, Maria. And although he feels like he’s blindly top-rope diving into love\, will he be able to stand as a champion for himself? A coming-of-age story with the electricity of a live wrestling show\, the comfort and bonds of a Filipino family and the warmth of a budding romance\, Hail Mary/Maria is a heartfelt adventure of finding and loving who you are. \nRegular performance schedule includes preview on Friday\, Aug. 14 at 7:30 p.m.\, press opening on Saturday\, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Aug. 16 at 2:30 p.m.\, Monday\, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. (industry night)\, Thursday\, Aug. 20 at 7:30 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 22 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday\, Aug. 23 at 2:30 p.m. Run time is 80 minutes with no intermission. Tickets are $25 – $60\, with $15 student and senior discounts available. Tickets are on sale now at TheaterWit.org with additional show information available at The-Novas.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/nova-entertainment-presents-hail-mary-maria-by-playwright-rj-silva-and-directed-by-adam-reed-august-14-23-at-theater-wit-2/2026-08-22/1/
LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Oil Lamp Theater Presents “I Love You Because\,” August 14 - September 13
DESCRIPTION:Oil Lamp Theater is proud to announce its next production\, I Love You Because\, August 14 – September 13\, book and lyrics by Ryan Cunningham\, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman\, directed by Scott Shallenbarger and music directed by Aaron Kahn\, at Oil Lamp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road. \nModern dating is a mess. Sometimes to find Mr. Right you need to find Mr. Wrong – even if that means seeing someone stuck on their ex\, awkward encounters of the intimate kind and lots of bad coffee dates. Opposites attract in this feel-good musical that will transport you into the heart of your favorite guilty pleasure rom-com. Created by acclaimed musical team Ryan Cunningham and Joshua Salzman and inspired by Jane Austen’s gold-standard romance novel Pride and Prejudice\, this delightful musical will make you fall head over heels. \nThe cast of I Love You Because includes Aiden McCoy (any with respect\, Austin Bennet); Maxwell J DeTogne (any with respect\, Jeff Bennet); Hannah Kipp (she/her\, Marcy Fitzwilliams); Kristin Brintnall (she/her\, Diana Bingley); Daria Koon (she/they\, NYC Woman); Tommy Rothwells (he/him\, NYC Man); Freddy Mauricio (he/him\, Austin Bennet U/S); Nic Eastlund (he/him\, Jeff Bennet U/S); Kaitie Bonds (she/her\, Marcy Fitzwilliams U/S); Dominique Ruffalo (she/her\, Diana Bingley U/S); Nikki Holladay (she/her\, NYC Woman U/S) and Joe Dennis (he/him\, NYC Man U/S). \nThe production team includes Scott Shallenbarger (he/him\, director); Aaron Kahn (he/him\, music director/accompanist); Bob Knuth (he/him\, scenic designer); Devin Meseke (he/him\, properties designer); Maya Reter (she/her\, sound designer); Sara Segneri (she/her\, stage manager); Danielle Reinhardt (she/her\, costume designer); Conner Nicoson (they/them\, technical director); Connor Windle (she/her\, production manager) and Rose Leisner (she/her\, company manager). \nThe performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. with additional Wednesday performances Wednesday\, Aug. 19 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Wednesday Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m. (Understudy Performance); Wednesday\, Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Wednesday Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $30 for previews and $55 for the run at OilLampTheater.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/oil-lamp-theater-presents-i-love-you-because-august-14-september-13-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Oil Lamp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:🎨 Marks of Art – A Two-Session Workshop with Sholo Beverly
DESCRIPTION:“Let’s get CREATIVITY flowing and trust in your marks of art.” \nThis workshop is all about meditative mark making — creating freely\, trusting your process\, and discovering that some of your best art comes from happy mistakes. Over two sessions\, you’ll explore unexpected materials and techniques that lead to a final self-portrait piece. \n📅 Wednesday\, July 15 | 6–8pm\n📅 Thursday\, July 16 | 6–8pm\n💰 $110 for both sessions \nWhat to bring:\n• 1 sketchpad of mixed media paper\n• Drawing media (pencil\, pen\, pastel\, charcoal\, etc.)\n• 10 items from home for mark making (think Q-tips\, a comb\, bubble wrap\, corks\, leaves — get creative!) \n⚠️ Space is limited! Cancellations must be made at least 1 week before the workshop. If enrollment minimums aren’t met\, you’ll be notified 3 days in advance with a full refund.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/%f0%9f%8e%a8-marks-of-art-a-two-session-workshop-with-sholo-beverly-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:6311arts\, 6311 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries
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SUMMARY:Adolescent Salvation
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of one night\, through a haze of tequila\, texting\, and Taylor Swift\, three teenagers banter\, bicker\, and push each other to the edge of danger — with consequences that could prove lethal. A play that lingers long after the curtain\, Adolescent Salvation dares to portray adolescence in all its abundance of contradictions: sloppy\, raw\, and deeply human. Starts August 14\, only at Theater Wit.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/adolescent-salvation-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:SMILEY
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\, with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto Rico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favorite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls into something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the complicated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is one of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. His plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotional intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connection. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytelling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflects the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the evolving nature of love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Dance for Life 35th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Dance for Life\, which benefits the Chicago Dance Health Fund\, is a one-night-only event showcasing the city’s variety of dance traditions and styles by bringing together professional dance companies and dancers from throughout Chicago\, who unite to support their peers by generously donating their time\, energy\, and artistry. Since its debut in 1992\, Dance for Life has raised more than $8 million and presented more than 50 Chicago-based professional dance companies. The performance gives guests an opportunity to experience a range of dance genres\, companies of different sizes and histories\, and numerous choreographers\, artists\, and designers in one memorable evening each year. An additional beneficiary of Dance for Life is AIDS Foundation Chicago. \nFor this special anniversary performance\, the lineup includes prominent Chicago dance companies and celebrated Chicago choreographers: Ballet 5:8\, Chicago Dance Crash\, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater\, Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater\, Giordano Dance Chicago\, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago\, The Joffrey Ballet\, Robyn Mineko Williams and Artists\, Trinity Irish Dance Company\, and Visceral Dance Chicago. Also on the program is Red\, Black & White by Jeremy Plummer and Harrison McEldowney\, a returning work featuring dancers from throughout the Chicago community. \nChoreographer Randy Duncan is creating a world premiere finale set to music by Ira Antelis with Chicago-area dancers from the participating companies and beyond\, as he has for most of the past 35 years. Chicago Dance Health Fund is honoring Duncan for his contributions at this event.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dance-for-life-35th-anniversary/
LOCATION:The Auditorium\, 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:Jackalope Theatre Presents the 17th Annual Newspaper Living Festival\, August 20 - 24
DESCRIPTION:Jackalope Theatre Company is proud to announce the schedule for the 17th Annual Living Newspaper Festival\, August 20 – 24\, at the Jackalope Theatre in the Broadway Armory\, 5917 N. Broadway. The Living Newspaper Festival is inspired by the 1930s Living Newspapers of the Federal Theatre Project that created stories based on recent events. Each night\, the Festival includes five one-act plays inspired from recent news headlines. \nThe 17th Annual Living Newspaper Festival includes:\nPicture Day\nBy Madie Dopelt\nDirected by Breon Arzell\nCast includes Miriam Lee\, Niko Kourtis and Reilly Oh\nInspired by Epstein-Linked Rumors Ignite Panic Over School Photos in Coulee Dam \nWhen Reddit users loosely link a school photography company with the Epstein files\, parents in Coulee Dam\, Washington express their concerns. As the school decides how to handle their upcoming picture day\, the parents take matters into their own hands. \nLet them East Cake\nBy Anelga Hajjar\nDirected by Kaiser Ahmed\nCast includes Yourtana Sulaiman\, Chris Chmelik and Claudia Quesada\nInspired by GLP-1 drugs are changing how Americans eat. Food companies are racing to catch up \nIt’s Selma’s birthday but the cake is uneaten and something seems terribly off. Can her mom and boyfriend get to the bottom of what’s infected her? Let them Eat Cake\, exposes the insidious consequences of our bodies being injected with public opinion. \nFellow Mortals\nBy Aurora Real de Asua\nDirected by Janyce Caraballo\nCast includes Sierra Phan\, Katie Bevil and Z Mowry\nInspired by Mouse study shows repeated cloning causes grave genetic mutations \nThree individuals\, trapped in a cage. Who put them there? And why? And how the hell are they going to get out? \nTurning\nBy Netta Walker\nDirected by Sydney Charles\nCast includes Jalbelly Guzman and Morgan Lavenstein\nInspired by Newly declassified FBI documents detail UFO sighting by Anoka officers — and one of them filmed it \n2048. Post Civil War. On a forest creek bed\, south of the Mason Dixon\, a young woman flees a colony only to be confronted by a relic of the past. \nThe Day The Night Came Down\nBy Ike Holter\nDirected by Stephanie Diaz\nCast includes Laura Lodewyck and Pedro Jimenez\nInspired by Newly declassified FBI documents detail UFO sighting by Anoka officers — and one of them filmed it \nAfter a life changing encounter with an unexplained aerial phenomena\, a rookie cop weighs the cost of speaking truth to power. \nThe running time is 75 minutes with no intermission. The performance schedule is Thursday\, Aug. 20 at 7:30 p.m.\, Friday\, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturday\, Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m.\, Sunday\, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. and Monday\, Aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for August 20 – 24 are $20 – $35 and are available at JackalopeTheatre.org or by calling 773.340.2543.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jackalope-theatre-presents-the-17th-annual-newspaper-living-festival-august-20-24-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Jackalope Theatre Company\, 5917 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:LIVING THE DREAM
DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts presents an on-book staged reading of LIVING THE DREAM\, a new play by Daniel Walsh\, directed by Rory Brady. \nThis developmental presentation offers audiences an early look at a new theatrical work while giving the playwright\, director\, and performers an opportunity to explore the script before an audience. \nThe reading is presented as part of Open Space: New Ground\, Open Space Arts’ initiative supporting new plays\, staged readings\, experimental work\, and emerging theatrical voices.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/living-the-dream/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:The Trouble With My Hair\, presented by Nothing Without a Company
DESCRIPTION:The Trouble With My Hair: Coloring\, Cutting\, and Coming into Who I Am\, is an intimate exploration of gender\, sexual identity\, and boundary-making through Ada’s evolving relationship with her hairstylist and her hair. Blending narrative art and theatrical storytelling\, Ada Cheng playfully brings her audience on a journey of self-discovery and self-love through her struggles with hair. From early memories of negotiating belonging to courageous acts of boundary-making in adulthood\, Cheng uses her changing hairstyles and haircolors as milestones marking her path toward self-definition. Each cut\, color\, and conversation becomes a metaphor for reclaiming voice and visibility in a world eager to define her first. This site-responsive Chicago presentation spans five performances across the city\, each featuring guest performers and a post-show conversation or response. \nPerformances (5 total) \nEach performance runs approximately 2 hours and includes guest artists and a post-show discussion or response. \nFriday\, Aug 21 | 7:30–9:30pmScissor & Fork\n3968 N Elston Ave\, Irving Park \nSaturday\, Aug 22 | 7:30–9:30pmVisceral Adventure Lounge\n3638 W Grand Ave\, Humboldt Park \nSunday\, Aug 23 | 7:30–9:30pmREM Salon\n3035 W Fullerton Ave\, Logan Square \nSaturday\, Aug 29 | 7:30–9:30pmHaibayô\n1132 W Argyle St\, Uptown \nSunday\, Aug 30 | 1:00–3:30pmCenter on Halsted\n3656 N Halsted St\, Northalsted\nFeaturing a performance response by Stir Friday Night\, followed by a closing reception until 3:30pm. This final performance will not include a post-show talkback.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-trouble-with-my-hair-presented-by-nothing-without-a-company-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Various locations
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030755Z
CREATED:20260430T030755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T030755Z
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SUMMARY:Claire Lochmueller: CRACKS - A One-Trans-Woman Dark Comedy Memoir
DESCRIPTION:Through a hybrid of storytelling\, stand-up comedy and theatre\, this one-trans-woman dark comedy memoir by Claire Lochmueller details a journey from a childhood in the Catholic Church/JROTC military school to a career as a multi-award-winning trans theatre-maker. CRACKS navigates topics of gender identity\, substance abuse and finding joy in a story about how two lives\, through laughter and tears\, became one trans identity. \nCRACKS has toured fringe festivals across the US and in Canada.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/claire-lochmueller-cracks-a-one-trans-woman-dark-comedy-memoir/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T143740Z
CREATED:20260604T143740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T143740Z
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SUMMARY:The Metal Shop Performance Lab & JunkHeart Present “Anatomy of a Suicide\,”  August 12 - 30
DESCRIPTION:Produced in partnership with JunkHeart\, The Metal Shop Performance Lab is proud to present Anatomy of a Suicide\, August 12 – 30\, at Redtwist Theatre\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, written by Alice Birch and directed by Alex Mallory. \nAnatomy of a Suicide follows three generations of women; a mother\, a daughter and a granddaughter\, whose individual stories are being told simultaneously. For each\, the pain and chaos of the women who came before them force them to question whether they will be able to escape this deeply rooted legacy and instead make their own. Alice Birch’s Susan Smith Blackburn Prize-winning play is an intimate exploration of inter-generational trauma\, told across three interlinking narratives. \nThe regular performance schedule is Wednesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 – $35 and may be purchased starting June 1 by visiting TheMetalShop.org. \n(Image L to R): Tatiana Pavela\, Taigé Lauren and Isabel Lee Roden
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-metal-shop-performance-lab-junkheart-present-anatomy-of-a-suicide-august-12-30/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Redtwist Theater\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T144710Z
CREATED:20260604T144710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T144710Z
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SUMMARY:Babes With Blades Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “yo ho.\,” July 19 - August 29
DESCRIPTION:Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s (BWBTC) 2026 season opens with a world premiere\, yo ho.\, by playwright SMJ\, directed by JD Caudill and fight choreography by Carly “CB” Cason\, July 19 – August 29 at The Edge Theater Off Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave. \nyo ho. charts the journey of Anne Bonny and Mary Read\, two pirates aboard a campy\, sexually charged ship facing immediate threat from the crown. Equal parts historical fantasy and introspective sexual and gender exploration\, this play is a deeply emotional reimaging and reminder of queer history. \nThe ensemble cast of ten\, in alphabetical order\, features Stef Brundage (they/them\, Calico Jack); Sierra Buffum (they/them\, Mary Read); William Delforge (he/him\, Chad/James); Schnaude Dorizan (she/her\, Vanessa U/S); Stephanie Fongheiser (she/her\, Anne Bonny U/S); Cris King (she/her\, Calico Jack U/S); Rachel Sleek Bañuelos (she/her\, Anne Bonny); Makenna Van Raalte (they/she\, Mary Read U/S); Jacob Watson (he/they\, Chad/James U/S) and Brittani Yawn (she/her\, Vanessa). \nThe production team includes BWBTC ensemble members Line Bower (they/them\, technical director); Jennifer Mohr (she/her\, costume designer); Payton Shearn (she/they\, production assistant) and Laura J. Wiley (she/her\, lighting designer) as well as Carly “CB” Cason (they/she/any\, fight choreographer); JD Caudill (they/them\, director); Kat Coyl (they/them\, assistant director); Amy C. Gilman (she/her\, scenic designer); Rose Hamill (she/her\, production manager); Alex Kingsley (they/them\, sound designer); Meme Matteson (she/they\, assistant fight choreographer); Grace Mealey (she/her\, stage manager); Alyssa Vera Ramos (she/her/ella\, intimacy designer) and SMJ (they/them\, playwright). \nThe performance schedule is Thursdays – Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. The open caption performances are Saturday\, Aug. 15 at 8 p.m. and Sunday\, Aug.16 at 3 p.m. and Thursday\, Aug. 20 and Friday\, Aug. 21 at 8 p.m.. The sensory friendly performances are Sunday\, Aug. 2 and Sunday\, Aug. 9 at 3 p.m. and with the fully masked audience performances\, Sunday\, Aug. 9 and Aug. 16 at 3 p.m. The running time is approximately two hours (including intermission). Streaming dates for yo ho. will be announced at a future date. Tickets are $28 for students and seniors\, $35 for general admission and are on sale now at BabesWithBlades.org. \nHeadshot Block of Cast:\nTop Row: Stef Brundage\, Sierra Buffum\, William Delforge\, Schnaude Dorizan\nMiddle Row: Stephanie Fongheiser\, Cris King\nBottom Row: Rachel Sleek-Bañuelos\, Makenna Van Raalte\, Jacob Watson\, Brittani Yawn
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/babes-with-blades-theatre-company-presents-world-premiere-of-yo-ho-july-19-august-29/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T143659Z
CREATED:20260820T143659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T143659Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of "Second Nature" narrated by Elliot Page
DESCRIPTION:“Everything you didn’t learn in high school biology” is the tagline of Drew Denny’s film “Second Nature-” narrated by Oscar winning actor Elliot Page. We are proud to present the first Chicago Screening of this important film dispelling the gender and sexual binary narrative force fed to us in our society\, as well as illuminating the natural fluidity of both found throughout life on this planet. This is the first of a two part awareness outreach – this one focusing on how diversity is natural…and the science shows this to be true. Drew will be open to questions via zoom after the screening. The second one will focus on understanding as well as addressing our current political moment from a place of solidarity for transgender persons respecting every person’s freedom to be themselves wherever they are on the sex and gender continuum. We are all on it and all affected.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/screening-of-second-nature-narrated-by-elliot-page/2026-08-23/1/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260820T144427Z
CREATED:20260820T144427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T144427Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago LGBTQ+ Wedding Expo
DESCRIPTION:Free Tickets for a Limited Time! You’re invited to an inspiring afternoon of connection\, creativity\, and celebration. \nJoin us at the Midland Hotel on Sunday\, August 23\, 2026 for a welcoming boutique-style event where couples can explore ideas\, meet supportive professionals\, and gather inspiration for their upcoming wedding or commitment celebration. \nThis relaxed and friendly expo is designed to make wedding planning enjoyable. Instead of feeling rushed or overwhelmed\, you’ll have the opportunity to talk with talented vendors who are passionate about helping LGBTQ+ couples design meaningful celebrations that reflect their personalities and values. \nAt the event you’ll connect with professionals offering services including: \nVenues • Officiants • Wedding Planners • Caterers & Bakers • DJs • Photographers • Photobooths • Invitations & Stationery • Travel Specialists • Jewelers • Videographers • Transportation • Financial Planners • Legal Advisors • Fertility Services • and more. \nAs you explore\, enjoy delicious samples\, cocktails\, swag bags\, and exciting raffle prizes throughout the afternoon. \nReserve your FREE tickets using the link on this page. After registering\, keep an eye on your email for helpful reminders and event updates as the show approaches. \nPlanning with friends or family? Share the event on social media—we’d love to welcome them too. \nWe look forward to celebrating with you in Chicago on August 23rd.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-lgbtq-wedding-expo/
LOCATION:The Midland Hotel\, 172 W. Adams Sst.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260820T151201Z
CREATED:20260806T180748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T151201Z
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SUMMARY:Pitch Your Peeps - Daytime & Sober-friendly Edition
DESCRIPTION:Take the stage to pitch your (35+) queer friend to others who are interested in finding their match – No dating apps! No swiping! No phones! — Just a slide deck lovingly made by YOU about YOUR hot and consenting baddie of a friend/family member to an audience full of potential connections. Pitch Your Peeps picked this time and location for three reasons. First\, it is during the day time aka auntie hours! The show will end by 4 pm leaving you plenty of time to get home in time for dinner (or perhaps a dinner date!). Also by hosting the show at a coffee house we are responding to our community asking for more sober-friendly spaces to find new connections. Annnd\, we will be supporting a Latina and queer owned business! The owners will be brewing up free tea and coffee just for our show!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pitch-your-peeps-daytime-sober-friendly-edition/
LOCATION:Two Hearted Queen Coffee House\, 1201 West Roscoe Street\, Chicago\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:dating,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T151117Z
CREATED:20260820T151117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T151117Z
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SUMMARY:Vibes On Logan × Slo ’Mo
DESCRIPTION:Two community-driven Chicago parties are coming together again on the boulevard. \nThis Sunday marks our third Vibes On Logan × Slo ’Mo collaboration\, bringing together two parties that believe the dance floor can be about more than just the music. Community\, connection\, joy and creating space for people to be together have always been at the heart of both.\nAnd Kristen Kaza came through with a serious lineup for this one. \nChicago house pioneer Lori Branch brings more than four decades of history behind the decks and a place in the lineage of the music that changed dance floors around the world. \nKayKay. has spent more than a decade moving through Chicago’s queer nightlife with a deep musical vocabulary that stretches across house\, hip-hop\, R&B and beyond. \nPartywithdj Gloria brings the energy behind her Latin Fusion parties\, connecting Latin sounds with house and dance music in a way that’s distinctly Chicago. \nThree selectors. Three deep record collections. One afternoon on the boulevard. \nSlo ’Mo has created space for queer joy\, music and community in Chicago\, and we’re proud to bring our communities together again.\nVibes residents DJ D.R.E.A.M. and Mike L Bangles will bookend the afternoon. \nCome hungry. Tj Mexican Food will be serving up Mexican favorites\, An Choi || Chicago Pop Up Cafe & Catering will have Vietnamese-inspired bites\, and Hippie Dreams Ice Cream will be back with us on the boulevard. \nOur friends at Choom | 🌱-Infused Bevs will also have complimentary samples while supplies last\, with support from CHIRP Radio.\nBring a chair. Support the vendors. Drop something in the donation bucket if you can. Then find your place on the grass and stay awhile. \nVibes On Logan × Slo ’Mo\nSunday\, August 23\n2–7 PM\nLogan Boulevard & Rockwell \nSee you on the grass.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/vibes-on-logan-x-slo-mo/
LOCATION:Logan Boulevard & Rockwell\, Logan Boulevard and Rockwell\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,festival,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T203000
DTSTAMP:20260820T142117Z
CREATED:20260820T141325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T142117Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of Movie “Second Nature” narrated by Elliot Page
DESCRIPTION:“Everything you didn’t learn in high school biology” is the tagline of Drew Denny’s film “Second Nature-” narrated by Oscar winning actor Elliot Page. We are proud to present the first Chicago Screening of this important film dispelling the gender and sexual binary narrative force fed to us in our society\, as well as illuminating the natural fluidity of both found throughout life on this planet. This is the first of a two part awareness outreach – this one focusing on how diversity is natural…and the science shows this to be true. Drew will be open to questions via zoom after the screening. The second one will focus on understanding as well as addressing our current political moment from a place of solidarity for transgender persons respecting every person’s freedom to be themselves wherever they are on the sex and gender continuum. We are all on it and all affected.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/screening-of-movie-second-nature-narrated-by-elliot-page/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:film
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T203000
DTSTAMP:20260723T183106Z
CREATED:20260723T183106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T183106Z
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SUMMARY:Big Top\, Little Bottom Super Sapphic Circus
DESCRIPTION:The Circus comes to Dorothy! Join us for a night of puppetry\, buffoonery\, sex appeal\, a little bit of violence\, and a whole lot of fun! \nThe Super Sapphic Circus has one more night to put on a successful show before Chicago’s evil governor BJ Lipster shuts it down for good! \nEvoking the chaos of The Muppets with the wit of Looney Tunes\, this production is a heartwarming story about found family\, second chances\, and the power of joy in the face of shattered dreams. \nTickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. \nDoors open at 6pm and our show begins at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical or mobile ID for all to enter. Dorothy is also ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait by the black door with our logo in the window and call our staff to assist: 773-770-3799 \nPlease note: refund requests are only available until 24h before the show (8/22\, 7pm). No other refund requests will be honored.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/big-top-little-bottom-super-sapphic-circus/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260806T181525Z
CREATED:20260806T181525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T181525Z
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SUMMARY:Equal Love Strikes Fall League Begins
DESCRIPTION:Equal Love Strikes Fall Season Starts. \nWe’re a casual social league that appreciates friendly competition. While we’re PBA certified\, our primary emphasis is on fostering a fun and relaxed atmosphere. \nThe league is held at Lucky Strike located at 735 Center Blvd\, Romeoville\, IL 60446
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/equal-love-strikes-fall-league-begins/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T203000
DTSTAMP:20260820T144304Z
CREATED:20260820T144304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T144304Z
UID:10004583-1787598000-1787603400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Your Friend Rachel x The God Awful Small Affairs at Dorothy
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss a night of queer centered live music ft. Brooklyn-based Your Friend Rachel and Chicago’s own The God Awful Small Affairs. \nYour Friend Rachel is playing in Chicago for one night only and she’s teaming up with The God Awful Small Affairs! \nYFR’s deeply human\, joy-forward folk-rock songs meet TGASA’s Queer\, expansive Them-Fatale-Space-Rock for a night of original music you won’t forget. \nDoors at 6pm and our show begins at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nA $10 cover will be charged at the door until 8:30pm. \nPlease note: RSVPs are not required but instead serve as calendar reminders for guests and attendance expecations for staffing. RSVPs are not in lieu of cover charge. \nABOUT THE MUSICIANS \nYour Friend Rachel is a crafter of lyrics\, melodies\, and art made from trash. Her joy-forward folk-rock songs speak to the dissonance of being human in an increasingly inhuman world. \nThe God Awful Small Affairs play Them-Fatale-Space-Rock: Queer\, expansive\, severely honest indie rock ballads one might listen to at the all night diner-cathedral at the end of the universe.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/your-friend-rachel-x-the-god-awful-small-affairs-at-dorothy/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T220000
DTSTAMP:20260106T041945Z
CREATED:20260106T041945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T041945Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Speed Dating
DESCRIPTION:Meet other cutie queers in a space that’s easy\, fun\, and designed for connection without the pressure. Here’s how it works: you’ll rotate through a series of short conversations (about 5 minutes each). Afterward\, you write down who you’d like to connect with as a friend\, flirty new crush\, or just someone to watch the game with at Babes. Matches are emailed the next day. \nWho’s to say if you’ll leave with a crush\, brunch buddy\, or just a night of good conversations. No matter what\, our Queer Speed Dating event is about building connections that last. \nFollow @hotpotatoheartshotpotato on Instagram for updates.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-speed-dating-3/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Lemon
CATEGORIES:dating
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260715T034243Z
CREATED:20260715T034243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T034243Z
UID:10004122-1787680800-1787688000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + RCS – Tuesday Night Pantry Goods Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Join LGBTQ+ and Ally Volunteers as we partner with Ravenswood Community Services (RCS). Volunteers will assist with the distribution of groceries in their client-choice style pantry and breakdown at the end of the evening. Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 20 lbs and going up and down stairs.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-rcs-tuesday-night-pantry-goods-distribution-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T181858Z
CREATED:20260806T181858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T181858Z
UID:10004315-1787684400-1787691600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Pitch Your Peeps - Late Bloomers Edition
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Your Peeps is partnering with Chicago’s leading lesbian owned queer cocktail bar to create a sexy and loving space for late bloomers. Who are late bloomers? Anyone who has come out later in life. Whether someone knew they were queer since college but didn’t come out until they were in their 40s like us or someone who embraced their true gender identity and/or expression later in life—this show is for them! And\, yes\, even over 40 folx who are curious and/or are still on their journey of discovering their queerness\, transness and/or gender expansiveness—this show\, like all of our shows—is for them\, too. \nTake the stage to pitch your (40+) later in life queer friend to others who are interested in finding their match – No dating apps! No swiping! No phones! — Just a slide deck lovingly made by YOU about YOUR hot and consenting baddie of a friend/family member to an audience full of potential connections.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pitch-your-peeps-late-bloomers-edition/
LOCATION:Dorothy Downstairs\, 2500 West Chicago Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:dating
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T151330Z
CREATED:20260820T151330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T151330Z
UID:10004600-1787738400-1787745600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Latine Homelessness Report - Community Discussion on LGBTQ+ Youth
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by La Casa Norte\, ALMA Chicago\, Equality Illinois & ILLCF: a public forum on Latine LGBTQ+ youth homelessness and policy solutions. \nJoin La Casa Norte\, ALMA Chicago\, Equality Illinois\, and the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation for a community conversation on the disproportionate impact of homelessness on Latine LGBTQ+ youth. \nThe event will highlight Latine Homelessness in Illinois: Structural Drivers of Inequality\, developed by the University of Illinois Chicago’s Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy in partnership with the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness. Co-authored by Iván Arenas and a UIC research team\, the report examines how housing costs\, unstable employment\, discrimination\, immigration barriers\, and limited access to health care contribute to homelessness. It also explores “doubled-up” homelessness—temporarily staying with friends or relatives because stable housing is unavailable—which often goes uncounted. \nPeople with lived experience will help ground the discussion. State Senator Omar Aquino and State Representative Lilian Jiménez will share legislative perspectives and potential solutions. \nThis event is free and open to the public and media.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/latine-homelessness-report-community-discussion-on-lgbtq-youth/
LOCATION:La Casa Norte\, 3533 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,panel-conversation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260722T163112Z
CREATED:20260722T163112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T163112Z
UID:10004184-1787765400-1787776200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:The Queer Creative Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Looking for your next collaborator\, or just want to vibe with people who get queer art? Z Marc Productions is bringing together Chicago’s most passionate happy hour LGBTQIA+ artists\, filmmakers\, writers\, and creators under one roof. Come grab a cocktail or mocktail at Wil’s Martini Lounge\, meet other LGBTQIA+ individuals who share the same passion for the arts\, and help us raise funds for our upcoming\, award-winning LGBTQIA+ Latinx Short film\, Castaway\, directed and written by Nathan L. Marquez!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-queer-creative-lounge/
LOCATION:Wil’s Martini Bar\, 1478 W. Catalpa Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T230000
DTSTAMP:20260820T145928Z
CREATED:20260820T145928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T145928Z
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SUMMARY:IRL: Singles Mixer at Dorothy
DESCRIPTION:No frills\, no fuss\, no cover. Just a night to gather if you’re queer\, single\, & ready to mingle. Shoot your shot at Dorothy! \nJoin us for IRL: Singles Mixer at Dorothy on Wednesday August 26th. No fuss\, no frills\, no cover – this is just a night for queer singles (or folks open to dating – whatever that means to you!) to gather in conversation at their favorite lesbian bar and maybe make a connection! Folks of all relationship identifiers welcome! \nAll night we’ll be hanging out and leaving you to find your own connections. We’ll have custom coasters to give your number or handle to anyone you may meet or keep on your person for the next time you spot a cutie at Dorothy. \nDoors at 6pm. Dorothy remains open until last call at 11pm. \nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical ID for all to enter. Dorothy is also ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Avenue. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait at the black doors on Campbell Ave and call: 773-770-3799 and our staff will assist. \nPhoto by Moll Nye
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/irl-singles-mixer-at-dorothy/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,dating,networking-mixer
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