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SUMMARY:Planting Power and Perseverance: Partners in Dignity Soiree 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Partners in Dignity Soiree: Planting Power and Perseverance. Brave Space Alliance’s annual fundraiser and awards ceremony will feature a cocktail hour\, light bites\, an opportunity to meet pillars in Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community\, and impact-based inspiration during a fireside chat with our new CEO. \nOn a journey of collective power and future building\, we’ll reflect on the impact of the past year’s political turbulence and come together to strengthen our community for what is to come. \nTogether\, we’ll honor our Partners in Dignity Awardees—a few of the extraordinary individuals and partners who’ve helped make our achievements possible—and raise a glass as we toast to resilience\, unity\, and the exciting future we’re building together!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/planting-power-and-perseverance-partners-in-dignity-soiree-2026/
LOCATION:Venue West\, 221 N. Paulina St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
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SUMMARY:GRABBY Awards
DESCRIPTION:The annual GRABBYS Award Show highlighting top talent and performances in the gay erotic film industry will take place in Chicago on\nSaturday\, May 23rd. \nCelebrating its 27th anniversary\, the GRABBYS are excited to announce cohosts Chi Chi LaRue and returning again this year the incredible Morgan McMichaels from “RuPaulʼs Drag Race.” A new category is also being presented this year: Best Content Creator. \nAt www.GrabbyAwards.com\, nominations will launch on January 15th and run through February 15th. Voting for the award nominees will be open March 5th\, and run through April 2nd. Tickets will be available for purchase online at www.GrabbyAwards.com or by calling 773-707-2660 beginning April 15th. \nThis years host hotel will be The Wade located at 644 N. Lakeshore Drive with rates starting at $169+ Tax. www.AwardsShowHotel.com\nThe show will once again be held at the Metro Theater\, 3730 N. Clark Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. with The Red Carpet beginning at that time with the show starting promptly at 7 p.m. There will be a cash bar prior to and during the show. \nNumerous parties and events surround the GRABBYS and will be announced this spring.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/grabby-awards/
CATEGORIES:awards
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SUMMARY:Virginia Ramey Mollenkott Award Reception and Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQ Religious Archives Network is hosting a reception to honor Heather Rachelle White\, PhD\, this year’s recipient of its annual Virginia Ramey Mollenkott Award. White is being honored for her paper exploring the importance of the church parish hall—a space where the sacred and secular overlap—in facilitating the early LGBTQ rights movement. The Mollenkott Award is the only one of its kind that honors outstanding research and scholarship in LGBTQ religious history\, and this event coincides with the 25th anniversary of the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network. Enjoy food\, drinks and mingling at our reception followed by an interview and Q&A with White. This event is co-sponsored by Gerber Hart Library & Archives. Learn more about the Mollenkott Award\, our awardee and guest speakers at this event at https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org/vrm2026.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/virginia-ramey-mollenkott-award-reception-and-presentation/
LOCATION:Chicago Temple/First United Methodist Church\, 77 West Washington Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:awards,spiritual
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SUMMARY:Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Thursday\, November 6\, 2025\, at 5:30 PM at the Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark\, Chicago. Attendance is free to the public and pre-registration is requested.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-lgbt-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:awards,culture
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SUMMARY:Black Excellence Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:Mon\, Nov 03 | Black Ensemble Theater\nReception – 6:30pm (for Nominees and Their Guest) | Ceremony – 7:30pm \nThe Black Excellence Awards Ceremony\, presented annually by the Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago\, honors and celebrates Chicago theatre\, dance\, music\, film\, literary\, and visual Artists.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/black-excellence-awards-2025/
LOCATION:Black Ensemble Theater\, 4450 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pride Action Tank 10th Anniversary Kick Off & Awards: Moving from Stories of Resilience to Changing Systems
DESCRIPTION:About the Event \nPAT 10th Anniversary Kick Off & Awards: Moving from Stories of Resilience to Changing Systems \nOctober 16\, 2025 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. \nJenner & Block\, LLP \n353 N. Clark Street\, 45th Floor \nHosted by the Jenner & Block LGBTQ+ Forum \nEmcee: Cody LaGrow\, Emmy Award-winning journalist and national correspondent \nKeynote: Imani Rupert-Gordon\, President\, National Center for LGBTQ Rights \nContinental Breakfast. Registration required. A government issued ID must be shown at the security desk.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-action-tank-10th-anniversary-kick-off-awards-moving-from-stories-of-resilience-to-changing-systems/
LOCATION:Jenner & Block\, 353 N. Clark St.\, 45th Floor
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SUMMARY:The 2025 Esteem Award
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of celebration at 3349 N Halsted St where we honor individuals who have made a significant impact in their communities. The Esteem Awards recognize those who have shown outstanding dedication and commitment to serving others. This in-person event promises to be a memorable evening filled with inspiring stories\, heartfelt speeches\, and well-deserved recognition. Come dressed to impress and be prepared to be inspired by the incredible individuals being honored. Don’t miss out on this special occasion to celebrate and uplift those who are making a difference in the world!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-2025-esteem-award/
LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,awards
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