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SUMMARY:Chicago's Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield @Warren
DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield weaves together the words and music of two of Chicago’s greatest treasures: Pulitzer Prize winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks and “Gentle Genius” singer/songwriter Curtis Mayfield. \nTheir words and music are as powerful and relevant today as when they were written years ago. Their works were used as tools to rally folks to peacefully engage in community action and celebration. Chicago’s Soul is co-produced and narrated by journalist\, Cheryl Corley\, and features a stellar band lead by singer/songwriter Lucy Smith. https://lucysmithjazz.com/
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SUMMARY:‘Reading Came First’ Book Club (Mttg. #9): Invisible Life by E. Lynn Harris
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview \n“Reading Came First” is a unique book club program launched by the RAPBRARY in partnership with The Closet Unlocked and Nobody’s Darling Bar. This program aims to celebrate and amplify literature by Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ authors globally. It offers a platform for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue\, connect with the community\, and explore the richness of Black LGBTQIA+ experiences. The book club will meet monthly\, with book selections rotating every other month to allow ample time for reading\, reflection\, and discussion. \nBook Club Meeting #5 Details: \nOur next meeting will take place on Sunday\, August 17th\, 2025 at 3:30PM\, with a special discussion around our selected text and curated cocktails.\nBook #5: Invisible Life by E. Lynn Harris \nBook Discount Codes:\nWomen & Children’s First Bookstore: DARLING (10% off) \nSpecial Features:\nThemed drink mixes curated for each book selection
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reading-came-first-book-club-mttg-9-invisible-life-by-e-lynn-harris/
LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry
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SUMMARY:Reading Outside Straight Lines: Queer Voices. Bold Stories.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual evening at Skeleton Key Brewery for a collection of book readings.\nAll readings will feature either LGBTQ+ authors or stories. All tickets include one drink ticket. Event is 21+ years old. \n📍Skeleton Key Brewery\, 8102 Lemont Rd. Unit 300\, Woodridge\, IL 60517
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reading-outside-straight-lines-queer-voices-bold-stories/
LOCATION:Skeleton Key Brewery\, 8102 Lemont Rd. Unit 300\, Woodridge\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Faith Within & Beyond the Church
DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore new ways to connect with our faith\, both inside and outside traditional church settings!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reimagining-faith-within-beyond-the-church/
LOCATION:Center on Cottage Grove\, 6323 S Cottage Grove Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,spiritual
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