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SUMMARY:Celebrate Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month and honor the enduring legacy of Black leaders whose lives and work continue to shape our nation. We will remember the contributions of influential figures born in February – Langston Hughes\, Rosa Parks\, Nina Simone\, and Frederick Douglass -whose voices and actions remain powerful sources of inspiration. \nWe are honored to welcome The Honorable Illinois State Senator Mike Simmons\, who will offer remarks during this special program. Please join us on February 1\, 2026\, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (remarks at 12:00 noon) at the International Servant Leaders Museum in Morton Grove\, 9233 Shermer Road. This event is proudly sponsored by the International Servant Leaders Museum and co-sponsored by Morton Grove Pride and Vision Morton Grove. It is open to all.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/celebrate-black-history-month/
LOCATION:International Servant Leaders Museum\, 9233 Shermer Road\, Morton Grove\, IL\, 60053\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,education,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:Perfect Mash
DESCRIPTION:Perfect Mash is a dating show where audience members vie to win a date with one (or two… or three…) of three sexy contestants. Each contestant is hand-selected by our Mother Potato\, Katie\, and publicized beforehand on social media for everyone’s viewing pleasure. At the show\, audience members can take a low-key\, fun compatibility quiz for whoever catches their eye. If you score in the top two\, you’ll head up on stage to answer questions from your potential Perfect Mash. Each contestant then chooses who they want to go on a date with based on their favorite response.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/perfect-mash/
LOCATION:Cole’s Bar
CATEGORIES:dating,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:Mending Party presented by BIYA BIYA Productions at Eli Tea Bar
DESCRIPTION:Ripped your favorite top? Thick thighs wearing out your jeans? Join BIYA BIYA at Eli Tea Bar for a Mending Party! Bring your clothes that need a little love to learn how to mend them! Extending the life of our clothes keeps them out of the 92 million tons of annual textile waste produced globally. \nWe will go through a brief overview of mending history and discuss different mending techniques. The rest of the time will be an opportunity for you to work on your project with the help of the facilitator and tutorial resources. \nSome things you can bring to mend are:\nJeans\, sweaters\, socks\, tights\, t-shirts\, tote bags\, etc. \nAll levels are welcome! Supplies will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own (i.e. needle\, thread\, scissors\, yarn\, fabrics). And definitely bring your item to mend! \nSliding scale tickets $15 – $20.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mending-party-presented-by-biya-biya-productions-at-eli-tea-bar/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,wellness,workshop
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SUMMARY:Pitch and Pair: Pitch your friend to a crowd of singles (Valentines Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Pitch & Pair at The Comedy Bar \nFriends pitch their single besties with a 3–5 minute slide deck to a room full of singles. Watch\, mingle\, and connect in real life. \nTickets\n$33-46 Attend: Watch the pitches (no pitching).\n$76 to Pitch: Includes a 3–5 min pitch slot + 2 entry tickets.\nPitch spots are sold only from the waitlist at pitchandpairnyc.com. \nEvent Details\nThe Comedy Bar – 162 E Superior St\, Chicago\, IL 60611\n6:30–9:00pm • 21+ \nHow It Works\nPresent your friend with a slide deck (3–5 mins)\, followed by brief Q&A.\nPresenters share their friend’s contact (e.g.\, Instagram) on the final slide.\nAfter the show: mingle and connect. \nWhy Pitch & Pair?\nA fun\, interactive alternative to dating apps\, real people\, real energy\, real connections. \nAs Seen On: ABC\, NBC\, CBS\, Today Show\, Good Morning America\, VICE\, New York Post\, Cosmopolitan\, Glamour\, Time Out. \nTestimonials\n“Ingenious idea perfectly executed.” — Alex R.\, NYC\n“I got 3 dates from my friend’s pitch.” — Doug\, NYC \nFAQs\nAnyone 21+ can attend.\nYou don’t have to pitch to come.\nJoin the waitlist at pitchandpairnyc.com for a pitch spot.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pitch-and-pair-pitch-your-friend-to-a-crowd-of-singles-valentines-edition/
LOCATION:The Comedy Bar – 162 E Superior St\, Chicago\, IL 60611\, 162 E Superior St\, Chicago\, IL 60611
CATEGORIES:dating,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:The Black Arts Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago (BACA) announces a free Town Hall Discussion: Chicago’s Black Arts Organizations…What We Can Do on Monday\, February 9\, 2026\, from 7-9pm at Black Ensemble Theater\, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago. The event is presented in association with Goodman Theatre’s 100 Free Acts of Theatre. The discussion\, followed by a light reception\, is free and open to the public. Reservations are required at bacachi.org/events-programs. \nModerated by Amina Dickerson\, Chicago professionals\, representing the spectrum of artistic disciplines\, including theatre\, dance\, music\, film\, visual and literary arts\, will be on hand to remind us of the richness and national renown of Chicago’s artistic organizations. They will also discuss the pressing challenges faced by Black arts organizations\, artists\, and arts groups\, notably in funding\, audience support\, stewardship and development of talent pipelines. \nAs moderator\, Dickerson will call upon her 35-year career\, with senior leadership roles in the non-profit\, arts\, corporate and philanthropy sectors to guide the discussion of the role and current status of Black arts. She will be joined by a distinguished panel that includes award winning female vocalist Lucy Smith; musician Shawn Wallace; theatre director Ron OJ Parson; visual artists and gallery owners Andre and Francis Guichard\, Emmy nominee and founder of Black Film Magazine Creative Cypher Troy Pryor; and Joel Hall Dancers & Center Executive Director Joseph Pindelski. \nAs national funding for the arts\, especially the minority arts\, is being reduced\, demeaned\, ignored\, and almost erased\, and following BACA’s mission and purpose\, “to increase interaction\, communication and development of black arts organizations and artists\, while delivering programs that increase their visibility\, marketability\, stability\, and sustainability\,” Town Halls and Panel Discussions\, like this one\, support Chicago’s arts organizations\, and in turn\, our artists.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-black-arts-town-hall/
LOCATION:Black Ensemble Theater\, 4450 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:art-gallery,education,networking-mixer,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating with Folkmade Cookies at EcoShip!
DESCRIPTION:Learn to decorate four Valentine themed sugar cookie designs with step-by-step instructions at a local non for profit! This class is BYOB – so grab a drink and let’s decorate! \nFolkmade Cookies is a queer\, woman owned custom cookie business. Ashley uses homemade vanilla and fresh farm eggs to make delicious cookies topped with royal icing that bring your event to the next level. \nEcoShip is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that collects shipping materials from Chicagoland communities and distributes them to businesses and individuals for reuse. I receive all of my paper from them to fill custom cookie boxes!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/cookie-decorating-with-folkmade-cookies-at-ecoship/
LOCATION:EcoShip\, 1947 W. Chicago Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culinary,networking-mixer,workshop
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SUMMARY:T4T Valentine's Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join Transmasc Society and tboysofchicago for our first ever T4T mixer!! Open to all who are Trans/GNC identifying. Meet friends\, lovers\, and more. Wristbands provided. Blue=Looking for friends White= Open to anything Pink= Looking for love \nWanna keep up with TMS? Follow us @transmascsociety to keep up on announcements and events! (By attending TMS events\, you consent to photos being taken and used for social media promotion; please let a leader know if you prefer to not by photographed or use your own discretion)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/t4t-valentines-mixer/
LOCATION:Big Mini Putt Club\, 3655 N Halsted St\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dating,games-trivia,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:The Outsiders with Chicago House
DESCRIPTION:Join Chicago House at “The Outsiders” for an exclusive experience. Mingle with fellow theater lovers and connect with our leadership team to learn about the exciting work happening at Chicago House. We only have a limited number of tickets available for the February 18th performance so don’t wait on this chance to immerse yourself in this classic exploration of loyalty\, empathy\, and self-discovery!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-outsiders-with-chicago-house/
LOCATION:Cadillace Palace Theatre\, 151 W Randolph Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join Uptown United and the local business\, non-profit\, and cultural organizations on Argyle Street in 2026 as we continue the annual tradition going back 40+ years of celebrating the Lunar New Year along the Argyle commercial corridor in Uptown! To welcome the Year of the Horse\, we’ll be hosting the Lunar New Year Parade on Saturday February 21st (kick-off at 1:00pm sharp at Argyle & Sheridan) featuring 20+ local community groups\, cultural institutions\, dancers and performers! In addition\, a number of local organizations are planning pop-ups with family-friendly activities between 10:30am-4:00pm.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/argyle-lunar-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Argyle & Sheridan\, Argyle & Sheridan\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,festival,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:Pitch Your Peeps
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.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pitch-your-peeps-3/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:dating,networking-mixer
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SUMMARY:Transmasc Society February Bar Takeover
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 3rd installment of Tboy Bar Takeover at The North End ‼️ We will be taking over North End from 7-10pm. Play some pool\, shoot some darts\, watch some sports\, and meet community of new guys! \nWanna keep up with TMS? Follow us @transmascsociety to keep up on announcements and events! (By attending TMS events\, you consent to photos being taken and used for social media promotion; please let a leader know if you prefer to not by photographed or use your own discretion)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transmasc-society-february-bar-takeover/
LOCATION:The North End\, 3733 N Halsted St\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:games-trivia,networking-mixer,sports-recreation
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