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SUMMARY:Ask Dr. V: Dating Edition
DESCRIPTION:Dr. V is bringing the therapy room to Dorothy! Join us for a night of laughs and tender moments in this “talk show style” format as Dr. V gets real about the world of queer dating. \nCombining their expertise in LGBTQ+ health\, astrology\, and depth psychology\, Dr. V is turning up the mic to normalize your plights\, serve tea\, and provide a space for our community to grapple with the realities of intimacy in 2025. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions\, get some love\, and snag a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of a queer psychotherapist. \nDoors at 6pm with a one hour happy hour until our show begins at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nTickets are $12 in advance and $17 at the door.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/ask-dr-v-dating-edition/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Against the Current: Parthenogenesis and Nontraditional Reproduction in the Deep
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the wild world of shark genetics with Kevin Feldheim\, the A. Watson III Manager of the Pritzker Laboratory for Molecular Systematics and Evolution at the Field Museum. Since 2001\, Kevin has been unraveling the mysteries of shark mating systems and population dynamics through cutting-edge genetic research. His latest deep-sea adventure? Exploring the fascinating phenomenon of parthenogenesis—a form of asexual reproduction—in sharks and rays. Partnering with aquariums around the country\, he’s investigating how this rare reproductive strategy could shape the future of conservation efforts for these awe-inspiring creatures. Kevin holds degrees from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/against-the-current-parthenogenesis-and-nontraditional-reproduction-in-the-deep/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Bridging The Divide: Art\, Healing\, & Community Support with Trikone
DESCRIPTION:How can art serve as a tool for healing in queer communities? What roles have pop culture\, drag\, music\, writing\, and other creative expressions played in helping queer individuals embrace and understand their identities? How can parents\, families\, friends\, and communities show meaningful solidarity by supporting queer people and their artistic expressions? \nModerated by Music Therapist Akash Bhatia\, this panel brings together artists\, community organizers\, family members\, and allies to explore the transformative power of art in South Asian queer communities. Together\, they will reflect on how creative expression fosters healing\, connection\, and resistance—and how collective support can strengthen queer liberation and joy. Following the community conversation\, a short reception with snacks and refreshments. Presented in partnership with Desi Rainbow and Trikone Chicago.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bridging-the-divide-art-healing-community-support/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 S Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation,wellness
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SUMMARY:Pride & Power: A Celebration of Legacy\, Voice\, and Visibility
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an electrifying afternoon honoring the individuals whose courage\, conviction\, and brilliance have reshaped the narrative of LGBTQ+ rights and representation. \nWe are proud to welcome back three of the most influential and inspiring voices of our time. Mark Segal\, pioneering activist since the Stonewall uprising and founder of the Philadelphia Gay News\, brings decades of frontline advocacy and historic leadership. \nTracy Baim\, Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame inductee and longtime journalist\, joins the conversation with her groundbreaking work and transformative vision as former publisher of the Chicago Reader—a leader whose impact continues to shape national media and LGBTQ+ visibility. \nWe are also honored to feature Laura Washington\, Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame inductee\, Chicago Tribune columnist and ABC 7-Chicago political analyst\, whose fearless commentary and decades of influence have elevated civic dialogue and advanced justice across communities. \nModerating the discussion is Denise Foy\, fellow Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame inductee and Illinois Holocaust Museum Trustee\, whose thoughtful guidance will illuminate the struggles\, triumphs\, and future of LGBTQ+ liberation. \nFrom personal stories to political awakenings\, from protest to progress\, this timely program celebrates the enduring power of visibility and voice—and reminds us all what it means to stand proudly in the fight for freedom.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-power-a-celebration-of-legacy-voice-and-visibility/
LOCATION:Illinois Holocaust Museum\, 9603 Woods Drive\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation,pride
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SUMMARY:Queer Elder History Panel with Gerber/Hart Library & Archives
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our third annual Queer Elder History Panel with Gerber/Hart and their Intergenerational Dialogue Project!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-elder-history-panel-with-gerber-hart-library-archives/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Malenesss Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Malenesss Health & Wellness Summit—a transformative event dedicated to empowering Black #Gay\, #Bisexual\, and #Transgender men through health\, wellness\, and holistic well-being. \n📅 Date: Sunday 22nd June\, 2025\n📍 Location: Joe’s Bar\, 940 Weeds ST.\nChicago\, IL\, 60642\n⏰Time: 11:30 am – 6:30 pm\n🎟️ Register For Free: https://malenesss.org/registration/ \nThis summit brings together top health experts\, wellness coaches\, and thought leaders to discuss key issues.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/malenesss-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Joe’s On Weed St.\, 940 Weed St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
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