BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Chicago Social Butterflies - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Chicago Social Butterflies
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260523T063525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T063525Z
UID:10003291-1780336800-1780340400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Where to Go For Queer Health Resources
DESCRIPTION:Join Scout Bratt\, Chicago Women’s Health Center’s Executive Director for a discussion on queer-inclusive\, gender-expansive health care. This workshop will explore how to identify affirming care providers and steps for self-advocacy in the health care setting. Bring your questions and your experiences to this collaborative conversation! \nThis program is presented in partnership with the Rainbow Committee and Chicago Women’s Health Center.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/where-to-go-for-queer-health-resources/
LOCATION:Bucktown-Wicker Park Branch of Chicago Public Library\, 1701 N. Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cpl.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T183000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260523T002001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T002001Z
UID:10003318-1780421400-1780425000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Justice Town Hall Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and timely Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event in honor of Pride Month. This timely program will bring together attorneys\, elected officials\, and community leaders to examine the current landscape of LGBTQIA+ rights and civil rights advocacy through an engaging town hall discussion. Panelists will explore key issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community\, including access to justice\, recent legal and policy developments\, and the role of legal professionals in advancing equity and inclusion. Attendees will gain insight into effective advocacy strategies and ways to support meaningful\, community-driven change. \nThis CLE is FREE for active members of the Cook County Bar Association (CCBA)\, LAGBAC – Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association\, the Alliance of Illinois Judges (AIJ)\, the Chicago Bar Association (CBA). Non-Members are $35.00.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lgbtq-justice-town-hall-forum/
LOCATION:Hinshaw and Culbertson\, 151 N. Franklin St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,education,legal,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cle.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T143000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260524T173232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T173300Z
UID:10003337-1781096400-1781101800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:"Brokeback Mountain" Talkback
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, June 10 after the 1 p.m. performance of Brokeback Mountain\, Chicago Shakespeare theater will host a post-show discussion on LGBTQIA+ experiences of health and history as part of the national Seven Days in June campaign to ensure “Health is Primary.” Marking the 45th anniversary of the first known case of what became HIV/AIDS\, the panel will be moderated by journalist and community leader Tracy Baim\, co-founder of Windy City Times and executive director of Press Forward Chicago. Panelists will be HIV/AIDS advocate Jeff Berry\, executive director and co-founder of The Reunion Project; Keith R. Green\, executive director of the Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus; and Kim L. Hunt\, executive director of Pride Action Tank\, a project of AIDS Foundation Chicago\, where she also serves as the vice president of special projects and innovation. \nUse promo code 7DAYS for 20% off tickets to Brokeback Mountain on Wednesday\, June 10 at 1pm.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/brokeback-mountain-talkback/
LOCATION:Chicago Shakespeare Theater\, 800 E. Grand Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:panel-conversation,theater-performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/panel-scaled.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260522T023531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T075758Z
UID:10003216-1781204400-1781209800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:4th Annual Queer Elder History Panel
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dialogue Project\, Gerber/Hart Library & Archives and Dorothy Downstairs are partnering to bring the younger and older generations together in dialogue about queerness over time. \nJoin us for a panel discussion with Betty Akins\, Jay Myers\, Jocye Fernandes\, and Norma Seledon\, four incredible LGBTQ+ elders\, moderated by Dialogue Project co-founder Karen Morris and hosted by Gerber/Hart volunteer Kaitlyn Griffith. \nThe panel will be accompanied by a pop-up display of materials from Gerber/Hart’s LGBTQ+ library & archives and followed by Q&A & mingling. Celebrate Pride in community with our elders at Dorothy! \nDoors at 6pm and our panel kicks off at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nTickets are priced on a sliding scale of $15\, $20 and $25 and proceeds are shared with our panelists\, Gerber/Hart and our lounge. If tickets are available\, they will be $25 at the door. \nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical 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
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/4th-annual-queer-elder-history-panel/
LOCATION:Dorothy Downstairs\, 2500 West Chicago Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,networking-mixer,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Queer-Elder-History-Panel-2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260524T173514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T173538Z
UID:10002927-1781204400-1781209800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk: There's Only One Sin in Hollywood by Rasheed Newson
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Call & Response Books as we welcome TV writer\, producer\, and novelist Rasheed Newson in celebration of his newest novel “There’s Only One Sin in Hollywood!” \nOn Thursday\, June 11\, we’ll be welcoming Rasheed Newson for a discussion of his newest novel\, “There’s Only One Sin in Hollywood\,” a sharp-witted and cinematic novel following a backlot fixer’s investigation into the suspicious death of a closeted Black actor\, set against the backdrop of glamorous Hollywood. \nRasheed will be joined in conversation with Michael LaBorn\, founder of Left Unread Books. \nQ&A and book signing will follow discussion.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/book-talk-theres-only-one-sin-in-hollywood-by-rasheed-newson/
LOCATION:Call & Response Books\, 1390 East Hyde Park Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/6.11_CallAndResponse-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260523T160615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T162050Z
UID:10003292-1781262000-1781265600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Where to go for Queer Aging Resources
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation with Center on Halsted on where to go for queer aging resources. This workshop will focus on housing resources\, recreation centers and other resources for queer seniors. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the Rainbow Committee and The Center on Halsted. \nFor Seniors.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/where-to-go-for-queer-aging-resources/
LOCATION:West Pullman Branch of Chicago Public Library\, 830 W. 119th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60643\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation,resources,support-group,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/pexels-kampus-8790800-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260522T033103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T033103Z
UID:10003072-1781289000-1781298000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:The Podcast Salon featuring Red for Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to The Podcast Salon – an immersive\, curated listening experience where podcast discovery meets the culture. \nWhether you are a podcast super listener\, a creator looking to network\, or just someone ready to find out what the podcast hype is all about—pull up! \nIn this edition\, we are honored to feature Jana Naomi Smith\, creator/writer/director of the two-time Ambie award-winning podcast Red for Revolution. Jana will sit down with Chicago’s own award-winning host and producer\, Anna DeShawn.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-podcast-salon-featuring-red-for-revolution/
LOCATION:Sisters in Cinema Media Arts Center\, 2310 E. 75th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60649\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,networking-mixer,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Qube-Podcast-Salon-16x9-Thumbnail-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260522T031210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T031210Z
UID:10003170-1781550000-1781555400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:The Lesbian Bar Chronicles: Book Launch Party & Community Story Share
DESCRIPTION:Author Rachel Karp is in the house sharing her book The Lesbian Bar Chronicles along with your own stories of sapphic space experiences. \nPresented by Cruising Podcast and Jude’s Books\, The Lesbian Bar Chronicles is made up of stories from 38 lesbian bar communities across the country. What better way to send it out into the world than by gathering to share some of our own? \nDon’t miss as author Rachel Karp shares parts of the book\, along with stories from the Dorothy community\, followed by book signing and casual conversation! Copies of the book will be sold on sight by Jude’s Books or you can add on a pre-purchased copy with your free RSVP to this event. Please note: book purchases are non-refundable. \nHave a story you’d like to share? Submit it here. \nDoors at 6pm and our event will kick off 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 on the window and call our staff to assist: 773-770-3799 \n————- \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nRachel Karp is a writer and producer who has worked across podcasts\, TV\, film\, theater\, and digital media. The co-creator and producer of the award-winning documentary podcast Cruising\, she has also supported series for LinkedIn News\, Paramount+\, A&E\, and Oxygen. She holds a bachelor’s degree in theater and English from Skidmore College. She lives in Brooklyn with her wife\, Jen\, in their home that has lovingly been dubbed “the home for wayward gays” by the multitude of queer friends and family members who have stayed there over the years.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-lesbian-bar-chronicles-book-launch-party-community-story-share/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bar.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260524T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T181642Z
UID:10003314-1781609400-1781616600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Rory O'Neill at the American Writers Museum
DESCRIPTION:Rory O’Neill ‘Queen of Ireland’ talks about LGBTQ+ Identity in Irish Literature from Joyce to Tóibín \nThe Consulate General of Ireland\, Chicago and the American Writers Museum invite you to an event with writer\, entertainer\, drag queen\, activist and ‘Queen of Ireland’ Rory O’Neill\, also known as Panti Bliss. \nJoin us as we celebrate Bloomsday – the global celebration of Irish writer James Joyce that commemorates the events of his 1922 masterpiece\, Ulysses. \nThis literary event will take us on an alternative exploration of Joyce’s work which sparkles with a few characters who can be considered part of the queer spectrum\, through to the LGBTQ+ writers and literature of today. It will traverse the path to the equality and inclusion that exists in today’s modern Ireland\, vastly different from a century ago. \nIn conversation with Carey Cranston\, President of American Writers Museum Rory O’Neill will also discuss his own memoir ‘Women in the Making’ and his part in the campaign for marriage equality in Ireland in 2015. \nA light lunch will be served.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/rory-oneill-at-the-american-writers-museum/
LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/rory.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260524T185758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T185848Z
UID:10003235-1781614800-1781618400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Flag in the Map with Putnam County Public Library District
DESCRIPTION:Flag in the Map is a remarkable collection of photographs and stories celebrating the Rainbow Flag’s universal power to inspire LGBTQ+ individuals\, particularly in countries where their existence is under threat. This PBS screening explores the exhibition honoring the iconic flag created by Gilbert Baker and features a recorded conversation with Charley Beal\, President of the Gilbert Baker Foundation\, and American activist Cleve Jones. \nThe program is free and open to the public. It is approximately 56 minutes and not rated.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/flag-in-the-map-with-putnam-county-public-library-district/
LOCATION:Granville Library Branch\, 214 S. McCoy St.\, Granville\, IL\, 61326-9332\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation,pride
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/map.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T112849
CREATED:20260523T073247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T073247Z
UID:10003298-1782324000-1782327600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com
SUMMARY:Growing Up Trans: Ask Me Anything
DESCRIPTION:Are you a transgender or questioning teen looking for some insight on growing up trans? Do you want to learn more about the trans experience? Come ask our panel of transgender adults any questions you have about life\, love\, health\, or work. \nPresented by the Rainbow Committee. \nFor teens 14 to 18
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/growing-up-trans-ask-me-anything/
LOCATION:Sulzer Regional\, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,panel-conversation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Transgender_Pride_flag.svg.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR