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SUMMARY:Stream-a-Thon for Trans Health
DESCRIPTION:Since 2022\, Mercury Stardust\, aka the Trans Handy Ma’am\, has mobilized tens of thousands of donors and raised more than $5 million through the annual Stream-a-Thon for Trans Health—the largest and longest-running fundraiser of its kind. \nIn 2026\, this loud\, joy-filled celebration of community care marks its fifth anniversary. Together\, we’re helping thousands of trans people access essential\, life-saving gender-affirming healthcare\, and proving the extraordinary impact that’s possible when community shows up for one another.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/stream-a-thon-for-trans-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,virtual
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Mental Health Policy and Legislation Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:This virtual town hall is hosted by Chicago Therapy Collective and Equality Illinois \nHear from community leaders and city & state officials on how they are working to ensure members of the LGBTQ+ community have access to affirming and affordable mental health care. \nAsk them questions and share what mental health care issues are most important to you. \nPanelists \nAlbe Gutierrez\, Bilingual Psychotherapist & Senior Operations Manager at Chicago Therapy Collective \nDr. Olusimbo Ige\, Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner \nRep. Lindsey LaPointe\, District 19 \nSen. Mike Simmons\, 7th District \nEquality Illinois Representative
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lgbtq-mental-health-policy-and-legislation-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:activism,education,panel-conversation,virtual,wellness
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SUMMARY:Statewide Network Meeting: Chicago Northside
DESCRIPTION:Get Informed. Connect with Neighbors. Make Your Voice Heard! A monthly meeting to learn about the issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community. \nJoin Chicago Therapy Collective and Equality Illinois for our monthly Statewide Network Meetings. These meetings are a chance for you to learn more about the issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community and opportunities for you to plug into the work being done by CTC\, Equality Illinois\, and/or other partner organizations. Meetings will be virtual and held monthly. Registration is required to receive meeting agenda and Zoom link.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/statewide-network-meeting-chicago-northside/
CATEGORIES:activism,education,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T173000
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SUMMARY:Chicago LGBTQ+ Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago LGBTQ+ Advisory Council will meet for a quarterly meeting. \nThe tentative agenda for the meeting is: \n\nCall to Order\nPublic Comment\nCommunity Connection: TBA\nDirector of LGBTQ+ Affairs Update\nMembership Committee Update\nAd Hoc Committees\nPublic Comment\nAdjourn\n\nMembers of the public are encouraged to give feedback on priorities and other agenda items during the designated times for public comment. \nPlease reach out to chi.lgbtq.advisory.council@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-lgbtq-advisory-council-meeting-2/
LOCATION:City Hall\, 121 N. LaSalle St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,virtual
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106
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SUMMARY:Together: A Queer Family Building Conference
DESCRIPTION:TOGETHER is a virtual conference created by and for queer parents\, queer parents-to-be\, and the professionals who support them.\nHosted by PregnantTogether\, this two-day event brings our community into conversation with the experts\, advocates\, and care providers who support people through every stage of queer family building.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/together-a-queer-family-building-conference/
CATEGORIES:conference,education,virtual,wellness,workshop
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SUMMARY:Chicago LGBTQ+ Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago LGBTQ+ Advisory Council will meet for a quarterly meeting. \nMembers of the public are encouraged to give feedback on priorities and other agenda items during the designated times for public comment. Please reach out to chi.lgbtq.advisory.council@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-lgbtq-advisory-council-meeting/
CATEGORIES:activism,education,virtual
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Illinois Congressional Delegation Forum
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the unique challenges and needs of LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV through conversations with members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation and insightful policy briefings on caregiving\, appropriations\, and Medicaid. \nPlease invite your legislator to attend the forum! Follow this link to write them (copy & paste into your browser): https://p2a.co/gepphyo or text FORUM to 40649
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/9th-annual-illinois-congressional-delegation-forum/
CATEGORIES:activism,education,virtual
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SUMMARY:Advocacy and Allyship with PFLAG Evanston (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join PFLAG Evanston to learn about PFLAG’s mission and how you can support members of the LGBTQ+ community and their families.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/advocacy-and-allyship-with-pflag-evanston-online/
CATEGORIES:support-group,virtual
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SUMMARY:History of LGBTQ+ Activism (Online)
DESCRIPTION:John D’Emilio\, Professor Emeritus of History\, Gender and Women’s Studies at UIC\, explores pivotal moments in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights\, highlighting the resilience and courage of activists who have shaped the modern LGBTQ+ movement. \nThis event is part of the Morton Grove Has Pride initiative celebrating our LGBTQIA2S+ community. Learn more about Morton Grove Pride and events taking place throughout the year at mortongrovepride.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/history-of-lgbtq-activism-online/
CATEGORIES:activism,education,virtual
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Fires of Pride: LGBTQ Pioneers From Across America Speak Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join a powerful conversation with bold queer trailblazers from America’s overlooked frontlines—Lawrence\, Champaign\, Chicago\, Boulder\, Boston\, and Northwestern. They’ll unpack the personal and political battles that defined their lives\, reflect on today’s urgent threats\, and chart a path forward by turning hard-won history into strategy for tomorrow’s resistance. \nThis is not nostalgia—it’s a call to action. Come to remember\, reckon\, and organize. Zoom information to follow. \nFeaturing: \nMaher Ahmad (Northwestern Gay Liberation)\, Albert Williams (Chicago Gay Liberation)\, John Bolin (Lawrence GLF)\, Jeff Graubart (Champaign GLF)\, Thom Nickels (Boston and Boulder GLF) \nFacilitated by: August Bernadicou (The LGBTQ History Project)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/forgotten-fires-of-pride-lgbtq-pioneers-from-across-america-speak/
CATEGORIES:pride,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T170000
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SUMMARY:Men's Bi/Queer Discussion Group (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a bi or queer AMAB or identifying male? Join like minded men and foster a sense of community. We will discuss topics facing our population and we meet up monthly. We look forward to seeing you there! \nHosted by Auggie and Gary \nBQAC Main is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nTopic: MENS BI/Queer DISCUSSION GROUP\nTime: 6pm-7:30pm CST\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81787851309\nMeeting ID: 817 8785 1309
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mens-bi-queer-discussion-group-online/
CATEGORIES:support-group,virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T120000
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SUMMARY:A DAY WITH TAYLOR: gathering to honor our friend
DESCRIPTION:UPDATES\n\nTaylor’s whereabouts are still unknown.\nThere is still a $10\,000 reward for information leading to Taylor being found.\nTaylor’s family has been working with a private investigator for the past six months.\nThe police in the Bahamas have not yet released Taylor’s phone or phone records.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/a-day-with-taylor-gathering-to-honor-our-friend/
CATEGORIES:support-group,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T083000
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SUMMARY:Congressman Quigley's LGBTQIA+ Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Please join Congressman Mike Quigley for a town hall focused on the Trump administration’s attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community. Rep. Quigley will be joined by Lambda Legal to provide an update on efforts to fight back and to take questions from attendees. \nDoors open at 8:30 am on Friday\, May 23\, 2025 at Center on Halsted\, 3656 N Halsted. The program will run from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. This event is free\, but pre-registration is required. As in years past\, please submit questions when registering. \nThis year’s event will be moderated by the Center on Halsted’s CEO Joli Robinson. Robinson and Rep. Quigley will be joined by a representative from Lambda Legal. \nSpace is limited\, and registrations will be capped to comply with fire marshal requirements\, so please register as soon as possible. We hope to see you there! \nA sign language interpreter will be available. \nThis event will be livestreamed.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/congressman-quigleys-lgbtqia-town-hall/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T230000
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SUMMARY:Belting for Life: A benefit concert for AIDS Foundation of Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Chicago’s favorite evening of big voices for a big cause\, returns with the 10th annual Belting for Life. For one night only on Monday\, May 19 at 7:30\, join Jeff award-winning director and HIV+ activist Christopher Pazdernik at SPACE to experience the beloved benefit concert. This year’s event will again be presented in support of AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC)\, with 100% of the proceeds being donated to the organization.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/belting-for-life-a-benefit-concert-for-aids-foundation-of-chicago/
LOCATION:Evanston SPACE\, 1245 Chicago Ave.\, Evanston\, IL\, 60202\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,concert-music,virtual
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