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SUMMARY:THE WAY A BODY GLOWS: New Work by Jessie Mott (OPENING RECEPTION June 4)
DESCRIPTION:THE WAY A BODY GLOWS: New Work by Chicago artist Jessie Mott\nJoin us on Thursday\, June 4th from 6pm-8pm for the opening of The Way a Body Glows\, a new exhibition by Jessie Mott\, curated by Vasia Rigou. \nWhere: Chicago Athletic Association: 12 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60603\nWhen: JUNE 4 from 6-8PM OPENING RECEPTION and Jessie’s New Work will be up THROUGHOUT the PRIDE Month of June! \nhttps://www.hyattexperiences.com/unbound-collection/chiub#!/e/the-way-a-body-glows-opening-reception-19a084ad/ \nCelebrate the opening of Jessie Mott’s new art exhibition\, The Way a Body Glows\, which will be on view in our 2nd floor display cases June 2nd through July 31st. Join us for an opportunity to meet the artist and curator while enjoying complimentary refreshments at the North Fireplace in the Drawing Room. \nAbout the Exhibition\nJessie Mott’s creatures rarely arrive as one thing. They slip between animal\, spirit\, portrait\, apparition\, and self. In The Way a Body Glows\, Mott presents four large-scale drawings that bring these hybrid beings into a nocturnal world of washy skies\, saturated color\, and charged intimacy. \nIntertwined forms\, impossibly long limbs\, an insect-like femme figure\, and a close-up portrait of a dik-dik-inspired creature appear as proud\, radiant presences. They are strange but tender\, fantastical but familiar\, fierce without losing their softness. In Mott’s hands\, the body becomes a site of invention: stretched\, winged\, scaled\, luminous\, and defiantly alive. \nThese new works extend the artist’s long-standing interest in the unstable borders between human and animal\, desire and vulnerability\, power and play. Here\, queerness is not treated as a theme to be decoded\, but as a force of transformation—one that reshapes bodies\, kinships\, and ways of being seen. These beings do not ask permission to exist. They hold the room with color\, humor\, elegance\, and unmistakable presence. \nAbout the Artist and Curator\nJessie Mott is a visual artist based in Chicago. Using an array of media such as painting\, drawing\, and animation\, she gives life to creatures that negotiate permeable boundaries. Mott’s work has been exhibited widely\, most recently at Goldfinch Gallery in Chicago\, and with Diane Christiansen at Hawthorn Contemporary in Milwaukee\, WI; with queer scholar and writer Chantal Nadeau at the Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago; and collaborative animations with artist and writer Steve Reinke\, including International Film Festival Rotterdam\, VIDEOEX International Experimental Film & Video Festival in Zürich and the Whitney Biennial in New York City. Mott has also participated in numerous art residencies\, group and solo shows throughout the United States and abroad. Mott received a B.S. from New York University and an MFA from the department of Art Theory & Practice at Northwestern University. She can be found online at jessiemott.com and on Instagram at @jessiemott. \nGreek-born Vasia Rigou is writer\, editor\, and curator exploring visual art\, culture\, architecture\, and design. She is the editor of Newcity\, Chicago’s leading culture publication\, and regularly contributes to Chicago Reader\, Artnet News\, and international magazines OnOffice and ICON. In her curatorial practice\, she explores themes of identity\, intimacy\, and belonging with exhibitions at the Chicago Artists Coalition—where she was awarded the HATCH curatorial residency—the Swedish American Museum\, the Design Museum of Chicago\, the Chicago Athletic Association\, the Museum of Danish America\, and other venues. Her traveling exhibition Lay Of(f) the Land is on view at the Ostrobothnian Museum in Finland before heading to Sweden in spring 2026. Her work can be found at rigouvasia.com and on Instagram @vasiarigou.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-way-a-body-glows-new-work-by-jessie-mott-opening-reception-june-4/
LOCATION:CHICAGO ATHELTIC ASSOCIATION\, 12 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T220000
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SUMMARY:Give it to me gay!
DESCRIPTION:Give It To Me Gay is a variety show\, celebrating queer art and joy through many forms of comedy and performance. Each show is different\, featuring 3 unique LGBTQIA+ acts and a performance by the Give It To Me Gay ensemble. This Pride\, we want to laugh\, celebrate\, and create space for queer voices to shine onstage. Join us for a night of community\, chaos\, and unforgettable performances.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/give-it-to-me-gay/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
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SUMMARY:Artemis Singers kicks off Chicago White Sox “Pride at the Park” ballgame June 10
DESCRIPTION:Artemis Singers\, Chicago’s Lesbian Feminist Chorus\, will kick off the Chicago White Sox “Pride at the Park” ballgame by singing the national anthem on Wednesday\, June 10. The team is celebrating Pride Month as they host the Atlanta Braves at 6:40 p.m. CDT at Rate Field\, 333 W 35th St.\, Chicago. Tickets available at whitesox.com
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/artemis-singers-kicks-off-chicago-white-sox-pride-at-the-park-ballgame-june-10/
LOCATION:Rate Field\, 333 W. 35th St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,sports-recreation
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SUMMARY:6311arts Presents May Exhibition\, Bringing Together Established Chicago Artists\, Emerging Student Voices\, and Inclusive Community Programming
DESCRIPTION:CHICAGO — This spring\, Edgewater community center 6311arts will present its May Exhibition\, a multi-faceted showcase running May 16 through July 4\, 2026\, with an opening reception on Saturday\, May 16 from 6–9 p.m. \nDesigned as both an exhibition and a gathering point for multiple strands of Chicago’s creative community\, the May Exhibition brings together work by established local artists\, emerging student makers\, and artists working within inclusive educational settings. \nQueue — Brad Gibbs\nThe center’s main gallery will feature Queue\, a presentation of works by Chicago artist Brad Gibbs\, whose mixed-media paintings combine abstraction\, layered texture\, and vivid figurative suggestion. \nArt on the Edge — Austin Special Chicago\nAlso featured is Art on the Edge\, a group presentation from Austin Special Chicago\, a program serving adults with developmental disabilities through arts-centered enrichment and community engagement. Five artists from the program\, working under the guidance of educator Edwige Massart\, will present work that underscores 6311arts’ commitment to accessibility\, expression\, and broad participation in the arts. \nAmerican Surrealism — DePaul Artist Coalition\nContinuing 6311arts’ investment in nurturing emerging local talent\, American Surrealism will present an end-of-year showcase by fifteen artists from the newly formed DePaul Artist Coalition\, a student-run organization dedicated to building community and visibility for young artists at a pivotal stage in their creative development. \nEntrance Installation — Piloto\nAnchoring the exhibition at the center’s entrance will be a life-size sculpture by Piloto\, whose sculptural practice merges mythic imagery\, found materials\, and social consciousness. Known throughout Chicago for creating works that speak to migration\, resilience\, and collective humanity\, Piloto approaches sculpture as a form of public conversation. \nTogether\, these presentations reflect 6311arts’ broader mission: to create an approachable\, neighborhood-centered venue where established artists\, young creatives\, and historically underrepresented voices can share space in meaningful dialogue. \nVisitors to the opening reception will have the opportunity to meet participating artists\, engage with a wide variety of media and perspectives\, and celebrate the ongoing growth of Chicago’s North Side arts community. \nOpening Reception\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\n6–9 p.m. \nExhibition Dates\nMay 16 – July 4\, 2026 \nLocation\n6311 N. Clark Street\, Chicago \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nFor more information:\nwww.6311arts.com\nInstagram: @6311arts
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/6311arts-presents-may-exhibition-bringing-together-established-chicago-artists-emerging-student-voices-and-inclusive-community-programming/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:6311arts\, 6311 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monthly Queer Swing Dance meets Second City Swingout
DESCRIPTION:This is a special pride month edition of the typically fourth Sunday Queer Swing Dance! This time it will be on the third Sunday and coincides with the national swing dance event put on by our hosts Traffic Jam Swing – Second City Swingout! Check out their website for a whole weekend of classes\, competitions and dancing to some of the best live bands Chicago has to offer! \nAs usual\, there will be a beginner lesson from 6-7\, and everyone is welcome! No experience or partner needed. We look forward to seeing you this month!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/monthly-queer-swing-dance-meets-second-city-swingout/
LOCATION:Traffic Jam Swing\, 4043 N Ravenswood Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,workshop-crafts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T203000
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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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T210000
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SUMMARY:Chicago Cubs Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The annual Pride Celebration at Wrigley Field will take place Monday\, June 15\, in support of the LGBTQ+ community. This vibrant event will feature local LGBTQ+ owned and friendly businesses at Gallagher Way\, curated music and entertainment\, festive fan activities\, an on-field recognition and more. Check this page closer to the event for a detailed activation list. \nTo participate\, fans are encouraged to purchase a ticket to the June 15 game through the Pride Celebration Special Ticket Offer which comes with a special-edition Cubs Pride jersey. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket offer purchased will benefit the Center on Halsted\, dedicated to advocacy and advancing the health and well-being of the LGBTQ+ community of Chicago and throughout the Midwest. Jerseys will be offered in sizes M\, XL and XXL\, and available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nTo purchase tickets for a group of 15 or more\, please contact Virginia Thayer at 773-404-4236 or vthayer@cubs.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-cubs-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Wrigley Field\, 1060 W. Addison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,outdoor,pride,sports-recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
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SUMMARY:Amplify Queer Joy!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chicago Playback Theatre for two evenings celebrating your true\, queer stories! Friday 6/12 @Center on Halsted\, Monday 6/15 @Flossmoor Public Library (FREE SHOW). \nThis pride month the Chicago Playback Theatre Ensemble is bringing queer joy to the forefront! We invite our queer community members and allies to join us and watch as we bring true stories of queer love\, laughter\, resilience\, connection\, and healing to life through the art of Playback Theatre- an interactive form of improvisational theatre centered around stories from the audience. Despite the trials and tribulations the queer community has and continues to face\, our joy shines through and thrives and we aim to amplify this joy through music\, improv and the power of community. \nWe strive to make our performances accessible to all. There is an elevator to the performance space. Chairs in the space are movable so we can make room for mobility devices. If you require specific accommodations such as sign language interpretation\, audio description\, or reserved seating for individuals with mobility challenges\, please email us at coartisticdirector@chicagoplayback.com at least 14 days prior to the event. This allows us ample time to make the necessary arrangements to ensure your experience is as seamless and enjoyable as possible.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/amplify-queer-joy-3/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
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SUMMARY:Jackalope Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\,” May 28 - July 6
DESCRIPTION:Jackalope Theatre Company is proud to present the world premiere of Andy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play\, written and directed by Terry Guest\, May 28 – July 6\, at the Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N Broadway St. \nAndy Warhol Presents: The Cocaine Play is set in New York City where Andy Warhol (no\, not that Andy Warhol) is stuck. He hasn’t finished a painting in years and has no new ideas. When a mysterious actress named Marilyn Monroe (no\, not that Marilyn Monroe) stumbles into his life\, she sends him down an epic path of madness\, murder\, betrayal and the desperate pursuit of fame\, sex and beauty. Andy Warhol presents: The Cocaine Play is a 100% fake story about 100% real people that spans three decades and asks how far one is willing to go for the chance at superstardom. \nThe performance schedule is Mondays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. with no Friday or Saturday evening performances on July 3 and July 4. Tickets are $15 – $45 with student and Edgewater resident discounts available. Subscription and single tickets are now available at JackalopeTheatre.org or call/text the box office at 773.340.2543.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jackalope-theatre-company-presents-world-premiere-of-andy-warhol-presents-the-cocaine-play-may-28-july-6-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Broadway Armory Park\, 5917 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T133000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
CREATED:20260523T220542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T220542Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Pride Party Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Pride party just for teens. Come to the Carnegie room to decorate cookies with different colored frosting to make pride flags. For those going into grades 6-12 (Ages 11-17).
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/teen-pride-party-springfield/
LOCATION:Lincoln Library\, 326 S. 7th St.\, Springfield\, IL\, 62701\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155428
CREATED:20260522T031857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T210307Z
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SUMMARY:Get The Scoop On Cat Health
DESCRIPTION:An ice cream social to support cat health studies.\nEnjoy sweet treats and learn how your support helps cats live healthier lives!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/get-the-scoop-on-cat-health/
LOCATION:WINDY CITY SWEETS\, 3308 N. Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T210000
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SUMMARY:Highwood Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Pride in the Park is Highwood’s celebration of love\, community\, and the beautiful diversity that makes this city one of a kind. Happening as a special theme night during the Evening Gourmet Market\, it’s a free\, family-friendly evening packed with food\, art\, live music\, and good people — all in the heart of Everts Park. \nCome as you are. Bring everyone you love. \nWHAT’S GOING ON\n🎵 DJ Versage\, sponsored by Giggles Play\nHighwood’s own DJ Versage is on the decks all night — high energy\, all hits\, the whole family welcome. \n🎨 Community Mural with The Art Center Highland Park\nPaint your piece of the puzzle. Literally. Each attendee adds to a collaborative mural that becomes next year’s official Pride in the Park poster.\n🪨 Pride Rocks Garden\nHosted by North Shore Civic Club — paint a custom rock that gets displayed right here in the community. \n💛 Friendship Bracelets & Rainbow Tattoos\nHosted by Yelp Chicago Suburbs\, plus pride-themed giveaways all night. \n🧩 Giant Yard Games\nConnect 4\, Jenga\, Twister — bring your competitive side. \n🎨 Free Activity Tables\nSomething for every age. \nSUPPORTING HIGHWOOD PRIDE \nLike all Celebrate Highwood events\, Pride in the Park gives back — with a portion of proceeds benefiting Highwood Pride and their mission to build a more inclusive\, affirming North Shore community. \nDETAILS\n📅 Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026\n🕟 4:30–9:00 PM\n📍 Everts Park | 111 North Ave.\, Highwood\, IL 60040\n🎟 Free admission\n🍽 Food & drinks available from Evening Gourmet Market vendors
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/highwood-pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Everts Park\, 111 North Ave.\, Highwood\, IL\, 60040\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,outdoor,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
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SUMMARY:Equality PAC Chicago Pride Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a reception in support of Equality PAC. Equality PAC’s mission is simple: to elect more openly LGBTQ persons and community allies to Congress; persons who will have a seat at the table\, impact the debate\, and humanize our community’s concerns. Now\, more than ever\, representation in Congress matters\, and we need your help. \nSpecial guests planning to attend include Ranking Member Mark Takano\, Congressman Ritchie Torres\, Congressman Eric Sorensen\, Congresswoman Julie Johnson. \nThe event is hosted by Matt & Turiya Luzadder. Please kindly RSVP to Katie Ernst (katie@lgbtequalitypac.org)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/equality-pac-chicago-pride-reception/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260523T074037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T074037Z
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SUMMARY:Third Wednesday: playOUT! Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Spilling the Tea is a vibrant chamber music experience presented by playOUT! that celebrates the intersection of LGBTQ+ Pride and Black musical traditions\, both honored in June. This program brings these parallel celebrations into an artistic dialogue\, centering the work of Black queer composers who are shaping a new classical canon. Featuring contemporary string quartet works by Damien Geter and Shelley Washington alongside a newly crafted medley of beloved anthems from both traditions\, Spilling the Tea explores themes of identity\, protest\, spiritual grounding\, visibility\, and joy. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, with donations gratefully accepted in support of continued cultural programming. \n— \nplayOUT! is a Chicago-based non-profit organization amplifying queer voices in classical music. Founded by cellist David Sands in 2018\, the movement began as storytelling performances highlighting queer composers and has grown into a dynamic movement in citizen artistry. Our mission is to celebrate LGBTQIA+ artistry in classical music and foster a cultural landscape where queer voices are heard and honored. We donate 25% of concert proceeds to organizations aligned with our values of equity\, inclusion\, and artistic empowerment\, including The People’s Music School\, Center on Halsted\, Allegrezza Singers\, and Sound Mind.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/third-wednesday-playout-chicago/
LOCATION:Driehaus Museum\, 50 E. Erie St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260610T220813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T220813Z
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SUMMARY:Spilling the Tea: Queer Composers You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Spilling the Tea is a vibrant chamber music experience presented by playOUT! that celebrates the intersection of LGBTQ+ Pride and Black musical traditions\, both honored in June. This program brings these parallel celebrations into an artistic dialogue\, centering the work of Black queer composers who are shaping a new classical canon. Featuring contemporary string quartet works by Damien Geter and Shelley Washington alongside a newly crafted medley of beloved anthems from both traditions\, Spilling the Tea explores themes of identity\, protest\, spiritual grounding\, visibility\, and joy. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, with donations gratefully accepted in support of continued cultural programming. \nplayOUT! is a Chicago-based non-profit organization amplifying queer voices in classical music. Founded by cellist David Sands in 2018\, the movement began as storytelling performances highlighting queer composers and has grown into a dynamic movement in citizen artistry. Our mission is to celebrate LGBTQIA+ artistry in classical music and foster a cultural landscape where queer voices are heard and honored. We donate 25% of concert proceeds to organizations aligned with our values of equity\, inclusion\, and artistic empowerment\, including The People’s Music School\, Center on Halsted\, Allegrezza Singers\, and Sound Mind. \nNotable milestones include a 2024 Chicago Symphony Center debut of a musical mosaic honoring the 1978 Pride Flag\, as well as concerts based around Black History and mental health. playOUT!’s performances are bold\, intentional\, and deeply human\, creating spaces where identity and artistry exist side by side.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/spilling-the-tea-queer-composers-you-should-know/
LOCATION:Driehaus Museum\, 50 E. Erie St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260521T153024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T153044Z
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SUMMARY:Elgin Pride Prime Network
DESCRIPTION:Join Elgin Pride for a vibrant and engaging happy hour specifically designed for LGBTQ+ individuals who are 50 years old and above. This informal gathering presents a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow LGBTQ+ people in our community\, fostering an environment that encourages camaraderie and support among peers. Whether you are looking to reconnect with old friends\, forge new relationships\, or simply enjoy the company of like-minded individuals from our generation\, this event is tailored to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. \nOur venue\, Eastside Cafe Coffee & Wine Bar\, has been selected for its inviting ambiance and comfortable seating arrangements\, featuring several cozy areas with sofas and coffee tables. This setup allows you to relax and enjoy your time while sipping on a variety of refreshments. During happy hour\, attendees can indulge in a selection of beverages\, including beer\, wine\, soda\, and coffee\, alongside an assortment of small bites available for purchase. The inviting environment not only enhances your experience but also encourages open dialogue and connection among participants. \nNo RSVP Required.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/elgin-pride-prime-network/
LOCATION:Eastside Cafe\, 311 Barrington Ave.\, Unit A\, East Dundee\, IL\, 60118\, United States
CATEGORIES:happy-hour,networking-mixer,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260524T181346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T013550Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Reception Supporting Precious Brady-Davis\, ft. Laverne Cox
DESCRIPTION:An evening with Precious Brady-Davis\, commissioner for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-reception-supporting-precious-brady-davis-ft-laverne-cox/
LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260526T032631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T032728Z
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SUMMARY:The Bi Wives Club comedy show - June 17th
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Chicago summer with the Bi Wives Club! We’ve got a stacked lineup of Chicago’s funniest comics! Not bi? No problem. Nobody’s wife? Even better. \nThe Bi Wives Club is a comedy showcase for all outsiders who hide in plain sight. Playful\, intimate\, and hilarious—audiences praise the show’s atmosphere\, community\, and humor. It’s both one of the funniest and most energizing shows in town. \nACCESSIBILITY NOTE: this show will include ASL interpretation! \nJoin us on June 17th as we welcome comics Caitlin Checkeroski\, Luis Arevalo\, Olivia May\, Delilah Orizabah\, Jules Radner\, and the Bi Wives themselves: Kris Lantzy\, Kayla McCaffery & Christen Manville.\nTickets are $12 in advance and $17 at the door. \nPress is invited to attend the performance\, Wednesday\, June 17th\, 7pm at Dorothy. Please contact thebiwivesclub@gmail.com for comps for press.\nDoors open at 6pm with a one-hour happy hour before the show at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm.\nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical or mobile ID for entry. Dorothy is ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait by the black door on Campbell Ave with the Dorothy logo in the window and call staff to assist at 773-770-3799\nPlease note: refund requests are only available until 24h before the event. No other refund requests will be honored.\nFollow the Bi Wives Club on Instagram at @theBiWivesClub to see full performer bios and future show announcements.\nABOUT THE COMEDIANS\nCaitlin Checkeroski is a Michigan bumpkin turned Chicago comic and now performs all over the country. She has participated in many prestigious comedy festivals including Altercation Fest\, 10\,000 Laughs and Limestone Comedy Festival. She recently headlined Zanies Chicago. \nDelilah Orizabah is a full-time therapist\, part-time standup\, and an on-call storyteller. You’ve seen her perform at The Future of Comedy Festival\, The Latina Comedy Festival\, Laugh Factory\, Lincoln Lodge\, The Den Theater and The Steppenwolf Theater. She’s a Scorpio sun; Capricorn Moon and Rising. \nJules Radner (she/her) is a sparkling cocktail of disabilities (though tragically not mixed with Malört) who spills on the funny ways able bodied people irk her. Her onstage chemistry is like no other- her stories will make you say “I’m sat”\, while regretting not having popcorn to throw back. She may bubble over\, but you will always have a cheerful time! \nLuis Arevalo is a Chicago comedian who started young and turned his stutter from a weakness to a strength. Once described as the “future voice of Gen Z\,” Luis’s material focuses on being emotionally correct rather than politically correct. He has performed all across the country in clubs and venues like Go Bananas\, Haha Comedy Club\, Laugh Factory\, and has also done comedy festivals such as Beast Village and Floodwater. Luis has opened up for comedians such as René Vacas\, Ken Flores\, Chris Redd\, and Geoff Tate. You can find his special on Lmao Fans (Onlyfans) \nOlivia May is a Chicago comic by way of Charlotte\, NC. She used to work in finance and is now a receptionist and chasing her comedy dreams.\nThe comedian producers of the Bi Wives Club are three bi wives (not to each other) who perform\, celebrate\, and promote joke-dense\, authentic comedy. KRIS LANTZY is a queer comic and hot mom tackling alllll ‘the issues’ through her playful comedic lens\, like what to do when everyone thinks your wife is your sister? CHRISTEN MANVILLE has an unmatched ability to inhabit discordant perspectives with ease. She is the ideal date for an X-rated experimental puppet show and your grandmother’s 80th birthday party. KAYLA MCCAFFREY is an actor\, comedian\, and improvisor as well as a newlywed wife\, inner child nurturer\, and vegan dog mom. Kayla jumps between her too-many roles with ease and throws her whole heart into everything she does.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-bi-wives-club-comedy-show-june-17th/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260524T174124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T013759Z
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SUMMARY:WELCOME HOME: A Celebration of Queer Street Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate and learn House dance\, Vogue\, and W(h)aacking–Live DJ\, dancing\, performances\, audience participation\, and a party! \nJoin us to celebrate and learn House dance\, Vogue\, and W(h)aacking – three Black\, queer dance forms and cultures that are as uniquely colorful as they are impactful! This event features a live DJ\, dance workshops and performances\, audience participation\, a soul train line\, and a party. Be inspired\, be free\, and be your most authentic self while you move and groove your body!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/welcome-home-a-celebration-of-queer-street-dance/
LOCATION:Union Park\, 1501 W. Randolph St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,workshop-crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260416T051740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T051740Z
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SUMMARY:Morton Grove: Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Morton Grove’s PRIDE in the Park\, hosted by Morton Grove Park District. All are welcome to this all-ages event & admission is free. There will be food vendors\, entertainment\, kids activities\, tables for local groups/organizations with information and give-aways\, and more! The entertainment will include: A performance by Kelsey Montanez\, who has been described as one of Chicago’s best kept secrets. Her potent blend of blues\, pop\, and psychedelia has captured a devoted fanbase; and line dancing with the Second City Outlaws\, a Country Dancing Performing Group that is open and inclusive to all. Their performances include teaching fun and easy line dance lessons. \nIn case of bad weather on June 18th\, the event will be held on Thursday\, June 25th\, 5-8 pm. \nThis event is part of the Morton Grove Has Pride initiative celebrating our LGBTQ+ community. This initiative is the result of a working coalition of Morton Grove Pride\, Morton Grove Park District\, Morton Grove Public Library\, the Village of Morton Grove\, and Maine and Niles Townships. Learn more about Morton Grove Pride and events taking place throughout the year or sign up for updates at mortongrovepride.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/morton-grove-pride-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Harrer Park (north end)\, 6250 Dempster St\, Morton Grove\, IL\, 60053\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260523T072330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T072910Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Letters to America
DESCRIPTION:Letters to America is a citywide letter-writing project to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. Chicagoans are invited to reflect on their lives\, communities and experiences in Chicago and how those stories connect to a broader American story. Queer Letters to America seeks to preserve the perspectives of LGBTQ+ Chicagoans specifically at a moment of historical upheaval and to resist their erasure from the historical record. \nThe letters collected during this program will become part of a permanent archival collection at Chicago Public Library’s Northside Neighborhood History Center\, safeguarding queer voices for future generations. \nDrop by Fathom any time during the program to write your letter. Materials provided.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-letters-to-america/
LOCATION:Fathom\, 1622 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260604T143930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T143930Z
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SUMMARY:Goles-Glikn - Queer Yiddish Theater
DESCRIPTION:Join NYC-based GLYK\, a aueer Yiddish theater collective\, for a show that asks: What’s an authentic Jew and how do you become one? What’s the relation between art and life\, representation and reproduction? And what the **** are we doing in Chicago? This show will feature excerpts from Sholem Asch’s marranage melodrama Maranen and Paula R.’s (Prilutski) high-art send-up Aktor. \nRooted in the tradition of kleynkunst\, an early 20th century Yiddish theater mode attempting to overcome the distinctions between amateur/professional\, art/life\, and audience/performer\, GLYK weaves our 21st century queer sensibility through patchwork performances featuring short scenes\, poems\, and songs. \nDoors open at 6:30. Show at 7:00pm. Run time is approximately 75 minutes with no intermission. \nTickets are free but required\, and we invite you to pay what you can for them to support GLYK and Chicago YIVO.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/goles-glikn-queer-yiddish-theater/
LOCATION:The Neo-Futurists Theater\, 5153 N Ashland\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260523T213426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T014106Z
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SUMMARY:Carol Stream Pride Concert (An ABBA Salute)
DESCRIPTION:📅 Thursday\, June 18 (Pride Concert) – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute\n📍 Ross Ferraro Carol Stream Town Center\n960 N. Gary Ave.\, Carol Stream\, IL 60188\n🍽️ Food concessions 6:00p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\n🎤 Show 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nDancing Queen: An ABBA Salute brings the music of ABBA to the stage with a setlist of well-known songs spanning the group’s career. As a widely recognized tribute act in the Midwest\, the group performs an extensive repertoire of ABBA’s most popular hits\, brought to life through detailed costumes and choreography that reflect ABBA’s signature style and invite audiences to sing and dance along.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/carol-stream-pride-concert-an-abba-salute/
LOCATION:Ross Ferraro Carol Stream Town Center\, 960 Gary Ave.\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260522T032624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T032624Z
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SUMMARY:Oil Lamp Theater Presents “The Last Five Years\,” June 5 - July 5
DESCRIPTION:Oil Lamp Theater presents The Last Five Years\, written and composed by Jason Robert Brown and directed by Christina Ramirez\, June 5 – July 5\, at Oil Lamp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road. \nThe Last Five Years debuted at Northlight Theatre in 2001 and returns to the North Shore after runs on Broadway\, Off-Broadway\, the West End and\, most recently\, a concert version at Radio City Music Hall with Tony\, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt and Golden Globe and NBR winner Rachel Zegler. Jason Robert Brown’s musical masterpiece The Last Five Years is a widely beloved show and the Drama Desk Award-winner for Outstanding Music\, taking audiences on the romantic rollercoaster of Jamie and Cathy as they fall in… and out of love over the last five years. Told from each individual’s perspective – one chronologically and one backwards – audiences will be swept into the unique storytelling and find an anti-love story full of humor and heart. \nThe cast of The Last Five Years includes Abraham Deitz-Green (he/him\, Jamie); Lili Galluzzo (she/they\, Cathy); Eli Blanks (he/him\, Jamie U/S) and Kaitie Bonds (she/her\, Cathy U/S). \nThe performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. with additional Wednesday performances Wednesday\, June 10 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Wednesday June 17 at 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday\, June 24 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; and Wednesday July 1 at 7:30 p.m. There are no performances on Saturday July 4. Tickets are on sale now for $30 for previews and $55 for the run at OilLampTheater.org.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/oil-lamp-theater-presents-the-last-five-years-june-5-july-5/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Oil Lamp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260522T042625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T042625Z
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SUMMARY:Tin Drum Theatre Company Presents “Southern Rapture”\, June 11 - 28 at Theater Wit
DESCRIPTION:Tin Drum Theatre Company is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the Chicago premiere of Southern Rapture at Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, June 11 – 28\, written by Eric Coble and directed by Jason Palmer.\nIn the heart of the Bible Belt\, a local theatre company announces it will stage a play called Rapture in America—complete with seven seconds of male nudity—sending the city into a frenzy. Based on actual events\, Eric Coble’s Southern Rapture turns this civic eruption into a wickedly funny satire about artistic freedom\, arts funding\, the weaponization of civic institutions and what happens when conviction outruns common sense.\nOriginally commissioned by Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte\, Southern Rapture draws directly from one of the city’s most explosive cultural battles. In 1996\, Charlotte Repertory Theatre announced a production of Angels in America.. The district attorney attempted to bring criminal charges\, however\, emergency court injunctions required the show to open. “Good Morning America” broadcast a train-wreck debate\, turning a local arts dispute into a national spectacle.\nEighteen months later\, county commissioners retaliated by slashing $2.5 million in arts funding\, destabilizing organizations across the city. Although much of that funding was later restored\, the interruption sent lasting ripples through Charlotte’s artistic landscape. Charlotte Rep won the Angels battle\, but the controversy produced long-term consequences that cost it the war. Amid donor fatigue\, mounting financial strain and leadership turnover\, the company closed permanently in 2005.\nThe performance schedule is Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $30 with $15 student tickets and may be purchased at TinDrumTheatre.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/tin-drum-theatre-company-presents-southern-rapture-june-11-28-at-theater-wit-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260522T032430Z
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SUMMARY:The Factory Theater Presents “Two Out Of Three Falls” By Bill Daniel\, June 4 – July 18
DESCRIPTION:The Factory Theater\, 1623 W. Howard St.\, is proud to present Two Out of Three Falls\, June 4 – July 18\, written by Bill Daniel and directed by Ashley Yates. Previews are Thursday\, June 4 and Friday\, June 5 at 8 p.m. with an understudy preview performance on Saturday\, June 6 at 8 p.m. The press opening is Thursday\, June 11 at 8 p.m. The regular performance schedule is Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Industry night is Monday\, July 13 at 8 p.m. Performances are held at The Factory Theater\, 1623 W. Howard St.\nIn 1987\, wrestling legend King Kong Bruiser was murdered and his killer walked away clean. In 2019\, Johanna Goodish\, daughter of the Bruiser\, is unable to step out of his shadow. She plans to do the one thing that might shake off the ghost: kill the man who killed her dad\, in the middle of the ring\, live on pay-per-view.\nThe tickets are $30 and may be purchased through the box office by calling 312-275-5757 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-factory-theater-presents-two-out-of-three-falls-by-bill-daniel-june-4-july-18-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:The Factory Theater\, 1623 W. Howard St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T040000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260409T063404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T063404Z
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SUMMARY:SparkleBooty
DESCRIPTION:Get your Chicago PrideFest weekend off to an amazing start at SparkleBooty\, our Charlie’s Chicago takeover! On Thursday\, June 18th starting at 10pm the daring DOGGPOUND duo will keep your 🍑booty🍑 shaking all night while Charlie’s House Queens Pixel and Bella DeBalle entertain you with their ✨sparkling✨ personalities.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sparklebooty/
LOCATION:Charlie’s Chicago\, 3726 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155429
CREATED:20260523T155011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T155038Z
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SUMMARY:MALENESSS: A Health & Wellness Summit for Black Gay\, Bi & Trans Men
DESCRIPTION:Health and Wellness Summit for Black Gay\, Bisexual\, and Transgender (GBT) Men! A 501 (c)(3) organization and a subsidiary of Wellness Homes of Chicago\, Baal Perazim Wellness\, Inc. \nThis summit is the first of its kind\, providing a dedicated platform to promote the health and wellness of Black Gay\, Bisexual\, and Transgender men. We recognize the urgent need for this focused effort\, particularly in the face of current challenges and political attacks on the rights and well being of the Black LGBTQ+ community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/malenesss-a-health-wellness-summit-for-black-gay-bi-trans-men/
LOCATION:Joe’s Bar\, 940 W. Weed St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:support-group,wellness
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