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SUMMARY:Taylor Tomlinson: Actually\, Nevermind Live in Conversation in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:“One of the most acclaimed\, in-demand superstars of comedy” (New York Times)  joins us for an intimate conversation about growing up\, changing your mind\, and figuring things out as you go.\n\nOne of the most celebrated stand-ups working today\, Taylor Tomlinson has headlined four Netflix specials\, including Have It All\, which debuted at number one. She has been named as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30\, Time’s 100 Next and The Hollywood Reporter’s 100 Most Powerful Women in Hollywood. In 2023\, her comedy tour was the seventh highest-grossing of the year\, making her the only woman to make the top ten. \nIn this special In Conversation event\, she will take us on a tour of her brain and share her shifting opinions about everything from love and relationships\, mental health and therapy\, religion and sex\, food and body image\, being the eldest daughter and the only woman in late-night TV\, to ghosts\, morning people\, and more. \nWith the same unflinching honesty that fuels her beloved stand-up specials\, she will capture the dizzying contradictions of adulthood in the modern world: wanting independence while craving reassurance\, chasing self-improvement while resisting change\, and finally learning that certainty can be overrated. “True wisdom\,” says Taylor\, “is accepting how little you know\, and real maturity is becoming as flexible as possible. (Emotionally\, not physically. Real maturity also means needing to stretch way more).”
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/taylor-tomlinson-actually-nevermind-live-in-conversation-in-chicago/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:comedy,panel-conversation
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SUMMARY:Gerber/Hart 45th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:On September 24\, 2026\, Gerber/Hart Library and Archives will host The Sapphire Gayla: 45 Years of Gerber/Hart at the gorgeous Rockwell on the River to raise money in support of its mission to preserve the history of LGBTQ+ History in Chicago and the Midwest\, and make it accessible to all. \nA special 6:00 PM VIP gathering and whiskey tasting is available. \nWe are in the process of securing hosts\, speakers\, and entertainers\, and are excited to share that information as it becomes available. It is sure to be a fabulous party and networking event. \nFor 45 years\, Gerber/Hart has preserved LGBTQ+ history\, and made it available for both casual readership and academic scholarship. The Archives are unparalleled in the Midwest in content and scope\, and the circulating collection includes thousands of titles from the past through the most current novels and non-fiction books – all available for free to the public. Please join us to celebrate 45 years of Gerber/Hart as a cultural institution in Chicago and the Midwest!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gerber-hart-45th-anniversary-gala/
LOCATION:Rockwell on the River\, 3057 N. Rockwell ST.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,gala
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T223000
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SUMMARY:“The Last Word\,” an Adventure Screenplay with a Cocktail Experience\, Announces Fall & Winter 2026 Performances
DESCRIPTION:The Last Word\, created by Declan Grogan\, announces extension performance dates each month from September to December\, at the iO Theater\, 1501 N. Kingsbury St. \nThe Last Word is the ONLY craft cocktail progression paired with a screenplay. The story is based on Chartreuse\, a real-life liqueur that sells millions of bottles every year\, but only two people in the world know how to make it. When Mike finds one dying in the woods and is given the only known copy of the recipe\, he has to decide whether to return it to the monastery that keeps it safe or die trying. Audiences may experience a high-action comedy script complete with lights\, sound\, music and other fun surprises throughout the night\, including four cocktails crafted specifically for each act of the show. Finally\, at The Last Word\, there is only one rule: No one knows what will happen tonight. Content warning: flashing lights\, loud sounds\, profanity and depictions of violence. \nThe running time is two hours and 30 minutes\, including an intermission. The performance schedule through December is Thursday\, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.\, followed by Friday\, Oct. 30\, Friday\, Nov. 20 and Friday\, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $50 for both general admission and the drink package\, which includes four specialty cocktails and $20 for general admission tickets without the cocktail experience. Tickets are available at TheLastWordShow.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-last-word-an-adventure-screenplay-with-a-cocktail-experience-announces-fall-winter-2026-performances/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260924T182754Z
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SUMMARY:Aladerri Film Fest 2026 - BLOCK # 10
DESCRIPTION:Aladerri Film Fest\, Dedicated to the celebration of Short Films\, a multi-day event in Chicago\, IL September 25- 27\, 2026. \nFuture Tense – Comedy Short Film – Australia\nPraying Mantis – Animated Short Film – Taiwan\nHomebound – Student Short Film – Hungary\nDaphne y Pol – LGBTQ+ Short Film – Spain
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/aladerri-film-fest-2026-block-10/
LOCATION:Facets\, 1517 W. Fullerton\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:festival,film
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SUMMARY:Andersonville Arts Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to present its 22nd annual Andersonville Arts Weekend\, with the neighborhood transformed into a “walkable art gallery” from Friday\, September 25 – Sunday\, September 27\, 2026. The free\, three-day event includes over 30 businesses and more than 50 artists representing multiple genres including visual art\, theatre\, dance\, music\, makers\, student art and public art. \nReturning Arts Weekend mainstays include a Self-Guided Art Walk on all three days\, plus the popular Night of Parties\, an evening of artist receptions\, kicking off Friday\, 9/25 at 5 pm. The weekend culminates with Andersonville’s annual Fall Wine Walk on Sunday\, 9/27 from 2 – 5 pm (because art and wine are the perfect pairing!)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/andersonville-arts-weekend/
LOCATION:Andersonville neighborhood
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries,outdoor,sports-recreation
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SUMMARY:Chicago Gay Men's Chorus: Rhythm and Blues
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the musical stylings of everything from old school to current R&B! CGMC explores this uniquely American genre with noticeable hits and original songs.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-gay-mens-chorus-rhythm-and-blues/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Cornerstone Community Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:Join other LGBTQ+ and ally volunteers as we help Cornerstone Community Outreach decorate their residential areas for Halloween! We may also help staff organize and sort toys and other donated items\, and make “diaper ready bags” for client children in need. Lifting of light boxes and taking them up and down stairs will be required.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-cornerstone-community-outreach-event-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260924T182448Z
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Beverly Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:The 13th Annual Beverly Art Walk takes place Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. along Western Avenue between 99th and 115th Streets in Beverly/Morgan Park. Presented by the Beverly Area Arts Alliance\, the free\, family-friendly event showcases work by more than 100 artists alongside musical performances and public art. \nAdmission is free. Listing compiled by Stumblday\, an independent city event guide. Photo: 111th Street at Hoyne Avenue in Morgan Park by AlphaBeta135\, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/13th-annual-beverly-art-walk/
LOCATION:Western Avenue in Beverly/Morgan Park\, 9900-11500 S. Western Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60643
CATEGORIES:arts-and-galleries
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T000000
DTSTAMP:20260923T213707Z
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SUMMARY:Babe's Chicago 1-year Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:happy birthday to us!!! we turn the big 0-1 on september 27th and we’re celebrating all weekend! we’d love to have you join us and celebrate YOU for the support you’ve shown all year. \n🏀 we’ll be kicking off the celebrations on Thursday with the last night of regular-season WNBA games \n💝 friday night we’ll be CLOSED for a private party for the 500+ besties who donated to our crowdfunding campaign before we opened. you should have an invite in your email\, reach out via dm or email if you don’t! \n🎈saturday we are partying ALL DAY\, get there early for the treats! our friends are hanging too: @mintymerch will be doing free tooth gems from 12-2\, we’ll have tacos from @taylorstacos from 12:30 until they’re gone\, and @chicagopartyclowns are crashing the party at 4 to bring some extra fun. we’ll have cute birthday drinks all day and babe’s gift bags for the first 100 friends in the door. the bday candles will be lit at 5\, join us for any or all of the day! \n🎊 sunday is the first day of WNBA playoffs *and* our inaugural Women’s Sports Pride Parade through the @armitagecountyfair rolls at 2pm – meet us at the bar for the games and stake out along armitage to catch the parade \nwe’re so proud of the year we’ve had and can’t wait to celebrate with you! if you’re feeling nostalgic too\, leave a comment with your fav memory at babes from the last year 💕💕💕
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/babes-chicago-1-year-anniversary-party/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Babe’s Sports Bar\, 3017 w. armitage ave\, chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T230000
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SUMMARY:Sapphic Bar Crawl
DESCRIPTION:SAPPHICS OF CHICAGO it’s time for a Sapphic Bar crawl to end Chicago Summer ! \nWe are so excited to be partnering with the best of the best here in Chicago for a day full of friendship\, bevvies\,\, and who knows what kind of debauchery. \nJoin us at any stop along our route BUT we will be posting some details and surprises for those that join us the entire time 😉 \n3:00pm – Arrive at Whiskey Girl Tavern\n5:00pm – Arrive at Nobody’s Darling\nGroup splits up and either goes to..\nDorothy’s at 7pm and Babes at 8:15\nOR\nFathom at 6:45pm and Level at 8:15pm\nTHEN \nBetween 9:30-9:45pm – Reconvene at Scarlet or Sidetrack (we were waaaay too big of a crowd last time for just Scarlet! Scarlet will have a cover and Sidetrack\, famously\, never does) \nWE CANNOT WAIT TO PARTY WITH YOU! \nPlease not that transportation is not provided\, and please do not drive if you are drinking! Plan on taking an Uber with friends or hopping on public transit with the crew. \nWhile we have partnered wit these bars\, each venue has their own capacity and attendees will be let in based on each individual venue and their regulations. Garden Of is not liable for your entry\, transportation\, or any aspect of this excursion. By attending\, you are agreeing to abide by each establishments rules and regulations.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sapphic-bar-crawl/
LOCATION:Various locations
CATEGORIES:happy-hour,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
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SUMMARY:Barbara Fest
DESCRIPTION:Barbara&Barbara is throwing our first ever annual fundraising festival\, Barbara Fest\, on Sept. 27th! The goal of Barbara Fest is to raise money for ALMA\, Brave Space Alliance\, and Lace to Liberation\, as well as provide a space to platform\, uplift and celebrate queer BIPOC.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/barbara-fest/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 6400 S. Kimbark Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,market,networking-mixer,outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260924T171455Z
CREATED:20260924T171455Z
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SUMMARY:Teeny Con Market at Idea Box
DESCRIPTION:Idea Box Integrated Arts announces a small marketplace of our favorite mini-makers in a multitude of media– tiny pottery\, teensy zines\, wee puppets\, small sketches\, mini magnets\, and more! \nVendors include Duck Egg Printworks\, Noah Ginex\, Ari Ganahl\, Emily Dugan and Ayriole Frost \nFree timed entry tickets are available on Eventbrite.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/teeny-con-market-at-idea-box/
LOCATION:Idea Box Integrated Arts\, 5419 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260924T183338Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T183338Z
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SUMMARY:NOH8 Photo Shoot in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The NOH8 Campaign returns to Chicago\, IL on Sunday\, September 27th for an open photo shoot at Waveland Bowl. Stop by anytime between 2pm-4pm to pose for an official NOH8 photo by photographer Adam Bouska. No reservations needed! \nPhotos are first-come\, first-served – and we move fast! Please arrive camera-ready with a plain white shirt to match the signature style of the NOH8 photos. \nWhen is the best time to arrive? Most people tend to arrive before the photo shoot begins\, but as long as someone has arrived by the advertised end time for the photo shoot (4:00pm for this photo shoot)\, they will be guaranteed a chance to pose! \nOnce you arrive\, the next steps are easy!\n1. Fill-out one numbered model release for each person.\n2. Process your payment.\n3. Trade your processed model release for duct tape!\n4. Apply a NOH8 temporary tattoo for your photo. \nNOH8 Co-Founder Adam Bouska will photograph roughly 5-10 frames per person. One frame will be selected/edited by Adam and made available within approximately eight weeks (timeline subject to change).
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/noh8-photo-shoot-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Waveland Bowl\, 3700 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260917T170433Z
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SUMMARY:Andersonville Fall Wine Walk
DESCRIPTION:Andersonville Arts Weekend culminates with Andersonville’s popular Fall Wine Walk\, transforming local businesses into charming wine-tasting destinations on Sunday\, September 27 from 2 – 5 pm. This year’s event include two routes – “Bunch of Grapes” and “Off the Vine.” Tickets ($40 per route) are now on sale through the Andersonsonville Wine Walk Page. Check in is between 1 – 4 pm at the Andersonville Vintage Market at 1600 W. Catalpa. \nThe Fall Wine Walk routes include (from north to south): \nBunch of Grapes Route \nAndersonville Chamber Headquarters | 5706 N. Clark St.\nSalon Aken | 5666 N. Clark St.\nCity Olive | 5644 N. Clark St.\nUvae Kitchen & Wine Bar | 5553 N. Clark St.\nLilla Barn Clothing | 5535 N. Clark St.\nDistrict | 5430 N. Clark St. \nOff the Vine Route \nElixir Andersonville | 1509 W. Balmoral Ave.\nCowboys and Astronauts | 1478 W. Summerdale Ave.\nhomebird | 5238 N. Clark St.\nVia Rose Hair Salon | 5142 N. Clark St.\nMilk Handmade | 5137 N. Clark St.\nFoursided | 5061 N. Clark St\, \nWine Walk Sponsors: RG GROUP/ALLURE Real Estate\, Snow and Sand Vacations
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/andersonville-fall-wine-walk/
LOCATION:Andersonville neighborhood
CATEGORIES:outdoor,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260924T182712Z
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SUMMARY:Legacy Project Presents The Celluloid Closet
DESCRIPTION:Legacy Project Chicago invites you to a 30th anniversary screening of The Celluloid Closet \nChicago Filmmakers \n1326 W. Hollywood Ave. \n6:00 p.m. \n$15 (plus handling fee) online or at the door (if available). \nThere is a small\, complimentary parking lot and street parking at Chicago Filmmakers.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/legacy-project-presents-the-celluloid-closet/
LOCATION:Chicago Filmmakers\, 1326 W Hollywood Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T181820Z
CREATED:20260806T181820Z
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SUMMARY:BOOKENDS
DESCRIPTION:After a painful breakup\, aspiring novelist Nate leaves New York City and moves into a retirement community with his grandparents. What begins as a temporary refuge quickly becomes a complicated journey through family\, aging\, responsibility\, and unexpected love. As his Holocaust-surviving grandfather begins showing signs of dementia and his grandmother struggles to face the truth\, Nate finds himself caught between the life he left behind and the family that needs him now. An unexpected romance with the community’s handsome doctor further complicates his plans. \nStarring F. Murray Abraham\, Caroline Aaron\, Noam Ash\, and Charlie Barnett\, BOOKENDS is a warm\, funny\, and deeply moving intergenerational story about love\, memory\, family\, and second chances. The film premiered at the 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival\, where it received the ADL Stand Up Award. \nCritics have praised the film for balancing humor and emotion with honesty and grace. Reviewer Mark McPherson called it “a heartfelt story of family and romance that is more honest than schmaltzy\,” while festival audiences have celebrated its rich performances and moving portrayal of family caregiving. \nWritten by and starring Noam Ash and directed by Mike Doyle\, BOOKENDS offers a refreshing queer love story that is equally concerned with family bonds\, aging\, and the unexpected connections that help us move forward. \nFunny\, tender\, and life-affirming\, BOOKENDS reminds us that every ending can also be a new beginning.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bookends/
LOCATION:Facets\, 1517 W. Fullerton\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T161603Z
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SUMMARY:AIDS Foundation Chicago - Virtual Community Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, September 29\, 2026\, AFC will host two virtual community listening sessions to gain information and insight from Illinoisans on the most pressing issues facing communities impacted by HIV and homelessness. Information gained will help shape and guide AFC’s policy and advocacy work in 2027 and beyond. Using the Zoom platform\, the first webinar will be held from 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. and the second webinar will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/aids-foundation-chicago-virtual-community-listening-sessions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:education-history,virtual,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T171358Z
CREATED:20260917T171358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T171358Z
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SUMMARY:Playing with Fire: An Ecosexual Emergency Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 29th\, at 6:30 PM at the Music Box Theatre for a screening of Playing with Fire: An Ecosexual Emergency with Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens! \nGerber/Hart will be tabling in the lobby with a pop-up of queer archival materials from our collections before and after the screenings.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/playing-with-fire-an-ecosexual-emergency-film-screening/
LOCATION:Music Box\, 3733 N Southport Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T040942Z
CREATED:20260910T040942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T040942Z
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SUMMARY:Gay for Pay: Fall Festicle
DESCRIPTION:Gay for Pay is BACK to celebrate the changing of the seasons with Fall Festicle! This month’s fall-themed show at The Lincoln Lodge has standup\, characters\, burlesque\, and more variety acts with an all-LGBTQ+ lineup featuring Claire Sundbye\, Colette Gregory\, Jeremy Plumb\, Keagstar\, and headliner Gwen Rose. Hosted by Dan Hickey and Mary Fiala.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gay-for-pay-fall-festicle/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260910T184823Z
CREATED:20260910T184823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T184823Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Quentos – Destinos: 9th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
DESCRIPTION:This one-night-only production is made possible through the generous support of CENTER on HALSTED\, our sponsoring partner. \nHosted by Norma Seledon. \nJoin us for Queer Quentos\, an evening of storytelling that celebrates and uplifts the voices of\nqueer\, lesbian\, and transgender Latines in Chicago. Inspired by the intimate\, authentic vibe of\nChicago’s OUTspoken! LGBTQ+ Stories and the emotional resonance of The Moth’s StorySLAM\nformat\, this Queer Quentos gathering is a community-building celebration. Queer Quentos offers a\nspace where our stories take center stage. \nAdditional performance details: \n80min\nStorytelling\nEnglish and Spanish\n18+
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-quentos-destinos-9th-chicago-international-latino-theater-festival/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,networking-mixer,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T223000
DTSTAMP:20260930T221658Z
CREATED:20260827T185840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T221658Z
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SUMMARY:ORD Lip Sync 2026
DESCRIPTION:Pay tribute to your fav icon by dressing like them and come out to support Wings Foundation! Join us at Joe’s on Weed St. for ORD Lip 2026 \nORD Lip Sync 2026 is back for our 5th annual year to benefit Wings Foundation. We are VERY excited to be at our new venue\, Joe’s on Weed St\, located downtown Chicago in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. \nStarring ORD’s very own Barbie Doll and Eve Madison as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies. We will be raising money for the Wings Foundation by performing some of the hottest songs from our personal favorite icons all night. \nWe have some of the best queens and kings lined up for this event. Come support ORD FAs Bryan Crowe\, Tess DeStefano\, Katrina Fraley\, Juan Geara\, Adam Hintz\, Drew Lemish\, Len Matchiau\, Lexi Noparstak\, Monica Skylling\, Sanford Smith\, Anthony Valdez and special guests from DFW and CLT: Alex Bermea\, Keian Delgado\, Britt Roach and Michael Tierney Moran. (Cast members are subject to change.) \nYou don’t want to miss out on the 50/50 Raffle\, Chance and Live Auctions. Bring lots of dollars to tip these kings and queens. They will be donating 100% of their tips made to Wings Foundation. Be sure to dress like your favorite icon\, as there will be a costume contest with prizes!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/ord-lip-sync-2026/
LOCATION:Joe’s On Weed Street\, 940 W. Weed St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music-karaoke,drag
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260930T221112Z
CREATED:20260820T141005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T221112Z
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SUMMARY:LBTQ Young Women's Giving Council Grantee Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The LBTQ Giving Council and Young Women’s Giving Council of the Chicago Foundation for Women will be coming together to acknowledge our partners who received grants from both councils this June. The grantees of the LBTQ Giving Council are Affinity Community Services\, One Roof Chicago\, Pride South Side\, Sexpectations and Youth Empowerment Performance Project. The grantees of the Young Women’s Giving Council are Fempreneur Poder\, I AM HER Foundation\, The Puddle Project and Veggie Mijas Chicago Chapter. Come celebrate and learn more about these organizations and the councils!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lbtq-young-womens-giving-council-grantee-celebration/
LOCATION:Inergy\, 3350 South Kedzie Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T163000
DTSTAMP:20261001T161018Z
CREATED:20260916T223544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T161018Z
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SUMMARY:Avanzando Juntos: Confronting Rising HIV in Illinois Latine Communities -
DESCRIPTION:This conference is presented by a coalition of organizations in response to the rising number of new HIV cases among Latinos in Illinois\, particularly in the Chicago area. The conference will feature guest speakers who will explore various topics from treatment to PrEP through lively presentations and discussions. We invite healthcare professionals and community HIV prevention professionals who directly work with the Latino patient population\, or those who want to learn more. \nEsta conferencia es presentada por una coalición de organizaciones en respuesta al creciente número de nuevos casos de VIH entre los latinos de Illinois\, en particular en el área de Chicago. El evento contará con ponentes invitados que abordarán diversos temas —desde el tratamiento hasta la PrEP— mediante presentaciones y debates dinámicos. Invitamos a profesionales de la salud y de la prevención del VIH en la comunidad que trabajen directamente con la población latina\, así como a cualquier persona interesada en obtener más información. \nAgenda to be announced. La agenda se anunciará próximamente. \nConference partners. Colaboradores de la conferencia: \nAIDS Foundation Chicago\nCALOR\nChicago Department of Public Health\nErie Family Health Centers\nEsperanza Health Centers\nIllinois Department of Public Health\nMidwest AETC\nNeelyx Labs\nPrimeCare Community Health Centers\nProject Vida\nThe Puerto Rican Cultural Center\nVida Task Force
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/avanzando-juntos-confronting-rising-hiv-in-illinois-latine-communities/
LOCATION:Malcolm X College\, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference,education-history,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T143000
DTSTAMP:20261001T010108Z
CREATED:20261001T010108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T010108Z
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SUMMARY:Human Music Only: Press Pause on A.I.
DESCRIPTION:Rally to protect human artists and musicians. \nOctober 1 at 1 p.m.\n219 E. Dearborn St.\nChicago\, IL \n 
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/human-music-only-press-pause-on-a-i/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:protest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T171941Z
CREATED:20260916T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T171941Z
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SUMMARY:‘Reading Came First’ Book Club: Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview \n“Reading Came First” is a unique book club program launched by the RAPBRARY in partnership with The Closet Unlocked and Nobody’s Darling Bar. This program aims to celebrate and amplify literature by Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ authors globally. It offers a platform for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue\, connect with the community\, and explore the richness of Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ experiences. The book club will meet monthly\, with book selections rotating every other month to allow ample time for reading\, reflection\, and discussion. \nBook Club Meeting #20 Details: \nOur next meeting will take place on Thursday\, October 1st\, 2026 at 6:30PM\, with a special discussion around our selected text and curated cocktails. \nBook #12: Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler \nBook Discount Codes: \nWomen & Children’s First Bookstore: DARLING (10% off) \nSpecial Features: \nThemed drink mixes curated for each book selection
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reading-came-first-book-club-parable-of-the-sower-by-octavia-e-butler/
LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry-podcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260924T173559Z
CREATED:20260924T173526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T173559Z
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SUMMARY:Investor Connect: Pitch & Deal Flow Night | Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Investor Connect: Pitch & Deal Flow Night brings together startup founders\, investors\, entrepreneurs\, and business professionals for an evening focused on early-stage companies\, fundraising\, and new investment opportunities in Chicago. \nThe event features 3–5 pre-screened startups presenting their businesses in focused 8-minute pitches\, followed by Q&A and direct conversations with founders and investors. \nWhat to expect:\n• Live presentations from 3–5 startups\n• 8-minute startup pitches followed by Q&A\n• Meet founders and entrepreneurs building new companies\n• Connect with angel investors\, VCs\, and investment professionals\n• Learn about startup teams\, products\, traction\, and fundraising goals\n• Discover potential investment\, partnership\, and collaboration opportunities\n• Continue conversations with founders and investors after the pitch session \nThe event welcomes LGBTQ+ founders\, investors\, entrepreneurs\, technology professionals\, and other members of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ business and startup community. \nApproved investors may attend free of charge. Paid tickets are available for other attendees.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/investor-connect-pitch-deal-flow-night-chicago/
LOCATION:Joy District 112 West Hubbard Street\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, 112 West Hubbard Street\, Chicago\, IL 60654\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T220000
DTSTAMP:20260916T224733Z
CREATED:20260916T224227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T224733Z
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SUMMARY:M.A.D.D. Rhythms Celebrates its 25th Anniversary at The Chicago Tap Summit\, October 2 - 4 at the Harold Washington Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:M.A.D.D. (Making A Difference Dancing) Rhythms\, Chicago’s premier tap collective\, is proud to celebrate its 25th Anniversary at the Chicago Tap Summit\, October 2 – 4\, at the Harold Washington Cultural Center\, 4701 S. King Dr. (47th Street entrance). The premier Illinois tap dancing event of the year follows M.A.D.D. Rhythms Day in Chicago\, Thursday\, Oct. 1. This Anniversary Summit includes three days of dance\, discussion and classes while celebrating the tap dance community with tours and panels as well as the premiere of works from company Founder Bril Barrett\, who also has been named Newcity’s Players 50 Hall of Fame (2026) and received “The Hoofer Award” from Tap City 2025\, as well as a premiere from Founder Tre Dumas. Additionally\, a screening of “Beyond a Shuffle\,” a new documentary about M.A.D.D. Rhythms will be shown. \nChicago Tap Summit Schedule:\nOctober 2 – 4\nHarold Washington Cultural Center\, 4701 S. King Dr. (47th Street entrance) \nThe 2026 Chicago Tap Summit welcomes participants from Chicago and around the world for three days of dance\, discussion and classes celebrating the tap dance community with instructors Maud Arnold\, Bril Barrett\, Ian Berg\, Tristan Bruns\, Andrew Carr\, Ja’bowen Dixon\, Star Dixon\, Tre Dumas\, Izaiah Harris\, Caleb Jackson\, Donnetta Jackson\, Lisa LaTouche\, KJ Sheldon and Mr. Taps. \nFriday\, Oct. 2\nClasses on Friday\, Oct. 2\, the first day of the Summit includes a three-hour residency with Andrew Carr. Carr will teach participants dances from his show “To Love You Always.” Also\, available is Caleb Jackson’s three-hour residency sharing with attendees dances from his show “Wonder.” Both performers from these residencies will participate in Sunday night’s closing ceremony and film screening at the Harold Washington Cultural Center.\nIn addition\, the Cultural Center will include a “Room Full of History\,” Reggio’s traveling museum. The day will conclude with a welcome party for all. \nSaturday\, Oct. 3\nSaturday’s classes include a panel on the history of M.A.D.D. Rhythms from its P.O.V. and an evening of performances beginning at 7:30 p.m.\nThe performances include two world premieres from the two founders of M.A.D.D. Rhythms. Bril Barrett’s “Oscar Plays Gershwin\,” a vibrant tap production using dancers’ feet as percussion to reimagine Oscar Peterson’s George Gershwin album and Tre Dumas’s “My Personal Stash\,” a work that honors his father\, Martin Dumas Jr.\, by transforming Rasputin Stash’s soul/funk grooves into a vibrant tap percussive experience.\nTickets and registration available at MADDRhythms.com. \nSunday\, Oct. 4\nThe Summit concludes with classes and the premiere of the documentary\, “Beyond A Shuffle\,” by Nora Clark\, sharing the history of M.A.D.D. Rhythms and includes live performances from the Friday’s intensive classes.\n“Alienworx’ VP\,” Nora Clark’s first original work\, this documentary is a collaboration with her 501(c)3 non-profit\, Tap That Brass and is currently fundraising to complete production of this new piece on the M.A.D.D. Rhythms company.\n“Beyond A Shuffle” is about Bril Barrett\, who started M.A.D.D. (Making A Difference Dancing) Rhythms as a way to lead a life of example for his younger siblings\, as well as give back to the youth of Chicago. Barrett wanted to create a company whose model was one of respect for the art and history of tap dance and whose permanence would create stability for its members. \nMore than two decades later\, M.A.D.D. Rhythms has since touched the lives of thousands of dancers and young people\, whether they were pursuing the incredible training of being a company member\, needed a positive alternative to the streets of Chicago or just as an outlet to express themselves or improve their quality of life. For more information\, please visit TapThatBrass.org. \nFor information on the Chicago Tap Summit and the other events go to MADDRhythms.com.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/m-a-d-d-rhythms-celebrates-its-25th-anniversary-at-the-chicago-tap-summit-october-2-4-at-the-harold-washington-cultural-center/
LOCATION:Harold Washington Cultural Center\, 4701 S. King Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T210000
DTSTAMP:20261001T172257Z
CREATED:20260917T142816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T172257Z
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SUMMARY:FashionBar THE SHOWS: The Trans Media Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of FashionBar The Shows: October 2026\, a curated series of shows presented by FashionBar Chicago! \nDesigner Garment in Graphic: BIRDY \nFashionBar The Shows: October 2026 – The Trans Media Fashion Show\nFriday\, October 2\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nThe Trans Media Fashion Show centers on inclusivity\, identity\, and self-expression through fashion. The show highlights transgender and non-binary models alongside designers whose work reflects authenticity\, advocacy\, and community-driven storytelling\, increasing visibility and representation within Chicago’s fashion industry. \nThe evening begins with a red carpet and cocktail reception at 6:00 PM\, welcoming press\, media\, buyers\, editors\, stylists\, influencers\, VIP guests\, and community leaders\, followed by a full show experience featuring designer collections. \nNon-Profit Partnerships\nOctober 2026’s Trans Media Fashion Show is presented to benefit Broadway Youth Center\, in partnership with the Vernita Gray Council\, a philanthropy group of Howard Brown Health supporting initiatives focused on healthcare access\, equity\, and community-based services for LGBTQ+ individuals. \nEvent Itinerary \nDoors Open: 6:00 PM\nCocktail Reception: 6:30 PM\nRed Carpet & Media Interviews: 6:45 PM\nPerformance by Luna Eclipse: 6:50 PM\nFeatured Designers Showcasing: 7:00 PM\nOut of the Closet\nHaley from 3rd Period\nBrown Elephant\nIAMTONYLONG\nMeet & Greet the Designers: 8:20 PM\nClosing Ceremony: 8:45 PM\nEvent Ends: 9:00 PM\nThis event is part of FashionBar The Shows: October 2026\, with The Marketplace active Friday\, October 2nd through Sunday\, October 4th\, featuring resident designer brands\, vendors\, and participating designers offering products directly to attendees.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/fashionbar-the-shows-the-trans-media-fashion-show/
LOCATION:Water Tower Place\, 835 N. Michigan\, 3rd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,fashion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260930T213802Z
CREATED:20260930T213802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T213802Z
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SUMMARY:Center on Halsted Art Gallery Opening October 2
DESCRIPTION:Art Gallery Opening\nFriday\, October 2nd 2026\n6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nPresented By\nCenter on Halsted\nLocation\n3656 N Halsted Street\nChicago\, IL\nGet Directions\nDescription\nJoin us for the opening reception featuring paintings by Jeanette Diaz on our 2nd floor and Jeff Thiede on our 3rd floor. The exhibition opens October 2 from 6:30–8:30 PM and will remain on view through November 29. \nJeanette Diaz (she/her)\nChicago native Jeanette Diaz is an artist whose work lives between observation and intuition. Educated in Fine Art Photography and design at Columbia College Chicago\, she approaches portraiture as a personal meditation on beauty\, one shaped by emotion rather than realism. Self taught\, she is influenced by classic painters known for their fearless use of color. Her work carries echoes of the Fauvist spirit and projects emotional intensity through a vibrant\, expressive palette.\nWorking primarily in oil and oil pastel at mid scale to large formats\, Diaz creates richly layered paintings that offer a contemporary interpretation of the portrait tradition. Her work explores storytelling and beauty\, drawing from docudrama style photographs of her lived experiences. These images serve as the foundation for subjects often placed in intimate domestic settings\, where she dissolves the boundary between the real and imagined through a lens that shifts between figuration and semi abstraction.\nAt the intersection of photography and painting\, Diaz translates photographic moments onto canvas with the sensitivity of a painter. She begins by documenting meaningful experiences through her camera\, then reimagines and personalizes them in oil paint\, allowing each piece to evolve into a process of self reflection and discovery. Her practice is driven by a deep love of color and its capacity to hold emotional weight and psychological resonance.\nFollow @iamjeanettediaz on Instagram and Twitter. \nJeff Thiede (he/him)\nJeff Thiede paints dreamlike images as creative solutions to the problems that confront him. He designs images by creating photo collages that combine his photographs into surreal scenes before translating them to canvas in oil paint.\nThiede’s paintings show a sharp instinct for composition and light\, carried over from his training shooting film. He approaches painting much as he approaches design\, constructing striking\, cinematic images with vibrant colors. He also maintains an ongoing practice of painting his plants as a way of marking time and testing new techniques. \nFee\nFree or a donation to the Center on Halsted
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/center-on-halsted-art-gallery-opening-october-2/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T220000
DTSTAMP:20261001T172044Z
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SUMMARY:Kate McKinnon Live in Conversation in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Friday 2nd October 2026\nCahn Auditorium\, Evanston  \nOne of the funniest\, most shape-shifting performers of her generation\, live on stage.\nKate McKinnon spent a decade on Saturday Night Live becoming one of the most decorated cast members in the show’s history: ten Emmy nominations\, two wins\, and a catalogue of characters that lodged themselves permanently in the cultural memory. Hillary Clinton. Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Rudy Giuliani. Weird Barbie. \nOff screen\, she’s proven just as hard to categorise. Novelist\, voice actress\, comedian\, children’s author with a #1 New York Times bestselling series: she has built a body of work that refuses easy summary\, animated throughout by the same sensibility. Her Millicent Quibb series\, following three peculiar sisters and their mad scientist mentor through increasingly chaotic adventures\, has found readers of all ages who recognise something of themselves in its celebration of the brilliantly strange. \nKate joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about a life spent making people laugh\, the craft behind character work\, and what it means to keep finding new forms. An unmissable evening with one of America’s most beloved comedic voices.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/kate-mckinnon-live-in-conversation-in-chicago/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:panel-conversation
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