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SUMMARY:Let Yourself Shine: a fundraiser for Brave Space Alliance
DESCRIPTION:* * * * Let Yourself Shine!!! * * * *\n⭐ ✴️ ✨ 🌟 ⭐ ✴️ ✨ 🌟 ⭐ ✴️ ✨ 🌟 ⭐ \nA fundraiser party to benefit Brave Space Alliance. \nBring your shiniest self\, literally or figuratively! Wear your fancy pants\, or your unfancy pants if that’s your jam\, or no pants! (Keep it legal Just be YOU). \nFor 6 hours you can get it on\, ring in the last of this long cold Winter\, and empower Civic Engagement in our City all at the same time while cavorting in a 3\,000+ sq ft playground of our co-creation! \nALL PROCEEDS AFTER COSTS DONATED TO BRAVE SPACE ALLIANCE: a Black-led\, trans-led LGBTQ+ resource center for transgender people here in Chicago.\nAll labor is 100% volunteer-based.\nCosts include supplies & venue rental. \nTICKETS INCLUDE:\n– Interactive Art 🛝\n– Live Stage Show (including burlesque!) 🎭\n– Wandering Performers 🤡\n– DJs & Live Band 🔊\n– Dancing 🪩\n– Silent Auction 🖼️\n– Strut Your Stuff Contest w prizes 🏆\n– Connecting in a space of safety & care ❤️\n– 100% volunteer labor 🎁\n– 100% of proceeds after costs going to Brave Space Alliance 💌 \nLOGISTICS: \n+ SAT FEB 28: 7PM to 1AM. 1501 N Kingsbury St\, 60642. \n+ Food & Drink available for sale onsite; none can be brought in \n+ Donations\, Drink Packages\, & Higher Income Tickets here :\nhttps://www.crowdwork.com/e/let-yourself-shine-a-celebration-of-authentic-self-expression \n+ Lower-Income tickets available by emailing: cyncat@boldurban.org \n+ ADA compliant. \n+ All gender bathrooms. \n+ 21+. \nPERFORMER SPOTLIGHT: \nStage Show:\n– Certified Scruffian (DJ)\n– Edge of Green\, music (4 piece band)\n– Evelyn Tensions\, burlesque\n– Jean Wildest\, burlesque\n– Jerome Kava\, music (violin)\n– Phaedra Black\, burlesque\n– Risqué Noir\, burlesque\n– Sparkles Strahler & Faith Rogers\, hoop duet\n– and more! \nAmbient Performances:\n– DJ Flesh_Bot\n– dssyenon\n– Em\n– Fire Flower\n– Gray Cat\n– Lucid Dreams\n– Nitoo\n– Ripley\n– tommy von flowington \nLINKS: \n+ Direct ticketing link. https://www.crowdwork.com/e/let-yourself-shine-a-celebration-of-authentic-self-expression \n+ Email address to get lower-income tickets. cyncat@boldurban.org \n+ We Keep Us Safe organizational website. https://wkus.pages.dev \n+ Partiful. https://partiful.com/e/YYDtGHPG3SnkIHpg5Vtn \n+ Facebook event page. https://www.facebook.com/events/1199400798827092 \n+ Brave Space Alliance. https://www.bravespacealliance.org \n+ Bold Urban Renaissance Network NFP. https://www.burningmanchicago.org \nLet Yourself Shine is presented by We Keep Us Safe in collaboration with Bold Urban Renaissance Network (B.U.R.N.). This volunteer run event by members of the Chicago burning man community channels our love of artistic expression to build allyship with & support our gender diverse community. We believe that upholding the values of Radical Self-Expression & Radical Inclusion align deeply with this cause. \nWe Keep Us Safe is a tiny\, informal\, autonomous collective that’s still gestating. WKUS is dedicated to creating safety for each other on a variety of levels that are vital our communities today from within a paradigm of burner values (https://www.bwbchicago.org/about/11-principles-of-burning-man). We’re discovering our power to help facilitate the awareness & practice of good data hygiene\, civically engaged mutual aid\, know-your-rights\, harm prevention\, harm reduction\, non-violent communication\, & psychological safety. \nBrave Space Alliance (BSA) is a Black trans-led LGBTQ+ center on the South Side of Chicago that creates and provides affirming and culturally competent services for the entire LGBTQ+ community of Chicago. \nThank you to our fiscal sponsor\, Bold Urban Renaissance Network (B.U.R.N.)\, a nonprofit organization which fosters community arts through grass-roots projects & civic collaboration. We seek to create\, display\, & support interactive arts & civic participation that inspires action & connects people by moving them from passive spectators to creative participants.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/let-yourself-shine-a-fundraiser-fot-brave-space-alliance/
LOCATION:iO Theater\, 1501 N Kingsbury\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,dance-dj,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Transcend Planner Release
DESCRIPTION:Dai Minenger\, a Black trans man\, DJ\, and University of Illinois alum with a degree in Music Technology\, is releasing Transcend—a 365-day planner created to affirm and support trans-identifying people. The idea for the planner grew directly from Dai’s experience navigating multiple creative music ventures and finding that existing organizational tools didn’t reflect his workflow or his identity.\nThe book release will take place at Da Book Joint\, a Black woman-owned bookstore on the South Side\, and is open to the public. \nThe event highlights Black and LGBTQ+ creativity\, community-centered wellness\, and the intersection of art\, identity\, and self-care.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/transcend-planner-release/
LOCATION:Da Book Joint\, 6900 S. Stony Island Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60649\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,literary-poetry,networking-mixer,workshop
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SUMMARY:Movie Screening: Come See Me in the Good Light
DESCRIPTION:*Please use link to reserve tickets* \nJoin us on March 1 from 3:00–5:30 PM at Friendship (5150 N Northwest Highway) for a special screening of\nCome See Me in the Good Light — a powerful\, intimate documentary that celebrates love\, art\, and living fully in the face of uncertainty. \nThis film follows acclaimed spoken-word poet Andrea Gibson and their partner Megan Falley as they navigate life\, creativity\, and connection after Gibson’s terminal ovarian cancer diagnosis. Told with honesty\, humor\, and poetic grace\, the documentary explores themes of love\, identity\, activism\, and mortality—offering moments of both deep reflection and genuine joy. It is ultimately a moving tribute to resilience\, tenderness\, and the beauty found even in life’s most difficult seasons. \n🕒 Time: 3–5:30 PM\n📍 Location: Friendship Community Place\n🎟 Cost: Free (donations welcome to help offset the use of our space for this event and others like it)\n🍿 Popcorn will be served; BYOB \nRecommended for teens and older\, with parental guidance encouraged to determine what’s right for your family. The runtime is 1hr 45min. We are leaving time after for a short debrief and discussion. \nCome gather in community\, share a meaningful experience\, and witness a love story that reminds us how precious—and luminous—life can be. \nWe hope to see you there.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/movie-screening-come-see-me-in-the-good-light/
LOCATION:Friendship Community Place\, 5150 N Northwest Highway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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SUMMARY:Open Call for New Dancers
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Glenwood Dance Studio on Sun. March 1st for our first practice for the 2026 season. \nWe are a Country Dancing performing group The Second City Outlaws. It’s a great way to meet people doing a really fun activity. We perform in summer festivals and parades including the Chicago Pride Parade. NOW is the time to get involved in the COUNTRY DANCING FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT ahead. All you have to do is reply and let us know! \nIt’s OK if you are inexperienced or a new dancer. We’ll teach you everything you need to know every week at practice.\nOnce a week on Sundays from 6-8 PM as well as performances (Midsommarfest/Pride Parade/Sundays on State/Market Days and others) \nIt’s completely FREE to be a Dancer with Second City Outlaws thanks to the generous support of our Sponsors!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/open-call-for-new-dancers/
LOCATION:Glenwood Dance Studio\, 7017 N Glenwood\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,pride,sports-recreation,wellness,workshop
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SUMMARY:DIFFA's Lip Sync For Life 2026
DESCRIPTION:This high-energy evening raises critical funds for DIFFA’s Excellence in Care grants program\, supporting organizations that provide direct services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. \nWhat you will experience:\nGourmet Food & Drinks in an electric atmosphere\nJaw-Dropping Homemade Music Videos\nDynamic Live Performances from Chicago’s top drag queens \nHosted by beloved local drag celebrities\, this unforgettable night features pre-recorded lip sync performances from individuals and teams across Chicagoland\, all competing for The Lip Sync For Life 2026 Crown and the claim to fame title of Fan Favorite.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/diffas-lip-sync-for-life-2026/
LOCATION:lincoln hall\, 2424 North Lincoln Avenue\, Chicago\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,concert-music,drag
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SUMMARY:The Abnormal Heart
DESCRIPTION:Winner of the Off-Broadway United Solo Pride Award and celebrated sold-out Hollywood Fringe run\, “The Abnormal Heart” is an unmissable solo piece by dynamic performer and writer\, Parker Mills. The show navigates the comedic yet poignant adventures of a “brave\,” unsuccessful\, middle-aged homosexual and his lifelong search for…something. From pretending to be a born-again Christian to a short stint in phone sex\, and even narrowly escaping death while dressed as a gorilla\, Parker’s journey celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the idea that a heart never truly breaks\, it just gets banged up a little. \nDirected by Marilyn McIntyre and produced by Dawn Sebock. \nTrailer for the show : https://youtu.be/ELqzHXhWSZk?si=M2lSpJ7voSWDs_XV
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-abnormal-heart-2/
LOCATION:The Den Theater\, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Flights for Future Generations by Lindsey Barlag Thornton
DESCRIPTION:In this solo work from prolific performance artist Lindsey Barlag Thornton\, movement\, text\, sound and imagery are overlaid in an exploration of the history of women aviators and spiritualists. By interweaving stories of flight with mysterious encounters in a type of séance-lecture\, flights for future generations navigates our fragile course between faith and uncertainty.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/flights-for-future-generations-by-lindsey-barlag-thornton/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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CREATED:20260219T215519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T050710Z
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SUMMARY:Community Dialogue - LGBTQ+ Activism in Chicago: Past\, Present\, Future
DESCRIPTION:Join the LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dialogue Project and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago for a community dialogue about LGBTQ+ Activism in Chicago: Past\, Present & Future. Held in connection with the MCA’s City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism exhibit\, this gathering will feature storytelling and exchange across generations to cultivate community\, connection\, and imagination for Chicago’s collective future.\nAll are welcome and encouraged to participate!!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/community-dialogue-lgbtq-activism-in-chicago-past-present-future/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:education,networking-mixer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T160000
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theater Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women\, presents a traveling production of Lauren Gunderson’s play The Revolutionists\, a historical and hysterical play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a female perspective. So don’t pardon our French. Pardon our Frenchwomen and their très merciless treatment during the Reign of Terror. \n\nAntioch Public Library\nSaturday\, March 7\, at 2:00 \nCast: Whitney Pipes\, Tera Flores\, Pearlie Blue Leaf\, Allison Fradkin \nReservations:  \napld.libcal.com/event/15890733
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/violet-surprise-theater-presents-the-revolutionists/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Lakeside Pride Clarinet Choir 2026 Concert
DESCRIPTION:Do you fantasize about hearing over 20 clarinets play together in harmony? Well\, you are in luck! Join us on March 7th at 4pm for a concert by the Lakeside Pride Clarinet Choir. The ensemble will be under the direction of Westley Art Hodges and will perform an hour concert. This is the ensemble’s only concert this year; they have been working hard on this music since September 2025! Come out and show your support! 50% of cash donations collected at the concert will go to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lakeside-pride-clarinet-choir-2026-concert/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Episcopal Church\, 617 W Belmont Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T220000
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SUMMARY:LBTQ Giving Council's International Women's Day Dance
DESCRIPTION:Joy\, movement\, and community are calling! The LBTQ Giving Council of Chicago Foundation for Women’s International Women’s Day Dance is coming soon on March 7\, 2026 at Hairpin Arts Center. This annual event raises funds for organizations serving Chicago’s LGBTQIA+ community. Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and connection. \nTickets will go on sale on Monday\, January 5\, and sponsorship opportunities are available now at www.cfw.org/iwdd. Early bird tickets are $50 for the first 100 tickets. After the first 100 tickets sell out\, tickets are $75. Senior and student ticket pricing is $50 and available beginning on January 5.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lbtq-giving-councils-international-womens-day-dance/
LOCATION:Hairpin Arts Center\, 2810 N Milwaukee Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,dance-dj
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SUMMARY:Asians & Friends Lunar New Year Dinner & Show
DESCRIPTION:It’s off to the races with the Year of the Horse and Asians and Friends Chicago (AFC)\, which proudly announces the details of the city’s only LGBTQ Lunar New Year Dinner and Show. The social group will be hosting members of the city’s lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community and allies on Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\, at Furama Restaurant\, 2nd Floor\, West Hall\, 4936 N. Broadway\, in Chicago at 6:30 p.m. \nHighlighting the evening will be a raffle and special performances by AFC members based on the rumbling energy of a stampede of horses. The evening will feature horse-themed décor\, a highly visual and upbeat musical review and multiple courses of Cantonese and Mandarin cuisine.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/asians-friends-lunar-new-year-dinner-show/
LOCATION:Furama Restaurant\, 4936 North Broadway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:culinary,theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T230000
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SUMMARY:HER: HRC Chicago Presents: 90s Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate equality\, community\, and unapologetic joy at HER: HRC Presents — 90s Dance Party—a throwback night honoring women and the LGBTQ+ community. \nHeld during International Women’s Month\, this event uplifts the power\, resilience\, and impact of women while celebrating queer culture and chosen family. \nAll proceeds benefit the Human Rights Campaign\, supporting the fight for full equality for all. \n21+ event. Valid government-issued ID required for entry.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/her-hrc-chicago-presents-90s-dance-party/
LOCATION:D.S. Tequila\, 3352 N Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T163000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260225T062249Z
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theater Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women\, presents a traveling production of Lauren Gunderson’s play The Revolutionists\, a historical and hysterical play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a female perspective. So don’t pardon our French. Pardon our Frenchwomen and their très merciless treatment during the Reign of Terror. \nWhite Eagle Owners Club of Naperville\nSunday\, March 8 (International Women’s Day)\, at 2:30 \nCast: Leslie SR Beebe\, Scottlynn Stroming\, Kit Kelly\, Bonnie Hart \nReservations: \neventbrite.com/e/the-revolutionists-by-lauren-gunderson-performed-by-violet-surprise-tickets-1982130136596
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/violet-surprise-theater-presents-the-revolutionists-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women\, presents a traveling production of Lauren Gunderson’s play The Revolutionists\, a historical and hysterical play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a female perspective. So don’t pardon our French. Pardon our Frenchwomen and their très merciless treatment during the Reign of Terror.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/violet-surprise-theatre-presents-the-revolutionists/
LOCATION:Niles Public Library\, 6960 W. Oakton Street\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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SUMMARY:312 Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 312 Day with us at a massive party at Elston Electric! We’re taking over the venue from 6 PM to midnight for a high-energy night of music\, arcade games\, and Chicago pride. Expect DJ sets\, classic arcade fun\, and raffles for exclusive prizes throughout the night – all while celebrating the city we love and the iconic area code that represents it. \nAlso! Win big at the Bash. We’re giving away prizes all night\, including a Lucid Motors weekend rental\, Stern Pinball Mini Pop Bumper Lights\, an Ivy Hall prize pack\, and a limited edition SVRN x Do312 shirt. Plus Chicago Fire tickets\, Goodman Theatre tickets\, and gift cards from spots like Portillo’s\, Levain Bakery\, The Dandy Crown\, Marina’s Bistro & Rum Bar\, Honeybear Cafe\, Freestyle Ceramics & Tufting\, Tanuki Sushi & Grille\, and Wake ’n Bacon. \nHosted by:\nLynzo The Heartthrob \nDJ Sets by:\nKitt Vesper\nDeeper\nShuga Records with Majinbuul & Shuga Rose
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/312-day/
LOCATION:Elston Electric\, 1357 N Elston Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj,games-trivia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20251209T234036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T234036Z
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SUMMARY:MUDRA By Shalaka Kulkarni
DESCRIPTION:Interdisciplinary Asian-American dance artist Shalaka Kulkarni creates experiences that bridge the ancient and contemporary. In this piece featuring guest artist Yoshinojo Fujima (aka Rika Lin)\, Kulkarni illuminates a dance-theatre journey through sand\, water and the language of gestures. \nMUDRA is inspired by Shalaka’s time spent with the renowned Maureen Fleming – a Guggenheim Fellow and Fulbright Scholar. This residency was made possible through a grant through 3Arts\, a nonprofit organization that supports artists working in the performing\, teaching\, and visual arts in the Chicago metropolitan area.  \nAbout the Artists\nShalaka is trained in Bharatanatyam and Kathak styles\, working under artists Pranita Nayar\, Sandhya Desai and Nana Shineflug\, and holds an MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts and Media from Columbia College Chicago. Her work explores female identity\, societal norms\, and mythic narratives through hybrid movement and storytelling. As a principal dancer and choreographer\, she has performed in India\, the U.S.\, and Europe\, including work with Kalapriya Dance Company and the Anila Sinha Foundation. She is also a founder of SurTaal\, a collective presenting hybrid Indian classical dance works. Her creative collaborations include performances in The Story of Ram (Harris Theater)\, the Fever Up series (Chopin Theater)\, Bridge Dance Festival (Links Hall)\, Chicago Danzetheatre Ensemble\, La Pocha Nostra\, Dance Chicago Festival. She has also held residencies at the Chicago Cultural Center\, High Concept Labs\, Mandala Arts\, Ragdale\, and SloMoCO (Movement and Computing Community). Learn more about Shalaka at shalakakulkarni.com or on social media @shalaka_dance.  \n  \nYoshinojo Fujima (aka Rika Lin) is an interdisciplinary artist\, dancemaker\, and Grandmaster in Fujima-style Japanese classical dance and is part of the postwar Japanese American diaspora. Her process and art springs forth from the complete immersion in traditional practice and then ‘sonar pings’ as questions\, challenges\, and then fireworks into a coalesced impression. Learn more at yoshinojo.org/ or follow on social media @fujima.yoshinojo.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/mudra-by-shalaka-kulkarni/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260129T023345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T051438Z
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Cornerstone Community Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Join other LGBTQ+ and ally volunteers as we help Cornerstone Community Outreach decorate their residential areas for Easter! 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-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260121T021433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T050549Z
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SUMMARY:53rd Annual Glass Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:The 20-30-40 Glass Society of Illinois is proud to present their 53rd Annual Glass Show & Sale\, the 2nd longest running Depression Glass show in the country. The show has a new and exciting location this year\, filled with booths of beautiful glassware ranging in price from a few dollars up to thousands. \nMore than 20+ dealers from across the United States will showcase not only Depression Glass but Elegant\, Carnival\, Art and Mid-Century Modern Glass along with Pottery and Kitchenware. This is the show to find something unique\, to complete a collection or start a new one!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/53rd-annual-glass-show-sale-2/
LOCATION:Lithuanian World Center\, 14911 127th Street\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:art-gallery,exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260311T215010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T215010Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Trades Fair: Empowering the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Women in Trades: Empowering the Future\, a tabling event showcasing career opportunities\, training programs\, and resources for women in the trades. Connect with industry experts\, discover new pathways\, and get inspired to take the next step in a rewarding career in the trades. \nAccessibility\nNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/women-in-trades-fair-empowering-the-future/
LOCATION:Sulzer Regional\, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference,networking-mixer,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260305T023321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T023321Z
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women\, presents a traveling production of The Revolutionists\, a historical and hysterical play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a woman’s perspective. So don’t pardon our French. Pardon our Frenchwomen and their très merciless treatment during the Reign of Terror.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/violet-surprise-theatre-presents-the-revolutionists-2/
LOCATION:Rakow Center\, 665 Barrington Avenue\, Carpentersville\, 60110\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20251009T171539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T213708Z
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SUMMARY:The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page
DESCRIPTION:The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page explores the imaginative artistry required to turn the classic children’s story into a beloved movie. Divided into three sections—Writing\, Costume\, and Production Design—the installation reveals how the designers brought L. Frank Baum’s world to life. \nHighlights include a replica of Dorothy’s Ruby Red slippers\, an early draft of the script\, a prototype of the iconic Flying Monkey costume\, a character costume from Emerald City\, and a replica of the Cowardly Lion’s Badge of Courage. Visitors will also see a production memo about Dorothy’s look and a rare painting of the Emerald City. Families\, film lovers\, and design enthusiasts alike will find something to spark their imaginations. \nThe installation will be on view in two galleries on the Museum’s third floor. \nImage: MGM\, The Emerald City\, 1939\, pastel on board\, The Richard H. Driehaus Collection.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-land-of-oz-beyond-the-page/
LOCATION:Driehaus Museum\, 50 E. Erie St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:art-gallery
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260311T232117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T015620Z
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SUMMARY:Andersonville Restaurant Weeks
DESCRIPTION:Andersonville Restaurant Week is back! The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce is excited to once again showcase the abundance of great restaurants throughout the district. Restaurant Week is a great way to try a new spot\, explore the diverse cuisine and fine dining in Andersonville\, and support small businesses! The wide variety of restaurants will offer $30 / $45 / $60 special prix fixe menus* to enjoy. *Prices vary by location. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Participating Restaurants \nAnteprima | 5316 N Clark | Menu\nBar Roma | 5101 N Clark | Menu\nBig Jones | 5347 N Clark | Brunch : Lunch : Dinner\nFireside Restaurant & Lounge | 5739 N Ravenswood | Menu\nFiya | 5419 N Clark\nKopi Cafe | 5317 N Clark | Menu\nLady Gregory’s | 5260 N Clark\nMinyoli | 5420 N Clark | Brunch : Lunch : Dinner\nOda Mediterranean Cuisine | 5657 N Clark\nRanalli’s | 1512 W Berwyn | Menu\nReplay Andersonville | 5338 N Clark | Menu\nSmack Dab | 6730 N Clark\nSwedish American Museum | 5211 N Clark | Menu\nTala House | 5022 N Clark\nTanoshii Sushi | 5547 N Clark | Menu\nUvae Kitchen & Wine Bar | 5553 N Clark | Menu
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/andersonville-restaurant-weeks/
LOCATION:Andersonville neighborhood
CATEGORIES:culinary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260205T181524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T220742Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Ramey Mollenkott Award Reception and Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQ Religious Archives Network is hosting a reception to honor Heather Rachelle White\, PhD\, this year’s recipient of its annual Virginia Ramey Mollenkott Award. White is being honored for her paper exploring the importance of the church parish hall—a space where the sacred and secular overlap—in facilitating the early LGBTQ rights movement. The Mollenkott Award is the only one of its kind that honors outstanding research and scholarship in LGBTQ religious history\, and this event coincides with the 25th anniversary of the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network. Enjoy food\, drinks and mingling at our reception followed by an interview and Q&A with White. This event is co-sponsored by Gerber Hart Library & Archives. Learn more about the Mollenkott Award\, our awardee and guest speakers at this event at https://lgbtqreligiousarchives.org/vrm2026.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/virginia-ramey-mollenkott-award-reception-and-presentation/
LOCATION:Chicago Temple/First United Methodist Church\, 77 West Washington Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:awards,spiritual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260311T215145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T235248Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois Primary Elections
DESCRIPTION:A slew of offices are on the primary ballot\, from U.S. Senate to Illinois governor to Cook County Board President.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/illinois-primary-elections/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260311T235212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T235212Z
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SUMMARY:Resurrection & Renewal: Black Queer Futures in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person discussion exploring how the idea of resurrection connects to personal transformation\, community healing\, and the future of LGBTQ+ leadership in our city. \nTogether\, we will reflect\, share stories\, and celebrate the resilience and brilliance of Black queer experiences.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/resurrection-renewal-black-queer-futures-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus\, 2930 South Michigan Avenue Suite 103B\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,panel-conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T213000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260319T021414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T021414Z
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women\, presents a traveling production of The Revolutionists\, a historical and hysterical play that invites audiences to experience the French Revolution from a woman’s perspective. So don’t pardon our French. Pardon our Frenchwomen and their très merciless treatment during the Reign of Terror.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/violet-surprise-theatre-presents-the-revolutionists-3/
LOCATION:James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts\, 19351 West Washington Street\, Grayslake\, IL 60030\, Illinois\, 60030\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260311T232350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T020300Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Drag Melts ICE
DESCRIPTION:Lucy Stoole & Metro Present…\nChicago Drag Melts Ice\nBenefiting ICIRR\, Midwest Immigration Bond Fund\, Stand With Minnesota\, National Immigrant Justice Center\nfeaturing: Jay Kay • Utica • Aurora Gozmic • Laila McQueen\nAlso Appearing: Dear Jaime • Lady Cummeal • Khloe Park • Serena Fiierce • Honey Bee Rose • Cléo La Muñeca • Jerika Thique-Diamond • Shutt Up • Alex Jenny • Valentine Addams • Tila Von Twirl • Anita Horchata • Bang Bang • Sativa Diamond • Fantasy Banks • Bambi Banks • Essence • Abhijeet • Alexandrea Diamond • Persephone Brooklyn LaRue • Neutral Gena • Sindy Vicious • Milani Varela • The Dommm • Vanda La Rose • Koda Pendants • Valeria Mendez • Stephanie • Tiki Vonté • Nico • Rachel Slurrz • Luv Ami • Helvetikah Blak • Ari Gato • Kerosene\nDJ: Miss Toto
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-drag-melts-ice/
LOCATION:Metro/Smartbar\, 3730 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,drag
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260204T222125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T235314Z
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SUMMARY:Womxn's History Month Celebration Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Center on Halsted invites you to our Womxn’s History Month Brunch! Join us in celebrating the power of community and the legacy and impact of queer womxn of Chicago.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/womxns-history-month-celebration-brunch/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:brunch,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T153000
DTSTAMP:20260510T131223
CREATED:20260107T001620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T221926Z
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Greater Chicago Food Depository
DESCRIPTION:Join LGBTQ+ and Ally Volunteers as we partner with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Volunteers will be packing food at the Chicago Food Depository! Come join us as we repack bulk products into family-sized portions\, sort and categorize donated food items\, glean fresh produce items and bread. This food will be distributed to food bank\, soup kitchens and shelters across Cook County.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-greater-chicago-food-depository-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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