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SUMMARY:Affinity's Sneaker Soiree 30th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sashay your way to Affinity’s “Sneaker Soiree: We’re on the Move!” Anniversary Celebration on Saturday\, October 18\, from 5-9pm at the Charles A. Hayes Center\, located at 4859 S Wabash Avenue\, Chicago\, IL. \nEarly Bird Rate- $100; Regular Price- $125 \nWho doesn’t like a cool sneaker theme\, right?! But don’t get it twisted: we’re still celebrating in style. Whether you sport cocktail\, gala\, avant-garde\, business pro attire\, or none of the above\, rocks your sneakers and ‘fits\, and join us for a fabulous time! \nAnd do we have lots to celebrate! The Sneaker Soiree will feature special guests\, exciting announcements\, video tributes\, delicious food and drink\, great music\, and of course\, dancing! For 30 years\, Affinity has been advocating\, community-building\, and serving Black LGBTQ+ people in Chicagoland alongside you. Thank you for being part of our community over the past three decades and for your love\, support\, and partnership. \nOur 30th anniversary theme\, “Honoring Our Past\, Creating Our Futures\,” reflects our deep appreciation for Affinity’s history and the strong foundation our founders and founding board members established\, as well as our unwavering commitment to advancing Affinity into bolder and newer horizons. \nSo\, get your tickets\, and help us spread the word. Thanks\, and see you on Saturday\, October 18th! \nOur Early Bird Special of $100 per ticket runs now through Wednesday\, September 24\, at 11:59pm CST! After that date\, the price will be $125 per ticket.
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LOCATION:Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center\, 4859 South Wabash Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:It's a Family Affair: Affinity's Annual Pride Family Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Where them fans at?! \nIt’s Pride time and summer cookout time\, y’all! Come hang with your Affinity family at our Annual Pride Family Picnic on Sunday\, June 22\, from 12-4pm at Dan Ryan Woods- East\, Grove 13. This event is free and open to all people of all ages. \nLimited food will be available\, and this is a family-style picnic\, so bring your fave eats\, drinks\, and picnic set-up. The DJ will bring the music\, while you bring the moves and your beautiful selves. \nAlthough this event is free of charge\, we’re requesting RSVPs for a headcount and to keep in touch with people who attend and support our community events and programming. For more info\, refer to the event FAQ or e-mail info@affinity95.org. \nNow\, get those fans\, grills\, and lawn chairs ready. Thanks\, and see you at the cookout on Sunday\, June 22!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/its-a-family-affair-affinitys-annual-pride-family-picnic/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, 8700 S Western Avenue Grove 13\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,outdoor,sports-recreation,wellness
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SUMMARY:Affinity Old School Tea Dance
DESCRIPTION:Happy Spring\, Good People! It’s time to dust off your dance shoes and cut a rug with Affinity at our “Old School Tea Dance” on Saturday\, May 24\, from 1-4pm at Studio Imani\, located at 5917 South State Street! \nDon’t let the event name fool you: the “old school” music we’ll be playing and dancing to spans genres and generations\, including jams that unite ALL generations. So\, there’ll be a little something for everyone!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/affinity-old-school-tea-dance/
LOCATION:Studio Imani\, 5917 South State St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60621\, United States
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SUMMARY:Affinity Burning Bowl
DESCRIPTION:Affinity Village\, mark your calendars for Affinity’s Annual Burning Bowl Ceremony on Sunday\, March 23\, from 1-4pm Location TBD. Burning Bowl\, a long treasured Affinity tradition\, helps us clarify our intentions and aspirations\, release habits that hold us back\, gather in dialogue\, and embrace the possibilities of our next chapters. The intergenerational dialogue gives Affinity the opportunity to listen directly to our community’s aspirations and needs.\n\n \n\nWe also celebrate outstanding individuals at Burning Bowl for their contributions to the Black LGBTQ community.
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