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SUMMARY:Queer Men's Therapy Group
DESCRIPTION:This is a weekly\, ongoing\, in-person therapy process group exclusively for queer men. The Queer Men’s Therapy Group is a place to discuss the challenges and joys or your queer identity\, navigate complex relational dynamics\, strengthen your self-concept\, explore issues related to sexuality\, intimacy\, and love\, and experience community\, connection\, and support.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-mens-therapy-group-2/
LOCATION:3950 N Lowell Ave Chicago\, 3950 N Lowell Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60641\, United States
CATEGORIES:support-group,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
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SUMMARY:Queer Pot Luck
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at our monthly Northwest Side Queer Potluck. This is an all-ages\, family-friendly event that occurs on the first Friday of every\nmonth. April’s theme is School Lunch Throwbacks! Bring your version of your favorite school lunch dish.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-pot-luck/
LOCATION:Friendship Community Place\, 5150 N Northwest Highway\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:culinary,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130146Z
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SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility Rally
DESCRIPTION:🏳️‍⚧️It’s officially that time again! Join Trans Up Front for our second official rally for Trans Day of Visibility. Last year you all showed up\, rain AND shine\, and we can’t wait to see you all again! \nInterested in endorsing this rally? Email us at contact@transupfrontil.com \nCan’t make it but still want to support? You can donate at 🔗 www.transupfrontil.com/donate 🔗 to help us continue our mission of uplifting and advocating for transgender and gender-expansive youth!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/trans-day-of-visibility-rally/
LOCATION:Federal Plaza\, W Adams St &\, S Dearborn St\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:activism,outdoor,support-group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T042425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130704Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeside Pride Resonate Spring 2026 Choir Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sung by our trans\, non-binary\, and gender-expansive choir\, “No One Is Alone” offers one of the most enduring truths: even in the darkest woods\, connection sustains us. In community\, fear softens. In harmony\, grief transforms. \nIn a world still learning to listen\, Resonate lifts its voices to celebrate resilience\, community\, and the power of unity. Featuring Trans composers\, sung by Chicago’s Transgender voices!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lakeside-pride-resonate-spring-2026-choir-concert/
LOCATION:Lakeview Presbyterian Church\, 716 W Addison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T032113Z
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SUMMARY:Old Gold feat. Good Girls DJs (30+)
DESCRIPTION:It’s Springtime Sensuality! Chicago’s beloved all-vinyl day party for queer fam over 30 returns to Three Top Lounge with resident legendary DJs the Good Girls and friends (Lady D\, Lori Branch\, VITIGRRL) dropping the needle on jams to thaw out to. We’ll be soaking up the sun on the roof of the Salt Shed the first weekends in Spring: March 1\, April 4 and May 3 twirling to all-vinyl R&B\, house\, disco and whatever the funk we want because we’re grown! Tickets are available for all dates and advance purchase is highly recommended\, though there will be a limited number first come\, first served at the door. \nThree Top Lounge is wheelchair accessible. The entrance is on the Elston Avenue side of the Salt Shed\, from where you’ll take the elevator or stairs to the top floor. There is an abundance of lounge seating including chairs and couches. If you’d like reserved seating due to mobility challenges such as disability\, pregnancy\, postpartum\, recovery or any other reason\, please email slomoparty@gmail.com . There will be photography and video documentation for future archival and promotional use. By purchasing a ticket you give permission to use your likeness.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/old-gold-feat-good-girls-djs-30-2/
LOCATION:Three Top Lounge\, 1357 N. Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T163000
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ Easter Bonnet Contest
DESCRIPTION:Asians and Friends Chicago\, an LGBTQ social group for Asians and allies\, will host an Easter bonnet-making afternoon with a contest\, egg hunt and contestant parade. Our host venue\, Max’s Place\, 4621 N. Clark in Chicago\, will have Easter bonnet-making supplies\, hat bases\, glue guns and a whole tone of spring glitz to make bonnets. But feel free to bring your own bonnets to enter in the contest! Prizes will be awarded. See you for the best Spring Sunday Funday!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lgbtq-easter-bonnet-contest/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,workshop
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SUMMARY:Congressman Quigley's Annual LGBTQIA+ Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join Congressman Quigley for a town hall focused on the current state of LGBTQIA+ rights. \nPlease join Congressman Mike Quigley for a town hall focused on the Trump administration’s attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community. \nDoors open at 5:00 pm on Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026\, at Center on Halsted\, 3656 N Halsted. The program will run from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. This event is free\, but pre-registration is required. As in years past\, please submit questions when registering. \nSpace is limited\, and registrations will be capped to comply with fire marshal requirements. Please register as soon as possible. We hope to see you there! \nA sign language interpreter will be available. \nThis event will be recorded.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/congressman-quigleys-annual-lgbtqia-town-hall/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:education
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SUMMARY:Biomedical HIV Prevention Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Summit was launched by NMAC in 2016 to advance PrEP access for communities most-impacted by HIV. We are the nation’s only convening dedicated to translating complex scientific discoveries and biomedical solutions into effective healthcare delivery for the HIV and public health workforce.  This is the place where science meets action—translating cutting-edge research into real-world strategies for HIV prevention. \nIn its 10th year\, the 2026 Summit is set to expand its focus by addressing HIV from a syndemic\, whole-person perspective and is integrating the broader clinical and public health workforce (see audiences below). As we celebrate a decade of progress\, we’re reimagining what’s possible. This is our moment to embrace a whole-person approach to prevention—because HIV does not exist in isolation\, and neither should our solutions. \nThis year’s theme\, “The Syndemic Approach—Strengthening the HIV and Public Health Workforce” centers the clinical\, community\, and broader public health workforce as key partners in the effort to improve overall health among HIV affected communities and communities with the poorest health outcomes. \nUsing systems thinking\, syndemic and whole-person theory\, and organizational development and management strategies\, the Summit will serve as a training and recruitment hub that strengthens the technical and leadership skills of the clinical\, community\, and public health workforce\, as well as a pipeline to recruit new public and global health professionals.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/biomedical-hiv-prevention-summit/
LOCATION:Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile\, 540 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference,wellness,workshop
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Health National Consortium Convening
DESCRIPTION:The AMA Foundation’s LGBTQ+ Health program hosts an annual national convening in April in the heart of Chicago. The convening brings together top institutions and America’s most influential medical professionals to exchange knowledge\, co-create vital tools\, and foster collaboration that tackles LGBTQ+ health disparities directly.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lgbtq-health-national-consortium-convening/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:TBA Chicago
CATEGORIES:conference,education,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T044235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130848Z
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SUMMARY:Country Dancing at Whiskey Girl Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun night of FREE Country Dancing Lessons at Whiskey Girl Tavern! \nEnjoy your drinks and food while learning some fun and easy line dance lessons and some two-stepping with the Second City Outlaws! \nNO COVER!!!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/country-dancing-at-whiskey-girl-tavern-3-2/
LOCATION:Whiskey Girl Tavern\, 6318 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance-dj
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T220000
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CREATED:20260122T181550Z
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SUMMARY:Clutch Your Pearls! The Gerber/Hart Spring Soiree
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join the Board\, staff and volunteers of Gerber/Hart for an evening of LGBTQ+ comedy! Help support our mission\, celebrate the birthday of Pearl M. Hart\, and have a laugh with us when we all need one! Enjoy food\, drinks\, comedy\, surprises\, and a live auction and lucky draw. Wear your pearls! \nGerber/Hart Library and Archives\, celebrating its 45th Anniversary\, is an independent nonprofit dedicated to collecting\, preserving\, and making accessible LGBTQ+ literature and history in Chicago and the Midwest.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/clutch-your-pearls-the-gerber-hart-spring-soiree/
LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260129T023225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130912Z
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Share Our Spare
DESCRIPTION:Join other LGBTQ+ and Ally volunteers as we help Chicagoland area children in need! We’ll be sorting essentials (books\, clothes\, toys) and packing diaper orders for children and their families.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-share-our-spare-3/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T044613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131214Z
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SUMMARY:Dancing with HIV Book Event
DESCRIPTION:Tony “T-Soul” Hughes lived with HIV for 16 years. During that time\, he wrote poetry. After his death from complications of HIV/AIDS\, his sister Billie Holiday Hughes published those poems in a book called Dancing with HIV. \nBillie grew up in Altgeld Gardens on the South Side of Chicago. She built a career in film and television as a key assistant location manager — The Chi (Seasons 1–8)\, Marvel’s Ironheart\, Heist 88\, Sense8\, and more. She is also the person who carried her brother’s words to print. \nJoin us at Jamii Center for the Arts and Media for a reading and conversation with Billie Holiday Hughes about the book\, about Tony\, and about what it means to preserve someone’s voice after they are gone.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dancing-with-hiv-book-event/
LOCATION:Jamii Center for Arts & Media\, 3850 S Indiana Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:literary-poetry,panel-conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260402T131147Z
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SUMMARY:Marsha Stevens-Pino & Justin Ryan Concert
DESCRIPTION:Marsha Stevens-Pino and Justin Ryan Concert\nFree Admission!\nSaturday\, April 11 at 5PM\nMapel Street Chapel\n220 S. Main St. Lombard\, IL \nAfter publicly coming out as a lesbian in 1981\, Marsha Stevens-Pino (widely recognized as the “mother of contemporary Christian music) her songs were removed from hymnals\, performances were canceled\, and she was largely ostracized by the mainstream Christian music industry. In response\, Marsha founded BALM Ministries (Born Again Lesbian Music)\, creating a vital artistic and spiritual home for LGBTQ+ Christians. Justin Ryan—a queer Christian singer-songwriter originally from Paducah\, KY met Marsha through the Metropolitan Community Church. Encouraged by Marsha\, Justin moved to Nashville to record with her\, which led to studio work and background singing for renowned country artists. Come hear their beautiful music and be moved by their inspiring stories! \nSponsored by First Church of Lombard
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/marsha-stevens-pino-justin-ryan-concert/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music,spiritual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20251204T163803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131006Z
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SUMMARY:Center on Halsted's Human First Gala - Family Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 11\, 2026  \n6pm Reception • 7pm Dinner & Program \nThe Geraghty  \n2520 S Hoyne Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60608 \nAbout Center on Halsted\nCenter on Halsted is the Midwest’s most comprehensive community center dedicated to advancing community and securing the health and well-being of the Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) people of Chicagoland. More than 1\,000 community members visit the Center every day\, including Center on Halsted and Center on Addison in Lakeview and Center on Cottage Grove in Woodlawn.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/center-on-halsteds-human-first-gala-family-reunion/
LOCATION:The Geraghty\, 2520 S. Hoyne Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,gala
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260402T125751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T125751Z
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SUMMARY:Violet Surprise Theatre Presents: The Revolutionists
DESCRIPTION:The Revolutionists will not be televised. It will be dramatized – by Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of women. Written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Iris Sowlat\, The Revolutionists is a hysterical and historical (or\, more accurately\, herstorical) 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-6/
LOCATION:Pleasant Home\, 217 Home Avenue\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60302\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T043644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T132442Z
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SUMMARY:Rowan Tree Queer Care Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Rowan Tree Counseling at the Queer Care Fair 2026 for a free day of education\, resource sharing\, and community building! This year we are featuring a large collective of incredible orgs\, artists\, and clinicians who serve the queer community of Chicago. We are so excited to share some of the programming with you: \nCreate your own Personal Pride Flag with Rowan Tree therapists. Get yourself a queer-inspired flash tattoo by incredible queer artists Kara Sparks and Em Osgood\, first come first serve (more flash info to come). Shop our FREE Gender Affirming Community Closet and swap clothes with the T Boys of Chicago. Learn all you need to know about gender gear from our friends at Early to Bed. Explore how to get involved with the activists of Trans UpFront Illinois and the folks at Hope for the Day. Meet with the all-body-empowering\, trans-affirming gym owners from Above the Bar. \nCheck out upcoming events and artists of the Newport Theater and immerse yourself in the magical power of zine art with the Trans.Cribe. Bodywork by Theo will be there to teach the power of massage and healing. Learn from expert Dr. Laura Ross about pelvic floor therapy\, and Physician Assistant Rachael Johnson of the Gender Affirming Surgical Program at UIC. \nSun. 4/12/2026\n12-4pm\nRowan Tree Counseling\n4846 N Clark St #100 Chicago IL 60640\nRSVP: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rowantreecounseling/2104190 \nre: covid safety\nMasks are encouraged and will be provided. Additionally\, we run air purifiers in each room as a matter of standard operating procedure.\nCan’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/rowan-tree-queer-care-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Rowan Tree Counseling\, 4846 N Clark St #100\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference,support-group,wellness,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131440Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening at Nobody's Darling
DESCRIPTION:Nobody’s Darling will screen the short film “Committed” – written by Lisa Cordileone and directed by Monica Raymund. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Lisa Cordileone.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/film-screening-at-nobodys-darling/
LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260312T000309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131027Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Future Outlook Conference: Strengthening Our Community of Care
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two days of expert-led sessions\, networking\, and professional development opportunities. Perfect for educators\, mental & physical health practitioners\, social service providers\, and anyone working with the LGBTQ+ community.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/2026-future-outlook-conference-strengthening-our-community-of-care/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:conference,education,wellness,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260312T000212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131336Z
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SUMMARY:(out): A New Musical
DESCRIPTION:In the near future\, a geomagnetic storm hits the Earth\, wipes out the internet\, and plunges the world into a total blackout. Five young adults must stick together as they work through dwindling resources\, scorching summer temperatures\, isolation from the outside world\, and their own complicated histories with one another. But how far can they stretch their limited survival knowledge to make it to the next day… or week… or… \nSet to an original indie folk score\, (out) explores our response to catastrophe\, queer love\, and the difference between existing versus actively participating in our own lives.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-a-new-musical/
LOCATION:The Newport Theater\, 956 West Newport Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
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SUMMARY:safronia\, by avery young
DESCRIPTION:For two performances only\, Lyric presents a world premiere musical work from Chicago’s first-ever poet laureate\, the celebrated interdisciplinary artist avery r. young. \nTriumph and tragedy converge in this universal yet personal story of the Great Migration. This Afro-surrealist tale is told through the eyes of the Booker family\, who return from the northern U.S. to their Southern hometown after five years of banishment to bury their patriarch. \nFirst conceived following young’s groundbreaking collaboration with Lyric around Twilight: Gods in 2021\, safronia marries folklore\, poetry\, and history\, with music inspired by gospel\, blues\, funk\, and soul. This visually immersive\, concert-style performance continues Lyric’s commitment to presenting art that reflects our city and our stories. \n\n\nLanguage: Sung in English with projected English titles\nRunning Time: 2 hours\, 20 minutes including 1 intermission\nLocation: Lyric Opera House\nComposer and Librettist: avery r. young\nDirector: Timothy Douglas
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/safronia-by-avery-young/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Lyric Opera House\, 20 N. Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, 60606
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260311T233227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T233227Z
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SUMMARY:Jimbo the Drag Clown
DESCRIPTION:JIMBO is a multi-disciplinary performance artist and designer\, most known for his drag persona JIMBO the Drag Clown!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/jimbo-the-drag-clown/
LOCATION:The Den Theater\, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,drag,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260221T171848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T172759Z
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SUMMARY:ChiPride Volunteering + Feed My Starving Children (Schaumburg)
DESCRIPTION:Join LGBTQ+ and Ally Volunteers as we partner with Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg! Volunteers will help pack food in an assembly line. FMSC provides food aid to children facing hunger to fight malnutrition worldwide. \nVolunteers will also help complete supporting tasks within the warehouse\, including being a cart runner\, box runner\, box filler\, soy & rice scooper and palletizer\, or label maker. \nLocation\, Parking\, and Public Transportation: Parking is available in their adjacent parking lot. Feed My Starving Children is located in Schaumburg just South of I-90.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chipride-volunteering-feed-my-starving-children-schaumburg/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260311T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131850Z
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SUMMARY:Lighthouse Foundation's Level Up Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Black LGBTQ+ people across Illinois to gain professional development skills\, get help starting a business\, or gain job search skills. \n\n\n\n\nLighthouse Foundation’s 4th Annual Level Up Conference is a dynamic\, solutions-focused\, full-day convening designed to equip job seekers\, working professionals\, entrepreneurs\, philanthropists\, and community leaders with the tools\, relationships\, and insight needed to navigate today’s rapidly evolving economic landscape. Through interactive workshops\, skills-building sessions\, panels featuring industry leaders\, and a job fair\, participants gain practical insight into workplace readiness\, career pathways\, and entrepreneurship. \nThe 2026 Level Up Conference will be held Saturday\, April 18\, at Venue Six10 in Chicago. While this event centers the wisdom and experience of Black LGBTQ+ folx\, people of all identities are enthusiastically encouraged to attend! \nHighlights include: \n-An opening plenary featuring Black LGBTQ+ CEOs leading prominent nonprofit institutions \n-A Black LGBTQ+ Joy as Foil to Turbulent Times\, a panel spotlighting the wisdom of Black LGBTQ+ executives \n-Three core programming tracks: Toolkit: Obtaining a Job\, Advancing in your job\, and Entrepreneurship; Launch: 18-24 year olds Building Dreams Together\, a youth development track; Creating Joy in the Work\, a dedicated philanthropy track \nAdditional elements include dinner and drinks\, evening music performances showcasing Black LGBTQ+ joy\, and a closing panel featuring philanthropic and social justice nonprofit leaders discussing how to center joy in activism. From professional development and relationship-building to rest\, reflection\, and shared vision\, Level Up serves as a strategic gathering point that affirms joy as critical infrastructure for effective\, sustainable work and social change.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lighthouse-foundations-level-up-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Venue SIX10\, 610 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:conference,education,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260319T020538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T020538Z
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SUMMARY:Asians and Friends Country Western Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Asians and Friends Chicago (AFC)\, a social group for LGBTQ Asians\, allies and\nthose interested in Asian cultures\, will host a celebration of country music and dance with a\nsaloon-themed fundraiser they’re calling\, “Burlesque in the West.” The theme reflects the Lunar\nNew Year zodiac sign of the horse and will raise funds for the group’s Pride Parade efforts. \nThey will host the annual function on Sat.\, April 18\, 2026\, at 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Club\, 4000\nN. Sheridan Road\, for the last time at that location since it is scheduled to close at the end of\nApril. In addition to D.J. Aaron Sager spinning country hits\, AFC members will entertain guests\nwith Western-themed musical numbers.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/asians-and-friends-country-western-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Holiday Club\, 4000 N. Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,dance-dj,networking-mixer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T042231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T042231Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Spring 2026 Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band emerges from its winter sleep\, ready to captivate you with the restorative sounds in this spring concert. Bask in the “Golden Hour” by Cait Nishimura\, or rise from the self-reflection of “Rest” by Frank Ticheli. Join us on April 18 to hear more regenerative melodies that give new vigor to life.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/lakeside-pride-symphonic-band-spring-2026-concert/
LOCATION:Holtschneider Performance Center\, 2330 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260326T031508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T034707Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Broadway Star Jessie Mueller
DESCRIPTION:Tony Award-winning Broadway star Jessie Mueller will take the stage for a special one-night-only concert\, An Evening with Broadway Star Jessie Mueller. A celebrated performer with a voice and presence that have captivated audiences on Broadway and beyond\, Jessie Mueller earned the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her iconic performance as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. She has also starred in acclaimed productions of Waitress\, Carousel\, Into the Woods\, and On a Clear Day You Can See Forever\, earning a reputation as one of Broadway’s most versatile and luminous leading ladies. \nAudiences at the Prairie Center will be treated to an intimate evening of music and stories\, as Mueller performs beloved Broadway classics\, selections from her celebrated roles\, and personal favorites that showcase her remarkable artistry.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/an-evening-with-broadway-star-jessie-mueller/
LOCATION:Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts\, 201 Schaumburg Court\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60193\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music,panel-conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260311T201058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T222151Z
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SUMMARY:Otis Mack's 36th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A star-studded extravaganza hosted by Otis Mack\, Trina Tru Luv and Ruff N Stuff.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/__trashed-4/
LOCATION:Lips Drag Show Palace\, 2229 S Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:drag
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260309T182156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T182156Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Rainbow: A Queer Roast & Toast
DESCRIPTION:The library is open as Chicago’s funniest queers take the mic to read and roast each other to hell—and give some compliments too.\nThe Gay for Pay team joins Becca Nix Tham to present a one-night-only Queer Roast and Toast that will make you clutch your pearls and make you hurl (with laughter). If you thought the Comedy Central roasts weren’t gay enough\, then we’re here\, we’re queer\, and we’re reading the house down! You’ll get to see standup sets from everyone on the lineup to learn who they are and what makes them tick before those juicy details are turned against them in a brawling gay-on-gay roast. \nYour hosts Mary Fiala and Dan Hickey will be joined by Becca Nix Tham\, Rey Tang\, “Gabby” Gabe Sklan\, Shawn Banks\, Delilah Orizaba\, and Merriam Levkowitz for a night of comedy that’s full of jabs\, insults\, debauchery\, and the gayest thing of all—love.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reading-rainbow-a-queer-roast-toast/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161531
CREATED:20260402T130010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130010Z
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SUMMARY:Vanishing Point: Intersecting Planes
DESCRIPTION:Join Vanishing Point Ensemble at Dorothy for an evening of contemporary chamber works! This is the second concert series of our inaugural season\, and the program\, ‘Intersecting Planes’\, features works whose composers interweave contrasting musical traditions and fragmentation. Influences include Renaissance chorale and Gregorian chant\, Celtic fiddle tunes\, Georgian and Japanese folk song\, heavy metal\, American and Appalachian traditions\, and Mozart. \nWorks by Kevin Lau\, Gabriela Ortiz\, Paul Wiancko\, Gabriella Smith\, and Reena Esmail. Program will be approximately 1 hour\, no intermission. \nPerformers:\nCarmen Abelson\, Dylan Feldpausch\, violins\nRebecca Miller\, viola\nJ Holzen\, cello \nDoors at 6pm and the performance will begin at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nRSVPs are free. A $12 cover will be charged at the door.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/vanishing-point-intersecting-planes/
LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music
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