Feb 3, 2022

Hey there friends and neighbours, we’re here with our beloved community calendar for the Chicago area!  You’ll find a lot of great activities and events to enjoy over the next few weeks, all just a short drive away.  Check it out on today’s blog.

Today from 12PM to 2PM at the College of Lake County, enjoy a lecture with a panel of guests for CLC Lake County’s History Makers: State of the Black Male: Changing the Narrative event over Zoom.

This evening from 6:30PM to 9PM at Zumbier, enjoy LIVE Trivia!  BYO Food or order delivery in.

Tomorrow, February 4th, at Tony’s Fresh Market from 2PM to 6PM in Waukegan is the Job Fair!  Learn more about it here.

On February 4th at the Genesee Theatre, enjoy a wild, wacky, madcap evening of musical comedy for Guys on Ice starting from 7PM through 9PM.  Check it out here.

On February 5th from 12PM to 2PM at the Dandelion Gallery & Studio, bring a friend or your kiddo and enjoy a Love inspired evening of Block Art.  Learn more at Dandelion Gallery & Studio’s site.

On February 5th from 7:30PM to 9PM at the Three Brothers Theatre on Stage 115, enjoy a performance of “When It Comes We Can Worry Then” for a lovely evening of theatre.

On february 6th from 12PM to 5PM enjoy an R&B Brunch with tickets ranging from $20-$50.  Book your spot now for a day out in Chicago with your friends!

On February 10th enjoy a Galentine Party hosted by Olson’s Ace Hardware in Park Ridge!  You can stop by for a fun filled evening of crafting and decor inspiration with your friends.  It’s a DIY extravaganza with a Sip & Shop to boot! Event is from 5 to 7 and you can get tickets here.

On February 12th, get a little rest and relaxation with Gentle Yoga for Terrible Times at this free event hosted via Zoom!  Click here to learn more and select a date; participation is limited to 500 person capacity login.

On February 12th and February 13th at 10AM at Olson’s Ace Hardware, come on out for a free Kid’s Workshop creating Succulent Plant Valentines!

On February 19th, enjoy the “Intro to PLants” workshop from 11AM to 12:30PM in a free class with a 20% off discount included on all purchases that day.  Click here to register to learn how to be your best plant-parent self!

On February 20th head on over to The Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire for a rousing rendition of West Side Story.

February 20th is Lady Day from 3PM to 5PM at the Metropolis Performing Arts Center in Arlington Heights, chronicling the life and music of the illustrious Billie Holiday at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.

On  February 24th, get in touch with your inner child at the “Adults Night at the Trampoline Park” in Chicago from 7:30PM.  Tickets range from $21-$30 and you can book it right here.

On February 26th, the Second Annual Black Excellence Awards Gala is taking place from 5PM to 8PM.  Learn more about it here.