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Join diverse community events and cultural celebrations in Oak Park, IL. Find festivals, networking events, religious celebrations, educational workshops, and gatherings from communities worldwide. Experience the rich cultural tapestry of your area through events that celebrate heritage, foster understanding, and bring people together across cultures."
The 38th Annual National Black Nurses Day Celebration
The 38th Annual National Black Nurses Day Celebration
Welcome to the 38th Annual National Black Nurses Day Celebration! Join us at the Apostolic Faith Church for a day of appreciation for the hard work and dedication of Black nurses. This in-person event will feature inspiring speeches, networking opportunities, and a celebration of the contributions of black nurses to the healthcare industry. The keynote speaker is Michelle Spikes Cain, Associate Nursing Director, Cook County Department of Public Health. Don't miss this special opportunity to honor and recognize the vital role that Black nurses play in our communities. Mark your calendars and be part of this memorable celebration! Vendor presentations, Voter Registration, networking, refreshments, and free raffle gifts from 3 PM until 5 PM. Formal program begins at 5:00 PM.

Friday, 27, 15.00 - Friday, 27, 19.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Black Love Paint & Sip — Inspired by New Edition
Black Love Paint & Sip — Inspired by New Edition
In honor of Black History Month, come out and paint to the sounds of the r& b legends New Edition, BBD, Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill & Boyz2Men!! This guided experience is designed for couples, friends, and solo guests who appreciate good music, good energy, and intentional vibes. This is a "Chicago Curated Experience" where music sets the mood and painting brings everyone together. What’s Included All paint supplies Light Bites (While supplies last) Complimentary Wine tasting New Edition + classic R&B playlist Black Love–inspired atmosphere BYOB BYOB is welcomed 🎟️ Ticket Options $110 – Couples Ticket + Food and Wine Tasting for 2 $60 – Solo Ticket + Food and Wine Tasting for 1 $35 - Painting Experience Only for 1 (Tax and Fees applied at check out) Who This Event Is For Couples looking to relax & reconnect. Friends & besties. Solo guests who enjoy art, R&B, and grown vibes. All are welcome. Come as you are. 📍 Location Art Center of Englewood 748 W 69th St Chicago, IL Event Flow (Suggested – adjust if needed) Doors Open: 15 minutes before start time Painting begins shortly after arrival Music, sipping, and vibes throughout the evening Additional Info No refunds (all sales are final) This is a 21+ event Seating is limited Arrive on time to get the full experience Hosted By LEE |Lela Eventiful Experience Perfect for Valentine’s vibes, Black History Month celebrations, and anyone who loves R&B, art, and good energy.

Sunday, 22, 17.00 - Sunday, 22, 19.00 Chicago, IL _$25

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BCOE General Membership Meeting
BCOE General Membership Meeting
BCOE Is On The MOVE! Please join the Black Contractors Owners and Executives for our next General Meeting on Thursday, February 19th at 5PM-7PM at UJAMAA Construction, located at 7744 S Stony Island Ave., Chicago, IL 60649 - REGISTER TODAY! FREE for all to attend.

Thursday, 19, 17.00 - Thursday, 19, 19.00 Chicago, IL _$25

1619: The Journey of a People, the Musical
1619: The Journey of a People, the Musical
Using various musical forms, including hip-hop and jazz, this dynamic musical production commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and celebrates the story of America’s African sons and daughters.Using various musical forms, including hip-hop and jazz, this dynamic musical production commemorates the struggles, recognizes the heroes, and celebrates the story of America’s African sons and daughters.From the beginning of American slavery to the Reconstruction, the Great Migration, the Civil Rights Era and modern movements for justice,1619 packs generations of history into a two-hour musical theater experience that traces the African-American journey towards freedom and equality.

Saturday, 07, 14.00 - Saturday, 07, 16.30 Chicago, IL _$25

The Blaque Effect
The Blaque Effect
Prevention doesn’t have to feel clinical—it can feel like joy. Join Lace 2 Liberation Inc. as we celebrate 3 years with The Blaque Effect, commemorating National Black HIV & AIDS Awareness Day while uplifting long-acting PrEP education and access. 🖤 Open Bar All Night Lite Bites All-Black. All Purpose. Tickets live

Saturday, 07, 19.00 - Sunday, 08, 00.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
🌈 Calling all Black sapphic women in Chicago! Are you ready for a night of connection, fun, and maybe even finding your perfect match? Join us for a unique event designed exclusively for Black lesbians, bisexuals, and wlw ages 21-35. 💘 How It Works: On the night of the event, head to William's Inn to mingle, sip on drinks, and meet other amazing women in a casual, friendly setting. You will be provided a list of the names of the people you'll meet so you can take notes and identify those you would like to see again. There will be multiple rounds, 5 minutes each. The host will ask an open ended question at the top of each round as a conversation starter. There will be 1 break and time at the end to chat freely to anyone who catches your eye. You will receive an email or text informing you of your matches within 24-48 hours after the event. 🍸 What to Expect: A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at William's Inn. Fun, lighthearted 5 minute dates. Opportunities to meet and connect with other Black sapphics in Chicago.

Saturday, 07, 18.00 - Saturday, 07, 20.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Black History Jamboree
Black History Jamboree
Get Ready for the Black History Jamboree! Join us for an awesome in-person celebration packed with fun, culture, and community vibes. Dive into the rich stories and vibrant traditions that make Black history so special. It’s the perfect chance to connect, learn, and enjoy some fantastic live entertainment. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day filled with music, food, and good times!

Saturday, 07, 10.00 - Saturday, 07, 12.00 Chicago Heights, IL _$25

Black History Month Celebration: Rooted in Resilience
Black History Month Celebration: Rooted in Resilience
Our 2026 Black History Month Celebration: Rooted in Resilience event ushers in our 5th year of Ch(ART)wells: The Connection Between Food, Art, & Culture! Join us at the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts on February 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM (CST) for a night filled with culture, history, and community. Let's come together to honor and celebrate Black History Month with a screening that features two Southside staples, as they share their stories of community impact, growth, and resilience. We can't wait to see you there!

Wednesday, 04, 18.00 - Wednesday, 04, 21.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Rest As Resistance- A Black Therapist Panel
Rest As Resistance- A Black Therapist Panel
REST AS RESISTANCE is the opening event of REST 2026, a Black History Month series rooted in collective care, liberation, and mutual aid. This Black Therapist Panel centers rest not as indulgence, but as survival. In a world that demands constant productivity and emotional labor from Black communities, rest becomes a political, psychological, and communal act of resistance. This gathering is an opportunity to be in honest conversation with licensed Black mental health professionals. Attendees are invited to ask the questions they’ve been holding — about burnout, boundaries, healing, survival, joy, and what it actually looks like to care for ourselves and each other in real life. This is not a lecture. It is a community space grounded in care, accessibility, and truth. The panel will explore: Rest as resistance to burnout and disposability Mental health beyond survival mode Community care as a protective factor Reclaiming rest without guilt or shame This event is free and open to the community. If you’re able, Donations are encouraged and support Sudan mutual aid through Sudanese-led, community-run networks. For Real Therapy will match every dollar donated, doubling the impact of collective care.

Sunday, 01, 14.00 - Sunday, 01, 16.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Black History & Black Love: A Reality Dating Show Experience!
Black History & Black Love: A Reality Dating Show Experience!
Celebrate Black History Month by making history of your own. Are you tired of the endless "talking stage" and ready for a real connection? This February, The Black Love Experience is taking over the country. Our film company uses HAX AI to match you to your date. We then over see commuincation, date plan, and provide a videographer to host and film your first date experience in a reality format! After 60 minutes, you can choose to continue the date, or turn the cameras off! You will receive a finished copy of your episode next day! Super fun!

Sunday, 01, 19.00 - Sunday, 01, 22.00 Chicago, IL _$25

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Kamran Memon
Kamran Memon
Attorney Kamran Memon has been practicing law in the Chicagoland area since 1997. He has successfully represented many clients in a variety of legal matters. Kamran works with a trusted network of attorneys who are experienced and skilled in a variety of legal areas. Kamran graduated from the University of Chicago Law School, where he was a student of Professor Barack Obama. Kamran is a co-founder of the Muslim Bar Association of Chicago and CAIR-Chicago. He is a member of the Muslim Bar Association of Chicago, the South Asian Bar Association of Chicago, the National Association of Muslim Lawyers, the Chicago chapter of the Organization of Pakistani Entrepreneurs, and the Illinois chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. He previously served as a member of the Illinois Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. Kamran is a former host of Radio Islam on WCEV 1450 AM in Chicago. He is a co-founder of the Annual Chicagoland Muslim Community Thanksgiving Turkey Drive.

Chicago, IL

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PFLAG Oak Park Area
PFLAG Oak Park Area
PFLAG Oak Park Area represents Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays—a compassionate community organization rooted in Oak Park, IL that has been making a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals and their loved ones. Founded on principles of acceptance, understanding, and mutual support, this 501(c)(3) non-profit brings together families and friends who share a commitment to celebrating and protecting the dignity of all people. What sets PFLAG Oak Park Area apart is its dual approach to creating positive change. The organization recognizes that meaningful progress requires both personal connection and systemic advocacy. Members gather monthly on the fourth Sunday at 3 p.m. at First United Church (848 Lake St.) to build relationships, share stories, and find strength in community. These intimate gatherings create safe spaces where families can process their experiences and find belonging. Simultaneously, PFLAG Oak Park Area works to transform broader systems through direct engagement with policymakers, educator training initiatives, and public speaking programs that educate and inspire. The organization's letter campaigns amplify the voices of Oak Park residents advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and protections. As part of the national PFLAG network, the Oak Park chapter combines local community knowledge with national resources and best practices. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your family member, hoping to become an ally, or interested in advocacy work, PFLAG Oak Park Area welcomes you to join a community dedicated to love, acceptance, and positive social change.

Oak Park, IL

Chicago Women's Liberation Union
Chicago Women's Liberation Union
The CWLU Herstory Website Project was organized to archive and share the history of the Chicago Women's Liberation Union. Using the Internet to tell the history of women's liberation from the ground up, the Chicago Women's Liberation Union (CWLU) Herstory Project documents the role of the CWLU in the movement for women's liberation and social justice of the late 1960s and 1970s. As original members and new friends of the CWLU, we believe that women continue daily to make history and that we need to support each other. We find our lives constantly shaped by our experiences in the CWLU in our friendships and family, at work, on the streets of the city, in our travels and our quest for justice. By sharing our history we hope others are inspired to act today. "Don't mourn, organize," said Mother Jones. We say that a small group of three to five women can make mountains move. That was a lesson of CWLU workgroups in health, education, employment, and gay rights, to name a few. There we created the ideas and actions that helped women liberate each other from oppressive beliefs and old social habits. Our goal is to connect with women today who are becoming conscious feminists. We want to work together to develop women's leadership and improve the safety and quality of women’s lives in the larger struggle for social justice. The purpose of our organization is to document the role of the Chicago Women's Liberation Union (1969-1977) in the movement for women's liberation and social justice of the late 1960's and 1970's. This project is history from the ground up. With the help of other women interested in feminist issues, former CWLU activists are developing a website. Though the CWLU was active just a generation ago, an understanding of its impact on women in Chicago, as well as the national feminist movement of the times, is largely unknown.

Oak Park, IL

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