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All levels and dialects of Chinese are invited for a bi-weekly conversation club. Our favorite host, Lily Wang, is reserving a space for us on first and third Mandarin Mondays... Check out the new high-tops in the right nook of the bar, for our own private hangout spot🍸 All levels and dialects of Chinese are invited for a bi-weekly conversation club. If you only want to speak Chinese you will have a variety of dialect stickers to choose from (aka, don't wear an English sticker if you want use only Chinese). If you just want to be there for cultural vibes, language learning motivation and tv/cinema/music/dining/travel recommendations with a dedicated group that's great too 👄🧠🌏 Details: Chinese Club at Nine Bar 1st and 3rd Mondays 6-8PM Perk with ticket You have the option to subscribe monthly for $25 instead of paying $15 for each individual ticket Seating is limited so subscription holders will be prioritized.

A night of live comedy, DJ sets, food, chai, and connections for Chicago’s South Asian and Brown women. Come solo, leave connected! Get ready for a night of laughter, music, food, and connection! Brown Girl Chaos brings Chicago’s South Asian and Brown women together for a vibrant social experience celebrating community, culture, and new friendships. Join us for stand-up comedy performances by Pinky Patel and Najah Bhatty, a DJ set, food vendors, chai, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people. Whether you're coming with your girls or showing up solo, this is your chance to step outside your usual circle, share a few laughs, and connect with women who get you. Forget awkward networking. We're creating a welcoming space where conversations flow naturally, the music keeps going, and new connections can turn into lasting friendships. What to Expect Stand-Up Comedy: Performances by Pinky Patel and Najah Bhatty DJ Set & Music: Good music and great vibes Food Vendors: Explore food offerings from event vendors Chai & Conversations: Relax, mingle, and connect Community & Networking: Meet new people and expand your social circle Banterr: Discover new ways to connect beyond the event

Intro to Traditional Mexican Medicine and Rebozo history, to reconnect and reclaim our ancestral ways of healing We will learn the differences between what is a true indigenous rebozo vs. a colonial rebozo; which are clear and proven. We will learn the medicinal vs. spiritual use of the rebozo, as well as non-invasive techniques, and other techniques that require a broad knowledge of the body's anatomy. As well as your emotional and physiological state. The training that will be provided will sensitize us all to use ancestral and traditional therapies with respect, honor and free of cultural appropriation: PLEASE NOTE - this class is fluid and is meant to be driven by both the instructor and attendees. Below are some topics that may be addressed but it not a comprehensive list.* IMPORTANT - All are welcome to this event, but it will be centering BIPOC communities. If this context doesn't feel like a good fit, then this workshop may not be for you. Reciprocity-Based Registration This workshop uses a reciprocity-based registration model. Everyone receives the same training, materials, and hands-on instruction regardless of the registration level selected. The different rates are intended to make the training accessible while also recognizing that accessibility must be sustainable for the person providing the work. Community Access — $230(please be mindful and choose what you can afford) For participants experiencing a meaningful financial barrier. This limited early-access rate is available through October 18. If this rate is financially accessible to you, I invite you to choose Community support or above. Community Supported — $250 For participants who need some financial flexibility but are able to contribute more than the Community Access rate. Sustainable Value — $300 This is the rate that allows this workshop to be offered sustainably. It reflects not only the hours of instruction, but also the preparation, materials, travel from Ohio, transportation, lodging, meals, and the time required to bring this training to another community. Community Sustainer — $350 For participants who have greater financial capacity and would like to contribute beyond the Sustainable Value. This helps offset Community Access registrations and supports my ability to continue bringing this work to other communities. Scholarship sponsor $400. This level is for participants who would like their registration to directly help another person access the training. For every Scholarship Sponsor registration, a partial scholarship will be made available to someone who otherwise could not afford to attend. How the Reciprocity Model Works $225 — Community Access I need significant financial accessibility to participate. $250 — Community Supported I need some financial flexibility. $300 — Sustainable Value I can pay the amount that sustainably supports this training. $350 — Community Sustainer I can contribute beyond Sustainable Value $400 — Scholarship Sponsor I can contribute at a level that directly creates additional scholarship access. Some of the topics that we will learn are: Intro to Traditional Mexican Medicine Frio y calor (cold & hot) Herbal Baths Rebozo Purhepecha Lucia’s Story and the story of her grandmother Stories, and actual situation of the rebozo Daily uses of the rebozo Types of rebozos, how a backstrap loom works, Cultural Appropriation and problems The energy & symbolism behind the rebozo Evidence: Intuition + Science Self-care and client-uses of the rebozo: physical and mental DATE AND TIME: 1st Session **November 12th 5:30 pm -9:00pmCST **** 2st Session ** November 13th 5:30 pm-9:00pm CST *** This is not a certification. My work centers the stories and wisdom of Indigenous People. Its cultural appropiation free. Thanks for your support! ** Please note, payment plans are available to anyone interested in this workshop! Just email and we can figure out something that works for you. Space is limited, but I want this work to be accessible -Lucia Echeri **

PFLAG DuPage emerged from a grassroots need in 2004 when dedicated members of the Hinsdale chapter recognized the importance of establishing a local support network in the far western suburbs of Chicago. For over two decades, the Wheaton, IL-based chapter has consistently gathered every third Sunday to provide compassionate support to LGBTQ people and those who love them. Born from the national PFLAG movement—founded in 1972 by a mother's simple act of public support for her gay son—PFLAG DuPage carries forward this legacy of leading with love. The organization serves as a caring community for individuals dealing with challenges related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and family relationships, offering a judgment-free space where parents, siblings, friends, and LGBTQ individuals can find understanding and connection. What sets PFLAG DuPage apart is its unwavering commitment to three core values: providing genuine emotional support, delivering quality educational programs that build understanding, and advocating fiercely for equal rights and societal affirmation. The chapter's volunteer-driven approach reflects its authentic community roots, ensuring that every interaction is grounded in genuine care and confidentiality. For anyone seeking acceptance, information, or friendship while navigating identity issues, PFLAG DuPage represents a safe harbor within the Wheaton community.