BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Chicago: Friday (Fri Sep 18\, America/Chicago). Rolling: the w indow moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Discove red and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event detai ls belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\, wh ich is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/chicago-il/friday.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Chicago: Friday (Fri Sep 18\, America/Chicago). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Discov ered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event deta ils belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\, w hich is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Chicago · Friday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DEATH MAGIC DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTSTAMP:20260826T181641Z UID:63854-1786060800-1790380799@artsoflife.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Ron Athey – Marquis Von Bayros – Rachael Bos – Jamie Fle tcher – Danny Frownfelter – Norbert Kox – Bill Lilly – Monika Plio plyte – Sun Ra – Philipp Schopke – Jon Serl – Bronislaw “Bruno ” Sowa – Maria Vanik – Jean Wilson – Albert Zahn\n  \nPray\, carv e\, bleed\, sing. Insist that to look death in the face\, ritually and rep eatedly\, is how one kisses life on the lips. This is magic understood pla inly: not sleight of hand\, but the discipline of transformation\, and rel igion in its most degraded form. \nThe sacred\, in this view\, is not piet y but rupture: sacrifice\, ecstasy\, laughter\, daemonic entities\, and th e corpse. Death here is not simply a subject but a method. Art becomes the site where the restricted economy of production and survival is deliberat ely breached\, where a sovereign act of wasting oneself – bleeding\, pra ying\, dancing\, carving toward no useful end – recovers a continuity be tween beings that ordinary\, bounded selfhood forecloses. The works gather ed here stage exactly this breach: each refuses the discreteness the self is supposed to maintain\, offering itself instead as a willful expenditure \, a controlled burn of the prairie’s boundary – on the border where t he living meet the dead. \nBeneath that scorched wound runs a river. Death is not an event waiting at the end of a life but a force already coursing through it. A pure differentiation\, the self already a multiplicity bein g continuously undone and reassembled beneath its own name. This current t reats the human not as a form to be preserved but as a threshold to be lau ghed at\, dissolved\, desire and death fused into a single accelerant burn ing through identity toward what is on the other side. This exhibition’s icons are not meditations on mortality\, they are remnants of mortality ’s discharge\, operations and apparatuses built by hand\, and by body\, to run the current of death through the self on purpose – not to master it\, but to see\, however briefly\, who or what rears its head from beneat h the surface. \n  \nOpening reception:\nAugust 7\, 2026\n5-8pm \n  \nCX W hours with the guest curator:\nSeptember 17\, 2026\n5:00 – 8:00 pm \nT his exhibition runs through September 25\, 2026. \n******Guest curated by Ryan M. Pfeiffer \nRyan M. Pfeiffer is an interdisciplinary artist\, write r and curator based in Chicago\, IL. His artworks have been exhibited at t he Institute of Contemporary Art (Singapore)\, Breese Little (London)\, Ab baye Saint–Magloire (France)\, Come Again (Berlin)\, The International M useum of Surgical Science (Chicago)\, Western Exhibitions (Chicago)\, Andr ew Rafacz (Chicago)\, LAXART (Los Angeles)\, 80 WSE Gallery (New York)\, I ndiana University (Indiana)\, among others. His works and exhibitions have been published in The New York Times\, Artforum\, Art in America\, The Br ooklyn Rail\, Fulgur Press\, The New City\, the Journal for Extreme Anthro pologie\, and the Religious Studies Review Journal. In 2022\, he co-curate d the first Austin Osman Spare (1886–1956) exhibition in the United Stat es at Iceberg Projects (Chicago)\, celebrating the centennial anniversary of a rare folio of drawings from the Kinsey Institute’s collection. His current curatorial project is ORGANGRINDER at M. LeBlanc Gallery (Chicago) . \n  \n******Special thanks to the Intuit Art Museum\, John Corbett and The Kinsey Institute\, Indiana University\, without whose generous support this exhibition would not be made possible. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T181641Z LOCATION:Circle Contemporary- West Town\, 2010 W. Carroll Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States URL:https://artsoflife.org/event/death-magic/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arts of Life X-SOURCE-URL:https://artsoflife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Twist in the Tale DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260915T054858Z UID:10000290-1786406400-1789948799@www.morainevalley.edu CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Guest Artist: Tatsuki Hakoyama \n\nReception: Thursday\, Sept. 3 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. \nThroughout history\, fables\, folklore\, and fairy t ales have functioned as a way to pass down morals. The paintings from this series reimagine those familiar narratives through a contemporary lens\, revealing the tension between the past and present. Through whimsical comp ositions that merge representational and flat rendering styles\, these pai ntings reflect cultural and generational shifts in our values. \nArtist We bsite: tatsukihakoyama.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054858Z URL:https://www.morainevalley.edu/event/a-twist-in-the-tale/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Moraine Valley Community College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.morainevalley.edu/academics/music-ensembles END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Mum & Bulb Sale DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260818T180641Z UID:2572783-1787270400-1790812799@pdop.org CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:Support the Oak Park Conservatory by shopping locally this fal l with homegrown mums\, fall’s favorite flower. \nWe grow an abundance o f beautiful\, unique\, and hardy mums to brighten up your front porch and garden. Choose from two different sizes in a variety of colors. Order earl y online for best selections. \nPlus\, shop for your spring garden with ea sy-to-grow tulips\, daffodils\, and other bulbs. Rare to find\, naturalizi ng\, and perennial favorites will be on hand. \nOnline sale opens: August 21\nIn-person sale opens: September 18 LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T180641Z LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield St\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States URL:https://pdop.org/event/fall-mum-bulb-sale/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Activities Calendar for Pilsen Satellite Senior Center DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260915T055908Z UID:1-124@alivio.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:{:en}\n\n\n{:}{:es}\nPSSC April 2024 ScheduleDownload\n{:} LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055908Z LOCATION:Casa Maravilla\, 2021 South Morgan St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, U nited States URL:https://alivio.org/events/sep26senior/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Liderazgo • Centro Médico Alivio X-SOURCE-URL:https://alivio.org/es/acerca/liderazgo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Calendario de actividades de abril para El Centro para Personas de La Tercera Edad DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260915T055909Z UID:1-124@alivio.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:{:en}\n\n\n{:}{:es}\nPSSC April 2024 ScheduleDownload\n{:} LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055909Z LOCATION:Casa Maravilla\, 2021 South Morgan St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, E stados Unidos URL:https://alivio.org/es/events/sep26senior/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Liderazgo • Centro Médico Alivio X-SOURCE-URL:https://alivio.org/es/acerca/liderazgo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stories We Carry — September Art Exhibition DTSTART:20260901T050000Z DTEND:20260925T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003171-1788220800-1790294400@lgba.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Explore a community exhibition about the memories\, experience s\, emotions\, relationships and personal stories that shape our lives. Th e exhibition is on view September 1–25 during gallery hours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:La Grange Art League\, 122 Calendar Drive\, La Grange\, IL\, 6052 5\, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/stories-we-carry-september-art-exhibition/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Japanese Redress Exhibit DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260725T122105Z UID:53kmhonmr0i6lcpbtjig9kehfk@google.com CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T122105Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Gallery A Receptions X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.neiu.edu/neiu-libraries END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Healthy Campus Week 2026 DTSTART:20260909T110000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T002519Z UID:14914@live.today.uic.edu CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Healthy Campus Week is a nationwide initiative that encourages college communities to make health and well-being part of everyday campus life. From September 9–19\, Recreation & Wellbeing invites the UIC comm unity to explore programs\, resources\, spaces and simple practices that s upport well-being throughout the year.\n\nThroughout Healthy Campus Week\, discover opportunities already available across UIC\, participate in camp uswide activities\, and try simple practices you can carry into the rest o f your semester. Whether you have five minutes between classes or want to spend a day exploring outdoors\, there's a way to participate that fits yo ur schedule.\n\nHealthy Campus Week activities\n\nFarmers Market and Susta inability\nSept. 9\, Quad\nVisit the UIC Farmers Market\, explore local pr oduce and resources\, and discover ways to make sustainability part of you r everyday well-being.\n\nFood Insecurity Awareness\nSept. 9–17\, variou s campus locations\nSupport fellow Flames by contributing to the Healthy C ampus Week Food Drive benefiting the Flames Food Pantry. Learn more about campus resources that help make nutritious food more accessible to the UIC community.\n\nMove UIC: Physical Activity Challenge\nSept. 16\, Quad\nMov ement can happen anywhere. Walk\, roll\, stretch\, play\, exercise or simp ly move between classes as we work together toward a campuswde physical ac tivity goal. Find a way to move that works for you.\n\nMindfulness & Menta l Wellbeing\nSept. 17\, Student Recreation Facility and Sport & Fitness Ce nter\nTake time to reset and recharge. Explore mindfulness\, active recove ry and other practices that can support your mental and emotional well-bei ng during a busy semester.\n\nFuel Your Flame\nSept. 18\nAdd some UIC spir it to your plate! Choose red and navy fruits and vegetables\, and explore how colorful foods can nourish your body and support your well-being.\n\nE xplore Outdoors\nSept. 19\, Outdoor Adventure Day Trip\nClose out Healthy Campus Week by getting outside with Outdoor Adventure. Connect with others \, experience the benefits of time in nature and discover another way to s tay active and recharge beyond campus.\n\nHealthy Campus Week is an invita tion to try something new\, reconnect with something that already works fo r you\, or discover a campus resource you didn't know existed. Start with one small action and find a way to keep practicing wellbeing long after th e week ends. A special thanks to the Counseling Center\, UIC Dining\, Sode xoMagic and the Wellness Center for additional support for Healthy Campus Week. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T002519Z URL:https://live.today.uic.edu/events/healthy-campus-week-2026/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://live.today.uic.edu/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Night of Fat Juliet at Berger Park DTSTART:20260911T003000Z DTEND:20260922T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T064817Z UID:og8utmofbmquq5mt376lv69ve8@google.com CATEGORIES:civic DESCRIPTION:Berger Park's Fall Solo Performance festival is back! _Fat Jul iet_ will have its Chicago premiere this fall at the 2026 Berger Park Mond ay Night Solo Series. With support from Fat Theatre Project\, this show wi ll extend beyond just Monday nights for a six performance run.  \n\nDark ly hilarious and deeply moving\, _Fat Juliet_ is an 80-minute solo aerial play that reimagines Shakespeare’s heroine as a modern young woman searc hing for love and belonging in a world that wasn’t built for her. And in stead of Romeo\, balconies\, and swordfights\, our Juliet encounters AC/DC \, clowns\, mission trips\, and one too many disappointing one night stand s. Through sharp comedy and raw vulnerability\, _Fat Juliet_ celebrates th e messy act of becoming oneself and the miracles that connect us all. \n\ nContent Transparency: This piece includes mature language and references to sex\, religion\, substance use\, and emotionally intense subject matter . Appropriate for audiences 16+\n\n_Fat Juliet _in Chicago\n\nThurs\, Sept ember 10th\nFri\, September 11th\nMon\, September 14th\nThurs\, September 17th\nFri\, September 18th\nMon\, September 21st\nat 7:30PM\nBerger Park C oach House Theater\n6205 N Sheridan Rd\nAs part of the Berger Park 2026 Mo nday Night Solo Series\nTicket information: $5 available through the park district website:\n\nTicket link: LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T064817Z LOCATION:Berger Park Coach House X-SOURCE-NAME:The 48th Ward Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://the48thward.org/city-council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Magical Forest Houses DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260907T123019Z UID:10013610-1789171200-1791763199@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Search for tiny\, enchanted\, homes built by mythical elves. T hese homes\, built with natural materials\, are hidden along our Farm Pond Trail. Scan the QR codes to learn more about the wee folk’s homes and t o share eco-friendly messages. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T123019Z LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, W illow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/magical-forest-houses/?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HH Services DTSTART:20260912T130000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061521Z UID:10015032-1789200000-1790017200@www.juf.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Schedule for High Holidays 5787 / 2026\nAnshe Sholom B’nai I srael Congregation | 540 West Melrose Street • www.asbi.org \nROSH HASHA NAH\nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 11: Erev Rosh Hashanah\nMAIN SANCTUARY\n6:49 PM Ca ndle Lighting\n6:50 PM Mincha\, followed by Ma’ariv\, with Richard Kahn\ nApprox. 7:45 PM Services End \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 12: Rosh Hashanah Day 1\nMAIN SANCTUARY\n8:30 AM Start Pesukei D’zimra\nApprox. 8:50 AM HaMel ekh and Shacharit\, with Binyamin Cohen\n10:15 AM Sermon by Rabbi Finkelst ein\n10:45 AM Mussaf\, with Charles Abrams\n12:45 PM Services End (estimat ed time) & Kiddush begins\n6:50 PM Mincha\, followed by Ma’ariv\nAfter 7 :48 PM Candle Lighting\, Prep for 2nd Day & Kiddush \nSOCIAL HALL/HASHKAMA \n7:45 AM Shacharit\, with Avi Eisenstein\n9:15 AM Sermon by Rabbi Finkels tein\nApprox. 9:45 AM Mussaf\, with Richard Kahn\n11:25 AM Services End (e stimated time) \nCAMP SHANA TOVA (CST) – For Youth\n9:00 AM CST Babysitt ing Begins (For ages 1 – 5)\n10:00 AM CST Programming Begins (For age 3 – 5\nth grade)\n10:00-10:40 AM Tot Rosh Hashanah (For ages 3 & under\, a ccompanied by a parent)\n**12:40 PM CST Babysitting/Programming Ends \nSUN DAY\, SEPTEMBER 13: Rosh Hashanah Day 2\nMAIN SANCTUARY\n8:30 AM Start Pes ukei D’zimra\nApprox. 8:50 AM HaMelekh and Shacharit\, with Yair Klein\n 10:15 AM Sermon by Rabbi Finkelstein\n10:40 AM First Shofar Blasts (PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY)\, by Jonah Rubin\n11:00 AM Mussaf\, with David Eisenstein\n 1:00 PM Services End (estimated time) & Kiddush begins\n5:00 PM Tashlich ( with Chabad of Lakeview\, at the Boat Park: Roscoe & Lake Shore)\n6:45 PM Mincha\, followed by Ma’ariv\n7:46 PM Havdalah \nSOCIAL HALL/HASHKAMA\n7 :45 AM Shacharit\, with Charles Abrams\n9:15 AM Sermon by Rabbi Finkelstei n\n9:45 AM First Shofar Blasts (PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY)\, by Ezra Landman-Fei gelson\nApprox. 10:00 AM Mussaf\, with Daniel Atwood\n11:45 AM Services En d (estimated time) \nCAMP SHANA TOVA (CST) – For Youth\n9:00 AM CST Baby sitting Begins (For ages 1 – 5)\n10:00 AM CST Programming Begins (For ag e 3 – 5\nth grade)\n10:00-10:40 AM Tot Rosh Hashanah (For ages 3 & under \, accompanied by a parent)\n**1:00 PM CST Babysitting/Programming Ends \n   \nYOM KIPPUR\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20: Erev Yom Kippur\nMAIN SANCTUARY\n2 :45 PM Mincha\n6:15 PM Doors Open & Seating (please arrive early!)\n6:30 P M Kol Nidre (in the Main Sanctuary – combined with the Hashkama Minyan)\ ,\nwith David Eisenstein\n6:34 PM Candle Lighting and Fast Begins\n6:50 PM Sermon by Rabbi Finkelstein & Yom Kippur Appeal\n7:25 PM Ma’ariv and Se lichot\n8:45 PM Special Kol Nidre Talk by Consul General Elad Strohmayer \ nCAMP SHANA TOVA (CST) – For Youth\n6:15 PM CST Programming Begins (for age 3 – 2nd grade)\n7:00 PM CST Programming Begins (for 3rd – 5\nth gr ade\; pleases drop your child off right after\nKol Nidre)\n**9:30 PM CST P rogramming Ends \nMONDAY\, SEPTEMBER 21: Yom Kippur Day\nMAIN SANCTUARY\n8 :30 AM Start Pesukei D’Zimra\n8:50 AM HaMelekh and Shacharit\, with Alla n Miller\n10:40 AM Start Torah Reading\nApprox. 11:15 AM Sermon by Rabbi F inkelstein\nApprox. 11:30 AM Yizkor\nApprox. 12:00 PM Start Mussaf\, with Avi Eisenstein\n2:15 PM Break Begins (estimated time)\n4:25 PM Mincha\, wi th Aaron Feigelson\n6:15 PM Neilah Begins\, with Charles Abrams\n7:32 PM F inal Shofar\, Ma’ariv\, Havdalah\n7:45 PM Communal Break-Fast \nSOCIAL H ALL/HASHKAMA\n8:00 AM Shacharit\, with Daniel Atwood\n10:30 AM Sermon & Yi zkor\nApprox. 11:00 AM Mussaf\, with Yair Klein\n5:00 PM Mincha\, with Nat han Kasimer\n6:10 PM Neilah Begins\, with Richard Kahn\n7:32 PM Final Shof ar\, Ma’ariv\, Havdalah\n7:45 PM Communal Break-Fast \nCAMP SHANA TOVA ( CST)\n8:30 AM CST Babysitting Begins (For ages 1 – 5)\n9:30 AM CST Progr amming Begins (For age 3 – 5\nth grade)\n9:30-10:10 AM Tot Yom Kippur (F or ages 3 & under\, accompanied by a parent)\n**2:00 PM Daytime CST Babysi tting/Programming Ends\n6:15 PM Neilah CST Begins\n**7:45 PM Neilah CST En ds LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061521Z LOCATION:540 W. Melrose\, 540 W. Melrose\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60657\, Un ited States URL:https://www.juf.org/event/hh-services/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med ium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:JUF – Together for good X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.juf.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTYA Presents: "The Tale of the Whale" DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260914T000829Z UID:10001924-1789257600-1790467199@www.nbparks.org CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Presented by Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences (NTYA)\nAl l aboard! Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences (NTYA) is excited to pres ent Tale of the Whale this fall. Join us in our brand new Studio Theatre a t Northbrook Community Center! This interactive story told live at their l evel was created specifically for ages 2-5. Directed by Jonathan Shmidt Ch apman with music direction by Sam Shankman. \nSynopsis\nClimb aboard and j oin the ship’s crew for a multi-sensory theatrical journey across the oc ean\, under the waves and inside the belly of a whale! Ages 0-5+ will enjo y this interactive story. \nPerformances & Tickets LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000829Z LOCATION:Northbrook Community Center\, 3323 Walters Avenue\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States URL:https://www.nbparks.org/event/taleofthewhale/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northbrook Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.nbparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CXW DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260821T181809Z UID:64255-1789344000-1789948799@artsoflife.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The fourth annual Chicago Exhibition Week features over 50 par ticipating galleries and creative spaces across the city from September 14 –20\, spotlighting Chicago’s vibrant cultural landscape and artistic s pirit for locals and visitors alike. Building off the success of last year ’s edition\, which attracted 10\,000 attendees over three days\, CXW26 w ill expand its footprint with over 50 participating galleries\, demonstrat ing the vitality and diversity of the city’s growing commercial art scen e. \n  \nGallery hours for DEATH MAGIC with guest curator Ryan Michael Pf eiffer.\nSeptember 17\, 2026\n5:00 – 8:00 pm \n  \nRyan M. Pfeiffer \nR yan M. Pfeiffer is an interdisciplinary artist\, writer and curator based in Chicago\, IL. His artworks have been exhibited at the Institute of Cont emporary Art (Singapore)\, Breese Little (London)\, Abbaye Saint–Magloir e (France)\, Come Again (Berlin)\, The International Museum of Surgical Sc ience (Chicago)\, Western Exhibitions (Chicago)\, Andrew Rafacz (Chicago)\ , LAXART (Los Angeles)\, 80 WSE Gallery (New York)\, Indiana University (I ndiana)\, among others. His works and exhibitions have been published in  The New York Times\, Artforum\, Art in America\, The Brooklyn Rail\, F ulgur Press\, The New City\, the Journal for Extreme Anthropologie\, and the Religious Studies Review Journal. In 2022\, he co-curated the first Austin Osman Spare (1886–1956) exhibition in the United States at Iceber g Projects (Chicago)\, celebrating the centennial anniversary of a rare fo lio of drawings from the Kinsey Institute’s collection. His current cura torial project is ORGANGRINDER at M. LeBlanc Gallery (Chicago). LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T181809Z URL:https://artsoflife.org/event/cxw/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=i cs&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arts of Life X-SOURCE-URL:https://artsoflife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Diaper Need Awareness Week 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260915T022644Z UID:23081-1789344000-1789948799@www.cradlestocrayons.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The National Diaper Bank Network defines diaper need as “the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep an infant or child clean\, dry\, and healthy.”\nLaunched by the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN ) in 2012\, National Diaper Need Awareness Week is a nationwide campaign t hat brings together diaper banks\, advocates\, community leaders\, organiz ations\, and elected officials to raise awareness about diaper need and in spire action. By working together\, we’re ensuring that babies have acce ss to diapers and other basic necessities required for them to stay clean\ , dry\, and healthy. As part of our work to end Clothing Insecurity\, Cra dles to Crayons is committed to also ending diaper need. \nHelp protect ou r most vulnerable population.\nSupport our efforts to end diaper need for children. Together we can help children grow up safe and healthy\, and eas e the burden on caregivers. \nLearn More LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022644Z URL:https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/chicago/calendar-event/national-diape r-need-awareness-week-2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Cradles to Crayons - Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/chicago/take-action/voluntee r END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hand Puppetry 1 (Level 1) with Chad Williams DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 DTSTAMP:20260915T054750Z UID:10000262-1789344000-1793663999@chicagopuppetfest.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Next Festival: January 20-31\, 2027 \n \n \n \n The Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is the largest of its kind in North America welcoming 22\,000+ audience members each January to enjoy 100+ events in just 12 days right in the heart of Chicago’s winter taking place at dozens and dozens of venues in the city. One of Chicago ’s favorite staycations and a magnet for international visitors\, it’s a great way to see a huge range of fascinating shows – from tiny stages to huge theaters – for adults and whole families – shadow puppetry to bunraku-style – a Festival guaranteed to Astonish & Delight you! Mark y our calendars for the 9th Edition: January 20-31\, 2027. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n revis it the 2026 fest\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see what's happening no w\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Each Year: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Attendees \n \n 0\n k+\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Shows + Events \n \n 0\n +\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Venues \n \n 0\n +\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n Days \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Artists \n \n 0\n + LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054750Z URL:https://chicagopuppetfest.org/event/hand-puppetry-1-level-1-with-chad- williams-fall2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chi cago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagopuppetfest.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:World Premiere of The Humanities DTSTART:20260914T003000Z DTEND:20261004T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T001131Z UID:10319770-1789327800-1791126000@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The Humanities is a provocative play by Zayd Ayers Dohrn in w hich faculty and students at an elite American university grapple with iss ues of gender\, race\, sex\, and violence when a controversial speaker com es to town. Cultural battles are fought\, identities are made and unmade\, and people accustomed to the life of the mind are forced to confront thei r most primal instincts. \nAudience Advisory The Humanities explores com plex and challenging subject matter and contains strong language\, sexual content\, and partial nudity. Recommended for adult audiences. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T001131Z LOCATION:Victory Gardens Theater\, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 6 0614\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/world-premiere-of-the-humanities/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:People Who Do Wrong to Other People Burn in Hell DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209 DTSTAMP:20260829T001757Z UID:64064-1789430400-1796774399@artsoflife.org CATEGORIES:arts,music DESCRIPTION:Candace Turner – Deaudre Steele – Tim Stone – Isamu Guy Conners – Marvin Young – Richard Auth \nGuest curated @fabulous.chica go and Zander Raymond \nOpening reception:\nOctober 6th\, 2026\n6:00 – 9 :00 pm. \nZander Raymond is an interdisciplinary artist\, musician\, and c urator living and working in Chicago\, IL. In his visual work\, he improvi ses with found materials from his day to day to make collages and sculptur es that serve as an autobiographical record of experience while pointing t oward the unseen. His music is similarly rooted in improvisation\, utilizi ng synthesizers\, field recorders\, and open-source sound computers to sam ple\, warp\, and build sonic images that embrace serendipity and highlight the musicality of the ordinary. In early 2026 he started a curatorial pro ject called fabulous\, which primarily is operated out of his apartment. P ast Projects have been hosted by Regards (Chicago\, IL)\, Devening Project s (Chicago\, IL)\, Weatherproof (Chicago\, IL)\, Switch Hook Projects (Chi cago\, IL)\, and Agatha’s (Buffalo\, NY). He’s released music on Love All Day\, Moon Glyph\, Florabelle\, Cached.media\, among others. He holds a BFA in studio from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T001757Z LOCATION:Lula Cafe\, 2537 N. Kedzie\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States URL:https://artsoflife.org/event/people-who-do-wrong-to-other-people-burn- in-hell/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arts of Life X-SOURCE-URL:https://artsoflife.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sonidos Sagrados: Una Exhibición de Instrumentos Aztecas DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260911T002936Z UID:10013549-1789430400-1790553599@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Explora los sagrados instrumentos aztecas en exhibición del 1 5 al 27 de septiembre\, descubriendo los sonidos\, la historia y el signif icado cultural de la herencia musical indígena mexicana. \n \nEnglish Tra nslation \nSacred Sounds: An Aztec Instrument Exhibition \nExplore sacred Aztec instruments on display\, uncovering the sounds\, history and cultura l significance of Indigenous Mexican musical heritage. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T002936Z LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sonidos-sagrados-una-exhibicion-de-instrumento s-aztecas/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kinship Community Choir - Fall Season '26 DTSTART:20260916T050000Z DTEND:20260924T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33231@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Easy-to-join group harmony singing that fosters connection and joy\, focused on the simple pleasure and healing power of singing in comm unity\n\nPrice: Free\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/ kinship-community-choir-fall-season-26-33231 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:2951 West Montrose Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60618 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/kinship-community-choir-fall-se ason-26-33231?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago- il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260917T061332Z UID:10317749-1789603200-1790553599@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:Queer people have always been here. \nWe’ve always created. \nWe’ve always told stories. \nAnd for 44 years\, Reeling has helped bri ng those stories that go from the heart and jump to the page\, and land on the screen\, where they can be watched\, celebrated\, and experienced tog ether. \nReeling is the second-longest-running LGBTQ+ film festival in the world. \nThat’s not a milestone\, it’s a legacy. \nThis year\, join u s for 11 days of queer storytelling. With more than 40 feature films and over 50 short films from all around the world. These stories are proof that queer media matters because we keep showing up for it. \nWhen you pur chase a festival pass\, attend a screening\, or become a Reeling member\, you become part of this legacy. \nYour support helps keep queer stories al ive\, supports the artists who create them\, and helps make sure future ge nerations will have a place to see themselves reflected on screen. \nYou ’re not just joining us for a festival—you’re helping carry forward a queer legacy that deserves to live on. \nFestival passes and memberships are available now\, and individual screening tickets will be released soo n! \nWelcome to Reeling 2026… \nWhere the Magic Is Always Queer LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T061332Z LOCATION:Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema\, 2828 N Clark St\, Chicago\, 60657 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/reeling-the-chicago-lgbtq-internat ional-film-festival/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=c hicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reeling: The 44th Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260917T181319Z UID:10005303-1789603200-1790553599@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival is the second-longest-running LGBTQ+ film festival in the world\, showcasing ind ependent queer cinema\, documentaries\, and experimental shorts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181319Z LOCATION:Various locations URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/reeling-the-44th-chicag o-lgbtq-international-film-festival/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ic s&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival DTSTART:20260917T233000Z DTEND:20260928T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002827Z UID:10000551-1789669800-1790539200@pridechicago.org CATEGORIES:festival,film DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of queer cinema at Reeling: The Chicago L GBTQ+ International Film Festival\, returning for its 44th year. As the se cond-longest-running LGBTQ+ film festival in the world\, Reeling has grown from a humble 1981 screening room into a celebrated cultural legacy\, pro ving that queer media matters because our community continually shows up t o bring these stories from the page to the big screen. \nThis year’s 11- day festival features a diverse lineup of over 40 narrative and documentar y features alongside more than 50 short films from around the globe. More than just entertainment\, Reeling provides a space to celebrate our shared history\, foster connections\, and see the world—and each other—a lit tle more clearly. Join fellow film lovers to honor 44 years of groundbreak ing LGBTQ+ storytelling\; check the festival schedule to explore movie lin eups and reserve your tickets today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002827Z LOCATION:Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema\, 2828 N Clark\, Chicago\, IL\ , 60657 URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/reeling-the-chicago-lgbtq-international -film-festival/2026-09-17/2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:PRIDEChicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://pridechicago.org/events/list END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OKTOBERFEST @ Sketchbook Skokie DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260903T183524Z UID:36qt1ae7aksec3kjid34at000h@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\nEvanston and Skokie\nFood\, Be er\, Music\, and Fun\n\nFOOD!\nYellow Duck Truck will be cooking up brats and more ALL WEEKEND Fri 4-9\, Saturday 12-9\, and Sunday 12-8!\nLimoni Be lli Pizza Truck Friday 4-9\nEl Zorro Taco Truck 12pm-9pm\nTacos 606 Truck Sunday 2pm-8pm\n\nMUSIC in the Biergarden\nFriday 8pm Judson Main\nSaturda y 4pm Diamondback\nSaturday 7pm Nikki O'Neill Band\nSunday 4pm Beaubien Ca jun Band\n\nKids Fall Art Activity\nSaturday and Sunday 2pm-4pm in the all ey\n\nStein Hoisting Contests-\nFriday\, Saturday\, and Sunday at 6pm\n\nH ammerschlagen- Saturday 2pm-4pm!! in the alley LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T183524Z LOCATION:4901 Main St\, Skokie\, IL 60077\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:SB Skokie Public X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sketchbookbrewing.com/all-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:OKTOBERFEST @ Sketchbook DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260917T003918Z UID:18v94j8h3hh6kb61mscggh76h4@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday Evanston and Skokie Food\, Be er\, Music\, and Fun*********************************************Hot Dogs and Brats Friday\, Saturday and SundaySoft pretzels from Button Bakery all weekend long!Stein Hoisting Contests 6pm Friday\, Saturday and SundayHamm erschlagen 6:15pm Friday\, Saturday and Sunday**************************** ******************Saturday Social Trivia Saturday at 7pmSunday Trivia at 3 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003918Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SB Evanston Public X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sketchbookbrewing.com/all-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Landscape Echoes: Texture\, Form and Tension - Sculptures by Mike Baur DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260915T053922Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_50816293051156 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Veteran Illinois artist Mike Baur has been creating sculptural works in the Chicago area since 1976. His pieces are featured in numerous public spaces and museum collections\, including two works held by the Ko ehnline Museum of Art. This exhibition showcases sculptures inspired by th e textures and forms of natural landscapes—often vast expanses interrupt ed by both organic and industrial elements. Baur’s work offers abstract interpretations of these environments\, frequently suggesting a horizontal orientation that reflects how natural forces can subdue vertical structur es.\n\n \n\nThe Public Reception takes place on Thursday\, July 2\, 5 - 8 p.m.\n\n \n\nViewings take place from July 2 to September 25\, 2026\, duri ng regular museum hours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T053922Z LOCATION:Des Plaines Campus\, Koehnline Museum of Art URL:https://events.oakton.edu/event/landscape-echoes-texture-form-and-tens ion-sculptures-by-mike-baur?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Oakton College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.oakton.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Last day to file an Application to Graduate for fall DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260915T053922Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_49028724263398 CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:September 18 is the last day to file an Application to Graduat e for fall. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T053922Z LOCATION:Des Plaines & Skokie URL:https://events.oakton.edu/event/copy-of-last-day-to-file-graduation-pe titions?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Oakton College Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.oakton.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movies in the Park: Michael DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260916T002038Z UID:2385849-1789689600-1789775999@pdop.org CATEGORIES:film,free DESCRIPTION:This week\, we’re watching Michael! \nGrab a blanket and sna cks and join us under the stars at Scoville Park for a movie! Free and ope n to the public\, just show up and enjoy! \nIn the event of inclement weat her\, check the Park District website and social media for updated informa tion. \nAll alcoholic beverages\, smoking\, and e-cigarettes are prohibite d in our parks. \nSponsor: LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002038Z LOCATION:Scoville Park\, 800 Lake St\, Oak Park\, 60301\, United States URL:https://pdop.org/event/movies-in-the-park-michael/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dirty Dancing: The Musical DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10267500-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Get ready to have the time of your life! Based on Lionsgate’ s beloved film\, the story that awakened a generation is back in a new sta ge production. Dirty Dancing: The Musical is the feel-good escape you’ ve been craving\, alive with the pulse of electrified dancing\, the thrill of secret encounters\, and the allure of forbidden romance. \nSet to live music from the original film you love\, Baby and Johnny bring to life the summer that changed everything. Your reservation at Kellerman’s awaits! \nThe 1987 hit film is “A pop-culture landmark that continues to define the nostalgia of an era.” – The Guardian LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:James M. Nederlander Theatre\, 24 W. Randolph St.\, Chicago\, 606 03\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/dirty-dancing-the-musical/2026-09- 18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinos! DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10310779-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starting May 22\, Dinos! are taking over Brookfield Zoo Chicag o. Come face-to-face with life-size dinosaurs throughout the Zoo. Journey through a massive rib-cage tunnel\, climb on a giant fossil\, dig for anci ent discoveries\, and snap epic photos. Dinos! stomp into the Zoo through the summer and fall. Best of all? Dinos! is FREE with Zoo admission or mem bership! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Brookfield Zoo Chicago\, 3300 Golf Rd\, Brookfield\, IL\, 60513 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/dinos/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Theater of the Mind DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10311921-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Now Extended \nMultiple experiences per day at the Reid Murdoc h Building\, 333 N LaSalle \nVisit TheateroftheMindChicago.com for dates\, times\, and tickets \nCreated by David Byrne & Mala Gaonkar \nDirected by Andrew Scoville \nProduced in Special Arrangement with Arbutus \nIT’S A LL INSIDE YOUR HEAD.\nBUT IS ANY OF IT REAL? \nCo-created by Academy\, Gra mmy\, and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne* and writer Mala Gaonkar\,  Theater of the Mind is a new theatrical experience you’ll see\, feel\ , taste and hear. Inspired by both historical and current neuroscience res earch\, the show takes you on an immersive journey inside how we see and c reate our worlds. Peer behind the curtain of the physical realm and marvel at the wonders of your mind. Follow your Guide as they revisit key moment s in their life in a surreal\, 15\,000-square-foot installation with a gro up of just 16 audience members. \nOver 75 minutes\, you’ll move through a series of rooms where you’ll participate in thought-provoking neurosci ence experiences. You’ll learn how easily your own senses can deceive yo u. If perception and memory are both malleable\, then perhaps even your id entity is less fixed than you think… You may not be who you think you ar e. But we’re all in it together. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Reid Murdoch Building – 333 N LaSalle\, 333 N LaSalle\, Chicago URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/theater-of-the-mind/2026-09-18/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NoMI Gallery | Everything is Bright. All Things are Beautiful. DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10313934-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:NoMI Gallery Presents:\n萬物生輝\nEverything is Bright. Al l Things are Beautiful. \nNoMI is proud to present a curated exhibition by contemporary artist Dwight Hwang\, whose work explores the relationship b etween nature\, movement\, and preservation through the traditional Japane se art of gyotaku. \nOriginating in Japan during the mid-1800s\, gyotaku w as once used by fishermen to document their catches before photography exi sted – creating direct impressions using the specimen itself\, ink\, and paper. \nThe exhibition serves as a prelude to NoMI x The Imprint Experi ence\, debuting Fall 2026 as part of Park Hyatt’s Masters of Food & Wine series. The limited-run experience will feature an intimate omakase exper ience with the return of Chef Masa\, live gyotaku by Dwight Hwang\, and a rare Japanese spirits pairing. \nGuests are invited to explore the collect ion in NoMI Gallery and join the priority access list for reservations and event announcements ahead of the public release. \nJoin the Priority Acce ss List LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:NoMI\, 800 N. Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/nomi-gallery-everything-is-bright- all-things-are-beautiful/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ic s&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:We the People: Life\, Liberty and the Pursuit of Beauty in Greekto wn Chicago DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10315275-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:The new public art exhibit We the People: Life\, Liberty and t he Pursuit of Beauty in Greektown Chicago celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with 40 vibrant outdoor and indoor art works along South Halsted Street in from Madison Street to Van Buren Stree t in Chicago’s Greektown neighborhood. The original works by 27 professi onal and emerging artists and 13 Chicagoland Greek schools take additional inspiration from the Statue of Liberty and the ideas of ancient Greek thi nkers\, creatively exploring the themes of the Declaration. This special a rt exhibit is free to attend daily now through May 2027. We the People is sponsored by Greektown SSA #16\, the neighborhood’s business improvement district\, and created by the Greektown Arts Committee with production as sistance from the Chicago Greektown Educational Foundation. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Greektown Chicago\, 300 S. Halsted\, Chicago\, 60661 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/we-the-people-life-liberty-and-the -pursuit-of-beauty-in-greektown-chicago/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Topdog/Underdog - Chicago DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10289646-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre – Chicago\, where the powerful and poignant play “Topdog/Underdog – Chicago” takes center stage. This gripping tale of brotherhood\, identity\, and the struggle for survival unfolds in an in timate setting that enhances the emotional depth of the performance. With its rich storytelling and dynamic characters\, you’ll find yourself capt ivated by the raw energy and authenticity that fills the air. \nAs the lig hts dim and the curtain rises\, prepare to be transported into a world whe re laughter and heartbreak coexist. The atmosphere of the Steppenwolf Thea tre invites you to connect with the characters on a personal level\, makin g this a truly immersive experience. Don’t miss your chance to witness t his remarkable production—book your tickets now and be part of the magic ! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre – Chicago\, 1650 Nort h Halsted Street\, Chicago\, IL 60614\, Chicago\, 60614 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/topdog-underdog-chicago/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago By Night River & Lake DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10322480-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you’re dazzle d by the sparkle of the city at night. Hear lively commentary as you feel the night breezes and see Chicago’s dramatic skyline transformed into a glittering jewel. Family-friendly boat tours are our specialty! Cruising A pr–Nov. Tickets start at $50. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago’s First Lady Cruises\, 112 E Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, I L\, 60601\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/chicago-by-night-river-lake/2026-0 9-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creepy Cruise DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10322545-1789689600-1789775999@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:From strange sightings to eerie haunts\, mobsters and more\, o ur latest nighttime tour takes you into Chicago’s shadowy past. Cruise a long the Chicago River as you uncover stories of a city you never knew… and might prefer to forget. \nCruising March through November\, this isn ’t your average ghost tour. It’s a chilling journey that blends histor y and thrills and uncovers secrets lurking beneath the Windy City’s surf ace\, cruising through November on Fridays\, Saturdays\, & Select Thursday s and Sundays. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago’s First Lady Cruises\, 112 E Wacker Drive\, Chicago\, I L\, 60601\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/creepy-cruise/2026-09-18/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MODBAG! Electronic Music Show DTSTART:20260918T040000Z DTEND:20260918T080000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061010Z UID:10007813-1789678800-1789693200@www.emporiumarcadebar.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Always something going on at the Emporium Arcade Bar! See our full list of events\, enjoy classic arcade & table games\, beer\, live mus ic\, and more! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061010Z URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/modbag-electronic-music-show-0 91726/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Emporium Arcade Bar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/sembra-presents-tiang uis-market-022226 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All You Can Eataly: Septemberfest DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33166@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Unlimited bites\, pours\, entertainment\, and more - get ready for the biggest Italian party of the year\, only at Eataly Chicago on Sep t 18!\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/all-you-can-eat aly-septemberfest-33166 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:43 East Ohio Street\, Chicago\, IL 60611 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/all-you-can-eataly-septemberfes t-33166?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:I Have Earned Every Line—Opening Reception DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-26423@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:I Have Earned Every Line is a portrait series celebrating the beauty\, wisdom\, and resilience of women over 50.\n\nPrice: Free\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/i-have-earned-every-lineopeni ng-reception-26423 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:3636 South Iron Street\, Chicago\, IL 60609 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/i-have-earned-every-lineopening -reception-26423?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chica go-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Golden Hour Featuring CBBeatz DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-30575@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Come jam with us from 5-8PM!\n\nPrice: Free\n\nMore info: http s://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/golden-hour-featuring-cbbeatz-30575 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:201 South Ashland Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60607 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/golden-hour-featuring-cbbeatz-3 0575?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The State of Equity: Justice in Motion DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-25114@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join Equiticity at our Third Annual Event\, featuring Veronica O. Davis\, Author of Inclusive Transportation: Repairing Divided Communit ies.\n\nPrice: $25.00 (Range: $25.00 - $1500.00)\n\nMore info: https://www .townvue.com/Events/Details/the-state-of-equity-justice-in-motion-25114 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:2121 South Prairie Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60616 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/the-state-of-equity-justice-in- motion-25114?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-i l X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Chicago Exhibition Week Dinner DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33170@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Chicago Exhibition Week dinner! We promise this year's dinner is not to be missed.\n\nPrice: $325.00\n\nMo re info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/fourth-annual-chicago-exhi bition-week-dinner-33170 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:2828 South Wentworth Avenue\, Chicago\, IL 60616 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/fourth-annual-chicago-exhibitio n-week-dinner-33170?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ch icago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running — Coach Bennett Book Tour DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33254@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join us a few doors down from our Fleet Feet Old Town store to celebrate the launch of Coach Bennett's new book.\n\nPrice: $39.19\n\nMor e info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/this-is-about-running-this- is-not-about-running-coach-bennett-book-tour-33254 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:1714 North Wells Street\, Chicago\, IL 60614 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/this-is-about-running-this-is-n ot-about-running-coach-bennett-book-tour-33254?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Fiesta DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33322@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Get ready to kick off the season with good vibes\, tasty treat s\, and fun times at the ultimate fall bash!\n\nPrice: $81.88\n\nMore info : https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/fall-fiesta-33322 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:1852 West 19th Street\, Chicago\, IL 60608 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/fall-fiesta-33322?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Singles & Social Folks Rooftop Mixer @ Joe's on Weed St! DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33282@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Warm weather's still (hopefully) here! Come meet new people an d take in the #summertimechi vibes one last time for 2026!\n\nPrice: $17.9 2 (Range: $17.92 - $31.44)\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/De tails/singles-social-folks-rooftop-mixer-joes-on-weed-st-33282 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:940 West Weed Street\, Chicago\, IL 60642 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/singles-social-folks-rooftop-mi xer-joes-on-weed-st-33282?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18: COREY O'BRIEN DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-26500@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Catch Corey O'brien live at Comedy Bar Chicago for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy and deep dish pizza!\n\nPrice: $33.64 (Range: $3 3.64 - $46.09)\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/friday -september-18-corey-obrien-26500 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:162 E Superior St\, 3rd floor 3rd floor\, Chicago\, IL 60611 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/friday-september-18-corey-obrie n-26500?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Spell of Heart & Havoc by Kristen Vale DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-33227@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:The thief\, the noblewoman\, and the secrets they hide.\n\nPri ce: Free\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/a-spell-of-h eart-havoc-by-kristen-vale-33227 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:5233 North Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL 60640 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/a-spell-of-heart-havoc-by-krist en-vale-33227?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago- il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sons of the Never Wrong DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-30121@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:This is an official Uncommon Ground 35th Anniversary show feat uring Sons of the Never Wrong!\n\nPrice: $28.52\n\nMore info: https://www. townvue.com/Events/Details/sons-of-the-never-wrong-30121 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:3800 North Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL 60613 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/sons-of-the-never-wrong-30121?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Not That Innocent: 2000s Dance Party [Chicago] DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062357Z UID:event-30034@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Not That Innocent returns to Chicago!\n\nPrice: Free\n\nMore i nfo: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/not-that-innocent-2000s-dance- party-chicago-30034 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062357Z LOCATION:2100 W. Belmont\, Chicago\, IL 60618 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/not-that-innocent-2000s-dance-p arty-chicago-30034?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chi cago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Southside & Friends with Emani Roberts DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260918T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T060740Z UID:event-39915@www.townvue.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Join Chefs Emani Roberts & Dominique Leach for a multi-course dinner celebrating bold flavors\, Southern roots and Black culinary excell ence.\n\nPrice: $130.00\n\nMore info: https://www.townvue.com/Events/Detai ls/southside-friends-with-emani-roberts-39915 LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T060740Z LOCATION:756 East 111th Street\, Chicago\, IL 60628 URL:https://www.townvue.com/Events/Details/southside-friends-with-emani-ro berts-39915?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:TownVue — Events in Chicago\, IL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.townvue.com/in/chicago-il/events/education-worksh ops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre DTSTART:20260918T050000Z DTEND:20260919T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10290334-1789689600-1789779600@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Each week\, Chicago comics bring the freshest\, most experimen tal new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix of sketch\, improv\, stand-up and everywhere in-between— You never really know what you’re going to get. Regular players include\ , but are not limited to: MAGGIE WINTERS | GEOFF DOW | THOMAS KELLY | JENE LLE CHEYNE | TINA ARFAEE | TRAYCIE MCBEE | MAX LAZERINE | ASHLEY LEISTEN | YAZMIN RAMOS | KATHY D’ONOFRIO | TRUMANE ALSTON | ANNIE SULLIVAN | PHYL ICIA MCLEOD | KARL BRADLEY | JARED CHAPMAN | HOJA LOPEZ | PARKER CALLAHAN | ROBEL AREGA *Proof of Vaccination is required upon entry. Check theannoy ance.com for updates* LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Annoyance Theatre & Bar\, 851 W. Belmont Ave.\, 2nd Fl.\, Chicago \, IL\, 60657\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/comedy-hour/2026-09-18/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rise & Align Yoga DTSTART:20260918T113000Z DTEND:20260918T121500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10013243-1789713000-1789715700@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Mindful flow poses with held restorative poses incorporating a therapeutic approach for the joints. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/rise-align-yoga-3/2026-09-18/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Highwood Design Week | September 15–18 DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T002746Z UID:10036901-1789718400-1789750800@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Design is all around us. It’s in the spaces we enter\, the m aterials we touch\, the technology we use\, and the details we might other wise walk right past. \nThis September\, Highwood Design Week returns for four evenings of creativity\, discovery\, and inspiration\, inviting you t o experience design from a fresh perspective in spaces throughout Highwood . \nFrom timeless interiors and emerging technology to remarkable material s\, exceptional hospitality\, and even a guided photo walk through Highwoo d with a professional photographer\, the week offers many ways to look at design and the details that shape the places where we live. Along the way\ , you’ll meet the businesses\, designers\, makers\, and creative thinker s who are bringing ideas to life in Highwood and beyond. \nAlready known a cross the North Shore for its dining\, entertainment\, and festivals\, Hig hwood becomes a gathering place for design during this special week\, draw ing visitors from across the North Shore and throughout Chicagoland. \nWhe ther you work in the design industry\, are planning a project of your own\ , or simply appreciate thoughtful spaces and interesting ideas\, Highwood Design Week is an opportunity to explore\, connect\, and see your surround ings a little differently. LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T002746Z LOCATION:Downtown Highwood\, 17 Highwood Avenue\, Highwood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/highwood-design-week-2026/2026 -09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Idle Muse Theatre Company Presents “Witch\,” September 10 - Oc tober 10 at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10004220-1789718400-1789750800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Idle Muse Theatre Company continues its 20th anniversary seaso n and kicks off the Halloween season with Witch\, September 10 – October 10\, written by Jen Silverman\, directed by Idle Muse Ensemble Member Lib by Beyreis\, at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater\, 1133 W Catalpa Ave. \nA ch arming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the s ouls of its residents in exchange for their darkest wishes. Elizabeth shou ld be his easiest target\, having been labeled a “witch” and cast out by the town\, but her soul is not so readily bought. As the devil returns to convince her – and then returns again – unexpected passions flare\, alliances are formed and the village is forever changed. An inventive ret elling of a Jacobean drama\, this sharp\, subversive fable debates how muc h our souls are worth when hope is hard to come by. \nThe performance sche dule is Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.\ , with an added Wednesday performance on October 7 at 8 p.m. General admis sion tickets are now on sale for $20 and $30\, with $50 “pay it forward ” tickets that assist in subsidizing tickets for those who may not be ab le to access the production otherwise. Student\, senior and group discount s are also available at IdleMuse.org or at the Idle Muse Theatre Company B ox Office\, 773.340.9438. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:The Edge Off-Broadway\, 1133 W. Catalpa Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 6064 0\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/idle-muse-theatre-compa ny-presents-witch-september-10-october-10-at-the-edge-off-broadway-theater -2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago -il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Barre Fusion DTSTART:20260918T131500Z DTEND:20260918T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10013842-1789719300-1789722000@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Combines ballet\, Pilates\, dance\, and strength training. The class is designed to be fun and dynamic\, while sculpting the body and im proving strength\, balance\, posture\, and flexibility. Appropriate for al l fitness levels LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/barre-fusion-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Aristotle Day School DTSTART:20260918T134500Z DTEND:20260918T194500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T063205Z UID:oq9o7oudv4qdcc9q5bae50t63m@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T063205Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Taxiarhai - Saint Haralambos X-SOURCE-URL:https://saintharalambosgoc.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DIY Family Craft Kits DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061426Z UID:10021497-1789722000-1789750800@www.northlakelibrary.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with a differen t offering each day. While supplies last. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061426Z LOCATION:Youth Services Department URL:https://www.northlakelibrary.org/event/diy-family-craft-kits/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northlake Public Library District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.northlakelibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shalom Sprouts DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T144500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T022604Z UID:10000504-1789722000-1789724700@jccchicago.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:A joyful caregiver-and-child program for little ones ages 20 m onths–4 years\, Shalom Sprouts is a wonderful way to learn\, play\, and grow together! Each session will incorporate art\, music\, movement\, stor ies\, and hands-on exploration\, with activities inspired by the changing seasons and Jewish holidays.\nDesigned to nurture curiosity\, creativity\, and connection\, Shalom Sprouts gives children and caregivers the opportu nity to build community while having fun together. \nSession 1:\nSept 18-N ov 13\n(no class 9/25 due to Erev Sukkot) LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022604Z URL:https://jccchicago.org/event/shalom-sprouts/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:JCC Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://jccchicago.org/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Aqua Splash Circuit DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10014248-1789722000-1789725600@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:A fun\, low impact class that combines cardio and strength aqu atic exercises working your muscles in fitness circuits to get your body p owered up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/aqua-splash-circuit-2/2026-09-18/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BODYPUMP (Friday) DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681940-1789722000-1789725600@pdop.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:LesMills BODYPUMP(TM) is the original barbell class that stren gthens your entire body. This workout challenges all your major muscle gro ups by using the best weight room exercises\, like squats\, presses\, lift s and curls. Great music\, awesome instructors and your choice of weight i nspires you to get the results you came for and fast! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/bodypump-friday-37/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nia (Friday) DTSTART:20260918T140000Z DTEND:20260918T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681941-1789722000-1789725600@pdop.org CATEGORIES:dance,wellness DESCRIPTION:This unique fitness class blends dance\, martial arts\, and he aling to achieve your fitness goals and express yourself through movement and sensation. Come experience Nia in this barefoot\, aerobic\, movement b ased class. Appropriate for all fitness levels\; no dance experience neces sary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/nia-friday-40/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Total Strength DTSTART:20260918T141500Z DTEND:20260918T151500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10012642-1789722900-1789726500@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:A dynamic\, full body strength training class that combines tr aditional lifting with functional movements for a comprehensive workout. P articipants will use barbells\, dumbbells\, kettlebells\, resistance bands \, & more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/total-strength-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cardio Dance DTSTART:20260918T143000Z DTEND:20260918T151500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10012882-1789723800-1789726500@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Incorporates many forms of dance. Aerobic workout\, divided in to different tracks like hip hop\, today’s music\, oldies\, Latin and mo re that provide peaks and troughs of intensity. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/cardio-dance-3/2026-09-18/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Exploration Time -9:30A DTSTART:20260918T143000Z DTEND:20260918T151500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681942-1789723800-1789726500@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Young learners will be delighted with stories\, \nlessons\, a nd crafts led by our education \nvolunteers. Each month is a different to pic \nSep 18: Harvest \nOct 16: Fall Fun \nNov 20: BRRR! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/toddler-exploration-time-930a-3/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Daytime Dance (9/4-10/23/2026) DTSTART:20260918T144500Z DTEND:20260918T154500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681943-1789724700-1789728300@pdop.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:A fun and welcoming daytime dance class for homeschoolers that builds creativity\, confidence\, and movement skills. No dance experience required! \nThis is an 8-week series class. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/daytime-dance-9-4-10-23-2026-3/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sexual Health Conversations in Counseling: Exploring Comfort\, Kno wledge\, and Practice DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T002009Z UID:111604-1789725600-1789732800@tcsppofficeofce.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jerry L. Mize\, MA\, MEd\, LPC\, NCC \nFriday\, S eptember 18\, 2026 \n8am-10am PT / 10am-12pm CT / 11am-1pm ET \nEvent held online via Zoom\, link to access provided upon registration. \nCounselors \, regardless of specialty\, will likely need to engage in conversations a bout sexual health with clients at some point in their careers (Hipp & Car lson\, 2019). Counselors and mental health professionals alike are found t o be hesitant to engage in sexual health-related discussions with their cl ients (Bungener et a.\, 2022\; Hipp & Carlson\, 2019). The current literat ure notes various explanations\, including but not limited to developmenta l appropriateness concerns\, lack of knowledge or training\, and avoidance due to personal discomfort (Berry & Lezos\, 2017\; Cardona et al.\, 2022\ ; Hipp & Carlson\, 2019)\, which create risks of rupturing the therapeutic relationship\, missed opportunities for assessment and referral\, and\, i n turn\, potential client harm (Brammer & Goodrich\, 2022). This hesitancy is evident across counselor experience levels (Canvin et al.\, 2023). Eme rging research has demonstrated knowledge as an important factor in improv ing comfort with sexuality (Mize & Ausloos\, 2026). It is important for co unselors\, both generalist and specialized\, to understand the role of sex ual health and wellness in counseling practice (Pope et al.\, 2024). \nThe webinar will explore the role of sexual health conversations within couns eling practice and review current research related to counselor comfort\, knowledge\, and engagement with sexual health concerns. Ethical considerat ions and professional responsibilities related to addressing sexual health in counseling will also be discussed. Through case examples and reflectiv e activities\, attendees will examine factors that may facilitate or hinde r engagement in sexual health conversations and consider how these factors may influence client care and clinical decision-making. Practical strateg ies for initiating and navigating sexual health conversations in ethical\, inclusive\, and developmentally appropriate ways will be provided. \nZoom link will be available on course page in “My Courses” upon event regi stration.  \nThis program\, when attended in its entirety\, offers 2.0 CE s for Psychologists\, 2.0 IL CEUs for Counselors and Social Workers\, 2.0 BBS California CEUs for LPCCs\, LPSWs\, and LMFTs\, 2.0 AASECT CEUs for Se x Educators\, Counselors\, and Therapists\, or 2.0 NBCC Clock Hours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002009Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://tcsppofficeofce.com/event/sexual-health-conversations-in-couns eling-exploring-comfort-knowledge-and-practice/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:The Chicago School | Office of Continuing Education X-SOURCE-URL:https://tcsppofficeofce.com/live-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Play Mahjong DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T190600Z UID:20007391-1789725600-1789732800@gortoncenter.org CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Please plan to arrive early\, play starts promptly at 10am!\nC alling all Mahjong enthusiasts. Join us for Open Play Mahjong\, a relaxed and social way to enjoy the game you love. These sessions are for intermed iate to advanced players who already know the rules. No instruction is off ered. \nBring your strategy and a little friendly competition. Connect wit h other experienced players. Open Play is a great way to practice\, stay s harp\, and enjoy the challenge of Mahjong. \nWe provide all Mahjong sets. Please bring your own Mahjong card. \nPre-registration is required. Drop-i ns can’t be accommodated\, so be sure to register early to save your spo t. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the table. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T190600Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045 URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/open-play-mahjong-sept-18/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Gorton Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://gortoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T122912Z UID:10013614-1789725600-1789732800@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will conne ct visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the building s are closed. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T122912Z LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, W illow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-7/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WERQ! LGBTQ+ Career Fair DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T053830Z UID:10000549-1789725600-1789740000@pridechicago.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Advance your career and connect with inclusive\, affirming emp loyers at WERQ!\, Center on Halsted’s annual LGBTQ+ Career Fair. Designe d to bridge the gap between top-tier diverse talent and workplace-inclusiv e companies across the Chicago area\, this essential hiring event empowers job seekers from all backgrounds to explore exciting professional opportu nities in a welcoming environment. \nWhile the career fair is completely f ree for all job seekers\, advance registration is required to attend. Don ’t miss your chance to network with top employers\, discover new career paths\, and take the next step in your professional journey—reserve your spot today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T053830Z LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N Halsted\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60613 URL:https://pridechicago.org/event/werq-lgbtq-career-fair/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:PRIDEChicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://pridechicago.org/events/list END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TIERRA DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30155-1789725600-1789732800@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Intervención Comunitaria de Salud MentalTIERRA (Transforming Internal Experiences for Resilience and Restoration with Acceptance) se in spira en filosofías y enfoques como los baños de bosque\, la atención p lena (mindfulness)\, la terapia cognitivo-conductual de tercera ola (CBT) y la terapia de aceptación y compromiso (ACT)\, utilizando la naturaleza como una herramienta accesible de sanación. El programa también integra conceptos del marco Healing Ethno and Racial Trauma (HEART). \nEste será un grupo cerrado para las personas inscritas\, con el fin de garantizar un espacio seguro y consistente. Es necesario registrarse en persona. \nPara más información o para inscribirse\, favor de comunicarse con Viri al c orreo vgonzalez@highwoodlibrary.org o al teléfono 847-432-5404 ext. 132 | celular 847-220-4965. \nEste programa se ofrece en español. | This cla ss is presented in Spanish LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/tierra-2/2026-09-18?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Interpersonal Process Group DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T010850Z UID:10000432-1789725600-1789731000@howardbrown.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Relationships can offer valuable insight into how we understan d ourselves and connect with others. In this group\, participants explore relationship patterns and past experiences\, practice expressing emotions directly\, build resilience\, and give and receive supportive feedback. It is a space to gain greater self-awareness and develop healthier ways of r elating to others. \n\n\n\nIf you haven’t already done so\, your first s tep is to schedule a Behavioral Health Consultation online. \n\n\n\n\nSch edule a Consultation Online\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDay and Time: Fridays\, 10 t o 11:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nFormat and Location: In person at 3501 N. Halsted St. \, 4th Floor Lobby Conference Room \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More About Group Th erapy at Howard Brown Health LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T010850Z LOCATION:Halsted\, 3501 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60657\, Unit ed States URL:https://howardbrown.org/event/interpersonal-process-group/2026-09-18/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Howard Brown Health X-SOURCE-URL:https://howardbrown.org/clinic_location/broadway-youth-center / END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Your Eyes: Chicago's Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of th e Loop Walking Tour DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10309146-1789725600-1789732800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:“Open Your Eyes: Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secr ets of the Loop” is a 2‑hour\, mostly indoor walking tour that uncover s Chicago’s hidden underground passages system\, bringing guests to surp rising building interiors accessible from underground\, and filling in wit h lesser‑known stories and secrets around the Loop. It’s designed for curious locals and visitors who want a quirky\, off‑the‑beaten‑path experience rather than a standard “top sights” overview. \nTour Highli ghts: \n\nExplore Chicago’s underground Pedway system\, learning how thi s network connects offices\, malls\, and transit while keeping Chicagoans warm and dry in bad weather.\nWalk past surprising sights underground\, in cluding stained glass\, artwork\, and even views of an underground swimmin g pool\, plus interiors that seem to “appear out of nowhere.”​\nHear quirky stories and symbolism behind everyday details people usually miss\ , from overlooked murals near City Hall to questions about what Picasso’ s Daley Plaza sculpture might represent.\nSee both hidden interiors and a few “secrets in plain sight” above ground\, ending near Millennium Par k so guests can easily keep exploring on their own.\nEnjoy a small‑group \, story‑driven experience that emphasizes discovery\, humor\, and rich local history rather than a checklist of famous buildings.\n\nIn a nutshel l: \n\nDuration: about 2 hours\, covering roughly 1.5 miles at an easy pac e.​\nSetting: almost entirely indoors via the Pedway and interior spaces \, with only short outdoor stretches—perfect for bad‑weather days.​\ nGroup size: capped at about 20 guests for a more personal\, interactive f eel.​\nTerrain: involves several staircases\, so it’s not ideal for st rollers or wheelchairs\; other routes are better for full accessibility. ​\nTickets (USD): approximately 35 for general admission\, 30 for kids 5 + and seniors 65+\, with children 4 and under free.​\nStart & end: begin s near City Hall at 120 N LaSalle (under the big mosaic) and ends within a bout a block of Millennium Park / Aqua. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Inside Chicago Walking Tours\, Starting location given upon ticke t purchase\, Chicago\, 60601 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/open-your-eyes-chicagos-undergroun d-pedway-other-secrets-of-the-loop-walking-tour/2026-09-18/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10293055-1789725600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago \, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience t he magic of Peppa Pig and her friends while exploring our vibrant\, intera ctive play areas designed to inspire creativity and learning. \nThis fall\ , homeschool families can take advantage of exclusive savings\, making it the perfect time for a fun-filled day of adventure. Let your little ones j ump into Peppa’s world\, engage in imaginative play\, and create unforge ttable memories. Don’t miss this opportunity to blend education with exc itement—book your visit today! \nDates: Mondays – Fridays in October \nDetails: Tickets must be reserved online. Please note\, no admissions a re permitted without a child under the age of 8 years old. While older sib lings and family members are welcome to accompany younger ones in the attr action\, our play areas are only suitable for children under 8 to play. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago\, 5 Woodfield Mall\, Schaumburg\, 60173\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/homeschool-days-at-peppa-pig-world -of-play-chicago/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:American Prophets: Writers\, Religion\, and Culture DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10252039-1789725600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:American Prophets journeys through the pages of American histo ry to explore the influence of religion and spirituality on writers and cu lture\, with interactive displays incorporating more than 100 different cr eative works and writers spanning genres. \nAcross time and tradition\, pr ophets have been those who see what others can’t\, voices with uncommon insight who guide us toward deeper understanding. The writers in the Ameri can Prophets exhibit share that same visionary spark. They’re not prophe ts in the religious sense\, but their words reveal extraordinary awareness of the world around them\, insight born of belief\, experience\, and imag ination. These writers invite us to see our culture\, and ourselves\, thro ugh new eyes. \nVisitors to American Prophets will discover faith-inspired songs including Chance the Rapper’s “Blessings\,” Patti Smith’s “Gloria” and Frank Waln’s “7.” They can compare the imagined wor lds and faiths of Star Trek\, Black Panther and Octavia Butler’s The Par able of the Sower. And laugh through an exploration of holiness in humor w ith comedians including Mindy Kaling\, Patton Oswalt\, Hari Kondabolu and Joan Rivers. \nThe exhibit also includes a wall of religious artifacts fro m famous writers\, including Harold Ramis’ pocket-sized primer The Five- Minute Buddhist\, Flannery O’Connor’s rosary\, Ursula K. Le Guin’s a nnotated copy of the Tao Te Ching\, Samira Ahmed’s amulet with a Muslim prayer\, and Los Lobos singer-songwriter Louie Pérez’s statue of the Sa nto Niño de Atocha. \nAmerican Prophets is a shared journey of reflection \, inspiration\, and connection through stories. Visit Today! Tickets to t he museum are $16 for adults\, $10 for seniors\, students\, and teachers. Free for members and children ages 12 and under. To inquire about discount ed rates for groups of 10 or more\, visit AmericanWritersMuseum.org/visit/ groups/ or call 312-374-8765. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:American Writers Museum\, 180 N. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 6 0601\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/american-prophets-writers-religion -and-culture-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tangible Sound: Arrival to a Higher Ground DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10313590-1789725600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts,music DESCRIPTION:Imagine walking inside the thunderous sound of a taiko drum or feeling enveloped by the sinuous sounds of a saxophone\, cello\, or bass. What if your body became part of a visual landscape of colors\, textures\ , and movements that resonated with the bone-tingling sound vibrating in y our ears? \nTangible Sound: Arrival to a Higher Ground creates a sensory a nd celebratory experience of jazz art forms that connect\, uplift\, and tr ansform our human spirit by translating the power of music into color and movement. \nTogether\, photographer Lauren Deutsch\, filmmaker Jonathan Wo ods\, and the Tangible Sound Collaborative created an immersive exhibition celebrating Chicago’s creative improvised music community. The exhibiti on is inspired by the early experimenters whose boundary-breaking practice s have influenced generations of visual and sonic artists. \nThis exhibiti on is dedicated to Ancestors Timuel D. Black\, whose immense impact on the spirit\, art and activism in Chicago continues to propel us forward\, and the legendary musician\, mentor and community-builder Fred Anderson. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago Cultural Center\, 78 E Washington St\, Chicago\, 60602 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/tangible-sound-arrival-to-a-higher -ground/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=ch icago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Castle DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10314104-1789725600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Don your armor\, pull out your spellbooks\, and straighten you r crown\; Castle\, presented by Shriners Children’s\, is coming back to Chicago Children’s Museum. In this original exhibit\, children explore a castle complete with secret tunnels\, a rope bridge\, tower\, dungeon\, t hrone room\, wizard’s room\, kitchen\, feasting table\, market and more. In this bespoke fantastical experience\, the only limit is one’s imagin ation. The exhibit will open May 23\, 2026\, and run through to Jan. 10\, 2027. \nCastle\, developed by CCM staff\, takes a modern approach to the f amiliar theme of castles and fairy tales. Visitors will be inspired to dre ss up like royalty\, guard a secret dungeon\, prepare a mighty feast\, sel l goods in the market\, search for a mystery dragon\, and more. Children w ill be able to choose from hundreds of custom-made costumes and props\, al lowing them the role-playing freedom to create their own adventures. \nCas tle will have an extended run to celebrate the seasons with special decora tions and activities. In the fall\, the space will shift to include a spo oky redesign of the wizard’s space\, fall-themed foods in the market\, a nd more. Similar changes will occur as winter approaches later in the year as well. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago Children’s Museum\, 700 E. Grand Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/castle/2026-09-18/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10314953-1789725600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Flyway City: Architecture for a Flourishing Ecosystem\, design ed and co-curated by architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang in collaboration with the Chicago Architecture Center\, spotlights bird-frie ndly architecture and design. Chicago poses a particular danger to birds b ecause of the city’s location on the migratory Mississippi Flyway and it s prevalent use of glass as a building material. The exhibition explores e ffective approaches to creating a bird-safe built environment that also in spire design creativity and innovative urban development. Through architec tural models and mock-ups\, original illustrations\, photography\, buildin g materials and interactive media\, along with bird-related artifacts from local Chicago organizations and individuals\, the exhibition aims to insp ire positive change on making cities safer and more welcoming for birds an d diverse wildlife. It also reveals how people can take scalable action to create healthier urban habitats and save birds from colliding with buildi ng glass. Presented concurrently with companion exhibition Chicago’s Liv ing Habitat\, co-curated by Openlands\, June 11\, 2026 through January 202 7 at the Chicago Architecture Center\, 111 E Wacker Street. \nGallery admi ssion is included with Chicago Architecture Center admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago Architecture Center\, 111 E. Wacker Dr.\, Chicago\, 60601 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/flyway-city-architecture-for-a-flo urishing-ecosystem/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Playdough Playdate DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T062150Z UID:10004048-1789727400-1789730100@www.nrpl.info CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Do you miss the ease of donating to your favorite organization with Amazon Smile? We do\, too! Good news\, you can still donate a portio n of your online purchases (no added cost to you) through iGive.com. All y ou need to do is sign up for an iGive account and add “North Riverside L ibrary Foundation & Friends” as the cause you want to support.  Thank y ou for supporting your local library! Register for iGive here LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T062150Z LOCATION:North Riverside Public Library\, 2400 S. Desplaines Ave.\, North Riverside\, IL\, 60546 URL:https://www.nrpl.info/event/playdough-playdate-3-2026-09-18/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:North Riverside PL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.nrpl.info/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation Circle • Círculo de Conversación en Espa ñol DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30045-1789727400-1789730100@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Looking to practice or improve your Spanish? Our fun and frien dly conversation group is perfect for adults at all levels. \nWhether you ’re just starting or are already fluent\, you’re invited to come habla r en español in a relaxed\, informal setting. \nThursdays\, September 3\, 10\, 17 & 24 | 6:00PM – 6:45PM\nFridays\, September 4\, 11\, 18 & 25 | 10:30AM – 11:15AM \nRegistration is not required. \n• • • \nÚnase a Nuestro Círculo de Conversación en Español \n¿Está buscando practi car o mejorar su español? Nuestro divertido y amigable grupo de conversac ión es perfecto para adultos de todos los niveles. \nYa sea que esté com enzando o ya sea fluido\, ¡está invitado a venir a hablar en español en un ambiente relajado e informal! \nLos jueves 3\, 10\, 17 y 24 de septiem bre | 6:00PM – 6:45PM\nLos viernes: 4\, 11\, 18 y 25 de septiembre | 10: 30AM – 11:15AM \nNo es necesario registrarse. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/spanish-conversation-circle-circulo -de-conversacion-en-espanol-25/2026-09-18?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Balance\, Strength\, Stretch DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10012119-1789727400-1789730100@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Slower paced cardio strength training\, exercise to challenge balance and stretching to help the body move. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/balance-strength-stretch/2026-09-18/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gentle Morning Yoga DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10013596-1789727400-1789731000@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:A soothing practice focused on slow movement\, deep breathing\ , and restorative stretches to calm the mind and relax the body. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/gentle-morning-yoga/2026-09-18/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olive-Harvey: Satisfactory Academic Progress Workshop DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T064237Z UID:10006998-1789727400-1789731000@colleges.ccc.edu CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T064237Z URL:https://colleges.ccc.edu/event/olive-harvey-satisfactory-academic-prog ress-workshop-14/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chic ago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:CCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ccc.edu/wright/home/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Exploration Time -10:30A DTSTART:20260918T153000Z DTEND:20260918T161500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681944-1789727400-1789730100@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Young learners will be delighted with stories\, \nlessons\, a nd crafts led by our education \nvolunteers. Each month is a different to pic \nSep 18: Harvest \nOct 16: Fall Fun \nNov 20: BRRR! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/toddler-exploration-time-1030a-3/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Book\, Boogie & Play! DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T001305Z UID:21467-1789729200-1789732800@bridgeviewlibrary.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit our Children’s program page for detailed information. Ages 18 months to 4 years. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T001305Z URL:https://bridgeviewlibrary.org/event/book-boogie-play-9/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Bridgeview Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bridgeviewlibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scales-N-Tales Storytime DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T062307Z UID:10006977-1789729200-1789731000@www.fppld.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Recommended Ages 0-5 with Caregiver — Registration is not re quired. \nStart your Friday morning off at the Library with a fun storytim e all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish. \n\n\ n\n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T062307Z LOCATION:Saeli Community Room\, 10311 Grand Ave\, Franklin Park\, IL\, 601 31\, United States URL:https://www.fppld.org/event/scales-n-tales-storytime-11/2026-09-18/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Franklin Park Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.fppld.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edgewater Memory Cafe DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054958Z UID:v63rdg0cu8lec3u6366bdhcn70_R20250620T160000@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:**Edgewater Memory Cafe****Friday\, February 21****Program: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.****Snacks/Socialize 12-1 p.m.**Our monthly  Memory Café  offers a comfortable and supportive environment not only for individual s with memory loss and their caregivers\, but for everyone. Snacks will b e provided\; participants also are welcome to bring a bag lunch. All are welcome!**Program: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.****Snacks/Socialize 12-1 p.m.** LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054958Z LOCATION:Edgewater Branch library\, 6000 N. Broadway X-SOURCE-NAME:The 48th Ward Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://the48thward.org/city-council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bulldog Baseball Golf Outing DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060258Z UID:10004956-1789729200-1789761600@www.ssc.edu CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Hit the links to support South Suburban College Bulldog Baseba ll at the 21st Annual Golf Outing on Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, at Gle nwoodie Golf Course in Glenwood\, IL! Registration begins at 11:00 AM\, f ollowed by a 12:00 PM shotgun start. Registration is $175 per golfer or $7 00 per foursome\, which includes lunch\, a 4-man scramble golf session\, d inner\, raffles\, and three free drinks. Dinner-only tickets ($50) and hol e sponsorship opportunities ($150) are also available. All proceeds direc tly benefit the SSC Baseball team. For more information or to reserve your spot\, contact Coach Steve Ruzich at (708) 596-2000\, ext. 5843 or via em ail at sruzich@ssc.edu. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060258Z LOCATION:Glenwoodie Golf Club\, 19301 S State Street\, Glenwood\, 60425\, United States URL:https://www.ssc.edu/event/bulldog-baseball-golf-outing-2026/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:South Suburban College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ssc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Serial Killer: The Exhibition DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10321262-1789729200-1789758000@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Serial Killer: The Exhibition makes its Chicago debut on Sept ember 5\, 2026\, at Cinespace Film Studios Chicago\, bringing the world ’s largest private collection of authentic serial killer artifacts to th e city. Spanning over 26\,000 square feet and 40+ galleries\, this muse um-scale experience combines criminology\, forensic science\, and criminal psychology with historical interpretation. The Chicago edition features e xclusive local exhibits—including three never-before-displayed original paintings by John Wayne Gacy and a historically grounded look at H.H. Holm es’ 1893 World’s Fair era—alongside a dedicated victim-centered pers pective. Recommended for ages 14+. Visit duration is approximately 90 –120 minutes.   \n  \nGeneral Info   \n📅 Dates and times: choose in the ticket selector  \n⏳ Duration: approx. 120 minutes  \n📍 Lo cation: Cinespace Film Studios Chicago  \n🚶‍♀‍➡️ Visitor entrance: 2428 W 15th St\, Chicago\, IL 60608  \n🅿 Parking lot: 2406 W 15th St\, Chicago\, IL 60608  \n👤 Age requirement: recommended for ag es 14+ (not suitable for sensitive audiences)  \n♿ Accessibility: the venue is ADA compliant  \n❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience  here  \n  \nDate/Time:  \nOpening Saturday\, September 5\, 2026 (Labo r Day Weekend) — January 24\, 2027  \n\nClosed: Monday and Tuesday  \n\n\nWednesday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (last entry\; clos es at 7:00 p.m.) \n\n\nFriday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (last entry\; cl oses at 8:00 p.m.) \n\n\nSaturday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. ( last entry\; closes at 8:00 p.m.) LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Cinespace\, 1501 S Rockwell St\, Chicago\, 60608 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/serial-killer-the-exhibition/2026- 09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sketchbook Brewing Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10316269-1789729200-1789761600@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Sketchbook’s Annual Oktoberfest on Septemb er 18\, 19 and 20. One of Chicagoland’s largest! Beer\, live music\, foo d\, games\, all the Oktoberfest fun you know and love! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:sketchbook Brewing Co\, 4901 Main St\, Skokie\, 60099 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/sketchbook-brewing-oktoberfest/202 6-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:City Cruises Chicago Seadog Speedboat Thrill Rides DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10287525-1789729200-1789765200@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:For guests looking to turn up the excitement\, City Cruises Se adog cruises deliver an unforgettable combination of speed and skyline vie ws. By day\, Seadog offers adrenaline-filled sightseeing with the Lakefro nt Speedboat Tour\, blending panoramic skyline views with entertaining nar ration\, while architecture enthusiasts can take in unobstructed views of Chicago’s iconic buildings on the River & Lake Architectural Tour\, cru ising both the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. For thrill-seekers\, the  Seadog Extreme Thrill Ride ups the intensity with full-throttle accelerat ion\, sharp turns\, and 360-degree spins\, making Seadog a standout choice for guests who want to experience Chicago from the water with a serious d ose of fun.   \nBy night\, enjoy front-row access to Chicago’s most a nticipated summer tradition\, the Navy Pier fireworks. The Seadog Lakefr ont Fireworks Cruise pairs an exhilarating high-speed ride on Lake Michig an with unbeatable views of the fireworks show\, with sailings offered wee kly on Wednesdays and Saturdays\, creating a high-energy nighttime experie nce that has quickly become a summer staple. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier\, 600 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/city-cruises-chicago-seadog-speedb oat-thrill-rides/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Riot Fest 2026 DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10286372-1789729200-1789774200@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Daily Lineup Headliners: \nFriday\, September 18: Headlined by Twenty One Pilots\, Iggy Pop\, Rise Against\, and Pixies\, with support f rom Alkaline Trio and The All-American Rejects. \nSaturday\, September 19: Headlined by Tool\, Morrissey\, Nas\, and Social Distortion\, featuring B ad Religion\, Bright Eyes\, and the Descendents. \nSunday\, September 20: Headlined by Pierce The Veil\, Alanis Morissette\, Elvis Costello & The Im posters\, and The Format\, alongside local favorites Twin Peaks and Taking Back Sunday. \nSpecial Guest: Legendary retired Chicago meteorologist Tom Skilling is slated to make a unique guest appearance. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Douglass Park\, 1401 S. Sacramento Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/riot-fest-2026/2026-09-18/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:*cancelled - low enrollment* September History Mysteries: Mesopota mia (9/4-9/25/2026) DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681945-1789729200-1789732800@pdop.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:We're traveling back in time! Each month we'll learn about a d ifferent historic civilization and major accomplishments from that time pe riod. These sessions differ from our previous classes\, as you register fo r four weeks at a time. This is so we can cover broader topics and work on projects that carry over from class to class. \nThis month\, we're going to one of the cradles of civilization – Mesopotamia! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/cancelled-low-enrollment-september-history-myst eries-mesopotamia-9-4-9-25-2026-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics& utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Greeter Riverwalk InstaGreeter Walk DTSTART:20260918T163000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10315105-1789731000-1789736400@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a fast\, flexible Greeter experience\, check out our Riverwalk InstaGreeter walks. These hour-long guided walks are a fun and informal way to get to know Chicago without having to regist er in advance. \nDiscover public art\, outdoor cafes\, and scenic views al ong the bustling banks of the Chicago River. \nMeet a Greeter at the Vietn am Veterans Memorial on the Riverwalk. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/chicago-greeter-riverwalk-instagre eter-walk/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Noon Skate DTSTART:20260918T163000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681946-1789731000-1789736400@pdop.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Noon Skate:$12 SKATES INCLUDED! \nMondays\, Wednesdays and Fr idays ONLY! \nPre-Registration and Walk-Ins accepted. \nRink Membership ar e available under the "Membership/Passes" tab. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/noon-skate-84/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi um=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chalk the Walk DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T061645Z UID:10006849-1789732800-1789736400@www.fppld.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:All Ages. Registration NOT required.  \n  \nJoin us outside on every other Friday to decorate the Library’s sidewalks! \n  \nSign u p for a reminder email. \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this conte nt. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T061645Z LOCATION:Library Grounds\, 10311 Grand Ave\, Franklin Park\, IL\, 60131\, United States URL:https://www.fppld.org/event/chalk-the-walk-6/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Franklin Park Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.fppld.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Gym (Fitness Members Only) DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10010728-1789732800-1789740000@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:wellness LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/open-gym-fitness-members-only-2/2026-09- 18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DePaul Athletics Women's Volleyball DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10317166-1789732800-1789740000@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:9/18: Friday 12PM vs Loyola LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:McGrath Phillips Arena\, 2323 N Sheffield Ave\, Chicago\, 60614 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/depaul-athletics-womens-volleyball -3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pilates (Friday) DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T174500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681947-1789732800-1789735500@pdop.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Experience a dynamic Pilates class designed to strengthen your core\, improve flexibility\, and enhance overall body awareness. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/pilates-friday-16/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_ medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Small Groups: Letters for Democracy DTSTART:20260918T173000Z DTEND:20260918T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060153Z UID:10024536-1789734600-1789745400@www.mishkanchicago.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:And just like that…. the midterms are less than 3 months awa y. There’s work to be done! Come write postcards to swing state voters w ith Builder Debbie Lessin and help turn out the vote for key elections. De bbie is hosting for windows\, so if you need to come late or leave early t hat’s ok\, just come be a part of the effort! We’ve got plenty of sess ions\, so come to one\, or come to all! \nRegister LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060153Z LOCATION:Builder Home in Bucktown\, Chicago\, IL\, United States URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org/event/small-groups-letters-for-democrac y-09-18-26/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Mishkan Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mishkanchicago.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olive-Harvey: Yoga & Mindfulness DTSTART:20260918T173000Z DTEND:20260918T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T064237Z UID:10006906-1789734600-1789738200@colleges.ccc.edu CATEGORIES:wellness LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T064237Z URL:https://colleges.ccc.edu/event/olive-harvey-yoga-mindfulness/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:CCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ccc.edu/wright/home/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monthly Game Day DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T182524Z UID:10005053-1789736400-1789741800@thevillagechicago.org CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Members & guests: free. \nJoin us for our Monthly Game Day! We are excited to announce that Game Day will now be held at the Village off ices: 2502 N Clark St.   Join us for laughter\, lighthearted competition\ , and great company! \nThis event is accessible. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182524Z LOCATION:The Village Chicago Office\, 2502 N Clark\, Chicago\, United Stat es URL:https://thevillagechicago.org/calender-events/monthly-game-day-17/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:The Village Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://thevillagechicago.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alfabetización Digital Northstar en Español DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30172-1789736400-1789743600@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Northstar Digital Literacy le ayuda a aprender a usar la compu tadora e internet. Con estas clases podrás hacer cosas importantes como m andar correos\, llenar formularios y comunicarte mejor en tu vida diaria. ¡Aumenta las habilidades digitales a través de Northstar Digital Literac y! \nONE ON ONE-DROP IN \nSIN CITA PREVIA LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/alfabetizacion-digital-northstar-en -espanol-12/2026-09-18?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bulldog Spirit Station DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060258Z UID:10004824-1789736400-1789740000@www.ssc.edu CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Customize your own giveaway bag with school pride items. Grab your favorites while supplies last! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060258Z LOCATION:SSC’s 2nd Floor Mall Area\, 15800 South State Street\, South Ho lland\, IL\, 60473\, United States URL:https://www.ssc.edu/event/bulldog-spirit-station/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:South Suburban College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ssc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rise Anyway Book Launch DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003200-1789736400-1789741800@lgba.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join author Natalie D. James for a conversation\, Q&A and sign ing celebrating the launch of Rise Anyway. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:Olivaceto URL:https://lgba.com/event/rise-anyway-book-launch/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Moonshot Information Session DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T064237Z UID:10006833-1789736400-1789740000@colleges.ccc.edu CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T064237Z URL:https://colleges.ccc.edu/event/moonshot-information-session-32/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:CCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ccc.edu/wright/home/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kennedy-King: Pool Party DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T064237Z UID:10006589-1789736400-1789743600@colleges.ccc.edu CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T064237Z URL:https://colleges.ccc.edu/event/kennedy-king-pool-party/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:CCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ccc.edu/wright/home/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marriott Theatre Presents Come From Away DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260919T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10289527-1789736400-1789759800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Marriott Theatre\, Chicagoland’s longest-running musical th eatre presents Come From Away\, the internationally celebrated musical that was nominated for seven Tony Awards\, including Best Musical\, captur ed four Laurence Olivier Awards\, including Best New Musical\, and five Ou ter Critic Circle Awards. Previews begin August 26\, with a press opening on September 2\, and running through October 18. Directed by Jeff Awar d winner Jessica Fisch (Marriott Theatre: Beautiful: The Carole King Mu sical\, Catch Me If You Can)\, choreographed by Katie Spelman (Broadway:  The Notebook\; Marriott Theatre: The Music Man)\, with music direction by Jeff Award winner Ryan T. Nelson. Come From Away tells the true stor y of the tiny town that took in 7\,000 strangers\, and the week that chang ed them all — a moving\, funny\, and deeply human reminder of how ordina ry people can truly be extraordinary when they choose kindness in the face of crisis.  \nWhen U.S. airspace was abruptly closed on September 11\, 2 001\, thirty-eight planes were diverted to the small town of Gander\, Newf oundland. What began as an unexpected disruption quickly became an extraor dinary display of generosity as the residents of Gander welcomed stranded travelers from around the world with open hearts\, open homes\, and unwave ring compassion. Based on actual events\, Come From Away tells the ins piring story of a community that came together during a moment of global u ncertainty\, reminding us of the profound power of empathy\, friendship\, and hope. Filled with a soaring folk-inspired score and unforgettable char acters\, this celebrated musical is a moving testament to the best of huma nity.    \nCome From Away stars Justin Albinder as “Oz & Others\, ” Sarah Bockel as “Bonnie & Others\,” Matt Crowle as “Nick & O thers\,” Devin DeSantis as “Kevin T. & Others\,” Denise Devlin a s “Beulah & Others\,” Alex Goodrich as “Claude & Others\,” Shar riese Hamilton as “Hannah & Others\,” Madison Kauffman as “Janice & Others\,” Heidi Kettenring as “Diane & Others\,” Michael Earvi n Martin as “Bob & Others\,” Jonathan Shaboo as “Kevin J. & Other s\,” and Lexie Dorsett Sharp as “Beverley & Others\,” with underst udies Tafadzwa Diener\, Jodi Gage\, Darian Goulding\, Mary Heyl\, Makenzy Jenkins\, and Tommy Thurston.  \nThe artistic team features Associate Dir ector Sunnie Eraso\, Associate Choreographer Kim Hudman\, Assistant Dire ctor Shea Frimmer\, Scenic Designer Scott Penner\, Costume Designer Je ssica Pabst\, Wig\, Hair & Makeup Designer Miguel A. Armstrong\, Lighting Designer Jesse Klug\, Sound Designer Michael Daly\, Props Designer Ja mie Auer\, Conductor Celia Villacres\, Dramaturg Deborah Blumenthal\, Di alect Coach Sammi Grant\, Stage Manager Casie Morell\, and Assistant St age Manager Richard Strimer.   \nCome From Away schedule is as follows : Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.\, Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.\, Fridays at 7:30 p.m.\, Saturdays at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.\, and Sundays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.\, with select Thursday 1:00 p.m. shows. The production runs August 2 6 through October 18\, 2026\, at the Marriott Theatre\, 10 Marriott Drive \, Lincolnshire\, Illinois 60069. Ticket prices start at $78. Call for gr oup\, student\, senior\, and military discounts. Free parking is available at all performances. To reserve tickets or become a Marriott Theatre subs criber\, please call the Marriott Theatre Box Office at 847.634.0200 or v isit www.tickets.marriotttheatre.com. To make a restaurant reservation o r to purchase a Dinner Theatre Package\, please call 847.634.0100 or visi t www.marriotttheatre.com. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Marriott Theatre\, 10 Marriott Drive\, Lincolnshire\, 60069 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/marriott-theatre-presents-come-fro m-away/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chi cago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cyanotypes - Homeschool Science - 9/18/2026 DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681948-1789736400-1789740000@pdop.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:This class offers students the opportunity to get a taste for scientific experimentation through a new hands-on science lab each week. W e'll be going through the steps of the scientific method\, including makin g hypotheses and data collection\, as we explore the world around us. Expe riments are designed to supplement lessons aligned with 4th-8th grade scie nce standards. Curriculum written by the educators at Science Buddies. \n   \nThis week\, we're exploring how cyanotype sun printing works. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/cyanotypes-homeschool-science-9-18-2026/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime (ages 1-6) DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681949-1789736400-1789741800@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:$8 per visit\, or buy a prepaid 10-visit pass for $70. \nA fav orite with all our preschoolers\, this is an open gym for children 1-6 yea rs old. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. \nDrop-ins will not accepted after max registrations have been rea ched\, even if other participants leave. Registration opens 7 days before each Playtime\, and you have up to 24 hours before each Playtime to cancel your pre-registration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/preschool-playtime-ages-1-6-78/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ankur Thakkar in Conversation with Rebecca Makkai at CityLit Books DTSTART:20260918T183000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T045914Z UID:10887-1789756200-1789761600@nupress.northwestern.edu CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:From the organizer’s website: \nJoin author Ankur Thakkar to celebrate his new book\, Blow Yourself Up! The evening will include an a uthor chat with Rebecca Makkai\, audience Q&A\, and book signing. \nFree RSVP is requested (see the event page at CityLit Books\, linked below) \n \nA story of first love across cities spanning the decade that transformed the internet In the halls of an elite East Coast high school\, Arjun and Payal fall in love as the world begins to tilt toward the digital. \nOver the next eight years\, their trajectories diverge as sharply as the fract ured internet itself. Payal ascends to the dizzying\, dopamine-fueled heig hts of New York’s influencer economy\, finding fame on Boost\, a looping video app that is as rewarding as it is demanding. Meanwhile\, in a caver nous office in Chicago\, Arjun\, a musician whose dreams have quieted\, no w cleans up the same platform’s debris\, moderating the internet’s dar kest videos. When a brutal act of political violence against a beloved mus ician goes viral\, this rip in reality forces the pair to confront the mot ivations of the platforms they inhabit. A sharp exploration of creative am bition and the multifarious nature of identity\, this is a story of love i n the time of infinite scroll and a look at what we sacrifice to be seen. \n \nAnkur Thakkar is a multimedia artist and the author of the novel Blow Yourself Up. He was a Tennessee Williams Scholar at the Sewanee Writers ’ Conference in 2025 and his writing has appeared in Guernica\, PANK\, a nd TriQuarterly. Medium selected his piece\, “Swipe\,” as one of the b est personal essays about the internet. His artwork has been shown at the Palais de Tokyo and La Friche la Belle de Mai. He chose MFA\, then NYC\, a nd lives in Brooklyn. \n \nRebecca Makkai is the author of the New York Ti mes bestselling I Have Some Questions For You as well as four other works of fiction. Her last novel\, The Great Believers\, one of the New York Tim es’ Best Books of the 21st Century\, was a finalist for both the 2019 Pu litzer Prize and the 2018 National Book Award\, and was the winner of the ALA Carnegie Medal and the LA Times Book Prize among other honors. A 2022 Guggenheim Fellow\, Rebecca teaches graduate fiction writing at Middlebury College\, Northwestern University\, and the Bennington Writing Seminars\, and she is Artistic Director of StoryStudio Chicago. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T045914Z LOCATION:CityLit Books\, 2523 N Kedzie Blvd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, Unite d States URL:https://nupress.northwestern.edu/event/ankur-thakkar-in-conversation-w ith-rebecca-makkai-at-citylit-books/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ic s&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northwestern University Press X-SOURCE-URL:https://nupress.northwestern.edu/event/indigenous-peoples-day -poetry-reading-open-mic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Greeter - Loop InstaGreeter DTSTART:20260918T183000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10313118-1789738200-1789743600@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for a fast\, flexible Greeter experience\, check out our InstaGreeter walks. These hour-long guided walks are a fun and informal way to get to know Chicago without having to register in adva nce. \nYou can find InstaGreeter walks year-round in the downtown Loop nei ghborhood and seasonally at the Chicago Riverwalk and select neighborhoods . \nMeet a Greeter at the Cultural Center (Randolph St. Entrance Welcome D esk) LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Chicago Cultural Center\, 78 E Washington St\, Chicago\, 60602 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/chicago-greeter-loop-instagreeter/ 2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Petr Popelka & Hilary Hahn DTSTART:20260918T183000Z DTEND:20260918T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10288488-1789738200-1789745400@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto is packed with magical melodie s and sparkling action\, and there’s no more stylish interpreter than Hi lary Hahn\, one of the top violinists of our time\, and the CSO’s former Artist-in-Residence. The Romantic journey begins with Schumann’s powerf ul Manfred Overture and concludes with Dvořák’s Fifth Symphony. Cons idered Dvořák’s symphonic breakthrough\, the Fifth transports listener s from a Bohemian country meadow to a Viennese ballroom. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Orchestra Hall\, Symphony Center\, 220 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago \, IL\, 60604\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/petr-popelka-hilary-hahn/2026-09-1 8/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Live! Community Engagement Beyond The Stage: A Strange Loo p DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055134Z UID:10000279-1789740000-1789747200@aboutfacetheatre.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Guided backstage tour of the set targeting students and creati ves who want to learn more about production. Includes a Q&A with Audrey Kl eine\, Christopher Pazdernik\, and Sydney Lynne.  A reception with light refreshments will follow in the lobby. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055134Z LOCATION:Raven Theatre\, 6157 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660 URL:https://aboutfacetheatre.com/event/chicago-live-community-engagement-b eyond-the-stage-a-strange-loop/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm _campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:About Face Theatre X-SOURCE-URL:https://aboutfacetheatre.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adolescent Salvation DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10323564-1789740000-1789745400@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Over the course of one night\, through a haze of tequila\, tex ting\, and Taylor Swift\, three teenagers banter\, bicker\, and push each other to the edge of danger — with consequences that could prove lethal. A play that lingers long after the curtain\, Adolescent Salvation dares t o portray adolescence in all its abundance of contradictions: sloppy\, raw \, and deeply human. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Theater Wit URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/adolescent-salvation/2026-09-18/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All Ages Stick & Puck DTSTART:20260918T193000Z DTEND:20260918T204500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681950-1789741800-1789746300@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:All players must pre-register at least 1 hour prior to the ses sion. \nGear Requirements 18 & Up: Helmet\, elbow pads\, gloves\, shin pa ds\, hockey skates \nGear Requirements 17 & Under: Full gear – helmet w / full face shield\, chest pad\, elbow pads\, hockey gloves\, hockey pants \, shin pads\, skates \nStick & Puck is for open hockey and skill practice only. \nScrimmages of any sort are strictly prohibited.  \nCoaching and instruction of any sort is strictly prohibited during Skills & Drills sess ions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/all-ages-stick-puck-38/?utm_source=caldiscovery &utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yay for Fridays!! DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T001305Z UID:21480-1789743600-1789750800@bridgeviewlibrary.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit our children’s program page for detailed information. Grades K-6th LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T001305Z URL:https://bridgeviewlibrary.org/event/yay-for-fridays-5/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Bridgeview Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.bridgeviewlibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Gym (Youth) DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260919T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10010430-1789743600-1789760700@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/open-gym-youth-4/2026-09-18/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Mood DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T010850Z UID:10000709-1789743600-1789747200@howardbrown.org CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Discover how mindfulness meditation can help support your mood and cope with symptoms of depression\, anxiety\, and emotional distress. In this inclusive ten-week group\, participants learn and practice mindful ness techniques while connecting with others who may have similar experien ces. \n\n\n\nIf you haven’t already done so\, your first step is to sche dule a Behavioral Health Consultation online. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule a Consul tation Online\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDay and Time: Fridays\, 3 to 4 p.m. \n\n\n \nFormat and Location: Virtual \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About Group Therapy at Howard Brown Health LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T010850Z URL:https://howardbrown.org/event/43870/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Howard Brown Health X-SOURCE-URL:https://howardbrown.org/clinic_location/broadway-youth-center / END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DePaul Athletics Men's Soccer DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T061353Z UID:10317130-1789743600-1789750800@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:DIBS Kids Club Day\n9/18: Friday 3PM vs Xavier \nBIG EAST Home Opener\nConference play comes to Wish Field as the Blue Demons welcome Xa vier for the 2026 BIG EAST home opener. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T061353Z LOCATION:Wish Field\, 900 W Belden Ave\, Chicago\, 60614 URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/depaul-athletics-mens-soccer-3/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New\, Free Virtual Senior Community Program DTSTART:20260918T203000Z DTEND:20260918T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T045136Z UID:4pq0l04r194srfb22i6s8ol28s@google.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Starting August 3\, [the Elderberry Social Club](https://faceb ook.com/groups/elderberrysocialclub)\, a new virtual community for seniors \, will host free weekly online group discussions and debates. Seniors are welcome to join these engaging conversations to connect\, share ideas\, a nd build community.\nSessions will be held on Sundays from 2–4 PM\, Tues days from 3:30–5 PM\, Wednesdays from 10:30 AM–12 PM\, and Fridays fro m 3:30–4:30 PM.\nSeniors who need tech support to participate can contac t Frank Chestnut at 312-256-1083 at least 24 hours in advance.\n[Register here!](https://forms.gle/p1Bpa9qDjPjz5JGR8) LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T045136Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://40thward.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FOOD: Limoni Belli DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T122049Z UID:20260918T160000-limonibelli@sketchbook CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Limoni Belli Neapolitan Pizzeria - Food Truck LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T122049Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SB Skokie Public X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sketchbookbrewing.com/all-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FOOD: Yellow Duck Truck DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T122049Z UID:7n8odqg026onhkbsvol335gra4@google.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Smash burgers and Multicultural Fusion Food Truck\nhttps://www .instagram.com/theyellowducktruck/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T122049Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SB Skokie Public X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sketchbookbrewing.com/all-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pokéclub Party DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T062150Z UID:10004010-1789747200-1789752600@www.nrpl.info CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Do you miss the ease of donating to your favorite organization with Amazon Smile? We do\, too! Good news\, you can still donate a portio n of your online purchases (no added cost to you) through iGive.com. All y ou need to do is sign up for an iGive account and add “North Riverside L ibrary Foundation & Friends” as the cause you want to support.  Thank y ou for supporting your local library! Register for iGive here LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T062150Z LOCATION:North Riverside Public Library\, 2400 S. Desplaines Ave.\, North Riverside\, IL\, 60546 URL:https://www.nrpl.info/event/pokeclub-party/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:North Riverside PL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.nrpl.info/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wacky Pickleball Social DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T022533Z UID:17168-1789747200-1789761600@chicagoridgeparks.com CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Dear Frontier Fieldhouse Patrons\, \n The Frontier Fieldhouse will be temporarily closed due to maintenance and the refinishing of the bleachers from July 18th through July 24th. During this process\, the stai n being used produces a strong odor\, and out of an abundance of caution a nd comfort for our members\, we have made the decision to close the facili ty during this work. \n We appreciate your understanding as we make thes e important improvements to maintain and upgrade this community facility. As a thank you for your patience and continued support\, all memberships w ill receive an additional week added to their account. \n Thank you for y our patience as we continue working to improve your facility and enhance y our overall experience at Frontier Fieldhouse. We appreciate your continue d support and look forward to welcoming you back to an improved Frontier F ieldhouse. \n Sincerely\, \nChicago Ridge Park District Staff LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022533Z LOCATION:Frontier Fieldhouse\, 9807 S. Sayre Avenue\, Chicago Ridge\, IL\, 60415\, United States URL:https://chicagoridgeparks.com/event/wacky-pickleball-social/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Ridge Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagoridgeparks.com/upcoming-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fridays on the Plaza DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055952Z UID:23p71t5eaiees040om6r48vflg@google.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Love Blooms Here Plaza LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055952Z LOCATION:3601 W Douglas Blvd\, Chicago\, IL 60623\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council Calendar of Me etings and Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://nlcccplanning.org/meetings-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opa! At the Cathedral - Greek Fetival DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061243Z UID:78msmtg810un3q2lu5tqreddhe@google.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Gold Coast Greek Festival - Opa! At The Cathedral LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061243Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.annunciationcathedralchicago.org/calendar/subscri be-calendars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Glenbard North Swim Team DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10009988-1789747200-1789752600@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/glenbard-north-swim-team-2/2026-09-18/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Swim Academy DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260919T001500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10009774-1789747200-1789758900@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/swim-academy-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Aristotle Afternoon School DTSTART:20260918T213000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T063205Z UID:51ld41t8783qscvp1foufvf7va@google.com CATEGORIES:education LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T063205Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Taxiarhai - Saint Haralambos X-SOURCE-URL:https://saintharalambosgoc.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T180137Z UID:10004278-1789750800-1789761600@www.chicagoculturalalliance.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,free DESCRIPTION:Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6 PM on time. All tou rs depart from the reception desk\, and please be sure to arrive on time. The event offers wine and appetizers. \nThis Friday at 7-7:40 PM\, our Res ident Artist 2024 – Irene Hsiao will perform at the Heritage Museum of A sian Art as part of the project If The Sky Could Dream.  \nAbout the Tour –  \nLearn about Asian Art in the Heritage Museum of Asian Art with a guided hour-long tour around the gallery. Museum-trained interns and volun teers will give a talk on selected artworks. Each word is packed with fasc inating insights\, information\, and stories. During this participatory ex perience\, you’ll connect with works from across the collection and get a close look at highlighting artworks. Visitors of all ages are welcome. \ nPlease note tours may be canceled or postponed due to unforeseen circumst ances. \nAbout the project –  \nIF THE SKY COULD DREAM focuses on the C hinese dragon as a powerful being that fosters harmony. This creature is e mblematic of China as well as a mythological being for many Asian and West ern cultures and thus evokes a sense of mysticism\, and intrigue in many c ommunities. Representing the Chinese Dragon as a water deity\, the install ation series will feature images and projections of the weather and local bodies of water in Chicago. \nIf The Sky Could Dream is supported\, in par t\, by a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grant \nAbout Irene Hs iao \nIrene Hsiao creates performances in conversation with visual art in museums\, galleries\, and public spaces\, a practice that includes site-sp ecific interaction with visual artworks and experimental engagement with a rtists\, institutions\, and the public. Find out more through our website. \nAccessibility \nThe Heritage Museum of Asian Art’s Entrance is on Wes t 35th Street. Take the elevator to the third floor and turn right to the Museum Reception Desk. Accessible and standard toilets are located on the same floor. Free parking space is available next to the museum via West 35 th Street. \nIf you have any programming questions\, don’t hesitate to g et in touch with info@heritageasianart.org or 312-842-8884. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T180137Z LOCATION:Heritage Museum of Asian Art\, 3500 S Morgan St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60609\, United States URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/3rd-fridays-free-admissi on-museum-night/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Cultural Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T182111Z UID:10036643-1789750800-1789758000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Free\, City-produced Friday night concerts at Port Clinton Squ are return for a third year! Mark your calendars for 10 Friday evenings\, July 10 – September 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair and sta rt your summer weekends with live music and fun for the entire family. On- site food and beverage vendors will round out this local Friday-night favo rite event. Stick around for an exciting extended season finale on Septemb er 25  featuring the return of the ever-popular Scarecrow Trail through D owntown Highland Park for attendees to vote “best in show!” Concerts w ill generally run 6 PM – 8 PM. \n*Please note there will be no concerts July 24 or August 28\, the July 10 concert will be 5 PM – 7 PM\, and th e finale concert on September 25 will be 4 PM – 8 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nGet ready for more music\, more food\, and more fun in 2026! \nMore in fo on Downtown Concerts LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T182111Z LOCATION:Port Clinton Square\, 600-601 Central Ave.\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/downtown-concerts-at-port-clin ton-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chic ago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Flames Lights Out DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T002803Z UID:14947@live.today.uic.edu CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Flames Lights Out is an event that raises awareness about ener gy conservation and bird migration while engaging volunteers to identify u nnecessary lighting in campus buildings.\n\nFollowing a short presentation \, training and pizza at the Daley Library\, participants will head out to assigned buildings to conduct lighting audits. When the audits are comple ted\, participants will return to the library.\n\nSign up at go.uic.edu/Fl amesLightsOut. Participation is limited to 20 volunteers.\n\nFlames Lights Out is cosponsored by Planning\, Sustainability and Project Management\; the University Library\; the Energy Resources Center\; and Recreation and Wellbeing.\n\nFor more information\, please email sustainability@uic.edu. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002803Z LOCATION:UIC Daley Library\, 801 S. Morgan St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, Un ited States URL:https://live.today.uic.edu/events/flames-lights-out/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://live.today.uic.edu/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:History of the Lagoons Paddle DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T122912Z UID:10013677-1789750800-1789756200@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Explore the Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Prese nted with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T122912Z LOCATION:Tower Road Boat Launch\, IL URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/history-of-the-lagoons-paddle/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Palos Night Sky Picnic DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T122912Z UID:10012795-1789750800-1789768800@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Palos Night Sky Picnic! \nExplore t he Palos Preserves at night\, nestled within the largest Urban Night Sky Place. Bring your picnic food\, beverages & cocktails (no glass) and chair s to enjoy the evening. Live entertainment\, informal exhibits\, presentat ions and telescopes. Rain/cloud date will be Saturday\, September 19. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T122912Z LOCATION:Pioneer Woods\, IL URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/palos-night-sky-picnic-3/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Retro on Roscoe presented by Wells Fargo DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260921T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T022057Z UID:10000127-1789750800-1789934400@chicagoevents.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Retro on Roscoe\, presented by Wells Fargo (Sept. 18–20\, 20 26) – A Blast from the Past in the Heart of Chicago! 🎸🚗🎡 \nGet ready to time-travel at Retro on Roscoe\, presented by Wells Fargo\, one o f Chicago’s most beloved street festivals\, happening September 18–20 in charming Roscoe Village. This throwback extravaganza is packed with liv e music\, classic car shows\, vintage shopping and old-school fun for all ages. \nStroll down Roscoe Street and soak in the nostalgic vibes\, from d ecades-spanning hits on multiple stages to rows of rare and restored class ic cars gleaming in the sun. Indulge in delicious eats from top local vend ors\, sip on craft beer and let the kids enjoy family-friendly games and a ctivities in the dedicated children’s area. \nWhether you’re a rock ’n’ roll fanatic\, a vintage lover or just here for the good times\, R etro on Roscoe\, presented by Wells Fargo\, is your ticket to a fun-filled weekend of music\, memories and retro magic! ✌️🎶🚀 \nFor more in formation on Retro on Roscoe\, including entertainment lineup\, vendors an d sponsorship opportunities\, see the tabs below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022057Z LOCATION:On Roscoe from Damen to Leavitt\, 2000 W Roscoe St.\, Chicago\, I L\, 60618\, United States URL:https://chicagoevents.com/event/retro-on-roscoe/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Special Events Management X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagoevents.com/upcoming-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old Town Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260921T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T022057Z UID:10000133-1789750800-1789934400@chicagoevents.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:This fall\, history and celebration come together at the 2nd a nnual Old Town Oktoberfest\, happening Friday to Sunday\, September 18-20. Old Town\, Chicago’s very first German neighborhood\, will come alive w ith the sights\, sounds\, and flavors of Bavaria in a brand-new tradition you won’t want to miss. \n🍺 Authentic Flavors: Feast on bratwurst\, p retzels\, and classic German beers.🎶 Lively Entertainment: Dance and si ng along with traditional German bands\, local favorites\, and festival pe rformers all weekend.🏈 Big-Screen Football & Games: Catch the action on a giant outdoor screen and test your strength in Masskrugstemmen (stein-h olding contests) for a chance to win prizes. \nWhether you’re here for t he food\, the music\, or simply to raise a glass with friends\, Old Town O ktoberfest is set to become Chicago’s newest fall tradition. \nThe event is hosted by the Old Town Merchants & Resident Association.  For updated information on this year’s Old Town Oktoberfest\, including schedule\, music lineups\, vendors\, and directions\, see below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022057Z LOCATION:On Wells Street at Schiller\, 1360 N Wells St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 6 0610\, United States URL:https://chicagoevents.com/event/old-town-oktoberfest/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Special Events Management X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagoevents.com/upcoming-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:After Supper Visions DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062928Z UID:30196-1789750800-1789758000@www.catholiccharities.net CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:For nearly 25 years\, After Supper Visions has empowered guest s of the Catholic Charities Sister Joyce Dura\, O.S.F.\, Supper Program to explore photography and share their unique perspectives. \nParticipants r eceive cameras\, attend classes\, join photo shoots\, and spend several mo nths developing their creative vision with guidance from professional phot ographers and volunteers. Their work is featured in an annual Chicago phot ography exhibition. \nVisitors can meet the artists\, learn about their cr eative process\, and support Catholic Charities. A percentage of every pho tograph sold goes directly to the artist. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062928Z LOCATION:Saint Vincent Center\, 721 N La Salle Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States URL:https://www.catholiccharities.net/event/after-supper-visions/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Catholic Charities X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.catholiccharities.net/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Friday Night Lights: Soccer DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000852Z UID:10001926-1789750800-1789765200@www.nbparks.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Soccer takes over the artificial turf at Techny Prairie Park a nd Fields on Friday\, September 18! Young athletes in the Northbrook Park District’s Youth Soccer Leagues get the chance to play under the lights with exciting giveaways\, music and lots of fun. Bring the whole family fo r a thrilling evening of youth sports and community. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000852Z LOCATION:Techny Prairie Activity Center\, 180 Anets Drive\, Northbrook\, I L\, 60062\, United States URL:https://www.nbparks.org/event/friday-night-lights-soccer/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northbrook Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.nbparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nerf Wars DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003201-1789752600-1789758000@lgba.com CATEGORIES:family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Children ages 5–12 can take part in organized Nerf games at the Park District recreation center. \nRegistration: Advance registration through the Park District is recommended. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:Park District of La Grange\, 536 East Avenue\, La Grange\, IL\, 6 0525\, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/nerf-wars/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=i cs&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:University of Chicago Men's Cross Country at Gil Dodds Invitationa l - 8K Race DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T001719Z UID:vcal_15030-athletics.uchicago.edu CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:University of Chicago Men's Cross Country at Gil Dodds Invitat ional - 8K Race LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T001719Z LOCATION:Warrenville\, IL (St. James Farm Forest Preserve) URL:https://athletics.uchicago.edu/calendar.aspx?game_id=15030&sport_i d=5&utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:University of Chicago Athletics X-SOURCE-URL:https://athletics.uchicago.edu/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dolphins Swim Team Practice DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10010229-1789752600-1789758000@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/dolphins-swim-team-practice-4/2026-09-18 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Power Vinyasa (Friday) DTSTART:20260918T223000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681951-1789752600-1789756200@pdop.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Improve your flexibility\, strength\, balance\, and mental sti llness with this challenging yet accessible yoga class. Explore breath to movement and learn more about your personal yoga practice. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/power-vinyasa-friday-39/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Parent's Night Out DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T122053Z UID:40d5vr24atk2b4avgr40lqsr4u@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T122053Z LOCATION:TreeTop Escape\, 201 W National St\, West Chicago\, IL 60185\, US A X-SOURCE-NAME:wegoparks@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.we-goparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Fest DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T180401Z UID:11592-1789754400-1789772400@www.dpparks.org CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for three days of family fun\, live entertainment\, ex citing carnival rides\, delicious food and drinks\, and activities for all ages at our 17th Annual Fall Fest! \nEnjoy free concerts on the main stag e throughout the weekend featuring a variety of local and regional favorit es. Explore carnival rides\, games\, vendor booths\, the KidZone\, classic car show\, and History Center exhibits while making lasting memories with family and friends. \n\nFAMILY FUN\nENTERTAINMENT\nCARNIVAL\nFOOD & DRINK S\nMUSIC\n\nFriday: 6-11p  •  Saturday: Noon-11p  •  Sunday: Noon- 7p Carnival open Sunday until 8p\nFree Concerts on the main stage\nFRIDAY\ , SEPTEMBER 18 \n6:30-8:15pm: Hillbilly Rockstarz \n9-10:45pm: Arra \nSATU RDAY\, SEPTEMBER 19 \nNoon-1:30pm: The Simple Remedy \n2-3:30pm: Generatio n \n4-6pm: Carl Wockner \n6:30-8:15pm: Wedding Banned \n9-10:45pm: High In fidelity \nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20 \nNoon-1:45pm: Meaghan Farrell \n2:15-4:1 5pm: 7th Heaven \n5-7pm: Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180401Z LOCATION:Lake Park\, 2200 Lee Street\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60018\, United S tates URL:https://www.dpparks.org/event/fall-fest/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_m edium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Plaines Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dpparks.org/location/administrative-and-leisure-c enter-park-and-nature-area/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Night Out @ Ultimate Ninjas North Shore DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T002242Z UID:10036880-1789754400-1789761600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite your child to our upcoming Nerf Kids Night Out at Ultimate Ninjas North Shore! This special evening is a great opportunity for kids to have fun\, stay active\, and make new memories wi th friends. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: September 18\nTime: 6:00 PM–8:00 PM \nRegistration Fee: $35\nActive Member Discount: 10% off\n\nThe evening wi ll include Nerf activities\, fun games\, prizes\, pizza\, and chicken tend ers! \nRegistration is now open\, and space is limited. We encourage famil ies to register in advance to secure their child’s spot. \nLink to sign up -https://unns.lilypadpos.app/public/onlineproductsales/sales2.php?ptid= 79 \nWe look forward to welcoming your child for a fun-filled and memorabl e evening at Ultimate Ninjas North Shore! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T002242Z LOCATION:Ultimate Ninjas North Shore\, 3054 North Lake Terrace\, Glenview\ , IL\, 60026\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/kids-night-out-ultimate-ninjas -north-shore/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago- il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly Fall Fiesta DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T002314Z UID:10011892-1789754400-1789768800@www.chicagoculturalalliance.org CATEGORIES:community,dance,food,music DESCRIPTION:Our Young Professionals Advisory Board is hosting a new fundra iser\, the Fall Fiesta\, on Friday\, September 18th\, 2026\, at the Nation al Museum of Mexican Art. It will be an evening full of life: tacos\, musi c\, dancing\, and community\, all in support of a cause that touches some of the most overlooked members of our city. Every dollar raised goes direc tly toward the friendly visits\, phone calls\, celebrations\, and small ac ts of connection that remind our elders they are not forgotten. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T002314Z LOCATION:National Museum of Mexican Arts\, 1852 W 19th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/little-brothers-friends- of-the-elderly-fall-fiesta/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Cultural Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Japan in Practice Exhibit Opening: The Way of Tea DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T001725Z UID:73779-1789754400-1789761600@imss.org CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening of our new exhibit “The Way of Tea ” as part of our new rotating exhibit series “Japan in Practice”! \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \nJapan in Prac tice: The Way of Tea \nExhibit Opening Reception: September 18\, 2026 | 6: 00-8:00pm \nFree and open to the public! \nAbout the exhibit: \nJapanese t ea ceremony\, or chanoyu (茶の湯)\, is a living practice shaped throu gh the preparation and sharing of a bowl of tea. Within this seemingly sim ple yet carefully considered act\, objects\, gestures\, movement\, attenti on\, hospitality\, and relationships come together. \nThe Way of Tea pres ents tea utensils and related materials from the collection of the Japanes e Culture Center of Chicago\, including objects from the collections of th e late Ikka Nakashima Sensei and Omar Francis Sensei\, as well as objects acquired by the Center. Additional objects are drawn from the private coll ection of Mami Takahashi. Accompanied by video documentation\, the exhibit ion considers how cultural knowledge is carried through objects\, embodied practice\, and relationships between teacher and student\, host and guest . \nThe Way of Tea is a part of our Japan in Practice rotating exhibito n series. Japan in Practice is a rotating exhibition series presented in celebration of the International Museum of Surgical Science’s new Japan Room\, opening October 23\, 2026. Bringing together contemporary artists\ , cultural practitioners\, and objects from the Japanese Culture Center co llection\, the series explores relationships among art\, the body\, materi al\, memory\, health\, and everyday life. \nChanging exhibitions consider how artistic and cultural practices—from calligraphy\, tea\, and textile s to contemporary interdisciplinary art—carry knowledge through the body and across generations. Presented alongside the Museum’s collections an d its Anatomy in the Gallery program\, Japan in Practice expands conve rsations about health and the human experience through artistic and cultur al practices connected to Japan. \n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T001725Z LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States URL:https://imss.org/program/japan-in-practice-exhibit-opening-the-way-of- tea/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:International Museum of Surgical Science X-SOURCE-URL:https://imss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Friday's Art Night DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T023213Z UID:0jsfpc2blurneaa0vfudjbbn4d_R20240315T230000@google.com CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T023213Z X-SOURCE-NAME:ssh@sshchicago.org X-SOURCE-URL:https://sshchicago.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen After Hours • Tiempo para Adolescentes After Hours DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30304-1789754400-1789761600@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:The library is staying open late just for teens! Join us for a special After Hours. \nJoin the YA staff for a fun game of Lotería! Test your luck\, enjoy some friendly competition\, and see who can be the firs t to complete their board! \nOpen to ages 10–18. No registration require d. \n••• \n¡La biblioteca se queda abierta más tarde solo para ado lescentes! Participe en este evento especial After Hours. \n¡Únase al pe rsonal de YA para disfrutar de un divertido juego de Lotería! Ponga a pru eba su suerte\, disfrute de una competencia amistosa y vea quién puede se r el primero en completar su tablero. \nAbierto para edades de 10 a 18 añ os. No se requiere inscripción. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/teen-after-hours-tiempo-para-adoles centes-after-hours-11?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:My Omaha Film Screening DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003202-1789754400-1789763400@lgba.com CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Watch My Omaha\, filmmaker Nick Beaulieu’s personal journey documenting activism in his hometown while reconciling with his terminally ill father. \nRoom: Dierkes LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:La Grange Public Library\, 10 W. Cossitt\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525 \, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/my-omaha-film-screening/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🎨 Marks of Art – A Two-Session Workshop with Sholo Beverly DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10003582-1789754400-1789761600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:“Let’s get CREATIVITY flowing and trust in your marks of a rt.” \nThis workshop is all about meditative mark making — creating fr eely\, trusting your process\, and discovering that some of your best art comes from happy mistakes. Over two sessions\, you’ll explore unexpected materials and techniques that lead to a final self-portrait piece. \n📅 Wednesday\, July 15 | 6–8pm\n📅 Thursday\, July 16 | 6–8pm\n💰 $1 10 for both sessions \nWhat to bring:\n• 1 sketchpad of mixed media pape r\n• Drawing media (pencil\, pen\, pastel\, charcoal\, etc.)\n• 10 ite ms from home for mark making (think Q-tips\, a comb\, bubble wrap\, corks\ , leaves — get creative!) \n⚠️ Space is limited! Cancellations must be made at least 1 week before the workshop. If enrollment minimums aren ’t met\, you’ll be notified 3 days in advance with a full refund. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:6311arts\, 6311 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United St ates URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/%f0%9f%8e%a8-marks-of-a rt-a-two-session-workshop-with-sholo-beverly-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:University of Chicago Women's Cross Country at Gil Dodds Invitatio nal - 6K Race DTSTART:20260918T231500Z DTEND:20260919T021500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T001719Z UID:vcal_15038-athletics.uchicago.edu CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:University of Chicago Women's Cross Country at Gil Dodds Invit ational - 6K Race LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T001719Z LOCATION:Warrenville\, IL (St. James Farm Forest Preserve) URL:https://athletics.uchicago.edu/calendar.aspx?game_id=15038&sport_i d=12&utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:University of Chicago Athletics X-SOURCE-URL:https://athletics.uchicago.edu/calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puzzle Pursuit DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260725T122053Z UID:2nrdk7bcrgpjtn993a5pet2ubm@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T122053Z LOCATION:ARC Center\, Park District\, 201 W National St\, West Chicago\, I L 60185\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:wegoparks@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.we-goparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Four C Notes - Dinner & a Show DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T120628Z UID:10000763-1789756200-1789768800@chicagogaelicpark.com CATEGORIES:food,music DESCRIPTION:The Four C Notes Dinner & a Show \n\n\n\nCreated by John Micha el Coppola\, best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long-running pro duction of the Broadway smash hit\, Jersey Boys\, The Four C Notes are the Midwest’s only tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Val li and The Four Seasons! \n\n\n\nBuffet opens at 6:30pm. Music begins at 8 pm.Tickets include a Buffet Dinner featuring Slice Sirloin Steak\, Chicekn Vesuvio\, Baked Potato w/ toppings\, Seasonal Roasted Vegetables\, Soup\, Salad and Dinner Rolls as well as a Dessert Table with Coffee and Tea. \n \n\n\nAll are welcome at Chicago Gaelic Park. Memberships are not required . Interested in becoming a member to support Irish culture? You can do so  here.No outside food and beverage permitted. Cash bar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T120628Z URL:https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/four-c-notes-dinner-a-show-2/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Gaelic Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/oak-forest-food-truck-fes tival//cdn-cgi/l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Riftbound Friday Nexus Night DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T051244Z UID:10025480-1789756200-1789768800@www.goodgamesna.com CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Come an play in our Weekly Nexus Night Riftbound event! Constr ucted 1v1 format\, with $10 entry\, now at 6:30 on Fridays! Prize support is one pack for participation plus one pack per win. All participants will also get a Vendetta Nexus Night Pack. Players must have a Riot ID in orde r to participate. Register online from our store page here\, then pay in s tore! Registration opens at 6:00 PM on Thursdays. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T051244Z LOCATION:Good Games Chicago\, 1145 W Webster Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States URL:https://www.goodgamesna.com/event/riftbound-friday-nexus-night-3/2026- 09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Good Games North America X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.goodgamesna.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Night DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T063512Z UID:5sdsn0umd36mcl6gn89i9d3t17@google.com CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T063512Z LOCATION:Saint George Greek Orthodox Church\, 2701 N Sheffield Ave\, Chica go\, IL 60614\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:STG Public Website Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.stgeorgechicago.net/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Skate DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T011500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681952-1789756200-1789762500@pdop.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Public Skate:$12 SKATES INCLUDED \nPre-Registration and Walk-I ns accepted. \nRink Membership are available under the "Membership/Passes "  tab. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/public-skate-61/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_me dium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Enameling Sept 4-25 DTSTART:20260918T233000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681953-1789756200-1789763400@pdop.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Whether you're a beginner or have some experience\, this works hop covers essential techniques\, from preparing metals to applying powder ed glass enamel and firing. Explore different techniques – such as clois onné\, sgraffito\, and stenciling – and create your unique pieces. Guid ed by an experienced instructor\, you’ll gain hands-on practice\, learn about color layering\, and create wearable art. All materials are included \, so just bring your creativity! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/enameling-sept-4-25-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Magic Academy: One Day Wonders! - 9/18/2026 DTSTART:20260918T234500Z DTEND:20260919T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681954-1789757100-1789760700@pdop.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Have a magical time with Aaron Fasel\, renowned professional m agician from 312 Magic! Impress your family and friends with tricks that i nvolve cards\, ropes\, coins\, or even mind-reading. Each child receives m agic props to take home\, and brand new tricks are taught each time! LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/magic-academy-one-day-wonders-9-18-2026/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bernie Glim on Stage in The Beer Garden! DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T003046Z UID:10000800-1789758000-1789758000@chicagogaelicpark.com CATEGORIES:drink DESCRIPTION:Music\, Meals & Memories – All in our Beer Garden! LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T003046Z URL:https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/bernie-glim-on-stage-in-the-beer-g arden-6/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Gaelic Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/oak-forest-food-truck-fes tival//cdn-cgi/l/email-protection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Line it Up Line Dancing DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T190600Z UID:20007213-1789758000-1789763400@gortoncenter.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance!\nKick the dust of f those boots. Pop on that cowboy hat. Slide into your favorite jeans. It ’s time for line dancing! \nNever tried it before? Perfect. Want to brus h up on your moves? Even better. This class is built for beginners – and for anyone who just wants to have fun. \nWe’ll start slow. Easy steps. Clear breakdowns. No pressure\, no partner\, no problem. Just laughs\, mus ic\, and movement. \nThen\, the real fun begins. We’ll groove through co untry classics. We’ll jam to high-energy pop hits. These are the dances you’ll see at weddings\, parties\, and dance halls all over. And now\, y ou’ll know them too. \nCome solo. Come with friends. Either way\, you’ ll walk out smiling\, sweaty\, and ready to show off your new moves. \nSo grab your boots\, grab your crew\, and let’s do some line dancing! \nLes ley has been dancing her whole life. She’s been classically trained in B allet and Jazz. She’s been teaching dance for 40 years. She currently wo rks at Lake Forest Health and Fitness and Life Time Fitness in Vernon Hill s. Her super power is making everyone feel successful. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T190600Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045 URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/line-it-up-line-dancing-september-18/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Gorton Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://gortoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:River Trail Nightlife: Night Hike DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T122912Z UID:10013502-1789758000-1789758000@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Learn about nocturnal animals and more on a guided hike. Cost: $5/person. Ages 6 & up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T122912Z LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\ , 60062\, United States URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/river-trail-nightlife-night-hike-2/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Black Girl From a White Suburb DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T045136Z UID:6es6t2cru8ceue2bumt0i3mki9@google.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:American Blues Theater presents Black Girl From a White Subur b\, a tour-de-force solo show by Tania Richard.Growing up in an all-white Chicago suburb\, Tania spent her days dodging microaggressions\, striving to fit in\, and yearning to see herself reflected. Her transformation bega n when cast as The Caterpillar in “Alice in Wonderland.” Blending caut ionary tales\, social commentary\, and humor\, Tania takes the leading rol e in a culture that often relegates Black women to supporting characters. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T045136Z LOCATION:American Blues Theater\, 5627 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60659\ , USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Community Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://40thward.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Magic The Gathering - FNM - The Hobbit Draft DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T051244Z UID:10025531-1789758000-1789768800@www.goodgamesna.com CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Come and play in our MTG The Hobbit Booster Draft on Friday at 7pm! \n$35 \nRecord based prizing \n3-0 is 5 Play Booster packs \n2-1 is 3 Play Booster packs \n1-2 is 2 Play Booster packs \n0-3 is 1 Play Booster packs \nNo need to reserve a spot\, just make sure you are here and check ed in before we start at 7pm! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T051244Z LOCATION:Good Games Chicago\, 1145 W Webster Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States URL:https://www.goodgamesna.com/event/magic-the-gathering-fnm-the-hobbit-d raft-4/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Good Games North America X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.goodgamesna.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Free | Youth Nights DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T052224Z UID:29251-1789758000-1789765200@www.chicagotabernacle.org CATEGORIES:family,free DESCRIPTION:Join The Free for Youth Service! A time for our youth to worsh ip\, fellowship\, and most importantly to receive from the Word of God! \n The Free meets EVERY Friday at 7pm | Make sure to bring a friend and we ca n’t wait to see you! \nWho: 9th-12th grade students\nWhen: 7:00pm – 9: 00pm\n\nWhere: Location – Becoming Center\nAddress – 3249 N. Kilpatric k Ave. Chicago\, IL 60641 LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T052224Z LOCATION:Becoming Center\, 3249 N. Kilpatrick Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60641\ , United States URL:https://www.chicagotabernacle.org/event/the-free-worship-service/?even tDate=2026-09-18&utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chica go-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Tabernacle X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.chicagotabernacle.org/venue/chicago-il END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play On! DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054820Z UID:30dl0rml1kq1lclb6rj7e2e0j7@google.com CATEGORIES:theater LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054820Z LOCATION:Chicago Shakespeare Theater\, 800 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL 6061 1\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Theatre Opening Night Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://leagueofchicagotheatres.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:David Roth — Live at Wesley's Place DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003203-1789758000-1789765200@lgba.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Singer-songwriter David Roth brings thoughtful songs\, offbeat observations\, moving stories and humor to Wesley’s Place. Doors open a t 6:30 p.m.\; music begins at 7 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of La Grange\, 117 S. Ashland Avenu e\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525\, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/david-roth-live-at-wesleys-place/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ALDOUS HARDING with Sam Burton DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061100Z UID:94956-1789758000-1789772400@chicagomusic.guide CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:ALDOUS HARDING with Sam Burton\nPhoto Credit – Emma Wallbank s LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061100Z LOCATION:Thalia Hall\, 1807 S Allport Street\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60608\ , United States URL:https://chicagomusic.guide/event/aldous-harding-with-sam-burton/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Music Guide X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagomusic.guide END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Swim DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10009908-1789758000-1789767000@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:outdoors LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/open-swim/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Anfora Wine Tastings -- September The Loire Valley! DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T120305Z UID:2681955-1789758000-1789763400@pdop.org CATEGORIES:drink DESCRIPTION:Discover the art of wine with Anfora Wine Merchants\, as they guide you on a curated tasting journey featuring thoughtfully selected win es that highlight various regions from their store here in Oak Park. \nJoi n Anfora Wine Merchants in September for a tasting devoted to the wines of the Loire Valley\, one of France’s most diverse and exciting wine regio ns.  Arguably the world’s best wine region to showcase a variety of whi tes and reds. We’ll taste our way through some of our favorites – join us!  \nWhether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned enthusiast\, this experience offers a relaxed yet elevated opportunity to expand your palat e and deepen your appreciation of wine. Light accompaniments will be serve d to complement the tasting experience. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T120305Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/anfora-wine-tastings-september-the-loire-valley /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adolescent Salvation DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10003953-1789758000-1789763400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Over the course of one night\, through a haze of tequila\, tex ting\, and Taylor Swift\, three teenagers banter\, bicker\, and push each other to the edge of danger — with consequences that could prove lethal. A play that lingers long after the curtain\, Adolescent Salvation dares t o portray adolescence in all its abundance of contradictions: sloppy\, raw \, and deeply human. Starts August 14\, only at Theater Wit. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, Unite d States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/adolescent-salvation-2/ 2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Uncanny Attic: Chapters I-L DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10004431-1789758000-1789763400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Uncanny Attic is a theatrical anthology inspired by Edward Gorey’s iconic The Gashlycrumb Tinies. This absurdist dark comedy serie s brings to life\, and then almost immediately to death\, the book’s twe nty-six ill-fated children. Each installment ‘chapters’ of The Uncanny Attic creates imagined histories for four of Gorey’s ill-fated characte rs as told through puppetry\, clowning\, dance\, live music\, drag\, stop- motion animation\, and visual theater. \nSet inside the mysterious attic o f an abandoned house on the cape and narrated by a family of resident racc oons\, each chapter is a self-contained theatrical journey into the camp m acabre world of the fictional town\, Willowdale. There\, through a series of not-so-random circumstances\, audiences encounter an unforgettable cast of eccentric characters whose fates inevitably lead to a delightfully sti cky end. \nThe Uncanny Attic: Chapters I-L cast includes veteran performer s in several disciplines including co-creators Jennifer Friedrich (Incurab le Theater\, Redmoon Theater) and Bazuka Joe (Poonie’s Cabaret\, Newport Theater Camp)\, along with Jill Summers\, Susie Kirkwood\, Josh Levine an d Mackenzie Shapiro\, Luc Ami\, Mz Love\, Karma Carnelian\, Derry Eire\, M arla Wyrd\, Lady Ve’Lush\, Vixxie Velvet\, and Vixen Violencia. \nThe Un canny Attic is an original performance series created and produced by Chic ago-based Beautifully Gruesome Productions\, the creative partnership of J ennifer Friedrich (The Bunny Royale) and Bazuka Joe. \nBeautifully Gruesom e Productions is honored to partner with The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust in bringing The Uncanny Attic to audiences. All related titles\, characte rs\, and logos are property of The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust. All Righ ts Reserved. \nPhotography by Jess Genito\, Illustrations by Ken Gerleve LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:The Newport Theater\, 956 West Newport Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60 657\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-uncanny-attic-chapt ers-i-l-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided Meditation DTSTART:20260919T001500Z DTEND:20260919T004500Z DTSTAMP:20260915T063240Z UID:ET-26258988-197387993@resources.planningcenteronline.com CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Friday of each month\, Margaret Renas\, LMC member and meditation teacher\, will offer free guided meditations in the lounge fro m 7:15 to 7:45pm. For questions or more information\, contact Margaret Ren as. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T063240Z LOCATION:Luther Memorial Church of Chicago - 2500 W. Wilson Avenue\, Chica go\, Illinois 60625 X-SOURCE-NAME:Luther Memorial Church of Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:http://luthermemorialchicago.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wonderlove "The Stevie Wonder Experience" DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T003523Z UID:16603-1789759800-1789768800@thebeverlyartscenter.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Wonderlove “The Stevie Wonder Experience”\nNEW SHOW ADDED: Friday\, September 18th\, 2026 @ 7:30  \nSaturday\, September 19th\, 202 6 @ 7:30pm  \nNon-members $35  \nMembers $32 \n\nWonderlove is back at t he BAC!\n\nWonderlove embodies the heart and soul of Stevie Wonder. Known as\nthe 8th wonder of the world\, Stevie’s musical legacy is great feel ing\nmusic! When you attend a Wonderlove “The Stevie Wonder Experience ”\nconcert\, you will be inundated with many emotions: an abundance of\n love\, love of Life\, love of friends here and gone\, far and near. Specia l\nmemories of times in your life if you heard Stevie Wonder in the 1960 ’s\,\n1970’s\, 1980’s 1990’s or 2000’s. Yes\, Stevie Wonder has had #1 hits\nin every one of those decades\, his musical career is unlike no other. 50\nyears of writing\, producing\, playing and singing some of t he greatest\nhit songs on the radio waves! From his first #1 hit Fingertip s Pt2 for the\ngreat Motown label when he was a mere 12 years old. Whether you are\nlistening for his top chart hitting songs or you’re old school and\nremember your favorite songs from his great albums (that’s how you \nused to enjoy listening to amazing music from the full vinyl\nalbums) …Your soul will be touched from song to song. This is why\nwe call this show an experience\, not only is it a visual tribute to the\nStevie Wonder live show\, but you will experience a multitude of\nemotions as we said f rom Love\, Tranquility\, Happiness\, Memories\,\nTears of joy and inspirat ion and defiantly last but not least the\nPARTAY!!!!!!\n  \nPURCHASE TICK ETS HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T003523Z LOCATION:Baffes Theatre at Beverly Arts center\, 2407 W 111th St\, Chicago \, IL\, 60605\, United States URL:https://thebeverlyartscenter.com/event/wonderlove-the-stevie-wonder-ex perience-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Beverly Arts Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://beverlyartcenter.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Daley – US Tour with m.e.h. DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T000102Z UID:6a29dcd0b89514e11a9c2669 CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:City Winery Chicago Presents Daley live on Friday\, September 18th at 7:30 PM! Daley is an acclaimed British singer\, songwriter and cre ative artist from Manchester\, UK\, whose unmistakable falsetto and soul- bearing songwriting first emerged through London’s underground music sc ene and swiftly carried him onto the global stage\, where he established himself as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary soul. \nTick et URL: https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/daley-xko9f2 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000102Z LOCATION:Main Stage\, City Winery Chicago\, 1200 W. Randolph St\, Chicago\ , 60607\, US URL:https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/daley-xko9f2?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:City Winery Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://citywinery.com/pages/events/chicago END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stammtisch Open Haus\, Every 3rd Friday DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T180137Z UID:10006068-1789759800-1789776000@www.chicagoculturalalliance.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,food DESCRIPTION:Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a grea t way to meet new friends and enjoy a little Gemütlichkeit over some deli cious German food and drink! \nTheme TBD \nFood and drink will be availabl e for purchase. \nFree parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Wester n and Gunnison LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T180137Z LOCATION:DANK Haus German American Cultural Center\, 4740 N. Western Ave.\ , Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/stammtisch-open-haus-eve ry-3rd-friday/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Cultural Alliance X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SMILEY DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060950Z UID:10002448-1789759800-1789765200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:comedy,theater DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua\, a sharp\, funny\, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has capti vated audiences around the world. \nOriginally premiering in Barcelona\, S MILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain\, enjoying extended runs i n Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut\, t he play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America\ , with productions in Germany\, Italy\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Chile\, Puerto R ico\, Peru\, and beyond. \nWhile SMILEY has become a global audience favor ite\, it has had only limited exposure in the United States\, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ pro duction introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audienc es\, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging c ontemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage. \nWhen ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex\, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a s tranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connectio n between two very different men. As texts turn into calls\, and calls int o something more\, they navigate attraction\, vulnerability\, and the comp licated reality of modern love. \nFunny\, fast\, and disarmingly honest\, SMILEYexplores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by scre ens\, expectations\, and the fear of being truly seen. \nGuillem Clua is o ne of Spain’s most widely produced contemporary playwrights\, whose work has been staged internationally and translated into multiple languages. H is plays\, including SMILEY and THE SWALLOW\, are known for their emotiona l intelligence\, wit\, and insight into the complexities of human connecti on. \nOpen Space Arts continues its commitment to bold\, intimate storytel ling that centers queer lives and voices with SMILEY\, a play that reflect s the company’s ongoing exploration of connection\, identity\, and the e volving nature of love. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060950Z LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, Uni ted States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-09-18/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:THE SWALLOW DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T060950Z UID:10004321-1789759800-1789765200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Open Space Arts presents THE SWALLOW\, an intimate and deeply moving two-character drama by internationally produced Catalan playwright Guillem Clua\, author of SMILEY\, which Open Space Arts presented in a suc cessful extended run in June and July 2026. \nFeaturing Michelle McKenzie- Voigt and Jim Nally\, THE SWALLOW is set during a private singing lesson b etween a choral director and a new student. As they work together on a son g\, what initially seems like a simple musical exchange becomes something more personal\, more complicated\, and more revealing. \nWith humor\, tens ion\, and emotional precision\, the play explores grief\, memory\, family\ , faith\, identity\, and the stories people tell in order to survive. Musi c becomes both a refuge and a doorway\, allowing two strangers to move tow ard truths that have been difficult to face. \nTHE SWALLOW is a powerful t heatrical encounter about loss\, compassion\, and the possibility of conne ction when people are willing to listen. \nPerformance Schedule \nTHE SWAL LOW runs September 11–27\, 2026\, with performances on Fridays and Satur days at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 3:00 PM. \nA possible extension would run O ctober 2–18\, 2026\, with the same performance schedule: Fridays and Sat urdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 3:00 PM. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T060950Z URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-swallow/2026-09-18/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Night Golf Outing DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T050336Z UID:10002450-1789759800-1789772400@www.westmontparks.org CATEGORIES:sports DESCRIPTION:Experience a unique round of golf under the lights with a full y illuminated course and glowing LED golf balls! \n• Every player receiv es 3 LED golf balls. \n• On-course competitions\, raffle prizes\, and a golf ball cannon on Hole #7. \n• Head to the clubhouse after your round for concessions and more prizes. \nRegister as an individual or with your own foursome. During registration please indicate if you would like to be paired with other golfers. \nSpots are limited\, so sign up early! \nRegis ter here LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T050336Z LOCATION:Twin Lakes Golf Club\, 400 W 59th St\, Westmont\, IL\, United Sta tes URL:https://www.westmontparks.org/event/night-golf-outing-fall26/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Westmont Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.westmontparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Front Page DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054820Z UID:190urdb48bqgc4a9db9me4dl0n@google.com CATEGORIES:theater LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054820Z LOCATION:Northlight Theatre\, 1012 Church St\, Evanston\, IL 60201\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Theatre Opening Night Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://leagueofchicagotheatres.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Death by Design – A Murder Mystery Comedy DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T061822Z UID:10005000-1789759800-1789767000@www.ssc.edu CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Set at an English country manor in 1932\, Death by Design (by Rob Urbinati) follows a playwright and his actress wife who flee to the c ountryside after a disastrous opening night. When unexpected guests arrive (each harboring a secret) and one of them turns up dead\, it falls to the feisty Irish maid to solve the crime in this mash-up of mystery and comed y. This performance is presented by the PAC Rats Theatre Company of South Suburban College. Tickets are available at the door for $10 for general ad mission adults\, $8 for seniors (55+)\, and a special $5 buy-one-get-one-f ree offer for South Suburban College students and staff. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T061822Z LOCATION:Kindig Performing Arts Center\, 15800 S. State Street\, South Hol land\, IL\, 60473\, United States URL:https://www.ssc.edu/event/death-by-design-a-murder-mystery-comedy/2026 -09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:South Suburban College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ssc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Presents “Ride the Cyclone\, ” September 16 - October 25 DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10004126-1789759800-1789770600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Metropolis Performing Arts Centre\, located in the heart of do wntown Arlington Heights\, 111 W. Campbell St.\, is proud to announce the cast and creative team for Ride the Cyclone\, September 16 – October 25. Ride the Cyclone is presented with book\, music and lyrics by Jacob Richm ond and Brooke Maxwell. The Metropolis production is directed by original American cast member Lillian Castillo\, and music directed by Carolyn Brad y. \nIn a now-abandoned theme park not so long ago\, six teenagers hurtled to their death on the roller coaster The Cyclone. Now\, those teens are b ack from the afterlife\, with all of their unlived dreams\, potential\, ho pes\, and fears in tow. They grapple with the lives they led on Earth and the choices they made – all except a mysterious and headless girl named Jane Doe\, who has no memory of her past. As instructed by a fortune-telli ng machine named The Amazing Karnak\, the teens need to decide who amongst them will receive the gift of returning to their life. As they fight to b e the one to return\, they realize that life’s ups and downs\, tragedies and victories\, love and loss are all just part of the ride. \nAn added b onus to the Metropolis production features Director Lillian Castillo. Cast illo is the original “Constance” on the world premiere cast recording. She originated the role in the American premiere at Chicago Shakespeare T heater and continued performing in the Off-Broadway\, Seattle and Atlanta productions. \nThe regular performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays a t 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 and 7:30 p.m. The performance o n Saturday\, Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. will be closed captioned and the performan ce on Thursday\, Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m. will be ASL interpreted. Tickets are now on sale from $25 to $49 at MetropolisArts.com or by calling the box of fice at 847.577.2121. LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:Metropolis Performing Arts Centre\, 111 W. Campbell St.\, Arlingt on Heights\, IL\, 60005\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/metropolis-performing-a rts-centre-presents-ride-the-cyclone-september-16-october-25-2/2026-09-18/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Redtwist Theatre Presents The First Show of Its 22nd Season\, “P rayer Circle\,” September 17 - November 8 DTSTART:20260919T003000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T121214Z UID:10004548-1789759800-1789770600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Award-winning Redtwist Theatre’s new 22nd season\, “State of Violence\,” begins with Prayer Circle\, September 17 – November 8\, by Erik Gernand and directed by Executive Artistic Director Dusty Brown\, at Redtwist Theatre\, 1044 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. \nAs the world hurtles ever faster in the wrong direction\, Addy discovers she may have the power to m ake it better. Joining with the members of a small town prayer circle\, fo ur people try to convince their pastor to pray with them… to bring about some killer results. Erik Gernand\, Redtwist’s resident playwright\, in vites audiences to a darkly comedic debate – how far would you go to sav e your country? \nThe cast of Prayer Circle includes Jaqueline Grandt* (sh e/her\, Marilyn)\; Philip C. Matthews* (he/him\, Pastor Evans)\; Andi Muri el (she/they\, Addy)\; Kezia Waters (he/they\, Doug)\; Macaria Chaparro Ma rtinez* (she/they\, Carol)\; Natalie Rae (she/her\, Marilyn U/S)\; Jeff Me nezes (he/him\, Pastor Evans U/S)\; Jessie Skonesey (she/her\, Addy U/S) a nd Marco Antonio Perez (he/they\, Doug U/S). \nThe creative team of Prayer Circle includes Erik Gernand (he/him\, playwright)\; Dusty Brown (they/th em\, director)\; Joshua Servantez (he/him\, assistant director)\; Lauren V olkart (she/her\, stage manager)\; J Bestul (he/him\, dramaturg)\; Jeff Br ain* (he/him\, scenic designer)\; Leo Bassow* (he/they\, props designer)\; Piper Kirchhoffer* (she/her\, lighting designer)\;Madeline Felauer (she/h er\, costume designer) and Charlie Tolbert (they/them\, production manager ). \nRegular performance schedule includes Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Single tickets are on sale for $50 (sen iors and veterans: $35\; students: $10 and Fridays are Pay-What-You-Can) w ith subscriptions also available at RedtwistTheatre.org. \n*denotes Redtwi st Theatre Ensemble Member LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T121214Z LOCATION:Redtwist Theater\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/redtwist-theatre-presen ts-the-first-show-of-its-22nd-season-prayer-circle-september-17-november-8 -2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago -il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MUSIC: Judson Main DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T183304Z UID:17g7tj9picad0n6ie4sgi5aa3q@google.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183304Z X-SOURCE-NAME:SB Skokie Public X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sketchbookbrewing.com/all-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AIR SUPPLY: A MATTER OF TIME TOUR DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054434Z UID:10003392-1789761600-1789761600@www.arcadalive.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Continuing to make musical history with every sold out perform ance around the world\, legendary pop duo Air Supply is riding the wave of an eventful banner year in 2026\, with concerts across North America\, Au stralia\, South America\, Europe and Asia\, a biopic in the works\, an imp ending Star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame and – brace yourselves\, devot ed Airheads – A Matter of Time\, their first studio album in 15 years.  Graham Russell’s heartfelt and soul-piercing songwriting talents\, along with his and Russell Hitchcock’s dynamic trademark vocals\, are on emph atic display throughout the multi-faceted 11-track collection\, due to dro p digitally December 3\, with the same release date for an exclusive speci al edition 80’s style vinyl version. Released to coincide with Air Supp ly’s incredible 50th anniversary as a duo\, A Matter of Time caps an his toric career that compares to the Beatlesque feat of five consecutive Top Five Singles (“Lost in Love\,” “All Out of Love\,” “Every Woman in the World\,” “The One That You Love\,” “Here I Am”). During t heir early 80’s run\, they sold a collective total of 20 million copies of their first three albums (Lost in Love\, The One That You Love\, Now & Forever) and the 1983 Greatest Hits collection and achieved multi-million radio plays for five of their hits\, including “Sweet Dreams” and the Jim Steinman-penned “Making Love Out of Nothing At All.” \nThe release of the album comes seven months after Graham and Russell celebrated a hal f century since meeting as chorus members of the Australian touring compan y of Jesus Christ Superstar in a most extraordinary way – headlining a s old-out show at Carnegie Hall on their actual 50th anniversary date. Whil e most of the duo’s albums have been produced by Graham\, the singer/son gwriter was delighted to work this time with Grammy-nominated Canadian pro ducer Brian Howes\, a two time Juno Award\, Dove Award and multiple BMI Aw ard winner whose star-studded career includes recordings by the rock bands Skillet\, Puddle of Mudd\, Nickelback\, Hedley and Simple Plan and tracks by American Idol greats Daughtry and David Cook. A Matter of Time took a full two years to come together from inception to completed production fo r several reasons – Air Supply’s relentless ongoing 130 date U.S. and international annual tour schedule and Howes’ insistence\, even in this digital age\, that all of Graham and Russell’s vocals be recorded at his studio in Courtenay\, Canada\, an island off the coast of British Columbi a\, requiring several trips. \n  \nBuy Now LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054434Z LOCATION:Arcada Theatre\, 105 E Main St\, St. Charles\, IL\, 60174\, Unite d States URL:https://www.arcadalive.com/event/air-supply-a-matter-of-time-tour/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arcada Theatre X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arcadalive.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LEGENDS STAGE AT THE ARCADA THEATRE: BLUES ATTACK WITH "CHICAGO'S TRIPLE THREAT" NIGEL MACK DTSTART:20260919T013000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054434Z UID:10005204-1789763400-1789763400@www.arcadalive.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Blues music with Nigel Mack on our Legends Stage in Rock ‘N Ravioli\, located in the lobby of the Arcada Theatre. Food and h and-crafted cocktails are available for purchase. There is no entertainmen t fee for this performance. Doors will open at 5PM and the show will begin at 8:30PM.\n\nChicago blues ‘triple threat’ Nigel Mack delivers a hig h-energy show that fuses blues classics with the punch of contemporary ori ginal blues.  Seamlessly switching between instruments\, Nigel Mack is eq ually proficient at them all.  These are talents honed by years of relent less touring in support of his critically acclaimed albums\, Devil’s Sec rets\, Road Rage\, High Price To Play and his most recent release\, the #1 album Back In Style.  Based in Chicago\, IL Nigel Mack Blues Attack have toured all over North America\, Europe and headlined top blues venue s throughout. Those who have seen this dynamic band are sure to say that ‘Nigel Mack & the Blues Attack’ will keep you coming back for more!\n   \nCLICK HERE to see menus. \nMake A Reservation LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054434Z LOCATION:Arcada Theatre\, 105 E Main St\, St. Charles\, IL\, 60174\, Unite d States URL:https://www.arcadalive.com/event/legends-stage-at-the-arcada-theatre-b lues-attack-with-chicagos-triple-threat-nigel-mack-3/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arcada Theatre X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arcadalive.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:STUDIO 64: Old School DJ Dance Party with Frankie "Hollywood" Rodr iguez DTSTART:20260919T013000Z DTEND:20260919T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T054434Z UID:10005071-1789763400-1789763400@www.arcadalive.com CATEGORIES:dance,free DESCRIPTION:Studio 64\, located on the 2nd Floor of the Arcada Theatre Com plex\, is bringing New York’s Studio 54 vibe to St. Charles.  Join us i n a lounge style setting complete with glittered walls\, floor to ceiling video screens\, and lots of disco balls!  It’s an Old School DJ Dance P arty with a live DJ. There is NO COVER to attend.  Lite Bites and Cocktai ls are available for purchase.  Doors open at 8:00PM. No RSVP needed and seating and tables are first come first served.  The dance floor is\, of course\, OPEN! \nFrankie Hollywood Rodriguez has had a legendary status wi th House music long before it captivated the world. Frankie is an original member of The Hot Mix 5. The Chicago house music scene exploded as the Ho t Mix 5 show and WBMX 102.7fm became the #1 Radio show in Chicago\, by air ing a new sound called House Music. Soon the Hot Mix 5 Radio show became k nown all over the world as their mixes were sent across America and abroad . Many of the Top DJs in the world have recognized The Hot Mix 5 as their mentors. The City of Chicago recognized Frankie and the Hot Mix 5’s cont ribution to the creation of House music and honored them in downtown Chica go on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Balbo Drive with a street called “Hot Mix 5 Way”. Frankie is currently known as one of the top Video Re mix DJs on tour and opening for major recording artist Def Leppard\, Bon J ovi\, Sting\, Billy Joel\, Foo Fighters\, Zac Brown Band\, Carrie Underwoo d\, Paul McCartney\, Florida Georgia Line\, Luke Bryan\, Kid Rock\, Bebe R exha and Maddie & Tae. Frankie is also the Host of “My House” a weekl y podcast featuring the best in dance music. Frankie’s unique talent to re-produce music with video makes him one of the most sought-after Video D Js in the world and currently has over 750\,000 listens and views on Mixcl oud and YouTube. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T054434Z LOCATION:Arcada Theatre\, 105 E Main St\, St. Charles\, IL\, 60174\, Unite d States URL:https://www.arcadalive.com/event/studio-64-old-school-dj-dance-party-w ith-frankie-hollywood-rodriguez-56/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics &utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Arcada Theatre X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.arcadalive.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:3rd Bachata Prelims/1st Salsa Prelim & Social DTSTART:20260919T020000Z DTEND:20260919T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T022438Z UID:4r2pu1ak8hr4tb1ol8g9ofhein@google.com CATEGORIES:dance LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T022438Z X-SOURCE-NAME:LR Social Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.latinrhythms.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DJ Danny Leroy DTSTART:20260919T023000Z DTEND:20260919T063000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061010Z UID:10007789-1789767000-1789781400@www.emporiumarcadebar.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Emporium Arcade Bar redefines entertainment with live music fr om Danny Leroy and immersive experiences. Level up your night! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061010Z LOCATION:Chicago Logan Square\, 2363 N Milwaukee Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 6064 7\, United States URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/dj-danny-leroy-091826/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Emporium Arcade Bar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/sembra-presents-tiang uis-market-022226 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FRIDAY\, SEPT 18TH – DJ AK DTSTART:20260919T033000Z DTEND:20260919T070000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T180708Z UID:56621-1789770600-1789783200@vixenmchenry.com CATEGORIES:free,music DESCRIPTION:THE PARTY IS AT THE VIXEN!\nFRIDAY\, SEPT 18TH – DJ AK\nMUSI C STARTS AT 10:30PM\nNO COVER! LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T180708Z LOCATION:21+ w/ID URL:https://vixenmchenry.com/event/friday-sept-18th-dj-ak/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:The Vixen in McHenry X-SOURCE-URL:https://vixenmchenry.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DJ Cher DTSTART:20260919T043000Z DTEND:20260919T083000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061010Z UID:10007828-1789767000-1789781400@www.emporiumarcadebar.com CATEGORIES:drink,music DESCRIPTION:More color\, more sound\, more things going on than you can im agine. Emporium has your weekdays and weekends set up. Day or night\, game s or beer.. or both! You’ll never be bored here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061010Z LOCATION:Chicago Fulton Market\, 839 W Fulton Market\, Chicago\, IL\, 6060 7\, United States URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/dj-cher-091826/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Emporium Arcade Bar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.emporiumarcadebar.com/event/sembra-presents-tiang uis-market-022226 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR