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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - chicago-il BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dog Day Saturday Afternoon DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060943Z UID:10004828-1788613200-1788627600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,drink DESCRIPTION:Get Sidetrack’d the 1st Saturday of each month for our playd ate with your pup from 1-5pm. \nSuper Dog-Friendly Tito’s Handmade Vodka will have fun doggy swag on hand to pass out to our canine customers. Bon us for the pups\, weather permitting they love being outside on our multi- level Rooftop Deck! \nBring your pooch and come grab a drink and treats. N o cover. No dog required. People must be 21 with ID. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060943Z LOCATION:Sidetrack\, 3349 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/dog-day-saturday-aftern oon/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oil Lamp Theater Presents “I Love You Because\,” August 14 - S eptember 13 DTSTART:20260905T200000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001012Z UID:10003924-1788620400-1788627600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:music,theater DESCRIPTION:Oil Lamp Theater is proud to announce its next production\, I Love You Because\, August 14 – September 13\, book and lyrics by Ryan Cu nningham\, music by Joshua Salzman and orchestrations by Larry Hochman\, d irected by Scott Shallenbarger and music directed by Aaron Kahn\, at Oil L amp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road. \nModern dating is a mess. Sometimes to find Mr. Right you need to find Mr. Wrong – even if that means seeing so meone stuck on their ex\, awkward encounters of the intimate kind and lots of bad coffee dates. Opposites attract in this feel-good musical that wil l transport you into the heart of your favorite guilty pleasure rom-com. C reated by acclaimed musical team Ryan Cunningham and Joshua Salzman and in spired by Jane Austen’s gold-standard romance novel Pride and Prejudice\ , this delightful musical will make you fall head over heels. \nThe cast o f I Love You Because includes Aiden McCoy (any with respect\, Austin Benne t)\; Maxwell J DeTogne (any with respect\, Jeff Bennet)\; Hannah Kipp (she /her\, Marcy Fitzwilliams)\; Kristin Brintnall (she/her\, Diana Bingley)\; Daria Koon (she/they\, NYC Woman)\; Tommy Rothwells (he/him\, NYC Man)\; Freddy Mauricio (he/him\, Austin Bennet U/S)\; Nic Eastlund (he/him\, Jeff Bennet U/S)\; Kaitie Bonds (she/her\, Marcy Fitzwilliams U/S)\; Dominique Ruffalo (she/her\, Diana Bingley U/S)\; Nikki Holladay (she/her\, NYC Wom an U/S) and Joe Dennis (he/him\, NYC Man U/S). \nThe production team inclu des Scott Shallenbarger (he/him\, director)\; Aaron Kahn (he/him\, music d irector/accompanist)\; Bob Knuth (he/him\, scenic designer)\; Devin Meseke (he/him\, properties designer)\; Maya Reter (she/her\, sound designer)\; Sara Segneri (she/her\, stage manager)\; Danielle Reinhardt (she/her\, cos tume designer)\; Conner Nicoson (they/them\, technical director)\; Connor Windle (she/her\, production manager) and Rose Leisner (she/her\, company manager). \nThe performance schedule is Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. \; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. with additional Wednesday performances Wednesday\, Aug. 19 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.\; Wednes day Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m. (Understudy Performance)\; Wednesday\, Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Wednesday Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $30 for previews and $55 for the run at OilLampTheater.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001012Z LOCATION:Oil Lamp Theater\, 1723 Glenview Road\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, U nited States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/oil-lamp-theater-presen ts-i-love-you-because-august-14-september-13-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ManBits Art Opening Reception DTSTART:20260905T230000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060943Z UID:10004581-1788631200-1788642000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of ManBits\, an ongoing fine art photography series by RS Jenkins celebrating the sensual lines of the male physique. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060943Z LOCATION:transistor Chicago\, 1058 W Bryn Mawr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, Un ited States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/manbits-art-opening-rec eption/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🎨 Marks of Art – A Two-Session Workshop with Sholo Beverly DTSTART:20260905T230000Z DTEND:20260906T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10003569-1788631200-1788638400@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:20260905T060944Z 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-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Starlight Sapphic Presents: BIPOC Speed Dating @ Open Outcry DTSTART:20260906T000000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181056Z UID:10004921-1788634800-1788642000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,drink DESCRIPTION:Quick chats\, big connections! Find your perfect match at Chic ago’s BIPOC sapphic speed dating event. \nStarlight Sapphic Presents: BI POC Speed Dating @ Open Outcry Brewing Company \n🌈 Calling all sapphic women of color in Chicago! Are you ready for a night of connection\, fun\, and maybe even finding your perfect match? Join us for a unique event des igned exclusively for BIPOC lesbians\, bisexuals\, and wlw ages 21-35. \n 💘 How It Works: \nOn the night of the event\, head to Open Outcry Brewi ng Company to mingle\, sip on drinks\, and meet other amazing women in a c asual\, friendly setting.\nYou will be provided a list of the names of the people you’ll meet so you can take notes and identify those you would l ike to see again.\nThere will be multiple rounds\, 5 minutes each. The hos t will ask an open ended question at the top of each round as a conversati on starter.\nThere will be 1 break and time at the end to chat freely to a nyone who catches your eye.\nYou will receive an email informing you of yo ur matches within 24-48 hours after the event.\n🍸 What to Expect: \nA w elcoming and inclusive atmosphere at Open Outcry Brewing Company.\nFun\, l ighthearted 5 minute dates.\nOpportunities to meet and connect with other sapphic women in Chicago.\n📅 Event Details: \nDate: Sept 5th\, 2026\nTi me: 7pm – 9pm\nLocation: 10934 S. Western Avenue Chicago\, IL 60643\nAge Requirement: 21+\n🎟️ RSVP Now! Spots are limited\, so don’t miss o ut on this exciting opportunity to meet your match. \n💌 Questions? Cont act us on Instagram @starlightsapphic.chi LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181056Z LOCATION:Open Outcry Brewing Company\, 10934 S. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, I L\, 60643\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/starlight-sapphic-prese nts-bipoc-speed-dating-open-outcry/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adolescent Salvation DTSTART:20260906T000000Z DTEND:20260906T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10003946-1788634800-1788640200@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:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Theater Wit\, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, Unite d States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/adolescent-salvation-2/ 2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SMILEY DTSTART:20260906T003000Z DTEND:20260906T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10002445-1788636600-1788642000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community 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:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, Uni ted States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/smiley/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:We Are Collective: Arts of Lore DTSTART:20260906T003000Z DTEND:20260906T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10004590-1788636600-1788643800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Arts of Lore is a community arts festival that will be celebra ting the lore of 8 individual artists. These artists are presenting works that relate to their personal lore\, their community stories\, and ancestr al histories. Arts of Lore is meant to uplift queer folks & those around t hem by showcasing\, tending to\, and celebrating our varied experiences. B ecome part of our lore by attending Arts of Lore! \nIn addition to the per formance\, we transform spaces to make an immersive experience as well as host the Queer Art Market which platforms queer artists from within We Are Collective & our community to promote the other art forms that they produ ce. We also offer community resource tabling at our events as well to prov ide a net of queer-safe spaces or organizations for the Chicago community with organizations like Brave Space Alliance\, Center on Halstead\, & Chic ago Books to Women in Prison. \nDoors open : 7:00p\nCome to enjoy the Quee r Art Market before the show begins. \nShow start : 7:30p\nThere will be n o late seating. If you arrive late\, please wait until intermission to ent er the auditorium. If the doors are closed\, do not enter! \nApproximate s how run time : 90 minutes (including 15 minute intermission)\nArts of Lore | Lead Artists\nCaity Gee | she/her \nDawn Heilung | they/them \nDev Saxm an | they/them \nHannah Huang | they/she \nLani Anderson | she/her \nMiche lle Stolberg | she/they \nNami Flare | she/her \nPerla Sanchez | she/her \ nAccommodations & Limitations:\nChicago Danztheatre Ensemble has two fligh ts of stairs to access the auditorium space. If you are not able to attend the show due to accessibility\, we are deeply sorry! Please reach out to admin@wearecollective.online to receive a discounted virtual ticket. \nCon tent Warning: Simulated fire\, divinity\, religion\, flashing lights\, dea th\, grief\, depression\, alcoholism\, semi nudity. \nThis show is 18+ onl y. \nMasks are encouraged but not mandatory. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble\, 1650 W. Foster Ave.\, Chicago\, IL \, 60640\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/we-are-collective-arts- of-lore-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:We Are Collective: Arts of Lore DTSTART:20260906T003000Z DTEND:20260906T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10004594-1788636600-1788643800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Arts of Lore is a community arts festival that will be celebra ting the lore of 8 individual artists. These artists are presenting works that relate to their personal lore\, their community stories\, and ancestr al histories. Arts of Lore is meant to uplift queer folks & those around t hem by showcasing\, tending to\, and celebrating our varied experiences. B ecome part of our lore by attending Arts of Lore! \nIn addition to the per formance\, we transform spaces to make an immersive experience as well as host the Queer Art Market which platforms queer artists from within We Are Collective & our community to promote the other art forms that they produ ce. We also offer community resource tabling at our events as well to prov ide a net of queer-safe spaces or organizations for the Chicago community with organizations like Brave Space Alliance\, Center on Halstead\, & Chic ago Books to Women in Prison. \nDoors open : 7:00p\nCome to enjoy the Quee r Art Market before the show begins. \nShow start : 7:30p\nThere will be n o late seating. If you arrive late\, please wait until intermission to ent er the auditorium. If the doors are closed\, do not enter! \nApproximate s how run time : 90 minutes (including 15 minute intermission)\nArts of Lore | Lead Artists\nCaity Gee | she/her \nDawn Heilung | they/them \nDev Saxm an | they/them \nHannah Huang | they/she \nLani Anderson | she/her \nMiche lle Stolberg | she/they \nNami Flare | she/her \nPerla Sanchez | she/her \ nAccommodations & Limitations:\nChicago Danztheatre Ensemble has two fligh ts of stairs to access the auditorium space. If you are not able to attend the show due to accessibility\, we are deeply sorry! Please reach out to admin@wearecollective.online to receive a discounted virtual ticket. \nCon tent Warning: Simulated fire\, divinity\, religion\, flashing lights\, dea th\, grief\, depression\, alcoholism\, semi nudity. \nThis show is 18+ onl y. \nMasks are encouraged but not mandatory. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble\, 1650 W. Foster Ave.\, Chicago\, IL \, 60640\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/we-are-collective-arts- of-lore-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bambi Banks Presents: Clue University: A Drag Parody DTSTART:20260906T003000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10001933-1788636600-1788645600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Bambi Banks returns to the LookOut Series with Clue Univer sity\, a slasher parody play that combines all the fun and whimsy of the game of Clue with the complicated world of a collegiate rush week. In thi s thrilling murder mystery\, six Sorority Sisters must unmask a killer liv ing amongst them\, testing their bonds of sisterhood and bringing to light the question: is blood thicker than power? \nClue University takes place in a College Sorority house. Three new pledges enter rush week excited to start their new Greek life at Sigma Epsilon Chi. This comedic play is abou t the deep complexities of growing up as a young woman while a killer is o n the loose. \nTHE TEAM \nDirector – Bambi Banks\nAssistant Director – Lezbian Minnelli\nStage Manager – Abhijeet\nWriter – Neutral Gena\nSe t Designer – JforPay \nTHE CAST \nIvory – Bosstyn\nAmber – Annie And rews\nAmethyst – Sundae\nCherry – Starr Banks\nJade – Lady Piphany\n Cyan – Apsara Chan\nTiger – Diego\nRose – Tiny Miracle\nProfessor – Stephanie\nElectrician – Lezbian Minnelli \nSwing for Pledges – As h Wednesday\nSwing for Twins – Miley Swallow LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/bambi-banks-presents-cl ue-university-a-drag-parody/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FOR THE GIRLS DTSTART:20260906T010000Z DTEND:20260906T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181056Z UID:10004922-1788638400-1788656400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:drink,music DESCRIPTION:For the Girls: A new sapphic Saturday night at Level with cura ted sounds\, cocktails\, sexy energy\, and a space made for us. \nFOR THE GIRLS 💋\nSaturday nights just got a new energy. \nFor the Girls is a ne w sapphic nightlife experience at Level Sporting Club—created for the gi rls\, the gays\, and the people who love them. \nExpect curated sounds\, c ocktails\, dancing\, and a room full of good energy every Saturday night. Come with your crew\, meet someone new\, flirt a little\, dance a lot\, an d make Saturday yours. \nNo themes. No gimmicks. Just a sexy Saturday nigh t made for us. \nEVERY SATURDAY\n8PM–1AM\n📍 Level Sporting Club\n3343 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\nOne block west of Boystown \nCurated Sounds. Sexy Energy. This One’s For Us. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181056Z LOCATION:Level Sporting Club\, 3343 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/for-the-girls-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Emo Night: All Hayley Williams DTSTART:20260906T020000Z DTEND:20260906T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181056Z UID:10005183-1788642000-1788651000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Emo Night is back this September! Come warm up for Hayley’s return to Chicago and raise money for good! \nLed by Dorothy’s Creative Director Whitney LaMora\, we’ll be playing songs between 9PM & Midnight featuring Hayley Williams. From her brand new album\, solo endeavors\, gue st features and of course tons and tons of Paramore – this is your night to sing along! \nDoors open at 6pm. Starting at 8:30pm we’ll charge a $ 10 cover at the door. \nA portion of our door cover proceeds go back to We Rock Chicago! We Rock! Chicago empowers girls\, trans\, and gender expans ive youth through music. By building community rooted in social justice\, they develop leadership\, foster confidence\, and encourage collaborative creative expression. \nRSVPs do not guarentee entry but serve as calendar reminders for our guests and anticipated volume of attendees for our staff . RSVPs are not required for entry. \nDorothy continues on until last call at 2am. \nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical or mobile ID for all to en ter. Dorothy is also ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait by the black door on Campbell Ave with our logo in the window and call our staff to as sist: 773-770-3799 LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181056Z LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, Unite d States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/emo-night-all-hayley-wi lliams/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:You Are Here Presents: Doomscrolling DTSTART:20260908T000000Z DTEND:20260908T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T181056Z UID:10005184-1788807600-1788813000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:theater DESCRIPTION:Think Sesame Street\, but queerer and for adults. You Are Here is a vibey\, nostalgic\, multidimensional show. Don’t miss their debut! \nYou Are Here is a vibey\, nostalgic\, multidimensional show featuring c olorful characters facing everyday challenges the best way they know how: with friends! Dorothy has collaborated with YAH to bring monthly performan ces to the space – don’t miss their debut show on September 10th: DOOM SCROLLING. \nPerformance synopsis: Faz can’t stop doomscrolling! No matt er what she’s doing\, she always ends up looking at her phone. It’s ta king over her life! Join Jessee\, Our Lady of Dough\, and Dorinda (Who Own s the House Next Door and the One Next To It) as they try to help Faz tear herself from the grips of the algorithm. \nFeaturing special guests: Chad the Bird and HAKI. \nHosted by You Are Here Cast Member: Todd the Gig Wor ker. \nDoors at 6pm and the performance kicks off at 7pm. Dorothy remains open after the event until 11pm. \nTickets are $15 in advance and $20 at t he door. \nDorothy is 21+ and requires physical or mobile ID for all to en ter. Dorothy is also ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access\, please wait by the black door with our logo in the window and call our staff to assist: 773-770-37 99 \nPlease note: refund requests are only available until 24h before the show (9/9\, 7pm). No other refund requests will be honored. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181056Z LOCATION:Dorothy\, 2500 West Chicago Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, Unite d States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/you-are-here-presents-d oomscrolling/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Dancing at Whiskey Girl Tavern DTSTART:20260910T000000Z DTEND:20260910T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T060943Z UID:10001637-1788980400-1788987600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:dance,drink,food DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun night of FREE Country Dancing Lessons at Whi skey Girl Tavern! \nEnjoy your drinks and food while learning some fun and easy line dance lessons and some two-stepping with the Second City Outlaw s! \nNO COVER!!! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T060943Z LOCATION:Whiskey Girl Tavern\, 6318 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, Un ited States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/country-dancing-at-whis key-girl-tavern-3/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Country Dancing at Whiskey Girl Tavern DTSTART:20260910T000000Z DTEND:20260910T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060946Z UID:10004634-1788980400-1788987600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:dance,drink,food DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun night of FREE Country Dancing at Whiskey Gir l Tavern\nMake your plans to come in on Wed. Sept. 9th from 7-9PM\nEnjoy y our drinks and food while learning some fun and easy line dance lessons wi th the Second City Outlaws\nNO COVER!! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060946Z LOCATION:Whiskey Girl Tavern\, 6318 N Clark St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, Un ited States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/country-dancing-at-whis key-girl-tavern-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Idle Muse Theatre Company Presents “Witch\,” September 10 - Oc tober 10 at The Edge Off-Broadway Theater DTSTART:20260910T130000Z DTEND:20260910T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T001006Z UID:10004215-1789027200-1789059600@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:20260830T001006Z 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 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Poetry & Archival Discovery: Elizabeth Hoover and Noa Micaela Fiel ds DTSTART:20260910T233000Z DTEND:20260911T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T001006Z UID:10004890-1789065000-1789072200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join us at Gerber/Hart on Thursday\, September 10th\, for an a uthor talk with Elizabeth Hoover and Noa Micaela Fields discussing poetry and archival discovery. Elizabeth will be reading from the archive is all in present tense\, her book-length love poem to queer archiving practices\ , and her new project based on archival research about the pioneering quee r photographer and Nazi resister Claude Cahun. Noa will be reading from he r 2026 book E\, mischievous mishearings and homophonic translations that r emix a classic of 20th Century American poetry. Copies of both books will be available for sale from Women & Children First Books. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T001006Z LOCATION:Gerber/Hart\, 6500 North Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60626 \, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/poetry-archival-discove ry-elizabeth-hoover-and-noa-micaela-fields/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pitch Your Peeps DTSTART:20260911T000000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T001006Z UID:10004256-1789066800-1789074000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Take the stage to pitch your (35+) queer friend to others who are interested in finding their match – No dating apps! No swiping! No p hones! — Just a slide deck lovingly made by YOU about YOUR hot and conse nting baddie of a friend/family member to an audience full of potential co nnections. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T001006Z LOCATION:Nobody’s Darling\, 1744 West Balmoral Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 606 40\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pitch-your-peeps-9/2026 -09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Out Bowling League Fall Season DTSTART:20260911T003000Z DTEND:20260911T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T061020Z UID:10004191-1789068600-1789079400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,sports DESCRIPTION:A social bowling league for the LGBTQ+ community and others. W e are located in Addison\, IL. The league bowls on Thursday nights at 7:30 pm. Our fall season starts on Sept. 10th. Registration starts around Aug. 10th. To register go to Outbowling.com. We have low average\, good average \, and some great average. I am not interested in your average. I would li ke you to meet people and socialize. Come check us out. I would love to me et you. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T061020Z LOCATION:Stardust Bowling Alley\, 37 E Lorraine\, Addison\, IL\, United St ates URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-bowling-league-fall -season/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Queer Nerd Meetup at Goblin Market DTSTART:20260911T230000Z DTEND:20260912T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T061020Z UID:10001752-1789149600-1789156800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Hang out at an indie book shop and meet other LGBTQ+ nerds \nL ooking for a place to connect with other LGBTQ+ nerds? Join us for a relax ed monthly hangout where you can share your interests and get to know new people in a welcoming space. This is a place to talk about comics\, games\ , sci-fi\, fantasy\, anime\, and more. \n2nd Friday of every month from 6 –8 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T061020Z LOCATION:Goblin Market Manga & Curiosities\, 2868 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicag o\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/queer-nerd-meetup-at-go blin-market-4/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:THE SWALLOW DTSTART:20260912T003000Z DTEND:20260912T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T061020Z UID:10004319-1789155000-1789160400@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:20260830T061020Z URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-swallow/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Printers Row Lit Fest DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260913T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T180922Z UID:10003488-1789207200-1789322400@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:festival,literary DESCRIPTION:Now in its 41st year\, the Printers Row Lit Fest is one of the nation’s largest and longest-running literary festivals. The Printers R ow Lit Fest\, on Saturday\, September 12\, and Sunday\, September 13\, fro m 10am to 6pm\, at South Dearbon\, between Ida B. Wells and Polk Street fe atures hundreds of best-selling and award winning writers from Chicago and across the U.S.\, booksellers\, storytellers\, and cultural programs. For readers of all ages. Admission is free. For updated information visit www .PrintersRowLitFest.org. For tickets and info about the 2026 Harold Washin gton Literary Award dinner honoring singer\, author\, and cultural icon Pa tti Smith on Thursday\, September 10\, at the Union League Club of Chicago \, visit www.thenspb.org/our-events/harold-washington-literary-award-dinne r/. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T180922Z LOCATION:637 South Dearborn\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/printers-row-lit-fest-2 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sustainable Recovery for a Better Quality of Life DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060946Z UID:10004761-1789214400-1789221600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Including recovery diversity\, mental health\, brain health\, energy healing\, life skills\, financial therapy\, speakers\, panelists\, food\, fun. \nTHE BIG IDEA:\n— Willpower alone won’t save us. Healthy connection will.\n— Come experience what it feels like to enjoy being yo urself again.\n— Emptiness and loneliness don’t stand a chance in this room.\n— A new freedom. A new happiness. Come see what that looks like on a Saturday.\n— No shame. No judging. No “shoulda\, coulda\, woulda ” Just one day at a time recovery.\n— Come skeptical. Come tired. Come anyway. You will be glad you did. \nA Social Thriving Ground for Recovery \, Connection & Whole-Person Healing \nTHIS IS NOT JUST ANOTHER RECOVERY M EETING. It is a social thriving ground—a welcoming place where people in recovery can meet real people\, discover new possibilities\, reconnect wi th themselves and find practical resources that fit their lives. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060946Z LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 6323 S Cottage Grove Ave\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/sustainable-recovery-fo r-a-better-quality-of-life/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Valuable Nonsense Podcast Launch Party DTSTART:20260912T230000Z DTEND:20260913T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T060946Z UID:10004602-1789236000-1789257600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12\, 2026 | 6 p.m.–Midnight | Chicago\, IL | FREE \nChicago’s newest Latine/x queer-hosted podcast\, Valuable N onsense\, is officially launching – and you’re invited to celebrate wi th us!\nHosted by Alicia Figueroa and Doris Luna\, Valuable Nonsense bring s culture\, humor\, identity\, and unfiltered conversations to the forefro nt\, creating space for the stories and experiences that connect us across the Latine/x and queer communities. \n“We wanted the launch to feel lik e us\,” says Alicia\, founder of Valuable Nonsense Podcast. “Not just a party\, but a free community celebration of everything that has shaped u s – the intersection of being women\, queer\, Latine/x\, mothers\, profe ssionals\, and so much more. Valuable Nonsense was created from the unders tanding that we don’t live or experience the world through just one iden tity. This is about honoring those layers\, celebrating the communities th at came before us\, and creating space for the stories\, conversations\, a nd connections that move us forward.” \nJoin us for a free community cel ebration featuring Latine/x and/or queer-owned businesses\, DJs\, food ven dors\, bar\, entertainment\, and more. \nDJs: DJ Gloria\, DJ Lori Branch & DJ Sandra Suave\nVendors: Cookies & Conversations\, Luna Empanada\, Que L eche\, Sweet Things\, Recetas de Mi Caldero\, Jocelyn Lovely Tarot & GoGir l Saugatuck\nPhotography: Maria Calderon Photography\nEntertainment: Seren a Fiierce\nEmcee: Erika w/a K\nSilent Auction\, and more! \nThis is more t han a podcast launch – it’s a celebration of community\, identity\, co nnection\, and the people who helped pave the way.\nWe hope to see you the re. Sigue Pa’Lante! \nAlicia Figueroa & Dee Luna\nCo-Hosts aka The VNP C rew\nvaluablenonsensepodcast@gmail.com\n@valuablenonsensepodcast LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060946Z LOCATION:Chicago Theater Works\, 1113 W Belmont Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657 \, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/valuable-nonsense-podca st-launch-party/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Out in the Park at Six Flags DTSTART:20260913T003000Z DTEND:20260913T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001006Z UID:10004193-1789241400-1789257600@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:ENJOY SHORT LINES FOR ATTRACTIONS! While the park averages dai ly numbers of 15\,000-20\,000 visitors\, this event is LIMITED TO 6\,000 M AXIMUM TICKETS!! = SHORTER LINES and MORE RIDING!!! \nALL AGES EVENT! \nAl cohol is available for purchase for those 21+ \nTHIS YEAR WE ARE WORKING W ITH PRIDEChicago! \n(The organizers of the Chicago Gay Pride Parade) and w e embrace their theme – \nFree to Be Seen!\nFree to Be Loved!\nFree to B e Safe!\nFree to Be Proud! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001006Z LOCATION:Six Flags Great America\, 1 Great America Parkway\, Gurnee\, IL\, 60031\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/out-in-the-park-at-six- flags/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old Gold Summer '26: Little Lark at Guild Row DTSTART:20260913T190000Z DTEND:20260914T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T001006Z UID:10003279-1789308000-1789326000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Let’s exchange the experience! Old Gold is back for our four th summer season celebrating queer community connection\, joy and healing under the Chicago sun. Featuring all-vinyl sets curated by the Good Girls DJs and friends (Lori Branch\, Lady D & VITIGRRL) with award-winning hospi tality by The Little Lark (Meadowlark Hospitality)\, Old Gold takes place Second Sundays June-September 2-7pm. \nTickets: This year\, we are offerin g summer passes that guarantee entry to all four events for $95 ($150 valu e) and include a gift bag with gifts from us and our event partners\, incl uding a complimentary cocktail from The Little Lark\, Don Julio Blanco min is\, Vacation Sunscreen and more. Ticket structure: $20 early bird\, $25 g eneral admission and $30 day of/door (pending availability). Please note t hat we assess space capacity in real time and therefore recommend advance purchase for guaranteed entry. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T001006Z LOCATION:Little Lark at Guild Row\, 3132 N. Rockwell St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/old-gold-summer-26-litt le-lark-at-guild-row/2026-09-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Secret Agent Men DTSTART:20260914T000000Z DTEND:20260914T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061009Z UID:10003885-1789326000-1789336800@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:SECRET AGENT MEN is Chicago’s premier spy-TV and surf instru mental trio\, delivering a high-energy soundtrack straight from the golden age of espionage. \nArmed with twangy guitars\, driving rhythms\, and eno ugh covert cool to earn top-secret clearance\, they perform classic TV spy themes\, vintage surf anthems\, and retro instrumentals that turn every s how into an undercover mission. \nWhether it’s a festival\, beach party\ , private event\, or club\, Secret Agent Men are on assignment to keep aud iences shaken\, stirred\, and dancing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061009Z URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/secret-agent-men/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Comedians That Are Gay DTSTART:20260914T010000Z DTEND:20260914T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T061009Z UID:10004487-1789329600-1789335000@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the beloved Chicago show\, Comedians You Should Kn ow\, CTAG is a show that centers LGBTQIA+ Stand Up Comedy for all audience s to witness. LGBTQIA+ comedians are not a monolith and not only is the pu rpose of this show to show that\, but to unite audiences across the spectr um of attraction and gender. A Pride Show outside of Pride Month! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T061009Z LOCATION:The Lincoln Lodge\, 2040 North Milwaukee Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, United States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/comedians-that-are-gay- 2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Logan Square Bi Pride flag Raising DTSTART:20260915T170000Z DTEND:20260915T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T060944Z UID:10004598-1789473600-1789477200@chicagosocialbutterflies.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Logan Square leaders will raise the bisexual pride flag for th e second year to kick of Bisexual Awareness Week. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T060944Z LOCATION:Logan Square\, 3150 W. Logan Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60647\, Unite d States URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/logan-square-bi-pride-f lag-raising/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago Social Butterflies X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR