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Bomba con Buya: See February 26
FEBRUARY 17
Chicago Actors’ Call to Action benefit When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Uncommon Ground Edgewater, 1401 W. Devon Ave. What: An evening of acoustic blues featuring Lynne Jordan and friends. Proceeds benefit Step Up for Mental Health. $20 in advance at chicagoactorscta. org, $30 at the door.
FEBRUARY 20
Chicago and Afrofuturism: Dr. Eve L. Ewing When: 6 p.m. Where: Harold Washington Library, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, 400 S. State St. What: Dr. Eve L. Ewing discusses Chicago and Afrofuturism with librarian and archivist Stacie Williams. Ewing is a writer and sociologist from Chicago. Her books include “Electric Arches” (2017), “Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side” (2018) and “1919” (2019). She also writes for Marvel Comics. Seating is first come, first served and limited to 385 attendees at chipublib. org. FREE. Adler After Dark: A Night in the Afrofuture 2.0 When: 6 p.m. Where: Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive What: Afrofuturism is a cultural and artistic movement celebrating the black experience. The
Adler has partnered with the cofounders of Wakandacon and other notable Afrofuturists in the Chicago area to help explore Afrofuturism in the city where it was born. $25 at adlerplanetarium.org or $30 at the door.
FEBRUARY 20 - 21
Ethos of Elements When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Hamlin Park Fieldhouse Theatre, 3035 N. Hoyne Ave. What: Audiences will experience a number of independent dance films, featuring Chicagobased choreographers and filmmakers, alongside a freshly reimagined interpretation of the company’s signature improvised ballet, "Soaked." $30 at elementsballet.org. Pancakes & Booze Art Show When: 8 p.m. Where: Reggies, 2105 S. State St. What: One of the largest popup art movements to hit North America over the past decade. Celebrate the 10th year of serving free pancakes and introducing some of the nation's leading emerging artists. The event features 100+ local artists and vendors with over 500 works on exhibit; FREE all-u-can-eat pancakes; live DJs; live body painting and more! 21+. $10 at the door or $15 for line-jumper tickets at pancakesandbooze. com/chicago.
FEBRUARY 20 - 23
Chicago International Salsa Congress When: Various Where: Westin O’Hare, 6100 N. River Road, Rosemont What: The mission of the Chicago International Salsa Congress is to unite cultures and generations, engender leadership through empowerment opportunities in its showcase and to keep alive the history of the many cultures collaborating in the creation and evolution of Latin and Afro-Caribbean music and dance. The schedule includes lessons, workshops and performances. Tickets can be purchased for individual events or by 4-, 3- or 1- day passes. For the full schedule and to purchase tickets, visit chicagosalsacongress.com.
FEB 21 - MARCH 15
Charley’s Aunt When: Fri & Sat 7:30 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m. Where: St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey What: The Saint Sebastian Players are staging this late 19th century British farce by Brandon Thomas. In the play, characters Jack and Charley invite their young ladies to meet Charley’s wealthy aunt from Brazil, who will serve as their chaperone. But when she cancels her visit at the last minute, the millionaire aunt sends the boys into confusion. They try to solve their problem by putting
their Oxford friend into a black satin skirt, bloomers, and a wig. $25 at saintsebastianplayers.org.
FEBRUARY 22
Being a Stronger Ally: a Trans/GNC Affirming Symposium When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Chicago Waldorf School, 5200 N. Ashland What: The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is committing itself to making the Andersonville community a safe and welcoming place for transgender/gender non-conforming individuals. This symposium will include a keynote address and three break-out sessions that will reflect the diversity of trans/GNC communities, and highlight issues impacting the individuals. More information at andersonville. org. $15. Midwest Film Festival: Comedy Shorts Night When: 2 p.m. Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 W. Washington St. What: Three events in one day, including the FREE season opener event, featuring panels, vendor booths, networking and more. At 6 p.m. the screening of the comedy shorts package begins for $10. The day concludes with the $10 after party at 9 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit midwestfilm.com
