Chicago River Turns Green at 10:45 a.m on March 13th
March 12th, 2010 by Shorty
Check out other St. Patrick’s Day events at Explore Chicago.
Credit: Photo taken from Explore Chicago
Free Concert for Youth at The Bronzeville Community Club House
March 8th, 2010 by Shorty
All students interested in writing music are encouraged to attend this free concert provided by the University of Chicago students. The concert will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Bronzeville Community Clubhouse at 3847 S. Giles Avenue.
Refreshments will be served!!
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dance – March 20th
March 7th, 2010 by Shorty
The Hegewisch Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dance on Saturday, March 20th at Steve’s Lounge located at 13200 Baltimore Ave. Time is yet to be determined. Tickets are $25 which includes live band, DJ and dinner. For more information call the chamber at 773-646-6880.
Open Mic at Smart Museum of Art – March 4th
March 3rd, 2010 by Shorty
Open Mic: The Dark Mirror
Thursday, March 4, 7–9 pm Step up to the open mic and share a few poems, a short story, or a creative essay about your darker side. Hosted by poets Matthias Regan and Eric Elshtain. Featuring astro funk spun by DJ The Rob Sizwe.
All are welcome to participate. There will be a 5 minute time limit and you must sign up to read. The sign-up sheet will be available at 6:45 pm with slots available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Art Exhibit from Englewood – 2/28 – 3/7
February 28th, 2010 by Shorty
Get 15 % Off in Chinatown – Expires April 16, 2010
February 24th, 2010 by Shorty
To celebrate the Year of the Tiger, several businesses in Chinatown banded together to offer 15% off at their respective establishments.
For more details and a clearer view of the businesses where you can receive discounts, visit Chicago Chinatown.
Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs Gallery at South Shore Cultural Center
February 23rd, 2010 by ShortyToday the Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs Gallery was revealed to the world. Located inside the South Shore Cultural Center, Dr. Burroughs’ artwork dating back to the 1950s as well as some of her many accomplishments and accolades (you should see the wall!) are some of the treasures found at the gallery.
I won’t go into her accomplishments because there are many of them. However, I would like to share a few reasons why I adore this phenomenal woman.
Dr. Burroughs is 92 years old and still teaches art classes at the prison, goes bowling and roller skates. Yes, roller skate! She is officially my favorite role model on this side of heaven (next to my mother, of course).
Mayor Daley & Dr. Burroughs
Dr. Burroughs & Shorty
Check out the gallery as soon as you can. The South Shore Cultural Center is located at 7059 South Shore Drive.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 27th
February 23rd, 2010 by Shorty
Patricia Liddell Researchers present their Annual Black History Month Celebration
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 am
Woodson Regional Library, Second Floor Conference Room
The Patricia Liddell Researchers, Chicago’s chapter of the African American Historical and Genealogical Society, demonstrate techniques and offer advice on the best resources to use when tracing ancestral lineage in this annual genealogy program.
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 a.m.
Bessie Coleman Branch
Create your own African Mask using paper and your imagination in this hands-on program.
The Art of Charcoal Drawing
Saturday, February 27, 11:00 a.m.
Blackstone Branch
Join artist Edwina Searcy in this hands-on program as she demonstrates charcoal drawing techniques.
Jewelry Making with Nubia Ptah
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
West Pullman Branch
Participants learn the art of jewelry making in this fun and interactive program.
Mosaic Picture Making
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
Whitney Young Branch
Join artist Krystal Webb as she demonstrates mosaic picture making techniques. Each participant will leave this program with their own mosaic picture suitable for framing.
The Art of Charcoal Drawing
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
South Chicago Branch
Join artist Edwina Searcy in this hands-on program as she demonstrates charcoal drawing techniques.
Chicago Public Schools All City Elementary Schools Band
Saturday, February 27, 1:00 p.m.
Bessie Coleman Branch
Musical performance by CPS All City Elementary Schools Band.
Author’s Book Discussion and Signing
Saturday, February 27, 1:30 pm
Woodson Regional Library, Auditorium
Sisi Donald Mosby discusses and autographs his new book, Black Holocaust: The Fred Hampton Murder Case.
In the Oral Tradition: Granny Tales
Saturday, February 27, 1:30 p.m.
Brainerd Branch
Participants are invited to recount their favorite tale, told to them by a grandparent. For teenagers ages 13 -16 yrs
The Art of Cartooning
Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Artist Michael Burton, the “Urban Rockwell” teaches participants the art of cartooning.
African Mask Making with Pamela Clemons
Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
Chicago Lawn Branch
Create your own African Mask using paper and your imagination in this hands-on program.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 25th
February 20th, 2010 by Shorty
African Americans in Photography
Thursday, February 25, 4:30 p.m.
Vodak- Eastside Branch
Join photographer Owen Lawson as he discusses the history of African Americans in photography, including his professional career. In addition, Lawson demonstrates how to take outstanding digital photographs.
Talking Jazz
Thursday, February 25. 6:00 p.m.
Whitney Young Branch
Whitney Young staff members lead a group discussion on specific musical artists concentrating on their musical genre, discography, biographical information, and more.
African American History Events at South Side Libraries – February 24th
February 19th, 2010 by Shorty
African American Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers
Wednesday, February 24, 11:00 a.m.
Jeffery Manor Branch
Children enjoy stories about African American history and create a related craft.
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