Featured Events in Evanston in February, 2025 (February Updated)

THE HUMAN SURGE 3 (2023) with guest Eduardo WilliamsScreening and discussion with guest filmmaker Eduardo “Teddy” Williams(Eduardo Williams, 2023, 121 min, DCP) Seven years after his debut feature THE HUMAN SURGE (2016) conjured a new cinematic vocabulary for navigating the age of digital global culture, Eduardo Williams returned to feature filmmaking with a not-quite sequel, THE HUMAN SURGE 3, which advances on its predecessor in its formal audacity, expansive scope, and hypnotic power. Adopting the digressive, world-roaming structure of role-playing games, THE HUMAN SURGE 3 tracks a cohort of characters–casting nonprofessional actors as avatars of global queer experience–as they wander and collide in far-flung locations in Sri Lanka, Peru, and Taiwan. While much has been made of the film’s technological novelty (Williams shot the film with a 360-degree camera, later framing the sequences by wearing a VR helmet), the film also returns us to the geographical, kinetic, and technological astonishment of early cinema, the emotional landscapes of Philippe Garrel, and the otherworldly immersion of Apichatpong Weerasethakul. One of the decade’s most original and essential films, THE HUMAN SURGE 3 forges, in the words of critic Beatrice Loayza, “a borderless realm rife with thrilling potential.” Following the film, Williams will appear for discussion and audience Q&A. Co-presented with support from the Michael and Jane Hoffman Visiting Artist Series and the MFA in Documentary Media at Northwestern. About the artist:Eduardo Teddy Williams (born 1987) is an Argentinean film director. He first studied at Universidad del Cine in Buenos Aires, and then in Fresnoy, France, under the tutorship of Portuguese director Miguel Gomes. Williams works within an avant-garde/experimental tradition. His first feature film THE HUMAN SURGE won the Pardo D’oro in Locarno. His works have been presented at film festivals such as Cannes, Locarno, Toronto and New York. Image credit: A scene from Eduardo Williams's The Human Surge 3. Courtesy of Grasshopper Film. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Please join us for an evening of music, dance, and an artist talk with the talented Chicago muralist Dorian Sylvain, and a dance performance by Chicago performer Charmayne Beverly. Dorian Sylvain is a painter whose color and texture explore ornamentation, pattern, and design as identifiers of cultural and historical foundations. She is a studio painter and muralist, as well as an art educator, curator, and community planner. We are also delighted to have a dance performance from Chicago dancer Charmayne Beverly. Charmayne’s favorite pastime and dedication focused on the love of dance. From High School dance troupes to Alvin Allie dance group in her late teens, Charmayne has remained dedicated to the love of dance. As prominent career advancement became her world, dancing became private performances in Charmayne’s church and the occasional women’s circle. To add to the charm of the evening, we will be providing a hot chocolate bar and pizza for all to enjoy. This will be the first community event for Fellow Sholo Beverly. With the theme of the show relating to murals, women, and nature, we will get our first taste of what’s to come for the final show. The EAC BIPOC Curatorial Fellowship serves as an extension of the Evanston Art Center’s non-profit mission to foster the appreciation and expression of the arts among diverse audiences. It also fulfills its vision to be widely recognized as a dynamic art education and exhibition center that encourages freedom of artistic expression and enriches cultural life. The EAC strives to be a hub of artistic endeavors, a passionate advocate for the arts, and a valuable partner for arts initiatives in the Evanston community. This project is partially funded by the Evanston Arts Council, in partnership with the City of Evanston, the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Information Source: Evanston Art Center | eventbrite

Meet the Block Museum Student Associates in the galleries for a close look at one or two works on view in It takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig. Block Museum Student Associates (BMSAs) are Northwestern undergraduates representing interdisciplinary fields of study from across the university. In the galleries, BMSAs extend welcome to our exhibitions and collection, and engage visitors in conversations about artworks that spark their curiosity. Participation level – medium, participants are encouraged to respectfully share their own perspectives, thoughts, and questions throughout the Art Talk. Programs are open to all, on a first-come first-served basis. RSVPs not required, but appreciated. The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

On February 9, Opus 327 will celebrate the music of Florence Price, a significant African-American composer of the 20th century. The program will include a lecture with Bill Farina, author of the recently published Florence Price: The Life, Compositions and Influence of a Black American Composer (McFarland & Company). The lecture will be accompanied by organ works presented by Meg Cutting, recently appointed organist at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Come ready to be inspired and educated. This event is free and open to the public. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the legacy of an extraordinary artist! Information Source: Opus 327 | eventbrite

This lecture will introduce students to the process, material, and history of painting with organic and inorganic pigments, shedding light on important sites of prehistoric cave painting from around the world and derivative schools of art such as Nihonga, Japanese Traditional paintings, Thangka, Tibetan Buddhist painting and Indian miniature paintings. Lecture will be followed by a Q & A. Can't make it in person? Join us virtually! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85661855831?pwd=BxlpbsHDf4UadPqrehlolbae4vWVPD.1 Meeting ID: 856 6185 5831 Passcode: 132855 Gunjan Chawla Kumar is an American- Indian artist living and working in Chicago. Kumar was born in Punjab, India in 1980, and moved to the United States in 2011. She is a materialist and works widely with various pigments and textiles from around the world, as she has spent many years traveling through India and other countries in South Asia, observing age-old practices in textiles and indigenous arts. Her interest in archeology, particularly prehistoric cave paintings and related schools of art that she has been researching for many years, play an important role in carving her process and ideology. Kumar is a textile graduate from National Institute of Design and Technology, New Delhi (2003) and holds a Bachelor’s in Arts from DAV College, Chandigarh, India (2001). Her works have been exhibited and are a part of noted private collections globally - Art Dubai, UAE, TEDx, Chicago, Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, Donnelley Foundation, Chicago Artist Coalition, South Asia Institute in Chicago, National College of Arts, Lahore, India Art Fair, among others. She is currently a Resident at the Chicago Art Department and has formerly been a Resident Fellow at the Edward Albee Foundation, Montauk. Her works are apart of public and private collections worldwide. Website: www.gunjankumar.com Information Source: Evanston Art Center | eventbrite

What's better than one local author at an indie bookstore? Two! On Wednesday, February 12, Nancy Johnson and Sonali Dev will discuss their latest novels, People of Means and There's Something About Mira. This event will be a lively discussion about craft and process, by the authors of two gems of fiction that sparkle in different ways. From USA Today bestselling author Sonali Dev comes There's Something About Mira, the heartfelt story of a woman learning to write her own happy ending. Determined to reunite a lost ring with its owner, Mira, a put-together and happily engaged young professional, reluctantly joins forces with a brooding journalist. As the two must work together to track down the ring's owner, Mira wonders if her path might not be as set as she thought. Written by the acclaimed author of The Kindest Lie, Nancy Johnson's People of Means is a propulsive novel about a mother and daughter each seeking justice and following their dreams during moments of social reckoning—1960s Nashville and 1992 Chicago. Insightful, evocative, and richly imagined with stories of hidden history, this novel is an emotional tour de force that offers a glimpse into the quest for racial equality, the pursuit of personal and communal success, and the power of love and family ties. A native of Chicago’s South Side, Nancy Johnson worked for over a decade as an Emmy-nominated, award-winning television journalist at CBS and ABC affiliates nationwide. Her first book, The Kindest Lie, was a Book of the Month Club selection and a Target Book Club pick. A graduate of Northwestern University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she lives in Chicago. USA Today bestselling author Sonali Dev writes Bollywood-style love stories, which have been named Best Books of the Year by Library Journal, NPR, and others. She has won numerous accolades, including the American Library Association’s award for Best Romance. She lives in Chicagoland. Information Source: Bookends & Beginnings | eventbrite

Join Marisa Cruz Branco, Block Museum of Art Terra Foundation Curatorial Fellow for a conversation on works in the exhibition Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland, Branco's talk will explore Indigenous futurism, the Pueblo Revolt, speculative fictions, and much more. Block Gallery Talks offer a close look at select works on view centering the interdisciplinary questions, perspectives and expertise of faculty, staff, students, and community members across Northwestern and beyond. Participation level – light, participants may choose to share thoughts and questions during the tour. - The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Image: Image: Virgil Ortiz (Cochiti), Tracker, 2012. Clay and slip. 22 x 15 x 9 in. Denver Art Museum: Gift from Vicki and Kent Logan to the Collection of the Denver Art Museum, 2016.117A-D ©Virgil Ortiz Marisa Cruz Branco (she/her, Isleta Pueblo/Portuguese) is the Terra Foundation Curatorial Fellow for Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland at the Block Museum. Her curatorial practice is guided by subjectivity, empathy, and curiosity. Marisa has a BA in Art History from Pitzer College, where she focused on surrealism and post-humanist philosophy. While at Pitzer, she received a Mellon Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and spent a year working under the curator of South and Southeast Asian Art. Since moving to Chicago, Marisa has continued to work in the arts, engaging with Indigenous artists and learning from the city’s Native community. In her free time, she likes to draw comics, read, write, and cook. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Ready to meet your match while you run? Join our Singles Running Club! Lace up your sneakers, hit the road, and connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, we welcome all paces. Enjoy fun group runs, social events, and the ultimate opportunity to bond over shared goals. Let’s delve into fitness and friendship together!Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): -Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal!(Shipped - Email us after the run) - Training Pack & Free Giveaways - (Optional) Online Results & Certificate of Completion - (Optional) We now have Technical Running Shirts. These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. - (Optional) Custom Marble Plaque/Award - Custom Marble Plaque for just $15 more - (Optional) Join our new Running Club Near You! As a paid club member, you can participate in any 3 of our races throughout one year (any location) after you sign-up and get Custom Swag. If you want to purchase Swag, you can also visit our Online Store at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBestRacesSwag. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay until 2.5 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together. If you complete 3 of our runs, we'll send you a Custom Runner Marble Plaque (in lieu of the 2nd/3rd Medal)! GiftCertificates:Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store. Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Run for Others: Make a Difference Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. These core values drive our mission and shape our approach to fundraising, ensuring that every effort contributes to a more equitable and hopeful world. If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com. Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

💘 Celebrate love and fitness this Valentine’s Day with our charming Valentine's Run! Whether you’re running solo, with a partner, or with friends, this event is all about spreading love and joy. Enjoy a scenic route adorned with chocolates and fun photo ops!❤️ Join us for a day filled with laughter, community spirit, and a post-run celebration featuring treats and goodies. Bring your love for running and let’s make this Valentine’s unforgettable! Sign up today and let the love run wild!Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): -Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal!(Shipped - Email us after the run) - Training Pack & Free Giveaways - (Optional) Online Results & Certificate of Completion - (Optional) We now have Technical Running Shirts. These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. - (Optional) Custom Marble Plaque/Award - Custom Marble Plaque for just $15 more - (Optional) Join our new Running Club Near You! As a paid club member, you can participate in any 3 of our races throughout one year (any location) after you sign-up and get Custom Swag. If you want to purchase Swag, you can also visit our Online Store at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBestRacesSwag. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay until 2.5 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together. If you complete 3 of our runs, we'll send you a Custom Runner Marble Plaque (in lieu of the 2nd/3rd Medal)! GiftCertificates:Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store. Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Run for Others: Make a Difference Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. These core values drive our mission and shape our approach to fundraising, ensuring that every effort contributes to a more equitable and hopeful world. If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com. Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

Meet the Block Museum Student Associates in the galleries for a close look at one or two works on view in It takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig. Block Museum Student Associates (BMSAs) are Northwestern undergraduates representing interdisciplinary fields of study from across the university. In the galleries, BMSAs extend welcome to our exhibitions and collection, and engage visitors in conversations about artworks that spark their curiosity. Participation level – medium, participants are encouraged to respectfully share their own perspectives, thoughts, and questions throughout the Art Talk. Programs are open to all, on a first-come first-served basis. RSVPs not required, but appreciated. The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Amy Halpern’s FALLING LESSONS (1992) with guest author Laura PaulFALLING LESSONS (Amy Halpern, 1992, 64 min, 16mm)Across a career that spanned over 50 years as both an experimental filmmaker, commercial cinematographer, and technician, the late Los Angeles-based filmmaker Amy Halpern (1953-2022) practiced her craft with a level of rigor, versatility, and care that made her a beloved and deeply influential figure to generations of makers, workers, and viewers of film. Among the ingenious landscape and nature studies, formal experiments, and unclassifiable provocations that make up her prodigious filmography, 1992’s FALLING LESSONS stands as the sole feature-length expression of her art. A fugue of vertical pans, beguiling close-ups, and narrative fragments, dotted with legendary figures from Shirley Clarke to Julie Dash and bound together with an exquisite musique concrète soundtrack, FALLING LESSONS doubles as a group portrait of her Los Angeles creative community and a vivid record of the psychic atmosphere of a city shaken by police violence and roiled by civil unrest. A work of rage and grace, seduction and refusal, it’s a film that only Amy Halpern could have made. For this screening, Block Cinema welcomes poet Laura Paul, author of the recently published Film Elegy (PRROBLEM Press), a book-length poem exploring her time working as Halpern’s apprentice. Paul will introduce FALLING LESSONS, preceded by Halpern’s Southern California landscape study, VERGE for my sisters (2022, 5 min), and will offer reflections on the work and selections from her poem in a discussion following the screening. FILMS SCREENED: VERGE for my sisters (2022, 5 min, 16mm courtesy of Canyon Cinema) FALLING LESSONS (1992, 64 min, 16mm courtesy of Canyon Cinema) This event is part of a city-wide celebration of Halpern’s films, presented in partnership with Pilsen’s Inga Bookshop, which will host Paul for a screening and reading of Halpern’s short 16mm films on Saturday, February 22; and with experimental film programmer and Tone Glow publisher Joshua Minsoo Kim, who will host a two-part program of Halpern films at Elastic Arts on Sunday, February 23. About the speaker: Laura Paul is a writer and artist who has been published in The Brooklyn Rail, Los Angeles Review of Books, The Comics Journal, and other outlets. Her work has been exhibited at the Armory Center for the Arts, Other Places Art Fair, L.A. Zine Fest, and West Hollywood Book Fair. She earned her B.A. in Comparative History of Ideas from the University of Washington, where she was named a Mary Gates Scholar in the Arts and Humanities, and her M.A. in Cinema and Media Studies from UCLA, where she received the Gilbert Cates Fellowship for Artistic and Academic Merit. Her book, Film Elegy, was released in October 2024 from PRROBLEM Press. To find out more, visit LauraPaulWriter.com. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Meet the Block Museum Student Associates in the galleries for a close look at one or two works on view in Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland. Block Museum Student Associates (BMSAs) are Northwestern undergraduates representing interdisciplinary fields of study from across the university. In the galleries, BMSAs extend welcome to our exhibitions and collection, and engage visitors in conversations about artworks that spark their curiosity. Participation level – medium, participants are encouraged to respectfully share their own perspectives, thoughts, and questions throughout the Art Talk. Programs are open to all, on a first-come first-served basis. RSVPs not required, but appreciated. The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Meet the Block Museum Student Associates in the galleries for a close look at one or two works on view in Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland. Block Museum Student Associates (BMSAs) are Northwestern undergraduates representing interdisciplinary fields of study from across the university. In the galleries, BMSAs extend welcome to our exhibitions and collection, and engage visitors in conversations about artworks that spark their curiosity. Participation level – medium, participants are encouraged to respectfully share their own perspectives, thoughts, and questions throughout the Art Talk. Programs are open to all, on a first-come first-served basis. RSVPs not required, but appreciated. The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Join us for an exhibition keynote conversation in celebration of It takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig. Craig is known for her large-scale paintings that draw from the complex geometric and color-based abstraction of Northern Cheyenne beadwork, Pueblo ceramics, and other Indigenous sources. The work’s titles—at times playful or confounding—are drawn from comments the artist collects from family, friends, and life experiences, inviting viewers to make meaning in the space between image and words. Jordan Ann Craig will be joined by poet m.s.RedCherries, a friend and collaborator of the artist, whose poem “Spinning Air” has inspired the title of the exhibition. Their conversation will be moderated by Jordan Poorman Cocker,2021-2025 Terra Foundation Guest Co-Curator of Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland and the Curator of Indigenous Art at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. SpeakersJordan Ann Craig (b. 1992 San Jose, CA) is a Northern Cheyenne artist living and working in Pojoaque Valley, New Mexico. She grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and received her B.A. in Studio Art and Psychology from Dartmouth College. She is the recipient of several fellowships and residencies including from the Golden Foundation for the Arts; the School for Advanced Research; the Institute for American Indian Arts; the Roswell Artist-in-Residence Program; the Ucross Foundation; East London Printmakers Project; Cork Printmakers International; and the Scuola Internazionale di Grafica. Her works are in the collection of the Guggenheim Museum, New York; Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH; Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art, Roswell, NM; IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts, Santa Fe, NM; Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, Overland Park, KS; and Forge Collection, Taghkanic, NY, among others. https://www.jordananncraig.com/ m.s. RedCherries received an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and a JD from Arizona State University College of Law. She is a citizen of the Northern Cheyenne Nation and lives in Brooklyn. She is the author of mother (Penguin Books, 2024), a finalist for the National Book Award for Poetry. Jordan Poorman Cocker,An enrolled member of the Kiowa Tribe, Jordan Poorman Cocker is the Curator of Indigenous Art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, Bentonville, AR and The Block's 2021-2024 Terra Foundation Guest Co-Curator of Indigenous Art. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Design from Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand, with a focus on spatial design and Indigenous design theory. She received a Masters of Museum and Heritage Practice from Victoria University of Wellington in 2017, where her practicum included the study of Indigenous museum practices with the National Museum of New Zealand. She is a PhD. candidate with Auckland University of Technology. Her Indigenous curatorial methodology and approach utilizes oral histories, multivocality and Indigenous knowledge systems to explore intergenerational relationships within Indigenous Art Forms from community-based lenses. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Zhegagoynak, the place now known as Chicagoland, is a vital center for Indigenous art, past and present. Through the perspectives of four collaborating artists with connections to Zhegagoynak—Andrea Carlson (Grand Portage Ojibwe/European descent), Kelly Church (Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Tribe of Pottawatomi/Ottawa), Nora Moore Lloyd (Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe), and Jason Wesaw (Pokagon Band of Potawatomi) — the exhibition Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland explores confluences that continue to shape Indigenous creative practices in the region and beyond. Join us for a special exhibition tour led by Jordan Poorman Cocker, Terra Foundation Guest Co-Curator for Woven Being. --- Block Exhibition Tours offer an overview of our current exhibitions with a member of the Block Museum team, and an opportunity for questions and conversation. Participation level – light, participants may choose to share thoughts and questions during the tour. -- The Block Museum of Art acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council. Image: Jason Wesaw (Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, born 1974), Breath of Life…The First Song, 2023; sound component, 2024 Vintage “Calumet” cans, elm bark, elk hide, and poplar and oak dowels, with harvested cherry, Osage orange, sassafras and twisted wood, copper BB’'s, pebbles, and paint. Collection of the artist. Jordan Poorman Cocker,Terra Foundation Guest Co-Curator for Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak/Chicagoland An enrolled member of the Kiowa Tribe, Jordan Poorman Cocker is the Curator of Indigenous Art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, Bentonville, AR and The Block's 2021-2024 Terra Foundation Guest Co-Curator of Indigenous Art. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Design from Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand, with a focus on spatial design and Indigenous design theory. She received a Masters of Museum and Heritage Practice from Victoria University of Wellington in 2017, where her practicum included the study of Indigenous museum practices with the National Museum of New Zealand. She is a PhD. candidate with Auckland University of Technology. Her Indigenous curatorial methodology and approach utilizes oral histories, multivocality and Indigenous knowledge systems to explore intergenerational relationships within Indigenous Art Forms from community-based lenses. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

🎀 Join the Fight: Breast Cancer Run! 🎀 Lace up and make a difference at our annual Breast Cancer Run! Together, we can raise awareness and funds to support those affected by breast cancer.Enjoy a spirited day filled with community, inspiration, and hope. Let’s unite for a cause that touches us all and run for a future without breast cancer! Sign up now and help us make a lasting impact!Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): -Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal!(Shipped - Email us after the run) - Training Pack & Free Giveaways - (Optional) Online Results & Certificate of Completion - (Optional) We now have Technical Running Shirts. These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. - (Optional) Custom Marble Plaque/Award. Name, Distance, Time or whatever text you'd like on a Custom Marble Plaque for just $10 more. - (Optional) Join our new Running Club Near You! As a paid club member, you can participate in any 3 of our races throughout one year (any location) after you sign-up and get Custom Swag. If you want to purchase Swag, you can also visit our Online Store at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBestRacesSwag. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay until 2.5 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together. If you complete 3 of our runs, we'll send you a Custom Runner Marble Plaque (in lieu of the 2nd/3rd Medal)! GiftCertificates:Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store. Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Run for Others: Make a Difference Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. These core values drive our mission and shape our approach to fundraising, ensuring that every effort contributes to a more equitable and hopeful world. If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com. Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

Zhegagoynak, the place now known as Chicagoland, is a vital center for Indigenous art, past and present.Join us for a conversation with the exhibition's four collaborating artists—Andrea Carlson (Grand Portage Ojibwe/European descent), Kelly Church (Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Tribe of Pottawatomi/Ottawa), Nora Moore Lloyd (Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe), and Jason Wesaw (Pokagon Band of Potawatomi) Together these artists will explore confluences that have shaped and continue to shape Indigenous creative practices in the region. Information Source: The Block Museum of Art | eventbrite

Sportmans Night is an upcoming event scheduled to take place on February 1, 2025, at Trinity College Pavilion in Evanston South, SA 5116. The event promises an evening filled with sports enthusiasts coming together to celebrate their passion. Tickets for the event are priced at A$86.02. Join fellow sports lovers for a memorable night at Sportmans Night, where you can enjoy networking opportunities, engaging discussions, and a chance to immerse yourself in the world of sports.

Don't miss our Annual Lunar New Year Run! As we kick off this vibrant celebration, we invite you to join us in honoring the rich traditions and cultural heritage of the Lunar New Year. We will have mini lanterns at the finish for you to commemorate your time with.This event is not just about running; it’s a chance to come together as a community, embrace the spirit of renewal, and celebrate new beginnings. With every step we take, let’s spread joy and good fortune, reflecting on the values of family, unity, and prosperity that this festive season embodies.Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): -Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal!(Shipped - Email us after the run) - Training Pack & Free Giveaways - (Optional) Online Results & Certificate of Completion - (Optional) We now have Technical Running Shirts. These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. - (Optional) Custom Marble Plaque/Award. Name, Distance, Time or whatever text you'd like on a Custom Marble Plaque for just $10 more. - (Optional) Join our new Running Club Near You! As a paid club member, you can participate in any 3 of our races throughout one year (any location) after you sign-up and get Custom Swag. If you want to purchase Swag, you can also visit our Online Store at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBestRacesSwag. Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay until 2.5 hours after the first wave) Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal! Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together. If you complete 3 of our runs, we'll send you a Custom Runner Marble Plaque (in lieu of the 2nd/3rd Medal)! GiftCertificates:Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store. Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Run for Others: Make a Difference Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. These core values drive our mission and shape our approach to fundraising, ensuring that every effort contributes to a more equitable and hopeful world. If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com. Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite