Events Ongoing & Recurring

Events on this page are now filed alphabetically, according to organizations' names. -- kpm 030719

This is the current group of organizations listed on this page:
Bronzeville Community Development Partnership
Calumet Collaborative
Calumet Ecological Park Association
Calumet Revisited (AWLI/CCSJ)
Chicago Conservation Corps
Chicago Park DIstrict
Forest Preserve District of Cook County
For Goodness Sake Productions/Housepainter Media
Fresh Moves Mobile Market
Friends of the Parks
Friends of the Forest Preserves:
Indiana Humanities Council
Jazz at the Quarry
Lubeznik Center for the Arts
National Museum of Mexican Art
Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commmission (NRPC)
Paul Henry's Art Gallery
Sky Art
SOUTH CHICAGO COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER
Southeast Chicago Historical Society (SECHS)
10th Ward Buzz
Urban Gardens
Urban Waters

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CHICAGO NEXT (WBC): http://www.worldbusinesschicago.com/chicagonext/

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EGGERS GROVE WORK DAY

Steward, John Pastirik, leads volunteers in reducing invasive plants and restoring native species to this important segment of the Illiana landscape.
WHEN: Second Saturday of each month EXCEPT July & August.
TIME: 10: 00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
WHERE: Eggers Grove Comfort Station building, 11201 S Ave B, Chicago, IL 60617.
CONTACT: 773-991-0613 (John)

CALUMET REVISITED: A monthly forum on the Calumet Region's past, present, and future

FROM MICHAEL BOOS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE WOLF LAKE INITIATIVE (AWLI)

This year’s Calumet Revisited, a series on the cultural and environmental history of the Calumet Region, will begin Tuesday, Sept. 4 with a presentation on the history of the Shirley Heinze Land Trust. Kris Krouse, the trust’s executive director, will lead the discussion at 5 p.m. in Room 265 at Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ), 2400 New York Ave., Whiting, Indiana.
Jointly sponsored by the Association for the Wolf Lake Initiative (AWLI) and CCSJ, the forum’s fifth year begins with the September session. Participants in the upcoming sessions will learn about local bird habitat restoration efforts, the history of the environmental organization Save the Dunes, resources for exploring the region’s history and the effort to make finding these resources easier.
The forum seeks to shed light on the Calumet Region’s rich human history and environmental treasures. It will be held the first Tuesday evening of every month from September through May 2019. Exceptions are the October and January forums.
Following is a list of speakers scheduled and their topics of discussion.
Tuesday, Sept. 4, Kris Krouse, executive director of Shirley Heinze Land Trust, on the history of the organization.
Tuesday, Oct. 9, Walter Skiba, CCSJ associate professor of arts and humanities, on the history of the college.
Tuesday, Nov. 6, Nat Miller, director of conservation for Audubon Great Lakes, on the organization’s efforts in this Region.
Tuesday, Dec. 4, regional heritage custodians Pat Wisniewski, Kevin Murphy, Dr. Michael Longan & Dr. Larry McClellan, leading a panel on a proposed Calumet Regional Heritage Museum.
Tuesday, Jan. 8, Natalie Johnson, executive director of Save the Dunes, on the organization’s history and current work.
Tuesday, Feb. 5, Dr. Larry McClellan & Jeannie Regan Dinius on Filling the Underground Gap, the effort to document Underground Railroad activities between Chicago and Michigan City.
Tuesday, March 5, Cedar Lake Historical Association to present the history of Cedar Lake.
Tuesday, April 2, Steve McShane, archivist and curator at Calumet Regional Archives, on the archives.
Tuesday, May 7, Paul Labovitz, superintendent of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, on efforts to obtain National Park Status for the National Lakeshore.
AWLI, established in 1999, is a bi-state, not-for-profit organization and land trust with a mission of protecting and enhancing the Wolf Lake watershed.
Calumet College of St. Joseph has been a part of Northwest Indiana since 1951 and lies within the Wolf Lake watershed.
Calumet Revisited began in 2014.

Monthly discussions, led by guest speakers, shed light on the region's rich human history and environmental treasures. Practical suggestions for meeting the needs of region residents while honoring and preserving the natural beauty around us will be shared by participants, also. Discussions are held on the Campus of Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) in Whiting, Indiana.

RECORDED SPEAKERS 2019
Tuesday, February 5, 2019: Dr. Larry McClellan: https://youtu.be/tAmQ4DdvNbg
Tuesday, January 8, 2019: Exec. Dir. NATALIE JOHNSON ABOUT SAVE THE DUNES:: https://youtu.be/Mu_fKkDhUTs

RECORDED SPEAKERS 2018
Tuesday, December 4, 2018: Kevin Murphy, Dr. Michael Longan, and Pat Wisniewski: https://youtu.be/mH1rc-0EFfg
Tuesday, October 10, 2018: Professor Walter Skiba: https://youtu.be/3koLE3HiSuw
Tuesday, September 4, 2018: Executive Director, Kris Krouse: https://youtu.be/x_WMjpWDmAo
Tuesday, April 3, 2918: Author, John Trafny: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=p_ewQL6Y-as
Tuesday, March 6, 2018: Author, Cynthia Ogorek: https://youtu.be/gk1SU-O7Esw
Tuesday, February 6, 2018: Dr. Larry McClellan: https://youtu.be/6hNUwpkkL_w

RECORDED SPEAKERS 2017
Tuesday, October 3, 2017: Michael Boos: https://youtu.be/DRPUeIA3zpw
Tuesday, September 5: Dr. Ken Schoon: https://youtu.be/y3ce9-dOAS4
Tuesday, February 7: Jeannie Regan-Dinius: https://youtu.be/Bi8RwKioxf0

RECORDED SPEAKERS 2016
Tuesday, December 6: Ders Anderson: https://youtu.be/bCW-0a8XJ9E
Tuesday, November 1: Dr. Douglas Stotz: https://youtu.be/D_G-oltsY9w
Tuesday, May 3: Author Victor Cassidy: https://youtu.be/caDjghrCL3I
Tuesday, April 5: Dr. James Lane: https://youtu.be/0Fem4EA-10c
Tuesday, February 2: Dr. Larry McClellan: https://youtu.be/3MCX7g4Lc0o
Tuesday, January 5: Dr. Phil Willink: https://youtu.be/XawUFnU-t6g

RECORDED SPEAKERS 2014-2015:
Tuesday, October 7, 2014: David Dabertin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4yaZK6lTUc
Tuesday, November 4, 2014: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9fUP8WT_fE
Tuesday, December 2, 2014: Cynthia Ogorek: http://youtu.be/UehDeQvoAeA
Tuesday, January 6, 2015: Lee Botts & Patricia Wisniewski: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVukQBYB2Lc
Tuesday, September 1, 2015: Michael Boos: http://youtu.be/U7zrh_ybn2c
Tuesday, November 3, 2015: Dr. Suzanne Malec McKenna, Executive Director, Chicago Wilderness: https://youtu.be/r5VNQxTLzeU
Tuesday, December 1, 2015: Dr. Mark Bouman, Chicago Region Director, Field Museum: https://youtu.be/D1zpM0uLZT8

CHICAGO CONSERVATION CORPS (C3)

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FOR GOODNESS SAKE PRODUCTIONS / HOUSEPAINTER MEDIA

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WE INVITE YOU TO THE THE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES AT PAUL HENRY'S ART GALLERY IN APRIL!
This is the final few weeks of our popular art installation, "Cogitating the Inscrutable." The display of over 75 pieces of fantasy and science fiction themed art by Rick Therrio and Ken Wolak will close with a RECEPTION ON FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 6 TO 9PM.

Jam nights will fall on each Thursday this month, April 4th, 11th, 18th, and the 25th when we host the annual KAZAK KRAZED KLOWN AROUND BIRTHDAY SHINDIG. You don't have to dress like you are auditioning for the circus or the rodeo, but if that's your thing, bring it on, Clarabelle! Jam nights start at 7pm. Cover charge is $5 or $3 if you perform or bring a contribution to the Potluck.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7TH, 1PM, PAUL HENRY'S RUMBA hosted by Ed Brann. Cuban Rumba is a drum ensemble style of music, created by multiple drummers playing individual rhythms, in a conversational arrangement. Join us, in exploring these beautiful rhythms, & learn to speak with one another, through the drum.
$5 fee for gallery support
Appropriate instrumentation is provided.
Experience is not necessary, but is welcome.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13TH, 2PM, THE MONTHLY PAUL HENRY'S JAZZ JAM hosted by Thomas Matecki backed by his quartet of seasoned jazz musicians. The host group opens the show and plays the first set of classic and contemporary tunes. After a break guest musicians and vocalists are invited to join the group in a jam session that lasts another hour or two. $5 cover.
Tips for the musicians are welcomed!

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24TH, LOU SHIELDS ALBUM RELEASE PARTY AND CONCERT, 7 to 10pm. Come join us for a night of music celebrating the release of Lou Shields new album Cabin Sessions! Shields continues the tradition of Folk, Americana and Bluegrass music with a solo performance that pulls in styles of days-gone-by. Using his National Resonator Guitar or Banjo accompanied by a unique front porch style of foot percussion and harmonica, he uses his voice as an extension of the past. Lou carries a full sound during live performances while sharing stories, thoughts and experiences with the audience. He has toured throughout the United States and Europe for over 8 years and has released 4 full-length albums and 13 EP’s. There will be no cover charge for this show but we suggest a donation of $5.

THURSDAY, APRIL 25TH, 7PM, KAZAK KRAZY KLOWN AROUND BIRTHDAY SHINDIG, 7PM, SEE DETAILS ABOVE.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH, 6 TO 9PM, CLOSING RECEPTION FOR "COGITATING THE INSCRUTABLE," an exhibit shimmering with a cascade of science fiction and fantasy art created by Rick Therrio and Ken Wolak. We encourage you to take advantage of this final opportunity to experience a truly inspired collection of art which speaks of origins in alternate, seldom considered spheres.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28TH, PUNK PARTY BENEFIT CONCERT, 7pm. Live bands, kareoke, dance party/contest. This will be a benefit for the arts through Paul Henry's Art Gallery. Donations will be used to fund in-house art events and provide incentive awards for upcoming art shows.
$5 minimum donation
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More details to follow

We hope you will join us for our April events!

Rita and David Mueller
Paul Henry's Art Gallery
416 Sibley, Hammond, IN 46320
phone: 219-678-5015

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Southeast Chicago Historical Society Museum

Regularly open on Thursdays, except Christmas, New Year's Day, and Thanksgiving, the society's museum collections and exhibits focus on the history of Chicago's Southeast Side, including the neighborhoods of East Side, Hegewisch, South Chicago and South Deering.
WHEN: Open Thursdays 1:00 P.M - 4:00 P.M.
WHERE: Calumet Park Field House, 9801 South Avenue G, Chicago, Illinois 60617