818 things to do in Hoffman Estates, IL today and tonight, Wednesday, November 11. From 5 p.m.: 19 community, 8 talks + ideas, 5 sports + fitness, 3 family. Tonight: The Queer Canvas: LGBTQIA+ Art Club at Des Plaines Public Library (5 p.m.); Wednesdays Together at First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake, IL (5 p.m.); Conditioning (Live or Virtual) at GLASA Office (5 p.m.); The Universe Party · Naperville at Venue at 14 Jackson Ave (5 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Des Plaines Public LibraryDes Plaines, IL13 mi
Community
Art
An art club for LGBTQ+ adults to hang out, create and connect: bring a sketchbook or any project. Allies welcome; ages 18+.
Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time
First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake, ILCrystal Lake, IL15 mi
Community
Dinner without the dishes, then programs: confirmation class, the Celebration Ringers youth bell choir, the Jubilate adult choir and Death Over Dinner on end-of-life plans. The community meal is for all ages.
First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake, IL, 461 Pierson Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
GLASA OfficeLake Forest, IL19 mi
Other
Conditioning workouts, offered live or virtually, that borrow from several sports and types of exercise, modified so each athlete can work toward their goals.
GLASA Office, 27864 Irma Lee Circle, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 14 Jackson AveNaperville, IL20 mi
Other
11/11, a night filled featuring every the magic: Moon manicures, mini crystal a cleansing ritual & a sound bath.
Venue at 14 Jackson Ave, 14 Jackson Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Lake Forest College campusLake Forest, IL21 mi
Sports + fitness
Dancing
A women's basketball game at Lake Forest College, where the Foresters host Benedictine.
Lake Forest College campus, 555 N Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Alarm Detection SystemsAurora, IL21 mi
Community
Trades Connect, a networking event for contractors and trades professionals, powered by Always Be Connecting.
Alarm Detection Systems, 1111 Church Road, Aurora, IL 60505
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Fitness class
Sculpt Like Hunt and Perkins: a creative sculpting workshop highlighting Black sculptors, with a spotlight on Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins.
Portage-Cragin Branch, 5108 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
North Austin BranchChicago, IL22 mi
Art
A painting session to unwind after a long day and reconnect with yourself and others. No experience is needed, supplies and templates are provided, and everyone leaves with their own painting.
North Austin Branch, 5724 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Chick-fil-A WillowbrookWillowbrook, IL23 mi
Other
A date night event for fathers and daughters.
Chick-fil-A Willowbrook, 7101 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook, IL 60527
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Sports + fitness
The Aurora University Spartans play Beloit College.
Aurora University campus, 347 S Gladstone Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 4645 N Rockwell StChicago, IL24 mi
Other
11/11, a night filled featuring every the magic: Moon manicures, mini crystal a cleansing ritual & a sound bath.
Venue at 4645 N Rockwell St, 4645 North Rockwell Street, Chicago, IL 60625
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Legler Regional BranchChicago, IL25 mi
Community
Book Club Jr: emerging readers ages 4 to 7 play with sounds, read books together and explore new reading skills.
Legler Regional Branch, 115 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Snakes & LattesChicago, IL26 mi
Game night
Game night at Snakes & Lattes Chicago: eat, drink, play games and meet new friends in a friendly, inclusive group for beginners and up.
Snakes & Lattes, 1965 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
Reservations are recommended, especially on evenings and weekends, but walk-ins are always welcome when space is available.From snakesandlattes.com, Oct 24, 2026
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Bitter PopsChicago, IL26 mi
Live music
Live Music w/Good Time Saloon 11/11 at Bitter Pops in Chicago, Illinois.
Bitter Pops, 3357 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Student Center (Lincoln Park)Chicago, IL27 mi
Community
STARS: Winter Quarter Prep, with help on registration, resolving holds and planning next steps.
Student Center (Lincoln Park), 2020 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
Epiphany Center for the ArtsChicago, IL28 mi
Food & drink
Free live music from MACE in the Cafe Bar at Epiphany Center for the Arts, with food and drink specials.
Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
All seated shows are sold as general admission and are first come first serve based on entry into the venue in which the show is being held.From epiphanychi.com, Oct 24, 2026
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
Schreiber CenterChicago, IL29 mi
Talks + ideas
An interactive session on air cargo, Lufthansa Cargo's global network, and career paths in aviation.
Schreiber Center, 16 East Pearson Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
SAIC Galleries Street LevelChicago, IL29 mi
Art
An exhibition showcasing the culminating work of graduating seniors from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
SAIC Galleries Street Level, 33 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
SottoChicago, IL30 mi
Food & drink
Free Italian wine tastings at Bar Sotto, a different Italian wine each week, poured in a relaxed setting with some wine knowledge shared.
Sotto, 71 W Monroe St Lower Level, Chicago, IL 60603
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
Food: burgers · flatbreads · seafood · steak · pasta · fries · Gluten-free optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time
Zion-Benton Public Library DistrictZion, IL31 mi
Community
Anime Club watches Delicious in Dungeon. For grades 6th to 12th and adults.
Zion-Benton Public Library District, 2400 Gabriel Avenue, Zion, IL 60099
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College campusChicago, IL32 mi
Sports + fitness
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College campus, 6301 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60621
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Goldenrod CityTwin Lakes, WI33 mi
Other
GRC Commander Night at Goldenrod City in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin.
Goldenrod City, 120 S Lake Ave, Twin Lakes, WI 53181
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
71 North Partnership StudioDeKalb, IL33 mi
Talks + ideas
An hour of in-person conversation each week with phones and devices put down.
71 North Partnership Studio, 217 Normal Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
HAMILTON PARKChicago, IL33 mi
Other
The Gradient, written by Steph Del Ross, presented by Campfire Repertory Theatre and directed by Gina Cioffi.
HAMILTON PARK, 513 West 72nd Street, Chicago, IL 60621
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Guest speakers Tatiana Gómez and José R. Menéndez present Gráfica Latina, an archive of Latin American posters.
Jack Arends Hall (Art Building), 330 Gilbert Dr, DeKalb, IL 60115
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Community
A session on how stories build identity, belonging and wellness, using reflection, conversation and an excerpt from Martha Villegas Miranda's TEDx talk.
Holmes Student Center, 600 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL 60115
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time
FIRST AID COMICSChicago, IL34 mi
Card games
A trading card game hangout for fans 13+ of Final Fantasy TCG, Yu-GI-Oh!, Pokemon, One Piece, Netrunner and other non-Magic games.
FIRST AID COMICS, 1617 East 55th Street, Chicago, IL 60615
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 4611 138th StCrestwood, IL36 mi
Talks + ideas
A technical class on start-up, airflow and combustion testing.
Venue at 4611 138th St, 4611 138th Street, Crestwood, IL 60445
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
University of St Francis campusJoliet, IL37 mi
Sports + fitness
A home women's basketball game where the Fighting Saints of St. Francis take on Viterbo University (Wis.).
University of St Francis campus, 500 N Wilcox St, Joliet, IL 60435
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
West Pullman BranchChicago, IL37 mi
Community
Apply-A-Thon: one-on-one college application, scholarship and essay help from Empower ED Futures experts for the Class of 2027.
West Pullman Branch, 830 W. 119th Street, Chicago, IL 60643
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Central Time
Shorewood-Troy LibraryShorewood, IL37 mi
Family
STEM open play with open-ended science, technology, engineering and math stations. Ages 5-9.
Shorewood-Troy Library, 650 Deerwood Drive, Shorewood, IL 60404
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
KPL Kids @Uptown LoftsKenosha, WI39 mi
Family
Midweek Mayhem: families with children kick back with games, crafts, building toys and messy fun.
KPL Kids @Uptown Lofts, 6144 22nd Ave, Kenosha, WI 53143
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Sip Coffee House & Artisan CafeHighland, IN50 mi
Game night
Wednesday night board gaming from the Northwest Indiana Board Game Association and Sip Coffee House: learn to play a new board game.
Sip Coffee House & Artisan Cafe, 2815 Jewett Avenue, Highland, IN 46322
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time
Peotone Public Library DistrictPeotone, IL53 mi
Family
Peotone Public Library District, 515 N 1st St, Peotone, IL 60468
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m. Central Time
Indiana University-Northwest campusGary, IN54 mi
Sports + fitness
IU Northwest women's basketball, the RedHawks, hosts Saint Xavier University in an NAIA conference home game. The RedHawks compete in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Indiana University-Northwest campus, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time
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5:13 p.m.–7:13 p.m. Central Time
1099 & Contract VenueChicago, IL30 mi
Other
Promoteable Show at 1099 & Contract Venue in Chicago, Illinois.
1099 & Contract Venue, 789 Test Lane, Chicago, IL 60601
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:13 p.m. to 7:13 p.m. Central Time
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5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m. Central Time
Ela Area Public LibraryLake Zurich, IL9.4 mi
Community
A Neurodiverse Meetup run by Amy, a librarian, for adults 18+ who identify as neurodivergent. You must be able to hold a conversation.
Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Drawn Together GamesPalatine, IL6.2 mi
Board games
Casual Commander night is at Drawn Together Games, a welcoming trading card game shop for Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Lorcana and CookieRun. New players and people who have played for years are welcome.
Drawn Together Games, 473 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Apricot Lane BoutiqueAlgonquin, IL11 mi
Talks + ideas
A session with Katie McClellen discussing how to have more energy and live a healthier life.
Apricot Lane Boutique, 1954 South Randall Road, Suite B38, Algonquin, IL 60102
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Event LocationGlen Ellyn, IL14 mi
Other
A session on building resilience, confidence and momentum through deep thinking, thematic synthesis and multi-modal learning designed for uncertain times.
Event Location, 535 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Ray Morrill Community CenterWheaton, IL16 mi
Community
11/11: Pages and Palettes at Ray Morrill Community Center – Memorial Room in Wheaton, Illinois.
Ray Morrill Community Center, 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL 60189
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Fair GameDowners Grove, IL20 mi
Community
Casual Magic the Gathering Commander night at Fair Game for new and experienced players. $5 venue fee, reduced with a valid Junior/High School ID.
Fair Game, 1015 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
New DaySkokie, IL20 mi
Community
Food & drink
Free business networking happy hour at New Day with Dr. Katie and co-host Rita Roatis, a Registered Nurse, nutritionist and Reiki practitioner.
New Day, 8059 Floral Avenue, Skokie, IL
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Health Sciences CampusMaywood, IL21 mi
Talks + ideas
Health Sciences Campus, 2160S South 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Talks + ideas
Small-group English course meeting twice a week, covering speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar. Space is limited; register online.
Portage-Cragin Branch, 5108 W. Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time
LSF Brookfield LibraryBrookfield, IL22 mi
Community
Story Craft Studios at LSF Brookfield Library in Illinois.
LSF Brookfield Library, 3541 Park Avenue, Brookfield, IL 60513
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Austin BranchChicago, IL23 mi
Movie screening
Austin Branch, 5615 W. Race Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Harris Hall 108Evanston, IL24 mi
Other
Mapping Trauma: New Israeli Research on PTSD Prevention and Recovery at Harris Hall 108 in Evanston, Illinois.
Harris Hall 108, 1881 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60208
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Community
Talks
A free community discussion on AI: watch a video with journalist Ezra Klein, then share opinions about racing to build systems that improve themselves.
Sulzer Regional Branch, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m. Central Time
Talks + ideas
Small, supportive English classes building speaking, listening, vocabulary, grammar and cultural understanding, in partnership with Literacy Chicago. Registration required; all languages welcome.
Humboldt Park Branch, 1605 N. Troy Street, Chicago, IL 60647
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Legler Regional BranchChicago, IL25 mi
Movie screening
Film Screening: The Perfect Weapon (1991), in which a karate expert seeks to avenge his mentor's murder. R; 112 minutes.
Legler Regional Branch, 115 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time
Fountaindale Public LibraryBolingbrook, IL26 mi
Community
Dream It Together: a free family vision board night with Father Figures and I Lead B-STEM.
Fountaindale Public Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Colvin HouseChicago, IL26 mi
Festival
A roundtable and social for AI founders, with conversation and in-person mingling before Thanksgiving.
Colvin House, 5940 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60660
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Above and Beyond Family Recovery CenterChicago, IL26 mi
Community
An in-person meeting for people who use, or are interested in using, plant medicine to aid their recovery from addictive behaviors.
Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center, 2942 W Lake St, Chicago, IL
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Venue at 1716 W Hubbard StChicago, IL27 mi
Community
Markets
meetup designed for chicago anime hangouts. to have conversations regarding anime, and manga & more.
Venue at 1716 W Hubbard St, 1716 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
Embodied Computational Intelligence: a hybrid ACM talk by Yun Ho, a Ph.D. student in computer science, on interfaces that talk to the user via body actuation.
Venue at 850 West Taylor Street, 850 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time
TeamWorking by TechNexusChicago, IL29 mi
Other
A founders workshop on wanting money without losing yourself, for those who hate having to put themselves out there and sell themselves.
TeamWorking by TechNexus, 20 North Wacker Drive, #12th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time
McKinley Park BranchChicago, IL29 mi
Community
Adult Book Club: a discussion of The Berry Pickers.
McKinley Park Branch, 1915 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
Dana Rebecca DesignsChicago, IL29 mi
Other
Practical strategies for staying well physically and financially through the holiday season.
Dana Rebecca Designs, 676 North Michigan Avenue, #Suite 3620, Chicago, IL 60611
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time
West Lawn BranchChicago, IL29 mi
Community
Family Loteria Night: play Lotería, similar to bingo, and win prizes. Registration required; ages 3 and up.
West Lawn Branch, 4020 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60629
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time
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