The Greek Diner and the Making of American Cuisine

Online IL, United States

In this hour-long class, we will explore the history of the Greek diner and its profound influence on American food culture. On the eve of World War I, Greek immigrants began buying up the diners abandoned by German Americans facing anti-German persecution brought on by the war. In these kitchens, the new Greek owners would […]

Free

“Al Fil or Bishop?” Lecture + Public Chess Tournament

Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education 55 W Van Buren Street, Suite 220, Chicago, IL, United States

The Abrahamic Center for Cultural Education and The Chicago Chess Foundation are proud to present: Al-Fil or Bishop? a free public event in which ACCE will give a brief presentation about the origins of chess and the Muslim influences over the game throughout history! We will then open the floor to the Chicago Chess Foundation […]

FREE
Event Series Neighborhood Nights

Neighborhood Nights

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

COME ENJOY A BEVERAGE WITH A SPECTACULAR EXPERIENCE IN OUR ICONIC 6TH FLOOR SKYLINE LOUNGE & TERRACE A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum

LaSalle Street at a Crossroads

Virtual Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for a roundtable conversation exploring ideas for a renewed LaSalle Street corridor, which currently finds itself at a crossroads. How does an austere financial district transform into a […]

$15