Events

Sapphire Queens in Wonderland is an exhibition that features the work of award-winning artist, Rhonda Gray. The show will be open to the public from March 24th-April 28th at the Chicago Center of Art and Technology. The exhibition includes a collection of vibrant mixed media portrait paintings and sculptures embodying women of African descent holding […]

Join a workshop teaching individuals the basics of djing. People identifying as having a disability will be prioritizing but event is open to all. Please add your access needs in your registration. There will be three DJ stations (vinyl, CDJS, and Serato) where participants will be able choose their preferred method and learn the basics […]

Hear the poems from the author herself! Leslé Honoré will be onsite at The Chicago Center for Arts and Technology to read some of her works, sign books, and be available for a brief discussion. Enjoy a night away from the daily noise and soak in impactful, creative, and moving poetry from one of Chicago's very […]

Presented by Annie Drehkoff, MS, CCLS Child Life Manager, ChicagoCAC In both healthcare and community settings, Certified Child Life Specialists help children and families cope with the stress and uncertainty of acute and chronic illness, injury, trauma, disability, loss, and bereavement. They provide evidence-based, developmentally, and psychologically appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation for procedures, […]

The Illinois Medical District launched its 2023 Bike and Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in February. We would like to invite you to join us for a short walk through parts of the IMD to introduce you to the project, hear from you about your perspectives traveling around the IMD, and learn how to be involved […]

Presented by Rhiannon Reaves, MS, LCPC Director of Clinical Services, ChicagoCAC This training will cover what is typical versus problematic sexual behavior in children. After participating, attendees will be able to differentiate between common misconceptions regarding children with problematic sexual behavior and what is supported by research. The training will help participants identify strategies for […]

The Illinois Medical District launched its 2023 Bike and Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in February. We would like to invite you to join us for a short bike ride through parts of the IMD to introduce you to the project, hear from you about your perspectives traveling around the IMD, and learn how to be […]

Join Illinois Medical District and Active Transportation Alliance for a virtual conversation about biking and commuting in the District.

Presented by Stephanie Lawson, MSW Director of Advocacy, ChicagoCAC The Family Advocate‘s role is to provide support, advocacy, education, and case management services to child victims of sexual abuse and maltreatment and be a liasion for family needs. The Family Advocacy Program provides victim support and advocacy services to all clients at ChicagoCAC and their […]

The Illinois Medical District launched its 2023 Bike and Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in February. We would like to invite you to join us for a short walk through parts of the IMD to introduce you to the project, hear from you about your perspectives traveling around the IMD, and learn how to be involved […]

Earth Day Cleanup event with students from Chicago Hope Academy.