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 Art and culture on the street |
5200-5400 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60640-2102 United States +1 773 665 4682 (Organizers) http://www.starevents.com/mid_... info@starevents.com |
This popular suburb of Chicago takes to the streets once a year. No, it's not a protest of any sort, but a free celebration of the spirit of the city and its art and culture. Join 50,000 other revelers and explore the city's Swedish heritage through art and food stalls, to the accompaniment of lively music. A festive Swedish dance around the Maypole is the highlight of the event. Face-painting, family games and other activities provide the interactive aspect. Stage shows, such as the Nordic dance thrill those who cherish their roots. Proceeds from the fest go to the organizers, who are committed to promoting and building the community. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Boys Town street party |
3346 North Halsted Street Halsted Street (from Belmont Avenue to Addison Street) Chicago, IL 60657 United States +1 773 883 0500 http://www.northalsted.com/ |
Like many other neighborhood festivals in Chicago, this fest, held the second weekend in August, gets its moxie not from the standard array of arts and crafts booths, but from those in attendance. Held in the center of the Boystown neighborhood, a commercial and residential center of Chicago's gay community, this street party draws from its surroundings. The event is probably as well-attended and enjoyed as the annual Gay Pride Parade. The crafts booths, three musical stages and food and beer booths help fest-goers party all day and into the night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gay Pride |
Organizers: 5243 North Clark Street, 2nd Floor Chicago Filmmakers Chicago, IL 60640 United States +1 773 293 1447 http://www.reelingfilmfestival... reeling@chicagofilmmakers.org |
The Reeling Chicago Lesbian & Gay International Film Festival has been a popular annual event since April 1981. They celebrated their 24th proud year in 2005. The event, organized by the Chicago Filmmakers, tries to represent gay and lesbian identity through meaningful cinema and tries to get rid of the stereotypes. Education and sensitization of the public towards these communities has been the mission. There are film screenings held at various venues and there is a jury that hands out prizes and awards. You can show your support by catching a film or two. Review © 2007, Wcities |