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FEBRUARY 2020

 

(events are subject to change)  

 

Featured Events
In Flux_ Chicago Artists and Immigration _6018North - Living Architecture - Installation view of The Library of Refuseniks by Lise Haller Baggesen - Photo by Jesse Meredith_










Skate Millennium Park_ Presented by Hilton










Luis A. Sahagun: Both Eagle and Serpent
February 1-April 26
In Flux: Chicago Artists and Immigration
February 15-May 10   
NKAME: A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Balkis Ayón (1967-1999)  
February 29-May 24
Three new exhibitions open at the Chicago Cultural Center this month. Join us Saturday, February 29, 11am-3pm for a series of Curator Talks and Artist Workshops.
Presented by Hilton   
Through March 8 (weather permitting) Hilton
DJ Nights: February 6 & 20, 6-8pm
Millennium Park  
Take a spin on the ice this winter at this Chicago tradition. For those looking for some extra guidance, check out the free lessons happening Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings and other select dates. And join us for DJ nights on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month. More info at millenniumpark.org.

Grant support for Winter Workouts ice skating lessons is provided by McDonald's Active Lifestyles Endowment, managed by the Millennium Park Foundation.

February Events
Luis A. Sahagun_ Both Eagle and Serpent Dame Myra Hess Concerts The Latino Comedy Film Series Screenings _A Wedding in Casta_er _ Una Boda en Casta_er_
Chicago Cultural Center
Dame Myra Hess Concerts
February 5, 12, 19 & 26
Chicago Cultural Center
February 5, 12 & 19
Chicago Cultural Center  
Juicebox featuring Funkadesi University of Chicago First Friday Lecture Series An Afternoon with Mary Schmich and Mary Wisniewski
Chicago Cultural Center & Garfield Park Conservatory
Chicago Cultural Center
February 8   
Chicago Cultural Center  
Crossing Borders Music _Celebrating Cuban-American Composers_ In Flux_ Chicago Artists and Immigration _6018North - Living Architecture - Installation view of The Library of Refuseniks by Lise Haller Baggesen - Photo by Jesse Meredith_ WTTW Community Cinema _Cooked - Survival by Zip Code_
February 9   
Chicago Cultural Center  
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Cultural Center
New Music Chicago Presents Live Music Now_ Young People_s Concert Juicebox featuring Deep Fried Pickle Project
New Music Chicago Presents
February 18   
Chicago Cultural Center  
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Cultural Center & Garfield Park Conservatory
Chamber Mondays Chicago at the Crossroad HPSCHD_50
Chamber Mondays
February 24  
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Cultural Center
February 29
Chicago Cultural Center
NKAME_ A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Balkis Ay_n _1967-1999_ _Belkis Ay_n_ Nlloro_ 1991_ Collograph_ Setting the Stage_ Objects of Chicago Theatre Screenhouse by Edra Soto
Chicago Cultural Center
Expo 72, 72 E. Randolph St.
Millennium Park 
Ongoing
Hanging from the street poles along Wabash Ave. between Washington and Randolph Streets
Chicago Cultural Center 


Featured News
Chicago Band Roster Application
Chicago Band Roster Application - Deadline Extended to February 14 

As a part of the Year of Chicago Music, DCASE will launch the Chicago Band Roster, a searchable database of high-quality musical performers. The program aims to increase meaningful performance opportunities for Chicago musicians. Solo musicians and ensembles of all genres are encouraged to apply to be listed on the roster. Following the competitive applications process, the Chicago Band Roster will be posted on the DCASE website as a resource for residents and organization looking to present high quality music programs. More info and application at chicago.gov/music.


CityArts Program
2020 CityArts Program Grant Applications are Open
DCASE is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2020 CityArts Program, offering grants to nonprofit arts and culture organizations of all sizes. This year's program will include opportunities to apply for general operating grants across all artistic disciplines, as well as project grants in alignment with the City of Chicago's Year of Chicago Music. Project grants will support initiatives that have the potential to impact the Chicago music sector at large. Complete eligibility criteria and applications are available at chicagoculturalgrants.org. Complete applications must be received by Friday, February, 28, at 5pm CST.

Taste of Chicago Food Participant Applications are Now Open
Taste of Chicago Food Participant Applications are Now Open
This year's Taste will take place from Wednesday, July 8, through Sunday, July 12, 2020. With over a million visitors attending the five day event, Taste of Chicago provides an unprecedented opportunity for participating food vendors to gain exposure for their business. Applications are open through Monday, March 2, at tasteofchicago.org.



Save the Date
Chicago Blues Festival
 
DCASE recently announced the 2020 dates of its marquee festivals, events and exhibitions. The year will highlight the upcoming "Year of Chicago Music," Chicago's Music Legacy and thousands of public programs in downtown Chicago and across the city's neighborhoods. To see the 2020 schedule, visit cityofchicago.org/dcase
   
 
 
 
Free, Free, Free!
Chicago Park District
Culture Jam at Amundsen
Friday, February 7, 2-8pm
Amundsen (Roald) Park, 6200 W. Bloomingdale Ave. 
 
All ages are welcome to join Amundsen Park in celebrating Black History Month. This event will include live entertainment and various arts and crafts vendors. Visit the website for full event details.
 
 
 
 
 
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