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CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WEST LOOP: Family Movie Night: The Princess and the Frog (2009) to be held on March 7, 2020
By Press release submission Mar 2, 2020
A prince and a princess are transformed into frogs and seek the help of a voodoo priestess to restore their true forms.
CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WEST LOOP: Tree House Society: Helping Cats in Our Community to be held on March 5, 2020
By Press release submission Mar 2, 2020
Experts from the Tree House Society teach the basics of stray vs. feral cats, TNR (Trap - Neuter - Return), and being a colony caretaker; including a demo of how to use a trap.
CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WEST LOOP: Baby & Me to be held on March 04, 2020
By Press release submission Mar 2, 2020
This 25-minute story time is designed specifically for infants from birth to 12 months, along with their caregivers.
CHICAGO READER: Voices: Teresa Montoya to be held on February 25, 2020
By Press release submission Feb 24, 2020
Teresa Montoya will discuss a series of photographs that were taken one year after the Gold King mine spill.
CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WEST LOOP: Family Movie Night: Bedtime Stories (2008) to be held on February 25, 2020
By Press release submission Feb 24, 2020
A handyman tells his niece and nephew nighttime tales that begin to come true.
SOFAR SOUNDS: SOFAR CHICAGO to be held on February 23, 2020
By Press release submission Feb 20, 2020
A unique public performance space, hidden away somewhere in your city - let Sofar be your guide in uncovering these gems for you and your friends to return to again and again.
EMPORIUM FULTON MARKET: DJ Esteban La Groue to be held on February 21, 2020
By Press release submission Feb 20, 2020
A Dance Event will held on Emporium Fulton Market at February 21, 2020.
WHY ARE YOU SICK: Why Are You Sick Workshop - Chicago to be held on Feb. 22, 2020
By Press release submission Feb 20, 2020
In this 2-day intensive you will learn about energy, the chakras and how your thoughts, emotions and mental state affect your body.
Mural movement spreading messages of inclusion throughout West Loop
A West Loop initiative is educating youth and adults in the arts and utilizing their talents to spread positive messages for the whole community to notice.
West Loop nonprofit helps emerging artists find F.A.M.E.
Many young Chicago artists and performers who dedicate themselves to entertaining crowds with amazing talent often face financial setbacks and a lack of available educational resources that limits their potential from shining on stage.
Workforce group to hold digital literacy workshop
The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is hosting a free two-hour workshop on digital literacy at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 at the Chicago Housing Authority Central Office located on the ninth floor at 60 E. Van Buren.
Open Books to hold Reading Buddies volunteer training
Open Books is holding a volunteer training session for its Reading Buddies program on March 6 at its West Loop location at 651 W. Lake Street.
Fulton Market Association provides 'economic-development services' to West Loop businesses, residents
As a certified nonprofit economic development center, the Fulton Market Association is committed to serving businesses, property owners, residents, social services and schools throughout the West Loop.
West Loop Residents Association invites dialogue about neighborhood development
The West Loop Residents Association prides itself on having a voice in the ongoing renewal development of its community.
NOWL keeps community members in the loop
The Neighbors of West Loop (NOWL) is a thriving community organization committed to serving the people of its thriving community.
West Loop Writers Group meets Thursday
The West Loop Writer’s Group is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Chicago Public Library's West Loop branch.
Books on tap at Lagunitas Brewing Co.
The Taproom at Lagunitas Brewing Company is hosting its next Open Books gathering on Feb. 25, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Montessori Academy hosting Admissions Coffee Chat
The Montessori Academy of Chicago is hosting an Admissions Coffee Chat for families interested in learning more about its programs at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb.18.
West Loop is home to a funky central hub for literacy efforts
The literacy stats for Chicago are dire: According to the Chicago Literacy Alliance (CLA), 30 percent of the population has low basic literacy skills, 39% of public school children read below their grade levels, and 61% of low-income homes have no children’s books in them.
W.P. Carey plans major development on West Loop block
New York-based real estate investment trust (REIT) W.P. Carey has secured a vacant lot next to its Ogilvie Transportation Center location and is planning a massive addition to its present seven-story loft space.