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SUMMARY:Àkójọpọ̀ Presents: 3rd Annual Taste of Nigeria
DESCRIPTION:Àkójọpọ̀ Presents: 3rd Annual Taste of Nigeria \nThe 3rd Annual Taste of Nigeria: African Art Music Fundraiser Night will take place on Saturday\, June 6th\, 2026\, at Connect Gallery in Hyde Park. Presented in partnership with Umu Igbo Unite (UIU)\, this year’s program celebrates Igbo music and culture while raising support for Àkójọpọ̀’s year-round initiatives in Pan-African art\, music\, education\, concerts\, and professional development opportunities. \n  \nGuests will be welcomed with a traditional kola nut experience\, setting the tone for an evening rooted in cultural celebration\, community\, and connection. The event will bring together students\, artists\, professionals\, and community members from across Chicago for an immersive cultural dining and artistic experience. The evening will also feature cultural performances highlighting works by Igbo composers\, alongside access to the art exhibition on display at Connect Gallery. \nThank you to all of our community supporters\, including Connect Gallery\, Barry’s\, Unan Imports\, Dozzy’s Grill\, Umu Igbo Unite (UIU)\, the Chicago White Sox\, and more partners to be announced as the event approaches. \n  \nTier 1: Enjoy native rice with chicken/beef/fish\, served with a soft drink or bottled water. This tier offers a warm introduction to the evening and is perfect for guests looking to experience the culture\, community\, and atmosphere of the event. \n  \nTier 2: Experience a deeper taste of Igbo cuisine with your choice of native yam porridge or oha/egusi soup served with yellow garri\, along with a complimentary Champagne/mocktail and one raffle ticket entry. \n  \n\n\n\nTier 3: Enjoy full access to all featured dishes of the evening\, including okra & ugba soup with goat meat\, light alcoholic beverages\, and one raffle ticket entry\, while supporting the continued growth of Pan-African arts and cultural programming.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/akojopo-presents-3rd-annual-taste-of-nigeria/
LOCATION:Connect Gallery\, 1451 E. 53rd Street\, Chicago\, Chicago\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Arts & Crafts/Fashion,Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke
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SUMMARY:Kickoff to Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Kickoff to Summer Picnic \nSummer fun starts here!\nFriday\, June 5\, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nGrab a blanket and some sunscreen and meet us on the front lawn for this free event featuring games\, bounce houses\, face paint and hands-on activities from the Griffin MSI Education team and some of our incredible community partners. \n\nFree swag from organizations including The Midwest Dairy Association\, Chicago White Sox and Gatorade\nFacilitated STE(A)M activities hosted by Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST)\, Chicago Architecture Center\, Robothink Chicago and more\nThe CTA will be bringing one of their historic vehicles\nAnd so much more to enjoy!\n\nThis outdoor event is free and open to the public — food will be available for purchase. Admission to the Museum requires a ticket purchase. Ticketed guests may exit and re-enter freely.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/kickoff-to-summer-picnic/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Court - Harper Court
DESCRIPTION:Jazz in the Court – Harper Court \nSponsored by the University of Chicago\, the popular free outdoor concerts are scheduled for Friday afternoons in June\, July\, August\, and September at Harper Court\, 5235 S. Harper Court\, Hyde Park (53rd Street and S. Lake Park Avenue). The concerts are typically held on the first Friday of each month\, but due to the July 4 and Labor Day holidays\, the scheduled dates are now Friday\, July 5; Friday\, July 10; Friday\, August 7; and Friday\, September 11. \nIn honor of the 100-year anniversary of Oscar Brown Jr.’s birth\, the Friday\, July 10 concert will have extended hours from 12-5 p.m. \nSamuel J. Lewis II of the Hyde Park Jazz Festival produced the 2026 series. Wendy Walker Williams\, Executive Director of Community Partnerships at the UChicago Office of Civic Engagement will serve as emcee. \nThe concert series is dedicated to the memory of Carolyn Albritton\, the former long-time producer of the event\, who recently passed away. \nThe lineup includes: \nMEAGAN MCNEAL – Friday\, June 5\, 12-2:30 p.m. \nOSCAR BROWN JR. – 100 YEARS OF GENIUS – Friday\, July 10\, 12-5 p.m. (SPECIAL EXTENDED HOURS) \nJULIAN DAVIS REID’S CIRCLE OF TRUST – Friday\, August 7\, 12-2:30 p.m. \nQUENTIN COAXUM QUINTENT – Friday\, September 11\, 12-2:30 p.m. \nPlease bring your favorite chair. Limited seating will be available\, but we cannot guarantee seats. Please\, no seat saving. The Harper Court parking structure will offer limited free parking between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for the June\, August\, and September concerts. Free parking will be extended until 6 p.m. for the July concert ONLY. Standard parking rates will apply for those entering the garage before 10 a.m. or exiting after 4 p.m. for June\, August\, and September concerts or after 6 p.m. for the July concert. The parking entrance is on S. Lake Park Avenue just south of McDonald’s. \nEnjoy Daisy’s Po’ Boy & Tavern\,  Ja’ Grill\, Chipotle\, Deep Purpl\,  Roti Modern Mediterranean\, Stan’s Donuts & Coffee\, and Strugglebeard Bakery – all in Harper Court. Or sample one of the many great eateries on 53rd Street. \nSupport our neighborhood businesses by shopping local. Recyled Modern and Suuri Design are in Harper Court\, and The Silver Room and other shops are right around the corner. \nFor a complete list of local businesses go to welcometohydepark.com.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/jazz-in-the-court-harper-court/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:5235 S. Harper Court\, 5235 S Harper Ct\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
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SUMMARY:MonteCristo2020
DESCRIPTION:MonteCristo2020 \nThe Hyde Park Community Players are delighted to present the premiere of MonteCristo2020\, an original musical based on Alexander Dumas’s novel The Count of Monte Cristo with book and lyrics by Susan Harris and score by Bill Hohnke. Reserve your seats here: https://events.humanitix.com/montecristo2020 \nPerformances will be at the Experimental Station (6100 South Blackstone Avenue) \nMay 29\, 30 at 7:00 pm \nMay 31 at 2:00 pm \nJune 5\, 6 at 7:00 pm \nJune 7 at 2:00 pm \nAbout the show: \nIsolating in her apartment during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic\, a lonely bookworm discovers Alexandre Dumas’s novel The Count of Monte Cristo. The classic novel of adventure\, intrigue\, and revenge comes to life around her\, immersing her in an exciting new world and a story which hits surprisingly close to home. MonteCristo2020 expresses the pain of loss and isolation while celebrating the resilience of hope and the sustaining power of stories.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/montecristo2020-3/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Experimental Station\, 6100 S. Blackstone Avenue\, Chicago\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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