We are very excited to announce the South Loop Farmers Market, a new independent market which aims to improve the availability of a diverse range of high quality foods. With an ideal location, the market will be a place to engage with thecommunity, try delicious foods, and explore a part of the city's stunning architecture. Join us and support small family farms, artists, makers, and food businesses.
The market will be held every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM beginning June 25th through October 8th 2015. The market will take place at 1936 S. Michigan Avenue in the parking lot adjacent to the Second Presbyterian Church. With a prime location and strong marketing partnerships, the market will reach our diverse South Loop/ Near South community and beyond.
The South Loop Farmers Market proudly accepts LINK and Senior Farmers Market Coupons. The market team will curate a selection of 25 vendors selling a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, flowers, baked goods, meats, and some prepared foods. The market will also include weekly children's activities, and a monthly cultural performance program (education, literary, and music) in the sanctuary of the beautiful church.
South Loop Elementary School Open House
Location: 1915 S. Federal Street
When: Thursday May 21, 2015
2015 OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
Calling all prospective preschool and kindergarten families for 2015-16 school year *
South Loop Elementary School early childhood center welcomes you to join us at one of our upcoming open house events on the following Fridays:
MAY 21
Events begin at 9am and feature a presentation, tour and brief Q & A session.
Where: South Loop School Early Childhood Center, 1915 South Federal Street
*Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2015 to start kindergarten; preschoolers must be 3 years old by September 1, 2015 and be potty trained.
Indoor and Outdoor Plant Sale
Location: Second Presbyterian Church 1936 S. Michigan Ave.
When: Saturday, May 16th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Indoor and Outdoor Plant Sale
Second Presbyterian Church hosts its annual Indoor and Outdoor Plant Sale on Saturday, May 16 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Healthy beautiful plants and flowers will be available for purchase. Other specialty items, jewelry and homemade baked goods will also be offered. Come and get your bargains in the tents on the corner of Michigan and Cullerton Avenues! All proceeds will go to the mission and ministry of Second Presbyterian Church.
Elephant Room 'Custom Culture' Exhibit
Location: 704 S. Wabash
When: April 3 - May 9, 2015
Elephant Room is proud to present "Custom Culture", an exhibition of new works by 3 dynamic, emerging artists. SentRock, Sam Kirk & Tubs were chosen to exhibit at the SCOPE Miami Beach Art Fair in December 2014 after being selected as winners from Red Bull Curates: Canvas Cooler Project in Chicago. This connection is what brought about the conversation of the 3 artists exhibiting together and the cultural inspiration in all of their works is a visually engaging common element that solidifies the grouping.
The Daystar Center is a safe, clean neighborhood environment in the same building as the Daystar School, a pre-K to 8th grade private school.
The Daystar Center offers a variety of educational, artistic and cultural activities. Check out our calendar here!
CAPS Meeting - Beats 131 & 132
Location: 30 W. Cermak
When: Tuesday, May 19, 2015 | 7PM
Manifest Urban Arts Festival
Second Presbyterian Church 1936 S. Michigan Ave.
When: Friday, May 15th, 2015 | 12-9PM
Manifest Urban Arts Festival: the ultimate showcase of young talent.
Columbia College Chicago invites you to our annual showcase and celebration of the student work that only our students can create. At Manifest, you will encounter thought-provoking gallery exhibitions, live performances, fashion shows, original game design, literary readings and more; all curated by the talent that defines our campus.
In addition to the cutting-edge work of our students and organizations, our three outdoor stages will house musical performances by student bands and DJs throughout the day, culminating with a national headliner.
Free and open to the public, Columbia College Chicago invites you to celebrate the 15th year of Manifest and witness the talent that emerges from our community and redefines school pride.
Chicago Film Club Screening "I Confess" with Discussion
(1953) Father Michael William Logan, a Catholic priest (Montgomery Clifft) has a crisis of faith when he hears the confession of Otto Keller, the caretaker at his residence. Otto confesses to that he accidentally killed a lawyer during a robbery. By keeping Keller's secret as part of his priestly duties, suspicion for murder falls on Logan. Will he keep Keller's confession a secret, even if it means jeopardizing his own freedom?
Come watch with us, and get a great snack or hot drink from Overflow Coffee Bar to take in to the movie - 10% off for movie-goers!
Call 312-674-0001 for questions or to reserve seats over the phone.
The Quiet Workshop - A Day Retreat
1550 S. State Street
When: Saturday, May 30, 2015 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Our society is moving at an ever-increasing speed of fast. "If you want to hang on, you better speed up." is the message of today. And as a result, many in our world find themselves stressed to the max, with calendars filled to the brim. When was the last time, for example, someone told you they were not very busy?
It could be useful, however, to remind ourselves that our basic needs never change. The need to be seen and appreciated. The need to belong. The need for nearness and care, and for a little love. This is given only through slowness in human relations. In order to master transformations in our ever-changing world, we have to recover slowness, reflection and togetherness and thereby find real renewal.
This is what The Quiet Workshop is all about. We'll take a relaxed approach to the important topic of soul care, giving you a handful of tools which have been used for centuries in helping busy people step out of the traffic and take time to re-acquaint themselves with their God, their family & neighbors, and most importantly, themselves.
The Quiet Workshop is lead by Marty and Sandy Boller, Contemplative Coaches and Spiritual Directors. The Bollers have been actively involved in pastoral ministry since 1985. Married in 1975 in Skokie, IL, they were participants with the beginnings of what is now the Evanston Vineyard Church (1976) and have successfully planted two Vineyard churches in Iowa: Iowa City (1988) and Cedar Rapids (1998). Marty has written 2 books on Christian discipleship; The Perfected Self (2002) and The Wisdom of (John) Wimber: As I See It (2014); and hosts the highly popular blog series The Contemplative Activist. Marty and Sandy have four grown children, all married, with six adorable grandchildren and one more on the way in Summer 2015.
The Quiet Workshop is being presented by the Daystar Center. The Daystar Center exists to build community enriching lives through belonging. The Center is presenting The Quiet Workshop in order to further its community building efforts within the South Loop and throughout Chicago. "The wisdom to slow down and seek connection with ourselves, with others, and perhaps with someone beyond ourselves is a big part of community." says Amanda Neely, Director of Daystar Center. "Friends are those who waste time together but don't feel like being together is a waste of time. I want to see more intentional time-wasting happening in our city."
All are invited to attend The Quiet Workshop but it's best suited for those who think to themselves, "There's gotta be more to life than this" whatever "this" is. Those in leadership roles at work, in the community, at church, and at home will benefit greatly. The Quiet Workshop also serves as a great introduction to spiritual direction for those interested in being directed or becoming a director.
9 AM COFFEE & PASTRIES 9:30 AM WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS - Who are you? Why are you here today? 10 AM INTRO TO COME TO THE QUIET SOLITUDE & SILENCE BREATH PRAYER LECTIO DIVINA & JOURNALING TIME OF REFLECTION & JOURNALING 1 PM LUNCH - Provided by Overflow, included in registration Group Discussion Ponderings 2 PM GPS-SPIRITUAL MAPPING EXERCISE 2:45 PM BREAK 3 PM YOUR TIME WITH THE DIVINE - GoSeeListenTasteRespond 4 PM SHARE YOUR STORIES YOUR COMMISSION: What's next? 5 PM DISMISS
**Childcare available upon request. Contact us at (312) 674-0001 or 1550state@gmail.com to arrange for childcare. The sooner the better.
We are very excited to announce the South Loop Farmers Market, a new independent market which aims to improve the availability of a diverse range of high quality foods. With an ideal location, the market will be a place to engage with thecommunity, try delicious foods, and explore a part of the city's stunning architecture. Join us and support small family farms, artists, makers, and food businesses.
2015 OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
