Upcoming Events

In addition to our Artist Membership Program, The.BlkRoom hosts an average of six events per month, curated by our team, members, and diverse partnerships. All of our events are free or available on a sliding scale, with the option to donate what you can.

We believe in opening doors for everyone to showcase their creativity and voice. Through our special events, we create platforms for Chicago-based Artists and entrepreneurs to participate in dynamic events and programs that resonate with their work, fostering connections with organizations and fellow creatives both inside and outside our space.

Check out our Event Pillars — What really holds us up

Just Us Dinner
Mar
18

Just Us Dinner

MARCH 18TH! Just(Us) Dinners invites

us into the power of song as a tool of resistance, remembrance, and collective strength. Fight Another Day centers the music that carried movements forward

-songs that held grief, hope, courage, and unwavering belief in freedom. (Link in bio)

Featuring live performance by Sheran Goodspeed Keyton, this gathering will explore how fight songs have historically united communities, sustained organizers, and given voice to the emotional and spiritual realities of the Civil Rights Movement. Through performance, shared reflection, and conversation over dinner, we will consider how music continues to shape the ways we gather, protest, heal, and imagine liberation today.

Hosted@the.blkroom, this evening will hold space for the long lineage of musical resistance.

We'll also be continuing our Heal TogetHER Peer Support Program, with monthly support available proceeding Just(Us) Dinners! Learn more + Sign up for these sessions (link in bio.)

There is a $15 deposit for your reservation that is returned upon your check-in at the event!

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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Mar
23

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom
Mar
25

Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom

The.BlkRoom Now Presents Cafe Noir! The first-ever late-night Co-working and Vinyl Set Session on the West Side!

We invite our audience to come through to our space every third Thursday of the Month from 5pm - 8pm for Late-night co-working, treats, and LOFI Vinyl Set! Come and bring your laptop and enjoy good vibes and an organic way to connect with other artists and creatives in the community.

All Donation-based RSVPS go to The.BlkRooms Necessary Operations to keep our doors and programs open!

This sessions vinyl set will be presented by DJ John West!

PARKING/ENTRANCE

Free parking is located behind the building. You will see signs for the Chicago Tool Library (located in the same building as The.BlkRoom). They also share a lot. Park your car in the lot and enter through the blue door with the yellow sign. Someone from the TBR should be there to greet you upon arrival, but if not hang right toward the door just past the tool library and follow the signs for TBR. You walk up the stairs to suite 204.

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Somewhere on the Way to Freedom Exhibition Opening
Mar
27

Somewhere on the Way to Freedom Exhibition Opening

Overview

Experience the opening of Somewhere on the Way to Freedom, a photography exhibition by Elijah Barnes at The.BlkRoom Corridor Gallery.

Join us for the opening of Somewhere on the Way to Freedom, a photography exhibition by Chicago-based photographer Elijah Barnes. Curated by Kindred Noir and presented in partnership with The.BlkRoom, the exhibition will take place in the Corridor Gallery Space.

Barnes’ work captures the poetry of contemporary life through a dreamlike, ethereal visual language. Known for his evocative conceptual portraits, his photographs reimagine Black culture while exploring themes of beauty, identity, and the ongoing pursuit of freedom. Through layered imagery and symbolic storytelling, Somewhere on the Way to Freedomreflects on the spaces between memory, movement, and possibility—inviting viewers to consider how the past, present, and imagined futures shape Black life.

The evening will include an artist-led walkthrough of the exhibition and a moderated artist talk, offering deeper insight into Barnes’ creative process and the themes behind the work.

Program Highlights

• Exhibition Opening

• Artist-Led Walkthrough

• Moderated Artist Talk

• Refreshments by Candied x Cured

• Sounds

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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Mar
30

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Board and Brunch
Apr
11

Board and Brunch

Event Overview & Invitation:

Join us for (Board and Brunch), TBR’s inaugural collaborative brunch designed to strengthen our community and support the ongoing growth and sustainability of The.BlkRoom. This special gathering is an opportunity to connect with passionate community members, learn about our innovative initiatives, and discover how you can become an active participant in shaping our future.

Your involvement will help expand our capacity, sustain existing programs, and develop new projects that uplift and serve our community. Whether you're an artist, a creative enthusiast, or a community advocate, your voice and participation are vital to our collective success.

Agenda & Schedule:

  • Networking & Connect | 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Kick off the day by mingling with fellow attendees, building relationships, and sharing ideas.

  • Welcome & Introduction | 10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Hear from TBR leadership about our mission, vision, and the purpose of this event.

  • Project Descriptions & Event Overview | 11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Discover the vibrant initiatives that drive The.BlkRoom’s community engagement and cultural growth.

  • Interactive Breakout Sessions | 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Engage in meaningful conversations about our projects, share your insights, and explore ways to get involved.

  • Group Sharing & Wrap-Up | 11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Reflect on ideas, discuss next steps, and inspire collective action.

  • Networking & Community Building | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Conclude the event with additional opportunities to connect, collaborate, and forge lasting relationships.

About Our Projects:

At TBR, we create diverse programming to support and showcase BIPOC artists and creatives. Our initiatives include artist residencies, curated exhibitions, a radio show, and outdoor projects—all designed to foster collaboration, visibility, and a deep connection to nature.

  • The Bloom Residency for Black Women: A transformative program empowering Black women artists through access to TBR’s creative space, mentorship, and community. Curated by Angel Bat Dawid, this residency encourages artists to explore Black womanhood, identity, and creative expression.

  • The Corridor Gallery: In partnership with Kindred Noir, this gallery transforms an exterior corridor into a vibrant space for emerging and mid-career BIPOC artists to showcase their work, engage audiences, and participate in community programming.

  • The TBR Radio Show: Hosted by Sharmon Jarmon, this podcast highlights community leaders, artists, and visionaries shaping Chicago’s arts scene. It offers cultural insights, member highlights, and opportunities in media, PR, and marketing workshops.

  • The TBR Library: Curated by Silk Press Ink, this circulating library features literature, vinyl, archival pieces, and more by Black and Brown artists. It promotes community engagement through book clubs, archival events, and cultural preservation initiatives.

Join us at (Board and Brunch) to learn more about these impactful projects and discover how you can contribute to the vibrant future of The.BlkRoom. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected community that celebrates and elevates Black and Brown artistry.

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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Mar
9

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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The Salt Circle - Restorative Yoga and Healing Guide
Mar
8

The Salt Circle - Restorative Yoga and Healing Guide

The Salt Circle: Restorative Yoga + Guided Healing

REST AS RESISTANCE + PROTECTION OF THE SACRED WOMXN

Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT

The BlkRoom

Join us for a nourishing restorative yoga sequence + guided healing sesh. We'll start with a gentle, floor-based stretch, then enjoy a sound bath, meditating on themes of Rest as Resistance + Protection of the Sacred Womxn. (FREE with RSVP, $10 at the door)

Bring your partner or friend, your mat, and an open mind!
A water bottle and jacket or small throw blanket for resting pose is optional.

All genders are welcome and encouraged! Learning techniques to ground ourselves through patterns of self-nourishment is not exclusively feminine, and protecting womxn is a community responsibility we celebrate everyday, especially during March-- Women's History Month.

LGBTQ+ friendly | All ages session | Minors must be accompanied by an adult


Supported readings:
Black Liturgies - Cole Arthur Riley
Rest is Resistence - Tricia Hersey (The Nap Bishop)

Featured Yoga Instructor:

Kenya Butts, LCSW, Birth / Postpartum Doula, Reiki Practitionaer
Insta: @kenabuwellness

Kenya began practicing yoga in 2006, and by 2009 she decided that she wanted to spread her love of yoga to others. Kenya believes that when life gets hectic she can always get on her mat and everything will begin to make sense. As a licensed social worker and doula, her work centers maternal mental health, sharing helpful tools that can benefit womxn of all ages, and men looking for techniques to ground into patterns of self-nourishment.

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Fonce’s Sewing Class -Butterfly Effect
Feb
28

Fonce’s Sewing Class -Butterfly Effect

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Feb
28

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom
Feb
25

Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom

The.BlkRoom Now Presents Cafe Noir! The first-ever late-night Co-working and Vinyl Set Session on the West Side!

We invite our audience to come through to our space every third Thursday of the Month from 5pm - 8pm for Late-night co-working, treats, and LOFI Vinyl Set! Come and bring your laptop and enjoy good vibes and an organic way to connect with other artists and creatives in the community.

All Donation-based RSVPS go to The.BlkRooms Necessary Operations to keep our doors and programs open!

This sessions vinyl set will be presented by DJ John West!

PARKING/ENTRANCE

Free parking is located behind the building. You will see signs for the Chicago Tool Library (located in the same building as The.BlkRoom). They also share a lot. Park your car in the lot and enter through the blue door with the yellow sign. Someone from the TBR should be there to greet you upon arrival, but if not hang right toward the door just past the tool library and follow the signs for TBR. You walk up the stairs to suite 204.

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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Feb
23

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Eye and Earthy Esecce presents - Have a Seat at The Table
Feb
22

Eye and Earthy Esecce presents - Have a Seat at The Table

This event is a shared space for creativity, connection, and intention. We’re coming together to learn, exchange ideas, and build community in a way that feels honest and welcoming. Expect thoughtful conversations, creative expression, and a relaxed atmosphere where curiosity is encouraged and everyone belongs. Come as you are, bring an open mind, and be ready to connect with people, stories, and ideas that matter.

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Grant Party - A Creative Work Session for Funding Success by @Toocreative
Feb
18

Grant Party - A Creative Work Session for Funding Success by @Toocreative

Grant Party is an intentional, hands-on work session designed to help creatives, artists, and visionaries actively work toward securing funding for their ideas, projects, and initiatives.

This is not a lecture or traditional workshop. Grant Party is a focused, collaborative space where participants gather to write, refine, and strengthen grant applications in real time—surrounded by community support, shared resources, and expert insight.

Whether you’re applying for your first grant or returning to the process with new goals, this session provides the structure, accountability, and guidance needed to move your application forward.

What to Expect

  • Dedicated co-working time to work on grant applications

  • A featured guest speaker sharing practical funding insights

  • Curated lists of grant opportunities and resources

  • Peer support and collaborative energy

  • A welcoming environment designed for focus and progress

Bring your laptop, your ideas, and any applications you’re currently working on. You’ll leave with clearer direction, tangible progress, and renewed confidence in pursuing funding for your work.

Grant Party exists to make funding access feel less isolating and more communal—because creative sustainability grows when we work together.

About ToocreativeHQ

Too CreativeGQ equips artists with the knowledge, tools, and access to turn their talent into lasting impact and sustainable income. We are too imaginative to be held back, too gifted to stay hidden, and too driven to give up. Through education, funding literacy, and strategic guidance, we help makers thrive- championing creativity as a force that can transform lives and the world.

About the Bloom Residency

This transformative program, facilitated by The.BlkRoom and generously sponsored by Angel Bat Dawid, is dedicated to empowering Black women artists. It provides access to TBR's creative space, a vibrant community, valuable resources, and an extensive network of mentorship opportunities. The residency encourages artists to explore their work through the unique lens of Black womanhood, fostering deep exploration of identity, creativity, and expression.

The goal of the residency isn’t just project completion—it's about cultivating a nurturing environment where Black female artists can truly thrive!

All proceeds of this event go to supporting the Bloom Residency Program as an extension of TBR

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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Feb
16

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop
Feb
9

Fonce’s Beginners Sewing Class -Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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TBR Coworking KickOff - Reintroducing Cafe Noire and The Grant Party
Jan
28

TBR Coworking KickOff - Reintroducing Cafe Noire and The Grant Party

Join us for an exciting evening of community, creativity, and connection at The.BlkRoom Now!

Join us at The Black Room on January 28th as we reintroduce and kick off two of our dynamic programs — The Grant Party and Café Noir. While these are individual, monthly events, January is special: we’re bringing them together to open the year with intention.

Come co-work, connect, and learn more about the funding landscape alongside fellow creatives in a shared, supportive space. Pull up, settle in, and keep an eye out for what’s coming next.

TBR Cafe Noire Late night Coworking -

The.BlkRoom Now Presents Cafe Noir! The first-ever late-night Co-working and Vinyl Set Session on the West Side!

We invite our audience to come through to our space every last Wednesday of the Month from 4pm - 8pm for Late-night co-working, treats, and LOFI Vinyl Set! Come and bring your laptop and enjoy good vibes and an organic way to connect with other artists and creatives in the community.

All Donation-based RSVPS go to The.BlkRooms Necessary Operations to keep our doors and programs open!

This sessions vinyl set will be presented by DJ John West!

The Grant Party by TooCreative -

Grant Party is a creative work session + resource hub + vibe check designed to help YOU secure the funding you need to bring your projects to life. Whether it’s for an art installation, community event, album release, or your next big idea—this is the space to get it DONE.

Curated by TBR Bloom Resident Eva Supreme and her organization TooCreativeHQ.

PARKING/ENTRANCE

Free parking is located behind the building. You will see signs for the Chicago Tool Library (located in the same building as The.BlkRoom). They also share a lot. Park your car in the lot and enter through the blue door with the yellow sign. Someone from the TBR should be there to greet you upon arrival, but if not hang right toward the door just past the tool library and follow the signs for TBR. You walk up the stairs to suite 204.

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INDIE Headshot Party
Jan
17

INDIE Headshot Party

Indie Headshot Party is a Chicago-based social networking event designed for independent artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs ready to elevate their brand. Hosted by SharmonJarmon!, this experience brings community and strategy together by offering free professional headshots, industry resources, and branding insights tailored to artists navigating today's creative economy.

Headshots will be captured by @thoughtpoet77, ensuring high-quality visuals that reflect your authentic creative identity. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with like-minded creatives, exchange resources, and gain practical tools to strengthen their personal and professional presence.

The event takes place on the West Side of Chicago at The Blk Room (address provided to ticket holders only), creating an intentional, intimate space for collaboration and growth.

Powered by Strawberry Red Entertainment and supported by @srecreates and @the.blkroom

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Dec
29

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Chiville ‘ 25
Dec
23

Chiville ‘ 25

I'm beyond grateful to bring back our second annual toy drive. Thank you@the.blkroom for letting us collaborate a second year in a row. Using our gifts to give back to the children of Chicago is huge for us.

Please join us this year to laugh, karaoke, drink coco, and create memories. Please RSVP with the links in our bio!

When: Tuesday, December 23 6PM

Where: @theblkroom

Cost: Free (Please bring a toy!)

Performers: MY FRIENDS

@camila_.isabel | @indigoesblues | @oxvy.moron and special guest @grayson.nye

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Dec
22

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Dec
20

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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MIDNIGHT - Presented by Enemy of the Radio
Dec
19

MIDNIGHT - Presented by Enemy of the Radio

Enemy of the Radio is alive! A new token live and in color at The Blkroom.

MIDNIGHT

Date: December 19th, 2025

Time: 9:00PM-MIDNIGHT

Location: 4015 W Carroll Ave

You are invited to the live debut of The Enemy of the Radio at the Blkroom. Your only task as a witness is to bring a new enemy along.

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ELEVEN:TWENTY:NINE
Nov
29

ELEVEN:TWENTY:NINE

Enemy of the Radio is alive! A new token live and in color at The.Blkroom.

ELEVEN:TWENTY:NINE

Date: November 29. 2025

Time: 8:30-11:29PM

Location: 4015 W Carroll Ave

Enemy of the Radio is alive! A new token live and in color at The Blkroom. Your only task as a witness is to look cool and bring a new enemy along.

Light refreshments will be served and BYOB!

Accompanied with a pre-show screening of Tokens past and special footage. So bring ya ass on time!

15% of ticket sales will be committed to struggles to free Sudan, Palestine, aid Jamaica, and combat food insecurtiy in our neighborhood.

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TBR BlkFriday Gala - First Annual Fundraiser
Nov
28

TBR BlkFriday Gala - First Annual Fundraiser

Join us as we celebrate the close of The BlkRoom’s 2025 programming cycle and look ahead to an exciting 2026! This elegant cocktail-style evening offers a special opportunity to reflect on our impact, engage with our vibrant community, and support our future initiatives.

This evening is designed to strengthen relationships with supporters, stakeholders, and donors while raising vital funds. Our goal is to raise $25,000 in General Operations to ensure the sustainability of our space and programs into 2026.

Event Details:

Date: November 28th, 2025

Time: 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Afterparty 10:00PM - till

Location: The.BlkRoom - 4015 W Carroll, Unit 204

Evening Highlights:

  • Food and Open Bar

  • Interactive Art Activation

  • Live Performances and Showcases

  • Gallery Walk and Art Showcase

  • Multimedia presentation

  • Exciting raffle opportunities

Your presence and support will help us continue to grow and serve our community. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Nov
24

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

New TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Nov
20

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

New TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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DA HOMIES DROPPED: LIVE SHOWCASE!
Nov
16

DA HOMIES DROPPED: LIVE SHOWCASE!

We’re shedding light on Chicago artistry once again with DA HOMIES DROPPED LIVE showcase!

Brought to you by DA’LIGHTBEAM, this show will give you and your favorite artists (whether you know em or not) space to network, enjoy performances, cyphers, and more! Come one come all to commune and celebrate music in all its essence.

THEME: Wear yo favorite Chicago brands! If you wanna know the vibes of the show take a listen to DA HOMIES DROPPED Playlist, linked below .. or above, idk.

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Nov
13

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

New TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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The Bridge At The.BlkRoom
Nov
4

The Bridge At The.BlkRoom

In collaboration with The Bridge, we present: Olula Negre, Lenard Simpson, Kheira Guevara & Erwan Feubissie-Tientcheu

For 12 years, The Bridge has been an exchange program for creative and improvised music, bringing French and Chicagoan musicians together on both sides of the Atlantic. As part of The Bridge #2.8 ensembles Midwest tour, The Bridge is partnering with The Blk Room to offer a musical event and exchange focused on improvisation and intercultural encounters between two musicians immersed in the Chicago music scene and two visiting French musicians: olula negre on cello, Lenard Simpson on alto saxophone, Kheira Guevara on vocals, and Erwan Feubissie-Tientcheu on percussion.

The.BlkRoom - 4015 W Carroll, Chicago IL 60623

6 pm - 8 pm


Olula Negre, Lenard Simpson, Kheira Guevara & Erwan Feubissie-Tientcheu

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Oct
28

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

New TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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Glow Healing In Pink
Oct
18

Glow Healing In Pink

Healing in Pink is more than an event it’s a space created for women to step away from the noise, connect with community, and feel renewed, awakened, and supported. Step into your power and be fully in control of your nervous system.

The evening will feature:

• Pilates workout

• Reiki and sound bowl healing by Golden Luxelle

• Guided journaling and breathing workshop

• Refreshments and snack bar • Massage Station

• Community & connections

• Permanent jewelry for the first 15 ticket holders

• Inspiring guest speaker, a breast cancer survivor.

While we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the heart of Healing in Pink is the community of healing a collective experience where women leave feeling balanced, seen, and restored.

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Afro x Khaos x The Blk Room Presents  - 'Sinners' Halloween Bash
Oct
17

Afro x Khaos x The Blk Room Presents - 'Sinners' Halloween Bash

🎉 Afro x Khaos x The Blk Room Presents 🎉*

🗓 Date:** October 17, 2023

🕘 Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

📍 Location: The.BlkRoom

Come dressed to impress or just vibe with us—$5 with costume, $10 no costume!*

Event Highlights:

Live Performances by **John West**, **TheeTrailDraggerz**, **DJ Zuni**, **Low Life**

Engaging community discussions

A night of music, mystery, and celebration

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Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom
Oct
16

Café Noir: Late Night Co-Wroking Sessions Presented by The.BlkRoom

The.BlkRoom Now Presents Cafe Noir! The First ever late night Co-working and Vinyl Set Session on the West Side!

We invite our audience to come through to our space every third Thursday of the Month from 6 pm - 9pm for Late-night co-working, treats, and LOFI Vinyl Set! Come and bring your laptop and enjoy good vibes and an organic way to connect with other artists and creatives in the community.

All Donation-based RSVPS go to The.BlkRooms Necessary Operations to keep our doors and programs open!

This sessions vinyl set will be presented by DJ John West!

PARKING/ENTRANCE

Free parking is located behind the building. You will see signs for the Chicago Tool Library (located in the same building as The.BlkRoom). They also share a lot. Park your car in the lot and enter through the blue door with the yellow sign. Someone from the TBR should be there to greet you upon arrival, but if not hang right toward the door just past the tool library and follow the signs for TBR. You walk up the stairs to suite 204.

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Fonce’s Small Group Workshop
Oct
13
to Oct 28

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

Fonce’s Small Group Workshop

New TBR Member Tiana Marshaé and her business, Fonce, will host a workshop twice a month. Foncé will host group DIY themed sewing classes where we create small projects. Patterns will be provided as these classes are beginner-friendly.


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AfroFuturist Weekend 10 Day 1: @ at The.BlkRoom | The Diaspora and Community Building.
Oct
1

AfroFuturist Weekend 10 Day 1: @ at The.BlkRoom | The Diaspora and Community Building.

In Partnership with Elastic Arts AfroFuturist Weekend and The Goodman Theater, we present short performances/presentations by participants in our Dark Matter Residency, plus an open community discussion on Diasporic Inclusion & Community Building curated by Lola Ogbara & Andres L. Hernandez of Two Halves, Dark Matter Residents, The.BlkRoom founder, and other artists.

Join Elastic Arts for their FREE Afrofuturist Weekend 10! This 5-day event kicks off on Wednesday, October 1st at The.BlkRoom (4015 W Carroll Ave), with performances from Elastic’s Dark Matter Residents, a panel discussion, a visual art installation, a DJ, and healthy food prepared by some of Elastic’s Dark Matter Residents. October 2-5 the celebration continues at Elastic Arts (3429 W Diversey Ave) with forward-looking music, art, and performance that envisions radically positive futures for Black people. Deploying new technologies, drawing upon history, and subverting/inverting exploitative hierarchies, Afrofuturism puts Black people at the center of narratives about the future.

There will be performances, visual art installations, video presentations, panel discussions, and immersive experiences meant to generate a call to action to realize these visions.

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL!

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