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❓How did Chicago get its name?
November 25, 2024 · —Sidney Madden
In this weekend’s local lookalike contests, Chicagoans who resemble K-pop star Jungkook and “Stranger Things” actor Joe Keery came out to compete. Not bad for Chicago fans waiting for BTS to reunite and for the final season of the hit Netflix show to come out …
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What is really satisfying about contributing to mutual aid ... is you are as close as possible to the issue and to the people who are most affected.
Chicago Mutual Aid 101
It’s the season for giving back, so consider mutual aid. One organizer shares where to find networks in Chicago and why it can make you feel more connected to your community. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Will UChicago Host Scholars From Gaza?
As part of the agreement to end the pro-Palestinian encampment on campus in the spring, the university said it would host scholars from Gaza affected by violence. Months later, student and faculty activists say the university is going back on its word. University officials say they’ve made an effort and one scholar from the West Bank is currently on campus. [WBEZ]
- Encampments popped up at colleges across the city in the spring. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Controversial Quantum Computing Campus
City Council’s zoning committee is set to consider a multibillion-dollar project to turn the former South Works steel mill into a quantum park. Some residents shared concerns last week about the speed of the city’s review process and whether the developer would sign a community benefits agreement. [Block Club]
Blue Man Group to Take Final Bow
Get your tickets to see the bald-headed, blue-painted performers! After almost 30 years at Briar Street Theatre in Lakeview, the Blue Man Group’s final show will be Jan. 5. [WTTW]
Native American Heritage Month Quiz
As Native American Heritage Month wraps up, we’re sharing a special trivia quiz to see how well you know local Native history.
Chicago’s name is derived from the Miami–Illinois word, “shikaakwa.” What does that mean?
- “Big shoulders”
- “City in a garden”
- “Striped skunk” or “onion”
- “The Second City”
BONUS: Where can you learn more about Native American history in Chicago?
What To Do
Monday, Nov. 25
- Give ‘N Peace Volunteer ☮️ Englewood | 1–4 p.m., 4–8 p.m. | Free
- Spanish Winemaking 🍷 Avondale | 5–7 p.m. | $21
- Gratitude Trees Kids Craft 🌳 Near North Side | Noon to 8 p.m. | Free
- Free Monday Show 🎶 West Town | 9 p.m. | Free
Tuesday, Nov. 26
- Fitness Hike 🚶 Willow Springs | 10 a.m. | Free
- American Indian & Indigenous Studies Collection Tour 👀 Newberry Library | 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Join waitlist
- Dogma 🎶 West Loop | 6 p.m. | $27+
- Kids Turkey Shoot 🏀 Near West Side | 7:15 p.m. | $2
- “Moana 2” | Hyde Park | Varies | $6+
If any of you are going on this four-year world cruise, I hope you don’t get seasick.
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