"Join us for the 9th Annual Small Business Saturday 🎉 in Chicago’s historic Bronzeville neighborhood! Sponsored by American Express. Discover unique local shops, family activities, and holiday cheer on November 30, 2024. 3521 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60653. 9 am until 5 pm. Free rear lot parking. Support small businesses and celebrate the season with us! 🎄🛍️" Shop Small Business Chicago. Small Business Saturday Chicago #Bronzeville holiday shopping #Support local businesses Chicago #Bronzeville Small Business Saturday #Family-friendly shopping events Chicago #Holiday shopping Bronzeville Chicago #Chicago small business events #Local shopping events in Chicago

FAM Entertainment Theater Company, presents an afternoon of poetic brilliance and wordplay. "Not Like Us: Open Mic on Sunday July 21, 2024. Share your verse, weave your tales, and let your creativity blossom! Whether you're a seasoned poet or a newcomer, join us to witness the power of poetry in action. Let your imagination soar. 3521 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60653. $10 per person.

Join us for Bronzeville Summer Nights at Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop! Enjoy live music, creative workshops, unique shopping, and Adult Game Night. Discover local treasures and unwind with art, music, and community vibes on Friday July 12, 2024 from 5 pm to 9 pm.

Bronzeville’s 2024 Juneteenth Celebration: We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you to attend the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, "Unity Rising: Celebrating Freedom, Heritage, and Community Empowerment"

Saturday June 15, 2024 from 11 am to 5 pm.

It promises to be an unforgettably positive experience hosted by Absolutely Anything Essential, The Black Star Project, State Representative Kam Buckner, FAM Entertainment Theater Company, My Block My Hood My City, The BudBilliken Parade, The Chicago Defender Charities, Oak Street Health, Bronzeville Black Metropolis, ME Marketplace, Emma & Home, N' Her Element, De VegiNsta, more fabulous businesses themed around the spirit of freedom, unity, and community empowerment.

This year, our village themed community event will highlight youth and adult creative artists as well as local small businesses with a lot of fun and educational activities. We will feature an array of performances, including live music, dance, spoken word, and more, showcasing the talent and diversity of our community.

On Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 1 pm to 4 pm, at 3509 through 3521 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60653. The Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop, The Black Star Project as well as This is Life, NFP will team up to create a unique day celebrating the spirit of family, fun, entertainment, excitement and education for the 3rd year.

This is Life, NFP our returning key sponsor who will distribute over 100 coats, candy and essential items as well as provide 50 free hair cuts for Youth. You may have seen the This Is Life Organization on the move in Illinois as well as in the Georgia regions pouring in to youth of all ages, encouraging the arts.

A separate registration is needed to receive the complimentary coat for your youth. https://www.thisislifechi.org/

Women and Health. Ladies I invite you out next Sunday 8/20/23 from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm central time for a day of inspiration as we join together to TAKE CHARGE of our JOURNEY at the Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop located at 3521 S King Dr in Chicago’s Bronzeville community for ElevateHER
hosted by health coach Rhonda Thomas and special guests.

1. Participate in stress management activities.

2. Discover health hacks.

3. Enjoy movement + Fitness Boosters.

4. Try tasty appetizers and more…

RSVP here. http://Rhonsway.com/ElevateHER

Funtime is happening this Summer and Bronzeville Summer Nights is back in 2023!

And we are Trolley Stop #3.

Come out and enjoy live and in-person DJ Malik Shabazz spinning old school House Music as well as Old School Songs you would play in the house.

Network with business owners and service providers.

Shop with highlighted vendors including Liquid Dyet and local entrepreneurs.

Taste delicious bites and treats while supporting the Bronzeville Community.

Eat, Shop, & explore Making Candles, Body Scrubs, Adult Inspiration Keepsakes and Coloring for Adults.

Hosted by: State Representative Kam Buckner, Absolutely Anything Essential LLC., Liquid Dyet

Bronzeville's Friday Night Live Open Mic Night hosted by FAM Entertainment Theater Company for those who love positive vibes only. Focusing on Achievement and Motivation through Entertainment in Chicago. March 24, 2023 theme is Women related. Tickets are $10 and can be found on eventbrite.

The Grown Woman Tales: Planting Your Seed is a Chicago bonding event for women over 30 connecting to hear and tell stories based on the theme hosted at the Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop.

For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-grown-woman-tales-planting-your-seed-2022-tickets-291563944607