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• Dinner at Olive Garden

  • When
    Thursday, August 14, 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    3555 W Addison St, Chicago, IL

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  We will meet this month at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, 3555 W. Addison St.

  Olive Garden is known for its expansive menu featuring traditional Italian pasta, pizza, soups, salads, and seafood.

  You can expect to spend $15–$22 plus tax, tip, and bar.

  You can reach Olive Garden by taking the #152 Addison bus to 3500 west, one stop past Kimball. There is free parking on location.

  Register online so we can get the correct size table. If you cannot attend, make sure to cancel!

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: [Mothers and Sons]

  • When
    Tuesday, August 19, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

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  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  August's selection is Mothers and Sons by Adam Haslett:

  At forty, Peter, an asylum lawyer in New York City, is overworked and isolated. He spends his days immersed in the struggles of his clients only to return to an empty apartment and occasional hook-ups with a man who wants more than Peter can give. But when the asylum case of a young gay man pierces Peter's numbness, the event that he has avoided for twenty years returns to haunt him.

  Ann, his mother, who runs a women's retreat center she founded after leaving his father, is wounded by the estrangement from Peter but cherishes the world she has built. She long ago banished from her mind the decision that divided her from her son. But as Peter’s case plunges him further into the memory of his first love and the night of violence that changed his life forever, he and his mother must confront the secret that tore them apart.

  With unsurpassed emotional depth, Mothers and Sons reveals all that is lost by looking away from the past and what might be restored by facing it. In his spellbinding new novel, Adam Haslett demonstrates yet again his mastery of “a rich assortment of literary gifts” (New York Times).

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for a discussion of this thought-provoking book.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts

  • When
    Wednesday, August 20, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

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  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at Pittsfield Cafe, just a few blocks south of the church. Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register for each event that you plan to attend.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Loop Lunch at Pittsfield Cafe

  • When
    Wednesday, August 20, 2025
  •  
    1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Pittsfield Cafe, 55 E. Washington St., Chicago IL

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  Midweek Music and Mingle

  CPT members often enhance their visit to the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts on Wednesdays with a delightful lunch at Chicago's historic Pittsfield Cafe, located at 55 E. Washington.

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great company and great food!

  Here’s what the Pittsfield Cafe promises:
  "Full of smiles and laughter, Pittsfield Cafe has been a Chicago staple since the mid-1980s, offering a warm, welcoming diner experience. From coffee and Bloody Marys to corned beef hash and homemade pies, everything is made fresh in-house."

  You’ll find the group typically arriving at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 PM—perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

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• Lunch at Waterfront Café

  • When
    Saturday, August 23, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Waterfront Café, 6219 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago IL

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  Our August lunch will be held at Waterfront Café, which is located at 6219 N. Sheridan Rd. in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood. You can find the restaurant in the heart of Berger Park, diagonally adjacent to the Berger Park Cultural Center.

  Menu items begin at $15. The restaurant offers a variety of summer salads, sausages and seafood rolls, along with beer, wine, and tropical beverages. Enjoy the cool summer breezes on the lakefront garden patio, surrounded by stunning lake and city skyline views.

  The best way to reach Waterfront Café is the #151 bus or the #147 bus to the Granville stop on North Sheridan. The restaurant is a short walk from The Granville Red Line Station. There is street parking on the side streets off North Sheridan.

  Waterfront Café has only outdoor seating is closed during inclement weather; if it is closed on August 23 due to inclement weather, we will meet at noon at Similan Thai and Sushi. Similan is located at 1123 W. Granville Ave., which is a short walk from Waterfront Café. Similan can be easily reached by taking the Red Line to the Granville station. Similan is right next to the Granville Red Line station.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts

  • When
    Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

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  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at Pittsfield Cafe, just a few blocks south of the church. Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register for each event that you plan to attend.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Loop Lunch at Pittsfield Cafe

  • When
    Wednesday, August 27, 2025
  •  
    1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Pittsfield Cafe, 55 E. Washington St., Chicago IL

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  Midweek Music and Mingle

  CPT members often enhance their visit to the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts on Wednesdays with a delightful lunch at Chicago's historic Pittsfield Cafe, located at 55 E. Washington.

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great company and great food!

  Here’s what the Pittsfield Cafe promises:
  "Full of smiles and laughter, Pittsfield Cafe has been a Chicago staple since the mid-1980s, offering a warm, welcoming diner experience. From coffee and Bloody Marys to corned beef hash and homemade pies, everything is made fresh in-house."

  You’ll find the group typically arriving at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 PM—perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

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• $1 Scones and Breakfast at A Taste of Heaven

  • When
    Thursday, August 28, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    5401 N. Clark St. Chicago, Illinois 60640

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  Breakfast Just Got Better—at A Taste of Heaven
  Start your morning with good company and great food! Enjoy $1 scones and breakfast at A Taste of Heaven (5401 N. Clark Street).

  Owner Dan McCauley shares:
  “When someone does something they love and they share it with you, it’s as if they’re giving you a piece of themselves, a part of their heart, A Taste of Heaven. Thank you for all the support you’ve given me and my staff these past 27 years. You have made my dream come true.”

  Let’s keep supporting this neighborhood gem that’s been feeding our community—body and soul—for nearly three decades.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• [Older But... Not Much Wiser!]

  • When
    Friday, August 29, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    126 E. Chestnut St., Chicago IL

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  Music by the Fountain at Fourth Presbyterian Church presents "Older But... Not Much Wiser!" featuring our very Kevin Wood, cabaret artist, with musical direction by Beckie Menzie. The church is at 126 E. Chestnut St., which is accessible from Michigan Avenue.

  No advanced tickets or reservations are required.

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! (Edgewater)

  • When
    Sunday, August 31, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  Join us for some midsummer fun at Big Chicks!

  As each month winds down, CPT members come together for a casual evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!).
  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The vibe is laid-back, with people moving around and joining different conversations throughout the evening. Sometimes the service might be a bit slow, but who minds when you’re surrounded by old friends and making new ones?

  We typically start gathering around 6 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8 PM.

  Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.
  

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• Dinner at Roscoe's

  • When
    Tuesday, September 02, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Roscoe's Tavern, 3356 N. Halsted, Chicago IL

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  Roscoe's is a great place to get a quick dinner on a weeknight. Be sure to ask your attractive server about the $5 special on Smashburgers!

  After dinner, most of us will walk across the street for OUTspoken at Sidetrack. Of course, you are welcome to join us for dinner at Roscoe's whether or not you plan to attend OUTspoken afterward.

  Please register if you plan to join us for dinner and register separately for OUTspoken if you plan to attend that as well.

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• OUTspoken at Sidetrack

  • When
    Tuesday, September 02, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack Video Bar, 3349 N. Halsted, Chicago IL

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  On the first Tuesday of each month, Sidetrack Video Bar hosts OUTspoken, an LGBTQ+ storytelling event. OUTspoken consistently features entertaining and thought-provoking stories, all of which have some gay connection.

  Some of us will meet at Roscoe's Tavern at 3356 N. Halsted for dinner at 5:30 p.m. before crossing the street to Sidetrack at around 6:30–6:45 p.m. Please register separately for dinner at Roscoe's if you plan to join us there.

  Please register online and also contact Bob to let him know whether you would like to attend dinner at Roscoe's, OUTspoken at Sidetrack, or both.
  

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts

  • When
    Wednesday, September 03, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at Pittsfield Cafe, just a few blocks south of the church. Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register for each event that you plan to attend.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Loop Lunch at Pittsfield Cafe

  • When
    Wednesday, September 03, 2025
  •  
    1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Pittsfield Cafe, 55 E. Washington St., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Midweek Music and Mingle

  CPT members often enhance their visit to the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts on Wednesdays with a delightful lunch at Chicago's historic Pittsfield Cafe, located at 55 E. Washington.

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great company and great food!

  Here’s what the Pittsfield Cafe promises:
  "Full of smiles and laughter, Pittsfield Cafe has been a Chicago staple since the mid-1980s, offering a warm, welcoming diner experience. From coffee and Bloody Marys to corned beef hash and homemade pies, everything is made fresh in-house."

  You’ll find the group typically arriving at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 PM—perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

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• Breakfast at Pancake Café

  • When
    Saturday, September 06, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    3805 N Broadway, Chicago IL

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  Join us for a Saturday breakfast in Wrigleyville!

  Pancake Café is a family-owned business that prides itself on its locally sourced ingredients, offering top-notch customer service and homemade entrees. Enjoy some award-winning corned beef hash washed down with fresh-squeezed orange juice. Their bacon is hand-cut and locally sourced from Jones Farm. Their pancake batter is made daily with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and bananas, never frozen.

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• [Hamilton] on the Big Screen

  • When
    Sunday, September 07, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Regal City North, 2600 N. Western Ave., Chicago IL

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  Experience the revolutionary musical Hamilton like never before—on the big screen with your fellow PrimeTimers! We’re heading to the Regal City North theater for a special 3:00 PM screening of Hamilton. With its thrilling music and groundbreaking storytelling, this cinematic version brings all the Broadway magic to you.

  Buy your own ticket online and choose your seat—we’ll see you inside! The film runs approximately 3 hours, with an additional 20–25 minutes of previews.

  Getting there is easy:

  • Plenty of free street parking

  • Moderately priced Regal lot parking with validation

  Post-Movie Gathering (around 6:30 PM)
  After the show, we’ll stroll (or drive) two blocks north to the Golden Nugget diner at 2800 N. Western Ave. for dinner, dessert, and a lively discussion about the film. There’s a small parking lot, plus free street parking on Western and metered parking on Diversey.

  Come for the film, stay for the conversation—and don’t throw away your shot to enjoy Hamilton with great company!

  
  

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• Lunch at Middle East Grill

  • When
    Tuesday, September 09, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Middle East Bakery & Grocery, 5200 N Clark St, Chicago IL

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  Join us at Middle East Grill (also known as Middle East Bakery & Grocery) in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood at 5200 N. Clark St. We loved this place when we visited in February, and we are due to return.

  Since 1981, Middle East Bakery & Grocery has delighted Chicagoans with healthy and simple foods from the Middle East. Starting as a small shop offering freshly baked breads and spices, Middle East Bakery & Grocery has grown over the years to include several Middle Eastern grocery items as well as a restaurant. Stop by and explore the tastes of the Middle East!  Lunch items range in price from $10–$21.

  The restaurant is located at the corner of Foster and Clark and can be reached by either the #22 bus or the #92 bus to Clark and Foster. There is very limited on-street parking.

  
  

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• September Open Social

  • When
    Sunday, September 14, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Ann Sather, 909 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL
  • Spaces left
    70

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  Join us for another evening of great food and fellowship!

  We’re excited to announce that the director and cast of Gangsta Baby—a bold, funny, and thought-provoking new play presented by Open Space Arts—will be joining us at the September Open Social of the Chicago PrimeTimers!

  The show’s award-winning director, Rikki Beadle-Blair MBE, is a UK-based writer, filmmaker, and activist known for creating groundbreaking work that centers on queer and voices. He’ll be joined by members of the talented Chicago cast for an informal meet-and-greet.

  Come enjoy great conversation, learn more about this exciting production, and help us welcome these visiting artists to Chicago!

  As always, there will be exciting door prizes! Tickets are just $1 each or six for $5, and can be purchased in advance at the CPT Store or at the door.

  When you buy your tickets, you’ll place them in the bag(s) for the prize(s) you’re most interested in winning. If you’re purchasing tickets but won’t be attending the event, just let us know which prize you’d like your entries to go toward.

  We thank the generous organizations who provided these prizes — their support helps make our events extra special!

  Doors open at 5:30 PM. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM.

  Price Structure: Ann Sather and Chicago PrimeTimers have worked together to keep the Monthly Open Social affordable at a price of only $25 per person. However, this price is available only for members who register and prepay online by the Thursday before the event. The price is $30 for all others, including nonmembers, members who pay at the door, and members who register and prepay after the Thursday before the event. 

  Your ticket includes a full buffet featuring a selection of entrées, seasonal vegetables, fresh salad, desserts, and unlimited coffee and tea — and sometimes even Ann Sather’s famous cinnamon rolls when available. Soft drink cans are available for $3, and juices and smoothies for $5. Please bring exact change for those items. 

  Do yourself a favor — save money by registering and prepaying online by Thursday, September 11!

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: [Evenings and Weekends]

  • When
    Tuesday, September 16, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

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  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  September's selection is Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna:

  London, 2019. It’s the hottest June on record, and a whale is stuck in the Thames River. In the streets of the city, four old acquaintances want more from life than they’ve been given. On the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, their paths will intersect at a party that will change their lives forever…

  Maggie, a once-hopeful artist turned waitress, is pregnant and preparing to move back to her hometown with her boyfriend and father-to-be Ed, leaving the city she loves and the life she imagined for herself.

  Ed, coasting through life as a barely competent bike courier, is ready for a new start with Maggie and their baby, if only to finally leave behind his secret past of hooking up with strange men in train station bathrooms—and his secret past with Maggie’s best friend, Phil.

  Phil, who sleepwalks through his office job and lives for the weekends, is on the brink of achieving his first real relationship with his roommate Keith. The two live in an illegal warehouse commune with other quirky creatives and idealists—the site of the party to end all parties.

  As the temperature continues to climb, Maggie, Ed, and Phil will have to confront their shared pasts, current desires, and limits of their future lives together before the weekend is over.

  Strikingly heartfelt, sexually charged, and disarmingly comic, Oisín McKenna’s addictive, page-turning debut is a mesmerizing dive into the soul of a city and a critical look at the political, emotional, and financial hurdles facing young adults trying to build lives there and often living for their evenings and weekends.

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for a discussion of this compelling book.

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• Dinner at Dapper's East

  • When
    Thursday, September 18, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Dapper's East, 2901 W. Addison St., Chicago, IL

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  September brings us to Dapper's East, a family-owned restaurant that has been serving excellent food to Chicagoans for over 30 years. You'll appreciate their best-quality food, family-friendly environment, and great service.

  You can expect to spend $15–$25 plus tax, tip, and bar.

  Dapper's East is located in the shopping mall at 2901 W. Addison St. The #152 Addison bus takes you to the door. There is free parking on site.

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• [Plainclothes] at Reeling 2025

  • When
    Friday, September 19, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema, 2828 N Clark St, Chicago IL

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  Reeling 2025, the 43^rd annual Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival, presents Plainclothes at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema, theater 7.

  In this Sundance award-winning romantic thriller set in 1990s New York, an undercover police unit is tasked with entrapping gay men cruising in restrooms. But when a closeted young officer on the squad (Tom Blyth, HUNGER GAMES) is drawn to one of his targets (Russell Tovey, LOOKING) in a sting, the two begin a highly secretive affair. As desire and duty collide, the line between justice and exploitation begins to blur, leaving both men torn between what they know to be true and what they want to be true.

  Please purchase your ticket online and also register so that we will know to look for each other.

  
  

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• SAY GAY PLAYS at About Face Theater

  • When
    Saturday, September 20, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Carruthers Center @ Northeastern Illinois University 700 E Oakwood Blvd Chicago, IL 60653

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  About Face and Silk Road Cultural Center are thrilled to announce four Chicago-based playwrights who received commissions to develop short plays for the Say Gay Plays collection. Hannah Li Epstein (AFT) Emilio Williams (AFT), Esho Rasho (Silk Road), and Lani Montreal (Silk Road). Jamil Khoury, Silk Road Cultural Center’s Founding Executive Artistic Director, stated, “In an era of state censorship, word policing, and criminalized identities, Say Gay Plays is a perfect antidote. A bold, unapologetic short plays initiative developed by NYC’s Voyage Theater that champions Queer joy, collective resilience, and personal triumph. It is an honor and privilege to partner with About Face Theatre and Northeastern Illinois University to bring to life stories that offer hope and healing in turbulent times. Florida’s Governor and state legislature be damned. We at Silk Road Cultural Center most definitely say gay!”

  Say Gay Plays is an extension of an initiative of New York City’s Voyage Theater Company and part of Goodman Theatre’s Free Acts of Theatre sponsored by DCASE.

  Tickets are free, reservations are strongly encouraged, seating is limited.

  Order your tickets here: 

  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/say-gay-plays-with-about-face-theatre-and-silk-road-cultural-center-tickets-1513977169469?aff=oddtdtcreator
  

  
  

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• GANGSTA BABY at Open Space Arts

  • When
    Sunday, September 21, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    1411 WEST WILSLON, CHICAGO

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  Open Space Arts Presents the American Premiere of the London Pub-Theatre Hit GANGSTA BABY in September-October 2025

  
  

  Open Space Arts is thrilled to co-produce the American premiere of GANGSTA BABY, a powerful,  semi-autobiographical drama from London. Directed by the renowned UK artist Rikki Beadle-Blair (MBE), GANGSTA BABY will run at Open Space Arts from September 19 to October 5, 2025, in our intimate 25-seat theatre at 1411 W. Wilson Avenue.

  
  

  Written and performed by Cameron Raasdal-Munro, GANGSTA BABY tells the gripping story of Junior, a young gay sex worker living in the working-class city of Hastings, UK, and his complex relationship with his homophobic gangster father. The play explores urgent and often overlooked issues such as sex work, addiction, classism, and internalized homophobia, all through the lens of queer identity and masculinity.

  
  

  After a successful run at London’s Hope Theatre, GANGSTA BABY won numerous accolades, including "Fringe Show of the Year" and "Best Male Performer of the Year" for Raasdal-Munro’s powerful portrayal of Junior. Critics have praised the play for its raw honesty and its unflinching exploration of life on the margins, particularly for queer individuals in working-class environments.

  
  

  This American premiere, featuring a Chicago-based cast alongside Raasdal-Munro, will bring this hard-hitting, socially important piece of theatre to a new audience. Co-producer G. Riley Mills said, “Chicago’s stages have long been home to fearless storytelling, making it the ideal home for a narrative that pushes boundaries and challenges societal norms. We’re honored to bring GANGSTA BABY to a city that values bravery and creativity.”

  
  

  Tickets are $30 general admission, or $25 for students and seniors.

  
  

  Please Note: Your ticket is not confirmed until you have completed a purchase directly from the theater. https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/GANGSTA-BABY

  
  

  Don’t miss this remarkable production in one of Chicago’s most unique venues.

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• [Perro Perro] at Reeling 2025

  • When
    Monday, September 22, 2025
  •  
    8:45 PM - 10:45 PM
  • Location
    Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema, 2828 N Clark St, Chicago IL

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  Reeling 2025, the 43^rd annual Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival, presents Perro Perro at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema, theater 4.

  Director Marco Berger (THE ASTRONAUT LOVERS) is back with another provocative, whimsical exploration of flirtatious desire and the dangers of getting too attached – a surreal tale that positions some men as literal dogs. Like last year’s festival hit, this film is filled with heady conversations that ask questions about sexuality and exploration through the unique framing device of a man’s attraction to another man who behaves like a stray dog left behind on vacation. Juan takes in his new, wayward companion, feeds him, bathes him, and eventually allows him in the house and into his bed, all to the chagrin of his partner, who warns that he is getting too attached. As Juan falls in love, his fellow vacationers push back and encourage him to think rationally, challenging his assertions that this stray can become a part of the group.

  Please purchase your ticket online and also register so that we will know to look for each other.

  
  

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• 40 Years of Windy City Times at Sidetrack

  • When
    Thursday, September 25, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack, 3351 N Halsted St, Chicago IL

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  You're Invited to an Unforgettable Night at Sidetrack!

  Join us as we celebrate 40 incredible years of Windy City Times, a legacy of voices and community storytelling! This is more than just a party; it’s a milestone moment, and you are at the heart of it.

  Space is limited, get tickets now: https://bit.ly/4lhKlZt

  Expect great vibes, amazing memories, and a night full of energy with:

  • Hosted by the dynamic Anna DeShawn
  • Beats by the legendary Lori Branch and Vitigrrl
  • Delicious bites from Taylor’s Tacos

  Raise a glass with us, dance the night away, and help us kick off the next 40 years in style. This celebration won’t be the same without you!

  BONUS: Own your history! An incredible 1TB USB flash drive with: First 15 years of Windy City Times in searchable PDFs, plus the complete runs of Outlines, BLACKlines, En La Vida, and Identity. Available now through Sept. 25 for $300 special offer.

  • 40 Students & Seniors tickets available at $40 level (plus fees)
  • 160 General Admission tickets available at $140 level (plus fees)
  • SPECIAL OFFER: $300 1TB flash drive—“own your history” (160 available)

  Can't attend, make a donation here:
  https://windy-city-times.fundjournalism.org/donate/

  
  

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! (Edgewater)

  • When
    Sunday, September 28, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  Join us for some late summer fun at Big Chicks!

  As each month winds down, CPT members come together for a casual evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!).
  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The vibe is laid-back, with people moving around and joining different conversations throughout the evening. Sometimes the service might be a bit slow, but who minds when you’re surrounded by old friends and making new ones?

  We typically start gathering around 6 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8 PM.

  Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.
  

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• Dinner at Jorge Taco Y Burrito House

  • When
    Monday, September 29, 2025
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    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    1548 W Fullerton Ave

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  Looking for a bite before the film UNSPOKEN at Facets?

  A great place to eat before a film at FACETS is Jorge's Taco Y Burrito House (1548 W Fullerton Ave). Just steps away, this cozy spot serves up some of the best tacos and burritos in Chicago—with fresh ingredients, fast service, and flavors that keep fans coming back. Don’t miss the drinkable salsa or the gooey steak burritos that guests call “perfection.”

  Whether you're heading to a screening or just in the neighborhood, you’re always welcome at Jorge's!

  
  

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• UNSPOKEN, a new gay film from OSA at Facets

  • When
    Monday, September 29, 2025
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    FACETS. 1517 W FULLERTON

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  Join CPT for a Special Film Night at Facets!

  Don’t miss the Chicago premiere of Unspoken, a powerful new gay film presented by the Queer Expression Film Fest sponsored by Open Space Arts. After the screening, stay for a lively discussion and social gathering in the Facets lounge.

  Unspoken follows Noam, a closeted teenager in a deeply religious community who stumbles upon a hidden love letter written to his grandfather—by another man, before the Holocaust. Driven by curiosity and longing, Noam sets out to uncover the truth about his grandfather’s past and, ultimately, his own identity.

  In an era marked by rising antisemitism and Holocaust denial, Unspoken resonates deeply. This moving coming-of-age story features strong performances, thoughtful writing, and emotional twists that make it both timely and timeless.

  Location:
  Facets, 1517 W. Fullerton (just west of DePaul)
  Accessible by the Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple Line stop, or the Ashland and Fullerton buses. Street parking is usually available.

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  Enjoy cocktails and classic movie snacks before the screening and during the post-film conversation.

  Note:
  These exclusive Queer Expression selections are not available on streaming platforms. Past premieres—like Sebastian, Queen Tut, Horseplay, and Eismayer—only became available to stream well after their in-person debuts.

  https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/UNSPOKEN

  Your reservation is only confirmed once you purchase tickets directly from Open Space Arts. Tickets are not available through Facets. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door on the night of the screening, but advance purchase is strongly recommended.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PrimeTimers® Worldwide Biennial Convention (Omaha)

  • Start
    Thursday, October 09, 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    Monday, October 13, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Embassy Suites, 555 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE

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  The PrimeTimers® Worldwide Biennial Convention will be held in Omaha, Nebraska, October 9–13, 2025. The host hotel, Embassy Suites, is just across the street from the Old Market District, which is a hotspot for dining, sightseeing, and nightlife. PTWW has scheduled a plethora of recreational and educational activities throughout the convention.

  Visit the official PTWW convention web site to register and pay online or by mail. You must register with PTWW before your hotel room is reserved.

  Our very own Frank G. has volunteered to act as the point person for CPT. Please contact Frank if you plan to attend the convention so that he can help attendees get in touch with one another. He will also try to help if you would like to attend but first need to find someone with whom to share transportation or lodging. What a guy!

  In addition, you are invited to register on this page simply to make your intention to attend the convention known to other CPT members.

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