For one afternoon, Illinois Holocaust Museum &amp; Education Center brings together leading voices in literature, journalism, global affairs, civic life, and Holocaust memory for a landmark symposium on freedom, democracy, and America’s future.
Featured voices include Isabel Wilkerson, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Warmth of Other Suns and Caste; Jelani Cobb, dean of Columbia Journalism School and staff writer at The New Yorker; Leslie Vinjamuri, Ph.D., president and CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs; Verneé Green, CEO of Mikva Challenge; Maria Hinojosa, award-winning journalist and founder of Futuro Media; and Elisha Wiesel, chairman of The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity and Son of Nobel Laureate, Elie Wiesel.
In January 1941, as Germany occupied much of Europe and the United States stood at the edge of war, President Franklin D. Roosevelt named four freedoms he believed could define a more humane world: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. Eighty-five years later, inside a museum built on the evidence of what happens when freedom collapses, those ideals return not as settled promises but as living responsibilities. What does freedom require now?
The symposium opens with Wilkerson, whose keynote examines dignity, hierarchy, and the forces that determine who has been protected by freedom, who has been denied it, and why. Cobb, Vinjamuri, and Green then join Museum CEO Bernard Cherkasov for a national panel on the free press, global accountability, civic participation, and the institutions democratic life cannot survive without. The afternoon closes with Hinojosa and Wiesel, in conversation with Kelley Szany, Senior Vice President of Education and Exhibitions, on Holocaust memory, inherited responsibility, and what it means to act on what history has taught us. The symposium’s themes extend into a special installation.
Word &amp; Vision: Roosevelt, Rockwell, and the Four Freedoms Address On view in the Lillian &amp; Larry Goodman Auditorium &amp; Gallery (Please note that additional Museum exhibits will be inaccessible during this program.) October 21 – December 4, 2026 The text that defined a generation meets the imagery that mobilized a nation. This featured 2026 Symposium installation pairs a preserved original of FDR’s Four Freedoms speech with Norman Rockwell’s iconic 1943 posters – translating Roosevelt’s ideals into images that reached every American home. On loan from anonymous client of Seth Kaller, Inc.
A reception will precede the event, starting at 2:30 PM.
Registration required
Non-Member/Member: $10.00/session

Local Event: NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM A World Made Possible – The Four Freedoms at America’s 250th

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Skokie

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NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM A World Made Possible – The...

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NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM A World Made Possible – The Four Freedoms at America’s 250th

Illinois Holocaust Museum

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Evanston

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Niles-Morton Grove

Lincoln Square

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

Winnetka-Glencoe

Park Ridge

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Northbrook

Sabor A Café Niles - Steakhouse & Live Music Venue

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where it merged with jazz in the early 1900s. From Yiddish folk and theater songs to rollicking dance music, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has been reinventing the tradition since 1983 with warmth and humor.
"Klezmer Night" is a concert featuring Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and Friends. It is always a new show with fresh repertoire and guest musicians. This concert includes Jewish humorist Jeffry Mallow.&nbsp;
Monthly Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!
Wednesday, October 14th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sabor a Café, 6873 N. Milwaukee in Niles
Discover a warm and inviting contemporary setting—perfect for date night or a night out with friends and family. Enjoy your dinner before the show or during the performance. You can come for a sumptuous meal or just for drinks.
<a href="https://www.klezmerband.com/klezmer-night-at-sabor-a-cafe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more about Klezmer Night here.</a>
About Maxwell Street Klezmer Band:&nbsp;
Founded in 1983 by Lori Lippitz, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has played at Carnegie Hall, toured Europe, and provided the soundtrack for Chicagoland’s Jewish celebrations for over 4 decades. The band marked its 40th “Bandiversary” at The Old Town School of Folk Music in 2023. The group is releasing a new live album as well as an educational band book series in 2026.&nbsp; 
Reservations recommended: Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://saboracafeniles.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">saboracafeniles.com</a>&nbsp;to make reservations online.
Photo credit: David Girson

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Local Event: "Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and Friends

"Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer...

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where...

"Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band and Friends

Heaven Meets Earth Yoga

Step into the power of frequency with this immersive certification course led by Jana Scalzitti and Lisa Fairmouth Weber. You will explore the fundamentals of sound therapy, history, and theory while gaining the skills to use sound as a tool for relaxation and well-being. No prior experience or instruments are necessary to join, and all instruments will be provided for practice and purchase.

Local Event: Infinite Resonance Sacred Sound Practitioner Certification

Infinite Resonance Sacred Sound Practitioner...

Step into the power of frequency with this immersive certification course led by Jana Scalzitti and Lisa Fairmouth Weber. You...

Infinite Resonance Sacred Sound Practitioner Certification

1521 S. Linn White Dr., Northerly Island, Chicago, IL 60605

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of movement, music, mindfulness and connection.
Move alongside leading instructors. Discover fresh ways to feel your best. Recharge by the lake, connect with your people and close out the day with a live sunset performance by Elderbrook.
This isn’t wellness as usual. It’s immersive, energizing and meant to be experienced out loud—together.
AND THAT’S JUST THE BEGINNING.

For more information, <a href="https://speakeasygo.com/the-wellness-retreat/the-wellness-retreat-chicago?eid=EVE-I2830I" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>

(Photo Credit: © 2026 The Wellness Retreat. All rights reserved.)

Local Event: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

Chicago

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind,...

FEATURING ELDERBROOK LIVE AT SUNSET
The Wellness Retreat is taking over Chicago’s Northerly Island for one unforgettable day of...

The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet

Morgan MFG

Shop, sip &amp;&nbsp;eat with 115+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market at Morgan MFG&nbsp;(401 N. Morgan St., Chicago)&nbsp;in Fulton Market this Sun, Oct 18, 2026 (11am-5pm). Get tix in advance &amp; save: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets-fulton-market</a>
This curated INDOOR Sunday market celebrates the ingenuity of independently owned, small businesses who channel their passions into creating one-of-a-kind designs, home goods, art and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Get tickets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/tickets</a>
EVENT DETAILS:
* Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
* Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Venue: Morgan MFG – 401 N. Morgan St., Chicago, IL 60642
* Cost: $8 General Admission ($10 at door) | 4 for $20 for groups (online in advance) | Deluxe CAM Tote + Gen Adm $10
Kids &lt;12 are free | Dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved only)
TICKETS: <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets</a>
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS:
* 115+ Chicago/Midwest artisans per market in food, fashion, home goods, &amp; art at each market.
* We offer bistro seating, plated food &amp; a fully stocked bar selling cocktails, wine &amp; beer so you can relax &amp; re-connect with friends, family &amp; co-workers.
* Food: Shop gourmet food items including pastries and confections, chocolate &amp; candy, sauces &amp; spices, healthy snacks, cocktail mixers, beverages, &amp; more.
* Fashion: Meet &amp; shop top clothing, jewelry, handbag, accessories designers
* Home Goods: Discover items showcasing smart design in home decor, bath &amp; body, natural skincare &amp; more.
* Decorative Art: Meet independent artists producing functional, decorative &amp; wearable art.
“Every time a bell rings, a small business gets its wings.” – Chicago Artisan Market
Can't make it to Fulton Market this Sunday? The Chicago Artisan Market will be back at Morgan MFG on Sun, Nov 15th (Pre-Thanksgiving) and Sun, Dec 13th (Holiday Market).&nbsp;&nbsp;We'll&nbsp;also be in historic Ravenswood over Thanksgiving Weekend on Sat-Sun, Nov 28-29, 2026 ("Small Shop Saturday"&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Sunday). <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View our 2026 market calendar</a>
Gather &amp; re-connect with friends &amp; family , while shopping small, local, safe &amp; sustainable. <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get tickets now</a>.
About Us: We are a Chicago company based in Oak Brook, IL that has been showcasing independent artisans and small businesses for 20+ years. We operate two City markets in the vibrant <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-fulton-market" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fulton Market</a> and <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets-ravenswood" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ravenswood</a> neighborhoods. We also operate the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a> in Oak Brook, IL, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> at CityGate Centre in Naperville, IL, and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a> in Winnetka, IL and Northbrook, IL - with more locations being added.
Are you a talented Chicago or Midwest artisan looking to vend in the greater Chicago area? Learn more at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a> or apply now at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>. (Vendors - we don't charge junk fees just to fill out application online.)

Local Event: Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun, Oct 18th (Fall Market)

Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun,...

Shop, sip & eat with 115+ talented artisans at our flagship Chicago Artisan Market at Morgan MFG (401 N. Morgan St.,...

Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market - Sun, Oct 18th (Fall Market)

North Shore Country Day

Discover how North Shore Country Day’s JK–12 program gives students the personal attention, academic challenge and opportunities to discover who they are — and prepares them for wherever they go next. Join us for our annual Open House at 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 18. Tour our campus, meet our community and see what it means to be known here and ready anywhere.&nbsp;

Applicants to grades 6–12 are welcome to join their parents/guardians for the program; however, the program for grades JK–5 is intended for adults only.

<a href="https://www.nscds.org/openhouse" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REGISTER NOW</a>

Local Event: Admissions Open House for Junior Kindergarten - 12th Grade

Admissions Open House for Junior Kindergarten -...

Discover how North Shore Country Day’s JK–12 program gives students the personal attention, academic challenge and...

Admissions Open House for Junior Kindergarten - 12th Grade

Northminster Presbyterian Church

Experience a captivating afternoon of classical music presented by Evanston’s North Shore Chamber Orchestra, featuring works by Mendelssohn, Mozart, Haydn, and R. Vaughn Williams with violinist Addison Teng under the baton of conductor Peter Rosheger, in the superb acoustics of the beautiful Northminster Presbyterian Church sanctuary.&nbsp;Admission is $20, with free entry for those 18 and under and special $10 rates available for groups of 10 or more.

Local Event: North Shore Chamber Orchestra Presents When in London...Compose!

North Shore Chamber Orchestra Presents When in...

Experience a captivating afternoon of classical music presented by Evanston’s North Shore Chamber Orchestra, featuring works by...

North Shore Chamber Orchestra Presents When in London...Compose!

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago North Shore (Skokie) by IHG

Join No Shame On U for their Annual Event 2026, **Where Connection Begins: Better Together**, taking place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Holiday Inn North Shore Chicago in Skokie, Illinois. The evening begins at 7:00 PM with a dessert reception catered by Zelda’s Catering, followed by an 8:00 PM program featuring keynote speaker Ali Hearn, LCSW—a consultant, trainer, coach, and mental health advocate who will explore how we can rethink our everyday spaces to foster belonging and connection in the face of rising loneliness. Tickets are $100 per person, with sponsorship opportunities also available.

Local Event:  No Shame On U Annual Event 2026: Where Connection Begins: Better Together

 No Shame On U Annual Event 2026: Where...

 Join No Shame On U for their Annual Event 2026, **Where Connection Begins: Better Together**, taking place on Sunday, November...

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