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Bronzeville's Fall Festival for the families
Oct
28
1:00 PM13:00

Bronzeville's Fall Festival for the families

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.

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Color and Sip Experience
Jun
3
2:30 PM14:30

Color and Sip Experience

Color and Sip is a fun, interactive and memorable experience. Let the stress disappear as you hang out with some positive vibe Sistars* in a cool environment. Enjoy the ambience of good music and good wine (non-alcoholic available), have some great appetizers, as well as meet and socialize with some fab Sistars* that support other Sistars*!

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Friday Night Live Open Mic Night: Free Your Mind
Apr
28
6:00 PM18:00

Friday Night Live Open Mic Night: Free Your Mind

  • FAM Entertainment Theater Company, NFP (map)
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Join us for our upcoming BRONZEVILLE’S FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE OPEN MIC SERIES...

HOSTED BY CHICAGO'S KING OF POETRY BLAQ ICE

Come share or just come to listen to short stories, poems, songs and all talents in-between in a judgment free zone.

Sponsored by:

FAM ENTERTAINMENT THEATER, ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING ESSENTIAL GIFT SHOP AND STENCHUATED, LLC

TIME: 6PM-9PM *Doors Opan at 5:45 PM

WHERE: 3521 S KING DRIVE

*POSITIVE VIBES ONLY

CHILL ATMOSPHERE

Food and Beverages available

*AGES 23 AND UP WELCOME.

Advanced RSVP highly suggested and seats sell out quickly.

FRIDAY

4/28/23

OPEN MIC NIGHT🎤

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2018 American Express Shop Small Business Saturday at the AAE Gift Shop of Chicago
Nov
24
12:00 PM12:00

2018 American Express Shop Small Business Saturday at the AAE Gift Shop of Chicago

On Saturday November 24, 2018. The Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop of Chicago ALONG with over 25 collaborators will aim to reach over 200 community residents, entrepreneurs and representatives through collaborating with neighboring businesses, small business experts, entrepreneurs and influencers to create community building avenues which assist small business owners with attracting more customers and increase awareness.

The Shop Small Business Saturday initiative through American Express aims to provoke the audience to shop local and obtain needed services within the community in which they live, thus strengthening the local economy. This fun-filled day at the Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop in Chicago’s Bronzeville community begins at 12 pm.

We cannot do this alone. The Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop has been selected for the 3rd year as one of Chicago’s American Express Neighborhood Champions. We are asking for your participation. We want supporters of local businesses and fellow neighbors in the Bronzeville, Douglas, The Gap Community, Kenwood, South Loop and Hyde Park communities to know that you don't have to drive longer than 15 minutes to find services for you and your family as well as enjoy great shopping as well as positive and creative events. For more info call 312.238.9447

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First Friday Grand Opening
Oct
7
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday Grand Opening

  • Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop (map)
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Get out of the house and come check out our new quaint Bronzeville Gift Shop that offers a diverse and unique shopping experience with each visit. Sip wine, listen to music and take advantage of special discounts as you browse apparel, jewelry, artwork, personal care, home furnishings, accessories and other goods from the market's over 10 vendors and artists. Event ends at 10 p.m.

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