Learn, Apply, Win: The Entrepreneur Midweek Motivation Session on Grants & RFPs

Hands-On Business Empowerment Workshop & Networking
Hosted at Absolutely Anything Essential | Facilitated by South Side Consulting

Why You Must Attend

Midweek is the perfect time to re-energize, reset, and refocus your business goals. This session is designed to give entrepreneurs and small business owners the practical tools and motivation to finish the year strong while preparing to dominate 2026.

Experience Art After Dark in Bronzeville on September 12, 2025! 5 pm to 8 pm. Join us at 3521 S. King Drive for a vibrant 21+ evening with live jazz, local artists, artisan vendors, drinks, and live Vision Board creations. Discover an unforgettable vision creating night. Free entry. Vendors welcome to apply. Don’t miss this premier Chicago end of summer art event! Hosted by FAM Entertainment Theater and Absolutely Anything Essential

Experience Art After Dark in Bronzeville on July 18, 2025! 5 pm to 9 pm. Join us at 3521 S. King Drive for a vibrant 21+ evening with live jazz, local artists, artisan vendors, food, drinks, and live art creation. Discover the best of Chicago’s art scene in one unforgettable night. Free entry. Vendors welcome. Don’t miss this premier Chicago summer art event! Hosted by FAM Entertainment Theater.

Love is Lit Chicago: Bath and Body Werkz Saturday Edition.  Make your own soaps, body scrubs or lip balms. Perfect as a pre-valentines day experience. Classes are held at 3 pm and 6 pm. Absolutely Anything Essential, is located at 3521 S. King Drive.  Chicago, IL  60653.  Email Absolutely Anything Essential for more information and to book your Saturday class.

Love is Lit Chicago: Bath and Body Werkz Edition.  Make your own soaps, body scrubs or lip balms. Perfect as a pre-valentines day experience. Classes are held at 3 pm and 6 pm. Absolutely Anything Essential, is located at 3521 S. King Drive.  Chicago, IL  60653.  Email Absolutely Anything Essential for more information and to book your class.

Love is Lit Chicago: Bath and Body Werkz Edition.  Make your own soaps, body scrubs or lip balms. Perfect as a pre-valentines day experience. Classes are held at 11 am, 3 pm and 6 pm. Absolutely Anything Essential, is located at 3521 S. King Drive.  Chicago, IL  60653.  Email Absolutely Anything Essential for more information and to book your class.

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.

Embark on a heartwarming journey of connection and shared dreams at our exclusive Love is Lit: Create Together Couples-only Vision Board Meetup on Friday, February 9, 2024.

Ignite the sparks of creativity and togetherness as couples gather for an intimate evening of envisioning their future together. Against the backdrop of soft lights and romantic ambiance, each couple will craft a unique vision board, merging individual aspirations into a collective tapestry of shared goals, aspirations, and cherished moments.

We provide every thing you need for this special event which promises to deepen bonds, ignite conversations, and set the stage for a future filled with love and aligned ambitions.

Join us for an enchanting evening of creativity, connection, and the celebration of love as you craft a visual testament to your shared journey ahead.

Tickets must be purchased in advance.  Text Couples Vision Board to 312.835.2771 ro reserve your seats by February 7, 2024.

Free rear lot parking. BYOB of wine welcome. Positive vibes only. 

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

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

Business Networking February 2020. Join entrepreneurs and business owners from the Chicago land area for an evening of valuing yourself and others through business building and  mentor ship. This monthly wine inspired networking mixer near the McCormick Place is for those wanting more out of their business, their hobby, their career, their family legacy or just want to hang in a positive vibe only atmosphere.

Business Networking 2020. Join me for an evening of valuing  yourself and others through business building and  mentor ship. This wine inspired networking mixer near the McCormick Place is for those wanting more out of their business, their hobby, their career, their family legacy or just want to hang in a positive vibe only atmosphere.

Flash Discount Deal (Click for discount link)

Turn that Can't into Can! 

Turn that Can't into Can! 

Bronzeville Holiday Social & Networking Mixer: Adults Only

The Grown Woman Tales III for Boss Babes

The Grown Woman Tales II:  For the Sassy Sista

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.