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    Thursday, February 11, 2016

    2016-02-11
    11:30 AM

    Member-only Lab. Gustavo Razzetti, Managing Director of LAPIZ, part of the Leo Burnett Group will... read more
    Member-only Lab. Gustavo Razzetti, Managing Director of LAPIZ, part of the Leo Burnett Group will lead a highly interactive session to help you... read more
    Members Only 90 Minutes Lab Leo Burnett Chicago

    Wednesday, February 17, 2016

    2016-02-17
    6:30 PM

    Music industry titan, L.A. Reid, has been discovering talent and shaping popular music for more... read more
    Music industry titan, L.A. Reid, has been discovering talent and shaping popular music for more than 25 years. An artist himself, Reid’s uncanny... read more
    60 Minutes Conversation Morningstar

    Monday, February 29, 2016

    2016-02-29
    5:30 PM

    Member-only Lab. Whether you’re looking to become a better designer, break into the Chicago real... read more
    Member-only Lab. Whether you’re looking to become a better designer, break into the Chicago real estate market or define your path for social... read more
    Members Only 120 Minutes Lab gravitytank

    Wednesday, March 16, 2016

    2016-03-16
    5:30 PM

    Member event. Mix, mingle and meet other idea-loving friends at a Chicago Ideas Member Meet-up... read more
    Member event. Mix, mingle and meet other idea-loving friends at a Chicago Ideas Member Meet-up at Bone Shaker Chicago. Former Tribune reporter and... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Broken Shaker at Freehand Hotel

    Monday, March 21, 2016

    2016-03-21
    6:30 PM

    Inequality in our country is said to be greater than ever... read more
    Inequality in our country is said to be greater than ever. The rich are getting richer and it’s nearly impossible to rise from the bottom. But what... read more
    60 Minutes Conversation Morningstar

    Thursday, April 14, 2016

    2016-04-14
    6:30 PM

    In 2008, Academy Award-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow started goop as a weekly email from her... read more
    In 2008, Academy Award-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow started goop as a weekly email from her kitchen table. Since then, goop has grown into a... read more
    60 Minutes Conversation Venue SIX10

    Wednesday, April 20, 2016

    2016-04-20
    6:30 PM

    Prolific musician, culinary entrepreneur and best-selling author Questlove brings his love of creativity and boundless... read more
    Prolific musician, culinary entrepreneur and best-selling author Questlove brings his love of creativity and boundless curiosity to the Chicago... read more
    60 Minutes Conversation Venue SIX10

    Tuesday, April 26, 2016

    2016-04-26
    11:30 AM

    Member Lab. Getting involved in a story is a great place to find inspiration and... read more
    Member Lab. Getting involved in a story is a great place to find inspiration and discover new approaches to solving problems. At this lunchtime Lab... read more
    Members Only 90 Minutes Lab SPACE

    Tuesday, May 3, 2016

    Tuesday, June 14, 2016

    Tuesday, June 28, 2016

    Friday, July 15, 2016

    2016-07-15
    11:30 AM

    Member Event. What does it take to keep former inmates out of the criminal justice system?... read more
    Member Event. What does it take to keep former inmates out of the criminal justice system? How can we stretch the minimal funding available to... read more
    Members Only 90 Minutes Guess Who's Coming to Lunch wework

    Tuesday, July 19, 2016

    2016-07-19
    4 PM

    Member event. Join Startup Institute on a walkabout to learn the history and future of... read more
    Member event. Join Startup Institute on a walkabout to learn the history and future of one of the country’s fastest growing innovation... read more
    Members Only 120 Minutes Lab Startup Institute

    Thursday, September 8, 2016

    2016-09-08
    5 PM

    Come celebrate the 2016 season with a Chicago Ideas Week preview party at MillerCoors.
    MEMBER-ONLY EVENT. Come celebrate the season with a Chicago Ideas Week preview party at MillerCoors. Join... read more
    MEMBER-ONLY EVENT. Come celebrate the season with a Chicago Ideas Week preview party at MillerCoors. Join a Community of Curiosity for beer... read more
    Members Only 120 Minutes CIW Special Event MillerCoors

    Tuesday, October 11, 2016

    2016-10-11
    10 AM

    Discover your inner-chef with the expert cooking instructors at The Chopping Block... read more
    Discover your inner-chef with the expert cooking instructors at The Chopping Block. Learn the fundamentals of knife skills, cooking and baking... read more
    150 Minutes Youth Lab The Chopping Block - Merchandise Mart
    2016-10-11
    10:30 AM

    Google is much more than a search engine—it’s changing the world... read more
    Google is much more than a search engine—it’s changing the world. Join us at the company’s brand new West Loop headquarters to discover how you... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Google, Inc.
    2016-10-11
    1 PM

    Learn the ins and outs of the court system with one of the nation’s most... read more
    Learn the ins and outs of the court system with one of the nation’s most successful trial law firms. At this CIW YOU(th) Lab, students will... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP
    2016-10-11
    4 PM

    Comedy and business have more in common than meets the eye... read more
    Comedy and business have more in common than meets the eye. At this CIW YOU(th) Lab with Comedy Sportz, students will hone their self-confidence,... read more
    180 Minutes Youth Lab CSz Business Chicago

    Wednesday, October 12, 2016

    2016-10-12
    9 AM

    If you think note-taking is boring, this CIW YOU(th) Lab will certainly change your mind... read more
    If you think note-taking is boring, this CIW YOU(th) Lab will certainly change your mind. Ink Factory’s mantra is “You talk. We draw. It’s... read more
    180 Minutes Youth Lab Ink Factory Studio
    2016-10-12
    9 AM

    At this CIW YOU(th) Lab with Boeing, students will have the opportunity to learn from... read more
    At this CIW YOU(th) Lab with Boeing, students will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most innovative engineers working today.... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Museum of Science and Industry
    2016-10-12
    10 AM

    O’Hare is one of the busiest airports in the country, and ensuring that it runs... read more
    O’Hare is one of the busiest airports in the country, and ensuring that it runs smoothly is no small task. At this CIW YOU(th) Lab, students will... read more
    180 Minutes Youth Lab Chicago Department of Aviation
    2016-10-12
    1 PM

    The CTA is a central part of life for anyone who lives in Chicago... read more
    The CTA is a central part of life for anyone who lives in Chicago. Nearly everyone in the city has interacted with a bus driver or train operator,... read more
    180 Minutes Youth Lab Chicago Transit Authority
    2016-10-12
    4 PM

    Your Instagram account can be so much more than your personal feed—it can be something... read more
    Your Instagram account can be so much more than your personal feed—it can be something that illuminates your community or even becomes a full-time... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Devour City
    2016-10-12
    4:30 PM

    Discover what it takes to be the greatest of all-time at this one-of-a-kind athletic experience... read more
    Discover what it takes to be the greatest of all-time at this one-of-a-kind athletic experience at Station 23 in the Loop. Attendees will... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Foot Action/Jordan Brand Space

    Thursday, October 13, 2016

    2016-10-13
    10 AM

    It’s hard to figure out where you’re going if you don’t know where you’ve been... read more
    It’s hard to figure out where you’re going if you don’t know where you’ve been. Chicago’s lakefront has changed immensely over the last 150 years,... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab PORT Urbanism
    2016-10-13
    10 AM

    Learn how professional musicians create, produce and record their tunes at this interactive You(th) Lab... read more
    Learn how professional musicians create, produce and record their tunes at this interactive You(th) Lab at Pressure Point Recording Studio.... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Pressure Point Recording Studio
    2016-10-13
    11:30 AM

    The nitty-gritty details of government work might seem a bit boring on the surface, but... read more
    The nitty-gritty details of government work might seem a bit boring on the surface, but they have profound and exciting implications on life across... read more
    150 Minutes Youth Lab Cook County Bureau of Asset Management
    2016-10-13
    1 PM

    Jobs in the medical field are growing by the minute... read more
    Jobs in the medical field are growing by the minute. From medical imaging to radiology to telemedicine, expanding health technology is opening a... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
    2016-10-13
    4 PM

    At this CIW YOU(th) Lab, students will discover how some of the most creative minds... read more
    At this CIW YOU(th) Lab, students will discover how some of the most creative minds in fashion turn an idea into the next big style trend.... read more
    120 Minutes Youth Lab Chicago Fashion Incubator/Chicago Fashion Development NFP

    Friday, October 14, 2016

    2016-10-14
    9 AM

    Have you ever dreamed of designing Chicago’s next big skyscraper? Join us at this CIW... read more
    Have you ever dreamed of designing Chicago’s next big skyscraper? Join us at this CIW YOU(th) Lab with IIT College of Architecture for a... read more
    150 Minutes Youth Lab IIT College of Architecture

    Monday, October 17, 2016

    2016-10-17
    8 AM

    MEMBER-ONLY EVENT. Start your morning off with breakfast, networking, an inspiring talk from a 2016... read more
    MEMBER-ONLY EVENT. Start your morning off with breakfast, networking, an inspiring talk from a 2016 Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellow and a... read more
    Members Only 90 Minutes Special Engagement Summit Chicago LLC
    2016-10-17
    8 AM

    A Chicago Ideas Week Portal Connection with Gaza City.
    An AP World History Class (Juniors/Seniors) from a Chicago-based high school will connect with people... read more
    An AP World History Class (Juniors/Seniors) from a Chicago-based high school will connect with people of similar ages in Gaza City during the... read more
    200 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-17
    9:30 AM

    The Chicago Public Library offers a lot more than books... read more
    The Chicago Public Library offers a lot more than books. Discover the cutting-edge technology that CPL makes available to Chicago residents for... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Harold Washington Library
    2016-10-17
    10 AM

    Discover the ins and outs of the human brain at this innovative Lab hosted by... read more
    Discover the ins and outs of the human brain at this innovative Lab hosted by VisMed-3D and MATTER. Attendees will learn how scientists use 3D... read more
    120 Minutes Lab MATTER
    2016-10-17
    12 PM

    The Arab Spring shook the United States' foreign policy in the Middle East to its core. Learn what's next for the country’s role in the region from four reporters who have covered it extensively.
    In October 2016, the Iraqi-led Battle of Mosul began, which freed the city from the... read more
    In October 2016, the Iraqi-led Battle of Mosul began, which freed the city from the control of the Islamic State—the group’s last major stronghold.... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-17
    1 PM

    Bright Endeavors is a local candle making company that provides transitional jobs to young mothers... read more
    Bright Endeavors is a local candle making company that provides transitional jobs to young mothers and teaches them how to create sustainable,... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Bright Endeavors' Production Facility
    2016-10-17
    2 PM

    The music industry has changed drastically over the past two decades, and so has the... read more
    The music industry has changed drastically over the past two decades, and so has the way that artists and producers make money off their creations.... read more
    120 Minutes Lab 2112
    2016-10-17
    3 PM

    At this Lab, attendees will discover how some of the most creative minds in fashion... read more
    At this Lab, attendees will discover how some of the most creative minds in fashion turn an idea into the next big style trend. Participants will... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Macy's
    2016-10-17
    3 PM

    Everyone talks about brand purpose, but how do you create one for a company that... read more
    Everyone talks about brand purpose, but how do you create one for a company that doesn’t feel like a bunch of hot air? At this Lab with... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Social Deviant Offices
    2016-10-17
    3 PM

    Drawing from new methodologies in app development, VSA Partners has been integrating “rapid prototyping” into... read more
    Drawing from new methodologies in app development, VSA Partners has been integrating “rapid prototyping” into its design-driven culture. Join... read more
    120 Minutes Lab VSA Partners, Inc.
    2016-10-17
    3:30 PM

    Sally Lou Loveman is a former Audience Producer for The Oprah Winfrey Show who knows... read more
    Sally Lou Loveman is a former Audience Producer for The Oprah Winfrey Show who knows a thing or two about engaging an audience. In this lab, she’ll... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Gray Hotel Rooftop
    2016-10-17
    4 PM

    With 27 gardens, 385 acres and thousands of plants, the Chicago Botanic Garden is a... read more
    With 27 gardens, 385 acres and thousands of plants, the Chicago Botanic Garden is a botanist’s utopia. For the past 44 years, the Glencoe... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Chicago Botanic Garden
    2016-10-17
    4 PM

    Discover how creativity can fuel your success at work at this Lab at the new... read more
    Discover how creativity can fuel your success at work at this Lab at the new Chicago headquarters of SRAM, the world’s second-largest bicycle... read more
    120 Minutes Lab SRAM Headquarters
    2016-10-17
    4 PM

    A Chicago Ideas Week Open Portal Connection with Mexico City
    Mexico City and Chicago will become neighbors at this Portal connection... read more
    Mexico City and Chicago will become neighbors at this Portal connection. It’s open to the public, and participants will be able to have a... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-17
    4:30 PM

    Hone your storytelling skills at this interactive workshop at Victory Gardens... read more
    Hone your storytelling skills at this interactive workshop at Victory Gardens. Participants will go on a tour of the Lincoln Park theater space and... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Victory Gardens Theater
    2016-10-17
    5 PM

    Never in recent history has the United States faces so many national security threats. A former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and a previous Deputy Director of the CIA sit down for an in-depth look into the treats facing the country and its ability to respond to each.
    From a potential nuclear conflict to cyber security to terrorism, never in recent history has... read more
    From a potential nuclear conflict to cyber security to terrorism, never in recent history has the U.S. faced so many national security threats.... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-17
    5:30 PM

    Before launching any business it’s a good idea to write down exactly how you plan... read more
    Before launching any business it’s a good idea to write down exactly how you plan to get it off the ground. A business plan serves as the story of... read more
    90 Minutes Lab WeWork Kinzie
    2016-10-17
    6 PM

    Leading a business in 2016 isn’t an easy task, and doing so as a minority,... read more
    Leading a business in 2016 isn’t an easy task, and doing so as a minority, woman or member of a disadvantaged community is even more challenging.... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Blue 1647
    2016-10-17
    6:30 PM

    This CIW Lab is a carnivore’s delight! The sandwich gurus at Eastman Egg are hosting... read more
    This CIW Lab is a carnivore’s delight! The sandwich gurus at Eastman Egg are hosting an exclusive class on making a perfect burger. Attendees will... read more
    120 Minutes Lab The Eastman Egg Company on Madison
    2016-10-17
    7 PM

    What does it mean to be American? When will women earn equal pay for equal work? How can you turn an industry on its head? These six thought leaders have devoted their lives to elevating the discussion around some of life’s biggest questions.
    Questioning everything in life is an innate part of the human condition... read more
    Questioning everything in life is an innate part of the human condition. Whether it’s what you want to be when you grow up, what it means to be an... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-17
    7 PM

    Custom-made bikes and fresh-brewed coffee may be an unlikely pairing, but they’re the keys to... read more
    Custom-made bikes and fresh-brewed coffee may be an unlikely pairing, but they’re the keys to Heritage Bicycle’s unique success. The company opened... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Heritage Bicycles General
    2016-10-17
    8:45 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Life's Big... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Life's Big Questions. To purchase tickets to this Talk, click here. *CIW... read more
    75 Minutes Meet-up Randolph Tavern
    2016-10-17
    9 PM

    Join Chicago Ideas for an evening with Above the Glass and AtkCo to meet like-minded female... read more
    Join Chicago Ideas for an evening with Above the Glass and AtkCo to meet like-minded female entrepreneurs, share knowledge on best practices for... read more
    120 Minutes Party WeWork Kinzie

    Tuesday, October 18, 2016

    2016-10-18
    8 AM

    CIW curated Portal Connection with Kigali, Rwanda
    Take your yoga class to a whole new level at this Portal connection with Kigali, Rwanda... read more
    Take your yoga class to a whole new level at this Portal connection with Kigali, Rwanda. Chicago-based MindFuel & Wellness will lead a yoga... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-18
    8:30 AM

    Find out how four people have managed to become catalysts for change, and how you can help their causes.
    CIW sits down with four Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellows, all under the age of 35,... read more
    CIW sits down with four Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellows, all under the age of 35, who work to solve seemingly impossible global challenges.... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-18
    9 AM

    Image managment is much more than overseeing the way that a company is perceived—it’s also about managing... read more
    Image managment is much more than overseeing the way that a company is perceived—it’s also about managing the way that individuals engage with the... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Chicago Athletic Association
    2016-10-18
    10 AM

    Learn what it takes to be an on-air DJ at this lab with iHeartMedia... read more
    Learn what it takes to be an on-air DJ at this lab with iHeartMedia. Their 245 million monthly listeners give it the farthest reach of any radio or... read more
    120 Minutes Lab iHeart Media
    2016-10-18
    10 AM

    Cook County Jail is the largest jail in the entire country... read more
    Cook County Jail is the largest jail in the entire country. At this Lab, take a look behind the criminal justice system during a tour of the jail’s... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Cook County Jail
    2016-10-18
    11:30 AM

    More than just a hotspot of delicious food, Chicago’s Chinatown is a bustling epicenter of... read more
    More than just a hotspot of delicious food, Chicago’s Chinatown is a bustling epicenter of local businesses and culture. Join Jimmy Lee, the former... read more
    150 Minutes Lab Phoenix Restaurant
    2016-10-18
    12 PM

    Discover what the future of the ad looks like, and what game-changing technologies are making it possible from advertising industry leaders.
    Every year, corporations spend billions of dollars on ads and every year, the rules of... read more
    Every year, corporations spend billions of dollars on ads and every year, the rules of the advertising game continue to change. Now that we all... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-18
    12 PM

    Discover how to get what you want in your next deal from a retired FBI special agent and the Co-Founder of SMAC Entertainment.
    In business, as in life, getting what you want comes down to knowing how to ask for it... read more
    In business, as in life, getting what you want comes down to knowing how to ask for it. This group of expert negotiators breaks down the tricks of... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-18
    1 PM

    Based in Pilsen, The Darshan Center aims to unite the physical, spiritual and emotional in... read more
    Based in Pilsen, The Darshan Center aims to unite the physical, spiritual and emotional in its Vedic yoga teachings. Darshan Method creator Jim... read more
    120 Minutes Lab The Darshan Center
    2016-10-18
    1 PM

    Step through Accenture’s doors and into the “World of ME” at this compelling CIW Lab... read more
    Step through Accenture’s doors and into the “World of ME” at this compelling CIW Lab. Accenture, a leading global professional services company,... read more
    60 Minutes Lab Accenture Customer Innovation Network Lab
    2016-10-18
    2 PM

    Learn how robust, cutting edge software is built at this Lab with Table XI (the... read more
    Learn how robust, cutting edge software is built at this Lab with Table XI (the company behind Chicago Ideas website). Their team will take... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Table XI
    2016-10-18
    3:30 PM

    Discover the ins and outs of University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation... read more
    Discover the ins and outs of University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at this CIW Lab. The event will kick off... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
    2016-10-18
    4 PM

    How can the role of police in communities change from one of distrust to one of positive action?
    Recent events have made the state of our country’s police force a national discussion... read more
    Recent events have made the state of our country’s police force a national discussion. Now that cell phones double as a video cameras, incidents of... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-18
    4 PM

    Learn how Vice President for Design & Special Projects at Nike Tinker Hatfield, Astronomer Lucianne Walkowicz, Entrepreneur Jesse Itzler and others bring creativity to work every day.
    Whether you’re a CEO or an intern, your ability to thrive is tied to your... read more
    Whether you’re a CEO or an intern, your ability to thrive is tied to your ingenuity and adaptability, regardless of your field. You don’t have to... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-18
    4 PM

    Flowers for Dreams makes sending your love ones flowers an act of charity... read more
    Flowers for Dreams makes sending your love ones flowers an act of charity. Each bouquet of locally-sourced flowers from the organization benefits a... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Flowers for Dreams
    2016-10-18
    4 PM

    From tacos to cocktails, fresh and gourmet ingredients are essential to Antique Taco’s delicious fare.... read more
    From tacos to cocktails, fresh and gourmet ingredients are essential to Antique Taco’s delicious fare. In this CIW Lab, the restaurant’s Beverage... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Antique Taco, The Guest Room
    2016-10-18
    5:30 PM

    Take an in-depth look at the causes and potential outcomes of the Syrian refugee crisis with a group of experts on the situation.
    The Syrian refugee crisis is one of the most pressing international challenges of our time... read more
    The Syrian refugee crisis is one of the most pressing international challenges of our time. The civil war there has left more than six million... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-18
    5:30 PM

    How is it that powerful ideas fail to engage the people whose support matters most?... read more
    How is it that powerful ideas fail to engage the people whose support matters most? Conventional practice relies on the power of the idea to drive... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Workspring's Central Loop Location
    2016-10-18
    5:30 PM

    People are moving to cities in greater numbers than ever before, posing both challenges and... read more
    People are moving to cities in greater numbers than ever before, posing both challenges and opportunities related to new levels of density,... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Merchandise Mart
    2016-10-18
    5:45 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Creativity at... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Creativity at Work. To purchase tickets to this Talk, click here. *CIW... read more
    120 Minutes Meet-up Randolph Tavern
    2016-10-18
    6 PM

    Bang Bang’s tasty creations are the stuff of dreams... read more
    Bang Bang’s tasty creations are the stuff of dreams. Discover how they’ve perfected the art of pie-making with our behind-the-scenes look at their... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Bang Bang Pie Shop Prep Kitchen
    2016-10-18
    6 PM

    Learn the difference between deconstruced stew and meat and potatoes with gravy at this unique... read more
    Learn the difference between deconstruced stew and meat and potatoes with gravy at this unique Lab with Kendall College. Attendees will get a... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Kendall College
    2016-10-18
    7 PM

    We're not going to reveal who is speaking... read more
    We're not going to reveal who is speaking. We won't divulge what they're talking about. We'll just tell you: You don't want to miss this.
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-18
    7:30 PM

    Discover the moments that inspired a group of accomplished entrepreneurs to change their lives forever.
    Being a successful entrepreneur isn’t easy. It requires a great deal of grit, inspiration, motivation... read more
    Being a successful entrepreneur isn’t easy. It requires a great deal of grit, inspiration, motivation and a little bit of luck. Rome wasn’t built... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-18
    7:30 PM

    The Dinner: Enjoy delicious American fare and sip on Smith Devereux's award-winning wines while you gather... read more
    The Dinner: Enjoy delicious American fare and sip on Smith Devereux's award-winning wines while you gather in the relaxed and welcoming social... read more
    120 Minutes Guess Who's Coming to Dinner The Allis at Soho House Chicago
    2016-10-18
    8 PM

    A CIW curated Portal Connection with Yangon, Myanmar.
    On the surface, being an entrepreneur in Chicago might seem entirely different from being one... read more
    On the surface, being an entrepreneur in Chicago might seem entirely different from being one in Yangon, Myanmar, but this Portal connection will... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-18
    8:30 PM

    Join Chicago Ideas and Rockit Bar & Grill for an after party celebrating Chicago Ideas Week’s sixth year.
    Join Chicago Ideas and Rockit Bar & Grill for an after party celebrating Chicago Ideas... read more
    Join Chicago Ideas and Rockit Bar & Grill for an after party celebrating Chicago Ideas Week’s sixth year. Connect with other CIW attendees... read more
    120 Minutes Party Rockit Bar & Grill
    2016-10-18
    9:15 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Entrepreneurship: Turning... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Entrepreneurship: Turning Points. To purchase tickets to this Talk, click... read more
    75 Minutes Meet-up Randolph Tavern

    Wednesday, October 19, 2016

    2016-10-19
    8:30 AM

    You might be an expert at spreading cheese over crackers or dumping it onto your... read more
    You might be an expert at spreading cheese over crackers or dumping it onto your pasta, but you’re probably pretty clueless when it comes to... read more
    90 Minutes Premier Lab Eataly Chicago
    2016-10-19
    9 AM

    At the North Lawndale Employment Network’s Sweet Beginnings Flournoy Apiary, beekeeping is more than a... read more
    At the North Lawndale Employment Network’s Sweet Beginnings Flournoy Apiary, beekeeping is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to acquire valuable... read more
    180 Minutes Lab North Lawndale Employment Network
    2016-10-19
    9 AM

    The Austin neighborhood on Chicago’s West Side is one of the most tight-knit communities in... read more
    The Austin neighborhood on Chicago’s West Side is one of the most tight-knit communities in the city. In this Lab, join United Way of Metropolitan... read more
    150 Minutes Lab Austin Coming Together
    2016-10-19
    10 AM

    Opening a successful restaurant is no small task, and doing such in a city as... read more
    Opening a successful restaurant is no small task, and doing such in a city as competitive as Chicago is seemingly impossible. But Kimbal Musk... read more
    120 Minutes Premier Lab The Kitchen
    2016-10-19
    11 AM

    Urban Initiatives uses the power of sport and play to build a path for more... read more
    Urban Initiatives uses the power of sport and play to build a path for more than 15,000 Chicago Public School students to become part of a smarter,... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Jenner Academy for the Arts
    2016-10-19
    11 AM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection between Chicago and a high school English class in Honduras.
    Learning Spanish in Chicago can be difficult if you’re not immersed in a culture that... read more
    Learning Spanish in Chicago can be difficult if you’re not immersed in a culture that speaks the language—the Portal connection looks to solve that... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-19
    12 PM

    Do you really have free will over who you date, where you work or what you buy, and what does it mean if you don't?
    You chose your career path, your partner, your wardrobe, the groceries in your fridge and... read more
    You chose your career path, your partner, your wardrobe, the groceries in your fridge and the people you follow on Instagram. Or did you? Learn... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-19
    12 PM

    Technology is rapidly changing the way the world works and humanity's place in it. Discover how you can leverage technology to push society forward, and the potential drawbacks that come with such.
    The world is in the middle of its fourth industrial revolution, which has brought a... read more
    The world is in the middle of its fourth industrial revolution, which has brought a rush of innovation that has pushed our society towards its full... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-19
    12 PM

    A group of leading Chicago community organizers and reporters explore some of the most creative solutions for bridging the gap between the "two Chicagos."
    Chicago is one of the most diverse cities in the world, but it’s also one of the most segregated... read more
    Chicago is one of the most diverse cities in the world, but it’s also one of the most segregated. From rising gun violence to a historically... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-19
    1 PM

    Today, as consumers, we have constant access innovative technology that helps us make more informed... read more
    Today, as consumers, we have constant access innovative technology that helps us make more informed decisions. Why does a trip to the doctor's... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Context Media
    2016-10-19
    3 PM

    Join Accenture at this CIW Lab for a dive into how you can help bridge... read more
    Join Accenture at this CIW Lab for a dive into how you can help bridge the gap between people with limitations through design. Roughly 20 percent... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Accenture
    2016-10-19
    4 PM

    From the "Star Wars" cannon to 360-degree video, discover how storytellers are pushing the boundaries of the art form.
    Storytelling is one of humanity’s oldest pastimes—it’s a trademark of every known civilization... read more
    Storytelling is one of humanity’s oldest pastimes—it’s a trademark of every known civilization. As technology continues to progress, the platforms... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-19
    4 PM

    Putting together Chicago Ideas Week is no easy feat... read more
    Putting together Chicago Ideas Week is no easy feat. The annual seven-day celebration of ideas, innovation and community requires a great deal of... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-19
    4 PM

    Since its installation, the Chicago Riverwalk has changed the face of the city’s downtown area... read more
    Since its installation, the Chicago Riverwalk has changed the face of the city’s downtown area. Extending from Michigan Avenue all the way to Lake... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Vietnam Veteran's Memorial
    2016-10-19
    4 PM

    Smith Devereux (formerly JW Thomas Wines) has been making sustainably-farmed, award-winning wines for more than... read more
    Smith Devereux (formerly JW Thomas Wines) has been making sustainably-farmed, award-winning wines for more than 60 years. At this Premier Lab, join... read more
    120 Minutes Premier Lab Morgan's on Fulton
    2016-10-19
    4 PM

    Help enhance travel by bringing your passenger experience critiques to leading inflight internet and entertainment provider, Gogo.
    Providing in-flight Wi-Fi on over 2,800 aircraft, Gogo’s technologies have changed the way we all... read more
    Providing in-flight Wi-Fi on over 2,800 aircraft, Gogo’s technologies have changed the way we all fly. Join the leading global in-flight Wi-Fi... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Gogo
    2016-10-19
    5 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with Mexico City.
    Chicago is an international city, and taking a look at its music culture makes that quite clear... read more
    Chicago is an international city, and taking a look at its music culture makes that quite clear. At this Portal connection, Chicago-based hip-hop... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-19
    5:30 PM

    Americans with a disability are the largest minority group in the country, but they're regularly denied a place at the table.
    Roughly one out of every five people in the United States has a disability, making... read more
    Roughly one out of every five people in the United States has a disability, making it the largest minority group in the country. But even with the... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-19
    5:45 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on the Future... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on the Future of Storytelling. To purchase tickets to this Talk, click... read more
    120 Minutes Meet-up Drumbar
    2016-10-19
    6 PM

    Genius can take many, many forms. Discover how it manifests from a group of people who have either devoted their lives to studying the lives of geniuses or have created work that is in of itself genius
    It’s easy to think of a genius as a lone person in a room who... read more
    It’s easy to think of a genius as a lone person in a room who comes up with a brilliant idea—but that’s rarely the case. We often forget about the... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-19
    6 PM

    Looking to learn how to build a website but don’t know where to start? At... read more
    Looking to learn how to build a website but don’t know where to start? At this Lab, General Assembly has your back. Join their team for an... read more
    120 Minutes Lab General Assembly
    2016-10-19
    7 PM

    Take a thoughtful look at comedy that goes beyond the jokes and digs into the cultural implications of the art form.
    It’s no secret that Chicago is one of the world’s biggest comedy hubs... read more
    It’s no secret that Chicago is one of the world’s biggest comedy hubs. From Bill Murray to Tina Fey, some of the biggest names in the business have... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-19
    7 PM

    The Dinner: Indulge in the farmer's market-inspired, new American menu of mk, a Chicago staple... read more
    The Dinner: Indulge in the farmer's market-inspired, new American menu of mk, a Chicago staple for nearly two decades. Chef and Owner Michael... read more
    120 Minutes Guess Who's Coming to Dinner mk
    2016-10-19
    8:45 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Comedy: But,... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the conversation following the Talk on Comedy: But, Seriously... To purchase tickets to this Talk, click... read more
    75 Minutes Meet-up Drumbar

    Thursday, October 20, 2016

    2016-10-20
    8 AM

    As the glass ceiling begins to break for women in America, women-led startups are still struggling to find investments from male venture capitalists.
    Venture capitalists have played a huge role in spurring innovation among start-ups during the modern... read more
    Venture capitalists have played a huge role in spurring innovation among start-ups during the modern tech boom, but that’s not always the case for... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-20
    8 AM

    A curated CIW Portals Connection with Erbil, Iraq.
    Members of Chicago Ideas Week’s YOU(th) program will have the chance to meet other children... read more
    Members of Chicago Ideas Week’s YOU(th) program will have the chance to meet other children their age in Erbil, Iraq at this Portal connection. The... read more
    60 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-20
    9 AM

    If you think note-taking is tedious, this CIW Lab will certainly change your mind... read more
    If you think note-taking is tedious, this CIW Lab will certainly change your mind. You’ve seen their large-scale visuals from all of the CIW Talks... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Ink Factory Studio
    2016-10-20
    9 AM

    Learn how to release your inner creative genius at this Premier CIW Lab with Grammy... read more
    Learn how to release your inner creative genius at this Premier CIW Lab with Grammy Award-winning artist Peter Himmelman. This once-in-a-lifetime... read more
    90 Minutes Premier Lab Upstairs at Virgin Hotels
    2016-10-20
    12 PM

    As artificial intelligence continues to become more of a reality, what's at stake for humanity?
    Looking ahead to the future of artificial intelligence can be pretty daunting... read more
    Looking ahead to the future of artificial intelligence can be pretty daunting. Siri and self-driving cars are only the beginning of a new phase of... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-20
    12 PM

    Big machines. Bigger data. Experts estimate 5 million new things are connected around the world... read more
    Big machines. Bigger data. Experts estimate 5 million new things are connected around the world every day. We’re talking watches, phones, cars and... read more
    90 Minutes Lab UI Labs
    2016-10-20
    3 PM

    Learn how to release your inner creative genius at this Lab with Grammy Award-winning artist... read more
    Learn how to release your inner creative genius at this Lab with Grammy Award-winning artist Peter Himmelman. This exclusive conversation will look... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Morgan's on Fulton
    2016-10-20
    4 PM

    Reach for the stars with some of the country's leading astronomers, including former astronaut Christopher Ferguson and physicist Enectali Figueroa-Feliciano.
    Human beings have wondered about the universe for centuries, but it is only within the... read more
    Human beings have wondered about the universe for centuries, but it is only within the last 70 years that we’ve begun venturing into space. Should... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-20
    4 PM

    Building a business is no easy task, and creating one that is a leader in its field is daunting.
    What does it take to make a company flourish? How does a business pivot from... read more
    What does it take to make a company flourish? How does a business pivot from a static organization to one that is innovative and purpose-driven?... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-20
    4 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with El Progreso, Honduras.
    Members of Chicago Ideas Week’s YOU(th) program will have the chance to meet other children... read more
    Members of Chicago Ideas Week’s YOU(th) program will have the chance to meet other children their age in El Progreso, Honduras at this Portal... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-20
    5 PM

    Big machines. Bigger data. Experts estimate 5 million new things are connected around the world... read more
    Big machines. Bigger data. Experts estimate 5 million new things are connected around the world every day. We’re talking watches, phones, cars and... read more
    90 Minutes Lab UI Labs
    2016-10-20
    5 PM

    Zika Virus. Data breaches. Auto recalls. Natural disasters. Every company is at risk of a... read more
    Zika Virus. Data breaches. Auto recalls. Natural disasters. Every company is at risk of a crisis impacting their reputation, bottom line and... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Edelman Crisis Lab
    2016-10-20
    5:30 PM

    Discover how leading scientists and researchers are turning Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" into action.
    More than 40 years ago, the United States declared war on cancer... read more
    More than 40 years ago, the United States declared war on cancer. Decades later, we still do not have a cure. More than 4 million people die... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-20
    6 PM

    Artist and author Oliver Jeffers’ Dipped Paintings project explores the enigmatic connection between loss and... read more
    Artist and author Oliver Jeffers’ Dipped Paintings project explores the enigmatic connection between loss and memory through an ongoing series of... read more
    120 Minutes Lab MANA Contemporary
    2016-10-20
    7 PM

    Hip-hop has long been a key American art form, but why has it just recently become widely accepted as such?
    Since its arrival in the early 1970s, hip-hop has grown to shape much of American culture... read more
    Since its arrival in the early 1970s, hip-hop has grown to shape much of American culture. Until recently, it hasn’t been included in conversations... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Edlis Neeson Theater at the Museum of Contemporary Art
    2016-10-20
    7 PM

    Discover how some of the world's most influential leaders make critical choices, and how you can apply those skills in your everyday life.
    It takes a great leader to make the tough decisions that determine success or failure,... read more
    It takes a great leader to make the tough decisions that determine success or failure, growth or decline and, in some cases, life or death. From... read more
    90 Minutes Talk Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-20
    7 PM

    Join fellow attendees to continue the discussion following the Conversation on How to Cure Cancer. To... read more
    Join fellow attendees to continue the discussion following the Conversation on How to Cure Cancer. To purchase tickets to this Conversation, click... read more
    120 Minutes Meet-up Latinicity
    2016-10-20
    7:30 PM

    The Dinner: Indulge in Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri's locally-sourced menu of sustainable seafood in Kinmont's rustic... read more
    The Dinner: Indulge in Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri's locally-sourced menu of sustainable seafood in Kinmont's rustic yet refined space, complete... read more
    120 Minutes Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Kinmont
    2016-10-20
    9 PM

    Ghostface Killah is heading to Metro for a Chicago Ideas Week after show to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of his debut solo album "Ironman."
    Chicago Ideas Week is poised to “enter the Wu-Tang” this year, as Ghostface Killah is coming... read more
    Chicago Ideas Week is poised to “enter the Wu-Tang” this year, as Ghostface Killah is coming to the Hip-Hop: The Essential American Art Form Talk... read more
    165 Minutes Party Metro

    Friday, October 21, 2016

    2016-10-21
    8 AM

    If the United States military can invest in alternative energy, why can't the rest of the country?
    The U.S. military is not where you’d expect to hear about alternative energy innovations, but... read more
    The U.S. military is not where you’d expect to hear about alternative energy innovations, but since the Department of Defense is our country’s... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-21
    9 AM

    America’s oldest national laboratory, Argonne developed the first nuclear reactor—the research that almost every commercial... read more
    America’s oldest national laboratory, Argonne developed the first nuclear reactor—the research that almost every commercial reactor worldwide is... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Argonne National Laboratory
    2016-10-21
    10 AM

    Have you ever had it UP TO HERE?
    Have you ever had it UP TO HERE?You’re frustrated after a line has been crossed. You’re... read more
    Have you ever had it UP TO HERE?You’re frustrated after a line has been crossed. You’re so far down one path that you struggle to change... read more
    390 Minutes Edison Talks Cadillac Palace Theatre
    2016-10-21
    10 AM

    Discover your inner-chef with the expert cooking instructors at The Chopping Block... read more
    Discover your inner-chef with the expert cooking instructors at The Chopping Block. Learn the fundamentals of knife skills, cooking and baking... read more
    150 Minutes Lab Merchandise Mart
    2016-10-21
    12 PM

    The world of travel is changing at a rapid pace—discover how with a group of experts on the industry.
    The way we travel has changed immensely over the past decade... read more
    The way we travel has changed immensely over the past decade. Long gone are the days of travel agents and prefab vacations. Today, everyone can... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-21
    12 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with our neighbors to the north.
    Milwaukee is only an hour away, but Chicagoans will only need to travel to Daley... read more
    Milwaukee is only an hour away, but Chicagoans will only need to travel to Daley Plaza to connect with residents in the city. Join CIW at this... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-21
    2 PM

    Snapchat is the latest social media platform to take the digital world by storm... read more
    Snapchat is the latest social media platform to take the digital world by storm. Learn how to optimize your use of the app, whether on a personal... read more
    120 Minutes Lab The Annex
    2016-10-21
    3 PM

    Beer and coffee might seem like an odd combination, but by the end of this... read more
    Beer and coffee might seem like an odd combination, but by the end of this CIW Lab, you’ll think of the two as inseparable. Head to local brewery... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Pipeworks Brewing Company
    2016-10-21
    3 PM

    MillerCoors employs nearly 400 people in its Loop headquarters on Wacker Drive... read more
    MillerCoors employs nearly 400 people in its Loop headquarters on Wacker Drive. They moved into the space in 2009, and the beer giant has been a... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Fred and Adolph's Pub at MillerCoors
    2016-10-21
    3 PM

    To build a brand from scratch in today’s dynamic marketplace, you need to define and... read more
    To build a brand from scratch in today’s dynamic marketplace, you need to define and deliver ideas in ways that will not only resonate with the... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Leo Burnett Chicago
    2016-10-21
    4 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with artists in Mexico City.
    Chicago and Mexico City both have amazing art scenes, and they will come together in... read more
    Chicago and Mexico City both have amazing art scenes, and they will come together in an inspiring, collaborative fashion at this Portal connection.... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza

    Saturday, October 22, 2016

    2016-10-22
    8 AM

    A curated CIW Portals Connection with students in Herat, Afghanistan.
    A group of Chicago entrepreneurs will collaborate with a small group of university students in... read more
    A group of Chicago entrepreneurs will collaborate with a small group of university students in Herat, Afghanistan at this one-of-a-kind connection.... read more
    60 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-22
    10 AM

    Look into the future of journalism with a panel of people who are turning the industry on its head.
    Media companies across the country are trying (and sometimes failing) to make journalism a profitable... read more
    Media companies across the country are trying (and sometimes failing) to make journalism a profitable industry. The way users consume news has... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-22
    10 AM

    The CTA is a central part of life for anyone who lives in Chicago... read more
    The CTA is a central part of life for anyone who lives in Chicago. Nearly everyone in the city has interacted with a bus driver or train operator,... read more
    180 Minutes Lab CTA Control Center (Racine)
    2016-10-22
    10 AM

    Re-envision city spaces with PORT Urbanism, the consulting firm behind the architectural redesigns of spaces... read more
    Re-envision city spaces with PORT Urbanism, the consulting firm behind the architectural redesigns of spaces like the Old Cook County Hospital and... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Millennium Park
    2016-10-22
    10 AM

    FLATS/Cedar Street has invested in and rehabbed a series of eight buildings in Uptown and... read more
    FLATS/Cedar Street has invested in and rehabbed a series of eight buildings in Uptown and Edgewater, which have changed the face of the North Side... read more
    90 Minutes Lab FLAT's The Lawrence House
    2016-10-22
    11 AM

    Based in Pilsen, The Darshan Center aims to unite the physical, spiritual and emotional in... read more
    Based in Pilsen, The Darshan Center aims to unite the physical, spiritual and emotional in its Vedic yoga teachings. Darshan Method creator Jim... read more
    150 Minutes Lab The Darshan Center
    2016-10-22
    12 PM

    Learn how to work out smarter at this interactive Lab with Hardpressed... read more
    Learn how to work out smarter at this interactive Lab with Hardpressed. Join Dan Geraci, the founder of a revolutionary training technique that... read more
    90 Minutes Lab Hardpressed
    2016-10-22
    12 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with Kigali, Rwanda.
    Chicago’s history is intertwined with that of blues music, and this Portal connection will showcase... read more
    Chicago’s history is intertwined with that of blues music, and this Portal connection will showcase just that. Eddie Taylor, Jr. and Harmonica... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-22
    1 PM

    Chicago Ideas Week's Spanish language conversation is presented by Univision and Chicago Community Trust
    Los Estados Unidos se esta convirtiendo en un país compuesto mayoritariamente de minorías... read more
    Los Estados Unidos se esta convirtiendo en un país compuesto mayoritariamente de minorías. Chicago Ideas’ Spanish Language Conversation... read more
    75 Minutes Conversation Morningstar
    2016-10-22
    1 PM

    BucketFeet is changing the way artists tell stories across the world... read more
    BucketFeet is changing the way artists tell stories across the world. With a global community of more than 40,000 artists from more than... read more
    120 Minutes Lab BucketFeet Bucktown Studio
    2016-10-22
    1 PM

    At this CIW Lab, discover the practice of Risograph printing, a high-speed printing system that... read more
    At this CIW Lab, discover the practice of Risograph printing, a high-speed printing system that has its roots in Japan. In the workshop, you'll... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Chicago Design Museum
    2016-10-22
    1 PM

    Matthew Hoffman, the artist behind the viral “You Are Beautiful” campaign, has become a global... read more
    Matthew Hoffman, the artist behind the viral “You Are Beautiful” campaign, has become a global phenomenon over the past few years. He and his... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Lost Arts
    2016-10-22
    2 PM

    Coffee is the fuel that powers Chicago’s workforce, but very few people have an in-depth... read more
    Coffee is the fuel that powers Chicago’s workforce, but very few people have an in-depth understanding as to how it’s made. At this Lab with Metric... read more
    120 Minutes Lab Metric Coffee
    2016-10-22
    5 PM

    Discover the cocktail that matches your inner soul at this Premier CIW Lab with Virgin... read more
    Discover the cocktail that matches your inner soul at this Premier CIW Lab with Virgin Hotels’ “Spirit Guide,” Jon Harris. He’ll begin with an old... read more
    120 Minutes Premier Lab The Commons Club at Virgin Hotels Chicago

    Sunday, October 23, 2016

    2016-10-23
    11 AM

    Beekeeping is a key part of keeping entire ecosystems afloat, and for Chicago’s Westside Bee... read more
    Beekeeping is a key part of keeping entire ecosystems afloat, and for Chicago’s Westside Bee Boyz, it’s an economic engine. Join the organization... read more
    90 Minutes Lab The Hive
    2016-10-23
    12 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with Maryland.
    Chicago’s dance scene is pretty stellar, and at this Portal connection the city will be... read more
    Chicago’s dance scene is pretty stellar, and at this Portal connection the city will be able to show off their moves. Multiple pairs of... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza
    2016-10-23
    12:30 PM

    More than 10,000 people take SoulCycle classes everyday to release stress, burn fat, tone muscle, find joy... read more
    More than 10,000 people take SoulCycle classes everyday to release stress, burn fat, tone muscle, find joy in movement and change their bodies and... read more
    135 Minutes Lab SoulCycle Southport
    2016-10-23
    1 PM

    Matthew Hoffman, the artist behind the viral “You Are Beautiful” campaign, has become a global... read more
    Matthew Hoffman, the artist behind the viral “You Are Beautiful” campaign, has become a global phenomenon over the past few years. He and his... read more
    180 Minutes Lab Lost Arts
    2016-10-23
    1:30 PM

    Bryan Cranston's career has reached incredible peaks—but it took a long road to get him there.
    From his Emmy Award-winning role as Walter White in the groundbreaking TV series Breaking Bad... read more
    From his Emmy Award-winning role as Walter White in the groundbreaking TV series Breaking Bad to a Tony Award-winning performance as President... read more
    60 Minutes Conversation The Vic Theatre
    2016-10-23
    3 PM

    Bring your garden and food tradition stories to life at this Lab with teaching artist... read more
    Bring your garden and food tradition stories to life at this Lab with teaching artist and storyteller Julie Ganey of Lifeline Theatre. Through... read more
    120 Minutes Lab PGP’s Community Cooking School at Broadway Armory Park
    2016-10-23
    8 PM

    A curated CIW Portal Connection with Yangon, Myanmar and Project&'s Working in America series.
    Storytelling is one of humanity’s most universal traits—it's been present in every single civilization that... read more
    Storytelling is one of humanity’s most universal traits—it's been present in every single civilization that has ever existed. At this Portal... read more
    180 Minutes Artist-in-Residence Special Event Daley Plaza

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