Check out today’s event Afrofuturism Rise of the Black Superhero at the Woodson Regional Library, at 1:30 pm. Panelist for the event includes Chelsea Frazier, a Ph.D. candidate, Ytasha Womack author of the Rayla 2212 series and Afrofuturism: The World of Black Sci-fi and Fantasy Culture, Dr. Stanford Carpenter, and Jiba Anderson. The panel will be moderated by Rachell Montgomery.
Where: Woodson Regional Library, 9525 S. Halsted St.
When: May 19, 2018
Time: 1:30 pm — 3:30 pm
Check out tonight’s Family Night event with Austin Community Family Center and Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development (BUILD) to help the Austin community. This community event will happen on Friday (April 20) at 4 pm is open for all-ages. Guests can play a variety of activities such as basketball tournaments, dance contests, bingo, and more. Hope to see you there.
Where: 5100 W. Harrison St.
When: April 20, 2018
Time: 4: 00 pm
Check out tonight’s Liberation Imagined event at Chicago State University. This free event will happen on Monday (April 9) at 6 pm. Since the movie Black Panther was released there has been a lot of talk about the genre that is Afrofuturism as well as what it means to be a black superhero in modern times. Panelist for the event includes Ashley Woods, illustrator for the Niobe series and Dark Horse Tomb Raider, Ytasha Womack, author of the Rayla 2212 series and book Post Black, Stacey Robinson, and Jiba Anderson. Hope to see you there!
Where: Gwendolyn Brooks Library, 9501 S. King Drive
When: April 9, 2018
Time: 6: 00 pm – 8: 00 pm
Do you enjoy reading diverse stories? Or maybe you’re looking for a new story to add to your archives. Check out Kevin Sorrell‘s latest project Shadow of Destiny on Amazon here.
Sorrell is a full-time writer and creator based in Houston, Texas who’s known for “The Life and Times of Abigail Walker” which is a 2017 Glyph Comics Award nominated webcomic. The comic is updated on Wednesdays and Fridays and you can read the comic here.
Sorry for the delay party people. Life has been real, but now more than ever we need quality content, good vibes, and positivity. If you are a person of color that’s a content creator and working to make the world a better place let us know. We at Second City Chronicle are dedicated to inspiring Millenials, business owners, and creatives on how to become successful at their craft and elevate their skills to the next level.
If you’re serious about making a difference let us know. If you know someone making moves and chasing their dreams let us know. We thank the team at @BlackComicsChat podcast and all the creators they have chatted that have been a source of inspiration. Also, thank you @Ebonstorm for saying the hashtag #AmplifytheAwesome. Spread the word to your fellow creators that we’re back. Now let’s make a difference together. #AmplifytheAwesome
Hello, hip-hop fans! Limitless Soundz will be performing at The Promontory located at 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. Limitless Soundz just released his latest album Ignorant Intelligence. Come on Chi-town let’s kick off this new month the right way. You can purchase tickets here. Doors open for this show at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. Also, there’s a cover charge of $10 and $25 for VIP.
Where: Bessie Coleman Library, 731 E 63rd St.(Under the Cottage Grove Green Line EL)
When: Saturday, August 26
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Hello, hip-hop heads and music lovers! Limitless Soundz is back with a brand new album Ignorant Intelligence. That’s right Chicago it’s time to get blessed with some of that Pan African Trap Solution rap. You can purchase this dope project here.
Hello, music fans! Check out Eat and Thrive Music Festival on March 24- 26, 2017. The music festival is located at 1262 N. Milwaukee Ave. Come on out and support theese dope artists. We hope to see you there.
