What we’re about
This group is for fans of Japanese anime, manga, and media. We gather to discuss our favorite shows, share recommendations, and more.
Join us on Discord (Linktr.ee for WhatsApp/photo albums/groupchats).
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We hope it provides a safe space for people who like all things anime, including cosplay, gaming, and geek culture. With this group, you can expect events like conventions, films at local theaters, seasonal anime screenings, arcade nights, and more!
Our reoccurring events include the following:
- Seasonal Anime Screening (once a season)
- Arcade Nights (every month)
- Bring Your Own Manga Book Club (every month at a new coffee shop)
If you have any event suggestions feel free to message to the organizers. If you would like to host events, don't hesitate to reach out. :D
We have a girl's group (get in touch with Neikey, one of our organizers), and a guy's group (get in touch with Mike, one of our organizers) to provide a safe space for people and allow people to hang out offline. There's also an outdoors, and food group found on linktr.ee.
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Don't Forget To Be Awesome!
(All of our members must adhere to our Code of Conduct.)
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Cover image is inspired by INT'L Cafe Chicago.
Upcoming events (4+)
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meetup for chicago anime hangouts! hope to have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D
this will be facilitated on Discord.
what will we be playing?
i think i'm thinking more party games, such as the activities Discord has (think garticphone, or similar), Jackbox, Golf with Friends (paid), Spyfall, Skribbl, or low-maintenance ones.i'm also on Steam so if there is anything online co-op i'm down to play it.
this is pretty informal, and will change depending on turnout. (eg gartic phone supports up to 16, Golf with Friends supports up to 12.)
- World Dumpling Fest (Logan Square)Paseo Prairie Community Garden @ Logan Square CTA Blue Line, Chicago, IL
meetup for chicago anime hangouts! hope to have conversations about anime, and manga and more. just show up :D
i’ll have a meetup sign but will use comments, chat or other communication methods to message.
schedule:
4:00 pm: meet-up outside of Paseo Prairie Community Garden, (2600 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647), before checking out the vendors at the location (Logan Square Park, 3150 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647) (200 ft away).***********************
Scheduled Vendors:
Empanadas – Cafe Tola (Latin American)
Emparogi – Polombia (Columbian & Polish Fusion)
Falafel – Shawarma Point (Middle Eastern)
Tandoor & Chaat – Tandoor Char House (Indian)
Bakery – Home Bakery (Polish)
Pierogi – Kurtos R Us (Polish)
Pot Stickers – Lee Concessions (Chinese)
Tank Kitchen – (Vietnamese)
Teera Thai – (Thai)
Mochinut Donuts – (Japanese)Merchandise:
Jewelry – Terra and Talia
Stickers – MujiStudio
Jewelry/ Clothing – Serendipity Chicago
Crochet – Pim Thai
Clothing – Baizaar
Earrings/Stickers – Divine Fem Finds
Towels – Neat Job Solutions
Jewelry – Kikas Jewelry Boutique
Olive Oils – Laconic Foods
Clothing – Keemkale Batik//
about:
World Dumpling Fest celebrates diverse cultures throughout Chicago and the world with music, dance, and of course, dumplings! The Chicago Cultural Alliance is excited to host our fourth World Dumpling Fest at a brand-new venue.This all-ages event features food, music, and local small businesses sharing their cultural identities through their respective crafts. World Dumpling Fest features diverse cultural “dumplings” from +10 neighborhood-based restaurants in and around Chicago.
World Dumpling Fest is a fundraiser held to support the work of the Chicago Cultural Alliance with the mission of supporting, promoting and advocating for over 40 centers of cultural heritage from around the Chicagoland area. We hope that you will take the time to learn more about the centers we represent, visit their centers, volunteer for them, and otherwise support their work!--
Event Hours:
12-9pm
