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• Breakfast at Roggenart's [Boystown]

  • When
    Sunday, November 02, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM - 11:59 AM
  • Location
    Roggenart, 3500 N Halsted, 60657
  • Registered
    9 registrants

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  Join CPT for a cozy breakfast at Roggenart (3500 N Halsted) on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM. (Please note that Daylight Saving Time ends today, so be sure to set your clock back — don't be an hour early!)

  Roggenart is a European-style bakery and bistro known for baking everything from scratch in small batches—flaky croissants, inventive pastries, savory quiches, and hearty baked goods—all paired with excellent coffee.

  Founded in June 2017 by Neman Popov, Roggenart was born from a passion for European café culture and a desire to create a “feel-good place” where guests could savor artisanal treats in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. We pride ourselves on baking everything from scratch daily, in small batches, ensuring unparalleled freshness and flavor.

  Bring your appetite (and maybe a friend) — we’ll enjoy good food, warm vibes, and great conversation.

  See the menu here: https://order.online/store/Roggenart-34681459?hideModal=true&pickup=true

  
  

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• Dinner at Roscoe's [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, November 04, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Roscoe's Tavern, 3356 N. Halsted, Chicago IL

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  Roscoe's is a great place to get a quick dinner on a weeknight. Be sure to ask your attractive server about the $5 special on Smashburgers!

  After dinner, most of us will walk across the street for OUTspoken at Sidetrack. Of course, you are welcome to join us for dinner at Roscoe's whether or not you plan to attend OUTspoken afterward.

  Please register if you plan to join us for dinner and register separately for OUTspoken if you plan to attend that as well.

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• OUTspoken at Sidetrack [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, November 04, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack Video Bar, 3349 N. Halsted, Chicago IL

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  On the first Tuesday of each month, Sidetrack Video Bar hosts OUTspoken, an LGBTQ+ storytelling event. OUTspoken consistently features entertaining and thought-provoking stories, all of which have some gay connection.

  Some of us will meet at Roscoe's Tavern at 3356 N. Halsted for dinner at 5:30 p.m. before crossing the street to Sidetrack at around 6:30–6:45 p.m. Please register separately for dinner at Roscoe's if you plan to join us there.

  Please register online and also contact Bob to let him know whether you would like to attend dinner at Roscoe's, OUTspoken at Sidetrack, or both.
  

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, November 05, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

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  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• CPT inducted into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame!

  • When
    Thursday, November 06, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

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  Chicago PrimeTimers has been selected for induction into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame!

  CPT will join the ranks of Chicago organizations and leaders such as Season of Concern and Urban Pride.

  Founded in 1991, the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame honors individuals and organizations that have made significant, lasting contributions to the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago. It is one of the first and longest-running LGBTQ+ halls of fame in the world, recognizing those whose work has strengthened culture, visibility, health, dignity, and community life.

  The induction ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 6, at the Chicago History Museum. Inductees are asked to arrive at 5:00 p.m.; general attendees may arrive between 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. Admission is free, but pre-registration with the Hall of Fame Committee is required. Members must register by October 30. And you must also reserve a free ticket through the Hall of Fame website here: https://chicagolgbthalloffame.org/rsvp/

  Chicago PrimeTimers extends its heartfelt appreciation to the countless volunteers whose dedication over the years has led to this proud and well-deserved honor.

  Read the press release here.

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• November Open Social [Lakeview]

  • When
    Sunday, November 09, 2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Ann Sather, 909 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL
  • Spaces left
    45

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  We are thrilled to announce that our very own Mark Forbis is curating a lineup of talented club members for this year’s much-anticipated event.

  Expect a captivating blend of music and spoken performances, all featuring our talented members, making this annual gathering truly unforgettable.

  And for an extra touch of festivity, Adolfo at Ann Sather is preparing a special Thanksgiving buffet!

  This is your chance to be entertained, inspired, and to celebrate the remarkable creativity and dedication of our club.

  This month the door prize winner will split the cash! Make sure you participate by buying one ticket for $1 or six for $5!

  Doors open at 5:30 PM. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM.

  Price Structure: Ann Sather and Chicago PrimeTimers have worked together to keep the Monthly Open Social affordable at a price of only $25 per person. However, this price is available only for members who register and prepay online by the Thursday before the event. The price is $30 for all others, including nonmembers, members who pay at the door, and members who register and prepay after the Thursday before the event. 

  Your ticket includes a full buffet featuring a selection of entrées, seasonal vegetables, fresh salad, desserts, and unlimited coffee and tea — and sometimes even Ann Sather’s famous cinnamon rolls when available. Soft drink cans are available for $3, and juices and smoothies for $5. Please bring exact change for those items. 

  Do yourself a favor — save money by registering and prepaying online by Thursday, November 6!

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

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  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents Gravy Train [Boystown]

  • When
    Saturday, November 15, 2025
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago IL

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  Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents Gravy Train, an afternoon of seasonal show tunes (both on and off Broadway) as well as pop, jazz, and more! Look for our very own Mark Forbis on piano amongst a panoply of talented cabaret performers. There is no admission charge and no drink minimum!

  Since 2019 the Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret has performed at various cabaret and other musical venues around Chicago, such as Drew's on Halsted, the Drifter, and Sidetrack. The Wilde Cabaret helps to expand Lakeside Pride's musical reach into venues where instrumental groups may not be as easily accommodated, and provides performance opportunities to singers and pianists who enjoy Broadway, pop, jazz and folk music. We also partner with our sponsoring ensemble, the Lakeside Pride Jazz Orchestra, and other small jazz ensembles in the organization to provide vocalists when needed.

  
  

  
  

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• Free monthly organ concert at Loyola University [Rogers Park]

  • When
    Sunday, November 16, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Madonna della Strada Chapel, 6453 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL

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  Loyola University offers a free monthly organ concert at The Madonna della Strada Chapel on the third Sunday of each month at 3:00 p.m.

  The Chapel is home to the Goulding and Wood Opus 47, the Katheryn “Kay” Stamm Memorial Organ, which is is the musical crown jewel of the chapel.

  Admission and parking are free in the main parking structure; enter at Kenmore and West Sheridan Road. All are welcome.

  Information about upcoming concerts may be found here.

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: The Orphan from Shepherds Keep [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

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  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  October's selection is The Orphan from Shepherds Keep by Lindsay Law.

  The townsfolk describe him as “prettier than a boy should be.” ELI APPLE is embarrassed by such remarks but soon learns to celebrate all the pleasures his beauty invites. He possesses the voice of an angel and the sound of his tender falsetto echoes throughout the green forests that surround his New England home. A rough, older boy, FERRIS COOPER, dazzled by the youngster’s loveliness and captivated by the hymns he sings, secretly follows him on his daily walks. And into both their lives arrives BENJAMIN BERGER, savior to one and beloved by the other. The adventures of these three men become entwined in a surprising tapestry of love and betrayal over the course of thirty years.

  Straddling the worlds of music, religion, and art, and set in an era that begins with Ronald Reagan describing America as a “shining city on a hill” and ends with Donald Trump’s legacy of “American carnage,” these characters come of age while America is coming apart. They celebrate as gay marriage is legalized and suffer as gun violence explodes across the country. And when a deadly virus threatens and nations close their borders, they must struggle to survive in an America they no longer recognize.

  Emulating the warmth and complexity of male friendships as portrayed in Hannah Yanagihara’s A LITTLE LIFE while also embracing the earthy sensuality of the same-sex couples in Garth Greenwell’s CLEANNESS, the characters in THE ORPHAN FROM SHEPHERDS KEEP are real and imperfect and utterly unforgettable.

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for a discussion of this memorable story of three men, three intertwined lives, one rightful place in each other's heart.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, November 19, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Lunch at Thai Pastry [Edgewater]

  • When
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Thai Pastry, 1113 W. Argyle, Chicago IL

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  We return to Thai Pastry, a hidden gem in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood. Thai Pastry features traditional Thai cuisine, including pad Thai, egg rolls, soups, salads, and more. Menu items start at $15.

  Thai Pastry is located at 1113 W. Argyle and can be easily reached by taking the Red Line to Argyle. The restaurant is directly across the street from The Argyle Red Line Station. Thai Pastry can also be reached by taking the #36 Bus to the Broadway/Argyle stop, or the #151 Bus to the North Sheridan/Argyle stop. The restaurant is a short walk from each of these stops. Street parking is limited.

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• AS YOU LIKE IT at Writers Theater with LGBT Group [Glencoe]

  • When
    Saturday, November 22, 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Writers Theater, 325 Tudor Court, Glencoe, IL 60022

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  Writers Theatre warmly invites members of the LGBTQ+ community to an afternoon at the theatre! Enjoy a pre-show reception with the WT LGBTQ+ affinity group at 1 PM, followed by the performance of As You Like It.

  Special Offer: Use code AYLICOMMUNITY to get tickets for $30. No separate event registration is required—just use the promo code when purchasing.

  Buy tickets here.
  

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• Drag Queen Bingo at Hamburger Mary's to benefit CPT! [Edgewater]

  • When
    Sunday, November 23, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Hamburger Mary's, 1055 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago IL

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  Good friends! Great food and drink! Drag Queens AND Bingo! Does it get any better? Yes, it does!!! You get all this fun while raising funds for Chicago PrimeTimers!

  Make your reservation at Hamburger Mary’s and join in the fun on Sunday, November 23rd.

  Bingo cards are $20 CASH per person with proceeds benefitting CPT. Food and beverage may be purchased using credit or debit cards. For best table service, we recommend that you arrive between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. for a relaxing drink and dining. Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m.

  There is free street parking on Sunday as well as a parking lot available behind the restaurant.

  Again, to participate, you (and your guests) MUST make your reservation at Hamburger Mary’s and register on this page.

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• 3670, a new Korean gay film from OSA at Facets [Lincoln Park]

  • When
    Monday, November 24, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    FACETS. 1517 W FULLERTON

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  Join CPT members for the Chicago premiere of a new film from South Korea, 3670

  In 3670, a North Korean defector in Seoul quietly navigates two worlds: one shaped by exile and another by his awakening queer identity. Joonho Park’s feature debut is a moving, understated portrait of belonging and self-discovery, illuminating a rarely seen intersection of Korean life with grace, empathy, and cinematic restraint.

  Cheol-jun, a young North Korean defector, has built a fragile new life in Seoul. To his fellow defectors, he’s a quiet, hardworking man—yet he conceals another truth: he’s gay. Living between fear and desire, he begins exploring Seoul’s underground queer community, where coded messages like “3670” (“Meet at Exit 6, Jongno 3-ga, 7 p.m.”) mark places of connection and refuge.

  As Cheol-jun’s double life deepens, he struggles to reconcile the two versions of himself—the dutiful newcomer seeking acceptance and the man craving freedom and intimacy. Park’s patient, observational style transforms the ordinary—bus rides, casual chats, late-night walks—into moments of aching humanity.

  Selected Reviews

  ⭐ Screen Anarchy:

  “Fresh, vibrant, and deeply human… 3670 avoids melodrama, instead finding quiet power in the rhythms of everyday life and the courage to be seen.”

  ⭐ The Korea Times:

  “Park turns a simple meeting code into a metaphor for visibility and belonging. 3670 is both intimate and political—one of the most empathetic portraits yet of queer life in modern Korea.”

  ⭐ Kaist455 Film Blog:

  “Another remarkable Korean queer film—honest, restrained, and compassionate. Park Joonho’s direction recalls early Lee Chang-dong in its emotional precision.”

  ⭐ X-clusive.sg:

  “A tender study of displacement and desire. Cho You-hyun delivers a career-defining performance as a man searching for home.”

  Venue: Facets, 1517 W. Fullerton (just west of DePaul) Accessible by the Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple Line stop, or the Ashland and Fullerton buses. Street parking is usually available.

  Extras: Enjoy cocktails and classic movie snacks before the screening and during the post-film conversation.

  Note: These exclusive Queer Expression selections are not available on streaming platforms. Past premieres—like Sebastian, Queen Tut, Horseplay, and Eismayer—only became available to stream well after their in-person debuts.

  Please sign up on our site to reserve your spot—but your reservation is not complete until your ticket purchase is made HERE: https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/3670

  Tickets are not available through Facets. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door on the night of the screening, but advance purchase is strongly recommended.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, November 26, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Thanksgiving Lunch at PAULINE'S! [Ravenswood]

  • When
    Thursday, November 27, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    1754 West Balmoral Avenue

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  You're Invited: The CPT Family's 3rd Annual Classic Thanksgiving Lunch at Pauline's Diner!

  Step back in time and join us for a hearty, old-fashioned Thanksgiving meal at the beloved Pauline’s Diner—a local gem known for its warm hospitality and classic comfort food.

  Just like last year, there's no need to stress over the menu. Every guest will be served a generous plate piled high with roast turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, and all the traditional fixings—topped off with a delicious dessert (yes, there will be pie!).

  Pauline’s has been serving up homestyle meals for decades, and this year’s gathering promises to be just as memorable. It’s a great chance to catch up, share laughs, and enjoy a timeless Thanksgiving feast with the CPT community.

  A quick note from Pauline’s staff (via David Zak): Bringing your own booze is totally fine—but let’s keep it festive, not rowdy.

  We expect the cost to be around $27 per person for the Thanksgiving special, and plan to bring additional for cash and tip. We’ll confirm the final details closer to the date.

  Don’t miss it—we can’t wait to see you there!

  
  

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• DORIAN at Open Space Arts [Uptown]

  • When
    Sunday, November 30, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    1411 W Wilson

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  DORIAN is a thrilling, queer-forward remix of Oscar Wilde’s timeless The Picture of Dorian Gray—intertwining the fictional tale of eternal youth and corruption with the very real story of Wilde himself and his tragic fate. Adapted by Phoebe Eclair-Powell and Owen Horsley, this bold and visually stunning stage version reimagines the myth through a modern queer lens.

  In a world obsessed with beauty and power, what happens when someone is given the chance to remain perfect—forever? DORIAN dives headfirst into vanity, desire, and the danger of refusing to age, illuminating the darkest corners of our obsession with self-image, fame, and societal judgment.

  Directed by Aaron Holland and featuring a powerhouse cast—Luke Gerdes, Anthony Kayer, and Brian Kaluga—DORIAN fuses gothic horror, biting satire, and cabaret flair into an unforgettable night of theater.

  Please sign up on our site to reserve your spot—but your reservation is not complete until your ticket purchase is made at Open Space Arts.   Read the online stagebill here. 

  
  

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater]

  • When
    Sunday, November 30, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  Wind up your Thanksgiving weekend with us at Big Chicks!

  As each month winds down, CPT members come together for a casual evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!).
  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The vibe is laid-back, with people moving around and joining different conversations throughout the evening. Sometimes the service might be a bit slow, but who minds when you’re surrounded by old friends and making new ones?

  We typically start gathering around 6 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8 PM.

  Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.
  

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, December 03, 2025
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• FUSION: A Holiday Happening at Lips supporting OSA [South Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, December 03, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Lips, 2229 S Michigan, Chicago, 60616

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  Open Space Arts (OSA) is thrilled to announce the launch of FUSION, a brand-new performance series blending the energy of Broadway with the intimacy of cabaret. The inaugural event, “FUSION: A Holiday Happening!”, will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at the iconic Lips Chicago (2229 S. Michigan Ave.).

  This one-night-only holiday celebration promises an unforgettable evening where Broadway hits, holiday classics, and cabaret sparkle collide— all to benefit the programs of Open Space Arts, Chicago’s home for innovative, inclusive theater and film.

  Event Details

  Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
  Venue: Lips Chicago, 2229 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60616
  ⏰ Doors Open: 6:00 PM • Show: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

  ️ Ticket Levels:

  • VIP Front Tables – $60 single / $100 couple (includes drink ticket for beer or wine) 
  • Second Tier Table Seating – $45 
  • Rear Sitting Area – $25

  Featuring

  • Kevin Wood– Host & Emcee 
  • Shalita Cake 
  • David Meulemanns 
  • Jimmy Hogan
  • Mark Forbis
  • Emma Samuelson
  • Mrs. Yuka Layme

  Please sign up on our site to reserve your spot—but your reservation is not complete until your ticket purchase is made at Open Space Arts.

  
  

  
  

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• Lunch at Beard & Belly [Edgewater]

  • When
    Thursday, December 18, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    6157 N. Broadway, Chicago IL

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   December CPT Lunch – Back to Beard & Belly! 

  We’re heading back to one of our favorite cozy comfort-food spots! Join us for the December CPT Lunch at Beard & Belly in Edgewater—where the portions are hearty, the flavors are nostalgic, and the desserts are worth saving room for.

    Date: Thursday, December 18
    Time: 12:00 PM
    Location: Beard & Belly, 6157 N Broadway, Chicago

  Why we love Beard & Belly:
  This neighborhood spot is known for its creative twists on Midwestern comfort food—think juicy smash burgers, tender roasted meats, crispy fries, savory pot pies, and seasonal soups that warm you right up. Vegetarians aren’t left out either, with delicious veggie-forward options and inventive sides.

  And don’t forget dessert! Beard & Belly partners with Honeypie Bakeshop, bringing in some of the best homemade pies, cookies, and sweets in the city—perfect for those who believe lunch isn’t complete without a slice of something sweet.

  Getting There:

  • #36 Bus to Broadway & Granville

  • Red Line to Granville Station – exit, turn left, and walk a short block to Granville & Broadway

  • Street parking is limited, so public transit is a great choice

  Take a peek at the menu or drool in advance at: www.beardandbellychicago.com

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• CHRISTMAS DINNER at Andie's [Andersonville]

  • When
    Thursday, December 25, 2025
  •  
    12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Andies Restaurant, 5253 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

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  Christmas Dinner at Andie’s

  Join us for a festive midday Christmas gathering at Andie’s Restaurant, one of our longtime PrimeTimer favorites!

  Please register by Christmas Eve so we can let Andie’s know how many of us to expect.

  Andie’s describes its Mediterranean cuisine this way:
  “Fresh and healthy ingredients go into every plate. Mediterranean dishes are among the most flavorful, fresh, and varied cuisines in the culinary world—and one of the healthiest eating styles. Our hearty pasta dishes, sauces, and dips are all homemade and change with the seasons. We cook locally and seasonally, sourcing produce from local farms whenever possible.”

  For Christmas Day, Andie’s will offer a limited holiday menu, but the choices are always tasty, hearty, and satisfying.

  The #22 Clark Bus provides an easy public transportation option.

  Please refer to the menu to familiarize yourself with Andie's Mediterranean cuisine and prices. The 22 Clark Bus is a great public transportation option.

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater]

  • When
    Sunday, December 28, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  Celebrate the End of the Year with CPT at Big Chicks — Saturday, December 28!

  Join us as we close out 2025 with friends, laughter, and cheer at one of our favorite neighborhood hangouts — Big Chicks!

  As the year winds down, CPT members will gather for a festive evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. It’s our final get-together of the year, so come raise a glass and toast to new memories and the year ahead!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left — that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!).

  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, with plenty of tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The atmosphere is relaxed and social — folks move around, chat, and catch up throughout the evening. Service might be a bit leisurely, but no one minds when the company’s this good! Please note the bar is CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM to help you out!

  We’ll start gathering around 6 PM, and most of us will wrap up by 8 PM.

  Don’t miss this end-of-year celebration with the CPT community — a perfect way to finish 2025 surrounded by friends!

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