Past events
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Connect with The U.S. Conference of Mayors
- Join USCM President Andrew J. Ginther, Mayor of Columbus Andrew J. Ginther, Mayor of Columbus (OH), Cherelle Parker, Mayor of Philadelphia (PA), Todd Gloria, Mayor of San Diego (CA), and Andre Dickens Mayor of Atlanta (GA)
- Wednesday, Aug 21
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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford
- Tuesday, Aug 20
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Convention Week Hub Pass
- Monday, Aug 19–8/22/2024
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Superintendent Larry B. Snelling
- Chicago Police Department
- Monday, Aug 12
- Watch the video
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Reducing Gun Violence: The Ecosystem of Public Safety
- moderated by WTTW's Chicago Tonight Host, Brandis Friedman, Panelists: Pamela Montgomery-Bosley (Purpose Over Pain of St. Sabina), Tim Daly (The Joyce Foundation), Dr. Rebecca Neusteter (UChicago Health Lab), Lorne Runnels (BlackRoots Alliance) and Eric Smith (BMO Bank / Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago)
- Thursday, Jul 25
- Watch the video
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From Legislation to Action: The Impact of Gun Safety Laws in Illinois
- moderated by G-PAC's President & CEO Kathleen Sances, Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Senate President Don Harmon, Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly
- Thursday, Jul 18
- Watch the video
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Countdown to the DNC
- Christy George (Executive Director, DNC Host Committee), Alex Hornbrook (Executive Director, DNC Committee) and John Roberson (City of Chicago, Chief Operating Officer)
- Thursday, Jul 11
- Watch the video
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City Club’s Ice Cream Social
- A Taste of How Community and Small Business Can Strengthen Chicago, Featuring Danielle Parker (Dion’s Chicago Dream) and Ida Nelson (Ida’s Artisanal Ice Cream) in conversation with City Club CEO Dan Gibbons
- Tuesday, Jun 25
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Patrick J. Kennedy: Profiles in Mental Health Courage
- Join us for a compelling conversation about the bravery and resilience of those living with mental illnesses and addictions.
- Tuesday, Jun 25
- Watch the video
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Illinois’ Abortion Reality: Serving as a National Access Point and Model for Patient-Centered Care
- moderated by State Senator Lakesia Collins, Panelists: Sarah Garza Resnick (Personal PAC), Megan Jeyifo (Chicago Abortion Fund), Chelsea Souder (Hope Clinic), Dr. Jonah Fleisher (UIHealth)
- Thursday, Jun 20
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Ellen Alberding
- President & CEO, The Joyce Foundation, In conversation with Laura Washington
- Tuesday, Jun 18
- Watch the video
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Press Forward Chicago: Strengthening Local News
- featuring remarks from The Chicago Community Trust President and CEO Andrea Sáenz and John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation President John Palfrey, Panelists: Sarah Conway (City Bureau), Jacqueline Serrato (South Side Weekly), Trina Reynolds-Tyler (Invisible Institute) & Mackenzie Warren (Medill Local News Accelerator). Moderated by Olivia Obineme (Public Narrative)
- Monday, Jun 10
- Watch the video
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Chicago on a Global Stage: How NASCAR Chicago Drives Tourism
- moderated by NBC Chicago 5's Leila Rahimi, Julie Giese (Chicago Street Race), Jeff Behnke (Motorsports, NBC Sports Group), Marty Snider (Pit Reporter, NBC Sports) and Kara Bachman (Chicago Sports Commission)
- Wednesday, Jun 5
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Water Innovation: Turning Waste into Health and Wealth
- moderated by Michael Hawthorne of the Chicago Tribune., Alaina Harkness (Executive Director of Current and CEO and principal investigator (PI) of Great Lakes ReNEW) and Junhong Chen (Crown Family Professor of Molecular Engineering in the UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Lead Water Strategist at Argonne National Laboratory)
- Tuesday, May 21
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Elevation of the Conversation with Governor J.B. Pritzker
- This event promises to be an evening of inspiration and insight as we delve into the Governor's "why" and explore ways to elevate the conversation in our civic community, all while enjoying drinks, hors d'oeuvres and amazing views from Chicago Cut’s brand-new Private Dining Room
- Friday, May 17
- Watch the video
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Joseph Kennedy III
- Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, U.S. Department of State
- Friday, May 3
- Watch the video
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Building Equity: Strategies for Addressing the Racial Wealth Gap Through Housing Policies
- Moderated by WBEZ's Erin Allen, Panelists: UChicago's Dr. Robert J. Chaskin, Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda, Chicago Community Trust's Marisa Novara
- Wednesday, May 1
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Next Stop Chicago: Promoting Investments in Infrastructure Beyond the DNC
- Abby Pucker, Anton Seals Jr., Devon van Houten Maldonado
- Monday, Apr 29
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Decriminalizing Adult Consensual Sex Work: Ensuring Safety, Rights, and Dignity
- moderated by Senator Celina Villanueva, Panelists: Brian C. Johnson (Equality Illinois) and Reyna Ortiz (TaskForce / SWAG)
- Thursday, Apr 25
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Collaborating for Equitable Development in Chicago
- featuring remarks from the Chicago Community President & CEO Andrea Sáenz, Panelists: Kendra Freeman (MPC), Kevin Goldsmith (JPMorgan Chase), Christen Wiggins (We Rise Together), Andraya Yousfi (By The Hand) / moderated by Brandis Freidman (WTTW, Chicago Tonight)
- Tuesday, Apr 23
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Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords
- Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords understands what it’s like to face overwhelming barriers. She also understands what it takes to get past them. From her scrappy Arizona childhood, to her bridge-building politics, to her remarkable recovery from traumatic injuries, Gabby personifies courage. Today she leads Giffords, the gun violence prevention organization she co-founded. Giffords is a nonprofit organization that shifts culture, changes policies, and challenges injustice, inspiring Americans across the country to fight gun violence.
- Wednesday, Apr 17
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Getting It Right: Civilian Oversight & Accountability of the Chicago Police Department
- Chief Administrator Andrea Kersten (COPA) and President Anthony Driver (CCPSA)
- Tuesday, Apr 9
- Watch the video
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Intergenerational Insights: A Philanthropic Fireside Chat
- Join John Palfrey, Andrea Sáenz and Dion Dawson for an insightful discussion on executive leadership and strategies for future-proofing the philanthropic sector
- Monday, Mar 18
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Marie Lynn Miranda
- Chancellor, University of Illinois Chicago, In conversation with Michael Fassnacht
- Thursday, Mar 14
- Watch the video
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Eileen O'Neill Burke
- Candidate, Cook County State's Attorney
- Monday, Mar 11
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Connect with The U.S. Conference of Mayors
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford
Convention Week Hub Pass
Superintendent Larry B. Snelling
Reducing Gun Violence: The Ecosystem of Public Safety
From Legislation to Action: The Impact of Gun Safety Laws in Illinois
Countdown to the DNC
City Club’s Ice Cream Social
Patrick J. Kennedy: Profiles in Mental Health Courage
Illinois’ Abortion Reality: Serving as a National Access Point and Model for Patient-Centered Care
Ellen Alberding
Press Forward Chicago: Strengthening Local News
Chicago on a Global Stage: How NASCAR Chicago Drives Tourism
Water Innovation: Turning Waste into Health and Wealth
Elevation of the Conversation with Governor J.B. Pritzker
Joseph Kennedy III
Building Equity: Strategies for Addressing the Racial Wealth Gap Through Housing Policies
Next Stop Chicago: Promoting Investments in Infrastructure Beyond the DNC
Decriminalizing Adult Consensual Sex Work: Ensuring Safety, Rights, and Dignity
Collaborating for Equitable Development in Chicago
Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords
Getting It Right: Civilian Oversight & Accountability of the Chicago Police Department
Intergenerational Insights: A Philanthropic Fireside Chat
Marie Lynn Miranda
Eileen O'Neill Burke
Upcoming events
Brookfield Zoo Chicago: A New Era for Wildlife and Conservation
Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Doors Open at 11:30 am / Event Begins at 12:00 pm
A Watershed Moment: Shedd Aquarium Celebrates Momentum for its Strategic Plan and for Chicago
Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025
Doors Open at 11:30 am / Event Begins at 12:00 pm
City Club of Chicago event tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are transferrable.
Our venues are wheelchair accessible. To request any other accessibility, please submit a request to info@cityclub-chicago.org
City Club of Chicago event tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are transferrable.
Our venues are wheelchair accessible. To request any other accessibility, please submit a request to info@cityclub-chicago.org
