University of Illinois Press Events Master Calendar
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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Join us for a conversation around Dr. Sarah Ohmer’s book, "The Keloids We Heal: Trauma, Spirituality, and Black Modernity in Literature." The book explores trauma, spirituality, and Black modernity across the United States, Brazil, and the Caribbean, engaging with the work of writers such as Toni Morrison, Conceição Evaristo, Maryse Condé, and Gloria Anzaldúa.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Author Susan Blumberg-Kason discusses CASL’s architectural history and its influence on other Chinatown landmarks, featuring the work of architects Brian Lee, Ernie Wong, and Jeanne Gang. Blumberg-Kason is the author of "When Friends Come From Afar: The Remarkable Story of Bernie Wong and Chicago’s Chinese American Service League" (University of Illinois Press, 2024).
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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Author Susan Blumberg-Kason discusses CASL’s architectural history and its influence on other Chinatown landmarks, featuring the work of architects Brian Lee, Ernie Wong, and Jeanne Gang. Blumberg-Kason is the author of "When Friends Come From Afar: The Remarkable Story of Bernie Wong and Chicago’s Chinese American Service League" (University of Illinois Press, 2024).
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Join photographer Jim Newberry for an early-evening celebration of his book, "Chicago Music, Seen: 100 Portraits" at LOULOU by Lula from 4-7pm on October 18th. Enjoy a conversation with Andrew Gill of Sound Opinions, live music by Girls of the Golden West, bites by the Lula Cafe team and a festive reception celebrating Chicago’s vibrant music scene.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Join photographer Jim Newberry at the Museum of Post Punk and Industrial Music for an afternoon celebrating the release of his new book, "Chicago Music, Seen."
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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Join Cathryn Prince for a talk about her latest book "For the Love of Labor: The Life of Pauline Newman."
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Join Cathryn Prince for a book talk about her latest release, "For the Love of Labor: The Life of Pauline Newman."
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Cathryn Prince, author of "For the Love of Labor," will be in conversation with Amy Levine-Kennedy at Fordham University's Lincoln Center Campus.
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Sarah Ohmer and co-presenters discuss "The Keloids We Heal", exploring trauma, spirituality, and the power of literature by women of color as a space for resistance and healing.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Join Stephen Wade as he performs as part of The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society at The Roots Cellar to celebrate his books, "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us".
Sunday, November 8, 2026
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Join The Loved One bookstore in celebrating the release of Jim Newberry's latest book, "Chicago Music, Seen." Books will be available for purchase.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us", will be at The Newberry Library on November 11, 2026 at 4 pm. For more information: Call 312-943-9090
Sunday, December 6, 2026
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Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us" will be at Godfrey Daniels on December 6, 2026 at 8 pm. For more information, please contact 610-867-2390 or Reservations@godfreydaniels.org
Thursday, April 22, 2027
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Join Stephen Wade, author of "Our Common Life" and "The Beautiful Music All Around Us," for a performance at Lansdowne Folk Club.