And our monthly meeting is the first Wednesday of every month.
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show - March 22nd
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show is an “edu-comedy” revue blending sketch, improv, and satire to explore why getting around Chicago feels so bad — and why it doesn’t have to. From car crashes to congestion, jaywalking myths to “just one more lane” logic, this show takes on the systems behind our streets, not just the people stuck using them.
Single Stair 101 Webinar
Join Abundant Housing Illinois and Strong Towns Chicago for an informational webinar about Single Stair building code reform.
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
March Volunteer Night
Join Strong Towns Chicago leads to grow our organization and move our initiatives forward! A great way to meet fellow urban enthusiasts! All are welcome and no technical expertise necessary but bringing a computer is recommended!
March Book Club | "Life After Cars"
Join us as we dig into Life After Cars by the hosts of The War on Cars podcast. This national bestseller examines the real costs of car dependence and makes the case that a better future is possible. You don't have to have finished the book to join. Come curious, and enjoy the conversation!
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
April Monthly Meeting
Meetup with Strong Towns Chicago leads and fellow volunteers to discuss ongoing initiatives and ways to get involved. This event is free and open to all ages! Newcomers VERY welcome.
Urbanist Happy Hour
Happy hour following Better Streets Chicago's "Life After Cars | An Evening with War on Cars"!
Space is limited to 50 people due to capacity constraints at the bar.
Tax & The City | A Big Tent Urbanist Event
Can untaxing buildings breathe new life into the Windy City? Join us on Thursday, April 30th for an evening of comedy, conversation & connection as we explore how shifting taxes off homes and onto land can blast blight, ignite investment and fortify Chicago’s fiscal future.
May Book Club | "The Unfinished Metropolis"
Join us as we discuss The Unfinished Metropolis by Benjamin Schneider. The book explores why America keeps building the same outdated freeways, sprawl, and office parks, and what a bolder, more livable future could look like. You don't have to have finished the book to join. Come curious, and enjoy the conversation!
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show - March 15th
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show is an “edu-comedy” revue blending sketch, improv, and satire to explore why getting around Chicago feels so bad — and why it doesn’t have to. From car crashes to congestion, jaywalking myths to “just one more lane” logic, this show takes on the systems behind our streets, not just the people stuck using them.
Winter Biking 101
Join our Winter Biking 101 workshop to learn the simple gear, bike setup, and riding techniques that help you stay warm, safe, and confident on cold and snowy streets!
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show - March 8th
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show is an “edu-comedy” revue blending sketch, improv, and satire to explore why getting around Chicago feels so bad — and why it doesn’t have to. From car crashes to congestion, jaywalking myths to “just one more lane” logic, this show takes on the systems behind our streets, not just the people stuck using them.
March Monthly Meeting
Meetup with Strong Towns Chicago leads and fellow volunteers to discuss ongoing initiatives and ways to get involved.
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group - February 24th
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
February Book Club | "Fighting Traffic"
Discuss "Fighting Traffic" by Peter Norton at Strong Towns Chicago's February book club!
CANCELED - Transit & Safe Streets Working Group - February 17th
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
GIS Workshop
Learn spatial analysis and cartographic techniques to get things done in your neighborhood.
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show - February 15th
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show is an “edu-comedy” revue blending sketch, improv, and satire to explore why getting around Chicago feels so bad — and why it doesn’t have to. From car crashes to congestion, jaywalking myths to “just one more lane” logic, this show takes on the systems behind our streets, not just the people stuck using them.
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group - February 10th
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
February Volunteer Night
Join Strong Towns Chicago leads to grow our organization and move our initiatives forward! A great way to meet fellow urban enthusiasts! No technical expertise necessary. You can help us plan events, brainstorm future initiatives, create social media content, design graphics, code, research, and more!
February Monthly Meeting
Meetup with Strong Towns Chicago leads and fellow volunteers to discuss ongoing initiatives and ways to get involved.
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group - February 3rd
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show - February 1st
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show. Why It Sucks to Walk or Drive in Chicago (and How We Can Fix It)
Walking in Chicago can feel stressful. Driving can feel chaotic, angry, and exhausting. Somehow, everyone feels miserable, and we’ve all decided that’s just “city life.” But what if it’s not?
Safe Streets: The Comedy Show is an “edu-comedy” revue blending sketch, improv, and satire to explore why getting around Chicago feels so bad — and why it doesn’t have to. From car crashes to congestion, jaywalking myths to “just one more lane” logic, this show takes on the systems behind our streets, not just the people stuck using them.
The show features fast-paced comedy sketches alongside a short, live on-stage interview with local leaders and advocates working on traffic safety and street design in Chicago.
Come laugh, learn, and join in on how we can make Chicago a better place for everyone.
Feb 1 guests: Better Streets Chicago & Active Transportation Alliance
First Strong Towns Chicago Parents and Families Meetup
Come meet other parents raising their kids in the city and discuss ideas for making Chicago even better for families. Bring your littles for playtime, too!
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group
Join us this winter for our weekly meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit and safe street initiatives forward. We’ll brainstorm projects, share updates, and coordinate next steps for better service, safer streets, and stronger neighborhoods.
ReVive Center for Housing and Healing Walking Tour 👟
Join Strong Towns Chicago for a guided walking tour of the Revive Center for Housing and Healing, hosted by ReVive’s Director of Programs.
Transit & Safe Streets Working Group
Join us this winter for a weekly meetup to move Chicago’s transit initiatives forward!
January Book Club - Killed by a Traffic Engineer by Wes Marshall 📚 💬
Meet up with us at New Wave Coffee in Logan Square on Sunday, January 18th at 11 AM as we discuss Killed by a Traffic Engineer by Wes Marshall for this month's book club.
Chicago City Charter Chat 🗣️💬
Join a discussion on Chicago's lack of a city charter and its impact on residents. We'll explore how city government structure affects issues like housing, safety, transit, and more.
January Volunteer Night 🤝
Join Strong Towns Chicago leads to grow our organization and move our initiatives forward! A great way to meet fellow urban enthusiasts! No technical expertise necessary. You can help us plan events, brainstorm future initiatives, create social media content, design graphics, code, research, and more!
Transit Tuesday
Join us this winter for Transit Tuesdays—our meetup dedicated to moving Chicago’s transit initiatives forward.
Canva Workshop 🎨 💻
Learn practical design principles to reach others about urbanist causes and social issues!
January Monthly Meeting 🗓️💪
Join us for our monthly meeting on January 7th at 6:30pm at the Near North Branch Library. This event is free and open to all ages! Newcomers VERY welcome.
Big Tent Urbanist Holiday Party! ☃️⛺
Save the date for the second annual Big Tent Holiday party being planned for Wednesday December 17. Eventbrite link in event details!
Transit Tuesday Meetup! 🚆🚌
Join us this winter for Transit Tuesdays—a meetup to move Chicago’s transit initiatives forward!
December Monthly Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting on December 3rd at 6:30 at the Near North Branch Library. This event is free and open to all ages! Newcomers VERY welcome.
November Volunteer Night
Join Strong Towns Chicago leads to grow our organization and move our initiatives forward! A great way to meet fellow urban enthusiasts! No technical expertise necessary. You can help us plan events, brainstorm future initiatives, create social media content, design graphics, code, research, and more!
Thanksgiving Party
Gather with Strong Towns Chicago at Black Barrel Tavern in West Loop on November 20 starting at 6:30. We will be reflecting on the accomplishments of the past year, what we're thankful for, and looking ahead!