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Sunday, November 8, 2026
Once a month readers gather at Dorothy to read together in good company. On November 8th Silent Book Club is joined by The Last Chapter Chicago. Entry is always free.
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Fri, Oct 16
10 PM - 2 AM
Dorothy, Chicago
Monthly queer karaoke night for women, trans folks, and allies. Sing, drink, and celebrate at Dorothy's 1970s lounge in Chicago.
Monthly
Sun, Oct 18
7 PM - 11 PM
Dorothy, Chicago

Mon, Oct 19
7 PM - 9 PM
Dorothy, Chicago

Tue, Oct 20
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dorothy, Chicago

Wed, Oct 21
7 PM - 11 PM
Dorothy, Chicago

Thu, Oct 22
7 PM - 11 PM
Dorothy, Chicago
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