35 Years at Home: A Virtual 35th Anniversary Celebration

 
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About the experience

To commemorate 35 years of serving Chicago’s most vulnerable residents, we invite you to join us on September 13 at 1 PM for a one-of-a-kind virtual experience.

Hosted by Chicago drag personalities Lucy Stoole and Darby Lynn Cartwright, this virtual experience will address the past, present, and future of Chicago House’s work. We will also feature Chicago House staff, community leaders, and local performers throughout the live-streamed event.

If CDPH guidelines allow convenings of up to 10 people, we hope you’ll safely host your guests and tune in to the event on YouTube Live. Otherwise, we are excited for you and your guests to tune in from your respective locations. Help us keep the work of Chicago House front and center by taking photos and using #ChicagoHouse35.

FAQS

We hope these FAQs answer some of your common questions. Please contact us with any additional questions or concerns. 

  • What is this event? How does this work?

    • As a host, you can invite up to nine individuals to join this virtual experience. The weekend of the event, you’ll receive a special Chicago House 35th Anniversary Party Pack and a link for you and your guests to livestream the broadcast on your TV or mobile device.   

  • What will I receive?

    • This virtual event includes exclusive access to the live-streamed program, the 35th Anniversary Party Pack, and an investment in the future work of Chicago House. 

  • What is included in the 35th Anniversary Party Pack?

    • You’ll receive a bottle of Crystal Head Vodka, a bottle of champagne, a custom music playlist to enjoy before and after the livestream, Chicago House swag, and a gorgeous floral arrangement from one of our sponsors. We’ll be adding more value to this Party Pack, so get excited!

  • Do I need to cook?

    • We’ve partnered with longtime Chicago House and LGBTQ community supporter, J&L Catering, for a couple of curated brunch menus to create consistency across all satellite viewing locations . If you’d like to host a full brunch, we recommend ordering from J&L Catering. 10% of your purchase will benefit Chicago House! Contact us to start your order.

    • If you wish to prepare your own meal, or order brunch items from elsewhere, that is okay as well! 

  • Is it safe?

    • As a social service agency, we are committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our communities. We encourage you to host a virtual experience and follow the current guidelines from your local or state health department.

  • What technology do I need to access this event?

    • The livestream experience will be broadcast on YouTube Live and is best watched on a SmartTV or any television with a streaming device (e.g., Roku, Firestick, AppleTV or Chromecast). However, any mobile device (e.g., laptop, iPhone, iPad) is acceptable. Use what you feel is best for your invited group.

    • As with any streaming content, a steady and secure internet connection is recommended.

We look forward to celebrating 35 years of Chicago House with you and are grateful for your continued investment in this work! If you have any additional questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Eric or Tyler.

Become a Host Today

If you’d like to sign up as a host and commit to raising $1,000 or $2,500 for the event, please contact Eric Wilkerson.