ChiTribe

☀️🌴Time to dust off the summer linen...

Our biggest summer happy hour of the year is officially back! Join other Chicago Jews (and your non-Jewish friends!) at Barcocina on Thursday, July 9th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
New to Chicago? Looking to date? Just want an excuse to sit on a gorgeous patio? You, your crew, and your non-Jewish friends are all invited.

👔 THE THEME: Resort Wear! Think summer linens, floral prints, and your best vacation-ready fits. 
🏆 THE CONTEST: We’re giving away a free ticket to our next happy hour (and major bragging rights) to the person with the best on-theme outfit!
🚨 SUPER EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: To sweeten the deal, tickets are only $10 right now until June 10th! Don’t sleep on this, because the price will go up.

Tell your friends, grab your linen shirts, and let’s vibe with the Tribe on the amazing Barcocina patio. It’s summer in Chicago—let’s enjoy it while it lasts!

👉 Get tickets through our linktree or at this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985733524426?aff=oddtdtcreator

The pressure to have it all figured out - the career, the relationship, the timeline - is real. And when it comes to thinking about starting a family, that biological clock can start to feel less like a gentle reminder and more like a ticking countdown.

But what if you could hit pause?

Next week, ChiTribe is hosting an open, judgment-free discussion led by a Chitribe member that has gone through the egg-freezing process herself (and had a fantastic experience with it!).
We aren’t here to sell you on anything or coerce anyone. We’re just creating a safe space to talk. We want to use this space to chat and reflect and learn from each other.

What we’re diving into: 
🧬 Egg Freezing 101: The hormones, the costs, and the reality of the procedure (minus the doctor-speak). 
🙋‍♀️ Solo Parenting by Choice: Navigating fertility options, donor paths, and choosing to build a family on your own terms, with or without a partner. 
💼 Buying Yourself Time: How taking control of your fertility options can take the panic out of your career, dating life, and twenties/thirties. 
💬 An Open Q&A: Ask the questions you’ve been too afraid to Google.

Whether you’re single, in a relationship, seriously curious, or just want to learn more about advocating for your reproductive health, pull up a chair. You don’t need to have your 5-year plan figured out to join this room. 

Details:
Date: June 3rd
Time: 7-9 PM
Location: Lakeview (Exact address provided after registration)

Tickets are available on our linktree or at this link https://fertilityonyourownterms.eventbrite.com

That’s right! The ChiTribe Pickleball League is back by popular demand!

ChiTribe has once again partnered with Players to offer private ChiTribe leagues and events throughout the year. This is a private league for ChiTribe Chicago followers and friends. Players sign up SOLO and are scheduled for a time pod each week where you play games with and against different partners. Very social, very fun!

Registration Includes:
6️⃣ Six weeks guaranteed (5 regular season, 1+ playoff)
🏆 All players make playoffs
🎽 Shirts for all players
🎾 Paddles and balls available on site
🥒 Friendly league manager
🕙 Players are scheduled in 75-minute “pods” with 4-6 total players to maximize play time.
📅 Online schedules and standings. Standings are based on individual player wins.
🤴 Players championship gear for the top player(s)
🤝 Chance to make lifelong friends

Open Now:
ChiTribe Pickleball League Summer 2026
Monday “Blind Draw Social” @ Clark Street Pickleball
Dates: 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17
Start Times: 6:00 PM, 7:15 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:45 PM

You can register through the link in our linktree or visit http://www.playerssports.net/chitribe-sports

Early bird pricing ends 6/26, register now before prices increase!

Looking for the perfect Sunday morning plans?

Join ChiTribe for a chill morning hike at the Lake County Forest Preserve on Sunday, June 7th! 🌲✨

This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy nature, stretch your legs, and connect with awesome people. The path is completely paved and very relaxed, so it's perfect for a casual stroll and great conversation.

🗓 When: Sunday, June 7th
⏱ Timeline: Meet up at 9:30 AM | Hike starts at 10:00 AM (Approx. 2-3 hours)
📍 Where: Lake County Forest Preserve (Exact meet-up location provided upon registration)

📝 What to bring:
• Water or Gatorade to stay hydrated
• Sunscreen and a hat
• Your favorite comfortable walking, running, or hiking shoes

🚗 Carpooling Info: We want to make sure getting there is as easy and comfortable as possible for everyone. If you would like to carpool, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We are happy to help coordinate. Shoot us a message directly on Facebook or email us at [email protected].

👉 Ready to join us? Register here: https://hikewithus.eventbrite.com

Tag a friend you want to bring along in the comments below! 👇

Wishing our ChiTribe family a wonderful Shavuot!

May your plate be piled high with cheesecake, your blintzes be perfectly golden, and your Lactaid supply be fully stocked. 🧀💊

Whether you’re here for the cultural traditions or just here for the dairy, we hope you have a delicious and relaxing holiday.✨

Looking for plans for tonight?

Our Gen Z & Millennial Happy Hour is happening TONIGHT at Treehouse, and the countdown is officially on. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to grab your ticket, this is it!

When: Tonight! Doors open at 6PM
Where: Treehouse Bar
Why: Great drinks, incredible vibes, and the perfect chance to hang out with old friends and meet new ones.

Tickets are selling fast and online sales close soon.

Don’t get left with FOMO! Grab your tickets right now and we’ll see you there!

👉Tickets linked on our linktree or check our story for the link!

Happy Mother’s Day to the ChiTribe community!

Today we’re celebrating the moms, the grandmothers, the mother figures, and the mentors who make our city feel like home.

Whether you’re celebrating with family, honoring a memory, or supporting a friend, we’re sending love to everyone in the Tribe today. 💐✨

TONIGHT is the Matzo Bash ✡️
We take safety and security seriously—especially in light of rising antisemitism worldwide.
There will be thorough security checks and a Chicago Police presence on site 🚔
Come be Jewish, be proud, and celebrate together.
🎟️ Tickets are cheaper online and go up at the door: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/matzo-bash-chicagos-christmas-eve-party-bubby-approved-tickets-1743669505429?aff=oddtdtcreator

Matzo Bash - Chicago's Christmas Eve Party - Bubby Approved!

PRESENTED BY: ChiTribe and The Matzo Bash Team!
WHY: It's Christmas Eve. What else are you going to do? Plus proceeds benefit ChiTribe!
WHERE: Joy District! Whether you want to schmooze in the bar or dance in the club, Joy District has you covered!
FREE TICKETS/RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR CAUSE: See below for more info

Matzo Bash - Chicago's Christmas Eve Party - Bubby Approved! Tix include admission to the 18th Annual Matzo Bash (Chicago's Christmas Eve Party) + Tito's Vodka Cocktails & Latkes on us from 9-10:30!