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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | Life Line Screening
DESCRIPTION:Life Line Screening \n► DATE: Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026 | TIME:  9:00 a.m. –  5:00 p.m. \n► Gateway Lounge \nWe have great news! Copernicus Center will be hosting a Life Line Screening event on 3/11/2026. Life Line Screening is the premier provider of stroke and cardiovascular disease risk screenings since 1993. Life Line Screening is extending a discounted offer to members which will identify your risk level for the following diseases:\n1. Carotid Artery Disease\n2. Peripheral Arterial Disease\n3. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm\n4. Atrial Fibrillation \nGo to Life Line Screening or call 800-324-9458 to schedule your appointment! A simple screening can be worth a lifetime.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-life-line-screening-2/
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Panels
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-16/
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:Los Acosta
DESCRIPTION:Los Acosta in the Gateway Theater \nSaturday\, June 13th\, 2026 \nDoors Open:  7:00 p.m. | Show: 9:00 p.m. \nALL AGES  \n \nIMPORTANT:\nTickets are exclusively available online. \npromoter contact info:  773.367.2900 / 773.715.5293
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/los-acosta/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T061030
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T154810Z
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | Sunday Serenades
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 14th\, 2026   \nDoors Open 6:00 p.m. | Show Time:  7:00 p.m. \n All ages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome hear five great singers sing what they sing best.  Arlene Armstrong\, Joyce Thomas\, Patricia Mosley\, Sonia Oyola\, and Tirzah Blomberg will entertain you with Latin rhythms\, jazz\, Broadway tunes and blues.  They will be accompanied by Chicago’s own Paul Thompson.  The incomparable David Stephens is our master of ceremony. \nFor more information contact: Joyce Thomas (Thomasjoyce994@yahoo.com)
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-sunday-serenades/
CATEGORIES:Jazz,LOUNGE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T061030
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-17/
CATEGORIES:dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T061030
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T194101Z
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | Teresa Trull and Barbara Higbie: Reunion\, Pride & CD Release. Opening act Jeannie Tanner.
DESCRIPTION:DATE:  Wednesday\, June 24th\, 2026  \n TIME:  6:00 p.m. \nDoors Open 5:00 p.m. \nAll ages welcome \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT:\nTickets are exclusively available online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets $35 for early bird\, $40 after May 1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo national legends of women’s music return to Chicago for a rare concert. Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie have been entertaining with their passionate and spirited music for many decades. They will celebrate Reunion\, Pride & their new CD release in time for Pride Week in Chicago. They will be joined by opening act\, Chicago’s own musical legend\, Jeannie Tanner. All at the beautiful and intimate Gateway Lounge at Copernicus Center on Chicago’s Northwest Side. The venue is wheelchair accessible. There will be sign language interpreters. Tickets $35 for early bird\, $40 after May 1. A limited number of higher-priced tickets available to include a post-show dinner with the artists. Tickets at Goldenrod Records https: tinyurl.com/HigbieTrull. All proceeds benefit Trull’s family medical expenses.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/teresa-trull-and-barbara-higbie-reunion-pride-cd-release-opening-act-jeannie-tanner/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-18/
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | Frank Lamphere Live
DESCRIPTION:► DATE:  Thursday\, June 25th\, 2026 \n► Doors Open:  6:30 p.m. | Show: 7:30 p.m. \n  \nFrank Lamphere is a traditional pop-jazz singer\, independent recording artist and throwback to the adult male pop singers of the 1950-60s. In this show he will perform selections from both his upcoming Dean Martin tribute album “I’ll Be Seeing You” and his 2025 Frank Sinatra tribute album “Frank Songs\, My Way”. A show for both listeners and dancers\, Frank will be accompanied by an all-star jazz quartet.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-frank-lamphere-live/
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Jazz
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-19/
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-20/
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-21/
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-22/
CATEGORIES:dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260525T061030
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SUMMARY:GATEWAY LOUNGE | GATEWAY SOCIAL DANCERS
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Social Dancers | $10 at the Door \nJoin us every weekly (days subject to change) at the Gateway Lounge for an open\, welcoming night of social dancing for everyone. The Gateway Social Dancers (Formerly the White Eagle Dancers) bring together a fun mix of oldies\, line dancing\, country\, swing\, and more\, all spun by a DJ to keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced dancer or just looking to have fun\, this is a relaxed\, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome—come solo or bring friends. \nNo pressure. No lessons required. Just great music\, good people\, and a full dance floor.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/gateway-lounge-gateway-social-dancers-23/
CATEGORIES:dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T230000
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SUMMARY:LYKN
DESCRIPTION:LYKN in the Gateway Theater\nThursday\, August 20th\, 2026\nDoors: 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm \nLYKN TOUR INFORMATION \n \n \nIMPORTANT:\nTickets are exclusively available online. \nSchedule (subject to change)\n11:00AM – 2:00PM – VIP Check-In\n2:00PM – 2:30PM – Doors Open for SVIP\n2:30PM – 3:00PM – Fan Sign Session for SVIP\n2:30PM – 3.00PM – Doors Open for VIP and A\n3.00PM – 5:00PM – Photo Sessions Begin\nA. 5:1 SVIP Photo Session\nB. 5:5 VIP Photo Session\nC. 5:10 A Photo Session\n5:30PM – 5:40PM – Sound Check Experience \nBenefits  (subject to change) \nSVIP: Fan Sign\, LYKN Badge\, LYKN Lanyard\, Group Photo 5:1\, Sound Check Experience\, Hi-Touch\nVIP: VIP: Pre-Signed Poster\, Group photo 5:5\, Sound Check Experience\, Hi-Touch\nA: Group photo 5:10\, Sound Check Experience\, Hi-Touch\, Pre-Signed Poster (Poster Benefit is Raffled to 200 “VIP A” Fans and Not Guaranteed by Purchasing This Ticket)\nB: Hi-touch\, Pre-Signed Poster (Poster Benefit is Raffled to 50 “VIP B” Fans and Not Guaranteed by Purchasing This Ticket)\nC: Official Poster
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/lykn/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Tito Nieves - 50 Años La Historia Continua
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 9\, 2026\, at 8:00 pm \nDoors: 6:30 pm \n \nIMPORTANT:\nTickets are available exclusively online. \nBIO \nTito Nieves\, born Humberto Nieves on June 4\, 1958\, in Río Piedras\, Puerto Rico\, is known as the “Pavarotti of Salsa” for his clear and powerful voice. Moving to New York City as a child\, he grew up in a family of musicians & began his professional career in 1975 with Orquesta Cimarrón. He later worked with Héctor Lavoe\, debuted with Johnny Ortiz’s Taibori in 1978\, and co-founded Conjunto Clásico\, recording eight albums with the group before launching his solo career. His solo debut Classic (1988) went gold\, followed by Yo Quiero Cantar (1989)\, which also went gold and featured the groundbreaking English-language salsa hit “I’ll Always Love You.” His 1990 album Déjame Vivir achieved platinum status\, and I Like It Like That (1997)\, an all-English salsa album\, brought mainstream exposure\, including a performance with Stevie Wonder at the Alma Awards. Tito’s later albums\, including Dale Cara a la Vida (1998) and Clase Aparte (1999)\, showcase his blend of salsa\, pop\, and R&B influences.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/tito-nieves-50-anos-la-historia-continua/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T230000
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SUMMARY:Russ Taff/Steve Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\nDoors:  06:00 p.m. | Show: 07:30 p.m.\nAll ages welcome! \n \n\nGet ready for a powerful night of music\, storytelling\, and unforgettable performances as 6-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Russ Taff hits the road for The Almost Farewell Tour in 2026. Known for one of the most iconic and soulful voices in contemporary Christian and roots music\, Taff brings a career spanning more than four decades to the stage in what promises to be a deeply personal and electrifying live experience. \nJoining him on this special run is longtime friend\, collaborator\, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Steve Taylor\, performing with Steve Taylor and Some Band. More than just an opening act\, Taylor and his band will also serve as Taff’s backing band for the entire tour—creating a seamless\, high-energy concert that blends their musical legacies into one dynamic show. Fans can expect rare performances\, spontaneous moments\, and the kind of onstage chemistry that only comes from decades of mutual respect and friendship. \nThe tour follows the release of Taff’s critically praised new album Cover Story\, a bold and emotional collection of reinterpretations from legendary artists like Bob Dylan\, Prince\, U2\, and Simon & Garfunkel. Produced by industry heavyweights including John Mark Painter and mixed by Matt Wallace\, the album showcases Taff’s unmatched vocal depth and ability to bring fresh meaning to timeless songs. Highlights include haunting renditions of “People Are People” and “Demons\,” the latter delivered with gripping intensity both in studio and live performance. \nBeyond the music\, The Almost Farewell Tour is a celebration of Taff’s extraordinary journey—from his early days in gospel music to international acclaim\, personal struggles\, and ultimate redemption. With six GRAMMY® Awards\, 16 Dove Awards\, and multiple inductions into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame (including with The Imperials and the Gaither Vocal Band)\, Taff’s legacy is undeniable. \nWhether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering his music for the first time\, this tour offers a rare chance to witness a true master at work—backed by a band and collaborator that elevate the experience into something truly special.
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/russ-taff-steve-taylor/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:NPC Midwest Gladiator
DESCRIPTION:► DATE:  Saturday\, November 7th\, 2026  TIME:  10:00 a.m. Prejudge \n► DATE:  Saturday\, November 7th\, 2026  TIME:  4:00 p.m. Finals \nTicketing link prejudge \n \nTicketing link finals \n \nRegister to compete in the NPC Midwest Gladiator by visiting the NPC Illinois website. \nhttps://www.npcillinoisbodybuilding.com/npc-midwest-gladiator \nEligibility: Each competitor must be registered with the NPC and must present a current NPC membership card\, current NPC membership payment receipt or purchase an NPC card at this competition. \nCompetitor’s competing in the Master’s Divisions must have reached their 35th/40th/50th/60th or 70th birthday by date of show and must provide proof of age with a birth certificate\, driver’s license or state ID. Those competing in the Teen Men category must have reached their 18th birthday\, but not their 20th birthday by date of show. Those competing in the Junior Men category must be 18 years old and no older than 23 on the day of the contest. To compete in the Novice Men & Women categories\, athletes cannot have won their class at a previous NPC contest. NPC athletes competing the Men’s Classic Physique category must meet the NPC specific height and weight requirements. Visit the NPC National site\, for Official NPC Division rules. http://npcnewsonline.com/classic-physique/ \nPlease note that if you do not make weight for this class\, then you will either be placed into physique or bodybuilding. No refunds will be given. \nEntry Fees:Register online at https://www.npcillinoisbodybuilding.com/npc-illinois-state-championships. Each entry is $135.00. Entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.  All entries must be submitted online by Wednesday\, Nov. 4\, 9 PM CST\, or a late fee of $100.00 will be charged when registering at check-in. \nRules and Regulations:Athletes who compete in pre-judging must participate in evening show. Solid color posing suits for Men’s Bodybuilding and Men’s Classic Physique only. No T-back suits permitted. No jewelry is permitted at prejudging for Men’s Bodybuilding and Men’s Classic Physique (except wedding rings). Athletes must always exhibit good sportsmanship. Only competitors and officials are allowed backstage or in the pump-up room. Current NPC rules apply. No Hot Stuff or Analgesic sprays are allowed (no exceptions). No bottled tanning lotion allowed in building. Please have your tanning preparation done before you arrive. You will be disqualified for putting tanning color on in the building. \nNo entries are allowed or accepted the day of the show. Last chance to register is the day before the show and in person during Check-in at USA Gym\, 7620 West 100th Place\, Bridgeview\, Illinois\, 60455. Check-in on Friday\, Nov. 6\, begins at 11 AM and ends at 5 PM CST. \nThis is the place in the Midwest for aspiring athletes to compete and qualify to turn pro!
URL:https://gatewaytheater.org/event/npc-midwest-gladiator-2/
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