Featured Events in Clark in May, 2025 (June Updated)

Experience the electrifying performance of Fancy Hagood on "The American Spirit Tour" alongside Abbey Cone and Gina Venier at Carol's Pub in Chicago. Set to take place on May 2, 2025, at 4659 North Clark Street, IL, 60640, this event promises a night filled with soulful music and unforgettable moments. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness these talented artists live in one of Chicago's iconic venues.

LOS SIAMESES SHOW EN MONTREAL will be held at 1088 Rue Clark in Montréal, QC on May 3, 2025. This intriguing event will showcase the unique talents of Los Siameses, a renowned duo known for their mesmerizing performances. Tickets for this one-of-a-kind show are priced at CA$65.89. Don't miss the opportunity to witness a captivating blend of music, dance, and theatricality at LOS SIAMESES SHOW EN MONTREAL.

Join The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction in honoring the five remarkable authors shortlisted for the 2025 Prize. The shortlist will be revealed on April 3. Check out the longlist here: https://carolshieldsprizeforfiction.com/2025-longlist The event will feature readings from the five shortlisted authors. Books will be for sale, and a signing will take place at the conclusion of the reading/workshop. About The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction is the first major English-language literary award to celebrate creativity and excellence in fiction by women and non-binary writers in Canada and the United States. Named after beloved Canadian-American author Carol Shields, the Prize is managed by the Carol Shields Prize Foundation. The Foundation provides scholarships, bursaries, and other forms of financial assistance to women and non-binary writers, and offers mentoring programs, salons, and residencies for the benefit of these writers and the general public. The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction—co-founded by author Susan Swan, editor Janice Zawerbny, and arts activist Don Oravec—was founded in 2012, and presented its inaugural award in 2023. About Carol Shields Carol Shields was born in Oak Park, Illinois, in 1935, and moved to Canada in 1957 after her marriage. She was the author of more than twenty books, including novels, plays, poetry, essays, criticism, short fiction, and biography. Her books were nominated, and won, numerous international prizes. Most notably, her novel The Stone Diaries won the Governor General's Literary Award (Canada), the Pulitzer Prize (U.S.), and was shortlisted for the Booker Prize (UK). Accessibility: This event is hosted at the bookstore, which is a wheelchair accessible space. Masks are strongly encouraged. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. We have dimmable, non-fluorescent lights. To request ASL interpretation for this event, please email events@womenandchildrenfirst.com by no later than 14 days before the event. For other questions or access needs, please email events@womenandchildrenfirst.com. Information Source: Women & Children First | eventbrite

Join us for an intermediate/advanced group mountain bike ride! This is perfect for more experienced riders looking for a full tour of the Playground Trails. Steady intermediate pace with short stops for regroups at intersections, features multiple steep climbs, and advanced descents (all features have go-arounds) and fun features. 8-10 miles with ~1000ft of climbingEstimated ride time: 1.5 - 2 hoursRide Leaders & Sweepers: TBDLocation: Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School, Moodus, CTPost-Ride Chapter Social We also invite you to join us after the ride for our chapter spring social gathering! Whether you're a chapter member, an avid mountain biker or just curious about the sport and our riding community, we'd love to have you join us! May 3, 3:45 - 5:30 PM Details & Tickets Information Source: Southeast CT NEMBA | eventbrite

Join us for a family, kids & novice group mountain bike ride! Family group ride catered to all riders participating. Pace, route and distance catered to the group. Please no pull behind trailers. Novice riders are welcome and encouraged, but please be aware we ride to the most limiting rider. Route/Distance to fit the group.Estimated ride time: 1.5 - 2 hoursRide Leaders & Sweepers: TBDLocation: Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School, Moodus, CTPost-Ride Chapter Social We also invite you to join us after the ride for our chapter spring social gathering! Whether you're a chapter member, an avid mountain biker or just curious about the sport and our riding community, we'd love to have you join us! May 3, 3:45 - 5:30 PM Details & Tickets Information Source: Southeast CT NEMBA | eventbrite

Join us for an intermellow group mountain bike ride! The ride will start with relatively flat intermediate terrain, with a mid-ride option to return to the parking lot or continue to steeper terrain. This is perfect for riders looking for a slower, social pace. No-drop ride (no rider is left behind). Option to session fun features if the group is interested. Route/Distance to fit the group.Estimated ride time: 1.5 - 2 hoursRide Leaders & Sweepers: TBDLocation: Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School, Moodus, CTPost-Ride Chapter Social We also invite you to join us after the ride for our chapter spring social gathering! Whether you're a chapter member, an avid mountain biker or just curious about the sport and our riding community, we'd love to have you join us! May 3, 3:45 - 5:30 PM Details & Tickets Information Source: Southeast CT NEMBA | eventbrite

St. Louis County Library and Left Bank Books present Renowned Novelist Abraham Verghese Author of “The Covenant of Water Monday, May 12, 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m.) St. Louis County Library - Clark Family Branch Post Event Space 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63131 An Oprah’s Book Club Pick, “The Covenant of Water” has sold more than two million copies worldwide. Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, Abraham Verghese’s masterful novel follows three generations of a family in South India that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning. As the novel opens, a young girl is sent by boat to her wedding. She becomes the matriarch of an extraordinary family that will endure hardship, celebrate triumph, and witness unthinkable changes. An exquisite modern classic, “The Covenant of Water” is an unforgettable epic of love, faith, and medicine. INDIVIDUAL TICKET $28 (Admits ONE and includes one paperback copy of “The Covenant of Water ) OR PACKAGE TICKET $35 (Admits TWO and includes one paperback copy of “The Covenant of Water ) A book signing line will follow the presentation.Seating will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Books provided by Left Bank Books Information Source: St. Louis County Library Foundation | eventbrite

Experience the musical talents of Michael Ray at an intimate acoustic evening in Chicago. The event will take place at Carol's Pub on May 29, 2025. Join us for a night filled with soulful melodies and captivating performances at 4659 North Clark Street, IL, 60640. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to see Michael Ray up close in a special acoustic setting.

Random Encounters: The Elemental Prison Come join us for an epic adventure at the Fingerlakes Mall! The Elemental Prison event will immerse you in a world of mystery and magic. Test your skills, solve puzzles, and interact with intriguing characters. This in-person experience promises excitement and surprises around every corner. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to embark on a quest like no other! Join us for a day of epic adventures, daring quests, and unforgettable moments. Whether you're a seasoned dungeon master or a newbie player, this event is perfect for anyone looking to dive into Dungeons & Dragons. Head over to Fingerlakes Mall for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and maybe a few critical fails. Meet fellow D&D enthusiasts, roll some dice, and see where the journey takes you. Who knows, you might make new friends or discover a hidden talent for roleplaying! Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of fantasy and creativity. Grab your character sheet, pack your dice, and get ready for a day of Random Encounters! For $30, you will get a custom Tin, 2 sets of dice, donuts, and Pizza. This event is for 15-year-olds and up. 15-17 year old will need parents permission. Just bring yourself; everything is provided. Come in Cos Play if you want. (No MASKS OR FACE COVERINGS) The groups and characters will all be completely Random. DISCLAIMER: There may be blood and gore. You have to be signed in by 11 am. No one will be allowed in Once the game has started. Information Source: A.P.E. Scare & Care Inc. | eventbrite

Learn what it is like to be a firefighter over a 2-day weekend event for 18-year-old and up from professional female firefighters. You will do a workout and train in turn out gear, throw ladders, force doors, learn about power tools and see a demonstration of how an arson dog works. This year we are proud to announce the opportunity to get CPR certified. The last two hours of each day will be optional CPR class. If you want to be certified in CPR you will have to pay the fee for the card. Addtional information will be sent to those interested in attending the CPR class. If you do not attend the CPR class the day will end around 2 pm. Day 1: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 8 am to 4 pm Day 2: Sunday, June 1, 2025, 8 am to 4:30 pm 2024 Camp Instagram video Information Source: CCFD Training Center | eventbrite