Piggy Bank Book Bonanza Event
Piggy Bank Book Bonanza Event
Special Events
The Black Star Project partners with many organizations who hosts a variety of community forums and workshops. The goal of special events is to aid under-resourced communities in areas of education, housing, violence prevention, recidivism and other alternatives to mass incarceration.
Upcoming Events:
The Black Star Project’s 30th Anniversary Celebration
Join The Black Star Project as we celebrate 30 years of community, education, empowerment, and commitment to Black children, families, and communities.
Daddy Daughter Dance 2026
Join The Black Star Project for our annual Daddy Daughter Dance — a joyful afternoon dedicated to celebrating the special bond between fathers, father figures, and daughters.
2025 Bronzeville Kwanzaa Celebration + Vendor Fair
Join us for The Black Star Project’s 2025 Bronzeville Kwanzaa Celebration + Vendor Fair, a free, family-friendly event centered on culture, community, and collective joy. This annual celebration brings together families, neighbors, and local businesses to honor the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba) through connection, reflection, and celebration.
5th Annual Bronzeville Juneteenth Celebration
The Black Star Project, in partnership with Absolutely Anything Essential, Defender Charities, and State Rep. Kam Buckner, is proud to present the 5th Annual Bronzeville Juneteenth Celebration—a vibrant, family-friendly event honoring Black freedom, culture, and community resilience.
Mass Male Graduation
Join us for The Black Star Project’s Mass Male Graduation Ceremony, a powerful celebration honoring the academic achievements of young men from across Chicago. This citywide event recognizes graduates from Pre-K to PHD—uplifting their accomplishments and affirming their journey into manhood, leadership, and excellence.
Register here: https://bit.ly/MMGraduation2025
Daddy Daughter Dance
Join us for an unforgettable Daddy Daughter Dance on February 22nd, 2025 at The Quarry (2423 E 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649) from 2 PM to 6 PM.
This special day is all about celebrating the love, laughter, and unbreakable bond between fathers and their daughters.
Music, dancing, and memories that will last a lifetime!
Capture the moments that matter most.
Light refreshments will be served.
Don’t miss this magical event honoring the important role fathers play in their daughters' lives.
RSVP now: https://bit.ly/TBSPDDDance2025
Share with your favorite dads and daughters to spread the word! Let’s make this day truly special.
#DaddyDaughterDance #FamilyLove #TheBlackStarProject
Small Business Saturday
This year, we’re blending the magic of the holiday season with themes of family, community, and support for Black-owned small businesses. With your partnership, we can extend our reach to community residents, corporate leaders, and officials, raising awareness about creative ventures in Bronzeville. We’re creating a safe, welcoming space for sharing journeys, celebrating resilience, and encouraging creative expression, all while supporting local businesses and boosting the community’s economy.
Bronzeville's Summer Nights
Join us at Absolutely Anything Essential, located at 3521 S. King Drive, for an exciting end-of-summer celebration! Enjoy pop-up vendors, fun activities, and live entertainment—it's the perfect way to close out the season!
Bronzeville's 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Join us at the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, "Unity Rising: Celebrating Freedom, Heritage, and Community Empowerment," on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 11 am to 5 pm in Bronzeville.
Parent University
We are thrilled to announce the revival of our Parent University system. Phillip Jackson emphasized the importance of parental involvement in their child's education and success.
Bronzeville Open House
Join us to learn more about our programs, initiatives, and community events!
Bronzeville's Small Business Saturday
Please join us on November 25th in supporting our friends at Absolutely Anything Essential for Bronzeville’s Small Business Saturday.
Founder’s Gala
TBSP is celebrating our 25th anniversary and the life and legacy of our founder, Phillip Jackson. More info coming soon.
TBSP 25th Anniversary Celebration
Join us on September 25, 2021 between 2pm and 5pm to celebrate the street renaming of 35th and King Drive as “Phillip Jackson Parkway” and the 25th Anniversary of the founding of The Black Star Project.
Phillip Jackson Street Naming Celebration
Come celebrate with The Black Star Project family on Juneteenth, as the City of Chicago pays tribute to the life and legacy of our founder, Phillip Jackson. Mr. Jackson dedicated his life to public service, helping communities across Chicago and beyond.
Black Grad Coalition: Vaccination Event
Thanks to Howard Brown Health, we are offering vaccine doses to members of our community. Please come join us on Saturday, May 22 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM at Shiloh Seventh-Day Adventist Church to receive your first dose of the Moderna vaccine. We can also schedule an appointment for you to receive your second dose. This event is free of charge, and all you need to bring is yourself! You must be 18 years of age or older to receive the vaccine. If you have any questions related to the event or vaccines in general, please email vaccineen@gmail.com or text 312-999-8799. We will also have scientists and doctors on site and available to answer any vaccine related questions you may have.
You can register here: https://hbh-covid-vaccine.as.me/ShilohSDA
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