Project Awaken

Track & Field
2026-07-05 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-28 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Forest High School, 1285 N. McKinley Rd., Lake Forest, 60045, United States
GLASA provides a continuum of coaching for both ambulatory and wheelchair track and field from the beginner to elite level athlete. Being part of Team GLASA provides access to equipment, cross-training, dedicated coaches with Paralympic experience, logistical assistance, individual goal setting, and a schedule of competitions based on the caliber of the athlete.
Youth, Teen & Adult – Ambulatory and Wheelchair
Practices are held on Sunday afternoons in Lake Forest, exact time varies by each event. Please login to your SportsPlus account to view exact details.
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Power to the People
2026-07-02 13:00 - 14:30
The monthly meeting of ALL of Access Living’s community organizing groups. Come together with your allies in housing, home and community based services, immigration, and racial justice! Contact Amber Smock to request accommodations.

Amber Smock
Vice President of Advocacy
asmock@accessliving.org
ASL Users: (312) 957-4843 Hearing Callers: (312) 640-2191
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UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY - Open Captioned Performance at Lookingglass Theatre
2026-07-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Lookingglass Theatre, 163 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY
World Premiere
Written by Kevin Douglas
Directed by Devon DeMayo
Hilarity (and tragedy) ensue in the World Premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY when Val, a vampire, is in a new relationship with a mortal, Dom, each having different ideas about where their relationship should go. Rose, Val’s progeny, wants Val to consider leaving the country, and on top of that, Val’s estranged brother has returned, coincidentally, as a serial killer terrorizes the streets of Chicago. UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY explores love, codependency, unwavering convictions and vampires.
June 4 – July 12, 2026
Open Captions on July 1, 2026
Unlock $35 tickets using the code CAPTION online, over the phone, or in-person. Visit Lookingglasstheatre.org/accessibility or contact us for more!
Accessibility: Open Captions
https://lookingglasstheatre.org/event/untitled-vampire-play/
Listed by Cultural Access Collaborative. View details / register

Outdoor Cycling (Adaptive)
2026-07-01, 2026-06-29, 2026-06-24, 2026-06-22 | Wilson Skate Park Parking Lot, 600 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL
During the summer, Dare2tri hosts weekly adaptive cycling practices on Chicago's lakefront. Individuals of all experience levels are welcome! Dare2tri coaches and volunteers are on hand to instruct, assist with equipment fitting, adjustments and transfers, and lead practices. Sighted guides and tandem pilots help as needed. Don't have a bike? No worries — Dare2tri has a fleet of adaptive equipment on-site to try and use during practice. (Mondays & Wednesdays, times vary. Free.)
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Roller Workout (Virtual)
2026-06-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-22 18:00 - 19:00
The roller workouts provide a variety of pushes to enhance speed, cardio, and endurance for the beginner to the competitive racer. Contact chousner@glasa.org if you need a roller.
Teen & Adult; Wheelchair only
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule. The link to join the Zoom session is listed under “Resources” in the Roller Workouts Team page in SportsPlus.
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Track Running & Wheelchair Pushing
2026-06-29, 2026-06-22 | Montrose Beach Track, Chicago, IL
Weekly adaptive track running and wheelchair pushing practice with Dare2tri on Chicago's lakefront. Coaches and volunteers support athletes of all levels; adaptive racing equipment available. (Mondays, times vary. Free.)
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Swim
2026-06-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-21 16:00 - 19:00
The Instructional Swim program is for individuals who have a physical or visual disability that are new to swimming. Athletes will be assigned one-on-one to a volunteer swim instructor. Floatation devices will not be used in the teaching progression.
The Independent Swim program is designed for swimmers who are able to swim at least 50 meters consecutively, can be completely independent while in the water (no volunteer or coach assistance needed). Workouts are provided to increase endurance, strength and speed. Instruction is given to fine tune technique. Recreational swimmers who are looking to improve their technique or stroke are welcome.
Instructional sessions are held in Lake Forest on Sundays (session times vary from 4:00-6:00pm) and in Carol Stream on Thursday evenings.
Independent Swim sessions are held in Lake Forest on Sundays from 6:00-7:00pm
*Limited space available. Please contact Cindy Housner (chousner@glasa.org) to confirm your spot.
Check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Everyone at Play at Kohl Children's Museum
2026-06-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot, Glenview, IL, 60026, United States
Kohl Children’s Museum welcomes children with disabilities and their families for an afternoon of learning and play focused on them. Our Museum campus is designed for universal accessibility with a purpose to encourage linguistic, cognitive, motor and social skills for all children ages birth to 8.
16 hands-on Museum exhibits.
One-on-one interactive activites with trained, registered therapy animals and other partners.
Quiet room for stimulation breaks.
Museum staff providing play support and guidance.
A free family pass for 4 to return to the Museum.

Accessibility: Quiet Spaces, Wheelchair Accessible
Website: https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/outreach-programs/eap/
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New Works at Berger Park Cultural Center
2026-06-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, 60660, United States
Synapse Arts and the 2026 New Works artists Aurora Tabar, Christine Shallenberg, and Qū Jié 曲洁 invite you to our culminating performances!
The annual New Works program provides rehearsal space, mentorship, career building, and stipends to support underrepresented dance artists as they try new things. At Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N. Sheridan Rd in Chicago.
SUNDAY June 28 at 2:00 pm
ASL interpreted
Reserved parking within one block is available.
This performance will be a relaxed environment in Park District buildings.
Masks will be provided and highly recommended.
Air purifiers will be in use.
Each performance uses multiple spaces, all with ramped access points.
Full wayfinding, access, and inclusion information is available on the website.

Accessibility: ASL Interpreted
Website: https://synapsearts.com/new-works
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Cubs vs. Brewers
2026-06-28 13:00 - 19:00 | Milwaukee, WI, United States
Hit the road for a fun-filled baseball getaway as the group travels from Chicago to Milwaukee to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers! Enjoy the excitement of a classic division matchup in a lively stadium atmosphere, surrounded by fellow fans. With great company, ballpark favorites, and America’s pastime on full display, it’s the perfect day trip for baseball lovers.
Age: 18 and up
How to Register for Special Events
Registration Link Below
Email your registration form to registration@nssra.org
Drop Off or Mail to 1221 County Line Rd.
Highland Park, IL 60035
The NSSRA registration form can be downloaded or submitted at nssra.org/forms.
Important Dates
Lottery Opens: Monday, April 27
Lottery Closes: Monday, May 4
Lottery Results: by noon on Tuesday, May 5
First Come, First Served Registration Opens: 1:00 pm on Tuesday, May 5
First Come, First Served Registration Closes: 12:00 pm on Friday, May 8
Questions?
For any questions about special events, please contact NSSRA at (847) 509-9400 or cguenther@nssra.org.
Transportation for Special Events
Most of NSSRA’s special events include transportation to and from designated pick-up points with enrollment. Transportation times vary and will add to program length before and after the special event advertised. NSSRA will communicate specific transportation details and pick-up points before the event.
Designated Pick-Up Points
Slotnick Center / NSSRA, Highland Park
Moraine Living Facility
Wilmette Community Recreation Center
Northbrook Sports Center
Pick-up points will vary based on registration and special event location.

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Adult/Competitive Tennis
2026-06-27 14:00 - 16:00
Instruction is provided for intermediate and tournament players who are ambulatory, use a manual or power chair. Sports chairs may be available upon request. Tennis courts are located in Winnetka, IL
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Youth Tennis
2026-06-27 13:00 - 14:00
Instruction is provided for youth and beginner players who are ambulatory, use a manual chair, or power chair. Sports chairs may be available upon request. Tennis courts are located in Winnetka, IL
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Powerlifting
2026-06-27 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-24 17:30 - 18:30
Paralympic powerlifting, also known as para powerlifting and para-lifting, is an adaptation of the sport of powerlifting for athletes with disabilities. The only discipline in Paralympic powerlifting is the bench press. For competition, the bench press is the sport’s single discipline, with 10 different categories based on body weight. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arm’s length with locked elbows.
Teen & Adult, Ambulatory and Wheelchair
Offered on Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons at the GLASA office
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Train2Race Camp
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-28 | Pleasant Prairie, WI
A multi-day paratriathlon training camp for athletes with physical disabilities and visual impairments. Dare2tri coaches and volunteers provide hands-on instruction across swimming, cycling, and running, with adaptive equipment fitting and race preparation. All experience levels welcome.
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Catch as Catch Can - Open Caption Performance at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, 60614, United States
CATCH AS CATCH CAN
Written by Mia Chung
Directed by ensemble member Amy Morton
When a prodigal son returns to blue collar New England, his homecoming sets off a spiraling crisis for two families, threatening not only their relationships but their very identities. In Mia Chung’s wildly inventive Catch as Catch Can, three actors take on six roles, bridging generation and gender, in a theatrical tour-de-force that upends the kitchen sink drama and asks what happens when we refuse to play the roles we’re prescribed. Spanning hilarity, stunning virtuosity and outright horror, this ferocious Chicago premiere—featuring an all-ensemble cast—must be witnessed to be believed.
CATCH AS CATCH CAN WILL BE PERFORMED IN THE DOWNSTAIRS THEATER.
Show Runs from June 04 – July 12, 2026
Open Captions will available for the June 25th performance at 7:30pm.
Visit https://www.steppenwolf.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility/ for more!
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Swim
2026-06-25 19:30 - 20:30
The Instructional Swim* program is for individuals who have a physical or visual disability who are new to swimming. Athletes will be assigned one-on-one to a volunteer swim instructor. Floatation devices will not be used in the teaching progression.
Thursday evenings in Carol Stream
Also offered on Sunday evenings in Lake Forest
*Limited space available. Please contact Cindy Housner (chousner@glasa.org) to confirm your spot.
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.

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Shooting
2026-06-25 11:00 - 13:00
You will gain practical skills in the art of shooting and marksmanship at GLASA’s Shooting (Air Rifle) program. GLASA provides all the rifles, targets, tables, chairs, and pellets. Stands are provided for those who are unable to hold up the rifle. Teen & Adult (Ages 13+) Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule.
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Rotary Grove Fest
2026-06-25 - 2026-06-29 | IL
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UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY – Mask Required Performance at Lookingglass Theatre
2026-06-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Lookingglass Theatre, 163 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY
World Premiere
Written by Kevin Douglas
Directed by Devon DeMayo
Think you’ve got baggage? Try dating when you have centuries of dating history and a literal body count. Sink your teeth into Lookingglass Theatre’s sharply funny world premiere where the only thing more frightening than vampires (and a serial killer on the loose) is having to meet your new in-laws. This romantic-comedy-meets-horror-story explores love, commitment, codependency…and, of course, vampires.
June 4 – July 12, 2026
Open Captions on July 1, 2026
Unlock $35 tickets using the code MASK online, over the phone, or in-person. Visit Lookingglasstheatre.org/accessibility or contact us for more!
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DRACH Meeting
2026-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Online – Zoom
Iliana Rivera Haven
Community Organizer – Housing
irhaven@accessliving.org
(312) 640-2158
DRACH meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. Questions? Please contact Iliana Rivera Haven.
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Chicago Bears Wheelchair Football Tryouts
2026-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Meyer Sports Complex, 2065 Half Day Rd., Bannockburn, IL, 60015, United States
Join GLASA for an exciting opportunity to experience competitive wheelchair football and become part of the growing USA Wheelchair Football League (USAWFL). In partnership with the Chicago Bears Wheelchair Football Team, these tryouts are open to athletes interested in learning the sport, developing new skills, and competing at the highest level of adaptive football. Whether you are new to adaptive sports or looking to take your game to the next level, this is your opportunity to get involved.
Participants will have the chance to learn fundamentals of wheelchair football, participate in skill development drills, connect with experienced athletes and coaches, and explore future opportunities including team participation, clinics, camps, and additional wheelchair football programming throughout the year.
This program is made possible in part by an NFL-BWF Salute to Service grant. We reserve the right to request the removal of our logo from program or organizational materials at the conclusion of the award period.
GLASA is proud to partner with Move United and the USA Wheelchair Football League to expand access to adaptive sports opportunities and create pathways for athletes of all abilities to compete, grow, and be part of an inclusive athletic community.
Interested in participating?Athletes can register for upcoming tryouts, future clinics, camps, and additional wheelchair football opportunities through GLASA.

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