Chicago Moves: Books, Beats & Balance (May 19–25)
This week is a full-on vibe shift: from literary fun runs to Qi Gong in the park, climbing collabs, and a self-care market — Chicago’s wellness scene is doing it all. Jump in wherever your energy takes you.
Tuesday | May 20, 2025
May Book Club – On Wings of Blood by Chicago Yoga + Books Club
📚 An intimate evening of meaningful discussion, movement, and community around a gripping novel. Book lovers and new readers welcome.
Wednesday | May 21, 2025
Weekly Community Run Club – Pilsen by Venados Running
🏃♂️ A midweek group run through Pilsen. Expect high energy, strong community, and post-run vibes.
Free Qi Gong @ Palmer Square Park by Dao Yin with Eli
🌿 Ground your week with breath and movement in the park. A free-flowing, gentle session open to all levels.
Friday | May 23, 2025
The Gayborhood: A Literary Fun Run with author David Jay Collins by Read & Run Chicago
📖🏃♀️ Run the story! Jog through the neighborhoods that inspired Gaybash, joined by the author himself. A perfect mix of movement and meaning.
Saturday | May 24, 2025
The Market Shop Event – Self Care Edition with Ashley Barron
🛍️ Wellness meets community market. Shop local, vibe out, and refuel your soul with self-care goodness.
BODIED CLIMB & RECOVER by Body by MJ
🧗♀️ Strength meets stillness. A dynamic climbing session followed by a curated recovery experience. Your body will thank you.
Save Your Soul Saturdays by High Society
🪩 Movement + music + mindset. This is your chance to sweat, release, and reset for the weekend.
Sunday | May 25, 2025
Carmilla & Val HIT Class 9:30am by INA Chicago
🔥 High-intensity intervals with two of the most motivating coaches in the game. Come ready to move.
Motion With Meaning Panel Speaking by YOUR MENTALL MATTERS
🧠 A powerful wellness panel focused on mental health, movement, and building supportive communities. Real stories, real connection.
This Week in Chicago: New Week, New Energy.
Follow your curiosity, connect with your people, and take care of you — Chicago’s showing up.
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