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A city of rooftop bars, boat rides on the lake, endless festivals, unbeatable views and countless restaurants, Chicago is unmatched—especially at this time of year. With summer’s glow beaming down on the city, it’s time to get outside, touch grass, and get lost in the dreamy and vibrant aura of the season. Embrace all that Summertime Chi has to offer by tapping in with these four Black-owned and run creative collectives.

This way, you’ll never have to say, “I wish I’d known about this event” or “I always miss out on parties like this” again. Because summer is not the place for FOMO. Very Human Social Ground yourself in your body, connect with your power and be open to flow this summer with Very Human Social.



An idyllic social wellness club, VHS was founded by Candis Oakley in 2021. “With VHS, I’ve worked to create a space that feels spacious,” Oakley expressed. Through connective and mindfulness-centric programming, Oakley gives participants the room to discover what they feel, then feel what they feel and talk about it.

VHS calls in people who are open—or at the very least curious—to self-exploration, healing and empowerment. At the heart of the club is connection and community. As Oakley explains, "The purpose is to guide us back to ourselves, expand our sense of trust, see ourselves more clearly and foster a more interconnected city that respects and acknowledges the humanity of others.

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