The PAUSE AFFECT

Being a Strong Woman of Color doesn't mean flexing your muscle all the time with no break in sight or at the detriment of your health and wellness. It doesn't mean that you have to be in last place after taking care of everyone and everything. It doesn't meant that your self care has to be identified by the words, "I Don't Have Time," "I Never Have Time For Myself," or "That's Just Not Possible."

My Melanin Sister, just as much as you pour into others, hold it down at home and on the job, nurture the kids, the significant other, friends and family, YOU deserve to be poured into. You deserve to have time for yourself and to just be. DO, DO, DO, is not meant to define your well being. So, give yourself permission to just chill and be, step back and take a breath, because YOU are deserving to receive it.

The PAUSE AFFECT is an event that will highlight the benefits of self care and taking the time to separate from the noise and have a great time without having to do for anyone but YOURSELF! ISN'T THAT GRAND! The PAUSE it just as it states-a moment, a breather, a reset, a break for you to gain insights into how easy it is to take a PAUSE! The only thing you have to do is GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO SHOW UP FOR YOU & BE AFFECTED BY GIVING TO YOURSELF!

Parking:

There is street parking on Commercial Avenue as well as on 92nd Street just east of Commercial Avenue. City of Chicago has paid parking 7-days/week. Pay for parking at the Chicago Parking boxes on either side of Commercial Avenue. There is a 2-hour minimum parking requirement.

Event Registration:

Registration must be done online through EventBrite for this event. There will NOT being any ticket sales at the door. All patrons must show proof of registration with their e-ticket when arrive at the fine arts center.

Location:

Doors open at 2:30p sharp, there will be signage outside as notification of where to enter.

Restroom:

There is only one restroom at location, so please be patient.

Snacks:

There will be light snacks & refreshments served and will be in the back of the event location

Setup:

There will be an itinerary to follow that each patron will receive. Please follow directions and be respectful of other guests. This is a safe space and friendly, positive atmosphere. If having a bad day, attitude or not feeling well, please make the decision to not attend and address whatever is disrupting your peace.

Attire:

where comfortable clothing for the activities

COVID Protocol:

Masks are optional, but suggest bring mask if have concerns. Sanitizer and masks will be on hand to maintain the protocol recommendations according to the City of Chicago and Department of Health Standards. If experiencing any COVID symptoms or been exposed to anyone with COVID within the last 14 days, please DO NOT come to the event and follow quarantine requirements.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Divine Purpose Fine Arts Center, 9210 South Commercial Avenue, Chicago, United States