Upcoming Events
C2ST achieves its mission by hosting relevant, independent, and credible public STEM programs across all scientific fields at locations throughout Chicagoland. With nine out of ten program attendees’ expectations fulfilled, our supporters agree that C2ST is accomplishing its mission of increasing the public’s understanding of science and technology.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion. Please be respectful of diversity in individuals and in cultures at our events.
Miss an event? Anyone across the globe can access our STEM program library by visiting our YouTube channel, C2ST TV. Also be sure to follow us on Facebook, where we livestream many of our programs.
Check out below what programs we have planned and discover what we’ve hosted in the past.
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Curious about the science behind your favorite brews? Want to learn how the beloved ‘Daisycutter Pale Ale’ from Half Acre Beer Co. is made?
Join C2ST for an exciting evening of science, beer flights, and great food at Half Acre Beer Co. during our Annual Fall Social! This in-person event is your chance to dive into the fascinating science of beer-making! Connect with fellow science lovers in a fun atmosphere, while enjoying a behind-the-scenes look at one of Chicago’s most acclaimed breweries.
November 3, 2025
5:30 pm
Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S State St. Chicago, IL 60605
Program Series:
Science and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
Join C2ST and the National Science Policy Network for a conversation with policymakers, legal experts, and researchers as we explore AI’s influence on medicine and the crucial role science policy plays in shaping its future. You’ll have the chance to engage with the experts and share your own questions and insights.
October 29, 2025
5:00 pm
– 8:00 pm
5800 N Ravenswood Ave, Rosehill Cemetery - East Enterance
Program Series:
Climate, Energy, and EnvironmentLife Science
Second Annual Twilight Nature Walk at Rosehill Cemetery
Join the Chicago Council on Science and Technology on Wednesday, October 29th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the second annual Twilight Nature Fest at Rosehill Cemetery, an evening of nature exploration under the autumn twilight.
Come learn about the diverse plants and wildlife that call this space home and discover how ecosystems adapt and flourish amidst city life. This special event will feature guided nighttime walks led by experts from the Illinois Audubon Society, Insect Asylum, West Ridge Nature Park Advisory Council, and the Chicago Mushroom Club, offering a unique opportunity to explore the wildlife and ecosystems of this historic cemetery after dark. Some walks will be available for a small fee due to the limited amount of spots available. Or do a self-guided tour through the many stations of exploration set up near the entrance and the interesting graves and points of history throughout the grounds, for free!
Get up close to owls, hawks, and falcons during a live meet-and-greet session with the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab, or stop by the UV mushroom table, where Chicago Mushrooms will demonstrate the glowing effects of UV-reactive fungi. Explore hands-on activity and education tables throughout the event, hosted partners include the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and West Ridge Nature Park.
C2ST is excited to bring our sound science activity to Queer Quest. Queer Quest is a two-day immersive experience created by Oyanova for 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC professionals in STEAM and mental health. We will be tabling at the event on Saturday. Click the button above for more information about the event. Be advised Queer Quest is a paid, ticketed event. If you are interested in learning more about future events where we plan on bringing out our sound science activity, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media.
October 9, 2025
6:00 pm
– 7:00 pm
South Shore Branch, Chicago Public Library, 2505 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60649
What if a new generation of computers, faster and smarter than the ones we have now, can power the local economy in South Chicago? That’s the $500 million bet that Gov. J.B. Pritzker is putting on the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, one of the biggest and most ambitious tech hubs planned for an industry that’s still mostly in its research and development phase. The South Chicago community has been waiting for decades for something to replace the Steel Mill that once employed tens of thousands of people and has been abandoned since 1992. Developers have come and gone, going as far as purchasing the land, but plans to convert the property into businesses and housing never materialized.
October 5, 2025
2:00 pm
– 3:00 pm
Half Acre Beer, 2050 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Program Series:
Life ScienceScience and Society
Join C2ST at Half Acre Brewery for our next Science Speakeasy. We will be chatting with neuroscientist Austin Lim all about the brain science behind some of our favorite horror and science fiction stories. What real-life science inspired writers to create the scary worlds and characters we enjoy? When were scientists inspired by those scary stories to discover new things? What is happening in our brains when we jump into a scary story?
