Chicago Public Library Hosting Events to Celebrate Disability Pride Month

Join the Chicago Public Library in July for a wide range of free events celebrating Disability Pride Month

The Chicago Public Library will host “A Musical Celebration of Disability Pride Month” on July 29 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Join Chicago drummer and bandleader Tommy Carroll for an interactive musical celebration of Disability Pride Month.

This event will allow everyone to start learning to express themselves and their identity through sound, rhythm and music.

Tommy’s presentation will include:

• Sharing stories about the development of his disability identity and experiences as a totally blind professional musician
• Providing a short demonstration of percussion instruments
• Opening up the floor for the audience to enjoy participatory drumming

The event is free and open to people of all ages and abilities.

See more details for “A Musical Celebration of Disability Pride Month” on the Chicago Public Library’s website.

For sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance, please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Please make requests at least 14 business days before the event.