All summer long youth will be exploring their interests and discovering new ones through Chicago City of

Learning. CCOL’s Destination: Chicago - Summer Showcase is a three-part event that will recognize their

achievements and expose them to other opportunities.

1) The Maker Party will be held from 11am until 2:45pm. CCOL partner organizations will host a variety

of maker stations, where instructors and youth who have taken their programs can walk attendees

through hands-on activities. Those who attended the Destination: Chicago events this year on January

18 or May 10 will know what this festival of doing and making is all about. Anyone who didn’t can get a

feel for it by watching a video and reading a recap here.

2) The Gallery will display the work of youth who have participated in summer programs held by CCOL

partner organizations citywide. Lasting from 11am until 2:45pm, it will resemble a science fair, but the

artifacts exhibited will reflect learning that has happened in several different areas of interest.

3) The Performance Series will be held from 3 to 4pm. Youth who have gained performance skills over

the summer through programs offered by CCOL organizations will let them shine on stage with dance,

spoken word, music, a fashion show and more.

Youth who are enrolled in programs offered by Chicago City of Learning partner organizations this

summer can find out during programming about opportunities to participate in Summer Showcase. All

others are welcome to attend as guests. While youth engage in the active learning of the Maker Party,

peruse the Gallery and watch the Performance Series, they are sure to discover something new and

continue to learn about all Chicago offers. Several will even take home exciting raffle prizes!

Follow Chicago City of Learning on Facebook and Twitter for updates. Happy Summer!