We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Friday, March 19th through Friday, March 26th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Ongoing Protests through April
- Unknown time at 110 N Carpenter (McDonald’s HQ). The group will gather for their cause. “Don’t Be McFooled. Stop Systemic Racism.”
Friday, March 19th, 2021
- 4:00 pm at 121 N LaSalle (City Hall). The group will gather for their cause “Global Climate Strike – No More Empty Promises! #StopGenerallron.”
Saturday, March 20th, 2021
- 11:00 am at 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park/Crown Fountain). The group will gather for their cause “Rally to Reopen Schools.”
- 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Endless Wars = Few or No Gains for Working People.”
- 12:00/1:00 pm at 430 N Michigan (National Assoc of Realtors). The group will gather for their cause “Protest at Real Estate Lobby to Lift the Ban on Rent Control.”
- 1:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Rally in Solidarity with Bessemer, Alabama Amazon Workers.”
- 1:30 pm at 301 S Columbus (Grant Park). The group will gather for their cause “Struggle and Celebration for Black Liberation.”
- 4:20 pm at 1410 S Museum Campus (Soldier Field). The group will gather for their cause “Protest Against Mediocrity.”
Monday, March 22nd, 2021
- 3:00 pm at 115 S LaSalle (BOMA). The group will gather for their cause “SEIU Caravan for Janitorial Contract.”
Wednesday, March 24th, 2021
- 11:00 am at 180 W Adams (McDonald’s). The group will gather for their cause “Fight for $15 Car Caravan Action.”
- 11:15 am at 1200 S Lake Shore (Shedd Aquarium) to 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center). The group will gather for their cause “We Want to Work Wednesdays Drive-By Protest for 10,000 Jobs!” (Weekly event beginning 03/10)
Thursday, March 25th, 2021
- 5:30 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Vigil for Yemen: Remembering 6 Years of War.”
Friday, March 26th, 2021
- 5:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Solidarity Action: Stop the Hate of Asian Community.”
- 6:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago Critical Mass Bicycle Caravan.”
Saturday, March 27th, 2021
- 10:00 am at 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood). The group will gather for their cause “Stand for Life Chicago.”
- 12:00 pm at 100 W Randolph Street (Thompson Center). The group will gather for their cause “ILPRC Day of Action: Laying Down for Justice for Justice.”
Safety Tips:
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
- If you see an unattended bag, alert police as quickly as possible
Additional Resources:
- Demonstration Building Security Preparedness Checklist – Click Here
- BOMA/Chicago Best Practices Guide for Civil Unrest/Disturbances/Protests – Click Here
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).