Trivia + Running Tour: We Are The Culture with author Arionne Nettles

Join Read & Run Chicago and Black Girls Read Book Club for a a live trivia experience with journalist, educator, and author Arionne Nettles to celebrate her book, We Are the Culture: Black Chicago’s Influence on Everything, followed by a 3-mile running tour with guide Cynthia Okechukwu. Register here (cost: $35 for trivia and guided run; $15 for trivia only)

As we move through key Loop landmarks that pulse with cultural history, you'll hear stories of Black entrepreneurs, artists, and more who have shaped Chicago—and the world.

Expect a fun, joyful, and thought-provoking experience that blends movement, storytelling, and friendly trivia inspired by the book. Whether you're a Chicago native, a culture lover, or just want to move your body with community, this event is for you.

No prior reading required; books will be available for purchase at the event.

Not planning to run? Cyclists welcome (take care of your own safety, please!) and ticket option to attend only the lecture portion.