BAGC - Bengali Association of Greater Chicago

06/14/2026

🎤 What happens when we put our BAGC seniors in the hot seat for the 50th Anniversary!

Our media team sat down with members of the BAGC community for an intimate chat about their long connection to BAGC, favorite memories, and what they’re most excited about for Gala Night. Their answers may surprise you!

Stay tuned for our Gala Spotlight series.

06/13/2026

🎤 What happens when we put our BAGC seniors in the hot seat for the 50th Anniversary!

Our media team sat down with members of the BAGC community for an intimate chat about their long connection to BAGC, favorite memories, and what they’re most excited about for Gala Night. Their answers may surprise you!

Stay tuned for our Gala Spotlight series.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

06/13/2026

✨ (হারানো সুর) – ফেলে আসা সময়ের এক নাগরিক রূপকথা ✨

✨ 𝓗𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓸 𝓢𝓾𝓻 – 𝓐 𝓙𝓸𝓾𝓻𝓷𝓮𝔂 𝓣𝓱𝓻𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓖𝓸𝓵𝓭𝓮𝓷 𝓔𝓻𝓪 ✨

We are delighted to invite you to 𝓗𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓸 𝓢𝓾𝓻 , a musical theatre production celebrating the golden era of Bengali and Hindi cinema from the 1950s and 60s. 🎬🎶
More than just a performance, *Harano Sur* is a journey through legacy and nostalgia—a rekindling of cherished memories, timeless melodies, and the enduring spirit of an era that continues to resonate across generations. 🌟
🎭 Relive the unforgettable stories and legendary personalities that shaped cinema as they come alive on stage through **music, drama, and dance**. Featuring a large ensemble cast of talented BAGC performers, this evening promises artistry and entertainment for all generations.
# # # 🗓️ Event Details:
* **Date:** June 28, Sunday
* **Time:** 4:00 PM
* **Venue:** Yellow Box
Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening!

06/09/2026

🏏🔥 YOU’RE INVITED! 🔥🏏

Witness History in the Making!

The Bengali Association of Greater Chicago (BAGC) proudly presents the 1st Ever BAGC Cricket Tournament 2026 — a day filled with thrilling cricket, community spirit, friendly rivalry, delicious food, and unforgettable memories!

📅 Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
📍 Venue: Plainfield Cricket Ground
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM onwards

🏆 6 Teams. 60 Players. 1 Champion.

Watch six exciting teams battle it out for glory:
- Bengal Tiger
- Blue Knights
- Kacha Lonka
- Shonar Bangla
- Black Panthers
- Cri-Ketbaj

🎉 Whether you’re a cricket enthusiast or simply looking for a fun family outing, there’s something for everyone!

✅ Exciting cricket action
✅ Family-friendly atmosphere
✅ Delicious food available for purchase
✅ Meet fellow BAGC members and friends
✅ Cheer for your favorite team

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All BAGC Members, Families, Friends, and Community Members are warmly invited!

Come support our players, celebrate sportsmanship, and be part of a historic first for BAGC.

📣 Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your team spirit.

Let’s make history together!

Organized by:
BAGC Sports Committee

06/06/2026

🎬 Lights, camera, rapid fire!
Part-1

As we count down to Gala Night, we’re bringing you candid conversations with the people who make BAGC special. Hear their stories, memories, and excitement for the biggest night of the year.

06/05/2026

🎶 TONIGHT at Banga Bhavan – Sur Taranga (সুর তরঙ্গ) | Waves of Music 🎶

Join us this evening for a soulful celebration of Indian Classical Music as part of BAGC’s fundraising initiative.

Experience two captivating performances featuring outstanding artists:

✨ Abhishek Lahiri – Sarod
✨ Subrata Bhattacharya – Tabla

✨ Sanchari Bhattacharyya – Vocal
✨ Saurav Biswas – Percussion

📅 Today
🕖 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Banga Bhavan

🍽️ Light dinner will be served
📞 RSVP: Call/Text (913) 602-0702

Spend an unforgettable evening immersed in melody, rhythm, and the rich cultural heritage of Hindustani classical music while supporting BAGC’s community initiatives.

See you tonight!

06/03/2026

✨ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦! 𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗖 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗞𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜 𝗗𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗦 𝗜𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘! ✨

BAGC Family, get ready to celebrate our heritage and inspire our future! We are thrilled to invite you all to 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗸𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶 𝗗𝗶𝗯𝗮𝘀 (𝗕𝗦𝗗) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, happening on 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗕𝗼𝘅 in Naperville!
It’s going to be an unforgettable day packed with incredible music, high-energy drama, intense debates, and—of course—absolutely mouth-watering food!

Here is what we have lined up for you:
# # # 📅 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘
* 𝟮:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠: Registration Starts 🎟️
* 𝟯:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠: Snacks & Tea ☕
* 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠: BAGC Internal Programs 🎭
*𝓗𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓸 𝓢𝓾𝓻 – 𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓜𝓾𝓼𝓲𝓬𝓪𝓵 (A BAGC Production)
* 𝔽𝕦𝕟 𝔻𝕖𝕓𝕒𝕥𝕖: ℂℍ𝕀ℕ𝔾ℝ𝕀 𝕧𝕤 𝕀𝕀𝕃𝕀𝕊ℍ – The Quintessential Bengali Debate (with a twist!) 🦐🐟
* 𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠: Dinner 🍽️
* 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠: Musical Evening with 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝘂𝗿𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝗵𝗮 & a Special Surprise! 🎶🎤

🍲 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗨

𝓡𝓢𝓥𝓟 𝓻𝓮𝓺𝓾𝓲𝓻𝓮𝓭 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓟𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓲𝓾𝓶 𝓶𝓮𝓶𝓫𝓮𝓻𝓼!

Come hungry, because our menu is absolutely packed with classic favorites!

* Snacks: Ghughni & Phuchka
* Main Course: Mutton Biriyani, Veg Pulao, Chicken Chaap, Shahi Paneer, & Mishti
* Kids' Menu: Veg Chowmin, Orange Chicken, & Cupcakes 🧁

📍 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦
* Where: The Yellow Box (1635 Emerson Lane, Naperville, IL 60540)
* When: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Let’s gather to celebrate culture, community, and connection. Rooted in heritage, united in spirit! ❤️

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and bring your energy! Which side are you on for the epic debate: 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶 🦐 or 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗜𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 🐟? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

06/02/2026

𝓗𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓷𝓸 𝓢𝓾𝓻 : A BAGC Production!
A musical theatre chronicling the golden era of Bengali and Hindi cinema from the 1950s and 60s—where timeless melodies, unforgettable stories, and extraordinary personalities who shaped the era, come alive on stage.

05/30/2026

🌏💛 From the heart of Bengal to the heart of Chicago! 💛🌏

As we prepare to celebrate the Bengali Association of Greater Chicago’s Golden Jubilee Gala Night, we are honored to welcome the love, support, and partnership of our Grand Sponsors from India — Bengal Jewellery, RedOchre, and Icchapuron.

Their commitment to preserving and celebrating Bengali culture transcends borders, reminding us that while oceans may separate us, our heritage, traditions, and shared pride keep us forever connected.

This special 50th Anniversary celebration is not just a milestone for BAGC—it’s a celebration of generations, memories, and the enduring spirit of the global Bengali community. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors for joining us on this remarkable journey and helping make this historic evening truly unforgettable.

Together, we celebrate 50 years of culture, community, and connection—and look forward to the next 50 years with the same passion and pride.

🙏 Thank you, Bengal Jewellery, RedOchre, and Icchapuron, for bringing your support and love all the way from India to Chicago.

✨ BAGC 50: Celebrating Our Golden Jubilee ✨

05/29/2026

🎶 Sur Taranga (সুর তরঙ্গ) – Waves of Music 🎶
Part-II
Join us for a soulful evening celebrating the timeless beauty of Indian Classical Music in support of BAGC’s fundraising initiative at Banga Bhavan.

Experience a mesmerizing instrumental jugalbandi featuring:
✨ Sanchari Bhattacharyya – Vocalist
✨ Saurav Biswas – Percussionist

📅 Friday, 5th June
🕖 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Banga Bhavan

🍽️ Light dinner will be served -
RSVP Required- call/text (913) 602‑0702

Come immerse yourself in an evening of rhythm, melody, and cultural heritage while supporting BAGC’s community initiatives.