Turkish American Society of Chicago

10/13/2026

🍁 Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Today, we recognize and celebrate the rich histories, diverse cultures, and lasting contributions of Indigenous peoples.

At the Turkish American Society of Chicago (TASC), we believe in the importance of cultural understanding, mutual respect, and building stronger communities together.

May this day inspire us to listen, learn, and appreciate the traditions and stories that enrich our society.

🍂 Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Embracing a more inclusive future.

Respect Inclusion

10/13/2026

📢 PROGRAMS WITH DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

📱 VIDEO PRODUCTION WITH A SMARTPHONE

📅 Saturdays | Start date to be announced
🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
👥 Middle and high school students
👤 Instructor: Guclu Koseli

Learn how to plan, shoot, edit, and share creative videos with your smartphone. Work on storytelling, camera techniques, lighting, sound, and editing.

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🎸 CLASSICAL GUITAR LESSONS

📅 Saturdays | Start date to be announced
🕑 2:00–3:30 PM
👥 Ages 8 and up | All levels welcome
💰 Fee: $250
👤 Instructor: Omer Korcan Ates
📍 TASC Classrooms, Mount Prospect, IL

Discover classical guitar through personalized instruction, music theory, proper technique, and step-by-step development.

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🎶 MUSIC ENSEMBLE: SMALL GROUP PROGRAM

📅 Saturdays | Start date to be announced
🕓 4:00–5:30 PM
👥 Ages 8 and up
💰 Free
👤 Instructor: Omer Korcan Ates
📍 TASC Classrooms, Mount Prospect, IL

Play together, learn together, and grow together! Develop your rhythm, teamwork, listening skills, and musical confidence.

ℹ️ A brief placement session is required.

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🎨 DRAWING & WATERCOLOR

📅 Saturdays | Start date to be announced
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
👥 Middle and high school students
💰 Fee: $250 | Materials included
👤 Instructors: Engin C. & Ismail A.
📍 Inspire Art Academy

Develop your technical and creative skills through sketching, watercolor, observation, and artistic expression.

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🎞️ RESPECT ART: FILM CLUB

📅 Dates and schedule to be announced

🎬 Film, Ideas, Conversation

Explore classic films, film history, art movements, and storytelling through meaningful group discussions.

🎥 12 classic films over 11 weeks
👥 Film lovers and anyone interested in cinema
📍 Cinema Club Meeting Area

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✨ DISCOVER. CREATE. CONNECT. ✨

Join our creative community and discover new ways to learn, grow, and express yourself!

📌 Space may be limited.
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/9NWFHk7oixxRjytb7

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10/13/2026

🎭 DRAMA CLUB

📅 October 2 – December 18, 2026
🕕 Fridays | 6:00–7:00 PM
👥 Middle and high school students
💰 Fee: $150
👤 Instructors: Ahmet Yildiz & Adrianna Morata

Develop your confidence and creativity through acting, improvisation, character development, stage work, and monologues!

10/13/2026

📸 PHOTOGRAPHY ART COURSE

📅 Begins September 26, 2026
🕓 Saturdays | 4:00–6:00 PM
👥 Ages 13 and up
💰 Fee: $200
👤 Instructor: Jonah Y. Uslu

Learn the fundamental principles of photography, discover important artists, and develop your own creative perspective through hands-on projects.

📱 A camera or smartphone may be used.
🏆 Certificate of completion and photography exhibition at the end of the program

10/13/2026

Studio Art Class: 2D Techniques

September 26 – December 19, 2026 | Ongoing

Young artists will explore two-dimensional art techniques, creative materials, and art history while producing their own original artwork.

* Schedule: Saturdays, 3:00–4:30 PM
* Ages: 5–11
* Duration: 11 classes
* Instructor: Imaan Hasan
* Fee: $150, materials included
* Showcase: December 22

10/13/2026

Film Class

September 26 – December 19, 2026 | Ongoing

Explore filmmaking, film history, genres, screenwriting, directing, and production. Students will collaborate to create original short films.

* Schedule: Saturdays, 1:00 PM
* Ages: 13–18
* Duration: 11 classes, 1.5 hours each
* Instructor: Imaan Hasan
* Fee: $200
* Showcase: December 22

09/08/2026

Chicago, get ready for a delicious day! 🇹🇷❤️🇺🇸

Join us for the Turkish Food Festival Chicago and enjoy a wonderful day filled with authentic Turkish flavors, delicious desserts, and fun activities for kids! 🌯🥙🍰🎈

Bring your family and friends, discover the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine, and spend a beautiful Sunday together. ✨

📅 Sunday, September 20, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 501 Midway Dr, Mt Prospect, IL 60056

🎉 Fun activities for kids
🍽️ Delicious Turkish food & desserts
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere
❤️ All proceeds from the festival will support students

Save the date, bring your appetite, and join us! 🇹🇷✨

09/08/2026

Turkish Food Festival Chicago 🇹🇷🍽️

Chicago, get ready for a delicious day! 🇹🇷❤️🇺🇸

Join us for the Turkish Food Festival Chicago and enjoy a wonderful day filled with authentic Turkish flavors, delicious desserts, and fun activities for kids! 🌯🥙🍰🎈

Bring your family and friends, discover the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine, and spend a beautiful Sunday together. ✨

📅 Sunday, September 20, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 501 Midway Dr, Mt Prospect, IL 60056

🎉 Fun activities for kids
🍽️ Delicious Turkish food & desserts
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere
❤️ All proceeds from the festival will support students

Save the date, bring your appetite, and join us! 🇹🇷✨

08/09/2026

https://www.taschicago.org/news/summer-art-school-2026-successfully-completed

The Summer Art School 2026: Drawing & Watercolor Program was successfully completed with the participation of middle and high school students.

08/09/2026

https://www.taschicago.org/news/hakan-kr-summer-soccer-camp-successfully-concluded-in-chicago-2026

The Hakan Şükür Summer Soccer Camp, organized by the Sports Committee of the Turkish American Society of Chicago, was successfully held from August 3–8, 2026, at Olympic Park in Schaumburg