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SUMMARY:Show & Tell for Grown-Ups!: Historical Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Let’s have fun & learn something together!\n\n\nShow & Tell for Grown-Ups! Historical Medicine\nJanuary 2nd\, 2025\nDoors at 6:30pm – come early\, explore the Museum!\nShow at 7:00pm\n \nShow & Tell for Grown-Ups is a show for sharing niche curiosities. Our goal is to redefine what a night out with friends can mean. Let’s have fun & learn something together! Audiences has been asking for it and now we’re so honored & excited to partner with The International Museum of Surgical Science. We’re bringing this Show & Tell edutainment platform to this engaging museum so we can connect with more brilliant people wanting to share their knowledge with others. \nSign Up to Share! You don’t need a PHD to teach us at Show & Tell for Grown-Ups! Presenters can signup online for a 5-minute slot to share something their passionate about. Then we open Q&A with the audience. It’s a night of learning\, laughing\, and meeting other passionate people. We can’t wait to meet you! Do you have a passion for historical medical practices that you want to share with an inclusive and engaged audience? Signup to share at Show & Tell for Grown-Ups! \nPresenter signup: https://wkf.ms/4o6HOD8  \nWhat to learn more about Show & Tell for Grown-Ups? Check out their website www.tellmewhyshow.com or on instagram @tellmewhyitscool_show .
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LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kintsugi Workshop: Repair and Reconnect
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art and philosophy of Kintsugi — the Japanese practice of repairing broken pottery with gold — in this all-level\, hands-on work\n\n\nKintsugi Workshop: Repair and Reconnect with Mami Takahashi\nJanuary 11\, 2026\n1:30pm – 4:30pm\n \n“Kintsugi teaches us that scars are part of the story — not something to hide\, but something to honor. As we repair\, we reflect. As we mend\, we transform.” \nIn this 3-hour session\, students will learn and apply the modern Kintsugi method using food-safe adhesive\, epoxy putty\, and golden finish. The technique is safe for beginners and designed to make the centuries-old practice accessible in a single-day format. Rather than erasing damage\, Kintsugi highlights each crack as part of an object’s unique story — inviting us to reflect on beauty\, imperfection\, and transformation. \nFor beginner students\, a broken porcelain or ceramic plate will be provided\, allowing them to experience the full repair process from start to finish.For returning students\, or those with previous experience\, you’re welcome to bring your own broken ceramic objects (must be clean) or choose from more complex forms provided by the instructor. \nThis workshop offers a supportive\, meditative space for reflection and creativity. All materials are provided\, and finger covers are available to use\, though handling epoxy can sometimes leave a light residue for a day or two. \n \n \n“Kintsugi is based on the philosophy that breakage and repair are something to celebrate – embracing flaws and imperfections creates a stronger and more beautiful piece of art. Using this as a metaphor for healing ourselves teaches us an important lesson: Sometimes in the process of repairing what feels broken\, we become more unique\, beautiful\, and resilient. Kintsugi can be a way to reframe personal challenges. Reminding us that we’re not victims of our circumstances. Showing us that we can come out on the other side stronger.” — Here is a quote about Kintsugi from Linda Muller\, a certified life coach. \n \n\n\n\nAbout Mami Takahashi: \nMami Takahashi is a Japanese multidisciplinary artist and a scholar working in multiple cities including Chicago and Tokyo. She earned her MFA in Contemporary Studio Practice from Portland State University in 2013 and a BFA in Japanese Painting from Joshibi University of Art and Design in Japan. \nWith ongoing artistic research\, practice\, and teaching\, Takahashi explores different approaches to actualize Japanese aesthetics to enhance cultural perspectives in many U.S. communities. Takahashi also aims to connect Japan and communities in Chicago by teaching traditional and modern art-making techniques.
URL:https://imss.org/program/kintsugi-workshop-repair-and-reconnect-4/
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SUMMARY:Book Talk: ANATOMY OF A HEALER - Portraying Ancient Physicians in Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Spend an afternoon with Kaethe Schwehn and Rebecca Johns\, discussing Schwehn’s new book: THE GOSPEL OF SALOME\n\n\nANATOMY OF A HEALER: Portraying Ancient Physicians in Fiction\nJanuary 25th\, 2026\n3:00pm – 4:00pm\nFree\, RSVP Required\n(RSVP includes Museum access) \n\n\nJoin Kaethe Schwehn\, author of the historical novel THE GOSPEL OF SALOME and Wildhouse Fiction Editor\, Rebecca Johns\, on January 25 at 3pm to learn about the remarkable impact of female physicians of the ancient world and how to research and write moving medics in fiction. Schwehn’s book\, which took over five years of research and writing\, follows the story of Salome\, a fictional Greek woman whose fascination with the human body propelled her to heal Roman elites and Alexandria’s poorest citizens alike. Salome\, who grapples with her own illness and pain while rushing to heal others during politically fraught times\, represents the unwritten stories of countless women who practiced medicine in spite of seemingly insurmountable odds. Learn about how authors incorporate recorded history and deep research to develop rich and realistic works of fiction at this free author event! \n \nBooks will be available for signing and purchase. \n\n\n\nKaethe Schwehn is the author of The Gospel of Salome\, The Rending and the Nest\, Tailings: A Memoir\, and Tanka & Me and the co-editor of Claiming Our Callings: Toward a New Understanding of Vocation in the Liberal Arts. She’s been the recipient of a Minnesota Book Award for Creative Nonfiction\, a Minnesota State Arts Board Grant\, a Loft Mentor Series Award\, and the Donald Justice Poetry Prize. Schwehn studied creative writing at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and the University of Montana and earned a BA from Gustavus Adolphus College. She currently teaches composition and creative writing at St. Olaf College. \n\n\n\nRebecca Johns grew up in the Illinois countryside wanting to see the world. Instead\, she moved to Missouri for college\, then to New York City\, where she worked for a time as a magazine editor for Highlights for Children and Woman’s Day magazines and a copywriter for Penguin USA. Eventually she left publishing to attend the Iowa Writers’ Workshop\, where she wrote her first novel\, Icebergs\, a PEN/Hemingway Finalist. Her second novel\, The Countess\, has been to more countries than she has: ten\, by last count. In her spare time\, she is Associate Professor of English at DePaul University in Chicago.
URL:https://imss.org/program/book-talk-anatomy-of-a-healer-portraying-ancient-physicians-in-fiction/
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SUMMARY:IMSS Events Open House
DESCRIPTION:Discover one of Chicago’s most unique event destinations at the IMSS Venue Showcase. Explore historic spaces\, meet vendors\, and be inspired!\n\n\n✨ Venue Showcase & Open House at the International Museum of Surgical Science\n📅 Date: Saturday\, January 31\, 2026📍 Location: International Museum of Surgical Science\, Chicago \n⏰ Schedule: \n\nVIP Early Access: 5:00–6:00 PM\nGeneral Access: 6:00–9:00 PM\n\nJoin us for an exclusive evening at IMSS Events at the International Museum of Surgical Science\, where elegance and history come together to create one of Chicago’s most distinctive event destinations. Explore our stunning venue\, discover its unique features\, and imagine the possibilities for your next celebration\, wedding\, or corporate gathering. \nExperience the space in action through interactive booth displays from our preferred vendors—featuring décor\, catering\, entertainment\, and more. Whether you’re an industry professional or simply curious about what makes this space extraordinary\, you’ll find inspiration around every corner. \n\n\nParticipating Vendors: \nFood & Beverage \nBeyond CateringLula CafeOne Off HospitalitySBR Events GroupWeeMix  \nFloral \nFlowers by StemFloraFlowers by Coll \nPlanners \nM&M Event PlannersSamantha Li BridalUrban Union \nMusic \nDawn Bishop HarpAptera Strings \nPhotography \nEmma MullinsNathan Alston
URL:https://imss.org/program/imss-events-open-house/
LOCATION:International Museum of Surgical Science\, 1524 North Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
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