The MAKE Literary Productions Board of Directors warmly invites you to attend our 2026 Board Fundraiser!
Join MAKE Lit’s Board of Directors on Tuesday, June 23rd from 5 pm - 7 pm at Logan Square’s La Licor Panamericana, 2521 N California Ave, for our annual fundraiser, Cocktails & Collaborators. Always a pairing of two of our favorite things, this year’s event features a collaborative cocktail and asks you to join in the collaborations.
At this convivial cocktail hour, enjoy a delicious and abundant assortment of La Licor’s empanadas and more as well as two drinks. Choices include a signature cocktail created by La Licor’s Abraham Ramirez in partnership with Don Julio Tequila and Alicia Arreadondo Mendoza, along with a featured mocktail, wine, and beer. (Cash bar for additional drinks.)
Named for the iconic Pan-American Highway, La Licor’s celebrated cuisine and cocktails symbolize the connection between diverse Latin American cultures within a beautiful setting
All proceeds benefit MAKE Literary Productions’ Lit & Luz Festival, which seeks to:
Foster international collaboration between artists and writers from Chicago and Mexico through the Collaboration Cohort—an interdisciplinary, low-residency program centered on the creation of new work through partnerships and travel
Imagine and offer free, bilingual arts programming at accessible venues throughout Chicago and Mexico City
Build dedicated audiences for contemporary Mexican literature and multidisciplinary art in Chicago, and likewise for Chicago literature and art throughout Mexico
Mingle, meander, and enjoy the fantastic fare of La Licor while raising up international collaboration.
Be on site for MAKE Executive Director Sofía Gabriel’s live announcement of the 2026-27 Collaboration Cohort and the exciting plans for the 13th annual Lit & Luz—Borde/Edge—happening November 8 - 13th! Hear directly from Collaboration Cohort alums on how Lit & Luz impacted their practice and relationship with international engagement.
Surprises and spectacular raffle prizes await. Tickets are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
All individual tickets include heavy apps, two drinks, two raffle tickets, and a ton of fun:
Artist ticket: $50
Lit & Luz Supporter (general admission): $65
Lit & Luz Super Supporter (unlimited drinks and five raffle tickets—$25 value): $100
Sponsor a table! (six, general admission reserved seats to share with your organization and friends): $400
Not able to attend? Buy a ticket for an artist or a friend!
SAVE THE DATE for our August 8th fundraiser, a night of music and dance in support of the Lit & Luz Festival at the Empty Bottle. Follow MAKE Lit on Instagram for the latest on ticket sales and more information.
Hosting and sponsorship opportunities available. Please contact sarah@makemag.org to inquire.
