HAPPY ON PURPOSE: *Human Chicago's 3-Night Fall 2026 Deep Dive

Key Details

A 3-Night Experience: Wednesday nights October 21, October 28, and November 4, 2026.

Dinner served each night at 6:15 p.m. - Talk starts (promptly!) at 7:00 p.m.

What will I get out of this?

Do you feel like you're seeking a sense of clear meaning in your life, but don't know where to find it, or are struggling to grasp it?

If you have this nagging suspicion that there is more to life than you're experiencing right now, join us across three nights this fall; each night, we'll uncover a new piece of the answer. This deep dive is inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness by Dr. Arthur C. Brooks, a Harvard professor and social scientist best known for his work on the science of human happiness. We’ll look at key aspects of his book, while also sharing stories and taking time to reflect together on the question toward which we're devoting the entire season: the meaning of your life. Clarity on meaning is something best explored in community...because we’re all on a journey towards fulfillment!

Whether this is your first time meeting us here at *Human, or you're joining us again after spending the summer with us (or kicking thigs off with us on October 7), we invite you to come and stay awhile.

What is *Human Chicago?

*Human Chicago is a community sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago, the local Catholic faith community. It was created in response to the hunger of our generation for meaning, purpose, and belonging. We are here for you – to serve the deep longing we’ve heard in Chicago to discover what it means to be truly human.

When should I arrive?

Each evening, we'll serve a light pub-style dinner and mocktails at 6:15. Find your table + group and enjoy some conversation! We'll kick off the content right at 7:00. You're welcome to grab more food to eat during the presentation.

*Quick Note*

This sign-up is for our 3-night deep dive only. Looking to sign up for the kickoff night October 7 to get a taste first, too? Visit the link here. If you want to sign up for all 4 nights, we ask you to please register on both Eventbrites (this one and the one at that link!) to help us plan food quantities for each evening with our amazing catering team.

Stay tuned on our Instagram page, Eventbrite, and email for more details about what to expect soon.