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About this event
Calling all mHUB members, partners, friends, and family for the annual mHUB Community BBQ! Not in the network? Come take a tour and learn about Chicago's thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem built around hardtech and manufacturing innovation.
mHUB Community BBQ
Thursday, September 15
4:30 - 8:30 PM
965 W. Chicago Avenue, 60642
The outdoor event will take place in the mHUB parking lot and is family friendly. Registration is required.
Food and drinks will be provided alongside party-friendly games and two sets of live music by Chicago blues icon Joanna Connor.
Let's toast to our growing innovation community. Hope to see you there!
Venue
mHub
Location
mHub 965 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 Get Directions
Date and Time
09/15/22 @ 4:30 PM
09/15/22 @ 4:30 PM
Tags
Members Only
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