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June 2025

Thu 26

merit summer bash 2025

Featured June 26 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm CDT

Merit Summer Bash 2025

Robert's Westside 7321 Madison St, Chicago, United States

Join us for Merit School of Music's first ever Merit Summer Bash! ☀️ Hosted by our Associate Board, Merit Summer Bash will be an evening to dance, drink, and listen to live music all to benefit equitable access to music education. Each ticket includes entry and open bar access (beer and wine only) for one […]

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