Bags & Brews 🎨☕️

​Get creative and caffeinated at Bags & Brews! 🎨☕

​Join us at North Ave Beach for a fun DIY afternoon where you’ll design and paint your own canvas tote bag—perfect for groceries, books, or everyday use. To fuel your creativity, we’ll also be serving up cold brew coffee to sip while you paint.

​It’s the ultimate combo of art, sunshine, and socializing—whether you’re an artist at heart or just looking for a relaxing way to make new friends by the lake.

​🎟 Your Ticket Includes:

• ​A blank canvas tote bag & painting supplies

• ​Cold brew coffee to enjoy while you create

• ​A fun, social afternoon on the beach

​What to Bring:

• ​A blanket or towel to sit on

• ​Water to stay hydrated

​Come for the cold brew, stay for the creativity—and leave with a tote bag you designed yourself! 🌞👜

​FAQs

​Can I come solo?
Absolutely! Most people do — it’s a great way to meet new friends.

​What should I wear?
Comfortable summer clothes you don’t mind crafting in.

​Is it beginner-friendly?
Totally! No experience needed!

​What if I can’t make it?
Tickets are nonrefundable and non-transferable, but you're welcome to let a friend attend in your place — just give us a heads up!

​About the host: Let’s Be Friends - Chicago

​​​​Let’s Be Friends - Chicago is a volunteer-run community that organizes and hosts outings for individuals to attend and make new friends at. If you’ve been looking for new ways to make friends in the city we’re so glad you’ve found us!