Spring Health Fair “On The Block” Auburn Gresham

 Join Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation, May 22nd, 10am-2pm on 79th Racine with Auburn Gresham Gold School™ and Elev8 programs as they present the Spring Health Fair on the Block. This bi-annual fair will have lots of health-related vendors and professionals offering free material and key information about your health. Come out and take advantage of numerous health screenings too!

FREE Business Workshops Wednesdays and Fridays at City Hall

Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) offers FREE business workshops every Wednesday and Friday at City Hall, 8th Floor. .  May 2nd, “What You Need To Know About Business Insurance” 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.  Presented by Sandra Cavoto, Farmers Insurance. To register for a workshop call 312-744-2086. You also can register by emailing BACPoutreach@cityofchicago.org

Get Covered: ONLY 32 Days to Obamacare Sign-up Deadline

There is still time to sign-up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act (Obamcare).  Be sure to get your appointment BEFORE the March 31st deadline, to be sure you do not get hit with the penalty. Call GADC 773.483.3696 or stop by 7901 S. Racine to get appointment to be signed up! Bring with you all the following paperwork: 

  • Social Security Numbers (SS cards or document numbers for legal immigrants)  
  • Proof of Residency (Drivers license or utility bill with your address)
  • Employer and income information for every member of your household who needs coverage (for example, from pay stubs or W-2 forms-Wage and Tax Statements)  
  • Policy numbers for any current health insurance plans covering members of your household       

Chicago’s “Neighborhood Heroes” Take A Bow During Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, ComEd launched its “Power of One” campaign to recognize unsung heroes, like Diane, who are making a difference in the community. The campaign profiles 28 inspiring Chicago-area “Neighborhood Heroes,” and their unique stories of how they are powering lives. Including our very own Auburn Gresham, Englewood, West Chatham and Chatham!

Jewel-Osco Partners with African-American Vendors to Celebrate Black History Month

Jewel-Osco Partners with African-American Vendors to Celebrate Black History Month and Marks the 15th annual observance with events featuring tastings, live music, donations & special guests. The celebration kicked off on Thursday, February 6th from 3pm-7pm at the Jewel-Osco at 87 W. 87th Street in Chicago, IL. On Sunday, Following the kick-off event, the Black History Month celebration will continue with a series of in-store culinary events featuring authentic African -American dishes.  The events will take place: 2/16, 11730 S. Marshfield, Chicago, 1:00PM-5:00PM and Sunday, 2/23, 7530 S Stony Island, Chicago, 1:00PM-5:00PM.