REMINDER: ALL CPS Schools In Session January 30th!
To make up for weather-related cancellations, Chicago Public School (@ChiPubSchools) classes will be in session for CPS students January 30 and June 17.
Community Highlights
February Fireside Chat: Real “Safety Techniques” For the New Year!
Last year, we held a popular Fireside Chat topic, to discuss “SAFETY” in our community. Back by popular demand “Safety Techniques” with Herman Nelson, will be held Tuesday, February 3rd, 2:30pm, at 7801 S. State, Urban Partnership Community Room. RSVP 773-483-3696. Open to the public, so please spread the word!
MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM ON BLACK/BROWN ISSUES
BLACK/BROWN UNITY: CHICAGO MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2015, UNIVERSITY CHURCH CHICAGO, 5655 SOUTH UNIVERSITY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, Co-Sponsoring Groups Ask Candidates About Their Vision For A Unified City
Seeking Outreach Worker for Courage To Love Community Health Project
The Courage to Love Project is seeking experienced highly organized and motivated individuals to support our program outreach activity in the Auburn Gresham community. This is a part-time position to start immediately for approximately 6 weeks, 20 hours per week. (February 2015 through approximately beginning April 2015). Contact Norma Sanders at 773.483.3696
Teen and Adult Hero In The Hood Nominations!
Know any teens and adult heroes who have served the community recently? Nominate a teen or adult hero today at http://heroesinthehood.com!
Valentine’s Prayer Breakfast
New Pisgah M.B. Church is holding its annual fundraiser, Valentine’s Prayer Breakfast, Saturday, February 14, 2015, at 9:30am, at Mr. G’s Supper Club & Entertainment Center, 1547 West 87th Street. All you can eat breakfast & brunch. Open to all!
The School Project * Aftermath of Chicago’s 2013 School Closings
The School Project teams up with University of Chicago’s Consortium on Chicago School Research to revisit the aftermath of Chicago’s 2013 school closings. Second segment of unprecedented collaboration between Chicago’s top documentary and media companies premieres at University of Chicago on January 22nd.
Youth Guidance Set to Host 22nd Annual Parent Leadership Conference
Youth Guidance’s 22nd Annual Parent Leadership Conference entitled: Parenting with Knowledge, Action and Transformation will bring together more than 200 Chicago mothers, fathers, educators, and youth experts for empowerment and enlightenment.
DREAM! Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2015
“I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
THE ROAD TO HERE: Kidz Korna’s 20 year Journey
Kidz Korna celebrates it’s 20th year! Congratulations to Delece Williams, founder for the tireless work in the community to support local youth. A YEAR LONG CELEBRATION is planned for Kidz Korna and the Founder through random acts of kindness from donors, supporters and friends to help further along the mission.