In honor of Black History Month, ComEd launched its “Power of One” campaign to recognize unsung heroes, 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. See full article at: Chicago’s “Neighborhood Heroes” Take A Bow During Black History Month
Please join The Faith Community of Saint Sabina it an African American Series featuring several key leaders from the Civil Rights movement including Harry Belafonte on Feb. 7th, Bernard Lafayette Jr. on Feb. 21st and Rev. Joseph Lowery on March 21st. All events will be held at St. Sabina Church, 78th & Throop, on the respective Fridays at 7:30pm.
If you are a caregiver, please join us and discuss ways you find time to care for yourself or talk about what you need as a caregiver. Friday, January 31st, 7801 S. State Community Room, 6:00pm to 7:45pm. RSVP 773.483.3696. Be part of this “Fireside Chat” series where we talk about hot topics that are important to you!
Southside residents and businesses, find health coverage that meets your needs and budget. Contact AFFORDABLE CARE ACAT enrollment specialists in Auburn Gresham at (773) 783-3760, at 7909 S. Racine. CALLS AND WALK-INS WELCOME.
To celebrate MLK Day, there are many committed to a day of service, youth are learning their history at community celebrations, and many non-profits across the nation are sharing their thoughts and dreams, for a world of peace and justice. Happy MLK Birthday!
The Auburn Gresham FREE TAX SITE will open the door to the public, on January 22, 2014 through April 15th, 2014, every Monday and Wednesday at 5:30pm and Saturdays at 10:00am. It site intake is located at 7903 S. Racine.
If you are among those without financial confidence and you haven’t started to save for retirement already, now is the time to begin – no matter what your age.
Listen to WVON 1690, started today at 3:00-4:00pm, on iheart radio. We are still talking about Affordable Care Act. There is still time to sign-up for coverage, today until 11:59am (on-line), for coverage to start on January 1, 2014. Illinois hotline will be staffed until 10:00pm, December 23rd to assist.
For two hours on a frigid December evening, Tracelli Rockford stood on a bridge outside a CTA train station in East Garfield Park, her cheeks and lips so cold she struggled to form words. Auburn Gresham’s Khayeem Anderson was out on 79th at the Redline, so Tracelli was not alone!
A holiday outreach to provide free dinners to elders, adults, children and families of the community. TODAY December 17, 2013, at BJ’s Market & Bakery 79th & Racine, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. All are welcome!
