South Side Preschool & Elementary School Fair

South Side Parents, Hyde Park Parent Support Network, and Neighborhood Parents Network jointly present this event.

Searching for a school can be an overwhelming process. Thee Chicago parenting organizations are joining forces to present the Chicago South Side Preschool & Elementary School Fair on Sep. 24th, 2011, from 10am-1pm, generously hosted by Maria High School, 6727 S. California Ave. The event is free and open to the public. Free parking available.
This event will provide families in and around the south side of Chicago with an easy way to access and connect with their public and private school options. Meet representatives from numerous schools, as well as enrichment programs and family-friendly businesses from all across the city.
Exhibitor space is still available. Register online via the link above (credit card payment required) or by contacting leslye@npnaprents.org.  Note: exhibitors must be approved by the event committee.

Youth Work Program

Harold Washington College Youth Work Program

Professional education opportunities for Youth Workers, Community Workers, Out-of School Time Staff and After School Program Instructors and those seeking entry level positions in youth work.

The Certificate is recognized by the Department of Family and Support Services and over 300 community-based organizations.

“Youth Development Practitioner Certification”

Level I: Work with young people in communities

Cass begin Wednesday August 24^th.

“Youth Development Practitioner Certification”

Level II: Work with adults and communities

Class begins Friday August 26^th.

Please click here for more information.

Restorative Justice Project at SWYC

This is a piece on the Restorative Justice Circles that WYCC recorded here at SWYC.

Check it out!!!

Its Your Choice!

 

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FREE Legal and Compliance Seminar

Attend this FREE workshop to learn more about pro bono legal services available to you and relevant ordinances affecting your business: Attorney Michael Schlesinger from John Marshall Law School will introduce the Business Transactions Externship Program and free legal services to clients with limited financial resources. Services include: legal assessments, regulatory compliance and much more.

Karen Wallace, director of Human Rights Compliance at the City of Chicago, and Pablo Medina, Director of the Intergroup Relations Unit at the City of Chicago, will explain the Chicago Human Rights Ordinance and accessibility of a business to people with disabilities.

See the details here:
WHAT: Legal & Compliance Seminar
WHEN: Tuesday, August 23, 2011
WHERE: Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture (6500 S. Pulaski Rd. Chicago, IL 60629)
**A light lunch will be served.

Please RSVP to Caitlin Gath at 773-362-3391 or c.gath@greatersouthwest.org or to Danielle Dai at
773-362-3379 or d.dai@greatersouthwest.org.
Please RSVP by Thursday, August 18.

If you'd like to print a flyer with all the details, click here.

Movies in the Parks

 

Movies in the Parks - Sixteen Candles (PG) @ Chicago History Museum

Underwritten by Chicago History Museum

Where: 1601 N. Clark St.
Date: 08/17/11
Start Time: 7:45 PM
Schedule Notes: All movies begin at dusk.
Cost: FREE

The 2011 Movies in the Parks season is in progress! Charter One is proud to present over 175 movies in parks all across Chicago.

Click here to download a PDF of our full schedule.

ALL MOVIES ARE FREE AND BEGIN AT DUSK ...you bring the snacks, we'll bring the stars...

Patrons can call the Movies in the Parks hotline for daily listings and updated weather-related cancellations at 312-742-1134.

Dance

SummerDance in the Parks - Salsa

Produced and Sponsored by the Chicago Cultural Center

Date: 08/17/11
Start Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Schedule Notes: Dance Lessons w/ Lisa "La Boriqua": 6-7pm
Live Music from Joe Rendon's Salsa Con Soul: 7-9pm

Cost: free
Location : 63rd Street Beach House

6300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, 60649
312.742.5369

SummerDance In The Parks -Come glide across the dance floor at any ofthe four satellite locations of this popular downtown dance lesson event!

Dance Performances - There are many types of and many ways to experience dance in the parks. Modern, Salsa, African, Two-Step, Ballroom, Hip Hop, Praise, Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Steppers sets, Dance Card, Kraft Kids Groove-A-Thon and more.

PEAPOD is Hiring Full Time Warehouse Associates

Join America's Premier Internet Grocer! At Peapod, as our business continues to grow, we presently are seeking dependable, enthusiastic and energetic Warehouse Associates for our fast-paced Distribution Center in Lake Zurich, IL.

These are 3rd shift, full time positions:

• 3rd shift hours are approximately 9PM until 6AM
• Applicants must be available to work every Saturday and Sunday of every weekend PLUS 3 weekdays

Payrate is $9.50 - $10.10 per hour depending on the exact responsibilities of the position you are offered.


Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Quickly and accurately select and pack products to fulfill computerized customer orders
• Perform appropriate pick scans on product
• Ability to use RF Scanner gun
• Visually check product quality and freshness
• Identify "out of stock items"
• Achieve productivity goals with accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a clean work area
• Must be highly energetic with strong physical stamina
• Must have strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• Must we willing to work in a refrigerated environment.

Benefits:

• Vacation
• 401K with company match
• Savings bond plan
• Employee grocery discount
• Direct Deposit

Please click the "Apply Now" button to apply for the position.

American Apparel Open Call- August 15th

   

We are currently looking for intelligent, friendly and dedicated people to help work at our Belmont & Clark Location. Integrating fashion, sales, art, design and technology, American Apparel offers many unique job opportunities, healthcare benefits for full-time employees, and room for advancement.

We are hosting open calls for All Positions, both day and evening shifts, on Monday, August 15th from 4pm - 7pm.

If you or someone you know is interested in working for us, please bring a resume and references to:

American Apparel 929 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 Tel.(773) 472-0500 Map & Directions

If you are unable to attend the open call, please contact us at cmock@americanapparel.net.   to learn more about job availability and open calls in your area.