Showing posts with label Chicago. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chicago. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy Open Houses
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
Open Houses
12/15 @ Big City Swing
Monday, December 5, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
no-cost EMT training program for working women
no-cost EMT training program for working women, funded by the Eleanor Foundation and facilitated by us here at ICNC. Both organizations are registered nonprofits. The EMT program fosters economic self-sufficiency in Chicago women by providing them with an opportunity to learn tangible job skills and set them on the path to lasting careers in the health care field. Application for the eight-month course is open to single, employed women living or working in Chicago and earning less than $40,000 a year, and is available at www.icnctraining.org .
Thursday, December 1, 2011
World AIDS Day!
According to the state department of health, Illinois ranks seventh in the nation in the number of HIV/AIDS cases. The Illinois Department of Health is hosting several events Thursday to mark World AIDS Day. Click here to Download List of events.
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) makes condoms available, accessible, and free by reaching underserved communities with the highest rates of STI/HIV/AIDS and other health disparities.
The Chicago Community Condom Project works with city clinics, community organizations and local businesses to make condoms widely available to the public to help stop HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Click here for a list of locations offering free condoms
About the Chicago Community Condom Project
Since the 80’s CDPH has made condoms available to the public.
Today, CDPH is reaching 10 million condoms distributed each year through city clinics, community based organizations, community health centers, local businesses such as night-clubs, barber shops and churches.
The project is aligned with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, the U.S Department of Human Services, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Enhanced Comprehensive HIV Prevention, and the Healthy Chicago Plan.
The project is also part of the National Female Condom Coalition and partners with the Chicago Female Condom Campaign to increase access and availability to Female Condoms.
Join the campaign!
If your organization is interested in offering free condoms, you can become a distribution partner so long you meet the criteria. Find out more about becoming a distribution site for free condoms.
Get Tested or Treatment for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
Get tested or treated at a clinic that diagnoses and treats HIV and STI’s. You can also connect with information about condom use and other prevention methods. All services are free and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Get Free Condoms
By taking a simple step, like wearing a condom you can protect yourself and others from HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) makes condoms available, accessible, and free by reaching underserved communities with the highest rates of STI/HIV/AIDS and other health disparities.
The Chicago Community Condom Project works with city clinics, community organizations and local businesses to make condoms widely available to the public to help stop HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Click here for a list of locations offering free condoms
About the Chicago Community Condom Project
Since the 80’s CDPH has made condoms available to the public.
Today, CDPH is reaching 10 million condoms distributed each year through city clinics, community based organizations, community health centers, local businesses such as night-clubs, barber shops and churches.
The project is aligned with the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, the U.S Department of Human Services, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Enhanced Comprehensive HIV Prevention, and the Healthy Chicago Plan.
The project is also part of the National Female Condom Coalition and partners with the Chicago Female Condom Campaign to increase access and availability to Female Condoms.
Join the campaign!
If your organization is interested in offering free condoms, you can become a distribution partner so long you meet the criteria. Find out more about becoming a distribution site for free condoms.
Get Tested or Treatment for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
Get tested or treated at a clinic that diagnoses and treats HIV and STI’s. You can also connect with information about condom use and other prevention methods. All services are free and provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
City Colleges of Chicago $50,000 Scholarship Program
Scholarship Overview
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) is celebrating 100 years of education that works! To mark this milestone, CCC has created Centennial Scholarships to support current and prospective CCC students pursuing an Associate degree or professional certificate. A total of $50,000 will be awarded through two types of scholarships.
Two Scholarship Opportunities:
- Scholarships for New Students:
These scholarships are available to students who are not currently enrolled in City Colleges of Chicago, including applicants who are recent high school graduates, mature students and adult education students seeking enrollment in certificate or credit programs. - Scholarship for Current Students:
An additional scholarship opportunity is available to current City Colleges of Chicago students and can be used towards the completion of their current certificate or degree program.
Both types of scholarship will cover tuition towards the completion of a degree or certificate for a period not to exceed two-and-one-half years from the date of the award. All awards must be used in full by the end of the Spring 2014 term. If scholarship awards are not expended by the Spring 2014 term the student will forfeit any future right to the awarded scholarship amount.
For more information please click the link: http://www.ccc.edu/
Enter a Career in the Construction Trades or a Related Industry
Are you looking for, educational development, life skills training, enhanced case management or placement assistance? If so, let St. Paul Church of God in Christ Development Center assist you!
They Offer a 12 Week W.I.A. Certified Training Program to prepare you to takethe apprenticeship examinations for the Construction Trades and Other Related Industries.
Attend A "Step Up To Opportunity" Orientation
St. Paul Church of God in Christ Community Development Center
4550 S. Wabash Avenue - 2nd Floor South
One-Hour Orientation Sessions Are Conducted Every Friday Morning
From 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Prompt
If you meet the outlined criteria....
Are 18 Years and Older
Possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D Certificate
Possess Your Birth Certificate, Social Security Card
Have a Valid Driver's License and Access to an Insured Motor Vehicle
Qualify for W.I.A. Assistance
Have or are willing to register with the Illinois Department of Employment Security
Apprentice Information Center (AIC)
They can help you!!
ORIENTATIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. RSVP MUST BE ENTERED INTO OUR MESSAGE CENTER BY 5 P.M. WEDNESDAY @ 773/538-5120. RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW!
For More Information, Visit www.stpaulcdm.org
Coat Drive
We are collecting coats, scarves, gloves, ear muffs, etc. for the 2nd Annual Aspirations of Life Coat Drive!!
Please drop your gently used, unwanted winter coats & accessories to Each One Teach One Literacy.
Located at 6720 South Stewart, Ring Bell on the Side Door. Drop offs may occur Mon- Friday, 9 am – 7 pm.
Thank you for assisting those that cannot afford what we sometimes take for granted- warmth.
P.S. Please circulate this news in your circles.
Warmest Regards to you and your family,
Janisse Norman
Executive Director
Each One Teach One Literacy
6720 South Stewart Ave, 60621
877.274.1284 Office/ Fax
TUTORS NEEDED!!!!! IMMEDIATELY
If you know someone who is interested in assisting young people between the ages of 5 and 18 years old achieve their academic goals, please forward their name, contact information and resume to each1teach1@ureach.com.
We are in need of 5-10 tutors to volunteer your time to begin making a difference, immediately.
There are two locations for which we are seeking assistance:
· True Vine M.B. Church, 6720 South Stewart, Fridays, 3:30-5:30pm
· Universal Family Connection, 1350 W. 103rd, St, Thursdays, 3:30-5:30pm
Thank you for assisting by just forwarding this information to your contacts.
Please note: All tutors are background checked for previous child abuse.
NewWays Learning & Literacy Consulting
Although NewWays Learning and Literacy Consulting is not a non for profit organization, we do offer reduced cost tutoring and even some free services to those who qualify.
TARGET Youth Reentry Program
TARGET Area now offers direct services for youth and young adults on parole ages 13-24.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: November 23, 2011, 4:30–6 pm
The City of Chicago and UL are proud to present the official start of the holiday season the 98th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Wednesday, November 23, 2011! The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is a highly-anticipated event drawing people of all ages to the heart of Chicago’s downtown “Loop.” Musical performances and festive holiday music begin at 4:30pm and the holiday season officially commences at 5:00pm, when the switch is flipped and the lights begin to dazzle in Daley Plaza.
Music will begin at 4:30pm, tree will be lit at 5pm. Daley Plaza is located at Washington St. and Dearborn St. Admission is free.
See other holiday events offered by the City of Chicago here.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Solo Cup Company Job Fair
When: November 15, 2011, 10 am–2 pm
Where: 7575 S. Kostner Ave., Conference Room, Chicago, IL 60652
Solo Cup Company JOB FAIR
BE PART OF SOMETHING SPECIAL
Solo Cup Company, a leading international manufacturer of plastic and paper products for the consumer and the food service industry, has great job opportunities at our expanding south side Chicago facility. Learn more about these opportunities by attending our on-site job fair.
MACHINE OPERATORS / MACHINE MECHANICSMust have experience in a manufacturing environment.
BUILDING FACILITIES MAINTENANCE LEADMust have working knowledge experience in the following:
-- Industrial HVAC and process water chilling systems in sizes reaching 300 tons
-- Industrial steam and hot water boilers up to 300 horsepower
-- Possession of a City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License and Universal Refrigeration Certificate
-- Able to use precision measuring tools, understand industrial drawings and schematics
--Manufacturing experience is required
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN-Experience on energized machinery, motor drives and controls and PLCs
-Read electrical schematics/diagrams, utilize meters and computers
When you join the Solo family, you will enjoy benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, 401k plan, paid vacation and more.
Parking is available in the lot west of Kostner Avenue. Be sure to bring copies of your resume to the job fair. If you can’t attend, please send your resume, indicating position of interest, to:
Solo Cup Company (Logo)Attn: Human Resources
7575 S. Kostner Ave.
Chicago, IL 60652
Email: h.jones@idpl.orgFax: 773-523-4611
EOE M/F/H/V
No phone calls accepted.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
71st Street Tree Lighting Ceremony
71st Street Tree Lighting Ceremony
This annual event presented by 5th Ward Alderman Leslie Hairston will include a hot chocolate reception
for the community. Bring winter items to donate, shop local businesses for the holidays and learn about
improvements and developments happening in South Shore.
on Monday, 21 November 2011
05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
@ Starbucks - 71st/Stony Island Ave.
Courtesy of South Shore Chamber Inc
This annual event presented by 5th Ward Alderman Leslie Hairston will include a hot chocolate reception
for the community. Bring winter items to donate, shop local businesses for the holidays and learn about
improvements and developments happening in South Shore.
on Monday, 21 November 2011
05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
@ Starbucks - 71st/Stony Island Ave.
Courtesy of South Shore Chamber Inc
Visit Auburn Gresham, Chicago Lawn and Englewood Web Portals
The Southwest web portal is one of many tools that will help create tech-savvy communities for the Southwest Smart Communities Initiative (SCCI), comprising three Chicago neighborhoods — Auburn Gresham, Chicago Lawn and Englewood.
The mission of the SCCI is a Digital & Social Link (DSL) between the three neighborhoods with the following goals:
The initiative is the result of a collaborative planning effort that brought together representatives from community-based organizations in the three neighborhoods and more than 100 residents. Those participants created the 
Southwest Smart Communities Plan, which provides a framework of ideas and projects for local implementation. For example:
SCCI is part of a larger program, the Smart Communities program. A major plank of the City of Chicago’s Digital Excellence Initiative, the Smart Communities Program is managed and supported by LISC/Chicago and funded in part through a $7 million federal Broadband Technology Opportunity Program (B-TOP) grant. The support is allowing the local partners in the five Smart Communities, Auburn Gresham, Chicago Lawn, Englewood, Humboldt Park and Pilsen, to provide enhanced access to broadband technology and training, and opportunities to earn hardware and software for more than 11,000 residents and 360 small businesses and nonprofits, with the goal of overcoming barriers to technological access that exist in many parts of the city.
The mission of the SCCI is a Digital & Social Link (DSL) between the three neighborhoods with the following goals:
- Connect the three communities to reduce the historical physical, cultural and digital divides between the areas
- Enhance the existing digital systems through working with community members, gatekeepers and technology expert to identify the most efficient and appropriate technologies to serve the community
- Improve access to the Web by making it more accessible to residents, schools, small businesses and city colleges within the three communities
Southwest Smart Communities Plan, which provides a framework of ideas and projects for local implementation. For example:- Neighbors involved in trainings to use digital technology to improve their daily lives.
- Students use broadband technology in new digital media labs in school.
- Local entrepreneurs visit business centers where they can learn more about using software to become more efficient — and more profitable.
A First Step, A Big Step
These programs and projects are catalysts. No one program is sufficient to provide all the digital resources a community needs. But by jumpstarting a culture of technology, we can support and enhance the values of our neighborhoods on the Southwest Side.SCCI is part of a larger program, the Smart Communities program. A major plank of the City of Chicago’s Digital Excellence Initiative, the Smart Communities Program is managed and supported by LISC/Chicago and funded in part through a $7 million federal Broadband Technology Opportunity Program (B-TOP) grant. The support is allowing the local partners in the five Smart Communities, Auburn Gresham, Chicago Lawn, Englewood, Humboldt Park and Pilsen, to provide enhanced access to broadband technology and training, and opportunities to earn hardware and software for more than 11,000 residents and 360 small businesses and nonprofits, with the goal of overcoming barriers to technological access that exist in many parts of the city.
Gage Park High School Robotics Club
hopes to clean up the competition at the FIRST Tech Challenge.
FTC, or FIRST Tech Challenge, is a worldwide competition designed to inspire young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Each year the game changes and teams have a mere 6 weeks to prepare for their events. This years competition, called Bowled Over" involves flipping and stacking miniature milk crates and picking up raquetballs on a 12' X 12' enclosed arena.
Courtesy of Chicago Lawn Portal
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