THE CONCERNED CHRISTIAN MEN INC.
Presents
The Award Winning
MAN-BOY
BREAKFAST
CXXXIX
SATURDAY
October 15, 2011
9:00 am
Simeon Career Academy
8147 S. Vincennes
Speaker
Andre M. Grant, Esq.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Vote for SWYC
The Chicago Sun-Times Charity Trust has set up the Sun Shine Project for the greater Chicago community to Shine A Light on worthy charities and select organizations and projects that deserve a grant.
This is an awesome opportunity for SWYC to receive up to $150,000 in program funding!
Every Vote Counts!
Please Vote by October 9, 2011
As committed individuals working to accomplish the Southwest Youth Collaborative's (SWYC) mission in helping young people thrive and achieve in their lives, we are asking all of you for your support. |
| Please act now by voting for our following projects: Urban Options--The Urban Options Project has created a pipeline of academic success and degree attainment from elementary school to college for students. This model was created and is delivered in partnership with participating schools, community organizations, parents, postsecondary education institutions and the Office of College and Career Preparedness of the Chicago Public Schools. Community Organizing Initiative-COI builds power and self-determination among low-income youth and families of color, and seeks to create a leadership and power base for disenfranchised young people and their families so that they can exercise their rights by shaping institutional and policy decisions that affect their lives. University of Hip Hop--UHH allows youth to explore themselves as individual artists through study and understanding of various mural & fine arts forms, urban dance, and to develop as leaders. |
| You can vote for all of our projects, but only once each. |
Vote by October 9th
Southwest Youth Collaborative Amandla Center 6400 S. Kedzie Ave. Chicago, Illinois 60629 Phone: (773) 476-3534 Fax: (773) 476-3615 How to Vote: 1.Go to Sun Shine Project: www.chicagosunshineproject.com 2.Create an account. You will receive an email to activate your account. 3.Visit the Project Page: www.chicagosunshineproject. 4.Find the Project name on the list and "Click" on it. 5.Click "Vote" (the red "thumbs up" sign) 6.Share with your friends by using the Sharing buttons on the right hand side of the Project page. 7.Leave a nice comment about the Project by scrolling to the bottom of the page and enter it into the gray text box. Copy and paste the above information in an email, Facebook (as a message or event), Twitter, Linkedin, or other Social Networking sites. |
CPL Magic Show
Magic Show
Date: Thu. October 06, 2011
Time: 6:00 pm
Location:
Garfield Ridge
6348 S. Archer Avenue
60638
About this event:
Abra-Ka-Dabra! Bring the entire family for a night of amazing magic with Mr. Firu and his thrilling feats of wonder! Ages 3 & up. Please call 312-747-6094 to register for this program.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Halloween Activities
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating and halloween treats.Date: 10/15/11
Start Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Schedule Notes: All Ages
Cost: $10.00
Location : Kenwood Community Park
1330 E. 50th St.
Chicago, 60615
312.747.6286
Halloween festivities include fun for the entire family with great pumpkin patches, haunted houses (and not so haunted houses), parties and much more. At the Chicago Park District's pumpkin patches, you can pick your personal favorite from a field filled with pumpkins of all sizes, and many of our pumpkin patches offer some of the following activities: pony rides, pumpkin decorating, photo stations and treats. Activities are designed to appeal to all ages. Have a fun Halloween in the parks!
The Chicago Park District's 2011 Halloween events are sponsored by Walgreens.
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Hispanic Heritage Celebration Nuestra Communidad
Join us for a lively evening of dance, music, visual arts, artifacts, food and games as we highlight seven Latin American countries: Mexico, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic and Columbia.Date: 10/14/11
Start Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $2
Location : Gage Park
Chicago's neighborhood festivals are great opportunities for communities to come together in the parks celebrating with friends, neighbors and family members. All throughout the city, the Chicago Park District organizes festivalsand special events which are family focused and offer activities for Chicagoans of all ages.
Community organizations and chambers of commerce periodically sponsor neighborhood festivals which include local parks. Additionally, some parks sponsor mini-festivals to bring the community together for fun and socializing.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Reminder: Tomorrow is the ASP Fest
Youth Ready Chicago Community Council Region 5 presents After School Program Fest 2011; a free event for the community to showcase and increase the enrollment of youth in after school programs across the region. The community is invited out on Saturday October 1, 2011, to the John L. Yancey Boys & Girls Club, located at 6245 S. Wabash Ave Chicago IL, 60637, from 1pm to 4pm for a day filled with entertainment, fun, and giveaways. Join us RAIN OR SHINE! This event will be moved indoor to the gym if it rains.
Buses will transport people to and from the event leaving from The Center of Change located at 63rd and California and St. Sabina Church located at 7909 S. Racine 60620. CPS Students of all ages and their families are encouraged to attend.
For more information contact Xavier Davis by email xdavis@swyc.org or phone 773-819-5033.
Buses will transport people to and from the event leaving from The Center of Change located at 63rd and California and St. Sabina Church located at 7909 S. Racine 60620. CPS Students of all ages and their families are encouraged to attend.
For more information contact Xavier Davis by email xdavis@swyc.org or phone 773-819-5033.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Lights on After School
YOU’RE INVITED TO A CELBRATION!!
Make plans to join Metropolitan Family Services / Midway Youth Center and the Afterschool Alliance to celebrate the importance of afterschool programs, Thursday, October 20th, for Lights On Afterschool!
In communities today, 15.1 million children take care of themselves after the school day ends. Afterschool programs keep kids safe, help working families and inspire learning. Join us, along with 7,500+ afterschool programs nationwide, in celebrating our afterschool programs.
The children will showcase their Social Science project “Latin Culture” completed in the afterschool program, as well as displaying the jewelry designed by the Youth Center Jewelry Club. We will also feature arts and craft activities related to the “Latin Culture” project.
If you are planning to attend, please RSVP to colfaxm@metrofamily.org by Monday, October 17th
* Who: Metropolitan Family Service - Midway Youth Center Program.
* What: An open house event with information, fun and entertainment.
* When: Thursday, October 20th, 2011 – from 3 pm until 6pm.
* Where: La Santa Cruz Church, 6545 S. Springfield, Chicago, IL 60629
* Why: Come and discover the fantastic activities the Youth Center program is offering the youth of West Lawn.
Job Preparedness Workshops
Date: Wed. September 28, 2011
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location:
Chicago Lawn
6120 S. Kedzie Avenue
60629
About this event:
Chicago Lawn Branch presents Job Preparedness Workshops, each Wednesday from July 20 to October 26, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Learn how to write a resume, job search skills, how to complete online job applications and interviewing skills.
Phone: 312-747-0639
Registration:
Registration is required please call (312) 747-0639 or visit the branch at 6120 S. Kedzie for more information. There will be only 3 participants per session.
Friday, September 23, 2011
COLLEGE FAIR FOR LGBT STUDENTS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS
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