Operation Rainbow Push will be issuing turkeys to families for the Christmas Holiday. In order to receive the turkey, the individual must go to PUSH headquarters(950 E. 50th Street - 773-373-3366) to register to receive the turkey. Registration begins NOVEMBER 30, 2009. Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(bring some form of state ID). On Saturday, December 5, 2009, at 9:00 a.m., the person can pick up their turkey at OPERATION PUSH after the Saturday morning broadcast program.
To help address the issue of gun violence, UCAN will host it’s
Second Annual Urban/Suburban Youth Summit on Gun Violence
on December 5, 2009 from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
at George Westinghouse College Prep High School,
3223 W. Franklin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624.
The Summit will unite youth, community leaders, policy makers, and advocates in a solution-focused agenda to improve the public’s understanding about the effects of gun violence, to engage community support in reducing gun violence, and to educate on the issues critical to America’s youth. The main goal of the Summit is to foster youth civic activism and leadership, with youth attendees identifying the most significant issues pertaining to their age groups on gun violence and working with community and business leaders to identify and implement solutions and strategies to end gun violence.
Register your group:
Chevelle Bailey
312 738 5913
bailec@ucanchicago.org
If somebody knows a family or somebody that needs a warm meal for thanksgiving this is the place to send them for thanksgiving. If anybody will like to volunteer to serve you could contact me at 773-890-0555 ext 266 my Name is Gustavo Arellano
You are invited to
Thanksgiving Day Lunch
St Pius Basement
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Start Serving 12:30pm
Gustavo Arellano
Income Support Specialist
Instituto Del Pregreso Latino
773-890-0055 ext 266
Good Afternoon,
I am reaching out on behalf of the Housing and Public Safety Task Force. We are planning a Conference for Monday, December 7th and I would like your attendance to talk about Public Safety in the Englewood Community. Please see attachment and let me know if you can make it.
When: Monday, December 7th
Where: Park National Bank
815 W 63rd Street
4th Floor
Time: 10am-1pm
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
Thanks!
Jimi Orange, Project Coordinator
Englewood Safety Net Works
Children's Home + Aid Society/Earle Elementary
6121 S Hermitage Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60636
(312) 615-6751 Cell
(773) 776-7398 Fax
Working together to end violence in our community
Children’s Art Group
Who: Significant others & Survivors of sexual abuse, with English fluency, ages 9-11
What: An opportunity to create artistic expressions within a supportive group environment
When: Saturdays from 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.
Starting on January 9th, 2010
Ending on February 27th, 2010
Where: YWCA RISE Children’s Center
300 S. Ashland Ave
Suite 301
Chicago, IL 60607
This group is offered at no charge.
All materials are provided.
Space is limited!
RSVP is required to attend group.
For more information, please contact:
YWCA, please visit us at www.ywcachicago.org.
Lauren Schmidt: 312.733.2102 x 413
WANTED
Minimum Requirements
-CHICAGO YOUTH
-AGES 18-21
-CHICAGO RESIDENT
-OUT OF SCHOOL
-LOW INCOME
NO COST FREE SERVICES!!!
LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT OR TRAINING (TRAINING THAT LEADS TO IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT)
NO COST!!!! FREE SERVICES!!!!
CONTACT CHICAGO WORKFORCE CENTER-SOUTHWEST
MS. ALBERT or Youth Dept.
7500 S. PULASKI RD
CHICAGO, IL 60652
773-884-7000 EXT 221
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Monday, November 23, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
http://www.thinkfinity.org
On behalf of the Verizon Foundation, I’m pleased to invite you to Thinkfinity.org, a Web site that offers outstanding educational resources developed by the most respected educational organizations in the country.
There is no cost, log in, subscription, or advertising. Funded entirely by the Verizon Foundation, all resources are available for free.
What you’ll find: Tens of thousands of free, timely, standards-based K-12 resources
Engaging lesson plans, videos, podcasts, interactive games and more
Core subject content is aligned with state standards and with 21st century learning
Quality materials designed by trusted partners like the NEH, IRA, AAAS, the Smithsonian, National Geographic, and more
Free professional development opportunities
http://www.thinkfinity.org
There is no cost, log in, subscription, or advertising. Funded entirely by the Verizon Foundation, all resources are available for free.
What you’ll find: Tens of thousands of free, timely, standards-based K-12 resources
Engaging lesson plans, videos, podcasts, interactive games and more
Core subject content is aligned with state standards and with 21st century learning
Quality materials designed by trusted partners like the NEH, IRA, AAAS, the Smithsonian, National Geographic, and more
Free professional development opportunities
http://www.thinkfinity.org
Monday, November 2, 2009
Illinois Prevention Symposium: Building Healthy Communities
Monday, November 16, 2009
Northwestern University – Thorne Auditorium
8:30 a.m. ~ Onsite Registration
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ~ Program
Mental Health America of Illinois (MHAI) in collaboration with the Illinois Children’s Mental Health Partnership & the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health, are proud to present the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) newly released, ground-breaking report entitled Preventing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Disorders Among Young People: Progress and Possibilities.
Join key stakeholders to learn more about the findings of the report and their exciting implications for Illinois.
Return Registration to: Mental Health America of Illinois
EMAIL to: intern@mhai.org
FAX to: (312) 368-0283
Questions? Call (312) 368-9070 ext. 24 OR Email intern@mhai.org
Monday, November 16, 2009
Northwestern University – Thorne Auditorium
8:30 a.m. ~ Onsite Registration
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ~ Program
Mental Health America of Illinois (MHAI) in collaboration with the Illinois Children’s Mental Health Partnership & the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health, are proud to present the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) newly released, ground-breaking report entitled Preventing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Disorders Among Young People: Progress and Possibilities.
Join key stakeholders to learn more about the findings of the report and their exciting implications for Illinois.
Return Registration to: Mental Health America of Illinois
EMAIL to: intern@mhai.org
FAX to: (312) 368-0283
Questions? Call (312) 368-9070 ext. 24 OR Email intern@mhai.org
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing
Sponsored by Bank of America
We’re looking for young women with outstanding achievements and aspirations in computing and technology. Are you the future of technology?
What do winners receive?
Each qualified National winner receives:
» $500 in cash
» a laptop computer, provided by Bank of America
» a trip to attend the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony, held in Charlotte, North Carolina on March 27, 2010
» an engraved award for both the student and the student’s school
Who is eligible?
» Applicants must be high-school level girls (grades 9-12).
» Applicants must reside in the United States of America.
» Applicants should have a demonstrated outstanding aptitude and interest in IT/computing, and demonstrated leadership ability.
» Applicants should have good academic history, typically a GPA of 3.0 or better.
» Applicants should have post-secondary education plans.
» Students from groups underrepresented in computing and current Juniors/Seniors are strongly encouraged to apply.
» Past applicants including semi-finalists are encouraged to apply, however, previous award-winners are not eligible to reapply or receive any awards.
» Relatives of employees or board members of NCWIT are prohibited from receiving the award.
Howdo Iapply?
Visit www.ncwit.org/award. Applications open on October 7, 2009 for the 2010 National award call. Applicants have until November 15, 2009 to complete their application. Email any questions to aspirations@ncwit.org.
New this year – Affiliate awards
There will be Affiliate Award programs in Illinois, Texas and Florida to recognize even more young women. The application period is the same and young women in those states will automatically be entered into both Affiliate and National competitions. Affiliate Award prize packages will vary. The Affiliate Awards are possible through a generous grant from the Motorola Foundation.
National Center for Women & Information Technology
www.ncwit.org | info@ncwit.org | 303.735.6671
Sponsored by Bank of America
We’re looking for young women with outstanding achievements and aspirations in computing and technology. Are you the future of technology?
What do winners receive?
Each qualified National winner receives:
» $500 in cash
» a laptop computer, provided by Bank of America
» a trip to attend the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony, held in Charlotte, North Carolina on March 27, 2010
» an engraved award for both the student and the student’s school
Who is eligible?
» Applicants must be high-school level girls (grades 9-12).
» Applicants must reside in the United States of America.
» Applicants should have a demonstrated outstanding aptitude and interest in IT/computing, and demonstrated leadership ability.
» Applicants should have good academic history, typically a GPA of 3.0 or better.
» Applicants should have post-secondary education plans.
» Students from groups underrepresented in computing and current Juniors/Seniors are strongly encouraged to apply.
» Past applicants including semi-finalists are encouraged to apply, however, previous award-winners are not eligible to reapply or receive any awards.
» Relatives of employees or board members of NCWIT are prohibited from receiving the award.
Howdo Iapply?
Visit www.ncwit.org/award. Applications open on October 7, 2009 for the 2010 National award call. Applicants have until November 15, 2009 to complete their application. Email any questions to aspirations@ncwit.org.
New this year – Affiliate awards
There will be Affiliate Award programs in Illinois, Texas and Florida to recognize even more young women. The application period is the same and young women in those states will automatically be entered into both Affiliate and National competitions. Affiliate Award prize packages will vary. The Affiliate Awards are possible through a generous grant from the Motorola Foundation.
National Center for Women & Information Technology
www.ncwit.org | info@ncwit.org | 303.735.6671
The Englewood Community
In conjunction with
The Chicago Police Department and 311
Invites you to find the resources you need at the
Englewood Community Direct Service Fair
Some of the resources & services include:
~Housing ~Community Safety
~Health care ~Immunization
~Workforce Development ~Dental Care
~CAPS ~City Services
~Financial Matters ~Education
~Chicago Police Department Resources
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2009
TIME: 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Harper High School
For more information please contact
P.O. Earlene Spaulding or P.O. Joseph Clark 312-747-6722
In conjunction with
The Chicago Police Department and 311
Invites you to find the resources you need at the
Englewood Community Direct Service Fair
Some of the resources & services include:
~Housing ~Community Safety
~Health care ~Immunization
~Workforce Development ~Dental Care
~CAPS ~City Services
~Financial Matters ~Education
~Chicago Police Department Resources
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2009
TIME: 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Harper High School
For more information please contact
P.O. Earlene Spaulding or P.O. Joseph Clark 312-747-6722
In Support
Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation
invites your participation in a ...
Memorial Mass for Victims of Violence
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Celebrated by
Bishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller
Thursday-November 12- 7:00 P.M.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church,
4500 South Ashland St.
A Mass and Ritual for Healing and Reconciliation for:
Survivors of violence
Families or friends of a victim of violence
the community affected by violence
Let us come together and pray for peace.
Bring photos of lost loved ones.
For more information call Fr. David Kelly—773-562-8861
Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation
invites your participation in a ...
Memorial Mass for Victims of Violence
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Celebrated by
Bishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller
Thursday-November 12- 7:00 P.M.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church,
4500 South Ashland St.
A Mass and Ritual for Healing and Reconciliation for:
Survivors of violence
Families or friends of a victim of violence
the community affected by violence
Let us come together and pray for peace.
Bring photos of lost loved ones.
For more information call Fr. David Kelly—773-562-8861
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