-
Englewood Flyover Bridge Work
- Oct 18, 2013
Englewood Flyover bridge work to require Dan Ryan closures CHICAGO (Oct. 7, 2013) – The construction of a major railroad bridge over the Dan Ryan Expressway will impact highway drivers during overnight periods from Oct. 14 through Nov. 7, with lane closures and some brief full traffic stops while the work progresses. The changes are needed as Metra’s contractor will be erecting steel girders onto the concrete piers for the Englewood Flyover.
-
Lessons from the 1963 Boycott
- Oct 14, 2013
Join Chicago Teachers Union, Tuesday Oct. 22nd, at the Dusable Museum, on the 50th anniversary of the 1963 Boycott of Chicago Public Schools, when an estimated 250,000 Chicagoans - mostly CPS students - protested segregation and inequality.
-
Share Good Stories Floating Around the Community
- Oct 11, 2013
Calling all residents, businesses, community and city partners, We are looking for more stories for our community portal. What's happening near you? Come join our community portal team and learn how to share the stories from your block.
-
Teen Girls Empowered Through Action (TGETA)
- Amber Stone, Oct 11, 2013
TGETA seeks five (5) young African American female professionals to mentor middle and high school female youth participants at the Rebecca Crown Center in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood. This position is on a volunteer basis. Applications due 10/18!
-
Happy Chicago Day!
- Oct 9, 2013
Exactly 120 years ago...
-
Bridge Academy Saturday Enrichment Program (Oct. 12 - Dec. 14, 2013)
- Bridge Admin, Oct 4, 2013
BCFS Bridge Academy Saturday Enrichment Program is FREE and open to youth, ages 6-13 years old.
Fall 2013 Dates: Saturdays only, Oct. 12 - Dec. 14, 2013.
Fall 2013 classes include: Drill Team, Art class, Chess, Creative Writing, Digital Literacy. The program also offers a balanced and nutritional breakfast and lunch for all participants.
Enroll now: http://bcfs.edu20.org/
Contact: 773-488-9065
-
In Search Of Local Talent to Volunteer
- Cynthia Rashid, Oct 2, 2013
Bridge Academy Saturday Program in search of local talent to volunteer to entertain children between the ages of 6-13 years
-
A Long Healthy Life: The Stories of A Century
- Norma Sanders, Oct 1, 2013
Today as we mark new era in healthcare as we know it, I have the priviledge to reflect on a community Centenarian Celebration held last Friday to honor nine seniors ages 100 to 108 and three who are 99 and will turn 100 within a month. That's living a long and Healthy Life!
-
Affordable Care Act -- Oct. 1, 2013
- Oct 1, 2013
Healthcare takes a cultural approach (ACA)...
-
Let Social Security Help Guide You to Work
- mayra salazar, Sep 30, 2013
-
Get Your Benefit Verification Letter Online
- mayra salazar, Sep 30, 2013
-
We Speak Spanish On The Computer, Mobile Device, or Phone
- mayra salazar, Sep 30, 2013
-
Auburn Gresham Health Fair This Thursday!
- Anya Cawthon, Sep 19, 2013
Don't forget to stop by the Auburn Gresham Fall Health Fair, September 26th! To be held "on the block" between 79th May and 79th Racine. Come learn and see demonstrations on health and wellness.
-
Greater West Town Celebrates National Education Week by Raising Academic Skills and Getting Adult Learners Back to Work
- Ellen Lindsey, Sep 19, 2013
Expert in job training and placement, Greater West Town Training Partnership, celebrates National Education Week by connecting adult learners with career opportunities.
-
Obama Administration Follow-through on Broadband
- Rick Boucher, Honorary Chairman, Internet Innovation Alliance, Sep 18, 2013
President Obama’s 2012 Executive Order aimed at accelerating broadband deployment on federally-owned property by making the deployment and construction process cheaper and more efficient.
-
Freshman Urban Program's Visit to GAGDC
- Michael Fletcher, Sep 13, 2013
Northwestern University's Freshman Urban Program joins the Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation in its mission to revitalize the communities.
-
Northwestern Students Visit GADC
- Dean Meisel, Sep 13, 2013
As part of a pre-orientation program for Northwestern University, 20 incoming Freshman visited and helped out the Greater Auburn Gresham Community Development Corporation.
-
After School Matters® Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2013 Programs
- ASM Press Release, Sep 9, 2013
Auburn Gresham High School Students!!!—After School Matters (ASM) is now accepting applications for its Fall apprenticeship and internship programs, which will begin October 1. Continue reading to see a few of the innovative programs offered throughout the city this fall for high school students.
-
Count Down to 8th Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival and Family Jam for Peace!
- Sep 6, 2013
Counting down to the 8th Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival - TOMORROW! The 79th Street Renaissance Festival and Family Jam for Peace is Saturday, September 7th, 10:00am - 7:00pm, starting at the intersection of 79th and Racine. See you there!
-
Employment - Apply for CPD This Week!
- Sep 4, 2013
Apply with the Chicago Police Department, 17th Ward Alderman Latash Thomas and S. Sabina Employment Resource Center will host an Information Session Sept. 5th, 10am at St. Sabina Church, 1210 W. 78th Place. Open to all!
-
When the White House Calls
- reprinted Michael Rubinger, President & CEO, LISC, Sep 4, 2013
Ever wonder what the LISC icon is on the Auburn Gresham community portal? It stands for Local Initiative Support Corporation. They are not only a funder of organizations and projects in Chicago, but also supporting community development across the nation. See an inspiring reprinted article from its President and CEO.
-
IN THE AFTERMATH OF DISASTER, SOCIAL SECURITY CAN HELP
- mayra salazar , Aug 28, 2013
-
Celebrating 50th Year of The Dream Speech
- Aug 28, 2013, make a comment
The 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s March on Washinton for Jobs and Freedom is being celebrated today. Tell us your dream for our community? #AdvancingTheDream
-
Celebrate The Retirement Estimator’s Fifth Anniversary
- mayra salazar , Aug 27, 2013
-
Young Workers, Meet Social Security
- mayra salazar , Aug 27, 2013