is the Strengthening Ourselves to Heal Community Gun-Violence Prevention Conference. The conference includes awareness, healing, prevention, leadership, and training. Attendees will hear from their leaders, community stakeholders, elected officials, faith leaders, and our youth. Click here to register and learn more. Interested in a collaborative sponsorship? Learn more here.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is inviting entrepreneurs, small business owners and aspiring founders to attend the office’s first-ever free Business Services Resource Fair, an event designed to help Illinoisans turn business ideas into real opportunities.
Hosted in partnership with state, county and city agencies, as well as private-sector business development organizations, the fair will bring together the people and resources entrepreneurs need to start, grow and sustain a successful business – all under one roof.
The Secretary of State’s Business Services Resource Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 27 at Malcolm X College – 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Room 1106 – in Chicago.
“Too many people with great ideas never get their business off the ground because the process can feel confusing, expensive and stacked against them,” Giannoulias said. “This fair is about cutting through the red tape, connecting entrepreneurs with the right people and resources and giving them a real roadmap to start and grow, turning the business they’ve been dreaming about into a reality. When we help small businesses succeed, we’re investing in stronger communities, more jobs and a stronger Illinois economy.”
The event is aimed at both first-time entrepreneurs and established small business owners looking to grow, access capital or better understand how to navigate the system.
At the fair, attendees will be able to learn how to register a business in Illinois, apply for a state or federal tax identification number, acquire a business license and explore funding opportunities, including loans and grants. Participants will also receive guidance on how to do business with government agencies and connect directly with organizations that support small business growth.
Admission is free, but spots are limited so registration is encouraged. To register, visit app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d3f4caae77ba4b6349a610a098a45. For more information, visit www.ilsos.gov/departments/business-services.html.
Join us to celebrate the 15th Annual International Jazz Day with a neighborhood Jazz night!
Chicago West Community Music Center will showcase an intergenerational performance that highlights the roots and development of Jazz in Chicago, and its influence around the world.
Event details:
This concert will take place on Tuesday, April 28 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm*
Tickets are free and pre-registration is required. Donations welcome!
Limit 2 tickets per order.
* Please note that the concert will take place while the Conservatory is closed to the general public.
Accommodations: If you’d like to request accommodations, please contact access@garfieldpark.org. On the registration form, there is also a spot to indicate if you’d like to request an accommodation. Please submit requests at least 72 hours prior to the start of the program.
Click here to learn more about the Chicago West Community Music Center.
On April 29th, 6-8 PM at Westchester Village Hall (10300 W Roosevelt Rd.) I will be hosting an Affordability Town Hall to keep you in the loop about what I’m getting done in Springfield this legislative session. I look forward to seeing you there.
Registration required. Register at: https://hubs.la/Q048mKfd0
Join us for the Community Mural Listening Session and help shape the vision for a new mural coming to The Cubes at Roosevelt & Kostner. This is your chance to share your ideas, stories, and values that should be reflected in this artwork.
In-Person: Tuesday, April 28 | 6 PM
Fillmore Center — 4100 W. Fillmore St.
Virtual: Wednesday, April 29 | 6 PM
Zoom ID: 996 2693 6748 | Passcode: 685034
Art is a powerful way to tell our stories — let’s make sure our community’s voice is heard. Hope to see you there!
Maywood Fine Arts is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Renovation Kickoff Ceremony on Thursday, April 30, at 12PM!
This ceremony will officially mark the start of comprehensive renovations to revitalize our historic Fine Arts building at the corner of 5th Ave & Lake St over the summer.
More details will be shared at the ceremony, but you can expect:
A first look at our new building floor plans and renderings
Light refreshments and mingling with staff/stakeholders
A walkthrough of the building
Please RSVP HERE by Friday, April 24th.
We have BIG DREAMS for our community and can't wait to share them with you!
Mental Health Experience
Food. Conversation. Healing. Community. All are welcome.
Take a step toward better mental well-being. This FREE workshop is designed to provide tools, support, and community for anyone looking to improve their mental health.
Step into an immersive gathering for women where every room blooms with its own floral theme.
Enjoy curated tea tastings, light bites themed drinks, body bar activation stations, styled photo spaces, raffles.
An afternoon devoted to beauty, wellness, and the strength of women in community.
Suggested attire: Garden party chic - florals, soft pastels, and elevated Spring looks.
Are you interested in connecting with and getting to know other Circle Keepers?
Desire to fine tune your Circle Keeping skills, while learning new techniques, while building resources?
Well, come join us every 1st Tuesday of the month.
Light refreshments to be served.
For more information and to RSVP, contact Edwina Hamilton edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org or 773.227.2880
Fresh Start Fathers, The Columbus Park Advisory Council Community Partners & Sponsors Present...18th Annual Anti-Gun Violence Prayer Vigil
Thank you for your interest in We Who Create: A Healing & Mentorship Journey in the Arts, a partnership between the KCAF and YourPassion1st (YP1). This program supports students ages 10–13 through arts workshops, mentorship, and social-emotional learning. Sessions are held Mondays from 3:30–5:30 PM at Catalyst Elementary.
Fun Activities | Give-aways | Refreshments Stop by Montclare Supportive Living for a tour of Monteclare and enjoy some fun activities that are listed below: Nov. 7 - Senior Bingo […]
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