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SUMMARY:Black History Month Museum: Black Art Collectors—Preserving Our Legacy
DESCRIPTION:A month-long Black History Month exhibition highlighting the role of Black art collectors in preserving cultural legacy. Registration and details available online at Eventbrite. An opening reception will happen on Sunday\, Feb. 1\, at noon. Click here for more info.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/black-history-month-museum-black-art-collectors-preserving-our-legacy/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Culture Mixer and Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to The Culture Holiday Mixer\, a community celebration hosted by The Culture\, the West Side’s newest media outlet. Please join us for an evening of connection\, storytelling\, and local history as we close out the year together.\n\nThis free community mixer and fundraiser for The Culture will give residents a chance to meet local journalists who are telling West Side stories with depth and intention.\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, December 11th\nTime: 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\n5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL 60644\nLight refreshments will be provided\, and free parking is available.\n\nRSVP: Please register in advance here.  Feel free to share this link.\nIf you have any questions\, feel free to contact us at stories@ourculture.us or call Kamil Brady at (708) 406-2494 or Michael Romain at (708) 359-9148.\n\nWe look forward to celebrating with you and continuing to build a vibrant\, community-centered media landscape on the West Side.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/the-culture-mixer-and-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeownership 101
DESCRIPTION:Smart Steps For New Buyers \nJoin us for a housing resource workshop focused on home education\, homeowner support\, and access to local housing resources. Come connect with community partners\, learn about available programs\, and enjoy light snacks and drinks while networking with others in your community! \nClick here to register. \nContact LaShawna Bundy for more information or questions: \n773-417-8601 ext. 151\nlbundy@austincomingtogether.org
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/homeownership-101/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Planning For Your Future
DESCRIPTION:Understand transfer on death instruments and powers of attorney.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/planning-for-your-future/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeownership 101: Smart Steps for New Buyers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Community members are invited to a Housing Resource Workshop\, Homeownership 101: Smart Steps for New Buyers\, happening Monday\, November 10th from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation (5500 W. Madison St.). \nThis free\, community-centered event will feature local housing partners including CDEL\, Communities United\, NHS\, and Legal Aid Chicago\, sharing valuable information on: \n\nHomeownership programs and financial coaching\nLegal housing rights and eviction prevention\nTenant-landlord support\nFree legal services and housing resources\n\nCome connect with neighbors\, enjoy light snacks and refreshments\, and take smart steps toward your housing goals! \nRegister using the QR code on the flyer attached or click here \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to reach out to me at lbundy@austincomingtogether.org or call (773) 417-8611
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/homeownership-101-smart-steps-for-new-buyers-workshop/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Coming Together":MAILTO:hub@austincomingtogether.org
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SUMMARY:Austin Chamber Hosts Comptroller Mendoza
DESCRIPTION:The Austin Chamber of Commerce will host Illinois Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza at the Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/austin-chamber-hosts-comptroller-mendoza/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Men's Wellness Group
DESCRIPTION:Define self-care\, conduct a self-assessment\, and discover new ways to support practice. Ages 18 and over. Hosted by the Freedom Defense Center of Austin. Register at bit.ly/3Klypco.
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/mens-wellness-group/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:BMO Austin Aspire Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Oct. 2\, Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St. | BMO Bank Grand Opening | BMO invites you to join them for music\, food\, entertainment\, and complimentary professional headshots. 
URL:https://ourculture.us/event/bmo-austin-aspire-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation\, 5500 W. Madison St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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