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Small Business Forum A Success!
- May 20, 2014
The Small Business Forum took place on May 13, 2014 at the RedLINE CTC (Community Training Center), Auburn Gresham's Neighborhood Business Development Center. The event was moderated by Carlos Nelson, GADC's Executive Director and co-sponsored with the 6th District Police as part of the 6th District Business Sub-Committee.
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Apply Nnow! Teen Summer Jobs @GADC_Chicago Deadline Approaching
- May 19, 2014
GADC is a MAPSCorps Intern Worksite, for the 5th year! To apply for one of our dynamic Mapper positions, go to After School Matters Website, search for MAPSCorps @ Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation and apply! Deadline is soon approaching! For more information and to download flyer see full story or contact Norma Sanders at 773.483.3696.
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Spring Health Fair "On The Block" Auburn Gresham
- May 19, 2014
Join Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation (GADC), Auburn Gresham Gold School™ and Elev8 programs as they present the Spring Health Fair on the Block. This bi-annual fair will have lots of health-related vendors and professionals offering free material and key information about your health. Come out and take advantage of numerous health screenings too!
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The Community Breaks Bread With Trust
- Norma Sanders, May 8, 2014, make a comment
The Chicago Community Trust is kicking off "On the Table" a Chicago region event held on May 12th, to unite us as a community and discuss our future. Are you hosting and "On The Table" discussion in Auburn Gresham and need concerned and trusted residents, businesses or youth to attend? Let us know the date, time, and number of folks you can handle at your table and we will help you spread the word!
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Thanks For Visiting The Auburn Gresham Community "For The Health Of It"
- May 7, 2014, 6 comments
Thank you for visiting the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, as part of the April 30 - May 3, 2014 Community-Partners For Health Conference! We were really honored you selected us to be part of this iconic national health leadership event. We were extremely glad to have visitors from all over the United States and Canda. It is our hope you witnessed the dedication, support and commitment to education, health equality and social justice in our schools and in our community-campus partnerships. Special thanks to our local partners CVS Caremark, Luster Learning (Calm Classroom), Access Community Health Network (current school based health provider), Illinois State University (Teacher+Plus and STEPUP), University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (school based health provider coming soon) and of course our two Auburn Gresham Gold Schools, Westcott Elementary and Perspectives Middle Academy Principals and the dynamic student ambassadors (scholars) who led the site tour!
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Illinois Passes the Half Million Mark for Health Coverage Under the ACA
- Sabrina Miller, May 5, 2014
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today released numbers for the six-month open enrollment period that show that more than half a million people in Illinois have obtained health coverage under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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ComEd Hosts 2nd Annual Multicultural Roundtable Luncheon
- Reprented from ComEd Power Source, Apr 28, 2014
ComEd hosted its 2nd Annual Multicultural Media Roundtable Luncheon on April 7, and the Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation online presence was at the table!
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Middle Schoolers "Pasta for Pennies" Raises Funds And Awareness For Cancer
- Anya Cawthon, Apr 28, 2014
Perspective Middle Academy (PMA) student houses, participated in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's "Pasta for Pennies" coin drive for an 8 week period and raised awareness and funds for youth fighting cancer.
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Easter Seals Senior Workforce Expands Close to Home
- Purscilla Roberts, Apr 25, 2014
My name is Purscilla Roberts. I am a senior. I reside in the Auburn Gresham community. I work with the Easter Seals Senior Employment Program. I work in an office in my community. I am blessed.
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Enjoy The Day!
- Apr 18, 2014
Whether working, relaxing or celebrating, enyoy the day. Happy Good Friday!
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Auburn Gresham Tax Site Makes The Number$!
- Norma Sanders, Apr 16, 2014
Thank You for using the Auburn Gresham Tax site!
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At GADC March Madness Was Not Just About the Brackets
- Norma Sanders, Apr 7, 2014
At GADC March Madness Was Not Just About the Brackets, take a moment and look at our teams win at Education, Health, Seniors, Technology for our residents and businesses.
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Ms. Curry is Covered, It's Not Too Late!
- Norma Sanders, Mar 31, 2014
Sometimes all you can do is close your eyes and give thanks. That's what Ms. Curry expressed when they finished her "Get Covered Illinois" health insurance application, in record time!
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GetCovered on March 27th It Is Not Too Late
- Mar 25, 2014
Auburn Gresham, Chatham and Greater Grand Crossing!!!!! The Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation and St. Sabina Resource Center is holding a March Enrollment Madness Event to enroll as many residents and businesses as possible, on March 27th, 10-2pm conveniently located at 7801 S. State Street, Urban Partnership Bank, second floor, in the new off the "RedLine Computer Center," before Enrollment Closes March 31st!!
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Windy City Habitat for Humanity’s Neighborhood Engagement Event t The West Pullman Library!
- Mar 25, 2014
On Wednesday, April 2nd, from 6pm to 7:30pm, you are invited to attend Windy City Habitat for Humanity’s Neighborhood Engagement Event at The West Pullman Library!
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Chicago Vintage Home Series - "THIS OLD DREAM HOUSE"
- NHS Auburn Gresham, Mar 14, 2014
Chicago neighborhoods are defintred by thier bungalows, greystones, workers cottages ad other vintage homes. Many potential and existing homeowners have questions about how to assess the condidtions, repari needs, and unique architectuiral features of these buildins. Join Matt Cole of Neighborhood Housing Serviecs aof Chicago tolearn howe ot identify potential repair and maintenance issues prioritize repairs including energy efficiency and indoor air quality), and contractors.
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Truancy in Chicago Public Schools Task Force Public Hearings
- Mar 6, 2014
L.E.A.D.E.R.S Network sponsors "Truancy in Chicago Public Schools Task Force" meeting: March 10th, New Mt. Pilgram Missionary Baptist Church, 4301 W. Washington Street, 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Public Hearing begins at 5:30pm. Senator Jacqueline Collins sponsors, "Truancy in Chicago Public Schools Task Force" meeting: in Auburn Gresham, April 28th, Urban Partnership Bank (Community Room), 7801 S. State Street, 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Public Hearing begins at 5:30pm.
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ComEd CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITIES
- Mar 4, 2014
ComEd offers Flexible Payment Options and Finanicial Assistance to customers in need. Felixabele payment option are available through April 1, 2014. To learn more call 888-806-CARE (2273), option 2 or visit ComEd.com/CARE for more information.
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Papa Buckner and the Dream Team Serves The Blues
- Linda Johnson, Mar 4, 2014
Papa Buckner and the Dream Team serves "The Blues," during the semi-annual Breakfast and Blues for Seniors, Saturday, February 22nd, in the community room, at the Thurgood Marshall Library, hosted by the Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation and their community partners.
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Read Aloud. Change the World. World Read Aloud Day: March 5, 2014
- Mar 4, 2014
There are two national days to recognize reading, Read Across America Day (March 3rd) and World Read Aloud Day on March 5th. What's your favorite book? What are you reading now? Who are you reading too?
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World Read Aloud Day: March 5, 2014
- Mar 4, 2014
There are two national days to recognize reading, Read Across America Day (March 3rd) and World Read Aloud Day on March 5th. What's your favorite book? What are you reading now? Who are you reading to? Let's make sure everyone in Auburn Gresham is engaged in reading aloud today and reading everyday!
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White House Creating Opportunities To Elevate Boys and Young Men of Color
- Feb 27, 2014
“There are a lot of kids out there who need help, who are getting a lot of negative reinforcement. And is there more that we can do to give them the sense that their country cares about them and values them and is willing to invest in them?” – President Obama, July 19, 2013. Thanks to the Atlantic Philanthropies, commitment to Elev8 programming, in Chicago's Auburn Gresham community -- there is Richlyn's Story.
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CALL FOR RFP's: 79th Street Renaissance Festival
- Feb 21, 2014
SSA#32 is releasing a Call for RFP's for Event Planners for the Annual 79th Street Renaissance Festival.
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Community Scandal Viewing Party 2.27.14
- Feb 19, 2014
SCANDAL season will soon be upon us and all across Chicago Livvies are gearing up to be shocked, surprised, and stimulated by hottest couple on TV since Captain Kirk and Uhura! Join us for a community Scandal Viewing Party, at GADC 7901 S. Racine, on Thursday, February 27th! Don'f forget to teall ALL your friends, coworkers, and colleagues - especially SCANDAL fans! Event starts at 8:00pm, *Small entry fee* and valid ID required.
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Hadiya Pendleton's Friend Honored for Shielding Friend From Gunfire
- Feb 19, 2014
The Boy Scouts of America will award Eagle Scout Lawrence D. Sellers with the Honor Medal later this week. Sellers will be recognized for selflessly shielding a friend from gunfire in Chicago’s Harsh Park last year where he received non-life-threatening wounds. Sellers was shot in the leg during the attack that killed his King College Prep classmate, Hadiya Pendleton, who has become a national symbol of Chicago’s violence.