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News from past 90 days

Gallery 79 Features Oglesby School in Art Exhibit

CPS Elementary Art Exhibit showcased student's artwork from southwest side Englewood-Gresham, Pershing and Midway Networks, on May 3, 2013.  The Gallery Seven-Nine Co. owners, Antwon and Davida McGruder and gallery director, Siobhan McKissic, were the perfect hosts, of this illuminating event.

Health Fair "on the block" Auburn Gresham 2013

Come Out and Join Us, May 30th, from 10am-2p, at the annual Auburn-Gresham Health Fair on the block. We will be featuring many health screenings and informaton on many health disparities that impact Auburn Gresham and the surrounding communities, including asthma, blood pressure, diabetes, senior health and many more!

What the "X" is Going On?!!!

Have you noticed the large red "X" popping up on some buildings, in our Auburn Gresham community?  Come find out what is means and how you can help.

Identity theft prevention and shredding programs to be offered at local bank

Please see the full article that was posted in the Chicago Defender April 16, 2013, "Local bank to offer identity theft prevention and shredding programs"

Auburn Gresham's a Parade of Characters

In a celebration of reading literacy, one local Auburn Gresham Gold school, Westcott Elementary School, staff, students, parent volunteers and community partners dressed in their favorite book characters paraded down the streets of Auburn Gresham, all to promote reading.

Auburn Gresham Spring Kidz Story Hour

What do Magicians, Storytellers, a Firefighter and a Library have in common? EVERYTHING when you're at the Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation’s (GADC) spring “Kidz Hour” event at the Thurgood Marshall Library.

Middle School Participates in Soapbox Showcase

The PLC scholars took a crucial step developing their leadership skills by learning how to give an effective persuasive and informational speech.  They are dedicated to making change in their community.

Oglesby's First Father-Daughter Dance A Big Success

Oglesby Elementary School held it's first Father-Daughter Dance, on February 13, 2013.

PMA Attends Youth Solutions Congress

Perspectives Peace and Leadership Council (PLC) scholars had their voices heard at the first ever Mikva Challenge Youth Solutions Congress on February 23rd.  

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