COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Chicago’s Race Against Gun Violence | Virtual
The Race Against Gun Violence is a rallying point to raise awareness and funds for organizations working to save lives and build Chicago’s future. It is an opportunity to change the narrative about our city, call concerned citizens to action and show the world that Chicago can come together to solve the problem of gun…
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BUILDing Girls 2 Women: Sheroes of Covid-19 (Chicago Edition) comic book launch party
BUILDing Girls 2 Women: Sheroes of Covid-19 (Chicago Edition) comic book launch party
The Simple Good and Building Girls 2 Women invite you to join us for a very special evening to celebrate the launch of SHERO'S of COVID 19 - Chicago Edition - Comic Book release and book signing event with the authors of our event - our youth! To mark this amazing opportunity for the youth, we will be hosting an…
2 events,
La Mesa Latina (Virtual)
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD is proud to present our 5th annual La Mesa Latina, a unique event that brings together many of Chicago’s most accomplished Latin leaders to share their stories with promising Latin youth from across metropolitan Chicago. Latino high school students meet with Latino professionals to learn how to become…
3 events,
Austin Eats: “Can You Dig This?”
Austin Eats: “Can You Dig This?”
Those living, working and attending school in the Chicago’s Austin community! Please join us for a free film event (with food tastings, a mini farmers market, and more!) on Thursday, Oct 21st from 5:30-8:30PM. Enjoy a community screening of the acclaimed "Can You Dig This?", about the urban gardening revolution and the inspirational personal journeys of five…
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Off the Ave: ReBUILD by The Available City
Off the Ave: ReBUILD by The Available City
The community of Austin needs a day of fun and education about Chicago Ave, one of the most important streets on the West Side of Chicago. We will learn about its rich history and think about its great potential. There will be Youth-led presentations centered on urban design and its impact on Chicago neighborhoods and…
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4th Annual Restorative Justice Conference
4th Annual Restorative Justice Conference
This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 from 9 am to 4 pm. Join us as we explore themes of respect, response, and restoration through workshops, peace circles, guest speakers, and more! Hosted by the Leading Edge Teen Advisory Board and Oak Park Public Library. Virtual and open to all! Register here: oppl.org/restorative