Saturday Mornings at BUILD!
Looking for something exciting to do for youth on Saturday mornings? Join us for the 2024 Fall Saturday Morning Program! Workshops begin next Saturday, October 12th! Register here to save your spot today! Saturdays October 12 -November 2 Designed for youth ages 9-12. Younger children are welcome with an adult. Programs are free but space…
Open House Chicago at BUILD
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StOur award-winning campus in Austin will be one of many architectural treasures welcoming all visitors October 19 from 10am to 5pm to this free annual architecture fest. Stop by, walk around, have a tour, grab a sandwich at Momentum Coffee, visit the chicken. Families welcome! Stay tuned and find out more at OpenHouseChicago.org! More details…
4-Day Restorative Justice Training
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us in BUILD's Peace and Justice Center for a four-day Restorative Justice Training. To register, please contact Edwina Hamilton at edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org. Restorative Justice allows us to enhance skills that guides us in doing the work that is necessary for positive change. What will you experience? The practices that fall under RJ are examined, with…
Rap Sheet Workshop
3510 S Michigan AveBUILD will pay for client rap sheets to begin the expungement process. Join us Tuesday, October 22 from 9AM-12PM Questions? Please contact Yesenia Garcia at yeseniagarcia@buildchicago.org. BUILD pagará las hojas de antecedentes penales de los clientes para comenzar el proceso de eliminación de antecedentes penales. ¿Preguntas? Por favor, póngase en contacto con Yesenia García en…
Lights on Afterschool 2024
Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The effort has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement and generates media coverage across the country each year. The Afterschool Alliance organizes Lights On Afterschool to draw attention to the…
Vote Responsibly: Don’t Know Much About Judges?
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StDon’t know much about judges? Want to learn where local judges stand on issues affecting Black and Brown communities? Join BUILD and Injustice Watch in the Peace & Justice Center for two opportunities to learn more ahead of November’s Election. Join us: Monday, 10/28. 6pm -7pm or Friday, 11/01, 11am-12pm, right here at BUILD! Light…
Spooky Halloween Farm
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StAll are welcome! BUILD will provide a safe and fun option for the community to come enjoy a spooky farm and fun games, treats and activities in our gym. We will have a Spooky Farm - a haunted maze that starts in our Peace Garden near the fire pit and winds it's way through a…
Day of the Dead
We look forward to celebrating Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with our youth this month. Our young people will learn about building an ofrenda (altar), decorating calaveras (sugar skulls), play games, make music, and learn about a treasured tradition that goes back thousands of years!
Vote Responsibly: Don’t Know Much About Judges?
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StDon’t know much about judges? Want to learn where local judges stand on issues affecting Black and Brown communities? Join BUILD and Injustice Watch in the Peace & Justice Center to learn more ahead of November’s Election. Join us: Friday, 11/01, 11am-12pm, right here at BUILD! For more information, contact Edwina Hamilton at edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org Light…
Fitness For All: Group Fitness Expo
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us as we build up a culture of health and wellness in our community. Learn about the better choices that can improve your health and prevent disease. Become a part of the Fitlab Community and begin your journey towards optimal health!
La Mesa Latina Event: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Invitation Only)
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD is pleased to present our annual La Mesa Latina event, a unique luncheon that brings together Chicago’s most accomplished Latin leaders to share their stories with promising Latin youth from across metropolitan Chicago. What legacy do you want to leave behind? La Mesa Latina highlights some of the many ways success…
BUILD Adventure Camp!
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us for a day of sports, art, games and more on Report Card Pick Up Day. Food will be served. Designed for youth ages 8+. Free, but registration is required. Register Here! Questions? Please contact Mark Thornton at markthornton@buildchicago.org