New Communities Program upcoming events

2009 Affordable Housing Underwriting Forum & Annual Meeting

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:48:59 CST

Date of event: 11/9/2009–11/10/2009

The National Council for Affordable Housing Market Analysts invites market analysts, appraisers, debt or equity underwriters, and developers to discuss underwriting and market study developments in affordable housing.

For more information, please click here.

Healthy lifestyles for students workshop

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 00:31:51 CST

Date of event: 11/10/2009, 3:30 pm

The Healthy Teacher Network, sponsored by the Consortium to Lower Obesity in Chicago Children (CLOCC), hosts this kick-off workshop to promote healthy lifestyles for students.

Dinner will be provided at this event, which featuers free CPDU/CEU credits, networking opportunities, a resource fair and a raffle.

RSVP is required by Nov. 5 for this event. Please contact Anna Barnes, CLOCC, at (312) 573-7766, fax (312) 573-7825, or e-mail abarnes@childrensmemorial.org.

Legacy Celebration: Enlace Chicago 2009

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 00:40:57 CST

Date of event: 11/12/2009, 5:30 pm

This celebration honoring Enlace Chicago and Jesus "Chuy" Garcia will offer hors o'oeuvres and cocktails. Please RSVP by Nov. 6 to Vivian Ramos at (773) 542-9223 x10 or vramos@enlacechicago.org. To download a flyer about the event, please click here.

Open House and Mural Unveiling

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 17:03:11 CST

Date of event: 11/12/2009, 1:30 pm

NCP lead agency Lawndale Christian Development Corp. will celebrate the completion of the 54-unit Renaissance project and the installation of an outdoor mural.

The event will highlight the partnership between LCDC and Harris Bank in securing financing for the project, and the contribution of Harris employees and North Lawndale residents in producing the mural project.

Hispanic Worker Initiative Conference

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:26:23 CST

Date of event: 11/14/2009, 9 am

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Discussion of Animal-Related Issues

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 16:45:23 CST

Date of event: 11/16/2009, 6 pm

Chicago’s City Council has commissioned a study on homeless, abused or at-risk animals in the neighborhood and how they affect you.

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An important part of this research involves understanding perceptions and assumptions of the community regarding the role of animals.

This session will encourage open discussion about the role that animals play in the community, and allow you to identify animal-related issues that affect your everyday lives.

To RSVP, please call (312) 409-4790. Refreshments will be provided.

Positive Coaching Alliance - free workshop

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:53:18 CST

Date of event: 11/17/2009, 4 pm

Co-MOTION grantees and other sports administrators are welcome to join this free, interactive workshop on the principles of double-goal coaching -- for winning and for life lessons.

Sponsored by the Positive Coaching Alliance, this workshop will take place in the Conference and Learning Center at U.S. Cellular Field.

Please RSVP to Danielle Gillum at LISC by Nov. 10.

Madison-Western Chamber monthly meeting

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:41:48 CST

Date of event: 11/17/2009, 12 pm

This meeting is open to local businesses working together towards revitalization. For more information, please contact mquinlan@nearwestsidecdc.org.

South Chicago NCP quarterly task force meeting

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:38:33 CST

Date of event: 11/17/2009, 6 pm

This community meeting to learn about local programs and projects and share ideas will take place in the Villa Guadalupe Community Room at Claretian Associates.

Foreclosure Prevention workshops

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:32:55 CST

Date of event: 11/19/2009, 6 pm

NCP lead agency The Resurrection Project offers a free workshop that can help you prevent the foreclosure of your home. This workshop can help you understand the gravity of foreclosure, the options available for you and how long it takes to save your property.

Call today and register at (312) 666-1323.

Vigil and Special Worship Service

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:29:24 CST

Date of event: 11/19/2009, 7 pm

Churches and houses of worship that partner with the 14th District Police Department invite neighbors from the 14th District and beyond to attend a Vigil and Special Worship Service to seek God for the peace of our community.

Our theme verse is Jeremiah 29:7 “Seek the peace of the city…Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”

We will also be offering prayers for the families who have been hurt by violence this year. Neighborhood young people will be leading us in song, skits, and prayer. Come and join us in this interfaith celebration.

If your youth group/choir would like to participate in this special event, please contact David, (773) 486-9439.

"Consumers and the Economy" FREE workshops

Thu, 7 May 2009 00:34:47 CST

Date of event: 12/9/2009, 5:30 pm

These free workshops sponsored by Chicago Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) will cover foreclosure, mortgage refinance, mortgage fraud, credit repair, debt consolidation, check and credit fraud, and consumer rights.

The Wednesday evening sessions will take place in Humboldt Park on May 27, North Park on Aug. 19, and South Shore on Dec. 9. For a flyer with full details, please click here.

The 16th Annual Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 13:31:10 CST

Date of event: 2/9/2010

The 16th Annual Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards and Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards for Architectural Excellence in Community Design will honor Chicago's finest in architecture and community development.

To apply online or for more information, please see http://www.lisc-cnda.org.