Pilsen Portal upcoming events

Zumba in Pilsen!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:33:41 -0600

Ditch the workout and join the party!

Zumba on Mondays and Wednesdys at St. Paul's Church (Pilsen) 21 27 W. 22 Place, from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. $5.00 per person.

Join our official facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/117537595038396/

For more information, you may contact the rectory at 773-847-7622.

Princess Closet - Dress Drive

Thu, 02 May 2013 07:58:51 -0600

Princess Closet Dress/Shoe Drive

Puertas Abiertas / Open Doors

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 02:59:23 -0600

Are The Police Fair To Young Adults?

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:00:50 -0600

Are the Police Fair to Young Adults? Help Us Improve Contacts between the Police and Young Adults in our Community

The University of Illinois at Chicago, in collaboration with local community organizations and agencies, is seeking to improve our understanding of how young adults, ages 18 to 29, are treated by the police and to identify opportunities for improvement.

As a young adult in our community, we encourage you to share your feelings about this topic by completing an important new survey!

The survey is confidential and voluntary. You may take the survey in English or Spanish.

Please take a few moments to complete this survey by telephone, web or scanning the QR code (in both English and Spanish):

By calling 1(866) 234-4038

OR by going to the following web address: http://bit.ly/PCIS-SM

You will be asked to enter a PIN number to complete the survey. Your unique PIN number is 948-012-345. The purpose of the PIN number is to help insure that only one survey is completed per contact. Numbers are arbitrarily assigned by the University.

We want to emphasize that this survey is independent and your answers are strictly confidential. No one in the community or the police will know whether you completed the survey or how you answered the survey questions. There is the risk that a breach of privacy (others will know the subject is participating in research) and confidentiality (accidental disclosure of identifiable data) may occur.

As a service to our community, we want to thank you in advance for taking the survey and helping us to improve local police services.

The principal investigator conducting this study is Professor Dennis Rosenbaum. You may ask any questions you have now. If you have questions later, you may contact the researcher by phone at (312) 996-4574 or by email at pcisquestions@gmail.com

Es Justa La Policia Con Jovenes Adultos? Tome una Encuesta!

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:14:03 -0600

Es Justa la Policia con Jovenes Adultos? Ayuduenos a mejorar los contactos entre la policia y los jovenes adultos en nuestra communidad.

La Universidad de Illinois en Chicago, en colaboración con las organizaciones comunitarias locales, está tratando de mejorar nuestra comprensión de cómo los jóvenes adultos, entre 18 a 29 años de edad, son tratados por la policía y para identificar oportunidades de mejorar los servicios de la policia.

Como joven adulto en nuestra comunidad, le animamos a que comparta sus sentimientos acerca de este tema completando una nueva encuesta importante!

La encuesta es voluntaria y confidencial. Usted puede tomar la encuesta en inglés o español.

Por favor tóme unos minutos para completar esta encuesta en una de las siguientes opciones (en inglés y español):

Llamando al 1(866) 234-4038

O yendo a la siguiente direccion: http://bit.ly/PCIS-SM

Se le pedirá que ingrese un número PIN para completar la encuesta. Su número PIN único es 948-012-345. El propósito del número PIN es para ayudar a asegurar que solamente hay una encuesta tomada por contacto. Números se asignan arbitrariamente por la Universidad.

Queremos enfocar que esta encuesta es independiente y sus respuestas son estrictamente confidenciales. Nadie en la comunidad o la policía sabrá si usted a completado la encuesta o cómo contestó preguntas de la encuesta. Aun existe el riesgo de una violación de privacidad (otros sabrán que el subjecto está participando en la investigación) y confidencialidad (difusión accidental de información identificable).

Como un servicio a nuestra comunidad, queremos agradecerle por adelantado por tomar la encuesta y ayudarnos a mejorar los servicios de policía local.

El investigador principal de este estudio es profesor Dennis Rosenbaum. Usted puede preguntar cualquier pregunta que tiene en este momento. Si usted tiene preguntas más adelante, puede comunicarse con el investigador por teléfono al (312) 996-4574 o por correo electrónico a pcisquestions@gmail.com

Registration Now Open for Chicago Teens Seeking After School Matters® Summer Job Opportunities

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:53:10 -0600

After School Matters to provide approximately 7,000 job opportunities in the arts, communications, sports, science and technology to teens at nearly 150 locations across Chicago

WHAT: This summer, learn how to fly a flight simulator, train to become a lifeguard, explore your writing style through poetry, enhance your business skills and much more through an After School Matters apprenticeship or internship.

There are thousands of opportunities to get involved with After School Matters this summer. There is no cost to participate. Programs start July 1. Applications are available at www.afterschoolmatters.org.

WHERE: Programs will take place at 30 Chicago Public Schools high schools and at more than 120 community organizations, Chicago Park District and Chicago Public Library locations across the city, as well as Downtown at the Gallery37 Center for the Arts.

WHO: Chicago teen residents who are at least 14 years of age and entering or currently enrolled in high school.

WHY: After School Matters provides program opportunities in a safe and structured environment that allow Chicago teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond… and, it’s fun!

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For more information about After School Matters, visit www.afterschoolmatters.org.

Follow the organization on Twitter @aftrschoolmttrs and on Facebook at facebook.com/afterschoolmatters.

CLOSEOUT SALE!!

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:54:37 -0600

Our CLOSEOUT SALE is going on NOWWW...

HUGE MARKDOWNS!! EVERYTHING MUST GO!!

Spread the Word, Stop In Today & SAVE BIG!!

Mostly ALL items in shop are marked 1/2 OFF or lower for quick sell!!

FREE ART CLASSES

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:19:00 -0600

Current Classes

Yollocalli Summer 2013!

Apply online here: http://yollocalli.org/student-application/

Commercial Free (ASM)
July 1 – August 16, 2013
Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm
HS only
LVBGC (2801 S Ridgeway)
Commercial Free is back! Learn how to create original performances to build an original comedic performance show and new media addressing issues affecting our lives. Taught by Ricardo Gamboa.

Copy this! Silk Screen Techniques (ASM)
July 1 – August 16, 2013
Mon-Fri, 1pm-5pm
HS only
Barrett Park (2022 W Cermak Rd)
Work as young artists and gain a valuable experience exploring techniques of silk screen printing, and create prints that will be showcased at the National Museum of Mexican Art. Taught by Chema Skandal.

Community Reporting and Documentary Practices (ASM)
July 8 – August 15, 2013
Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm
HS only
LVBGC (2801 S Ridgeway)
Former Radio Arte participants are highly encouraged to take this next level of community reporting. Never took Radio Arte programs? Don’t worry, we won’t leave you out. Work with the renowned cinematographer Emmanuel Camacho, and learn how to document your community and your stories through digital video. Teens will gain an understanding of the Chicago media landscape and what the role of a community outlet like Radio Arte means. Final works will be presented to the community and shared online through Radio Arte’s website and other youth media led websites. Taught by Emmanuel Camacho.

History and Techniques of Graffiti
July 1 – August 9, 2013
Mon-Fri, 10am-12pm
7th and 8th grade youth
Barrett Park (2022 W Cermak Rd)
The program introduces the history and practice of graffiti art from the ol’ school experts. Taught by Liz Reyes.

Circuits and Art
July 1 – August 9, 2013
Mon-Fri, 9am-11am
7th and 8th grade youth
LVBGC (2801 S Ridgeway)
Ever wondered how art and technology work together? Here is your chance to mess around with cool things like arduinos and circuits to make art! Your work will be featured in the Festival of Latin Electronic Music Art Exhibition. Taught by some cool artist.

Public Art Fellowship
July 1 – August 23, 2013
Mon-Thu, 12pm-5pm
Ages 16-24
LVBGC and Barrett Park
Young artists will get a chance to work with international artists to create two new public art works for Little Village and Pilsen. This program requires youth to sign up to the ILNRI (http://ilnri.org/) program as well as interview/portfolio review. Get paid to work as a professional artist with a talented team of other artists. Taught by Chris Silva and Remed.

Young Curators (ASM Internship)
July 8 – August 15, 2013
Mon-Thu, 1pm-5pm
HS only
LVBGC (2801 S Ridgeway)
Works as young curators as you help create a youth led gallery space in Little Village and in the new Yollocalli home. Be leaders in your community as you create these pop up spaces and help curate and promote an art exhibition. Supervised by Vanessa Sanchez.

Yollocalli Youth Council
starting July 12, 2013
Fridays, 4pm-630pm
Ages 13-25
LVBGC (2801 S Ridgeway)
Meet with other teens who are interested in learning more about creating programs and events through Yollocalli. Learn how to write a grant, create a workshop, or plan a community event. The youth run the show and Yollocalli staff is here to support you. Supervised by Whitney Ross and Deborah Garcia.

Yollocalli Junior Administrative Assistants
starting July 12, 2013
Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm or TBD
Ages 16-24
LVBGC and Barrett Park
This program requires youth to sign up to the ILNRI (http://ilnri.org/) program as well as interview. Get paid to work as a staff member of Yollocalli. Learn what it takes to run programs, supervise activities, and plan events. Supervised by permanent Yollocalli Staff members.

Call or text us with questions at 773-234-4392.

Unísono 2013 Limited Edition Poster Contest

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:34:06 -0600

Call for Artists: We are seeking local Pilsen artists to help us design a new limited edition poster for the Unísono Festival. We are looking for creative individuals who can help create a unique poster that represents the community.

All designs must follow these guidelines:
1. The poster must embody and represent the following themes: community empowerment, diversity, education, social justice and our main theme for this year, Women's Empowerment.

2. All posters must include the following four logos: Unísono logo, The Resurrection Project logo, The National Museum of Mexican Art logo, and Greater Pilsen Economic Development logo. Logos can be downloaded at the bottom of the page.

3. The poster MUST NOT include offensive images or languages, no vulgarity, or political affliations.

4. Basic Info to be on poster MUST INCLUDE the following:
Event Name: Unísono 2013
Date: August 17th, 2013
Time: 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Location: 18th Street and Paulina

5. Final Poster size must be in 11"x17"- final poster size, PDF/PNG/JPEG format
Posters must be in CMYK
Resolution Sizes no bigger than 300, no smaller than 72,
Include fonts in the attached email.

6.Include the following text:

Brought to you by:
The Greater Pilsen Economic Development Association
The Resurrection Project
The National Museum of Mexican Art

Entries will be accepted until May 28th, 2013 at 5:00 pm

Winner will be announced on June 6th on PilsenPortal.org and Unisonofestival.org

Send all entries to Natalia Rodriguez at Natalia@greaterpilsen.org

Winner will receive:

$300

Honorable mention at Unísono Festival 2013,

and access to the Minisono event in June.

*rules subject to change upon board discretion, with public notice given.

DOWNLOAD LOGOS HERE:

1. Unisono Logo Click Here
2. The Resurrection Project logo Click Here
3. National Museum of Mexican Art logo Click Here
4. Greater Pilsen Economic Development Association logo Click Here

Día de Abogacía

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:47:50 -0600

Día de Abogacía

Mujeres Latinas en Acción y La Coalición de Illinois Pro Derechos de Inmigrantes y Refugiados necesitan de su apoyo

Le invitamos a viajar en nuestro autobús. Acompáñanos a luchar por los servicios para inmigrantes. Salimos de la oficina de Mujeres Latinas en Acción a las 6 de la mañana.

Para reservar tu espacio, llame a Ana Soto al: 773.890.7699

Les pedimos que traigan su comida y botanas para el camino. Se recomienda usar zapatos cómodos para caminar y una almohada para ir cómoda. Nosotros daremos péquennos aperitivos por la mañana. No es recomendable traer niños.

Art As Our First Language – Celebrating 35-years of Free Arts Programming

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:11:43 -0600

Save-the-Date: May 23, 2013 – 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Art As Our First Language – Celebrating 35-years of Free Arts Programming

@Chicago Urban Arts Society

600 West Cermak Road, Unit 1B,

Chicago, IL 60616

ElevArte Community Studio (formerly Pros Arts Studio) is celebrating 35-years of impacting the community through the arts. This year’s 2013 Deep Roots Honorees include: Tatiana Gant (Director of the Illinois Arts Council), Jean Parisi (Founding Executive Director), and Freya Enriquez (Student).

Join us for an evening of cocktails, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres and a special silent auction to benefit arts programming for youth during the year. ElevArte continues to create youth driven spaces and helps them build the leadership skills they need to succeed and become the next generation of artists and arts leaders in the city.

Tickets - $50 / $35 Community Rate

Tickets can be purchased at www.elevartestudio.org or by calling 312-226-7767

Social Media Mingle - Black Tie Event

Fri, 10 May 2013 05:32:27 -0600

This is a wonderful opportunity for those who want to GROW their business and LEARN how to network through social media and in person.

The event is FREE, show up dressed for a Black Tie Event.

There is an option to purchase a business add in the Ad book, at the end of the event, all of the guests will receive the contact book that night.

The cost is $20 to have your business in the Ad Book for all guests to receive that night for free.

Remember, th

is is "BLACK TIE" Event!

To have your business advertised in our Ad Book please contact Katrina Johnson at johnsonkatrina54@yahoo.com or call 708-620-9268

Presencia Michoacana En El Medio Oeste 2013

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:38:00 -0600

8:30am

Desayuno/ Presentacion del reporte investigativo sobre los flujos migratorios en Michoacan por Dr. Rodolfo Garcia Zamora.

10:00am

Taller de Liderasgo patrocinado por la Red Mexicana de Lideres Y Organizaciones Migrantes (Red MX)

"Principios, cualidades, habilidades y habitos requeridos para ejercer un liderasgo efectivo" por Dr. Rodolfo Garcia Zamora.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Application Preparation Workshop

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:24:44 -0600

Taller de liderazgo "Principios, cualidades, habilidades y habitos requeridos para ejercer un liderazgo efectivo"

Wed, 08 May 2013 04:02:02 -0600

RESERVA TU LUGAR

1st Annual Dreamers & Allies Run Scholarship Awards and Celebration

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:59:18 -0600

Come join the Immigration Committee of Holy Cross/IHM Parish as we celebrate education and recognize very deserving undocumented youth from the Back of the Yards.

This scholarship was a dream about a year ago, but the community has come together to support our youth as they continue on with their dream of a higher education. Thank you to all who supported our effort, especially the generous donors of the 2012 Dreamers and Allies Run scholarship. Without you, these scholarships would not be possible. Thank you for standing up for education and for standing up for our youth! Special thanks to Hugo, Yazmin, and Jose for running the 2012 marathon! Lastly, thank you to all of the high school seniors and college students who applied to our scholarship!

DETAILS
The cost is $5.00, which includes good food (a plate of yummy food and a drink), good music, and good company. Additionally, we will officially kick-off our 2nd annual Dreamers and Allies Run effort! Come meet the runners who will run the Chicago Marathon in October. They will need your motivation as they begin their training (which will include running hundreds of miles as they prepare for the 26.2 mile trek on October 13, 2013).

100% of the proceeds collected at this event will be used to help fund scholarships for our 2nd annual Dreamers and Allies Run effort.

DONATIONS
Donations: General donations for our 2nd annual Dreamers and Allies Run scholarship will also be accepted this day. If you cannot attend, but would like to support our effort, please visit https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_flow&SESSION=w2U7zE0_3mmWZoRBZ3aN0TC51f7Eu1K3Yc8-9_xG65wY8VyYFkT81dljz0i&dispatch=5885d80a13c0db1f8e263663d3faee8d14f86393d55a810282b64afed84968ec.

MORE INFORMATION
Interested in learning more about Dreamers and Allies Run? Please visit us atwww.facebook.com/DreamersandAlliesRun or http://dreamersandalliesrun.wordpress.com/ for more information.

THANK YOU!

YEAR UP Open House

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:12:18 -0600

Are you ready to reach your full potential?

With the skills and the opportunity to success, there’s no limit to what you can do.

Come join us at Year Up Chicago's Open House to find out more about how you can reach your full potential...

What is Year Up?

Year Up is an intensive, one-year program that combines hands-on skill development, college credits, and internships at some of Chicago’s top companies, preparing students for success in careers in IT, and in higher education. 84% of our graduates are employed or attending college full-time within four months of graduation, and earn an average of $15 per hour, or $30,000 per year.

Am I eligible?

You can apply to be a Year Up students if you are:

- 18-24 years old

- High school graduate or GED recipient

- U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have an employment authorization card

- Available 5 days a week (Monday-Friday) for the full year of the program

- Highly motivated to learn technical and professional skills

- Of low to moderate income

How do I begin?

Submit an interest form. Let us know you’re interested in applying. Find this form online at: www.yearup.org/apply
Attend an Open House. Please call 312-726-5300 and speak to an admissions counselor to reserve your place.
Submit an application. Find it at www.yearup.org/application or pick up a copy from our office.

Greater Pilsen May Networking Social

Fri, 10 May 2013 07:46:22 -0600

Please excuse the date change and any inconvenience caused, our sincere apologies on behalf of Allstate and Greater Pilsen.

Join Greater Pilsen at our May Business Networking Social!
taking place at
Lisa Jusino Allstate Insurance -
1613 S. Halsted Ave., 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, May 29th, 2013
Miercoles, 29 de Mayo 2013

**DATE CHANGE DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES OUT OF OUR REACH, WE SAW THE NEED TO CHANGE THE NETWORKING DATE**

**CAMBIO DE FECHA, POR CUESTIONES MAS ALLA DE NUESTRO CONTROL, VEMOS LA NECESIDAD DE CAMBIAR LA FECHA DEL EVENTO DE SOCIALIZACION **
$5.00 donation/non-members

Enjoy Networking with like minded business owners, join us for great time!

¡Disfrute de de un buen tiempo con otros dueños de negocios con metas similares, pasesela bien!

YEAR UP Open House

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:16:00 -0600

Are you ready to reach your full potential?

With the skills and the opportunity to success, there’s no limit to what you can do.

Come join us at Year Up Chicago's Open House to find out more about how you can reach your full potential...

What is Year Up?

Am I eligible?

You can apply to be a Year Up students if you are:

- 18-24 years old

- High school graduate or GED recipient

- U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have an employment authorization card

- Available 5 days a week (Monday-Friday) for the full year of the program

- Highly motivated to learn technical and professional skills

- Of low to moderate income

How do I begin?

Submit an interest form. Let us know you’re interested in applying. Find this form online at: www.yearup.org/apply
Attend an Open House. Please call 312-726-5300 and speak to an admissions counselor to reserve your place.
Submit an application. Find it at www.yearup.org/application or pick up a copy from our office.

Festival Internacional de Cine de Morelia

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:11:31 -0600

Festival Internacional de Cine de Morelia en el marco de la Presencia Michoacana,

ciclo Dante Cerrano, con la presentacion de los documentales:

Zanini Mazorca, Dia dos, Cheranaztico Town y Dialogo con el director Dante Cerano.

Recital de Musica Pirepecha: Maria Marquez

Festival Internacional de Cine de Morelia en la Presencia Michoacana 2013

Wed, 08 May 2013 04:07:56 -0600

DACA Workshop

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:45:53 -0600

Presentacion de los libros Alvaro Ochoa

Wed, 08 May 2013 04:11:55 -0600

Presentacion de los libros "Nadie sabe lo que tiene" y "Espacios y saberes de Michoacan"

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:18:37 -0600

10:00am

Presentacion de los libros: Alvaro Ochoa Serrano (editor) Nadia sabe lo que tiene. Centro noroeste de Michoacan. 2009 Secretaria de Cultura de Michoacan y editorial Morevallado. Francisco Martinez Gracian y Alvaro Ochoa Serrano, editores. Espacios y saberes en Michoacan. 2012. Casa de la Cultura del Valle de Zamora. Ediciones Palenque y Editorial Morevallado.

Yollocalli's Housewarming

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:22:01 -0600

Our "Housewarming Party" at Barrett Park is to introduce ourselves to our new community in West Pilsen!

We'll have face painting, free art workshops, and youth can begin registering for our programs (apply online now! here: http://yollocalli.org/student-application/).

Plus, we will have a LIVE YOUTH GRAFFITI BATTLE!