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United Latin@ Pride Pushes for Unity at Events Across Chicago
Three years ago, Danny Olvera got on a bus and went alone to an art gallery in Pilsen for a party where he knew no one. At the end of what he said was a beautiful night of conversation (and a bit of booze), he had a new project on his hands — one that’s [...]
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Pros Arts Studio’s Pozolada to Announce Organization’s New Name, Brand
Whether it’s green, red, white or vegetarian, pozole is one of the best remedies to Chicago’s bitter winters. The steaming, hominy-filled stew warms bellies while bringing friends, family and neighbors together on cold, gloomy days. The pozole’s power is well known to Pros Arts Studio, a youth arts organization in Pilsen. For three years, it [...]
SSA 10 Back to School Fair
On Friday, Aug. 17, 2012, Special Service Area #10 hosted a back to school fair that raffled book bags and school supplies to neighborhood students. From 12 to 4 p.m. residents were treated to tasty treats and information on various community organizations. Cesar Osmar radio host Pasion 106.7 FM helped raffle off book bags throughout [...]
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FMEL Builds Platform for Latino Digital Art and Electronic Music
Some people believe that the only music originating from Latin America only carries the traditional sounds of cumbia, salsa, rancheras and that good old merengue that replays for decades in quinceañeras. That, however, is greatly narrow-minded. While it is true that many Latino musicians cling to this traditional track, there are many others that have [...]
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Photos: Slow and Low Lowrider Festival 2
A catalog of lowrider cars and bikes lined the streets along Cermak and Jefferson on Sunday, August 12, as the industrial arts district played host to the second annual Slow and Lowrider Festival. The vast collection of decked out vehicles was organized by the Chicago Urban Arts Society (CUAS) to showcase lowrider art and culture. The [...]
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Pilsen Community Garden Walk
Enjoy an entertaining and informative two-hour bus tour through the heart of Pilsen and visit a select group of beautiful community gardens in Pilsen Paseo de Jardines third annual Garden Walk on August 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. A bus will leave from Orozco Elementary School, 1949 W. 18th St. Refreshing beverages will be [...]
Buen HOGAR Property Owner Event
Erie Neighborhood House’s newest program, Buen HOGAR, officially launched the Summer Series of Workshops for property owners. This summer series kicked off on June 27, 2012 at the Little Village Chamber of Commerce located 2458 S. Millard. Buen HOGAR is a Latino Outreach Initiative of the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) with the primary goal of [...]
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Back of the Yards Quality of Life Plan Job Fair
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Todos Somos Raza Studies
Local teachers and activists gathered and fundraised in support of those fighting against the ethnic studies ban in Arizona In the basement of a Chicago’s North Side Lutheran church, students, teachers and activists came together for a night of performances, discussion and support in solidarity of the now banned ethnic studies program in Arizona. Recognizing [...]
Comcast Sponsors Free Internet Basics Training Sessions
Comcast Internet Essentials, is sponsoring five free Internet Basics workshops in July in collaboration with Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), in all five Smart Communities. The 90-minute class includes instruction on how to use search engines and social networks, keeping your family safe online, and using computer skills to make a difference at home, work [...]
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