April – June 2012 After School Matters Summer Programs
After School Matters is accepting applications from Chicago teenagers for Summer 2012 Programs between mid-April and late-June. Programs include workshops in music, fashion, sports, and more! Programs are located at various parks, libraries, Chicago Public Schools, and Gallery 37 Center for the Arts. For more information or to apply, visit www.afterschoolmatters.org.
May 1- June 30, 2012 Free Asthma Screenings
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology is offering free asthma screenings in Chicago to help people with breathing difficulties find relief. The screenings are part of the 16th annual Nationwide Asthma Screening Program and will be held from May1-June 30. For more information, visit www.allergyandasthmsarelief.org.
May 17-19, 2012 Singles Ministry Annual Conference
The Illinois District Council Singles Ministry is hosting their Annual Conference, "Another Level." The event will be held Thursday, May 17 through Saturday, May 19 at 7:00pm nightly. The event also includes a Prayer Breakfast on Saturday from 9:00am-12:00pm with guest speakers Eld. David Hollis and Dr. Rita Twiggs. The conference will be held at APC of Morgan Park, located at 11401 S. Vincennes Ave. Chicago, IL 60643. For more information, please call (773) 879-3994 or email jtrob19@sbcglobal.net.
May 14, 2012 Healthy Food Chicago
Healthy Food Chicago is hosting a presentation concerning the initiative to build a Healthy Food Plan that will help guide public and private efforts to build a healthier food culture in our city. The meeting will be held Monday, May 14 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at Block By Block Diabetes Empowerment Center. For more information or to RSVP, call (312) 573-7786 or visit www.healthyplaceschicago.org.
May 20, 2012 John Work Chorale Concert
Hartzell Memorial United Methodist Church presents The John Work Chorale in concert in celebration of its 100th anniversary on Sunday, May 20 at 3:00pm. The charter members of The John Work Chorale have perpetuated this unique chorale sound in performance since 1960. For more information call Hartzell Memorial at (312) 842-5957.
May 25, 2012 Sure Word of Life Church 20 Years of Celebration
The Sure Word of Life Church invites you to join Pastor & Founder Priscilla Wilder and the Church family as she celebrates over 20 years of ministry and 5 years Pastorialship. The celebration begins with a free concert on Friday, May 25 at 7:00pm at the Greater Harvest Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago. For more information, please call (708) 785-2750.
May 26, 2012 Wounded Warrior Project 5K Run
The Wounded Warrior Project is hosting a 5K Run/Walk on May 26. The WWP Organization serves to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members in the community. The Race will be held at Settler’s Park in Plainfield, Illinois and will kick-off at 8:00am. For additional information or to register, please visit http://www.welcomeyouhome.org/.
May 26, 2012 Narski Music Celebration of Chicago Artists Awards Show
Narski Music and Chicago’s Smooth 87.7FM presents a Celebration of Chicago Artists Awards Show on Saturday, May 26 at 7:00pm located at Governor’s State University Center for Performing Arts. Enjoy a night of music and comedy hosted by Rick O’Dell featuring Michael Manson, Paul Richmond, Babi Doll, and many more! For more information, please call (708) 235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net.
May 26, 2012 Action Magazine Expo & Greek Step Show
Action Magazine presents “Pieces of Me” Workshop/expo and 2nd annual Skate/Greek Step Show on May 26. The Workshop/expo will be held at Harvey Community Center from 10:00am-4:00pm. Following the Workshop will be the Skate/Greek Step Show held at Lynwood Sports Center from 6:00pm-8:0pm. The Workshop/expo will showcase local and surrounding youth based organizations, job opportunities and college representatives. The Greek Step Show rallies youth to come together and appreciate the spirit of unity and community service.
June 2, 2012 Sure Word of Life Church Black Tie Gala
The Sure Word of Life Church is hosting a Red Carpet Anniversary Black Tie Gala Dinner on June 2 at 7:00pm. The event will be held at the New Zion Upper Room located at 1950 West 13th Street in Chicago. Pastor Priscilla Wilder is dedicating this Gala to transitional homes and recovery centers. For more information, please call (708) 785-2750.
June 23, 2012 Cade Foundation Race for the Family 5K
Fertility Centers of Illinois presents the Cade Foundation Illinois Race for the Family 5K on June 23. The 5K run, walk, and 1 mile family fun walk will begin at 8:00am and will be located at Deer Park Forest Preserve in Palatine. For more information or to register, visit www.ilraceforthefamily.com.
June 3, 2012 Honor Flight Chicago Made in America Tour
Honor Flight Chicago will be hosting a “Made in America Tour” featuring Nashville recording artist, Ricky Lee. The benefit concert will be held at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora, IL. Fundraiser proceeds will benefit Honor Flight Chicago and their goal to send 200 World War II Veterans to Washington, D.C. to see their memorial. The Made in America Tour will host 2 shows on June 3 at 2:00pm and 6:00pm. For tickets and additional information, visit www.honorflightchicago.org or call the Paramount Box Office at (630) 801-9591.
June 8, 2012 Wings of Praise Concert
Bible Church of Reconciliation presents “Wings of Praise” an International Gospel Benefit Concert on June 8. The event will be located at Christ University Temple Auditorium (11901 South Ashland) with doors opening at 6:00pm. All proceeds from the concert will go towards the building of a Family Life Center for women, children, and youths in the city of Harvey. For more information, visit www.wingsofpraise2012.org or call (708) 331-4009.
June 9, 2012 UNCF 12th Annual Black & White Ball
Make plans to attend the UNCF 12th Annual Black & White Ball "Living the Legacy" fundraiser. It will be held June 9th at the Fairmont Hotel Chicago-Millennium Park honoring American Airlines and the Chicago Defender. The reception begins at 6pm and the dinner starts at 7:30pm. For tickets call 312-845-2200.
June 9, 2012 Southland 5K Run
Respond Now is hosting the Southland 5K Run/1 Mile Walk on Saturday, June 9 from 8-12pm at Bicentennial Park Olympia Fields. In addition, there will be a ½ mile Donut Dash and a Children’s Fun Run at the event. Respond Now is a United Way agency who provides services and emergency needs of south suburban Chicago residents. Come out and run for a good cause! For more information, visit www.respondnow.org or call Amy Weber at (708) 755-4357.
June 9, 2012 Healthy Living Walking Challenge
The West Health Authority is hosting a Healthy Living Walking Challenge on June 9. The event will be held from 9:00am-12:00pm at LaFollette Park in Chicago. For more information, call (773) 378-1878 or visit www.healthauthority.org.
June 9, 2012 Community Health Fair
The Victory Through Holiness Teaching Center presents their Community Health Fair on June 9 from 12:00-4:00pm. Bring your family and friends for a day of fun, education, and free food! The event includes free HIV testing, domestic violence counseling, blood pressure screening, raffles, nutrition literature, and more. For more information please call (773) 679-7912.
June 10, 2012 Paint the Runway
Exquisite Taste of Art presents “Paint the Runway” on June 10 from 4:00-9:00pm located at Crawford Ave. University Park. Artist Teresa Fe-Fe Barrow will showcase her one of a kind wall art, purses, and wearables. A portion of silent auction proceeds will benefit a free breast exam. For more information, contact Teresa Barrow at (708) 623-3326 or visit www.exqtasteart.net.
June 10, 2012 Run Home ChicagoJoin Run Home Chicago 2012 on Sunday, June 10 to help end homelessness in and around Chicago. There will be a 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Kid’s Dash at Soldier Field from 8:00am-1:00pm. The goal of Run Home is to promote health, raise funds, and increase awareness. For more information, please contact Laurie Dimakos at laurie@ldsportsgroup.com or call (312) 622-6678.
June 22, 2012 PLCCA Golf Fundraiser
The PLCCA’s 22nd Annual Victor Goodell Memorial Golf Classic Fundraiser will be held on Friday, June 22 at White Pines Golf Club. Registration for the event begins at 7:30am followed by the Shotgun Start at 9:00am and ended with an awards reception at 4:00pm. To register to play or to become a sponsor, visit www.plcca.org. For additional information, please contact Claudette Harrell at (708) 236-5165.
July 9-August 17, 2012 DSY Internship Program
Development School for Youth is offering a summer Internship Program July 9-August 17. The workshops and internships take students outside of their communities where they can meet and interact with successful adults. These experiences give them opportunities to become more worldly and sophisticated about the city and a world beyond their daily surroundings. For more information about the program, visit www.allstars.org.
June 25-August 17, 2012 Kids Summer Theater Camp
LaMer Entertainment presents Kids R Actors 2 Summer Theatre Camp Program for kids ages 8-16 who have a sincere passion for the arts. The camp incorporates acting, dance, singing, hip-hop, circus, art and fashion modeling as a part of the curriculum. The camp runs June 25 through August 17, 2012 from 8:00am until 4:30pm. For more information or to register, visit www.kra2chicago.com.
June 29, 2012 Gospel Fest 2012 Choir Competition
Matteson Rotary Club presents the Gospel Fest 2012 Choir Competition on Friday, June 29. The event will be held at Governors State University Center for Performing Arts and will benefit the GSU Promise Scholarship which provides students with an opportunity to complete a debt-free college education at GSU. For more information please call (708) 515-9391 or email southlandgospelfest@ymail.com
July 15, 2012 Team Challenge
Team Challenge endurance and training program is currently recruiting for the 2012 summer season. Benefiting the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, this fundraising program trains participants for 16 weeks for the Half Marathon in Napa, California on July 15. For more information, contact Lauren Kaminsky at (847) 827-0404 or via email at lkaminsky@ccfa.org.
July 20, 2012 An Evening of Feast and Celebration
Greater New Mt. Eagle Church presents An Evening of Feast and Celebration on July 20, 2012. In celebration of their church anniversary, the event will be held at 12301 S. Michigan, Chicago at 6:00pm. For more information please contact the church at (773) 995-0131 from 10:00-2:00pm, Tuesday through Friday.
July 21, 2012 Fire up a Cure Event
Be a part of the 1st Annual “Fire up a Cure” event to support the Cure It Foundation on July 21 at Saint Xavier University in Chicago. There will be events for the whole family including face painting, inflatable slides, magicians, raffles, competitions, music and food! For tickets and additional information, visit www.faceitfightitcureit.org or call (708) 684-4424.
July 22, 2012 A Day of Celebration and Praise
Greater New Mt. Eagle Church presents A Day of Celebration and Praise on July 22. Join Pastor Fredrick E. Wilson Sr. and the church family as they celebrate their church 7 year anniversary. The event will be held at 12301 S. Michigan, Chicago at 11:00am. The celebration will conclude at 3:30 pm with special guest speaker Bishop Larry D. Trotter, Senior Pastor of Sweet Holy Spirit Church. For more information please contact the church at (773) 995-0131 from 10:00-2:00pm, Tuesday through Friday.
July 25-27, 2012 Bibleway Holiness Church Conference
Bibleway Holiness Church would like to invite you to our annual Prophetic Fire Conference from July 25-27 located at 1400 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview. For reservations, register under Bibleway Holiness Church or Prophetic Fire Conference and get a discounted hotel rate. Your local contact in the Chicagoland area will be Solid Rock Foundation Ministries, Pastors Robert & Carmen Johnson (708) 357-4147.
October 12, 2012 WHA Annual Fall Gala
The West Health Authority presents the WHA Annual Fall Gala on Friday, October 12. The event will be held at Nineteenth Century Club of Oak Park. For more information, call (773) 378-1878 or visit www.healthauthority.org.
