Uniting Voices Chicago
Saturday, April 27, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Kehrein Center for the Arts
This seasonal showcase brings to life the sounds of Chicago’s Austin neighborhood through a concert featuring original music, exciting choreography and multimedia presentations. It features the Austin Neighborhood Choir. Tickets are $10* per person, available for purchase at the concert. All seating is general admission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. *Uniting Voices Chicago has a pay-what-you-can policy, allowing guests to pay as much or as little as they like per ticket, including requesting free tickets if desired. 5628 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago
Get to Work With ICNC
Tuesday, April 23, 1- 3 p.m., Austin Branch Chicago Public Library
Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago will provide job seekers access to job opportunities and coaching on job search techniques and resumes. In addition, they can refer individuals to job training providers and small business resources. ICNC is a partner of The Hatchery Chicago. Together, they will be offering a culinary training program for young adults. ICNC works with start-ups and established businesses in industries such as manufacturing, food/beverage, apparel/textiles, and more. 5615 W. Race Ave.
Galewood Health & Wellness Fair
Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sayre Language Academy
Galewood Health & Wellness Fair offers free screenings for blood pressure, A1C, glucose, diabetes, and other conditions. Register here: https://galewoodneighbors.org/event-5653815. 1850 N. Newland Ave.
Justice Impacted 2 Program
Monday, April 29
Hosted by West Side Forward Chicago. If you are interested in entrepreneurship training, trades certification, wellness support, cash stipends, and wraparound services, this is the event for you. Learn more: https://www.westsideforward.org/jet
2024 Hunger and Health Illinois Summit Chicago
West Side Food Access Open Convening , Friday, May 3 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kennedy King College
Discuss new opportunities to fight hunger with a diverse mixture of experts. Participate in the 2024 Summit on Hunger and Health in Illinois, hosted by Illinois SNAP-Education, and explore strategies to catalyze collaboration among local, public, and regional organizations to address food insecurity and health. Check-in will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Networking round tables with experts. A conference agenda/program will be available when you arrive. The cost of registration is $10. Lunch is included. Fee waivers are available. Register by April 26. https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/2024-hunger-and-health-illinois-summit-chicago. 740 W. 63rd St. U building
Wonder Works for Everyone
May 19, 26, Wonder Works Children’s Museum
During Wonder Works for Everyone play sessions, the museum opens an hour early for an accessible and inclusive environment. Each Wonder Works for Everyone session requires pre-registration for a limited number of families so that we can best prepare the Wonder Works environment for a sensory friendly play session. During the month of May, they will be offering two sensory friendly play sessions. Tickets for the next two sessions will be available on 4/29 at 9 a.m. They sell quickly. Regular admission prices will apply, including free admission for members. Tickets are $15 apiece for adults and children. They’re $3 apiece per guest up to 4 guests with proof of an EBT or WIC card and valid state ID. For questions, email info@wonder-works.org. 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park
