Winter Coat drive at BUILD
Saturday, Nov. 23, Located at BUILD Headquarters
A free winter coat distribution will be taking place at the Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development, or BUILD, this week. The organization has been collecting donations all year, and is now distributing winter coats to families in need. People can try on different sizes of coats at the distribution to find the best fit. The coat drive is open to all community members. For more information, email melissamoore@buildchicago.org,
or call: 773-227-2880, extension 136. 5100 W. Harrison St.
Weekly Social Support Meetings
Every Thursday, at 6 p.m., Hosted by the Good Neighbor Campaign
The Good Neighbor Campaign, a local neighborhood empowerment organization, hosts weekly meetings for people in need of social support. The organization is an initiative by the Westside Health Authority. The “Overcoming Meeting” events encourage participants to share their personal struggles and achievements. The group is open to all community members. Light meals are served at the meetings. Find more information about the Good Neighbor Campaign’s community groups, visit: https://gnc.healthauthority.org/community-groups/. 5437 W. Division St.
“Art after Dark” at the Garfield Park Conservatory
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4 to 7:30 p.m., Garfield Park Conservatory
The Garfield Park Conservatory hosts free drop-in art programming on wednesday nights. The programs are intended for kids ages four and above and families. The “Art after Dark” programs include nature and science activities paired with collaborative and individual art projects. The programs are hosted within the conservatory’s vast greenhouses. Reservation is not required for this event, but registration is required to enter the conservatory. Make a reservation for the conservatory at https://garfieldconservatory.org/visit/
Mental Health Discussion and Dinner
Thursday, Nov. 21, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Bethel New Life Amberg Hall
Learn holistic approaches to dealing with mental health stressors, and hear from local mental health specialists at a free community discussion and dinner hosted by the Mildred Wiley Wellness Campus. The event is hosted in collaboration with Kaleidoscope, a child and family support organization. At the event, participants can discuss mental health topics, sign up for support services, and receive free groceries and recipes. The event is intended for community members who are in need of resources and services. Registration is required, limited slots are available. Register at: https://ow.ly/mmUR50U8l7K, For more information, email Aniki Coates, at aniki@bethelnewlife.org. 1150 N. Lamon Ave.
10th Annual BUILD Turkey Bowl
Nov. 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Columbus Park Field
The Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development, or BUILD, is hosting their 10th annual “BUILD Turkey Bowl” flag-football event at the end of the month. The event is a day of flag-football for the community. There will be three youth games, for youth ages 11 to 15, and one adult game for people ages 18 and up. Light refreshments will be served. The event is free to attend. For questions, contact Mark Thornton by email at markthornton@buildchicago.org. To view flyer, visit: https://ow.ly/8CRe50U8l8I. 500 S. Central Ave.