Saturday University

The Black Star Project would like to invite youth to partake in their Saturday University program. This is a great opportunity for youth to receive the extra support they need (and deserve) to become successful adults. Saturday University locations are throughout the city and serve a variety of age groups. Classes are FREE!

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Contruction Training Program for Youth

Central States SER will be launching their new YouthBuild program in the upcoming weeks. They are looking for out-of-school youth between the ages of 18-24 who need a GED and are interested in the construction field.

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Observing Masculinity and Power

Man Up!: What Does That Even Mean?What does it mean to be a real man? What do you think tough guy? Think you got what it takes to be a strong leader? Do you think it’s your time to step up and be a hero? Well, let’s spend the summer together tearing down the old walls and building new roads around the ideas of masculinity and power. Through riveting discussions, fun activities, and keeping good company, this 10 week group is sure to be a blast. This group serves male-, female-, and trans-identified youth 13-18 years old, interested in thinking critically about race, gender, and its affect on leadership development today. Please join us Mondays, starting July 11, 2011 through September 26, 2011 from 2-4 PM, in the Polk Bros. Foundation Youth Center. If interested please contact Russell Love-Mitchell at (773)472-6469 ext. 490, or email at rlove-mitchell@centeronhalsted.org.

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Outdoor activities for youth!

CHICAGO VOYAGERS
Guiding Youth On Their Journey

Chicago Voyagers (CV) is a non-for-profit organization that guides at-risk youth on their journey by providing outdoor environmental activities that offer developmental, life-changing experiences. We teach youth about relationships, responsibility, achievement, and community service through such activities as mountain biking, camping, skiing, canoeing, and hiking trips.

Today’s average elementary student spends more than six hours a day playing video games, watching television, or using a computer and research shows that outdoor experiences helps reduce negative stress, childhood obesity, and protects psychological well-being.

Summer is a great time to schedule an outing for your youth groups and expose them to the outdoors, so please contact for Bernie Rupe at (847) 636-0422 or Bernie@chicagovoyagers.org and check out the website (www.chicagovoyagers.org) for more details on availability and their very reasonable costs. Chicago Voyagers is currently offering 20% discounts on their mountain and trail bike trips as well as 50% discounts for those groups interested in performing environmental service projects.

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Free dental and oral care

Tomorrow SMILES,

A program through the

National Children's Oral Health Foundation

Has a wonderful opportunity for free dental and oral care

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Jobs for High shoolers and College students

Project SYNCERE is Hiring High School and College Students ASAP!

Project SYNCERE is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization whose mission is to increase the number of minority, female, and under-served students who pursue careers in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields. Since its incorporation in 2008, Project SYNCERE has served more than 1000 students across the Chicago area.

The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources Youth Recreation Corps recently granted us funds to hire students who are citizens of the State of Illinois and who, at the time of hiring, between 16 - 19 years of age. The work will commence mid-July and go through the end of August, Monday - Friday, 9 am -3pm.

We have 8 slots available. Those hired will have an opportunity to assist with curriculum development, project kit preparation, in-class program instruction, and administrative support. Ultimately, these students will benefit from the mentoring our experienced staff will offer them for a lifetime. Candidates should either have an interest in engineering or education.

All positions are part-time and pay is dependent upon the grant allocation. To apply for any of these positions, please email your letter of interest including, your date of birth, any work experience (resume if you have one already), hobbies, career goals, and why you think you would be perfect for this opportunity to jobs@projectsyncere.org. The deadline is Wednesday, July 13th.

CPS Tech TRECK

Here is a great opportunity for your youth.
Registration is due by June 24th.

CPS Tech Treck

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Film internships!

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CCM

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Forts open through Sept. 5 Did you know that Forts, the exhibit that lets you create a cool and cozy space that’s all your own, is back at CCM through Sept. 5? Furniture pieces and household supplies quickly take on new shapes and purposes in these forts! Book a self-guided visit to let students explore the exhibit and create a world of their own. You can also help students build literacy skills while building forts! Book a Forts CCM To Go workshop, and a CCM educator will bring a fun, hands-on literacy experience to your site. CCM To Go workshops bring learning to life through a one-hour interactive workshop without the hassle of booking a bus. Learn more about this workshop and more by clicking on the link above. Michael’s Museum is Now Open Explore nearly 100 fascinating collections of tiny objects donated by founder and curator, Michael Horvich in Chicago Children’s Museum’s newest exhibit, Michael’s Museum: A Curious Collection of Tiny Treasures! Stay tuned to our calendar for special opportunities to meet Michael, when “The Curator is In”. You can also share photos of young collectors on our Facebook page, and they may be featured on our digital photo frame inside the exhibit! What Else is Happening at CCM? Take a look at our calendar for daily drop-in activities, explore our creative programs for all ages in the Kraft Artabounds Studio, and learn about workshops for parents and educators!

Poetry Slam

Calling all poets!

Open Mic Saterday June 18th 2:00 pm

at the North Austin Branch Library

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Free cooking workshops!

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FREE Petite Chefs Workshops Chicago Children’s Museum is looking for qualified 501(c)3 organizations serving low-income families to participate in free healthy cooking workshops! Each Friday during the months of July and August, CCM will facilitate the “Petite Chefs” program in partnership with Washburne Culinary Institute for children ages 4-10 and their parents. Participants will learn to cook a healthy snack with the guidance of real chefs and will receive the recipe to recreate the snack at home. Organizations must register by contacting us by June 30. Organizations may register for up to 2 workshops only. Groups must have a group of 25 participants (adults and children) in order to qualify. For more information or to register your group, please contact us as soon as possible or call (312) 464-7715. Only nine workshops are available, so register your group today! Community Partner Highlight: Kids in Training of Chicago If you joined CCM last month for Health and Wellness Night on May 26, you or your families may have been an active part of Kids in Training’s physical fitness demonstration (pictured above). For the last two years, Kids in Training of Chicago has partnered with Chicago Children’s Museum to support children and families’ ability to lead healthy, active lifestyles.Kids in Training strives to instruct under-privileged youth in physical fitness and health awareness, and reduce childhood obesity, diabetes, asthma, and youth violence. To learn more about Kids in Training of Chicago, or find out more about their upcoming summer sports fitness camp (June 20 – August 5) for kids ages 5-14, please contact Lashonya Morgan at kidsintrainingofchicago@yahoo.com. You can also meet Lashonya, the founder of Kids in Training, and her summer camp students and engage in other types of active play, at our next Health and Wellness night, from 5-8pm on June 30! Contact us at (312) 464-7715 to learn more or to book a visit. Upcoming Kraft Free Family Night Programs – Mark your Calendars! Bring the entire family to CCM for a night of FREE family fun! Join us for Kraft Free Family Night, 5-8pm every Thursday, when museum admission is free for all visitors. Groups of 15 or more must book ahead. Free transportation may be available for qualified non-profit organizations serving low-income families. Only qualified groups of 30 or more will be considered for free transportation. Email us today to register your group! Juneteenth June 16, 5-8pm Learn about and celebrate Juneteenth, the national holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Find out more about this event. Health and Wellness Night June 30, 5-8pm Join us as Kids in Training of Chicago engages children and adults in fun physical fitness routines (see above for more information). Then, visit our community partner resource tables to learn how to stay safe and have fun outdoors this summer. CCM’s Annual Health Fair July 28, 5-8pm Only 2 more buses available! Join us for a night of active play and- learn helpful tips to kick off a healthy new school year! Families can learn to create a nutritious meal, practice yoga poses with Blissfolds, receive free dental, vision and lead screenings, and more. Call (312) 464.7715 to register your group of 15 or more today!

Graffiti Class

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Education Overview

MTV Casting in Chicago

Here is an opportunity for youth who have dropped out of high school to share their story and make changes.

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NEW MOMS INC

Academy of Professional Development

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ULBGC SUMMER CAMP

ULBGC SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

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Juvenile Expungement

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Expungement Expo Information Have you ever been arrested or charged with a crime in Cook County? Then you have a juvenile or adult criminal record! Learn about the process of clearing your adult or juvenile record & find out what options may be available to you! Come to the First Annual NORTHERN COOK COUNTY INFORMATIONAL EXPUNGEMENT FAIR Saturday, May 21, 2011 Levy Senior Center 300 Dodge Ave in Evanston, IL 10 am to 3 pm PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT by May 13, 2011 and bring your RAP sheet with you to get the most out of the Expo! For more information and to pre-register, call (888) 543-6410 or visit http://expungementinfoexpo.com/

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POETRY CONTEST

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REGISTER NOW!!! May 10th - 11th, 2011 Springfield, Illinois Tuesday Night- Training on Advocacy 101, Large Group Activities, Mock Legislative Meetings and dinner with your peers Wednesday- Capitol Tour and Legislative Meetings at the Capitol Limited Space Available! Registration is limited to 1 adult sponsor and 4 youth per school! Cost Per Student: $25 Per Adult(shared room): $35 Per Adult(private room): $70 This is a great opportunity for students to learn about the legislative process first hand! Students will be trained and given tools needed to complete successful visits with their Legislators!! Click here to register! For more information, contact: Megan at ideamegan@yahoo.com or Randyl at randyl.lynn@gmail.com Illinois Drug Education Alliance

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