The Ngozi Harris Community Resources Newsletter #22 October 30, 2012

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Workshops/Information

Know Your Score

Date: November 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 am1:00 pmLocation: WVON-1000 East 87

thStreet, Chicago, IL

Get a free credit analysis! Join a free credit building program in your community. Learn how todispute items on your credit report. Good credit is the most valuable asset you can own. Space islimited. Please register on WVONs website or call Erika at JVS Chicago at 312-673-3440 to

reserve your spot today.

Community Job Club at The Renaissance Collaborative

Date: November 13, 2012 Time: 5:45pm7:15pmLocation: The Renaissance Collaborative 3757 S Wabash Chicago, ILChristopher Watts, MBA will facilitate a discussion on Be Mentally Prepared for Job SearchSuccess. In addition, attendees will receive current job leads and have the opportunity tonetwork. Job Club is FREE and open to the public. If you have questions feel free to contactWalter Bush at 773-924-9270 EXT. 29 [email protected]

Working in These Hard Times: The Union Movement and the 99%-A Program in Honor of

Studs TerkelDate: November 13, 2012 Time: 5:00pm6:30pmLocation: 430 S. Michigan, Chicago, IL AUD 244 Spertus LoungeAFSCME official Roberta Lynch and a distinguished panel of experts-David Moberg, SeniorEditor, In These Times; Jeffrey Edwards, Associate Professor of Political Science, RooseveltUniversity; Tom Alter, UIC PhD student and Occupy activistdiscuss the relationship betweenthe labor movement and social movements, such as Occupy. Sponsored by the Center for NewDeal Studies. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP byNovember 9 [email protected]. For more information, contact Professor MargaretRung [email protected].

RU Economics Seminar Series-The Reformation of Prison Justice: Lessons from theSheridan Correctional Center

Date: November 14, 2012 Time: 4:30pm6:00pmLocation: 430 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL AUD 720The Department of Economics is hosting a lecture with Robert P. Fairbanks, II AssistantProfessor, School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago. This lecture ispart of the RU Economics Seminar Series and is open to all. For more information, contactProfessor Steve Zillak [email protected].
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Community Job Club at Project Brotherhood

Date: November 15, 2012 Time: 5:30pm6:45pmLocation: The Woodlawn Health Center 6337 S Woodlawn Chicago, ILChristopher Watts, MBA will facilitate a discussion on Be Mentally Prepared for Job SearchSuccess. In addition, attendees will receive current job leads and have the opportunity tonetwork. No RSVP or appointment needed, just show up. This event is FREE and open to thepublic. Men, women and youth are encouraged to attend. If you have questions feel free tocontact Davine Carter at 773-753-5542 [email protected]

LBGTQ Youth in the Juvenile Justice System

Date: November 15, 2012 Time: 5:00 pm8:00 pmLocation: Gage GalleryThis is a discussion about the social, economic, and political factors that contribute to adisproportionate number of LGBTQ youth becoming involved in the juvenile justice system. Forinformation, contact Nancy Michaels [email protected].

Community Resources

Inspiration Corporation(www.inspiration.org) offers The Employment Project, preparing

individuals to seek and find employment in any field, and the Inspiration Kitchens culinary-skillstraining program, which provides comprehensive preparation for employment in the food serviceindustry. Participants in Inspiration Kitchens must be at least 18 years old, able to stand for longperiods of time, and be able to pass a tuberculosis test. Applicants must attend an orientation,pass math and English tests with a score of at least 70%, fill out an application, and complete aninterview. Applicants must also be committed to finding a job in the food-service industryimmediately upon completion of the program. Preference is given to people who are homeless,ex-offenders, or people who are at-risk of homelessness. Inspiration Kitchens orientations atInspiration Cafe begin promptly at 1pm (orientations last approximately four hours). Orientationsare held every Wednesday. Inspiration Corporation is located at 4554 N. Broadway Suite 207Chicago, IL, (773) 878-0981. If you have questions feel free to call.

Association House of Chicago(www.associationhouse.org) offers a wide range of FREEservices to participants that include Job Readiness Training, Job Placement Services, CollegePrep Medical Assistance Course, MOS Office Certification, Beginner Computer Classes,Financial Coaching/Credit Repair, GED Classes (English/Spanish), and ESL. To learn moreattend an orientation, every Friday from 1:45pm4pm (be on time). Association House islocated at 1116 N Kedzie Chicago, IL. If you have questions call (773) 772-7170x1050.
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Jane Addams Resource Corporation(www.jane-addams.org) offers a wide range of programsthat include Basic Tutoring (Reading, Math, English, & GED Preparedness), FinancialEducation, Employment Coaching, Computer Classes, Manufacturing (CNC & Punch Press)Training, Welding Training, and much more. Orientations are Wednesdays at 6pm andThursdays at 10pm (late attendees will not be accepted. Jane Addams Resource Corporation islocated at 4432 N Ravenswood Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 728-9769. If you have questions feelfree to call.

Black Star Project (www.blackstarproject.org) is holding 15 free Saturday Universities in andaround Chicago and south suburbs. These volunteer-run classes will last for 8 weeks eachsemester. Each location will offer small group instructions in Math, Reading, Writing and on

specialty subject. Please call 773-285-9600 to register your child for free academic enhancementor for more information about bringing the Saturday University to your community. We needteachers and tutors for our sites.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago has developed a Hispanic Outreach program toincrease public understanding of Epilepsy and to improve the recognition and response toseizures in the Hispanic community. The outreach program for the Hispanic community isdesigned to dispel myths and fears that the Hispanic community has about epilepsyseizures arerelated to death, demonic spirits, or its a disease. The objectives of the program are: Educatefamily and care providers about seizures and treatment options; Raise awareness of theprevalence of epilepsy in the Hispanic community; and Promote social inclusion, improving thequality of life and reduce stigma. Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago is able to provideeducational presentations, support groups, case management services and programs in Spanish.We also have a page dedicated to the Hispanic Outreach Program in Spanish. Please contactAlnierys Venegas, Hispanic Community Outreach Specialist, at 312.939.8622 ext 206 [email protected].

Job Leads

WyzAnt is seeking Customer Sales Representatives (20-30 hours). As a Customer SalesRepresentative, you provide inbound and outbound telephone sales and assistance to newstudents, parents and tutors who are inquiring about WyzAnt's services. Calls involve explaining& advocating WyzAnt's services, helping users navigate the website, answering billing-relatedquestions and proactively assisting in the tutor-student matching process. The pay is $11/HR.Interested candidates should [email protected] a resume and a onepage written response to the following prompt: What makes you the best candidate for theposition described above?
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Family Dollar Management and Store Greeter Open House. Friday, November9

th. 10am3pm @ 364 E. 87th St. Chicago, IL 60619. Currently, we are seeking hands-on

individuals to make an immediate impact in our stores in SOUTHSIDE CHICAGO, IL. Applyonline prior to the Job Fair:www.familydollar.com

ICV Technical Training Institute (1750 E 71st Street Chicago, IL) is looking for 3 post9/11 honorable discharged veterans for a paid internship. Experience with cable installationhelpful. Must have a mechanical aptitude. To inquire contact Mr. Hoover at (773) 698-5067

The Village Inn Open House. Saturday, November 3rd & Monday, November 5th. 2pm4pm @ 8050 Lincoln Ave. Skokie, IL 60077. Open positions: Server and Front Counter Staff.Must have food service experience. Must bring an updated resume.

Chicago Cares is seeking a PT Office Administrator. The regular hours are Monday - Friday,1-5pm with some flexibility needed for covering vacations and occasional special projects. Weare conveniently located at 2 N. Riverside Plaza, Ste. 2200 Chicago, IL 60606. Must type40wpm. Must be proficient with Microsoft software. Send your resume and cover letter [email protected] PT Admin in the subject line of your email

CJE SeniorLife, a leader in the field of aging, has exciting opportunities for CNAs at theLieberman Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Skokie. Our facility is accessible by publictransportation. We offer competitive pay & benefits including shift & weekend differentials.Requires current IL CNA license. Submit resume by [email protected] fax 847-929-3338 orapply in person at 9700 Gross Point Rd Skokie, IL

303 Taxi has 3 Customer Service Representative ($8.50/HR) openings for a call center nearOHare. Must be able to type 35wpm. Apply in person @ 5200 N Otto Avenue, Chicago IL

60656 or apply online athttp://www.303taxi.com

Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor Career Night. Wednesday, November 14th

at6pm at 2211 York Road Suite 100 Oak Brook, IL. We take new hires through an intensive 24-month training program specifically designed to help you join this elite group. Bachelor's degreein business, finance, sales, marketing or related field and/or 5 years of professional experience inBusiness Development, Management, Sales, Legal, Accounting, Education, Military, Finance orother business . Must submit to a background check and pre-employment assessments. To findout more about career opportunities and to apply, visitwww.morganstanley.com/wealth/careers
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Free Events for the Family

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Annual KFC A Day of Giving

Thursday, November 8, 12:00pm-1:00pm7445 S. Stony IslandPlease join, Tabbassum Mumtaz, founder of Apex Restaurant Management, Inc and other cityleaders for this special event. They will be giving away 10,000 dinners to their neighbors.

Stargazing at Skinner ParkWednesday, November 14, 6:00pm-8:30pm1331 W. Monroe St.Come enjoy the breathtaking views of the night sky. Learn about the phases of the moon, look atother planets, star clusters, and more. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night in the park. All ages arewelcome to FREE event. For more information, call 312-742-4600.

Turkey Trot

Saturday, November 17, 9:30 am-10:30pm4100 N LongWatch the leaves change color as you participate in this festively fun one mile walk/race at

Portage Park. All are welcome to FREE event. For more information, call 773-685-7235.

Inspirational QuoteLaughter is an instant vacation. ~Milton Berle

Worry is interest paid on trouble before it falls due. ~Unknown.

The mighty oak was once a little nut that stood its ground. ~Unknown

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The Ngozi Harris Community Resources Newsletter #22 October 30, 2012