THE FUNMI ADEWOLE FOUNDATION SEEKS DONATIONS FROM CHICAGOLAND TO ASSIST WITH MEDICAL MISSION
FAF to Provide Access to Healthcare for Residents of Rural Nigeria Chicago, Ill. – The Funmi Adewole Foundation, a Chicago based 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide free primary health care to underserved communities across Africa, is seeking the help of Chicago to help with its medical mission trip to Nigeria in late October. A $30,000 Go Fund Me fundraiser has been started for the purchase of medications for their annual medical mission trip in October.
Mars And Lil Nas X Debut M&M’S® Pack Collaboration
M&M’S®, proudly part of Mars, announced the next phase of its partnership with music megastar and cultural trailblazer, Lil Nas X. Mars and Lil Nas X will unveil limited-edition M&M’S Packs inspired by their shared mission to bring people together through colorful fun and music.
MCA Chicago triumphs with sold-out Chicago Performs showcase
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) Chicago is thrilled to champion the immense success of its Chicago Performs festival debut. The program, which highlights Chicago-based artists whose work is embraced nationwide, opened this past weekend to sold-out shows. Guests included arts professionals from around the country, including New York City, Milwaukee, Austin, Maine, and Pittsburgh.
FLORA & NOOR OFFERS CLEAN, HALAL SKINCARE
Jordan Karim loves skincare. It is fun and a passion for her. She started her skincare company, Flora & Noor, after working nine years in pharmaceutical skincare.
City Colleges of Chicago Celebrates with its Largest Class of Star Scholars to Date
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) announces this fall’s Star Scholarship (2022) cohort is the largest ever enrolled at CCC with 1,597 new students across all seven colleges: Harold Washington, Harry S Truman, Malcolm X, Kennedy-King, Olive-Harvey, Richard J. Daley, and Wilbur Wright.
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Lowers Fees on IL ABLE Accounts
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced reduced fees for account owners in a program that allows people with disabilities to save their own money for disability-related expenses
THE CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE CENTER REVEALS DETAILS FOR OPEN HOUSE CHICAGO
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) proudly presents Open House Chicago (OHC) 2022 presented by Wintrust. The public is encouraged to discover a robust roster of 150+ sites in 20 community areas over the weekend of October 15-16, augmented by opportunities for engagement throughout the month of October via the new CAC app. Marking its 12th year, Open House Chicago is one of the largest architecture festivals in the world and continues to remain free and open to the public.
Stackwell and Detroit Pistons Announce Partnership to Support Financial Access for Detroit’s Black Community
DETROIT and BOSTON, PRNewswire -- Stackwell, the digital investment platform created to eliminate the racial wealth gap, and the Detroit Pistons announced a multi-year strategic partnership to increase access to investment in the financial markets, and bring financial wellness and investment education programming to the Black community in the Detroit metropolitan area. Stackwell, which has just released the first-of-its-kind robo- investing app built to support personal investment and wealth building within the Black community, and the Pistons will co-host several events across Detroit to engage members of the community and help support their access to financial investment, in addition to other collaborations with the team to support Black students, and small business owners in the city.
Hyde Park Art Center biennial exhibition GROUND FLOOR highlights emerging Chicago artists
Hyde Park Art Center, the renowned non-profit hub for contemporary art located on Chicago’s vibrant South Side, announces Ground Floor, the seventh iteration of the Art Center’s biennial program since 2010 showcasing select work by recent graduates from each of Chicago’s five MFA (Master of Fine Art) programs, on view from December 10 to March 5
MAKE EVERYDAY EXTRA HAWWT WITH THE SHEIN X JORDYN WOODS COLLECTION
SHEIN, a global online retailer of fashion, beauty and lifestyle products, has partnered with American model Jordyn Woods who has curated a collection of her favorite pieces from the brand. The SHEIN x Jordyn Woods collection highlights her glamorous, cool-girl aesthetic with looks inspired by the French glamour of the Moulin Rouge. Showcasing daring daytime looks and adding edge to evening chic, styles include chic mid- and mini-dresses, bralette tops, shackets, bodycon dresses, bodysuits, matching sets and more.
THE METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT: WHAT THE AGENCY DOES AND THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMISSIONERS
We’ve all heard of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. During the election cycle, names of Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Commissioner are on the ballot. But, what does the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District actually do? Here’s some insight.
Forest Preserves of Cook County Prepares for Fall 2022 Trout Fishing Season
The Forest Preserves of Cook County’s 2022 fall inland trout fishing season will open at sunrise on Saturday, Oct. 15th, at Axehead Lake in Park Ridge, Belleau Lake in Des Plaines, Busse Reservoir-North Pool in Elk Grove Village, Sag Quarry-East in Lemont, Horsetail Lake in Palos Park and Green Lake in Calumet City.
Gov. Pritzker, Stakeholders, Unveil Design for Discovery Partners Institute at The 78
“The State of Illinois is building a world-class innovation hub in the heart of Chicago on the site of an old railroad yard that has sat vacant for decades,” said Gov. JB Pritzker. “Already DPI has helped launch our state’s COVID-testing system, is searching for COVID-19 and other viruses in our wastewater, and is training hundreds of students for careers in tech – and has a plan to spread the opportunities equitably. This futuristic design from OMA/Jacobs matches our ambitions.”
Rush, Pallone, and Other Democrats Introduce Legislation to Lower Gas Prices
U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.), Chairman of the Energy Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Rep. Frank Pallone (D-N.J.), Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Committee, along with seven other Democrats, introduced the Buy Low and Sell High Act to combat high gasoline prices.
ILLINOIS ACTION FOR CHILDREN IS BUILDING STRONG FAMILIES AND POWERFUL COMMUNITIES
Illinois Action for Children began in 1969 with the mission to create opportunities for young children to reach their full potential, educationally and personally.
Illinois Humanities to Launch Series Exploring the Pursuit of A More Perfect Union
This fall, Illinois Humanities will present a new community event series, Kaskaskia and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union, exploring the demographic, cultural, and political shifts that shaped Kaskaskia, Illinois, and that carry significant relevance to shaping the democratic vision of the country.
Southland College Prep Male Ensemble Delivers Stellar Performance at South Shore Opera Company Concert
The male ensemble from the Southland College Prep Choir performed in September at the South Shore Opera Company of Chicago.
