Gun Education & Awareness
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin BUILD’s Peace & Justice Center, ACT, Yrudition NFP, Appleseed and Stick Talk for two opportunities to engage in meaningful dialogue about gun education and awareness. These workshops are open to the community and take place on September 27 and October 4. For more information, please contact Edwina Hamilton at edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org
Yoga on the Farm
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us for a free yoga session on BUILD's Austin Grown farm. Stretch, practice mindfulness and connect with nature during this one-hour free session! Bring your own mat and join us! To register, visit: https://bit.ly/4devnzv For more information, please contact Kesiah Bascom kesiahbascom@buildchicago.org
Family Support Project
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us for dinner, gift cards, and transformative workshops with BUILD's Family Support project - a program meant to nurture better family relationships and support for youth. Learn more about the program with BUILD’s Clinical team by and register by visiting https://bit.ly/3MFBSAv Questions? Call Malik James at (816) 490-2714
Open House Chicago at BUILD
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StOur award-winning campus in Austin will be one of many architectural treasures welcoming all visitors October 19 from 10am to 5pm to this free annual architecture fest. Stop by, walk around, have a tour, grab a sandwich at Momentum Coffee, visit the chicken. Families welcome! Stay tuned and find out more at OpenHouseChicago.org! More details…
Rap Sheet Workshop
3510 S Michigan AveBUILD will pay for client rap sheets to begin the expungement process. Join us Tuesday, October 22 from 9AM-12PM Questions? Please contact Yesenia Garcia at yeseniagarcia@buildchicago.org. BUILD pagará las hojas de antecedentes penales de los clientes para comenzar el proceso de eliminación de antecedentes penales. ¿Preguntas? Por favor, póngase en contacto con Yesenia García en…
Lights on Afterschool 2024
Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The effort has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement and generates media coverage across the country each year. The Afterschool Alliance organizes Lights On Afterschool to draw attention to the…
Spooky Halloween Farm
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StAll are welcome! Come dressed in costume and enjoy a family-friendly halloween event that includes treats, mazes, magic, and more! Questions? Call contact Sarah Loffman at sarahloffman@buildchicago.org
Day of the Dead
We look forward to celebrating Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with our youth this month. Our young people will learn about building an ofrenda (altar), decorating calaveras (sugar skulls), play games, make music, and learn about a treasured tradition that goes back thousands of years!
Fitness For All: Group Fitness Expo
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us as we build up a culture of health and wellness in our community. Learn about the better choices that can improve your health and prevent disease. Become a part of the Fitlab Community and begin your journey towards optimal health!
Election Day: Get Out the Vote
Details TBD
Yoga on the Farm
BUILD, 5100 W Harrison StJoin us for a free yoga session on BUILD's Austin Grown farm. Stretch, practice mindfulness and connect with nature during this one-hour free session! Bring your own mat and join us! To register, visit: https://bit.ly/4devnzv For more information, please contact Kesiah Bascom kesiahbascom@buildchicago.org
Coat + Boot Drive + Turkey Giveaway
For many of our youth and their families, finding a warm coat that fits is a crucial challenge each year. Without one, a young person can struggle to go to school, attend BUILD programs, escape dangerous situations, or stay healthy. A good coat can mean hope and safety, and each year we help more than three hundred more youth stay…