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October 2018
National Lights on After School
Join us at 4:00pm as we celebrate after-school programs through music, dance, performances, food, giveaways and much more. Open to all middle school and high school students. Contact BUILD at build@buildchicago.org for more information or any questions.
Find out more »Community Night Performance
For family members of all ages. Spend an evening with free family activities including a special performance! Call BUILD at (773)-227-2880 for location. Contact Martin Anguiano at martinanguiano@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Find out more »November 2018
Dia De Los Muertos/ Day of Remembrance
Please come out for a night of celebration and remembrance on November 1 as we honor the Latin American tradition of Dia De Los Muertos. We'll be at Erie Elementary Charter School located at 1405 N Washtenaw Ave from 4pm-6pm commemorating our loved ones who have moved on to the next life. Families and community members can partake in the building of an altar, the decoration of sugar skulls, arts and crafts, face painting and music. For those unable to attend…
Find out more »Grapes for Good Wine Event
A special wine tasting event to benefit BUILD, serving 6,500 inner-city youth in some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods. Cost is $50.00 per person. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, 100% of your donation will support BUILD’s programs for youth! Stock up in time for the holidays: 15% of wine sales will go to support BUIILD’s programs. TAC/ The Art Center, 1957 Sheridan Rd. Highland Park, IL For more information contact kelseyteegen@buildchicago.org or at 773-227-2880 Secure you tickets here!
Find out more »Turkey Bowl III
Our 4th annual flag football tournament! Join us for a game of flag football! Game is for ages 9 and up. Registration starts at 10am with donuts and coffee. First game kicks off at 11am. Game 1: Youth Football at 11 / Game 2: UCAN Staff vs BUILD Staff at 1pm Winners take home the trophy! Contact Bradly Johnson at bradlyjohnson@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Find out more »December 2018
Austin Holiday Parade
Join us for a festive parade in the Austin community with a special performance with Opera-Matic!
Find out more »Youth Winter Camp
School is out! Winter Camp is in! Sign-up for fun with friends and cool things to do from 9am to 5pm, through January 5. Contact BUILD at build@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Find out more »January 2019
Youth Winter Camp
"On the first day of Winter Camp BUILD staff gave to me, a fun time and lots of cool things to do." Register early to reserve your spot! Hours are between 9am - 5pm and runs through the 5th of January.
Find out more »Career Paths Conference
Tips on job searching, applying for jobs, resume and cover letters, interviewing and networking, and identifying and choosing right career paths. Interested in joining? Contact Ebonee Shaw at eboneeshaw@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Find out more »Volunteer Information Session
Looking for a unique opportunity to make a contribution to the community? Join us for an hour-long volunteer informational session and get involved! Friends and families who are also interested are welcome! Please RSVP to Ariana Ibarra at arianaibarra@buildchicago.org 773-227-2880 or email: volunteer@buildchicago.org
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