Monday, November 14, 2011

Chatham Monthly Meeting Reminder

Monthly meeting reminder: Northern Trust Co. 7801 S. State Street Chicago IL. 60619
Mr. Hightower from Chicago Water Department is featured to talk about recent flooding in the community. Please plan to attend.
If there are any questions regarding the above, please feel free to contact us at 1-866-272-1572

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Economic Development Event

Don't you dare miss: "Get your money straight & get out of Debt" + a special presentation by ADT Wednesday, November 2,2011 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.ST.Mark
Methodist Church 8441 S.St. Lawrence Ave.Chicago IL. 60619. Refreshments will be served! For More information please contact our office 1-866-272-1215.

Friday, October 7, 2011

CAPCC monthly meeting

Reminder
Chatham Avalon Park
Community Council Meeting
October 10, 2011
Chatham Avalon Church of Christ
8601 S. State
6:00 - 8:30pm
Please try to be there. :-)

Saturday, September 24, 2011

"get your money straight”

Don't you dare miss: session 2,3 or 4 of "get your money straight” with speaker Mr. Armand McCarroll: Wed. Oct 5, 2011, Wed. Oct 19, 2011 and Wed. Nov 2, 2011 from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm hosted by Chatham Avalon Park Community Council & St. Mark United Methodist Church, 8441 S St. Lawrence. For more information please call the CAPCC office at 1-866-272-1215. Food will be served!

33 Chicago Public Libraries may be closed !!!

33 Chicago Public Libraries may be closed by Mayor Rahm Emmanuel to help reduce the City of Chicago budget deficit. We need our libraries they are an important resource in our community. A mind is a terrible thing to waste! Please call 311 & Alderman Roderick Sawyer’s office a t 773-635-0006 and let your voice be heard.

Community Banking Expo

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council & Seaway Bank host a Community Banking Expo: Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 10 am until 12 noon, at Seaway bank, 645 East 87th. Great information, new products, refreshments & giveaways, please join us! For more information, please contact the CAPCC office at 1-866-272-1215

Monday, September 12, 2011

honary street sign dedicated Joseph Caldwell

On Friday, September 23, 2011 : Chatham Businessman Mr. Joseph Caldwell, owner of tailorite cleaners established in 1956 with 3 locations 8459 Cottage Grove, 6507 S. King Drive & 8335 S. Racine on the southside of Chicago & vice president of the Chatham Buiness Association will be honored on Friday, September 23, 2011. (84th to 85th) Cottage Grove an honary street sign will be dedicated Joseph Caldwell avenue. Congratulations and best wishes from the CAPCC board of directors!

Sunday, September 11, 2011

American Family Insurance:Dwight McCombs,agent
8014 S Western Avenue Chicago, IL 60620-5936
office:773-925-8070 fax:773-925-8074
e-mail:dmmcombs@amfam.com/1-800-692-6326.

CAPCC meeting

Reminder
Chatham Avalon Park Community Council Meeting
September 12, 2011 (Monday)
Northern Trust
7801 S. State
Representatives from CAPS and
the Police Department will be in attendance.

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Block Club/Good Neighbor Forum

The Chatham Avalon Park Community Council

hosts a

Block Club/Good Neighbor Forum.

Saturday, September 10, 2011

11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

The Whitney Young Library

7901 S. King Dr.

For additional information contact the

CAPCC Office

at

866-272-1215

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Help Build the Thomas Wortham IV Playground at Cole Park

Help Build the Thomas Wortham IV Playground at Cole Park
Community volunteers are needed to help construct a new playground!
Saturday, September 3, 2011
9:00am to 12:00 noon
Nat King Cole Park
361 E. 85th Street
For more information or to volunteer
call Maria Stone 312-857-2757x17
Alderman Roderick Sawyer
6th Ward Alderman

Monday, August 29, 2011

We need our library, knowledge is power!

The Whitney Young Library was built in Chatham in 1972 and is located on the corner of 79th & King Drive. Every day the Whitney Young Library is heavily used by Chatham community residents up to 75 to 80% of capacity! Protect our viable entity, go to: chicagobudget.org to make your comments! We need our library, knowledge is power!

“How to Write that Novel!” Class at CSU

Have you ever wanted to write a novel and not quite sure how to get started?

Then be SURE to sign up for the class on

“How to Write that Novel!”

Conducted by nationally best-selling author of 11-novels, Barbara Keaton, this course will give you some tools to get you started on the tough, yet rewarding road to writing a novel!

Beginning
Thursdays, September 29 – November 17, 2011
6:30pm to 8:00pm


This class will be held through Chicago State University’s Option Program.
To sign up contact
Chicago State University, Options Program
at 773-995-4466, or register in person in the
Options Program office, Chicago State University,
9501 S. King Drive, Jacoby Dickens Athletic Center, Room 201, Chicago.

“Business of Writing” class!



Do you wonder what it takes to publish a book?

Think you need an agent?

Do you know what it takes to self-publish?



These questions and more will be answered in the
“Business of Writing” class!
Conducted by nationally best-selling author, Barbara Keaton, this course is intended for aspiring writers who aren’t sure where/how to get started or the nuances of the business that writing actually is!

Tuesdays, September 27 – November 15, 2011
6:30pm to 8:00pm

This class will be held through Chicago State University’s Options Program. To sign up contact
Chicago State University, Options Program at 773-995-4466, or register in person in the Options Program office, Chicago State University, 9501 S. King Drive, Jacoby Dickens Athletic Center, Room 201.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

'peace in the park'

The 6th district police department hosts the 2nd annual 'peace in the park' over night camping event at Cole park 85th & king drive on Friday, august 26, 2011 5pm until 8am on Saturday, august 27, 2011. For more information, please contact the 6th district caps office at 1-312-745-3641 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 1-312-745-3641 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.

Block Club/Good Neighbor Forum


Chatham Avalon Park Community Council hosts a Block Club/Good Neighbor Forum! On Saturday, September 10, 2011: 11:00am until 1:00pm. At the Whitney Young Library, 7901 S King Drive! Your attendance & participation is imperative!
For additional information please contact the CAPCC office at 1-866-272-1215.

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Chatham/Park Manor/Chesterfield alert!

Chatham/Park Manor/Chesterfield alert! Residents beware!
Armed robberies are being committed from 75th to 89th street, State Street to Prairie.
Please report any suspicious activity to the police 911 or 1-312-745-3641.

A preferred child care provider

A preferred child care provider: AAA+ care in a clean christian environment! Ages : newborn to 4 years of age. 6am until 6pm
$100.00 dollars a week!
Please contact Mrs. Marva Howard at 773-487-7820

Chatham Fields Lutheran Church Back to School Picnic

Chatham Fields Lutheran Church Back to School Picnic
Sunday, August 14, 2011. 12 noon until!
8050 S St. Lawrence, Chicago

Thursday, August 11, 2011

CAPCC for Peace Sake Violence Intervention/Back to School Picnic


CAPCC for Peace Sake Violence Intervention/Back to School Picnic
Saturday, September 3, 2011/Chatham Fields Lutheran Church 8050 S St. Lawrence (11am until 4pm), for more information please contact the CAPCC office at 1-866-272-1215; ask for Rev. Dr. Robertson or Ms. Drake or Rev. Gee


Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Peace in the Park After Dark (PPAD)

Peace in the Park After Dark (PPAD)
Hosted by the 6th District, this overnight camping event is for youth ages 11-17.
Located at Nat King Cole Park, 361 East 85th street, August 26, 2011,
Friday 5:00 pm through Saturday 8:00 am.
Participating in the event with our CAPS office are community volunteers, elected officials, park district staff and local businesses.
**Please note: In order to be completely registered for PPAD, contact the 6th District CAPS office at 312-745-3641.
This will be a fantastic camping night out!

Attention 6th Ward Seniors!

Attention 6th Ward Seniors!
Alderman Roderick T. Sawyer is starting a Senior Organization! The 1st meeting will be this Thursday August 11, 2011 at St. Marks AME Church, 7358 South Cottage Grove Ave.
Come out and be a part of the rebirth of the 6th Ward!!
For more information please contact Denise M. Fuller – Senior Coordinator
773-635-0006 Monday – Thursday 10:00 am till 2:00 pm;
or e-mail DeniseFuller@6thWardChicago.com

Lyle for Kids Cole Park Classic

You got game? Think you can coach? Just like to watch players at the top of their game? This is the place for you! Lyle for Kids host the city’s best summer basketball tournament for girls 7 boys ages 5-18. Join us for this end of summer, back to school, 6th Ward Village event.
Skills Camp 8/8 – 8/12/11 7 Tournament 8/15 – 8/28/11.
Located at Nat King Cole Park, 8500 S. King Drive.
Sponsored by: Lyle for Kids, The Chicago Park District, Loop Capital Markets, & 6th Ward Committeeman Freddrenna M. Lyle.
Please come out to support our youth at the 12th annual “Lyle for Kids Cole Park Classic”!

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council Meeting

Reminder
Chatham Avalon Park Community Council Meeting
August 8, 2011
Northern Trust
7801 S. State 2nd Fl.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Money Management Workshop

Money Management Workshop

Don’t Have a Checking Account?
Tired of Using Check Cashing Services and Money Orders?
Looking to Re-enter the Banking System?
Thursday,
August 25, 2011
5:30 – 7:30
WHERE:
Centers for New Horizons
“The James Pitts Center”
226 E. 43rd St., Chicago, IL 60653
Call: (773) 994-6670 or Visit Our Website: www.genesishdc.org
Gain Better Control of Your Finances NOW!!!
THIS IS A FREE CREDIT & MONEY MANAGEMENT
WORKSHOP AND COUNSELING PROGRAM
Seats Are Limited So Act Now!!!
Register Online at www.genesishdc.org or call: (773) 994-6670
Sponsored By: PNC Bank

“Health & Housing Fair”

Homebuyer Education Training (HUD Certified/Certificate Training Program)

4th Ward Annual Community
“Health & Housing Fair”
Saturday, August 20, 2011 (10am-3pm)
King High School - 4445 S. Drexel Blvd. Chicago, IL
TOPICS
FINANCIAL PLANNING/MONEY MANAGEMENT
KNOWING & UNDERSTANDING CREDIT
STEPS IN BECOMING A HOMEOWNER
MORTGAGE OPTIONS and POST PURCHASE CARE
——————————————————————————————————
SEATS ARE LIMITED FOR THIS FREE TRAINING SO ACT NOW…
Register On-line by August 18, 2011 at www.genesishdc.org
Print and present your registration to enter “NO WAITING IN LINE”
Doors open at 10:00 am
“IT’S A GREAT TIME TO BUY”!
Genesis is "funded in part by a grant from the
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Foreclosure Prevention and Options Training “Get the Facts”

GENESIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program and
National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Program
7735 S. Vernon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60619
773-994-6670
Genesis Housing Development Corporation (GHDC) announces the expansion of its
HUD/FHA certified home ownership and foreclosure prevention programs.
GHDC is a not-for-profit housing counseling agency with 13
years of community development experience. We are
assisting homeowners by helping them get loan
modifications, get a court mediation session and understand
the foreclosure process.
There is no charge for HUD certified housing counseling.
Call us for more information about the Circuit Court of Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure
Mediation Program and NeighborWorks America National Foreclosure Mitigation
Counseling Program to schedule a counseling appointment usually within one week or less.
We also offer FREE informational bi-weekly workshops: Please RSVP
Foreclosure Prevention and Options Training “Get the Facts”
August 4, 2011 (6:00 – 7:30pm)
August 18, 2011 (6:00 – 7:30pm)
All workshops are held at:
7735 S. Vernon Avenue, Chicago Illinois 60619
Please call (773) 994-6670 or Register On-line at www.genesishdc.org today!
Genesis is funded in part by a Grant from “THE CHICAGO COMMUNITY TRUST”; “ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORTY”
and “THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT”

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Chatham Bicycle Club!

The next bike ride will take place Thursday Aug. 4; 6:30 pm at Cole Park next to the smaller basketball court(if weather permits). Thanks!

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

CTA red line extension meeting

CTA red line extension meeting
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
6:00pm until 8:30pm
St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 211 East 115th Street, Chicago, IL 60628.

1st Annual Chatham Education Walk

To highlight the importance of the family unit and the education of their children: please join us for : 1st Annual Chatham Education Walk in memory of Officer Thomas Wortham on Saturday, August 20, 2011 @ 10am until 11:00am (75th to 85th & King Drive) Cole Park. We are seeking for parents & their children to walk together!

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Meet Insurance Guru

Don't miss this opportunity to meet insurance guru: Armand Mccarroll & banking officer Michelle Wright on Friday, July 29, 201 @ the Northern Trust Company's, Estate Planning Seminar:7801 S State Street, Chicago, Illinois 60619 at 10 am! Please plan to attend!!

Monday, July 11, 2011

Sub-area 5 meeting

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council hosts a: Sub-area 5 meeting on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Chatham Avalon Church of Christ, 8601 S State, 6:30pm until 8:00 pm!
We are seeking your participation & attendance!!
**The Renovation project for the Shell Gas Station located on 87th & State will be discussed. If you live in Sub-Area 5, or you’re concerned about this project, please plan to attend. Let’s discuss all issues now so we can’t complain later. I hope to see you there! :-)

Meet Insurance Guru: Armand Mccarroll

Don't miss this opportunity to meet insurance guru: Armand Mccarroll on Friday, July 29, 2011 @ the Northern Trust Company, 7801 S State Street, Chicago, Illinois 60619 at 10 am! Please plan to attend!!

Thursday, July 7, 2011

The Taste of WVON 1690 AM-Midway Broadcasting-Community Networking

Saturday, July 16 · 10:00am - 8:00pm
87th DAUPHIN....Chicago South Side...near Cottage Grove
A day of Fun Activities and Celebration...fun for the whole FAMILY! Free Admission...lots of VENDORS to patronize! for more information call 773-247-6200 and tell them Terry Bishop sent you!

Friday, July 1, 2011

Sub-area 5 meeting

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council hosts a: Sub-area 5 meeting on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Chatham Avalon Church of Christ, 8601 S State, 6:30pm until 8:00 pm!
We are seeking your participation & attendance!!

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

"Revitalize & Rebuild Chatham 2"

"Revitalize & rebuild chatham 2"
forum: Saturday, July 9, 2011
Crerar Presbyterian Church (parish hall)
8100 S Calumet Ave. Chicago 60619
11:00 am until 1:30 pm.

Monday, June 20, 2011

Revitalize & Rebuild Chatham" - block club workshop

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council hosts: Revitalize & Rebuild Chatham" a call to action block club workshop: Wednesday, June 29, 2011, St. Mark United Methodist Church, 8441 S St. Lawrence, Chicago, IL 60619. 6:30 pm until 8 pm
We Hope to See You :-)

Thursday, June 16, 2011

South Central Community Services, Inc. (SCCS)
& Chatham/ Avalon Park Homecoming Committee
INVITE YOU TO
1st Annual
Homecoming Reunion Dinner Dance Fundraiser
to
Save South Central’s Community Center Pool (Formerly Chatham YMCA)

Special Guest: George Willborn
Mistress of Ceremonies: Cheryl Burton

SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2011 6:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M.
SABRE ROOM – LOWER LEVEL
THE FLAME ROOM
8900 W. 95TH STREET
HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457
Must be 21 or older; tickets $125.00,
Early bird special $100.00 (June 8th – June 29th)
R.S.V.P by Fri., July 1, 2011 Contact: Darryl Shelton 773-483-0900 ext.228
homecoming@accsinc.org www.sccsinc.org facebook twitter

All Proceeds Benefit South Central’s “Pool Renovation Campaign”

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Revitalize & Rebuild Chatham !!!

Revitalize & Rebuild Chatham
If You Care About Your Community Please Join Us!

Host: Chatham Avalon Park Community Council

When: Monday May 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm

Where: Northern Trust Company, 7801 S. State St., Chi. IL 60619

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Homebuyer Education Training

Saturday, May 21, 2011
Genesis Housing Development Corporation
Lecture Hall
7735 S. Vernon Street, Chicago 60619
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
TOPICS
FINANCIAL PLANNING/MONEY MANAGEMENT
KNOWING & UNDERSTANDING CREDIT
STEPS IN BECOMING A HOMEOWNER
MORTGAGE OPTIONS and POST PURCHASE CARE
——————————————————————————————————-
SEATS ARE LIMITED FOR THIS FREE TRAINING SO ACT NOW…
Register On-line by May 20, 2011 at www.genesishdc.org
“IT’S A GREAT TIME TO BUY”!
Genesis is "funded in part by a grant from the
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

"Saving & Investing & Budgeting"

The Chatham Avalon Economic Development Task Force: hosts "saving & investing & budgeting", Saturday, May 21, 2011 , 12 noon til 2:00pm. We hope you can attend. :-)

Monday, April 11, 2011

Block Clubs: Creating Unity, Building Community

9th Annual Block Club Convention
Host: Chicago Police Department 6th District CAPS
When: Saturday April 30th, 2011
Where: Simeon High School 8147 South Vincennes Chi, IL 60620
8:15 – 9:30 a.m. : Seminars
10:00 – Noon: Programs
Free lunch served immediately following program

Info. on Top 2011 Scholarships for Black Students

Visit
http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/

SHARE YOUR VOICE: TAKE ACTION

Illinois legislators in Springfield may soon introduce a bill cutting pension benefits for active employees.
CTPF (Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund) does not support any attempt to balance the state budget by eroding guaranteed pension benefits. We need help sending this message to Illinois legislators.
SHARE YOUR VOICE: TAKE ACTION
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2.) Write, e-mail, call, or visit your Illinois legislators and share your voice. Find additional information and link to legislators at www.ctpf.org.

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Reminder - CAPCC monthly meeting 2morrow

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 11, 2011 at The Nothern Trust Company 7801 South State street. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Please plan to attend. :-)

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Prayer Vigil/Rally for Peace

Sunday, May 1, 2011 Chatham Avalon Park Community Council & Community Church congregations are hosting a prayer vigil rally for PEACE SAKE at Nat King Cole Park, 8500 S. King Dr. @ 3:00pm.
Please plan to attend :-)

Banking Expo Task Force

Economic Development Task Force presents “Banking Resource Expo”
Learn about product and services that meet your needs!
Come out and meet banking staff from branches in your community.

WHERE: St. Mark United Methodist Church / 8441 S. St. Lawrence Ave. / 60619
WHEN: April 16, 2011 10:00 to 2:00
Contact: CAPCC 1-866-272-1215
Sponsored by: CHATHAM AVALON PARK COMMUNITY COUNCIL, BUSINESS ECONOMIC REVITILIZATION ASSOCIATION, PARK MANOR NEIGHBORS, ROSELAND HEIGHTS COMMUNITY COUNCIL, CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY COUNCIL.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

CAPCC Economic Development Task Force

CAPCC Economic Development Task Force
“The State of the African American Economy”
Thursday; March 24, 2011 @ Urban Partnership Bank
7936 S. Cottage Grove
6pm – 8pm

6th Ward Monthly Meeting

6th Ward Alderman Freddrenna M. Lyle's Monthly Ward Meeting
Thursday, March 10, 2011,6:30 p.m.
Chatham Fields Evangelical Lutheran
8050 S. St. Lawrence Ave
Invited Guests:
Representative, 6th District Police
Office of Commissioner Larry Rogers, Jr.,
Property Tax Appeal Forum
(PLEASE BRING YOUR TAX BILL.)

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Do you vote early????

Early Voting Began Dec. 31st, and will continue until Feb. 17th (Tuesday). Many people encourage early voting for convenience; then there are some that discourage it. :-/
Do you vote early? WHY or WHY NOT?

FYI - 6th Ward Early voting info. - Whitney Young Library, 7901 S. M. L. King Jr. Drive, Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

6th Ward Monthly Ward Meeting

February 10, 2011 (Thursday) 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Wesley United Methodist Church
201 E. 95th Street

Friday, January 14, 2011

Mayoral Candidates Forum

A Chicago Mayoral candidates forum will be held at Carter Temple CME Church 7841 south Wabash on Saturday January 15th at 11:00 p.m. The Governor of talk radio Cliff Kelley will moderate this event. All are invited, please plan to attend.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Chatham Monthly Meeting Reminder

Chatham Avalon Park Community Council will hold its monthly meeting on Monday January 10, 2011 at The Nothern Trust Company 7801 South State street. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Please plan to attend.