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First-Time Homebuyer Workshop

1152 N. Christiana Avenue 1152 N. Christiana Avenue, Chicago

HOMEBUYER EDUCATION PROGRAM Founded in 1982, LUCHA is both a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-approved housing counseling agency as well as a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). LUCHA (the Spanish word for "struggle") advances housing as a human right by empowering communities- particularly the Latino and Spanish-speaking populations- through advocacy, education, affordable […]

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Film and Photography for Teens

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Learn new skills and film your own projects! We have lights, cameras, a green screen, and editing software to bring your vision to the screen! Open to teens in grades […]

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Beatmaking and Audio Design

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Learn the basics of Ableton and audio recording - beatmaking, sampling, beat matching, effects and filters. Create your own song or remix someone else's! Open to teens in grades 6-12. 

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Playwriting for Teens

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Create your own short play to tackle the theme of gun violence. Teens will be encouraged to submit to the #ENOUGH short play contest, open through April 20, 2020. Winning plays will be featured in nationwide readings this December. ABOUT #ENOUGH:  #ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence is a new campaign of theatre activism on […]

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Environmental Science Tinker Lab

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us in exploring environmental science! Try out Nature Sketching, Greenhouse Gardening, or build your own robot from recycled materials! We'll be exploring Pollution and Filtration, Renewable Resources, and more ... All of these programs are inspired by the One Book, One Chicago book: THE SIXTH EXTINCTION, but you'll have fun and learn how to take better care of […]

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The Craft Guild

Humboldt Park Public Library 1605 N Troy St, Chicago, IL, United States

Welcome to the Craft Guild! We will become craftier by the week as we experiment with mosaic, scrapbooking, journaling, knitting, crochet, sewing, loom beading, embroidery, jewelry making and more! Work on your own project or learn a new skill. We have plenty of free materials to get you started! Open to teens in grades 6-12.

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BUILD your future….in Cabinetmaking!

Greater West Town 500 N. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States

Orientation for Greater West Town's Wood Products Manufacturing Training In only 15 weeks, learn the skills needed for rewarding entry-level positions in cabinetmaking, furniture making, exhibit building, and the wood products industry.  Entry salaries range from $13 - $17 per hour, growing to $18 - $40 per hour with years of on-the-job experience.  Fast track […]

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Give your career a LIFT…in Shipping & Receiving

Greater West Town 500 N. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States

“Training” Orientation for Greater West Town's Shipping & Receiving Training Program Students in this 12-week program learn inventory control, RF scanners, computerized warehouse management, OSHA safety, and fork lifting skills.  Entry salaries range from $13 - $16 per hour for positions as shipping and receiving clerk, forklift operator, warehouse associate, material handler, order picker, and […]

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BUILD your future….in Cabinetmaking

Greater West Town 500 N. Sacramento Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States

Virtual Info Session for Greater West Town's Wood Products Manufacturing Training In only 15 weeks, learn the skills needed for rewarding entry-level positions in cabinetmaking, furniture making, exhibit building, and the wood products industry.  Entry salaries range from $13 - $17 per hour, growing to $18 - $40 per hour with years of on-the-job experience. […]

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Discover Brain Health Webinar Series

Join University of Illinois Extension Family Life Educators for a series about memory change and aging, including tips and strategies to lessen everyday forgetfulness. May 7 - Hold That Thought This workshop will look at the memory process and what researchers say contributes to brain health, as well as strategies for helping with everyday forgetfulness. […]