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Identity and Power: This Summer with Teatro Americano
Last week signaled the end of Teatro Americano's 6-week Summer Theater Apprenticeships for 32 youth, wrapping up the summer with many wonderful performances of their original piece, including a showcase at the University of Chicago's new Logan Center and a debut with Chicago Shakespeare in the Park. Many apprentices will stay with us throughout the school year, but there is still room for some new faces in the fall program. To see photos from this summer, and learn how to get involved, click here.
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Giving Voice to Our Story with the Vocalo Project
Members of Teatro Americano can now be heard on the radio sharing their stories with Chicago! Thanks to a new partnership with Vocalo (89.5 FM), the youth in Teatro Americano are adapting their stories to monologues for radio broadcasts. The first two pieces feature Teatro Americano's Emmanuel Gutierrez and Martha Razo. [Listen in]
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Welcome, Nohemi!
This week, Nohemi joined the Latinos Progresando family as our new receptionist, helping LP meet clients' needs at one of our busiest times! Join us in welcoming her as the newest addition to our team, and in congratulating Araceli Dominguez, LP's receptionist for the past 2 years, as she transitions to become LP's newest caseworker. [Meet Nohemi]
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Luis Gutierrez on NPR
On August 17th, Luis Gutierrez, Executive Director of Latinos Progresando, was a guest on NPR's To The Point. During the segment, entitled "Deferred Deportation: DREAM Act Lite or Political Ploy?" Luis joined a debate about the new deferred action policy for youth, highlighting the risks of applying, the importance of fighting for the DREAM Act, and the concerns of Latinos as the election approaches. [Listen in]
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National Louis University is currently enrolling students for Fall Classes, which start on September 10th. Information Sessions will be held on Thursday, August 23rd at El Valor-Cantu Center (2434 S. Kildare) from 6-8pm, and on August 25th at La Casa Student Housing (1818 S. Paulina) from 10am-12pm. For more information, see the flyer.
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Four undocumented youth are walking across America for 8 months to share their stories and declare that they are "Undocumented and Unafraid." These brave DREAMers stopped through Chicago recently and are on their way to Washington, D.C. to campaign for the passage of the DREAM Act and immediate immigration reform. Find out if they'll be walking near you and help support the DREAM.
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Free School Physicals and Immunizations
Alderman George Cardenas will be hosting Immunization Day to offer free school physicals, immunizations, dental examinations, and other services to children. Immunization Day will be held in McKinley Park (2210 W. Pershing Rd.) from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, August 25th. For full details about the services offered, please click here.
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The Chicago Youth Boxing Club is hosting a Women's Boxing Challenge on Saturday, August 25th at 2300 S. Millard Ave. This event is open to all weight classes, including novice boxers ages 8 and up. Weigh-in starts at 1pm, with the rounds starting at 5pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, or free for ages 12 and under. For registration information, click here.
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