Job Search Cafe
The Job Search Café is a relaxed, high-impact hiring event where employers connect directly with our job-ready candidates for brief conversations, on-the-spot applications, and quick screenings.
Thursday, September 11, 1:30–4:30 PM, at the Discover Center (8560 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619).
Boots to Business Cards
Join Roll Call Chicagoland for the next installment of our Boots to Business Cards workshop series, designed to equip veterans and military spouses with practical tools to succeed in today’s job market. This special event, offered ahead of Veterans Day week, features a Department of Labor–certified trainer and an industry expert panel to help you build confidence, sharpen your professional presence, and make meaningful connections.
Schedule at a Glance
8:30 a.m. | Registration & Light Breakfast
9:00 a.m. | Welcome & Industry Expert Panel
10:00 a.m. | Workshop 1: Job Fair Strategies & On-the-Spot Interviews
11:00 a.m. | Break (30 minutes)
11:30 a.m. | Workshop 2: Networking and Professional Introductions at Job Fairs
12:30 p.m. | Debrief, Reflections & Informal Networking
What You’ll Gain
Learn what recruiters and hiring managers look for at job fairs.
Practice delivering a polished professional introduction.
Discover strategies to maximize your time and connections at networking events.
Hear real-world advice from HR and industry leaders.
Walk away with actionable tools to boost your confidence and career readiness.
This program is free for veterans and military spouses, but space is limited. Advance registration is required.
Tutoring Chicago (Copy)
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Credit Score & Tax Workshop
Join Ladder Up at the Shine Bright Center for Tax Basics 101 and Credit Scores with Working Credit!
Ladder Up is proud to partner with the Shine Bright Center to bring you a day focused on financial wellness and empowerment. Join us at 8560 S Cottage Grove for an event designed to help individuals and families build a stronger financial future.
Event Highlights:
💳 Credit Score Workshop presented by Working Credit
💰 Tax Basics Workshop hosted by Ladder Up
🎓 Engaging, lecture-style sessions offering practical financial insights
🥗 Complimentary lunch provided for all attendees
This is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow alongside your community.
Scan the QR code to RSVP — we look forward to seeing you there!
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago (Copy)
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Dream Academy Gaming Workshops
Dream Academy: Gaming Workshop Sign-up Form
Dream Academy Foundation, event sponsor Discover, is thrilled to announce a series of STEAM Learning Events taking place every Saturday for 6 weeks starting September 20 and will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at:
Shine Bright Community Center located at 8560 S Cottage Grove Ave.
These engaging and educational sessions are open to all students in grades 9th through 12th and will delve into a range of exciting topics including Game Design, eSports, AI, tournaments, and more!
Participation in these events is completely free, but pre-registration is required to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
FREE GIVEAWAYS! FREE FOOD!
Please register below! Questions? please email program@dreamafoundation.org
Please follow us on our socials to stay updated! Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
We hope to see you soon!
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Love and Protect Wisdom Pamper Experience
✨ Join us for a transformative day of care, connection, and empowerment.The Pamper and Empower Experience is a FREE annual celebration designed to uplift and honor domestic violence survivors with love, luxury, and support.
Survivors will enjoy:
💆🏾♀️ Self-care & Wellness Services – Massages, nail services, makeup workshops, and more
🛍️ Empowerment Kits – Filled with beauty, hygiene, and wellness items
🎤 Inspirational Stories
🧠 Resource Room – On-site access to therapists, safety resources, legal info, and more
🍴 Light Bites & Sweet Treats – Nourishing food and refreshments served throughout the day
🎁 Giveaways, Swag & Surprises
This is a sacred and joyful space where survivors are seen, celebrated, and supported. Whether you are a survivor, supporter, or community ally—your presence matters.
🎟️ TICKETS
Survivor Registration: FREE – Limited spots available
Community Supporter Ticket: Donation-based – All proceeds support year-round survivor care
🚨 SPACE IS LIMITED — REGISTER EARLY This event fills quickly every year. Register today and reserve your seat at this unforgettable experience.
For questions or sponsorship opportunities, email info@loveprotectwisdom.com
College & Trade Fair
College & Trade Fair – Game Day for Your Future!
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 8560 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619
Get ready for the ultimate Game Day for your future! Join us at the College & Trade Fair where students, parents, and community members can explore a wide range of opportunities to shape their next steps.
This high-energy event will feature:
🏈 Game Day Huddle – Hands-on experiences to try out trade and career skills, plus the chance to meet and explore with colleges, universities, and trade organizations.
📚 Scholarship Playbook – Learn how to secure financial aid and scholarships, and join workshops that provide strategies for college and career success.
🎤 Halftime Performance – Enjoy guest appearances, exciting on-site raffles, and fresh photo ops to celebrate your future.
💬 Locker Room Talk – 1-on-1 conversations with mentors, real advice, real stories, and networking to help you build your personal playbook for success.
This event is all about access, opportunity, and inspiration—designed to equip students and families with tools, resources, and connections that open doors.
✨ Don’t miss your shot!
Growing Home CompTia+ Graduation
We are thrilled to celebrate the Growing Home ComTia+ Graduation!
This event is for participants in the CompTia+ program and their families, it is not open to the public.
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
CBA, Monthly Meeting
Monthly Membership Meetings held by Chatham Business Association, Small Business Development Inc. are designed to inform current and prospective members about important developments in Chatham and the City of Chicago. You do not need to be a member to attend. Breakfast is provided for free.
Notice of Photography and Media Use
By attending this meeting/event, you acknowledge and grant permission for your image, likeness, and/or voice to be photographed, recorded, or otherwise captured for use by the Chatham Business Association. Such media may be used in promotional materials, publications, social media, and other communications to support and promote the mission of the Chatham Business Association.
Dream Academy Gaming Workshops
Dream Academy: Gaming Workshop Sign-up Form
Dream Academy Foundation, event sponsor Discover, is thrilled to announce a series of STEAM Learning Events taking place every Saturday for 6 weeks starting September 20 and will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at:
Shine Bright Community Center located at 8560 S Cottage Grove Ave.
These engaging and educational sessions are open to all students in grades 9th through 12th and will delve into a range of exciting topics including Game Design, eSports, AI, tournaments, and more!
Participation in these events is completely free, but pre-registration is required to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
FREE GIVEAWAYS! FREE FOOD!
Please register below! Questions? please email program@dreamafoundation.org
Please follow us on our socials to stay updated! Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
We hope to see you soon!
National Homeless Awareness Day Community Event
October 10 is the National Homeless Awareness Day.
Casa is a transitional housing program to provides women and women with children a 2-year period to not only reside within our program but also engage in holistic services including case management, mental health and financial literacy.
We will have a panel discussion comprised of individuals with lived experience, direct service workers, mental health providers etc.
Vendors will provide resources and services to the community.
Light Refreshments will be served.
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Dream Academy Gaming Workshops (Copy) (Copy)
Dream Academy: Gaming Workshop Sign-up Form
Dream Academy Foundation, event sponsor Discover, is thrilled to announce a series of STEAM Learning Events taking place every Saturday for 6 weeks starting September 20 and will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at:
Shine Bright Community Center located at 8560 S Cottage Grove Ave.
These engaging and educational sessions are open to all students in grades 9th through 12th and will delve into a range of exciting topics including Game Design, eSports, AI, tournaments, and more!
Participation in these events is completely free, but pre-registration is required to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
FREE GIVEAWAYS! FREE FOOD!
Please register below! Questions? please email program@dreamafoundation.org
Please follow us on our socials to stay updated! Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
We hope to see you soon!
Men's Wellness Summit
Join us for a dynamic day focused on men’s health and wellness. The Summit will honor National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. The summit features roundtable discussions, networking, edutainment, and more—all aimed at improving access to care, addressing disparities and mental health, stigma, and fostering community engagement. Presented by: AFC, Pride In the Pews, UbtheCure, Faith In Action, Project VIDA and Wellness Home Chicago
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Dream Academy Gaming Workshops
Dream Academy: Gaming Workshop Sign-up Form
Dream Academy Foundation, event sponsor Discover, is thrilled to announce a series of STEAM Learning Events taking place every Saturday for 6 weeks starting September 20 and will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at:
Shine Bright Community Center located at 8560 S Cottage Grove Ave.
These engaging and educational sessions are open to all students in grades 9th through 12th and will delve into a range of exciting topics including Game Design, eSports, AI, tournaments, and more!
Participation in these events is completely free, but pre-registration is required to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
FREE GIVEAWAYS! FREE FOOD!
Please register below! Questions? please email program@dreamafoundation.org
Please follow us on our socials to stay updated! Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
We hope to see you soon!
Business Accelerator Program
What You'll Learn:
Scaling Up with Certification and Contracts
Access to Capital
Financing - Knowing Your Numbers to Grow
Automations to Scale Your Business
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Branding and Custom Acquisition
Operations & Systems
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.
Dream Academy Gaming Workshops
Dream Academy: Gaming Workshop Sign-up Form
Dream Academy Foundation, event sponsor Discover, is thrilled to announce a series of STEAM Learning Events taking place every Saturday for 6 weeks starting September 20 and will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at:
Shine Bright Community Center located at 8560 S Cottage Grove Ave.
These engaging and educational sessions are open to all students in grades 9th through 12th and will delve into a range of exciting topics including Game Design, eSports, AI, tournaments, and more!
Participation in these events is completely free, but pre-registration is required to ensure a spot. Space is limited.
FREE GIVEAWAYS! FREE FOOD!
Please register below! Questions? please email program@dreamafoundation.org
Please follow us on our socials to stay updated! Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
We hope to see you soon!
Anti-Bullying 8 Week Course
Empower Youth, End Bullying
Join us for an engaging 8-week course designed for youth ages 11–14, focused on building awareness, empathy, and confidence to stand up against bullying. Through interactive sessions and real-world strategies, participants will learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to bullying in a safe and supportive environment.
Tutoring Chicago
FREE one-to-one tutoring for 1sth -12th grade students!
Trained volunteer tutors will work with your student on homework help, reading, math and social skills.