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MadeGood Foods in collaboration with My Dental Gallery and Razzmatazz Games & Grill host FREE Back to School Bash for Chicago’s south side area youth

Aug 15, 2018

To ensure children residing on the south side of Chicago are well equipped and excited to head back to school, MadeGood, a company dedicated to providing healthy snacks that are school safe, organic and rich in nutrients, is partnering with My Dental Gallery and Razzmatazz Games & Grill to host a first-of-its-kind Back to School Bash from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 26 at 3900 S. Ashland Ave.

“The Back to School Bash is a part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring all students are well-equipped for the school year,” says Nima Fotovat, president of MadeGood Foods, Inc. “Because nearly two children in every classroom have a food allergy, we’re thrilled to provide book bags filled with school supplies and allergy-friendly, school-safe snacks for students to enjoy throughout the school day. We’re also thankful to USA Expo and American Family Insurance for jumping at this opportunity for additional support in making this a possibility”.

During the event, students will enjoy a variety of free products, including fully stocked book bags packed with MadeGood’s Granola Bars and Crispy Squares, free game cards for all-day play at Razzmatazz Games & Grill, and free dental cleanings from Dr. Ogbonna Bowden, DDS, owner of My Dental Gallery. To top it off, children can get free haircuts from award-winning barber Mark Lawrence, the owner of Shop Official, and up-and-coming barber, Martese Cole.

"We’re thrilled to host the Back to School Bash in partnership with MadeGood and My Dental Gallery,” said Simon Horwell, general manager at Razzmatazz Games & Grill. “The celebration is another avenue for children to authentically be themselves and enjoy the experience, innocence and fun of being a child, in a safe setting, and we’re pleased to be a part of this experience.”

“As someone born and bred on Chicago’s South Side, I respond to any opportunity to give back to my community and this event is a great example of business leaders coming together to influence our youth positively,” said Dr. Ogbonna Bowden DDS, owner of My Dental Gallery. “Every child should have access to dental care, but that’s not always the case. It’s my hope that free cleanings for students will ensure each child shows up for their first day of school with fresh and clean pearly whites."

About MadeGood

MadeGood® is dedicated to providing healthy snacks that are rich in nutrients, allergy friendly and minimally processed. All products contain wholesome and organic ingredients that are ethically sourced. MadeGood is a good choice for your health, your family’s health and the planet’s health. Trust in something better. For more details, visit madegoodfoods.com or follow @madegoodfoods on Twitter.

About Razzmatazz Games & Grill

Located on Chicago’s South Side, Razzmatazz Games & Grill is a 20,000-square foot indoor entertainment complex with thrilling games, attractions and slides for adults and kids of all ages. The entertainment center has over 80 games, Route 66 bowling, bouncy houses and inflatable slides, as well as a full service bar and restaurant. Open daily, it hosts birthday parties and event outings for any group type. Visit razzmatazzchicago.com to learn more.

About Chicago Indoor Sports

Located next to Razzmatazz, Chicago Indoor Sports is Chicagoland’s premiere 90,000 square-foot indoor sports facility, featuring state-of-the-art turf fields and a basketball court. Additionally, the facility hosts special events, trade shows and conventions. Guests can always enjoy delicious meals and cocktails at the full service bar. Visit chicagoindoorsports.com to learn more.

About My Dental Gallery

My Dental Gallery is a state-of-the-art facility that utilizes the latest technology to provide patients with the highest quality dental care. Boasting a wide variety of services and procedures, My Dental Gallery can help you enjoy a restored and vibrant smile. Visit our Woodlawn Chicago Dental offices to enjoy special amenities, including cell phone charging stations, cable television, custom music options, and ultra-leather reclining chairs.

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Our Deepest Condolences

Aug 15, 2018

Teamwork Englewood is deeply saddened to announce the passing of community resident and activist, Hal Baskin.

Services are as follows:

Friday, August 17th: Viewing at A R Leak & Sons 7838 S. Cottage Grove 5:00pm-9:00pm

Saturday, August 18th: Wake 10:00am-11:00am Funeral 11:00am-12:00pm Freedom Temple 1459 W. 74th St.

Thought Leadership: The Often Overlooked Organizational Capacity Building Strategy

Valerie F. Leonard, Aug 15, 2018

When we talk about nonprofit capacity building, we typically refer to ways we can strengthen our organizations’ leaders and internal systems so that we can make a stronger impact to our clients and communities. We usually look at factors like board development, human resource development, financial management, networking ability, impact, and program management.

Transformation: Making The Electric Grid Smart

Aug 15, 2018

The six-year ComEd Smart Grid journey transformed the electric grid, boosted local economy with new jobs, helped small businesses grow and resulted in record-breaking reliability, fewer outages, faster restorations, thousands of jobs and more control for customers.

Focus Groups with Young People

Aug 9, 2018

Conducting focus groups with young people to better understand how they use sexual and reproductive health services and what young people are looking for in those services.

What You Should Be Doing Right Now to Prepare for #GivingTuesday and #ILGive

Valerie F. Leonard, Aug 9, 2018

It’s August, 2018, and #GivingTuesday is November 27^th. What should you be doing right now to ensure that your campaign is successful? Here is a timeline of recommended activities from the Complete Toolkit published by #GivingTuesday. Visit www.givingtuesday.org to register for #GivingTuesday and to download the toolkit and other valuable resources. If you are an Illinois nonprofit, also register at #ILGive at https://www.ilgive.com. You should also review their timeline and download their resources.

RAP SHEET REVIEW DAY Sealing, Expungement, Legal Options Info Session

Aug 7, 2018

This event will take place at Teamwork Englewood, 815 W 63rd St. Should you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact Mark Mitchell at 773-488-6600 or by email at mmitchell@teamworkenglewood.org.

Don't Get Mad at the News Reports? Take Action -- R.A.G.E. Open House | New Member Orientation

Aug 6, 2018

You pissed off? You feel helpless? You want to do something but not sure where to start? You turned on the news and feel powerless. Well we say start with where you live and join forces with other residents in their continued efforts to increase peace, pride and unity! Join the Resident Association of Greater Englewood for our Open House/New Member Orientation on Wednesday, August 8th - 6pm - 8pm at R.A.G.E. Headquarters – 6620 S. Union Ave. and be inspired!

So Fresh Saturdays’ 5th stop at Ogden Park this weekend – August 4th!

Aug 1, 2018

We are excited to head to Ogden Park on August 4th from 3pm-7pm for our fifth stop of the So Fresh So Fresh Saturday Tour. Our fourth stop on July 21st at Murray Park was nothing short of amazing! We provided hundreds of Englewood residents with access to community resources, music, free food plus an organic food cooking demonstration by youth from the Gardeneers, and performances by talented local artists like hip-hop mentoring group, Emcee Skool, young neo-soul singer SaKyrah, poetic rapper Chi Boy Jimmy, with the popular artist/activist Phenom as Master of Cermony!

The Comer Mobile Health Unit is coming to So Fresh Saturday!

Aug 1, 2018

The Comer Mobile Health Unit is coming to So Fresh Saturday this weekend!

School’s out, now all you hear is “I’m Bored!” - Razzmatazz can change that!

Jul 25, 2018

Razzmatazz, the family fun center, and Chicago Indoor Sports, a multipurpose sports facility, are two of Chicago’s most hidden gems located on 3900 South Ashland Avenue in Chicago. Based on Chicago’s South-West side, this joint facility offers entertainment for the entire family.

Razzmatazz is equipped with games that are suitable for all ages. Ranging from one or two player immersive video games, such as Jurassic World and Aliens Armageddon, to physical interactive experiences like Down the Clown or Color Crush. Over 70% of the games and attractions offer a chance to win points that can be exchanged for prizes varying between small candy and PS4! Razzmatazz also has a restaurant serving items such as chicken, pizza, nachos, and loaded fries. Alongside the restaurant, there’s a bar serving specialty drinks.

Attached to Razzmatazz is Chicago Indoor Sports, also referred to as CIS. Chicago Indoor Sports is a purpose built, indoor sports facility. With fields that are optimally designed to ensure the very best sporting experience; no matter your pursuit. Visitors are able to enjoy soccer, lacrosse, flag football, field hockey, frisbee, bubble soccer, rugby and cricket activities year round. All of the fields are installed using the highest quality materials available. CIS has the very latest in indoor turf technology to provide an incredible playing experience and professional grade tempered glass to surround the playing areas. Inside of CIS there is Mike's Blue Flame Lounge. A full service bar with views of the fields serving a variety of beers in additional to a wide selection of top shelf and well liquors. There are three large HD TV's situated inside, all showing the best sporting action from around the world.

This 20,000 square-feet, two-for-one spot, is perfect for food, drinks, games, and indoor sporting attractions. Additionally offering a space for birthday parties, conventions, trade shows and private events.

For more information, please visit Razzmatazz and Chicago Indoor Sports websites.

Family Info Session - July 31 - ReGeneration Schools CICS Basil

Jul 20, 2018

Family Info Session Tuesday, July 31st from 5-6 pm

ReGeneration Schools - CICS Basil 1816 W. Garfield Blvd.

Visit ChooseReGen.org to RSVP

The Comer Mobile Health Unit is coming to So Fresh Saturday!

Jul 20, 2018

The Comer Mobile Health Unit is coming to So Fresh Saturday this weekend.

FREE Kids Concerts with Classical Campers

Grant Park Music Festival, Jul 12, 2018

Come join the Classical Campers at Marquette Park and Hamilton Park for a fun and interactive Kids Concert featuring the Project Inclusion String Quartet from Grant Park Music Festival! Learn all about melody, harmony, and rhythm as we explore what it means to be a music composer. Then, with the help of our musicians and educators, become a composer yourself as we write a piece together on the spot!

Designed for kids aged 6-12, Classical Campers offers a memorable and accessible experience intended to spark curiosity and foster interest in classical music for future audiences. Program duration is about 45 minutes.

Englewood Summer Fest

Jul 11, 2018

Englewood Summer Fest Street Market/ Back to School event

July 28th 10am-6pm

Cubs Bat Kid Experience Marks Happy Ending After Injury

Cassie Richardson, Jun 29, 2018

South Side Mom reminds parents that not all concussions are linked to sports

Advocate Trinity Hospital Acheives Gold Status in Stroke Care

Cassie Richardson, Jun 25, 2018

American Heart Association recognizes Advocate Trinity's commitment to quality stroke care.

APPLICATION NOW OPEN TO COACH ONE MILLION DEGREES SCHOLARS

Erin Barrett, Jun 21, 2018

Local, homegrown nonprofit recruiting 650 professionals to mentor community college scholars

Secure an Ad for the Midnight Circus!

Jun 21, 2018

Are you a business owner, offer a service, have an event coming up or simply want to advertise your organization? Well here is an opportunity to support the Hamilton Park Advisory Council fundraising efforts by securing an ad in the Program Book! Over 15,000 people will see YOUR ad and a portion of these funds will support our PAC efforts! You can access the link to secure an ad, banner, or both here - https://www.eventsprout.com/event/2018-ad-book-sales#!

Englewood Community Health Fair

Jun 18, 2018

COME OUT! On July 14th we are hosting our yearly Englewood Community Health Fair. There will be health screenings, entertainment, raffles and games. See flyer for info.

ComEd Honors Seven Local Diverse Suppliers at Annual Awards Celebration

Jun 13, 2018

CHICAGO (June 13, 2018) – Seven local companies owned and led by people of color and women were recognized for excellence in construction and professional services, environmental stewardship, community building, job creation, and more at ComEd’s third-annual Diverse Supplier Awards ceremony on Monday.

In 2017, ComEd spent $711 million – 36 percent of its total supply chain spend – with diversity-certified suppliers, an increase from 33 percent of total supply chain expenditures in 2016. It established 111 new diversity-certified supplier relationships last year for a total of 478. In the past seven years, ComEd spent $3.3 billion with diversity-certified suppliers, providing new opportunities for African-American, Hispanic, Native American, veteran, and women-owned enterprises. Seventy-eight companies competed for the awards presented at the Palmer House Hilton Chicago.

“At ComEd, our commitment to diversity and inclusion extends to building strong communities,” said Terence R. Donnelly, president and COO, ComEd. “Since 2011, as a result of our smart grid investments and other initiatives to modernize our system, we have injected almost $12 billion of supply chain spend into the Illinois economy, including $3.3 billion in diverse supply chain spend. The awards recognize excellence within the growing diverse supplier community and its important role in the continued modernization of our electric system.”

Reverend Booker Steven Vance, policy director for Faith in Place, a nonprofit that promotes healthy communities through education, was the keynote speaker. He emphasized the importance of looking holistically at the transformation sparked by the modernization of the region’s energy system. “Increasing access to renewable energy sources and creating clean energy jobs is one of the greatest opportunities of our time,” said Reverend Vance. “ComEd’s growing partnerships with diverse suppliers will ensure that communities throughout the region will benefit.”

The 2018 ComEd Supplier Diversity Award Recognitions:

Overall Performance for Construction and Material Services:
- Recognized: United Scrap Metal, Inc., Cicero, Ill., innovative recycling solutions.

Overall Performance for Professional Services:
Recognized: KDM Engineering, Chicago, engineering and telecommunications consulting.

Rising Star Award:
- Recognized: Livewire Electrical Systems, Inc., Calumet Park, Ill., electrical contracting, safety inspections and construction.

Go Green Energy Sustainability Award:
- Recognized: Zones, Inc., Carol Stream, Ill., IT hardware, software, and related services.

Diversity Advocacy Award:
- Recognized: Meade, Inc., La Grange, Ill., design, construction, and maintenance of electrical power and natural gas distribution systems, and telecommunications technologies.

Community Partnership Award:
- Recognized: MZI Group, Inc., Chicago, electrical and mechanical construction, energy infrastructure, design build, and facility services.

Transformation Award:

Recognized: The Will Group, Chicago, lighting fixtures assembly and testing, system assessment, and pole manufacturing.

ComEd’s program to build a smart grid for northern Illinois and Chicago accounts for more than half of the supply chain investments since 2011. The bulk of the grid modernization work has been completed, and the company will install the last of more than 4 million smart meters this year, three years ahead of schedule. Digital upgrades to ComEd substations will continue through 2021 when the smart grid program will be completed.

The stronger, more flexible smart grid supports the expansion of renewable energy sources enabled by the Future Energy Jobs Act, or FEJA, passed in 2016. FEJA also nearly doubles investments to help ComEd customers save money and energy and provides funds for workforce training programs, including solar installation, multicultural jobs programs, and craft apprenticeships delivered by the IBEW.

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Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation (NYSE: EXC), the nation’s leading competitive energy provider, with approximately 10 million customers. ComEd provides service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with the company on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Can your back pain be treated at home?

Cassie Richardson, Jun 11, 2018

Before you go head over heels for this at-home remedy, see if it’s right for you.

Englewood's 2018 Large Lot Program

Jun 5, 2018

The City's $1 Large Lot program is now open to applicants. Apply by July 2, 2018.

Nonprofit Utopia Launches on Mighty Networks to Develop the Next Generation of Ethical Leaders

Valerie F. Leonard, May 31, 2018

(Chicago, Illinois, May 31, 2018) Nonprofit Utopia informally launched yesterday as a community of emerging nonprofit leaders, designed to provide a safe environment in which members can innovate, speak candidly about the issues and concerns they face on a daily basis, and share ideas and resources. Mighty Networks is a professional networking platform that provides a safe alternative to Facebook and LinkedIn groups.

Honoring Attorney Lewis Myers