Calendar of Events
March 2010
US Census Jobs
Monday 01/22/10 - 03/28/10
2010 Census Employment Opportunities
The Census Bureau will hire thousands of people to conduct the 2010 Census. The Chicago Region has opened 11 temporary Early Local Census Offices (ELCOs) in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Hiring has begun for these offices. An additional 25 temporary Local Census Offices (LCOs) will open in late 2009 with peak hiring taking place in the spring of 2010.
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Support the Crisis Nursery Coalition of Illinois
Monday 02/22/10 - 04/15/10
When filing your 2009 Illinois State taxes, you can support the Crisis Nursery Coalition of Illinois, which includes the Maryville Crisis Nursery, via the Tax Check Off Program, Schedule G, Line J. Maryville Crisis Nursery is located in the 38th Ward at 4015 N. Oak Park Ave. Bldg. B. Their phone number is(773) 205-3600.
For more information about this tax check off program, click on the "Area News" section in the right hand column or visit their website at
Maryville Crisis Nursery
Baby Talk Classes
Wednesday 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Parents and children 6 and under welcome:
Come PLAY, SHARE, have QUESTIONS ANSWERED &
STAY FOR DINNER! Topic for the month is "Let's Go!! Getting Out the Door" 5:00-6:00pm, dinner from 6:00-6:30pm. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Questions call 773-205-3600
Maryville Crisis Nursery
4015 N. Oak Park Ave., Building B
24 hour helpline:773-205-3637
Making the House you Have the Home you Want (and how to pay for it)
Thursday 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM
This month's seminar focuses on room remodeling, kitchen and bath renovations, attics, pattern drawings and more! Architect Julia Liska will answer the audience's renovation questions. A representative from the City of Chicago's Department of Community Development will discuss how TaxSmart Rehab loans can help make a planned project a reality.
West Belmont Branch Library
3104 N. Narragansett Ave.
To RSVP for a seminar, please email reservation@chicagobungalow.org or call Joanna at 312-822-0505.
Historic Chicago Bungalow Association
Tax Assistance Program
Saturday 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free Tax Prepratation assistance to families earning less than $50,000 and individuals earning less than $25,000.
-Bring all 2009 W-2 and 1099 Forms
-Social Security cards for all household members
-Amount of "Economic Recovery Payment" received
-Copy of recent property tax bill
-Copy of 2008 Tax return
-Photo ID
Wilbur Wright college
4300 N. Narragansett
Also open 3/27/10, & 4/10/10.
Spring Story Time
Tuesday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Toddler Story Time
Tuesdays, March 23-April 27, 2010
Ages 18 months-3 years
Austin Irving Branch Library
6100 W. Irving Park Rd.
312-744-6222
Spring Story Time
Wednesday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Preschool Story Time
1:30-2:30pm
Ages 3-5 years
Austin-Irving Branch Library
6100 W. Irving Park Road
312-744-6222
Burglary Prevention Workshop
Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
What can you do as an apartment renter or homeowner to prevent burglars from being successful in their attacks on your property? You are the most important person in deterring property crime. Join us for an informative workshop that will demonstrate how you can help protect your home and vehicle.
25th Police District Auditorium
5555 W Grand (at Central)
For more information call the 25th District Community Policing Office at 312-746-5090
Organic Gardening Workshop: Landscaping with Native Plants
Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In this class, Becky Schillo of the Chicago Park District, will discuss practical design and planting techniques for introducing natives into the home landscape. Topics will include site considerations for native landscaping, appropriate plant selection, basics of maintaining native landscapes and where to find native plants in the chicago area.
Ages 18 & over
Cost: $20
Kilbourn Park & Organic Greenhouse
3501 N. Kilbourn
773-685-3351
Friends of the Park Indoor Winter's Market
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Vendors will be selling a wide array of farm products-beef, pork, poultry, eggs, fresh produce, salsas, sauces, preserves, honey, olives, humus, fruit tarts and pastries and much, much more. Musical entertainment is also available which is being sponsored by Portage Park Animal Hospital.
Portage Park Fieldhouse
Berteau and Central
For more information
Earth Hour
Saturday 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
On Earth Hour hundreds of millions of people around the world will come together to call for action on climate change by doing something quite simple-turning off their lights for one hour. The movement symbolizes that by working together, each of us can make a positive impact in this fight, protecting our future and that of future generations. To learn more about it, visit the Earth Hour website.
Earth Hour
Great Women of History: Jacqueline Kennedy
Monday 6:30 PM
It is January 1964, and Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy has a dilemma. Besieged by crowds of sightseers and tourist buses come to gawk at the former First Lady and widow, she must decide how to live a new life on her own.
With experience as an actor, historian and teacher, Leslie Goddard brings a unique perspective to her historical events. She has presented numerous lectures and workshops for museums, community centers and libraries.
Austin-Irving Branch Library
6100 W. Irving Park road
312-744-6222
Friends of Portage Park Meeting
Monday 7:30 PM
Learn about the Farmers' Market, Earth Day and Summer Music Fest. Anyone from the community who is interested in volunteering is encouraged to attend the meeting. The Friends of Portage Park meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month.
Portage Park Senior Center
Located on Berteau between Central & Long, just south of the parking lot.
For more information email: portageparkplayground@gmail.com
call 773-427-8545 or
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April 2010
Easter Egg-Stravaganza
Saturday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Montrose Baptist Church is hosting its 2nd Annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 3 from 8:30am-Noon. All are welcome to join the fun, which includes four age graded Easter egg hunts, visits by the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, door prizes and more!
Montrose Baptist Church
4411 N. Melvina
773-685-8628
Free Concert in the Park with Civic Orchestra
Saturday 11:00 AM
Join us for a free concert series at North Park Village. These interative and education performances are a great way to introduce your family to the four instrument families of the orchestra. Families with children ages 5 and up are encouraged to attend.
March 13 - String Quintet
April 17 - Brass Quintet
May 15 - Percussion Ensemble
North Park Village Nature Center
5801 N. Pulaski Road