Archives / April 2011

Children are and always will be the joy of our heart. Celebrate with us this free event to demonstrate your affection and appreciation for the children in our lives. We will provide a fun filled afternoon with GAMES, PRIZES, RAFFLE, FOOD, CANDY, and PIÑATAS! It has definitely been shown that children have, are, and will always be the kings/queens of any home and the joy of the entire world. Benefit from this day to indulge them, but also to demonstrate your affection and your respect the entire year.


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On April 23, 2011, the OLLIN Youth Group will be hosting the 4th annual Little Village Youth Forum “Prevent Violence, Promote Peace” at Gary Elementary School from 9:00am to 3:00pm.  The forum will explore violence through youth culture and popular education. In addition, there will be youth-led performances, workshops, and resources.   This event is meant to empower youth to prevent violence and to promote peace in Little Village. Teatro Americano Co-Artistic Director Emmanuel Gutierrez will be on a panel at the event, so make sure to check out the event! For more information...


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1. Harvard College Accepts Record Number of Latinos: According to Hispanically Speaking News, Harvard College admitted 2,158 Hispanics for the Class of 2015, comprising 12.1% of admitted students. Last year, Latinos made up 10.3% of the incoming class. It will not be until May 1st when the college will know what its exact minority representation is, that is when students will either accept or decline to attend Harvard. 2. Hispanics in Illinois Want Better Legislative Maps: Hispanic community and business leaders are suggesting ways to draw more Hispanic districts for the state legislature, according...


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Are you or someone you know interested in pursuing law? If so, make sure to apply for the Future Leaders Law Camp! Sponsored by the Hispanic National Bar Foundation, the camp is an opportunity for Latino students to get a taste for the law profession. To apply, go to http://hnbflawcampapplication.org. The applications consists of a general application form, two essays, and resume showcasing your community service involvement, leadership positions, and civic activities. Although there is no cost to participate, applicants must pay a non-refundable $50 application fee made payable to the HNBF,...


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A long-time supporter and friend of Latinos Progresando, Juan Carranza, will be showing his film in the Chicago Latino Film Festival. A film revolving around the Puerto Rican culture, Carranza wants to showcase some neglected aspects of the islands culture. "We are bringing to light that Puerto Rico has an indigenous population," Carranza says, "and we are highlighting the customs and traditions of Tainos." As the oldest and most comprehensive Latino film festival in the country, the Chicago Latino Film Festival presents over 100 films in an array of genres seeking to reflect the diversity...


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