This week, it was such a joy to witness Roosevelt High School students graduate!

They have shown so much resolve and resilience in the face of the pandemic- tackling virtual learning, fighting for safety in their schools, maintaining social bonds and community building spaces, and so much more. 

We are so proud of all of you, and wish everyone happiness and success on your next adventures.

🎉 Congratulations Roosevelt High School Class of 2022! 

In This Week’s Newsletter

Quick Links 

*Want more information on community opportunities and job postings? Check out our Community Bulletin!

*Block party applications are open! Read more under “Form” on the Neighborhood Services page, and apply here! 

Thank you, Anthony!

Today was our Neighborhood Services Coordinator Anthony Tamez-Pochel’s last day at our office. He has served our community for the last three years with a lot of love, and we are wishing him joy and success as the new Program and Digital Associate at Advanced Native Political Leadership, where he will be working on Native American representation in elected government positions! 

Senior Resources

Open House for Seniors, June 23rd

Neighborhood Events

1. Flavors of Albany Park Restaurant Crawl, June 22nd

2. First Annual 312 River Run, June 25th

3. Avondale Yard Sale, July 3rd

Housing Support in the Ward 

1. “We Will Chicago” Housing and Neighborhoods Community Meeting with the North River Commission: June 14th, virtually 

Health Coverage for Undocumented Immigrants Facebook Live Conversation

Check out yesterday’s Facebook Live presentation with the HANA Center and the Healthy Illinois Campaign where we discussed campaign successes in the fight to attain health coverage for undocumented immigrants in Illinois! We also talked about the application process for immigrants who want to apply.

Youth Opportunities

1. Chicago Summer Programming
*Chicago Public Schools programming found here, and you can call your local school for more information!

2. HANA Center Summer Youth Programming for Albany Park Immigrant HS Students

-Fighting Youth Shouting out for Humanity (FYSH)

–HANA Civic Leaders Fellowship: Apply by June 12th

3. Northeastern Illinois University Summer Camps, Ages 6-14 

• Kids Crafting esCAPE for Ages 8-13: June 27 – July 1
• Musical Theater esCAPE for Ages 8-14: July 11-22
• Art Smart Painting esCAPE for Ages 6-12: July 18-22
• Art Smart Crafts esCAPE for Ages 6-12: July 25-29

*If you have requests for classes or day camps please email cape@neiu.edu

4. Summer Dance Camp at Carl von Linne Elementary, June 27-July 29th

Small Business Resources

Small Business Insurance Made Easy, June 14th (English) and June 28th (Spanish) Virtually

Better Streets for Buses: Give your feedback by TONIGHT

Give your feedback on how to improve City infrastructure in our neighborhood to have the most accessible bus services available to neighbors. The deadline was extended until TONIGHT! 

Covid-19 Resources

1. You are now eligible for 8 MORE free at-home COVID rapid tests!

Residential households in the U.S. are now eligible for 8 free at-home tests on USPS.com.  
2. At-Home VaccinationsGet your whole family vaccinated at home! CDPH is offering vaccination appointments at home for up to 10 family members. Click here to set up your appointment!

3. Vaccinations

CPS Students: 

– Permanent sites
– Mobile Events
– School-Based Health Centers
–  Sign up for weekly COVID testing at CPS

33rd Ward Vaccination Events

1. Theodore Roosevelt High School

2. Swedish Hospital: Walk-In’s Welcome

* More information on City testing sites here!

Community Safety Updates

1. 17th District CAPS Meetings

The 17th District has resumed beat meetings in-person. 

Information about Beat Meetings here.

Please contact the 17th District Community Policing Office / CAPS, if there are any questions or concerns.

Email: caps.017district@chicagopolice.org

Telephone: 312-742-4588