Read below for information on CHICO updates, volunteer opportunities, community resources, and upcoming community events. |
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION EVENT FEEDBACK |
Thank you again to everyone who attended and supported CHICO's 2nd annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration!
We would love to hear your feedback to keep improving each year.
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CHICO is excited to announce the appointment of three new board members: Maria Hernandez, Alicia Marin, and Lulu Valencia! |
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Want to rep CHICO? Fill out this t-shirt order request form. Once received, one of our members will contact you to go over pick-up or delivery details.
T-shirts are $12 and available in sizes small, medium, large, XL, and 2XL.
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUB TRUNK OR TREAT |
The Boys & Girls Club is searching for volunteers to pack their parking lot and decorate their cars for the annual Trunk or Treat on Monday, October 31st! Candy will be provided.
This event's purpose is to provide the youth of our community with a safe, well-lit environment to collect candy.
Volunteers should arrive around 4:30 pm for set up and the event is open to the public from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at 859 N Jasper St.
If you or your organization are interested in being a part of this event, fill out this form.
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If you would like to assist with creating the card design, please contact Isaac Zuniga at 217-433-1257.
Completed cards must be returned by November 17th and will be displayed downtown at Preston Jackson Park from November 21st to December 30th. The community will be invited to vote for their favorite card design and prize money will be awarded to the top three designs.
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CHRISTMAS CARE AND SHARE PROGRAM |
DOVE is looking for bilingual volunteers to assist families to pick up their toys at their annual Christmas Care and Share event on December 16th at 8:30 am.
For more information, please contact Ruth Dendariarena at 217-979-5756.
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ARTS AND FILM IN LATIN AMERICA COURSE |
Luis Peralta will be teaching a non-credit course this fall at Millikin University that covers the most important and outstanding aspects of the fine arts in Latin America.
The course is taught on Wednesday nights from 6:00 to 8:00 pm beginning October 19th until November 30th.
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THE SALVATION ARMY OF DECATUR EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
If you are at risk of eviction or homelessness and need help paying rent, contact the Salvation Army of Decatur for more information on how you can apply for rent assistance.
Applications are due on December 31st.
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ADULT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM |
The Community Foundation of Macon County's Adult Scholarship Program provides support to adults and nontraditional students for two and four-year degrees or master's degrees at Richland Community College, Millikin University, or any other regionally accredited CHEA college/university nationwide in person or online. Students in Macon County union apprenticeship programs are also eligible.
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DECATUR REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS BREAKFAST |
Join the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, October 12th at 7:30 am for a special Business Breakfast focused on education in our community.
Featured panelists represent Decatur Public Schools, Millikin University, and Richland Community College.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MARCH / RALLY |
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CASA'S GATSBY FUNDRAISING GALA |
Mark your calendars for Macon County Court Appointed Special Advocates' (CASA) 3rd Gatsby Fundraising Gala on Saturday, October 15th at 6:00 pm at the Mt. Zion Convention Center.
All proceeds benefit CASA's vital work to advocate for the community's abused and neglected children. The evening offers an auction dinner, dancing, and more!
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Looking for an evening of unique theatrical music and dance that features a fusion of styles including tango, flamenco, Spanish classical, and Latin jazz?
On Saturday, October 15th at 7:30 pm, Tango Del Cielo will be performing at the Kirkland Fine Arts Center.
Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the ticket office at 217-424-6318.
There will also be a FREE dance masterclass at 11:00 am on October 15th on the mainstage at Kirkland.
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The City of Decatur is beginning a new Great Streets Great Neighborhoods capacity-building process to improve the safety and beautification along Jasper Street.
Come out to Johns Hill Park on Thursday, October 20th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm for a night of family-friendly activities, a live DJ, games, food trucks & more!
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On Saturday, October 22nd from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, there will be a Community Health Fair at Central Christian Church.
There will be free health screenings, dental health information, community resource tables, raffles, and giveaways.
For more information, call or text Brianna Wade at 217-492-8906.
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Join the Decatur Family YMCA on Thursday, October 27th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for a free Trunk or Treat event!
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