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The Chicago Park District is hiring Chicago residents 16 years and older to work as lifeguards, rec leaders and more. The 15th Police District, 5701 W. Madison St., will host the event from 5 to 7 p.m. March 3.
The first Columbus Park event of the ‘Go Run series will be held at 9 a.m. March 5. Participants may choose from either a 1 mile or 3.1 mile course. The series is organized by the Chicago Park District and the Chicago Area Runners Association. Register this week, before the event.
Registration ends Feb. 28 to receive the meal kits, which will be distributed every week in March. Families will be able to pick up the kits at one of six YMCA locations or have the kits delivered to their home.
Local elected officials and the Chicago Department of Transportation will hold a virtual meeting March 1 to discuss next steps with the project to improve Chicago Avenue from Austin Boulevard to Cicero Avenue.
There are nearly 8,000 slots available in more than 400 remote and in-person programs. The 11-week spring session begins this week. Most programs will continue to take place remotely, but a variety of safe, in-person opportunities for teens will be offered in some locations and in partnership with community-based organizations.
Attend this Black history stay-in-school jam Feb. 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the 15th Police District, 5701 W. Madison St. There will be giveaways, snacks, music, guest speakers and more.
There are several locations on the West Side providing COVID-19 shots and boosters at no cost.
The screenings are available through the end of March for individuals who are uninsured or underinsured. The screenings will look for a number of conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, uveitis and dry eye.
Stop by 5713 N. Chicago Ave. Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be fresh produce, meat, baked goods and more.
YourPassion1st invites all youth and young adults to join a virtual mental health discussion Monday night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There will be prizes for the best questions and comments. A follow-up in-person event will be held Feb. 12.