alfresco
Dine out in Austin this week
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Residents are encouraged to dine out at restaurants along West Madison Street and West Chicago Avenue through Oct. 16.
charity
Free groceries 10/13
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The food will be distributed while supplies last from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Human Needs Center, 5323 W. Lake.
News
‘Telling stories that need to be told’ part of monthly reading series in Austin
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A group of West Side writers wants to create more spaces for the community to explore literary arts. Join the Front Porch Alliance Arts Center the third Sunday of each month to learn more.
Austin Coming Together
Free food and film festival
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The free event, organized by the Austin Eats collaborative, will feature food, films and a panel discussion. It will be held Friday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at By the Hand Club for Kids, 415 N. Laramie.
after school
Sign up now for After School Matters
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Chicago teens ages 14 to 18 can apply now for the fall programs that start this week. Teens will be paid for their participation.
breast cancer
Free mammograms this week
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Free 3D screening mammograms will be offered to the first 40 eligible women Oct. 5 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the River Forest Medical Campus, 420 William St, Building B. Call 708-763-7911 to request a screening.
Austin
West Side credit union likely to be a division of Great Lakes Credit Union
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A memorandum of understanding has been signed that will allow the Leaders Network to open a branch on the West Side. The faith leaders group is still seeking donations.
Community
Calling all West Side seniors
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Good Neighbor Campaign is hosting a senior dance party starting at 1 p.m. Sept. 30 at 5437 W. Division St. Bring a friend or family member.
Community
Help find youth safe spaces in Austin
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The first 40 young people ages 14 to 24 to sign up for Saturday’s event will receive a $100 stipend. Be part of a day of creative thinking and making connections – from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Austin Library branch, 5615 W. Race Ave.
A House in Austin
Donate to diaper drive
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A House in Austin provides more than 5,000 diapers each year. Contribute this week, during National Diaper Need Awareness Week. Online donations being accepted through Oct. 2.