Oct. SSA #25 Meeting 2025
2025-10-21 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Los Comales, 3141 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Nov. Annual SSA 25 Commission Meeting Minutes
2025-11-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 3657 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States
Restaurante Nuevo Leon
Address: 3657 W 26th St Ste 65, Chicago, IL 60623
Phone: (773) 522-1515
Nov 18, 2026
9 am to 10 am

Jan. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-01-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Little Village Chamber of Commerce Office, 3610 W. 26th Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Feb. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-02-17 09:00 - 10:00 | AHuevo, 2528 S Kedzie Ave, CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States

March SSA #25 Special Commission Meeting 2026
2026-03-04 09:00 - 10:00 | Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 3657 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Mar. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-03-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 3657 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Apr. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-04-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Los Candiles, 2624 S Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Cinco de Mayo - Taco Tuesday in Little Village
2026-05-05 | Little Village Chamber of Commerce Office, 3610 W. 26th Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States
This Taco Tuesday – Cinco de Mayo, skip the chains — experience the real flavor of Mexico in Little Village

Come celebrate where the culture lives, the food is authentic, and every dish tells a story. From family-owned taquerías to longtime neighborhood restaurants, Little Village is where Chicago comes for the real Mexican food.

Support local. Eat authentic. Celebrate community.

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your love for culture — and spend Cinco de Mayo in Little Village.

For local restaurants
https://visitlittlevillage.com/#cinco

Building a Full Business Banking Relationship with your bank
2026-05-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Little Village Chamber of Commerce Office, 3610 W. 26th Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States
Leveraging a full suite of services—including treasury management, lending, and operational accounts—to foster deeper bank-business partnerships
Who should attend:
Owners strengthening their financial foundation Entrepreneurs preparing to scale or financing Startups and side hustlers, now formal businesses Owners unsure about how to best work with banks

Promote Your Business for FREE on: VisitLittleVillage.com 
2026-05-12 09:00 - 11:30 | Food Hero, 3331 W 26th St. 2 Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States
Learn how to get your Little Village business online, attract visitors, and promote your local events—at no cost.
Who should attend:

Local Business owners
Restaurants Owners
Organizations Reps
Event organizers

What You’ll do:
Create your free business page Add photos, contact info & social media Post events on the community calendar.
Why It Matters:
Get discovered by people visiting Little Village Be part of a platform bringing customers Promote your business for FREE

Numbers in order. Business Running WITH QIPU!
2026-05-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Food Hero, 3331 W 26th St. 2 Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States
Stop falling behind on your books—learn how to manage your finances, prepare for taxes, and build a stronger, more profitable business.
Who Should Attend:

Companies preparing their financial systems
Business owners preparing for taxes
Owners learning to track income/expenses
Entrepreneurs learning to manage money

What You’ll Do:

Learn a simple framework to track money
Identify gaps in financial organization
See how a proper financial system works
Ask questions and get specific guidance

Why It Matters:

Better control over your business
Clear visibility into what is working (or not)
Increased chances of accessing capital
A stronger, more sustainable path to growth

Strategic Exit Planning for Small Business Owners
2026-05-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Food Hero, 3331 W 26th St. 2 Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States
Ensuring a Successful Transition
Key steps for a smooth and effective business exit, necessary if you are:

Selling to a Third Party.
Planning a Family Succession: Passing the business to children or family members.
Considering a Management/Employee Buyout (MBO/ESOP)
Doing an Orderly Liquidation: Closing the business and selling off assets, typically a last resort.

Agenda Overview:

Introduction to Exit Planning
Assessing Business Value and Readiness
Choosing the Right Exit Strategy
Legal, Financial, and Tax Considerations
Implementing the Exit Plan and Post-Transition Steps

Presenter: Juan Carlos Correa
LVCC – De La Mano – Business Consultant
De La Mano – Free Advisory

Know Your Rights as An Immigrant Worker
2026-05-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Second Federal A Division of Self-Help FCU, 3960 w 26th st, chicago, IL, 60623, United States
By Arise Chicago
Educational and Informational Information for Immigrant Workers and Employees
Learn about your rights as a worker and how to protect yourself on the job. In this workshop, Arise Chicago will cover key topics such as safe working conditions, protection against wage theft, and what to do if your rights are violated.
Participants will gain practical knowledge on how to identify workplace violations, document issues, and access resources and support available in our community.
Whether you’re an employee, day laborer, or part of the informal economy, this session will empower you with the information you need to advocate for yourself and others.
Join us to better understand your rights and take the first step toward safer, fairer workplaces in our community.
3960 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623
(Parking available in the West Lot, on 25th Street and Pulaski Ave.)

ALL-Useful toolsfor Digital beginners
2026-05-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Second Federal A Division of Self-Help FCU, 3960 w 26th st, chicago, IL, 60623, United States
An overview of the top digital small business tools
No tech experience required—Learn the essential toolsto manage your business, save time, and attract more customers
This beginner-friendly workshop introduces Latino small business owners to the most useful digital tools available today. We break everything down in simple terms—covering tools for managing daily operations, handling finances, promoting your business, and using AI to save time. You’ll get a clear overview of what each tool does, when to use it, and how it can help your business grow—without needing prior technology experience.
Presenter: Juan Carlos Correa LVCC – De La Mano – Business Consultant https://littlevillagechamber.org/programs/de-la-mano/

RIOT FEST Vendor Participation Workshop
2026-05-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Douglass Park Fieldhouse, 1401 S. Sacramento Dr., CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States
Artisan and not-for-profit vendors – food vendors
Not-for-profits and artisan vendor workshop will be held 11 am -12 pm. 
The food vendor workshop will be held from 12 pm – 3 pm.
Workshop Objectives

Understand participation requirements for Riot Fest 2026 and similar large-scale events
Learn key industry updates including equipment needs, food safety, staffing, and budgeting
Gain insights and best practices from Riot Fest organizers and experienced vendors
Build connections with other local businesses and community partners

May SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-05-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Los Candiles, 2624 S Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Jun. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Don Pepe, 3616 W 26th St., CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States

Jul. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-07-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Lucido’s Tacos, 4147 W 26th Street, CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States

Aug. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-08-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Antojitos Pozoleria, 2459 S. Homan Ave., CHICAGO, IL, 60623-3936, United States

Sep. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-09-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Little Village Chamber of Commerce Office, 3610 W. 26th Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Oct. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-10-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Los Comales, 3141 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States

Nov. SSA #25 Meeting 2026
2026-11-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 3657 W 26th St, Chicago, IL, 60623, United States
