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Sep 13 2024

How Chicagoans Are Celebrating Mexican Independence Day

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices How Chicagoans Are Celebrating Mexican Independence Day Some street closures and traffic disruptions are expected in parts of the city as thousands are expected to participate in the festivities. Aired: 09/12/24
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Sep 12 2024

Congratulations to Linda’s Sports Shoes for being recognized as our september – Business of the Month!

We are proud to honor their hard work and dedication to providing high quality services and products to our community for many years, as a thriving part of our 26th Street Corridor business community. - Linda’s Shoes has Women’s footwear for every occasion - Work, Play, and a Night Out - Find Discount Women’s Shoes at Linda’s Shoes - Boots, Sandals, Dress, and Casual - Looking for Women’s shoes, pumps, ...
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Aug 15 2024

Desfile por la Independencia de México en La Villita: anuncian fecha

La Cámara de Comercio de La Villita anunció que el desfile por la Independencia de México será el domingo 15 de septiembre, una tradición anual para los mexicanos de Chicago. Chicago, Illinois.- La Cámara de Comercio de La Villita anunció los planes para la celebración del Desfile de Independencia de México este 2024, que se realizará el domingo 15 de septiembre. Para este año, el desfile fue denominado “Celebrando Nuestras Tradiciones” y buscará resaltar la ...
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Aug 2 2024

Erie-La Salle Body Shop – Professional Repair Service for over 90 years

Congratulations to Erie-La Salle Body Shop for being recognized as our August Business of the Month! Erie LaSalle Body Shop is a longtime business in Little Village.With over 30 certified auto body technicians on staff 6 days a week, the family business provide super fast collision repair cycle times and lifetime warranty. Erie-La Salle Body Shop' lives by its mission to minimize the disruption in the lives clients lives due to ...
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Jul 2 2024

Grace Christian Academy – Preparing students for success in High School

Our July 2024 Business of the Month is Grace Christian Academy. Grace Christian Academy is a PreK - 8th Grade school located at  4106 W 28th St, Chicago, IL 60623 in Little Village. Grace Lutheran School was founded in 1896 in the Little Village neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago. The school initially served an Eastern European population that lived in the neighborhood. During the following decades, the demographics ...
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Jun 4 2024

La Orquidea by José Gutierrez – Business of the Month, June 2024

José Gutiérrez is a proud Chicago immigrant and owner of La Orquidea, a local event planning company with a focus on florals! José’s event planning expertise stems from his exquisite creative floral experience, which began in Michoacán, Mexico, at 15 years old. Under the watchful eye of José, weddings become fairytale memories, Quinceañera’s dreams become magical, life’s milestones become unforgettable, and private events become an avant-garde experience for their guests. ...
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Verizon to donate $70K, celebrate Latino community in Chicago

Verizon is making a commitment to local Latino-serving organizations for the support of small businesses and digital inclusion through $70,000 in new donations. On Thursday, May 9th, Verizon will mark these donations with a Connected by Culture store event, including free professional headshots to attending community members, and a fireside chat with WGN reporter and TV personality Ana Belaval. From 2-6 p.m. on Thursday, May 9th, at Verizon's Berwyn store, located ...
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May 6 2024

CBS News – Plans announced for Mexican Independence Day Parade Celebrations in Little Village

CBS News - Plans has just been announced for the Mexican Independence in Little Village. It's one of the largest celebrations of its kind in all of the Midwest. So, the parade will head down 26th street at noon on september 15h, it will preced down, and this year's theme is "Celebrando Nuestras Tradiciones", of course means: "Celebrating our Traditions". If you'd like to be in the parade or be ...
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May 6 2024

Chicago Events: 26th Street – Mexican Independence Day Parade

Overview The parade’s theme “Tu Mexico, Tu Chicago” will focus on Mexican identity and culture with an emphasis on representing each state in Mexico. Parade participants and floats will represent the different states in Mexico, showcasing the many Mexican traditions and culture that reside not just in Little Village but all over the city of Chicago and beyond. “We are looking forward to celebrating such an important event with the ...
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May 2 2024

Congratulations to our LVCC May 2024 – Business of the Month, Capelli Academy of Cosmetology!

Capelli has been an LVCC member since 2017 and is empowering dreams in the heart of Little Village! As a beauty school owner, Aurora found her passion for changing lives and fostering opportunities, especially for those looking for new paths. That’s why after years of being in the industry, Aurora opened her own beauty school in Little Village, Capelli Academy of Cosmetology. Today Capelli provides professional education to Spanish speakers ...
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