Monthly Archives: September 2014
Yoga Room, Mother’s Room Open at Midway International Airport
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce the official opening of two new amenities for travelers at Midway International Airport – a Yoga Room and a Mother’s… Read more
How to Support a Loved One Who’s Fighting Cancer
Shy about asking, “What’s the etiquette for supporting my loved one, friend or colleague in their battle against cancer?” many people simply avoid the question altogether – and offer nothing…. Read more
El Valor Announces Innovative Monarch Butterfly Event
During a press conference at El Valor Carlos H. Cantu Children and Family Center, El Valor, in partnership with US Forest Service International Programs, highlighted its innovative Monarch Butterfly initiative… Read more
Daring Chicagoans Rappel theWit Hotel to Fight Lung Disease
More than 50 daring participants stepped over the edge above State and Lake Streets to rappel 27 stories down theWit Hotel in Chicago last weekend. Hosted by Respiratory Health Association,… Read more
Cicero Names New Mexican Independence Day Queen
By: Ashmar Mandou Born in Mexico City, Cicero resident Dafne Villaseñor was named Cicero’s new queen of the Senorita Cicero Mexican Independence Day Pageant, an event hosted by the Cicero… Read more
Chicago Cubs Honors Roberto Clemente Family and Cast of Clemente
Prior to last Friday’s game, the Cubs kicked-off upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month with a tribute to the life of former Major Leaguer Roberto Clemente with a special on the field… Read more
90 Miles Cuban Café Expands into Lincolnwood Town Center
Chicago’s North Shore-area residents will soon experience the essence of Cuban culture and enjoy award-winning authentic Cuban cuisine when 90 Miles Cuban Café opens a third location this winter at… Read more
Circuit Court of Cook County Announces Hispanic Heritage Month Courthouse Tours
In honor of Latino Hispanic Heritage Month, the Circuit Court of Cook County will host two-days of tours of the Richard J. Daley Center Courthouse on September 29 and September… Read more
The Fall of Spain
by Daniel Nardini In 1808, Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Spain. Supposedly an ally of France, Napoleon did not trust the Spanish Crown nor did he trust the people that Spanish King… Read more
National Suicide Prevention Week
National Suicide Prevention Week for 2014 is September 8 – 14. This year’s theme is “Suicide Prevention: One World Connected.” Join Norwegian American Hospital in supporting suicide prevention; you can… Read more