Community Events

The Sounds of Pilsen Can Now Be Heard Through a New Compilation

Jaime Guzman, Jan 7, 2010, make a comment

Rockotitlan, a music and arts collective that promotes cultural activities, hosted part two of their record release party for the diverse Pilsen Soundtrack 1.0 at the Old Town School of Folk Music.

Celebrating the Holidays

Heriberto Quiroz, Dec 31, 2009, make a comment

Pilsen celebrates the holidays as a strong community.

Time Of Giving

Heriberto Quiroz, Nov 30, 2009, make a comment

Local day care center El Hogar Del Nino celebrates time of giving with families during the annual Thanksgiving meal in Pilsen.

Dia de los Muertos Events Honor Loved Ones, Pilsen Style

Heriberto Quiroz & Jaime Guzman, Nov 4, 2009, make a comment

At school, at church, at parties, Pilsen’s residents celebrated Dia de los Muertos on a beautiful fall weekend.

St. Pius V Parish honors Congressman Gutierrez and other community leaders

Eric Schwister, Oct 30, 2009, make a comment

St. Pius V Parish honors Congressman Gutierrez and other community leaders.

Education Summit Teaches Families

Alma Campos, Oct 27, 2009, make a comment

At the 3rd Annual Pilsen Educational Summit, neighborhood youth and parents heard tips on achieving educational success

Dia De los Muertos

Jaime Guzman, Oct 23, 2009, make a comment

As a predominately Latino and Mexican community, Pilsen will be celebrating Dia De los Muertos this year at various locations.

Balloon Release in Support of the Dream Act

Fernando Martinez, Sep 29, 2009, make a comment

On Wednesday September 23, a Coalition of organizations from around Chicago came together in Pilsen for a National Day of support for the Dream Act.

¡Buen Provecho Pilsen! Is a Delicious Success

Kristy Menas, Sep 21, 2009, make a comment

More than 500 lucky diners had a taste of Pilsen on Mexican Independence Day at the 2nd annual Buen Provecho! Pilsen restaurant tour.

Bargain Hunting on a Sunny Sunday

Sallie Gordon, Sep 17, 2009, make a comment

From jewelry to coffee tables, shoppers found what they wanted at the first Pilsen Community Garage Sale.

5k walk in support of DREAM ACT

Jaime Guzman, Sep 2, 2009, make a comment

Dream ACTion - 5k walk in support of DREAM act

Sept. 16 Celebration: 25 Restaurants For $30

Barbara De La Casa, Aug 25, 2009, make a comment

There’s no better way to spend Mexican Independence Day than a restaurant tour in the historic Pilsen community.

Fiesta del Sol Sizzles in Pilsen

Eduardo Caballero and Omar Bautista, Aug 10, 2009, make a comment

On a very warm and bright Friday afternoon the Fiesta del Sol is bustling with visitors walking up and down a strip of Cermak Road.

Pilsen Portal Pics from NCLR

Aug 6, 2009, make a comment

We met a lot of great people at the 2009 annual conference for the National Council of La Raza here in Chicago—and we've got the photos to prove it!

Fun in the Sun at Fiesta del Sol

Pilsen Neighbors Community Council, Jul 29, 2009, make a comment

Come down to the 37th Annual Fiesta del Sol, which celebrates the culture, music, art, food and rich history of Pilsen’s Mexican-American community.

Pilsen Welcomes National Council of La Raza

Jul 24, 2009, make a comment

As the NCLR Annual Conference comes to Chicago, we invite those attending to come to Pilsen, a historic, vibrant neighborhood that is the premier center of Mexican culture in metropolitan Chicago.

Community Tours Spark Interest in Pilsen

Patrick Barry, Jul 17, 2009, make a comment

Several local organizations have recently offered tours that spotlight the history, architecture, community development, and vibrant daily life of Pilsen.

1,000 Join the Fun for Alivio y Salud Run for Health

Sarahmaria Gomez, Jun 12, 2009, make a comment

Check out a photo slideshow from May 30 event, when more than 1,000 athletes and spectators of all ages shrugged off the drizzly weather to participate in the 19th Annual Alivio Y Salud Run…

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