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| What's New at Chicago Lights? 2007 Annual Report Shares Stories of Changed Lives 
By fostering education and literacy, advancing health and wellness, and alleviating hunger and homelessness, Chicago Lights has made a difference on Chicago's urban landscape. We are thrilled to share with you stories and details that bring to life the ways Chicago Lights changed lives in 2007. Click Here to download a .pdf file of the Annual Report. Honor Mom this Mother's Day 
Every mother will be truly touched when you honor her with a gift to Chicago Lights. Donations of every size reflect your love and affection for Mom and benefit all programs. To announce your thoughtful gift, we'll send your mom a one-of-a-kind card (pictured right) featuring the artwork by Center for Life and Learning member John Zachari. When you make your gift online, you can include a special message, or we can send the card directly to you so that you can add your own personal touch.
For more information about honoring your mother by giving a gift to Chicago Lights, call the Developement Office at 312.274.3816. Another Perfect Gift for Mom: A Membership to the Center for Life and Learning Tell your mom you love her with a gift she can enjoy all year long! When purchased as a gift for Mother's Day, her Center for Life and Learning membership will include four extra months, making it valid May 2008 through August 2009, so she can start using it right away.
Memberships are $150 and can be purchased by calling Denise Keane at 312.981.3387 or by stopping at the CLL table during Coffee Hour at Fourth Church on May 4. You can also visit the CLL in person Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm and pay with cash, check, or credit card.
New Leadership for Summer Day Program 
The Summer Day Program, which will run June 23- August 1st, will be led by new Director: Jeff Porter. Jeff has worked extensively with Chicago Lights in the past and we are excited that he is sharing his many talents in this new capactiy. He is currently an 8th grade teacher at Manierre, one of the Chicago Public Near North Magnet Cluster Schools.
Aaron Mitchell, a long time employee of Chicago Lights, is also joining the Summer Day staff in a new capacity.
Read more about Jeff and Aaron and their new roles.... Eight Annual Festival of the Heart: 'DREAM' Presented by Chicago Lights Literacy and Arts at the Near North Magnet Cluster Schools. This year's performance -- loosely based on the musical "Fame" -- explores participants' dreams and aspirations. "The show will highlight the various talents of the kids, and the story is based on a rivalry between schools," explains Ben White, who has served as acting teacher, director, scriptwriter and 'everything-involved-with- theater' person for the last six Festivals of the Heart. read more . . . |
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Annual Fund Enables Life Changing Services 
Mark Your Calendar May 9, 2008 CLL travels to Holland, MI to one of the best small-town festivals. 8:15 a.m May 11, 2008 Mother's Day. Honor Mom by giving a gift to Chicago Lights May 14, 15 & 16, 2008 8th Annual Student Performance: DREAM |
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