Chamber of Commerce to Hold Hablamos EspañolExpo March 6^th at The Centre – ALL ARE WELCOME!

 

All are welcome to the 6^th annual Hablamos EspañolExpo this Saturday, March 6^th , from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Centre (100 Symphony Way)!

 

Over the years, the expo has evolved into a bilingual event that allows Elgin Area Chamber members to market their products and services in English and Spanish.  It also provides attendees with opportunities to learn about community services and a variety of Latino cultures. 

 

Voter registration, ESL information, citizenship workshops, an “Ask a Nurse” workshop, and food samples will also be available.

 

Entertainment includes musical ensembles and dance groups from U-46,  Somos Colombia, and Corazon Boliviano USA.  A Magical Balloon Man (Rich Centeno), the EPD’s McGruff, and Ozzie the Kane County Cougar will add a fun twist to the day.

 

Voter registration and voting workshops to teach new registrants how to use the voting equipment will be coordinated by the League of Women Voters and the Kane County Clerk’s Office.  The State Treasurer’s Office will have information on “Cash Dash” and other programs.

 

One spectacular feature of the event is the art show, showcasing works influenced by many Latino cultures.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i47jJzephAI

 

U.S. Census information will also be available.

 

The U.S. Census Bureau will also have a table with information about census jobs.

 

Taking a test is part of the application process.  For English-only positions, testing will take place at 12:30 at Hemmens Auditorium on 3/6 – almost across the street from the expo. 

For bilingual (English/Spanish) positions, testing will take place in the East Conference Room of The Centre at 2:00.

 

Bring either US Passport or Drivers License AND Social Security Card to Test Site

For more details about acceptable identification, testing locations and to download a Practice Test, please visit:

 

The event averages 2,000 attendees and offers something of interest for everyone – regardless of your ethnic background.

 

Workshop Schedule

 

Citizenship Workshops: 11:30  and 1:30 – presented by Centro de Informacion

“Ask a Nurse”  1:00 – 3:00 – presented by Provena St. Joseph Hospital

Voter Registration/Voting Machine Demonstration 10:00 – 2:00 – presented by Office of Kane County Clerk and League of Women Voters

 

Entertainment Schedule

 

10:00   Fox Valley Ensemble

11:00   Oakhill Elementary School

11:45 La Rondalla

12:00   Kenyon Woods Middle School

12:15   Corazón Boliviano USA

1:00  Somos Colombia

1:30  Streamwood High School

2:00  Elgin High School

 

Thanks to our Sponsors:

 

*  NivelColosal  *

City of Elgin

Reflejos

Sherman Hospital

 

*  Nivel Grande  *

American Family Insurance – Javier Montoya Agency

 

*  Nivel Amigos  *

AT&T

Office Depot

 

*  El donante de los bolsas (Bag Sponsor)  *

State Farm – Michelle Twitchell and U.S. Census Committee

 

For more information, visit www.elginchamber.com or call 847-741-5660.

 

Jeanette P. Mihalec

Vice President - Membership

Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce

(847) 809-8911 cell

(847) 741-5660 office

(847) 741-5677 fax

31 S. Grove Avenue

Elgin, IL  60120

 

Visit www.elginchamber.com to see how over 700 local businesses are benefiting from being part of the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce!

 

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