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Welcome to Brainerd's Neighborhood  You have found your way to a most unique place. There are so many wonderful activities there that you may have  hard time trying to choose. From GED training to Chess, there's something for everyone! There is one more fantastic secret... All classes are FREE. Come in, check it, see where you fit in.

BRAINERD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, DISTRICT 27 The Biggest Secret on the South Side of Chicago. We are located at 1234 W. 95th Street. On the corner of 95th and Elizabeth Streets. The Brainerd Community Development Corporation was established in 1990 in the Brainerd Community on the South Side of Chicago. This community is bordered by 87th Street to the north, 95th Street to the south, Vincennes Avenue to the east and Ashland Avenue to the west. The goal of the BCDC is to bridge the economical, technical, and social gap in this part of the city. There is a large variety of classes offered to seniors, teens, young children, and everyone in-between who has the time, energy, and desire to learn something new. Some of the classes that are offered include: Proposal Writing, Computer Literacy, Adult Literacy, GED Preparation, etc. See our schedule of classes for complete listings. All of the classes offered at the BCDC are FREE!. You must call to register for all classes. There are other activities at the BCDC besides educational classes. There are special events held throughout the year that are of special interest to all. Don't hesitate, make a date, come on out and see how we can help each other.

May is the month of celebrations. There is the celebration of Mothers, even if your mother is no longer with us, I'm sure there is a mentor in your life who qualifies as another mother, Grandmother, aunt or another wise woman in your life. Honor her and let her know just how special she is to you!  Then there is the celebration of college graduations. They usually take place in May and many young people and some mature people come out with degrees in hand, excitement on their faces, and determination in their hearts. Though the economy is not looking its best now, it's not going to stay this way forever, so preparation before the sunshine, makes for a ready worker when the sun comes out.  A third celebration that takes place in the month of May, of course, is Memorial Day. It is not only a day to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our safety and our comfort, but also a time reach out to the families who have lost their loved ones for that very purpose. It would be a great act of compassion if we each reached out to one person whom we know has lost a loved one in any war or conflict that the United States has been a part of. A fourth reason to celebrate in May is the official start of the summer grilling season! We look forward to that time of year when families get together to spend time with each other. Let us make a conscious effort to curb the crime, the killings, and the shootings this summer. Let us learn other ways to resolve our differences. A lot of time we turn to violence because we lack problem solving skills, and with that, we lose self esteem and we turn to the vicious cycle that we are in. Come to a place where many things are taught, self-esteem is raised, and a positive forward goal is set. It is up to you. The tools are there, the teachers are prepared and ready, all we need is YOU!!! Come out, all classes are free and waiting for you to join us!

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