An Evening of Hope 2009

Saturday, September 26, 2009, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

San Jose Obrero Mission

Address: 1852 West 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Come together with the SJOM team and fellow supporters for "An Evening of Hope" at the National Museum of Mexican Art at 1852 West 19th Street in Pilsen.

Enjoy a delicious Mexican buffet dinner, live music preformed by Everardo y su Flota Musical, and participate in our silent auction for the chance to win fantastic items!

The reception will begin at 5:00 with an opportunity for SJOM guests to have a private viewing of the musuem's Day of the Dead and other exhibits. Exhibits will be open until 7:15pm. Dinner and the short program will begin at 6:15pm.

We are excited to present the second annual Community Pioneer Award to Alderman Danny Solis at this event, to acknowledge his fine contributions to our community.

SJOM is also pleased to partner with a local youth initiative of the National Museum of Mexican Art, Yollocalli Arts Reach for "An Evening of Hope". As an arts education and career-training program for teens and young adults, we are honored to have original artwork created by Yollocalli interns as part of our event. The artists were commissioned by SJOM and Yollocalli specifically for this evening, and inspired by the men we serve, our mission and the message of hope. The pieces generously donated will be included in our silent auction.

Yollocalli's program focuses on "creating a space for youth to partner with practicing artists; access the tools necessary to realize their own vision; and build skills as emerging artists. Located in the heart of Pilsen, Yollocalli is an open forum for experimentation in art-making based on issues in art, history, and youth culture." Please visit the website to find out more about this wonderful organization, helping to make Pilsen a vibrant neighborhood!

To RSVP, become a sponsor, or donate an item to the silent auction please contact Sarah at 312.243.4347x31/ spegman@sjom.org.

Tickets: Adults - $60; Students and Seniors - $45; Walk-ins - $70.

Street parking available and parking at Orozco ELementary Fine Arts and Sciences (1940 W 18th Street).

Silent Auction Items include:

Night stay at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago

Wine tastings for up to 14 people

Original painting by Dawn DaViera

Chicago Fire jersey

and much more!

All proceeds from "An Evening of Hope" will directly benefit our efforts and help homeless men gain housing.

Thank you for your interest, we're excited to see you on September 26!

SJOM would like to give a big THANK YOU to this year's event sponsors and donors: