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  • Friday, April 24, 2026 
  •  | 1065 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL

After School Matters Sneaker Ball

It's our 35th Anniversary! Help us break in our newest Teen Center at this year’s annual Sneaker Ball Fundraiser. Hosted...
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  • Friday, January 30 
  •  | ASM @ Orleans | 1065 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610

After School Matters at Orleans Teen Center Community Open House

Join us for an informal drop-in event where you can explore the space, learn about upcoming programs, and get support...
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This Is What Matters: Mentorship Inspiring Future Artists 

As After School Matters celebrates 35 years of supporting Chicago teens, this Mentoring Month, we want to recognize instructor Alva...
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After School Matters Fall Session Wrap-Up: Teen Creativity on Full Display Across Chicago 

We wrapped up the Fall Session with a series of vibrant showcases across the city — a chance for teens...
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Culinary Teens Create Nutritious Dishes with Chicago Bulls Forward Julian Phillips and Team Chef Christine Blank  

Teens in After School Matters’ Cooking and Baking program at the Lutz Center and the You Got Served Culinary program...
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After School Matters University (ASMU) College Visits Empower Teens to Explore STEM Pathways 

ASMU is opening doors to new opportunities for Chicago teens. This fall, more than 120 teens from programs across the...
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