Joliet Latino Economic Development Association

Joliet Latino Economic Development Association LEDA is committed to advancing the economic opportunities for Latino businesses and individuals

Tomorrow we gather to honor the families whose work, faith, traditions, businesses, and love helped shape Joliet. Tonigh...
10/11/2026

Tomorrow we gather to honor the families whose work, faith, traditions, businesses, and love helped shape Joliet. Tonight, open one photo album. Check one keepsake box. Call one parent, grandparent, aunt, or uncle. Ask: “What part of our Joliet story should never be forgotten?”

Monday • 11:30 AM-1:00 PM • Joliet Area Historical Museum
Share tonight so another family still has time to prepare.
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Mañana nos reunimos para honrar a las familias cuyo trabajo, fe, tradiciones, negocios y amor ayudaron a formar Joliet. Esta noche, abre un álbum, revisa una caja de recuerdos o llama a un familiar. Pregunta: “¿Qué parte de nuestra historia en Joliet nunca debe olvidarse?”

lunes • 11:30 AM-1:00 PM • Joliet Area Historical Museum
Comparte esta noche para que otra familia todavía tenga tiempo de prepararse.

What's better than one CEJA & Coffee event? TWO CEJA & Coffee events! We’re keeping the coffee flowing and the career op...
10/10/2026

What's better than one CEJA & Coffee event? TWO CEJA & Coffee events!
We’re keeping the coffee flowing and the career opportunities growing! Join LEDA at Krown Lux to learn more about the CEJA Workforce Program, explore career opportunities in the clean energy field, and get assistance with your application, all while enjoying coffee and pastries!

📅 Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Krown Lux, 1321 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435

This event is free and open to everyone! Bring a friend and discover new opportunities for your future.

🔗 RSVP today: https://members.aabaconnect.org/public-event-calendar

The wait is over! Calling All Catrinas y Catrines! LEDA is proud to announce our 6th Annual Día de los Mu***os Gala, an ...
10/09/2026

The wait is over! Calling All Catrinas y Catrines!
LEDA is proud to announce our 6th Annual Día de los Mu***os Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating our culture, honoring our loved ones, and recognizing the leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members who help our community thrive.

PRESALE TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! Get your tickets today and join us for a special night filled with tradition, elegance, and community spirit! Pre-sale tickets are available up until October 23rd. Dress in your best Catrín and Catrina attire and enjoy an evening featuring raffles, awards, and a celebration of the culture that brings us together.

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Jacob Henry Mansion | 15 Richards St., Joliet, IL

🎟️ Purchase Tickets: bit.ly/ddlmgala
🌐 More Information: https://www.jolietleda.org/ddlm

We can't wait to celebrate with you!
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¡La espera terminó! ¡Llamando a todas las Catrinas y Catrines!
LEDA se enorgullece de anunciar nuestra 6.ª Gala Anual del Día de los Mu***os, una noche dedicada a celebrar nuestra cultura, honrar a nuestros seres queridos y reconocer a los líderes, emprendedores y miembros de nuestra comunidad que contribuyen a su crecimiento.

¡LOS BOLETOS DE PREVENTA YA ESTÁN DISPONIBLES! Adquiera sus boletos hoy y acompáñenos en una noche especial llena de tradición, elegancia y espíritu comunitario. Boletos de preventa están disponibles hasta el 23 de octubre. Vístase con su mejor atuendo de Catrín o Catrina y disfrute de una noche con rifas, reconocimientos y una celebración de la cultura que nos une.

📅 jueves 12 de noviembre de 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Jacob Henry Mansion | 15 Richards St., Joliet, IL

🎟️ Compre sus boletos: bit.ly/ddlmgala
🌐 Más información: https://www.jolietleda.org/ddlm

¡Estamos ansiosos por celebrar con ustedes!

Lockport small business owners and entrepreneurs: your next business opportunity starts with a connection!Join us for th...
10/07/2026

Lockport small business owners and entrepreneurs: your next business opportunity starts with a connection!
Join us for the Zero Barriers to Capital Summit, where business owners and entrepreneurs can connect with organizations, explore financial resources, and learn about opportunities to support their business goals. Whether you're looking to launch, grow, or expand your business, this event is designed to help you take the next step.

📅 Wednesday, October 21st
🕕 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Villa Nova Pizza, 946 N. State St., Lockport, IL 60441

Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, discover valuable resources, and learn more about accessing the capital you need to move your business forward.

RSVP here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/LA8faUphxj

¡No pierdas la oportunidad de obtener tu Certificación ServSafe!¡Nuestro próximo curso de ServSafe está a la vuelta de l...
10/07/2026

¡No pierdas la oportunidad de obtener tu Certificación ServSafe!
¡Nuestro próximo curso de ServSafe está a la vuelta de la esquina! Aprovecha esta oportunidad para fortalecer tus conocimientos sobre seguridad alimentaria y trabajar para obtener tu certificación de Protección de Alimentos para Gerentes ServSafe.

📅 26 de octubre | 8:30 AM a 3:30 PM
📅 27 de octubre | 8:30 AM a 12:30 PM

Los espacios son limitados, así que inscríbete hoy escaneando el código QR o visitando: https://bit.ly/servsafee
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Don't Miss Your Chance to Get ServSafe Certified!
Our next ServSafe course is just around the corner! Take this opportunity to strengthen your food safety knowledge and work toward your ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification.

📅 October 26 | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
📅 October 27 | 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Spots are limited, so register today by scanning the QR code or visiting: https://bit.ly/servsafee

Do you have family ties to Joliet—even if you no longer live here? Your family’s photographs and memories are still part...
10/05/2026

Do you have family ties to Joliet—even if you no longer live here? Your family’s photographs and memories are still part of our city’s story.

We welcome families from Joliet, Chicago, Aurora, Cicero, Berwyn, the suburbs, and beyond to join us on October 12. Bring a photograph, letter, program, business memory, keepsake, or story connected to Mexican life in Joliet.

Please share this with former Joliet residents and family members who moved away.
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¿Tienes raíces familiares en Joliet aunque ya no vivas aquí? Las fotos y memorias de tu familia siguen siendo parte de la historia de nuestra ciudad.

Invitamos a familias de Joliet y de toda el área de Chicago a acompañarnos el 12 de octubre.

Comparte esto con antiguos residentes de Joliet y familiares que ahora viven en otra ciudad.

Coffee, career opportunities, and CEJA!Join us for CEJA & Coffee to learn more about the CEJA Workforce Program, explore...
10/02/2026

Coffee, career opportunities, and CEJA!

Join us for CEJA & Coffee to learn more about the CEJA Workforce Program, explore new career opportunities in the clean energy field, and get help with your application! Apply for CEJA at the event and receive a voucher for your choice of a 16 oz hot or iced drink or a croissant!

📅 Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Social Butterfly Coffee, 310 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432

RSVP today and stop by to learn how CEJA can help you take the next step in your career.

🔗 https://bit.ly/cejacoffee26

09/29/2026

A night to honor, remember, and celebrate.
Join us for LEDA’s Día de los Mu***os Gala, an evening dedicated to honoring our traditions, remembering those who came before us, and celebrating the culture that brings us together.

Save the Date
📅 November 12, 2026
📍 Jacob Henry Mansion, 15 Richards St., Joliet, IL 60433 | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

More details coming soon.
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Una noche para honrar, recordar y celebrar.
Acompáñenos en la Gala del Día de los Mu***os de LEDA, una noche dedicada a honrar nuestras tradiciones, recordar a quienes nos precedieron y celebrar la cultura que nos une.

Reserva la fecha
📅 12 de noviembre de 2026
📍 Jacob Henry Mansion, 15 Richards St., Joliet, IL 60433 | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Próximamente compartiremos más detalles.

Joliet’s Mexican history lives in our homes—in old photographs, letters, church programs, business memories, celebration...
09/22/2026

Joliet’s Mexican history lives in our homes—in old photographs, letters, church programs, business memories, celebrations, and the stories our families continue to tell.

On Monday, October 12, we invite families to bring a piece of their history to the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Together, we can help make sure these memories are seen, valued, and preserved for the next generation.
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La historia mexicana de Joliet vive en nuestros hogares—en fotos antiguas, cartas, programas de iglesia, recuerdos de negocios, celebraciones y las historias que nuestras familias siguen contando.

El lunes 12 de octubre, invitamos a las familias a traer una parte de su historia al Joliet Area Historical Museum. Juntos podemos ayudar a que estas memorias sean vistas, valoradas y preservadas para la próxima generación.

Monday, October 12 • 11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Joliet Area Historical Museum Collins St Neighborhood Council

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310 N Ottawa
Joliet, IL
60432

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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