State Rep. Nicholas "Nick" Smith

08/14/2026

Movie Night and the Bike Ride are both canceled due to the weather.
Please stay tuned for a new September date.

08/12/2026

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve earned the title of Green Champion from Environmental Council for my commitment to environmental policies this year! 🌍✨ Voting in favor of every environmental initiative has been a great privilege and responsibility.

08/10/2026

Join 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale and community partners for a full day of fun in Pullman on Friday, August 14! 🚲🎬

Start the day with a Bike Ride/Tour at Big Marsh Bike Park & Ford Calumet Environmental Center. The tour begins at 10:00 AM, with Divvy bike checkout starting at 9:30 AM. Divvy bikes are first-come, first-served and require advance registration.

Then, bring your chair and snacks and join us that evening for Movie Night featuring Toy Story at 11111 S. Forrestville Ave. The movie begins at sunset! 🍿🎥

Please see the flyers below for full details.

07/09/2026

🚨 Career Opportunity Alert! 🚨
If you or someone you know is interested in a career with the Illinois State Police, be sure to check out the Women of ISP Career Pathway Event on Wednesday, July 29, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

This free event is open to everyone and will be held at three locations across Illinois, so you can attend the location that’s most convenient for you. It’s a great opportunity to learn about careers in law enforcement, forensics, investigations, telecommunications, and more.

Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested!

06/11/2026

Honored to attend the groundbreaking for Advocate Health Care’s new South Side hospital, the first hospital built on Chicago’s South Side in more than 100 years.

This historic $1 billion investment will expand access to quality health care and wellness services while helping address long-standing health disparities in our communities. Thank you to everyone who helped make this vision a reality.

06/02/2026

📚🎓 Scholarship Opportunity Alert! 🎓📚

The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 Scholarship Program! Since 2002, the Foundation has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships to deserving students and will provide over $150,000 in scholarships again this year.

⏰ Application deadline extended to June 12th!

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future. Apply today and share with students who may qualify!
🔗 Apply here: https://illinoislegislativeblackcaucusfoundation.formstack.com/forms/2026_copy

05/19/2026

SHREDDING IS HERE!

Join us this Thursday MAY 21ST from 10 AM - 2 PM at the Pullman Community Center at 10355 S Woodlawn Ave for:

-Document Shredding (shredding on-site)
-Electronic Recycling
-Dumpster
-Prescription Pill Disposal

*ALL SERVICES ARE DRIVE-THRU ONLY

04/28/2026

Free robotics workshop happening this Saturday 5/2
10am-12pm at the Crete Township Community Center. For more information, please see the flyer below.

04/14/2026

📢 LIHEAP is available! Need utility bill assistance, we’ve got your back!

CEDA Energy Services is here to help income eligible households in Cook County manage heating and electric costs.

🗓️ All income eligible households can apply now – August 15, 2026, or until funds are exhausted!

Visit 🌐 CEDAorg.net/Bills to apply online TODAY!
Call 📞 (800) 571- CEDA (2332) to learn more!

✅ You can also visit CEDAorg.net/Bills to download our flyer for LIHEAP! Please share it with loved ones and community members who may benefit. A simple share could connect someone to the help they need!

04/05/2026