Mi Casa, MidChix, and The Latina Chamber invite you to an evening with Helen Thorpe, author of Just Like Us: The True Story of Four Mexican Girls Coming of Age in America.

Friday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Tattered Cover Bookstore - 1628 16th Street

Just Like Us is a well-timed and powerful account of four young Mexican women coming of age in Denver—two of whom have legal documentation, two of whom who don’t — and the challenges they face as they attempt to pursue the American dream.

Wine and cheese will be served, and all proceeds from the event will support Mi Casa’s mission to advance the economic success of Latino families.

Suggested donation: $40 per person

To RSVP contact Cheryl at 303-539-5609 or cbalchunas@MiCasaResourceCenter.org

MidChix.com is a social networking community for women 40+ featuring magazine–style content, a variety of flocks, member recommendations, as well as information on organizations that serve the greater good. www.MidChix.com

The mission of the Latina Chamber is to promote and advance the personal, professional, and business interests of Latinas, their families, and their communities. We believe in giving back to community and helping our people find their way in life. www.LatinaChamber.org

Bid for the Chance to Be Anything!

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a zookeeper? How about an Olympic swim coach? A pastry chef? A crime reporter?

Well, now’s your chance to experience these dream jobs! Mi Casa’s Be Anything Luncheon on May 21 will include a unique silent auction featuring opportunities to hang out with fascinating professionals and “be anything” for the day!

Mi Casa's 2nd Annual BE ANYTHING Luncheon & Silent Auction
Friday, May 21 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Denver Athletic Club

Tickets are $50 each and selling out fast! Call or e-mail Cheryl 303-539-5609 or cbalchunas@MiCasaResourceCenter.org.

2010 Dream Jobs Up for Bid

Be an Olympic Swim Coach: spend the day with the head coach of the U.S. Swim Team and rub elbows with heroes from the 2008 Beijing games.

Be a Zookeeper: shadow a zookeeper at the Denver Zoo and learn about caring for the animals and the ins and outs of running a popular urban zoo.

Be a Race Car Driver: learn racing techniques while driving a real Porsche race car on a track outside Denver.

Be a TV Reporter: hang out with The Denver Channel’s weekend anchor/reporter Ana Cabrera and experience the newsroom, filming studio and even the chance to report on breaking news.

Be a Radio DJ: sit in the booth with DJ Mikey in the mornings from Alice 105.9 FM and participate in the live morning show!

Be a Denver Post Crime Reporter: shadow beat reporter Felisa Cardona and experience what its like to go to court, conduct an interview and produce a story on deadline.

Be a Pastry Chef: spend the day surrounded by sweet smells at Azucar Bakery and learn to make a wedding cake from start to finish, including decoration!

Be a Raging Rapids Fan: this is the perfect package for a soccer player! With the chance to take the field immediately before kick-off and get a jersey signed by the entire team, this is an experience your kiddo won’t soon forget.

Be a Queen and Princess: perfect for mother-daughter, this package includes hair styling and makeovers for two at Planet Labs Salon in Cherry Creek North.

Be a Roaring Rockies Fan: with four tickets (great seats!) to the home game of your choice and a signed piece of Rockies memorabilia, this is a great package for the boy (or girl) of summer in your life.