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Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

21 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Hot Dog Fest, Porchfest, Do Division And More

There's also an LGBTQ+ writers tour, a Taylor Swift-themed brunch and a laundromat pop-up.

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57th Street Art Fair Brings More Than 150 Artists To Hyde Park This Weekend

"There are a few shows in the country that, from the moment you pull up to set up at 5 a.m., you know you’re about to have an elevated experience," photographer Mark Hersch said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
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Your Guide To LGBTQ+ Family Resources: Foster Programs, Health Centers, Parent Groups, Legal Aid And More

Here's a roundup of nearly 50 resources for LGBTQ+ families in Chicago, from housing support and health care services to social justice and skateboarding groups.

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31 Pride Month Parties In Chicago: Gay Prom, Back Lot Bash, Rooftop Parties, Speed Dating And More

Here's a roundup of parties happening all month long — and into July.

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Black-Owned Turner Haus Brewery’s Taproom Set To Open At Bronzeville’s Sip And Savor This Year

Co-founder Blair Aikens won the Diversity in Brewing scholarship from the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, which she'll use for a course on brewing technology.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Huge Community Garage Sale In Jackson Park Highlands Returns Saturday

Nearly three dozen households in the South Shore landmark district will sell vintage and secondhand items along with lemonade, barbecue, baked goods and more.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

In ‘This Is Life,’ A Hyde Park Publisher Rediscovers Stories By South Side Writer Frank London Brown

"This Is Life" will feature 133 flash fiction pieces written by Frank London Brown, a beloved writer, activist and musician who died in 1962.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

CPS Faces Dwindling Enrollment, Empty Buildings, Soaring Deficits Decade After Mass Closure Of Schools

Top public officials are vowing improvements as the district marks the 10th anniversary of its decision to close 49 schools.

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You Can Celebrate Promontory Point’s 86th Birthday, New Landmark Status At Saturday’s Point Day

A stone-carving workshop, a synchronized swimming performance, a temporary community mural, free cupcakes and more are on the agenda for the event.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Violence Prevention Efforts Get $2.5 Million Ahead Of Memorial Day Weekend, Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces

The $2.5 million in private grants will help hundreds of local groups host "fun, safe" programs for young people this summer across the South and West sides, Johnson said.

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28 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Mole De Mayo, Memorial Day Parade, Randolph Street Market And More

You can also check out the Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, a South Side chili cook-off, Mayfestiversary and a Star Wars burlesque comedy show.

Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards

$48.4 Million Woodlawn Affordable Housing Development Should Have ‘Space For Community,’ Neighbors Say

The Woodlawn Social project was selected this month as the winning proposal to redevelop land on East 63rd Street, bringing 60 affordable apartments and 10 townhomes to the area.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Washington Park Save A Lot Closed Indefinitely After Multiple Break-Ins This Weekend, Co-Owner Says

Co-owner Michael Nance did not commit to reopening the Washington Park store. Customers are being directed to a new Englewood Save A Lot that's drawn pushback from neighbors.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Sneakerville 88 Opens A Second Location Friday, Bringing Collectible Sneakers To Hyde Park

Though online resellers have had a major impact on the resale industry, Sneakerville 88 will offer an alternative for those who "still like to come in, touch and feel the sneakers," owner James Denman Jr. said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Shop The Fashionable Estate Of South Side Socialite Grace Jones This Weekend

Jones — a corporate trailblazer and fashion maven of no relation to the model and musician — amassed an extensive collection of designer clothes and furniture that will be sold from her Kenwood condo.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

29 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: A Vintage Market, Pilsen Cantina Crawl, Taylor Swift Dance Party And More

There's also an interactive Taiwanese music concert, a Ravenswood garage sale, a non-alcoholic social and a bike ride celebrating the city's youth.

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Hyde Park’s Business Leaders Push To Extend Special Taxing District For 10 Years

The tax district collected nearly $300,000 for 2023, which is used for economic development, improving public safety and beautifying spaces along Hyde Park's business corridors.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Hyde Park Teens Can Apply For A Paid Summer Workshop To Create A Walking Tour Of Their Neighborhood

Young people who live or attend school in Hyde Park can apply through May 26. They'll get paid $1,500 and will own the final project to include in portfolios.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

No Wonder So Many Alderpeople Get In Trouble: There Is No Training Manual For Newly Elected Folks

City Council still doesn’t have a formal onboarding and transition process for new alderpeople. Different groups have tried to fill the gap — and compete for influence.

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South Shore Neighbors Sue To Stop City From Opening Temporary Migrant Shelter At Old High School

Residents have shouted down plans for the school, blasted the city for its poor communication around a growing "humanitarian crisis" and said leaders systemically ignore neighbors' needs in the mostly Black community.

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