Come for a visit.
Stay for a lifetime.
Welcome! The Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) invites you to learn more about the Beverly Hills/Morgan Park community and all we have to offer. With the help of our community partners, BAPA fosters a safe, friendly, diverse and family-oriented neighborhood. Our close-knit community has top-notch schools, growing businesses, rising home values, and plenty of fun. Whether you are a prospective resident who needs information about local shops, services and amenities, or a current neighbor or business owner looking for resources or referrals, BAPA can help.
For over 70 years the Beverly Area Planning Association has been making sure that when people hear “Beverly/Morgan Park,” they think of beautiful homes and community spirit. BAPA’s small staff makes a powerful difference in how much we love where we live.
Cookie Crawl
BAPA’s 4th Annual Cookie Crawl!
We are excited to once again have this fun day for our neighborhood!
Pick up your BAPA cookie tin and then make your way down Western Avenue, visiting participating local businesses and picking up a cookie at each stop.
Special thanks to our presenting sponsors, County Fair Foods and Desmond & Ahern.
Community Calendar
Beverly Area Planning Association is making collecting cookies especially fun at the 4th Annual Holiday Cookie Crawl on Saturday, December 14th, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Families are invited to purchase a tin then visit participating businesses along Western Avenue to do some shopping and pick up a cookie at each stop. Your journey starts at Beverly Arts Center where you will pick up your tin and your first set of cookies. The remaining stops will be released on the day of the event with our map.
Cookie tins will be available for pick-up on December 14th at Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tins must be purchased in advance online for $25 each; online sales open at 12 p.m., Friday, November 22nd, and a maximum order is two tins. The quantity is limited.
We are . . .
Unique Local Shops
Live
There’s a reason why so many who grew up in the area come back to raise their families here. Beverly Hills/Morgan Park is one of Chicago’s safest neighborhoods, with strong schools, active church communities, and charming shopping corridors.
Shop
The new BAPA Card makes it easy and fun to support local businesses, while enjoying members-only discounts on their products and services. It’s a win-win!
Play
There’s something fun to do or explore within walking distance of just about every house in Beverly Hills/Morgan Park. We have indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities galore, plus plenty of options to relax after hours.
Dine
Whatever you have a taste for, there’s something to satisfy it in Beverly Hills/Morgan Park. Enjoy homemade Italian cuisine, barbecue, deep dish pizza, and more in our charming business corridors.
We are . . .
Involved Neighbors
Love where you live
Beverly Hills/Morgan Park is the gem of Chicago’s South Side. You can’t beat our beautiful, historic homes, rich recreational and arts resources, or the hospitality of our neighbors.
BAPA is supported by membership donations from Beverly area residents and businesses, as well as grants. Learn more about how you can help BAPA continue its valuable work in our neighborhood.
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
