Beverly Art Competition Exhibit ‘Christens’ Jack Simmerling Gallery at BAC

On the evening that the Beverly Art Center’s main gallery was dedicated as the Jack Simmerling Gallery, winners in the 40th annual Beverly Art Competition were announced. It was a fitting legacy for the late Jack Simmerling who, as a neighbor and artist, did so much for our community and the BAC. In celebrating the […]

We’re BAPA Members. Are You?

Eileen and Pat Kenah “We have lived in Beverly/Morgan Park for over 15 years and BAPA has always been here. BAPA hosts some great events that we look forward to attending every year — it’s great to see neighbors and friends coming together.  New events and programs offered by BAPA such as family fun nights […]

We’re BAPA Members. Are You?

Tracy and Jack Burke “For as long as we can remember, BAPA has been an integral part of this great community. Both of us grew up in Beverly/Morgan Park, in neighboring parishes. We knew that when we got married, this was the place where we wanted to raise our family too. We are grateful for […]

I’m a BAPA Member. Are You?

 Jamenda McCoy, Belle Up “If small businesses are the life’s blood of a community, organizations like BAPA are the heart. Indeed, BAPA continues to serve as the hub of our community, providing invaluable resources for residents and businesses, and working for the betterment of our neighborhood. As a Beverly/Morgan Park resident for 11 years and business […]

Grant Enables BAPA to Expand School and Safety Programs

Richard H. Driehaus to be Recognized with BAPA Community Service Award A generous matching grant from the Richard H. Driehaus Charitable Lead Trust and an equally generous response from our community will enable BAPA to expand on its back-to-basics work in the community. In January, BAPA will add a staff member dedicated to working with […]

CAPS Snowman’s Ball Helps Families in Need

By Kristin Boza In the spirit of the season, Chicago Police Department Officer Carressa Northcross is leading the charge to organize the Snowman’s Ball, benefitting local families in each of the 22nd District’s beats. The Snowman’s Ball will be held on Sat., Dec. 10 at 12:30 p.m. in the 22nd District’s community room. Volunteers are […]

Holiday Safety Tips

By Kristin Boza Many holiday safety tips are common sense: don’t forget to blow out your candles each night, remember to lock your car, and make sure your holiday lights don’t have any frayed cords. However, there are some things that you may not think of. Follow these tips to ensure a safe, happy holiday […]

BAPA Education Committee Sets Goals

In November, BAPA reorganized its Education Committee in an open meeting where neighborhood residents came together to share their ideas and hopes for local schools. Beverly/Morgan Park resident Heather Wills and BAPA President John Barron are co-chairs of the committee. Quality local schools are a vital part of a healthy community. In Beverly/Morgan Park, where […]

The Beverly Review: Delivering Our Community News

By Grace Kuikman Originally published as ‘The Post,” “The Beverly Review” has been covering community news since 1905. At a time newspapers are failing, Beverly/Morgan Park and Mount Greenwood are especially fortunate to have a local weekly that is committed to high quality, accurate news coverage and to the community it serves. In 1984, when […]

Neighborhood Notes

Shop Small. Give Big. When small businesses succeed, we all do!  BAPA, the Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association, 95th Street Business Association and Mount Greenwood Community and Business Association hosts Shop 19 and Earn Neighborhood Rewards, a month-long campaign through which neighbors who spend $300 at local stores through Dec. 24 and could win […]