Village Viewpoint – December 2017
Dear Neighbors, We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your friends and family. As a community we certainly have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season! BAPA staff, board and major donors enjoyed a very special evening at our annual donor recognition event, honoring Pat and Lorraine Stanton for their commitment to the […]
Special Olympics Chicago to Lead 2018 South Side Irish Parade
Special Olympics Chicago to Lead 2018 South Side Irish Parade Special Olympics Chicago will celebrate its 50th year of offering athletic training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Amyloidosis Support Groups and the Martin McGarry Family are the 2018 Parade Honoree. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to the support, education and empowerment […]
Finding Holiday Joy When Grieving
By Aida Pigott and Lisa Catania For many people, the holiday season is one of the most intimate times to look forward to sharing with our beloveds, fortified by years of tradition. It is a life-shattering experience when someone you love and cherish dies. The rituals of the holidays can put an emphasis on your […]
We’re BAPA Members. Are You?
Joan Each Rowan Everything’s Relative, 10548 S. Western “I support BAPA because BAPA and the neighborhood support me. BAPA keeps the community informed and encourages the residents and businesses to come together at all levels. BAPA provides owners with resources and information and spotlights businesses to help them thrive. I have been a business owner […]
Neighborhood Notes – December 2017
Safety Committee. Are you interested in committing some of your time and talent to community safety? BAPA invites area residents to volunteer for our Safety Committee. For information, contact Margot Holland, mholland@bapa.org. Businesses Needed as UPS Access Points. Holiday shopping has begun, and area residents who make online purchases are interested in using local UPS Access […]
Capsule Chicago: Fashion Forward Clothing and Accessories
By Kristin Boza Capsule Chicago, a women’s clothing and accessories boutique, opened earlier this fall at 9915 S. Walden Pkwy. The boutique is the culmination of years of planning by local resident Maura Conine. The store offers something for everyone, a major goal of Conine’s. “There’s something for every new college graduate, but also something […]
Beverly Art Competition Exhibit Continues Through Jan. 7
The 41st annual Beverly Arts Center Art Competition Exhibition opened Sat., Nov. 11 with a reception and awards presentation in the Jack Simmerling Gallery at the Center, 2407 W. 111th St. Ashley Gardner was awarded the Beverly Bank Best of Show Award for her work “Family Portrait.” The Alice & Arthur Baer Award went to […]
Scientist Wins Award for Work On Particle Accelerators
By Howard Ludwig Dr. Sandra Biedron will soon have an award recognizing her work in the field of particle accelerator science for her mantel in Beverly/Morgan Park. Biedron won the prestigious Particle Accelerator Science and Technology Award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). It will be presented in May 2018 at a […]
Climbing Mountains for Kids in Foster Care
By Kristin Boza Terry Herr is turning a personal goal into a charitable endeavor. An accomplished hiker and climber, Herr decided to check off an item on his bucket list, all while raising money to support children in foster care through the Children’s Home and Aid Society of Illinois. In May, Herr will climb to […]
Home Cooking with the BAPA Staff
By Kristin Boza Party season has arrived! Whether you’re the host or the guest, these recipes are sure to satisfy every craving. Grab your butter, sugar and cheese and get ready to feast on these favorite recipes from the BAPA staff. Creamy Appetizer or Hostess Gift Grace Kuikman, Assistant Director, Coordinator of Communications, Villager Editor […]