Village Viewpoint
How is it possible the year is half over already? Time is going so fast. I’m happy it’s July because that means BAPA has accomplished a lot and our community […]
New Study Looks at Language and Identity
The Roots of Linguistic Identity team, composed of language scientists from the University of Chicago and Northwestern University, is running a study to learn about how caregivers of Black children […]
Tree Care in Hot Weather
All trees can suffer ill effects from drought and heat, though it’s not always obvious. For newly planted trees, like the many trees recently planted on neighborhood parkways by the […]
Redefining Inclusion Through Horticulture
By Sebastiana Smith Gardens throughout the Beverly/Morgan Park area are in bloom, beautifying our neighborhood and creating a haven for pollinators. There are two neighbors in particular whose gardens reflect how […]
Service to Others: A Guiding Principle at St. Barnabas School
By Tina Jenkins Bell BAPA School Liaison Each year, St. Barnabas School’s entire student body participates in a school day of service to others. “Service Day is an annual tradition […]
School Update
By Tina Jenkins Bell BAPA School Liaison Summertime is here, complete with its camps and activities primarily for kids under age 12. What about teens? Parents everywhere shudder at the […]
BAPA History: The Historic Districts
By Carol Flynn The Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) has been involved in many successful initiatives during its 75 years as a grassroots community organization. On the list of accomplishments […]
The Man Behind The Cart
By B.C. Robinson For over 40 years residents of the 19th Ward were familiar with the famous sound of the bells that belonged to Tony Del Ciello’s knife sharpening cart. […]
PAC News
Park #581 Park #581 (“The Prairie”) at 116th and Oakley had a fun-filled June with activities that included a park clean-up, Meet & Greet Picnic, and an amazing porch concert […]
Back Country Boys Take the Stage for the Next Performance in the Porch Concert Series
By Brian Marchetti Hailing from Ave Maria, Florida, the Back Country Boys will bring their rendition of classic country, rock, and originals to the BAPA Porch Concert stage on Fri., […]