Many of the people who visit Beverly Hills/Morgan Park for BAPA’s special events end up becoming our new neighbors. It’s hard to resist the beauty of our historic housing, the richness of our recreational resources and arts opportunities, and the hospitality of our neighbors.
BAPA’s events would not be possible without the help of business partners. We invite you to sponsor one of our upcoming events and enjoy the many promotional benefits that BAPA sponsors receive.
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Join BAPA and help clean up a park, train station or public space near you on Chicago clean and green spring clean-up day. We have supplies including rakes and bags, plus T-shirts for every registered volunteer! Please form a team and help us make our little corner of the world cleaner and more beautiful!
Spring–Fall 2023
Beverly Hills/Morgan Park is home to many talented musicians and even more people who appreciate good music. The BAPA Porch Concert Series brings a variety of music to front porches throughout the community. The block with the most BAPA members or donors in each of BAPA’s five quadrants is selected to receive a fabulous, free outdoor party with live music.
Sunday, May 21, 2023
BAPA’s event showcases homes in the heart of the Ridge Historic District and nestled among the hills of Beverly/Morgan Park. You’ll be treated to five fabulous private homes and one local institution. Each has stunning updates for modern lifestyles that don’t sacrifice the architectural integrity of the original design.
Enjoy fun and informative experiences food and beverage tastings, demonstrations and entertainment. Plus, if you’re a BAPA member, you can enjoy savings on advance-purchase Home Tour tickets!
Monday, May 29, 2023
Some 3,000 athletes from around Chicagoland compete in BAPA’s Ridge Run, Chicago’s oldest neighborhood 10K race. Running events include: 10K run, 5K run/walk, 10K/5K Challenge, and Youth Mile. Races start and finish at Ridge Park, 9625 S. Longwood Dr.
Long recognized as one of the city’s friendliest races, with Beverly/Morgan Park neighbors lining the route, playing motivating music, cheering the runners and offering water.
Sunday, July 9, 2023
Inspired by the exceptional beauty of our community, BAPA’s Beverly/Morgan Park Garden Walk showcases exceptional private gardens and public spaces. Each garden location is distinctive for its style, variety of plantings, and unique beauty. Enjoy food and beverage tastings, demonstrations, and entertainment along the walk. You’ll also be inspired by the hard work, creative vision and delight shared by the featured gardeners.
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Take a stroll through the 99th Street and 103rd Street shopping districts to see what’s trending and who’s spending at the annual Sip & Shop. The shops always pull out the stops for a great evening! Shoppers are treated to debuts of fall clothing and jewelry lines. They’ll enjoy food and drink tastings, as well as some fun demonstrations. Attendees are also invited to the Sip & Shop after-party featuring music and beverages.
The Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) is one of Chicago’s most successful grassroots civic organizations. Since 1947, we have worked to preserve and improve the Beverly Hills/Morgan Park neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. We do that through proactive, effective programs and events that unify residents, institutions, and businesses around the common cause of nurturing Chicago’s best neighborhood.
Beverly Area Planning Association
1744 W. 99th Street
Chicago, IL 60643
773-233-3100