Neighbors Helping Neighbors – Update
As we all keep our social distance it’s more important than ever that we are a community of neighbors helping neighbors: check on one another, follow the common-sense rules for keeping yourself and others safe, and remember to support local businesses. Thank you to all medical people, first responders and others who are staying on […]
Business Spotlight: Lett Shine Educates on Diamonds and Gems
By Kristin Boza When Katie Lett, owner of Lett Shine, was a girl, she knew how to accessorize. Her obsession with shiny gemstones and rocks propelled her into a career as a jewelry concierge and graduate gemologist devoted to helping her customers find the right stones for masterful creations. Lett started making jewelry at a young age and her […]
Buona BAPA Benefit
Buona BAPA Benefit Buona Beef, 10633 S. Western and will host a benefit day for BAPA Wed., Nov. 27, 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. It’s the night before Thanksgiving – supporting our neighborhood association is a great reason not to cook! Present a copy of the ad printed on this page or a the digital version on your phone, and 20% of your sales will go to BAPA to support programs that directly […]
Meeting the Financial Planning Needs of Local Families
In 2017, Robin House and Tony Michalek leveraged their wealth of knowledge earned through distinguished careers in finance to establish Our House Wealth Advisors. Their goal is to champion the needs of the neighborhood’s investors. Our House Wealth Advisors is here because Robin and Tony believe there needs to be a better model than ‘one […]
Business Spotlight Sports + Ortho Revolutionizes Physical Therap
By Kristin Boza Sports + Ortho Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, 10909 S. Western Ave., takes a unique approach to physical therapy that focuses on revolutionary techniques designed to elevate patient outcomes. As a woman-owned, community-based, locally supportive PT clinic, Sports + Ortho owner Dahlia Fahmy requires her physical therapists to achieve higher levels of certifications in […]
We’re BAPA Members. Are You?
BAPA’s work could not be accomplished without the support of our resident and business members. The following people shared some of their thoughts about why making their annual membership donation is an important part of what they do for the community, and for their own quality of life as Beverly/Morgan Park neighbors. You can learn more […]
BAPA News
O’Brews & Views & YOU! Join BAPA to raise a pint on the Open Outcry rooftop, cheering our community and watching the South Side Irish Parade, Sun., Mar 17. The 21 and over party begins at 10:30 a.m. and features eats, beats, brews and an exclusive birds-eye view of the South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade from the new rooftop seating area at the […]
Wil Turner is Brewmaster at Open Outcry
By Kristin Boza Craft beer fans are bubbling with excitement over the addition of Wil Turner as Head Brewer/Director of Brewing Operations at Open Outcry Brewing Co., 10934 S. Western Ave. Turner, of Evergreen Park, brings his brewing knowledge to the south side after decades of experience with beer all over the world. As a teenager growing […]
Americanos Brings a Fresh Twist to Neighborhood Diners
By Talie Leeb Whether it’s a date for Taco Tuesday or an any-day-of the week craving for empanadas, Beverly/Morgan Park residents can visit Americanos, 11060 S. Western Ave., for the flavors of authentic traditional Mexican American cuisine. Americanos offers a delicious connection to a rich history of Mexican American culture and cuisine, using “ingredients and flavors that are very […]
BAPA Board Member Profile: Craig Huffman
By Grace Kuikman Craig Huffman, a BAPA Board member since 2016, moved to Beverly/Morgan Park from Hyde Park in 2008. Huffman and his wife, Rebeca, learned about the neighborhood when visiting friends. “I fell in love with the community,” Huffman said, citing the mix of small town feel and big city appeal that has drawn […]