Southwest Morgan Park Civic Association Revives to Inspire Community
By Kristin Boza Civic associations are designed to inspire hyper-local participation in matters involving the area of the community where you live. BAPA has proudly supported the resurgence of civic associations to bring neighbors together to get to know one another and work together on projects and problems. The Southwest Morgan Park Civic Association (SWMPCA) […]
Residents to Launch Beverly/Morgan Park Rotary Club
Residents to Launch Beverly/Morgan Park Rotary Club A small group of area residents is working to bring a Rotary Club to Beverly/Morgan Park and an informational meeting has been set for Tues., Nov. 19, 6 p.m., BAPA Community Room 11109 S. Longwood Dr. The late Paul Harris, founder of Rotary International, lived on Longwood Drive from 1912 until he died in 1947. The house is currently being renovated into a […]
Runners Beat Heat for a Great Ridge Run
Despite record high temperatures, more than 2000 runners participated in the 10K, 5K run, 5K walk, 10K-5K Challenge and Youth Mile on Memorial Day morning, and everyone received a finisher’s medal, and the top three winners in each age group in the 10K and 5K run received an additional award. The 5K walk and Youth […]
RPAC Campaigns to Save Ridge Park
By Mary Jo Viero, President, Ridge Park Advisory Committee Local organizations and residents have been voicing concern about the condition of the Ridge Park fieldhouse for many years. As the leadership of the Chicago Park District determines its budget for FY18 the rehabilitation of Ridge Park should be the top priority. The fieldhouse is […]
Know Your Neighbors: Paula Robinson
By Kristin Boza Paula Robinson is dedicated to progressing the economic development of her community through her work with the Morgan Park Civic League. Community activism is in her blood; Robinson’s grandmother, Annabelle Robinson, was also an active participant in the Morgan Park Civic League, which has been working to improve and enhance Morgan Park […]
Village Viewpoint: Working Together for a Great Community
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Well, I was hopeful that after the contentious presidential election my Facebook newsfeed would go back to focusing on cute pictures of kids and fuzzy animals and that the traditionally cold weather would compel crime to let up, allowing the Chicago Police Department time to regroup and address the growing crime […]
Get Involved! Neighborhood Association News
Whether your time is limited or you’re looking for regular volunteer opportunities, you can find way to make a difference in our community! Local associations invite Beverly/Morgan Park residents to get involved. Beverly Woods Homeowners Association Looking to Regroup For the last year and a half, Lydia Barnes has worked hard to get the Beverly […]
Neighborhood Notes
See and Ski the Dan Ryan Woods. The Beverly Improvement Association (BIA), Cook County Forest Preserve District and 19th Ward Ald. Matt O’Shea invite neighborhood residents to enjoy cross country skiing and snow-shoeing in the Dan Ryan Woods on Sunday afternoons in the winter when there is sufficient snow. Skiers meet at 1 p.m., Beverly […]
‘Citizens Are Our First Responders’
By Grace Kuikman Calling 9-1-1 Makes Communities Safer “Citizens are really the first responders,” said Sherrie Wright, Chicago Police Communications Officer 2, 9-1-1 Training Division (pictured). “Community involvement is key to community safety.” Wright has ten years of experience as a 9-1-1 dispatcher, the last 2½ as a trainer. She recommend that people trust their […]
Neighborhood Notes
Solicitation Warning. People need to be cautious about door-to-door solicitation. Some solicitors target older neighbors, offering substandard or fraudulent goods and/or services. January at BAC. Enjoy art, music, classes and more this month at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St. The 40th Beverly Art Competition & Exhibition continues through Jan. 8 in the […]