In Memory of Sid Hamper’s Stewardship
By Grace Kuikman & Olivia DeSmit Sid Hamper, president emeritus of the John H. Vanderpoel Art Association, passed away August 25, at the age of 92. Sid and his wife of […]
PAC News Cosme Park
Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebration with the Leprechaun Chase and other activities at Maggie Cosme Park, 9201 S. Longwood Dr., Sat., Mar. 11. The suggested donation is $5 […]
How to Start a Block Party
By Mark Kinsella Sometimes, it only takes one person to make neighbors realize they are more than fellow block residents who may be just a wave of a hand or […]
Toys for Tots Donations Needed More Than Ever
By Kristin Boza So much is needed by so many people this year. For those who are able to donate a little something extra, Santa and his elves could use a boost. The […]
Remembering Brian Piccolo
For the people who remember Chicago Bears #41 Brian Piccolo, the news that he passed away 50 years ago this month may be a stunning reminder of the tragedy […]
St. John Fisher Gym Named for Conner Lowry
St, John Fisher Gym Named for Conner Lowry At a ceremony held in late January, the gymnasium at St. John Fisher School was dedicated to and named for Conner T. Lowry as he was […]
Ladder Up Offers Tax Return Assistance
Ladder Up Offers Tax Return Assistance Founded in 1994, City-Wide Tax Assistance Program provided free tax return preparation services and college financial aid assistance. In 2008, the organization adopted the name […]
19th Ward, BAPA Reach Out to Seniors with Technology Survey
19th Ward, BAPA Reach Out to Seniors with Technology Survey The 19th Ward and Beverly Area Planning Association are collaborating to offer two free series of Smart Tech Seniors classes hosted by Smith Village in June and Mercy […]
UrbanMain
By Caroline Connors A community-led initiative to revitalize the Western Avenue business district in Beverly/Morgan Park is underway following a community meeting hosted by the Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association (MPBHBA) in […]
Beverly Morgan Park Community Choir Welcomes New Director
By Kristin Boza Larry Deweese has been named as the new Musical Director for the Beverly Morgan Park Community Choir, currently entering its 21st season. This spring season’s theme is “A New Vision,” which […]