Neighborhood Notes
Mother McAuley Student Becomes a Published Author Kaylee Davenport, a 16-year-old junior at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, has published a book. The titled “Field of Flowers,” was published in August and is now available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. A description of the book reads: “Eden was convinced her life was just […]
The Castle Continues Longtime Tradition of Selling Christmas Trees
By Janie McGann On a cold winter’s night in the weeks before Christmas, you might stumble upon a winter wonderland. Christmas trees of all kinds will surround you while children and adults alike wander through snow covered trees and smiling faces. While this may sound like something out of a Hallmark Christmas movie, it is […]
PAC News – PAC News Boilerplate
Ridge Park The RPAC monthly meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov. 19. On Friday, Nov. 22 from 5-8 p.m., Ridge Park will host an event called Ridge Parkapalooza, an event co-sponsored by Ridge Park and the Chicago Park District’s Arts and Cultural Office. Prairie Park The Prairie PAC’s Park Events Planning Committee (thanks Mary & […]
Future of Pike House Looks Bright Thanks to State Funding – Support Needed Now for Critical Repairs
This fall, Senator Willie Preston (16th District) appropriated $1.5 million dollars in state funding to the Eugene S. Pike House Foundation to facilitate massive renovations to the notable area historic house and former Cook County Forest Preserves Watchman’s Residence at Dan Ryan Woods. The Foundation will use the funds to rehabilitate the Eugene S. Pike […]
New Ridge Historical Society Exhibit Showcases Legacy of Architect H. H. Waterman
By Grace Kuikman Special to The Villager The life and work of Harry Hale Waterman, one of the Ridge community’s most prolific and creative architects, is the subject of “Harry Hale Waterman, Architect: Unique in Any Style,” a new exhibit opening Saturday, Oct. 19 at Ridge Historical Society (RHS), 10621 S. Seeley Ave., Chicago. […]
Open House Chicago Includes 8 Beverly/Morgan Park Sites
By Grace Kuikman Special to The Villager Eight sites in Beverly/Morgan Park will be showcased on the Chicago Architecture Center’s Open House Chicago, on Saturday, Oct, 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20. The free public festival offers behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites throughout Chicago, plus more than 40 events and programs, including […]
Chicago for Chicagoans Offers Walking Tour of Beverly/Morgan Park
By Brian Marchetti Chicago has 77 neighborhoods, each with its own rich history and personality. Many of us live in neighborhoods that we love unaware of the vibrant past that preceded us. A tour guide organization hopes to change that. Chicago For Chicagoans, a non-profit started by Patti Swanson in 2016, began when Swanson started […]
Celebrating National Black Business Month in the 19th Ward
By Aaqila Harvey August is National Black Business Month, a time to celebrate and support Black-owned businesses nationwide. This celebration is significant in Beverly/Morgan Park and Mount Greenwood’s diverse communities. Historically, Black entrepreneurs have faced significant barriers to success, including limited access to capital, resources, and networking opportunities. By shining a light on these businesses, […]
Debra Gawrys, Founder of Connections Learning Center, Releases New Book
By Tim Moran Debra Gawrys has been helping Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhood families for decades. She’s the founder of Connections Learning Center, which has provided one-on-one instruction from trained and skilled clinicians to children who struggle academically for even longer than they’ve been open at 2744 W. 111th Street. “We strengthen kids’ overall learning ability […]
Climate Club for Kids Forms in Beverly/Morgan Park
By Tim Moran The impacts and dangers of climate change have been apparent to Ruby Moon for nearly half her life. That’s only four-and-a-half years for 11-year-old Ruby, but the North Beverly resident and Council Oak Montessori School fifth grader is already doing her part in taking action on the issue as the founder […]