BAPA Presents its First Night of Comedy
By Nuha Abdessalam Villager Contributor The Beverly Area Planning Association has found plenty of ways to bring neighbors together over the years. This time, it’s trying stand-up. BAPA’s first Laugh Where You Live Night of Comedy sold out quickly, with four Chicago comedians headed to the Vineyard at Barraco’s on Oct. 15. Two of them […]
Sip & Shop Set for October 1
By Tim Moran Villager Editor A night of fun showcasing the exciting offerings of one of Beverly/Morgan Park’s most vibrant and picturesque local business communities awaits the hundreds of expected attendees of this year’s Sip & Shop, an early fall tradition hosted by the Beverly Area Planning Association and Morgan Park Beverly Hills Business Association. […]
Celebrate Black Business Month in the 19th Ward
BAPA staff reports Every August, the 19th Ward comes together to celebrate Black Business Month, an annual tradition that highlights the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Black-owned businesses throughout Beverly, Morgan Park and Mount Greenwood. The celebration is led by the Community Connections Committee, a partnership of committed small business owners along with BAPA, the Morgan Park […]
Beauty, Bounty and Ideas Blossom at BAPA’s 7th Annual Garden Walk
By Grace Kuikman Villager Contributor “Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” These words are painted on a plaque that graces one of the yards being featured on BAPA’s 7th Annual Beverly/Morgan Park Garden Walk. It’s a well-placed reminder that whether […]
Nate & The Night Wolves Bring Classic Blues to Kick off the 2026 BAPA Porch Concert Season
By Brian Marchetti Villager Contributor The Beverly Area Planning Association’s 2026 Porch Concert season kicks off on Friday, June 12 with the blues band Nate & the Night Wolves performing. Besides great music and fun with friends and neighbors, concert goers can sample fare from local food trucks and learn more about neighborhood businesses. The festivities […]
Celebrate Architectural Treasures During BAPA Home Tour
By Grace Kuikman Villager Contributor Just days before the 50th anniversary of the designation of the Ridge Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places, BAPA will present its Beverly/Morgan Park Home Tour. One of Chicago’s oldest and most anticipated annual tours of private homes, this event is closely linked to the creation of the […]
BAPA Welcomes Herb Lentz as New Executive Director
By Tim Moran The Beverly Area Planning Association is excited to welcome Herb Lentz as its new executive director. Lentz comes to his new role at BAPA with extensive experience in leadership roles and a deep commitment to the future of the Beverly/Morgan Park community. Lentz, a longtime Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhood resident, comes to BAPA […]
Ridge Run Added to Chicago Area Runners Association’s Circuit of Chicago’s Best Races
By Brian Marchetti Villager Contributor For the first time in its long history, the Ridge Run has been added to the Chicago Area Runners Association’s (CARA) Chicago racing circuit. This honor speaks to the hard work and dedication of the Beverly Area Planning Association and the neighborhood volunteers who have made the run such a […]
Your Health, Your Family, Right Here: BAPA’s Community Health Expo Returns Feb. 7
By Aaqila Harvey Community Business Director This isn’t your typical health fair. This year, we’re getting hands-on. On Saturday, February 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Ridge Park Fieldhouse becomes a welcoming space where you can truly experience health and wellness. BAPA’s 4th annual Community Health Expo has grown into something our community looks forward to each […]
Community Health Expo Returns to Ridge Park Fieldhouse in February
By Brian Marchetti Villager Contributor Few things matter more in life than good health. The challenge lies in managing everything from healthy eating, getting enough exercise, and mental well-being. With such busy lives, how can we find the resources to help us live our best lives? On Saturday, Feb. 7, the Beverly Area Planning Association will hold its fourth […]