• INVC – Light In The Night

    Oscar Dapriest 139 S. Parkside, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE Neighborhood: AustinPolice District: DistrictSub CBO: Contact: Nekenya HardyContact Number: 312-270-4913

  • WGF Light in the event

    N. Kolmar 219 N Kolmar, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FUN, AND MORE Neighborhood: WEST GARFIELD PARKPolice District: 11TH DistrictSub CBO: Contact: NEKENYA HARDYContact Number: 312-270-4913

  • Think Outside Da Block Presents: Sip and Paint

    Ogden Park 6500 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL

    A relaxing community sip & paint experience featuring guided painting and refreshing sea moss lemonade, promoting creativity, connection, and wellness, providing free food and resources as well. Neighborhood: West EnglewoodPolice District: 7th district  Sub CBO: N/A Contact: Cameisha Contact Number: 773-766-1616

  • ALSO Valentine’s Day Game Night [Humboldt Park]

    ALSO Chicago Ave. Office 3154 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, Illinois

    Join us in Humboldt Park for a free Game Night! Community will come together to enjoy free refreshments, games, activities, resources and more! Neighborhood: Humboldt ParkPolice District: 11th DistrictSub CBO: Contact: Fred WallaceContact Number: 773-235-5705

  • ALSO Valentine’s Day Game Night [Avondale]

    Logandale Elementary 3212 W George, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    JJoin us in Avondale for a free Valentine's Day Game Night! The community will come together to enjoy free food, games, activities, resources and more! Neighborhood: AvondalePolice District: 17th District Beat 1724Sub CBO: Contact: Luis CottoContact Number: (773) 235-5705

  • Hoops in the Hood: Winter League

    Back of the Yards Neighborhood College Prep 2111 W 47th St, Chicago, IL

    8- week basketball league for 7th& 8th graders in the neighborhood. Neighborhood: Back of the YardsPolice District: 9 DistrictSub CBO: LISC Chicago, BYNC Contact: Oscar ContrerasContact Number: 773-447-4105

  • Community Vision Board

    Breakthrough Familyplex 3219 W. Carroll, Chicago, IL

    We are hosting a community vision board party for community members. This event event is open to people of all ages. Come show your creativity by making a vision board that expresses your ideal community. Food and materials will be provided.Neighborhood: East Garfield ParkPolice District: 11th DistrictSub CBO: Contact: Danielle PetersonContact Number: 773-726-9659

  • INVC – Light In The Night

    Nash School 4837 W. Eric, Chicago, IL

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE Neighborhood: AustinPolice District: DistrictSub CBO: Contact: Nekenya HardyContact Number: 312-270-4913

  • WGF Light in the event

    N. Kolmar 219 N Kolmar, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FUN, AND MORE Neighborhood: WEST GARFIELD PARKPolice District: 11TH DistrictSub CBO: Contact: NEKENYA HARDYContact Number: 312-270-4913

  • Think Outside Da Block Presents: Skate N Peace

    Hamilton Park 513 W. 72nd St, Chicago, IL

    A free community skating event is an open gathering where people of all ages come together to skate in a shared space without any cost. Music is usually playing, creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for families, friends, and neighbors skate at their own pace. Some learning, some practicing skills, and others just enjoying the...

  • Hoops in the Hood: Winter League

    Back of the Yards Neighborhood College Prep 2111 W 47th St, Chicago, IL

    8- week basketball league for 7th& 8th graders in the neighborhood. Neighborhood: Back of the YardsPolice District: 9 DistrictSub CBO: LISC Chicago, BYNC Contact: Oscar ContrerasContact Number: 773-447-4105

  • Think Outside Da Block Presents: Say it With Yo CHESS

    Da Connect 6717 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    A community chess game is a shared, welcoming experience where participants gather to play, learn, and enjoy chess in a relaxed setting — encouraging critical thinking, friendly interaction, and community connection. Neighborhood: West EnglewoodPolice District: 7th district Contact: Cameisha Contact Number: 773-766-1616"

 

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