• INVC- LIGHT IN THE NIGHT

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE ____________________ Neighborhood: Austin Police District: District Sub CBO: Contact: [Nekenya Hardy Contact Number: 312-270-4913

  • Movie at the Park

    Join us at Davis Square park for an outisde movie screening, along with food & activities! FREE FOR ALL! ___________ Neighborhood: Back of the Yards Police District: 9th District Sub...

  • INVC- LIGHT IN THE NIGHT

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE ____________________ Neighborhood: Austin Police District: District Sub CBO: Contact: [Nekenya Hardy Contact Number: 312-270-4913

  • Think Outside Da Block x We Grow Collective presents: Peace Fest

    6402 S Honore Chicago, Illinois

    Peace Fest is a free, family-friendly community event designed to bring residents of the Greater Englewood neighborhood together to celebrate unity, culture, and peace. The event will feature food, live...

  • Back of the Yards Back to School

    New Eclipse Church 715 w. 51 St., chicago, Illinois, United States

    Join us at New Eclipse church for a Back to School event full of giveaways, raffles and lots of food. Enjoy snow cones, elotes, burgers and more. Free back packs...

  • Breakthrough Home Court+

    Home Court is an outdoor basketball tournament that is open to girls and boys to play while also enjoying a community block party. This week we will have a giant wipeout inflatable alongside other giant inflatable activities. Neighborhood: East Garfield Park Police District: 11th District Sub CBO: Contact: Danielle Peterson Contact Number: 773-726-9659

  • Back of the Yards Back to School

    Join the Back of the Yards community at McDowell Plaza for a Back to School event full of resources! Have a bite and enjoy the last days of summer break with some free food, bounce house and DJ. Some resources include: Free eye screenings and dental exams. Lots of free giveaways including backpacks and school...

  • INVC- LIGHT IN THE NIGHT

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE ____________________ Neighborhood: Austin Police District: District Sub CBO: Contact: [Nekenya Hardy Contact Number: 312-270-4913

  • “POSTPONED”-Public Equity-Move at Tuley: Southside Sweats Park Wellness Night

    501 E 90th PL, Chicago, IL 60619

    We are activating Tuley Park with Southside Sweats for an evening of movement and community wellness. Claim one of 30 spots in a group fitness session, then connect with free wellness resources, mental health support, and neighbors doing the work of staying well together. Tuley Park is a Chatham anchor, and we are filling it...

  • INVC- LIGHT IN THE NIGHT

    FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, FACE PAINTING AND MORE ____________________ Neighborhood: Austin Police District: District Sub CBO: Contact: [Nekenya Hardy Contact Number: 312-270-4913

 

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