The 40th Ward is proud to be home to so many talented artists and arts organizations. This year, the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) awarded a number of those artists and organizations grants through its programs, and we’re shouting them out below: The CityArts Program The CityArts Program provides […]
Category: Arts and Culture
No Fireworks at Winnemac Park on July 4th Weekend
Posted on40th Ward Neighbors, With the Fourth of July right around the corner, I want to remind 40th Ward neighbors that fireworks are illegal in Chicago; even sparklers are banned. The only permitted “fireworks” in Chicago are glowworms, smoke bombs and party poppers. My office has heard from many residents who are concerned about the uptick in fireworks usage throughout the […]
Table with us at Andersonville Midsommarfest!
Posted onAndersonville Midsommarfest is a street festival with great food, entertainment, artisans, vendors, and many activities. Join the 40th Ward at a tabling event at the Andersonville Midsommarfest on Saturday, June 10th and Sunday, June 11th! Shifts offered from 12PM-3PM and 3PM-5PM. Sign up here. Midsommarfest
Catalpa Plaza Open House Community Meeting
Posted onPlease join CDOT at this open house style community meeting to learn more about Catalpa Plaza and to provide input. At the meeting there will be exhibits displaying plaza design concepts that the community is invited to provide feedback on. There will also be opportunity for questions and answers during the entirety of the open […]
Ecolution: A 40th Ward Youth Board Celebration of Earth!
Posted onThe 40th Ward Youth Board is having its first annual environmental and sustainability fest in the ward. Please join us! We will be giving away free tree saplings, native and milkweed seeds. We will also be raffling off rain barrels from the MWRD . There will be guest speakers and some live music from local […]
2023 Congressional Art Competition
Posted onVia Rep. Schakowsky’s Office: The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our Congressional District (IL-09). This competition is open to all high school students that reside in our District. The winners of each District’s competition will have their artwork displayed in […]
Large Event Community Engagement Guidelines & Supplemental Information Form
Posted onThe Chicago Park District continues its Community Engagement Guidelines which were introduced in 2022 for the events with 10,000 attendees or more per day. The Guidelines (page 2) employ a community engagement plan to keep neighboring residences, businesses and other stakeholders abreast of planned event operations. As part of their community engagement, organizers are also […]
Special Events Application Assistance- City Department focused & General Info Webinars
Posted onThe City of Chicago – Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) will be conducting a series of webinars to help you get ready for the 2023 season for the Special Event Permitting Process. DCASE staff will run through the online application process in English and Spanish: – General Permit Application Discussion (English)- Tuesday, […]
Aville Kids Activities Informational
Posted onThe Andersonville Chamber of Commerce is excited to bring together businesses, organizations, and partners to host an A’ville Kids’ Activities Informational where parents can learn about different after school programs, summer camp sign-ups, classes, and activities for kids in and around Andersonville. We have an incredible growing family demographic around Andersonville and we would love […]
West Edgewater Green Park (Park No. 599) Officially A Chicago Park District Location
Posted onThe deed for Park No. 599 (Edgewater) with Chicago Park District as the new owner was recorded today. The Planning and Development team at the Park District is finalizing designs and drawings in order to bid the project out.
Announcement of the Black Chicago Heritage Initiative
Posted onIn honor of Black History Month, the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) is collaborating with the Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice to invite the public to provide feedback on people and places of memory that help define Black Chicago heritage. Please participate in this endeavor at the Black Chicago Heritage Initiative (BCHI) […]
City Council Updates: February 1st, 2023 Session
Posted onThis week, the City Council paid tribute to former IL House of Representatives Majority Leader Greg Harris for his 16 years serving the 13th District. Greg has been a personal mentor to me since I took office, and has been a truly historic champion for LGBTQ+ rights, Marriage Equality, and so much more. I invite our 40th Ward neighbors […]