The Heart of the Story is a semi-interactive concert dance program, featuring 8 dance artists of Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre performing several pieces from the company’s repertoire. The diversity of the repertoire offers each site customization based on the interests and identity of the community, using dance and storytelling to present deeper concepts of identity […]
For creatives looking to build community and deepen their artistic practice, this workshop series encourages communal reflection and group collaboration. In partnership with the multidisciplinary artists of Cooperation Racine, participants will consider a central question: “How might a creative community inform, support, and nourish one’s art practice.” The newly expanded Douglass Park Creative Space offers […]
Come and dance your way to fun with friends! No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. For 60 years and over. FREE. Click here for more info.
Kitt Lyles is one of Chicago’s most distinctive bassists and composers. Born and raised in South Carolina, Lyles has cultivated an aesthetic that synthesizes his love for Southern roots music with imaginative contemporary jazz. His jazz septet, “Real Talk,” will be joined by the Prohorova String Quartet, debuting a new set of original compositions. The […]
'Go Run is a community partnership between the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago Park District to activate neighborhood parks, build communities, and encourage an active lifestyle through running and volunteerism. 'Go Run aims to become a core part of neighborhood culture, encouraging organic community engagement at, and long after, each run. Register in […]
Are you ready for it! Let's have a ghostly good time at Columbus Park! For those who love a good scare, stop by our annual Haunted House. Friday, October 31 from 4pm-8pmentry to the Haunted House is free. Columbus Park, 500 S. Central AveFor those not looking for the scare - we will have Halloween themed activities for […]
Teen Halloween Silent Party with Dueling DJ Party is a unique experience where participants use silent party headphones to choose between different DJs playing various music genres simultaneously. Age at least 13 yrs but less than 18 yrs, Mixed. Click here for more info.
Villapalooza presents “¡Noche de Fantasmas!", a Halloween mini concert in collaboration with the Chicago Park District. Enjoy an evening of punk, rock, goth, emo, and metal at Douglass Park Cultural and Community Center Auditorium and Ballroom on October 31, from 5–8pm. Costumes encouraged!
Join Chicago Park District officials, 28th Ward Ald. Jason Ervin, and community members as they cut the ribbon and celebrate new improvements at Park No. 602.
Join us as we celebrate strength, resilience, and community at our 39th Annual National Cancer Survivors’ Day Celebration!
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