Celebrating the New Oz Park Playground! | |
On July 22, we were so happy to be there when the ribbon was cut on the new Dorothy’s Playground at Oz Park! Thank you so the Oz Park Advisory Council, Alderman Timmy Knudsen, State Representative Margaret Croke, Chicago Park District and all of the many others who helped make this happen! | |
Join Us for Ella Jenkins' 100th Birthday Party | |
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On Sunday, August 4 at 12:30 p.m., join us in celebrating the legendary children’s folk singer Ella Jenkins’ and honoring her 100th Birthday at Ella Jenkins Park (333 W. Wisconsin at Sedgwick). A leading performer of children’s music for over fifty years, Ella Jenkins has been honored by the DuSable Museum of African American History. Affectionately named “The First Lady of the Children’s Folk Songs,” Ella was a recipient of the 2004 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award and has been recognized by many other prestigious arts and culture organizations.
A family-friendly event, there will be music, birthday treats, giveaways, and activities for kids. Sponsored by the Old Town Triangle Association, Church of the Three Crosses, Lincoln Central Association, and Tim Ferrin.
RSVP here.
| Help Us Improve Safety by Taking LCA's 2024 Public Safety Survey | |
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In an effort to improve neighborhood safety, Lincoln Central Association is conducting a safety survey! Please take this 5-minute survey to share your thoughts on what local safety issues concern you the most.
After the survey concludes, we’ll share survey the results with you, with our 18th CPD District leadership, and with our Alderman.
Take the Survey Here.
Please take the survey by Thursday, August 1 and watch for LCA survey results reporting in a forthcoming newsletter.
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Movies in Bauler & Oz Park | |
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Finish out the summer by bringing your family to movies in a local park!
On Thursday, September 19, Bauler Park will play Kung Fu Panda 4 at 6:30 p.m. The event will include a bouncy house and games from Lakeshore Sport & Fitness.
Oz Park has a great lineup of movies for the rest of the summer!
- August 17 at 8 p.m.: Trouble with the Curve
- August 24 at 8 p.m.: The Wizard of Oz
- September 5 at7: 30 p.m.: The Bad Guys
Find more information about Oz Park movies here.
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Save the Date: Fifth Star Band at Ella Jenkins Park - Sept. 8 | |
Alderman Knudsen and LCA at the July 15 Ward Walk | |
Thank you to all who joined us on the ward walk in person and those community members who provided thoughtful comments, suggestions and concerns via email.
Couldn't make the Ward Walk? You can still help improve the neighborhood! In order to efficiently expedite service requests, please download the CHI 311 App from the either the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
See a pothole? Notice an open hydrant? Let the city know. The official CHI 311 app allows residents and businesses to quickly and easily connect to Chicago city services. CHI 311 will be your first place to submit and track non-emergency service requests, get real-time updates, and find information on-the-go. You can also explore work being done in your area.
Sign up for your 311 account to access city services and track your requests today.
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Thank You to Everyone Who Joined Our Amazing 'Make Music Chicago' Event in June! | |
Download the Chicago OEMC App | |
The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) app provides preparedness in the palm of your hand. Download the Chicago OEMC App Ahead of the DNC.
Get more information and download the app here.
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Save the Date for Upcoming LCA Events | |
Evening in the Garden – Sunday, September 15
Evening in the Garden celebrates the close of summer, our garden volunteers and the garden harvest. This garden party is used to honor the heart put into many neighborhood achievements including retiring police officers and especially the volunteers who make our neighborhood parks such special gathering places. The event includes food, wine and beverages from neighborhood restaurants and businesses. The event is free and open to the public.
Howler at Bauler – Saturday, October 26, 3 – 5 p.m.
Known as “The Haunt of the Neighborhood”, Howler at Bauler is held each year during Halloween weekend in Bauler Park. From the neighborhood firehouse bringing its truck, to the neighborhood fitness center staffing games, to our congressman, alderman and state representatives greeting the crowds, everyone puts their heart into making this a great neighborhood event. Howler at Bauler includes a bouncy house, costume parade, games, candy, a DJ to dance to and more to local neighborhood children and families.
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LCA is dedicated to inspiring people to join together for the social, cultural, and physical enrichment of our neighborhood, and our local businesses are a critical part of that! LCA is honored to work with local businesses to improve our neighborhood and promote their business.
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
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Lakeshore's Summerfest is Happening Tomorrow! | |
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This Saturday, July 27, LCA's partner Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is hosting it's annual Summerfest event! The event is for adults only (21+) and includes live music, lawn games, food and drink specials, and local vendors.
Learn more and RSVP here.
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Taste of Lincoln Ave is This Weekend! | |
Gemini Chicago Presents Summer Pit Stop | |
Learn About the Tot Program at Immaculate Conception St. Joseph School | |
Sign Up for the Angry Octopus Weekly Newsletter | |
Dog Days of Summer at Lincoln Common on August 15 | |
Lincoln Common has their annual Dog Days of Summer Event on Thursday, August 15 from 5:30-7:30pm!
At the event, you and your furry friends can enjoy...
Dog Days of Summer is free and open to the public. Human (and some pet) food and beverages are for purchase. Event is weather permitting.
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Chamber Hosts Health & Wellness Weekend in August | |
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Soak up these final days of summer by prioritizing your health and wellbeing during Lincoln Park Health & Wellness Weekend. Treat yourself to free workout classes, meet amazing local wellness experts, and score exclusive deals from Lincoln Park's top wellness spots. It's time to refresh your mind, rejuvenate your body, and find ways to live your best life all weekend long.
Saturday, August 24
Lincoln Common Plaza, 2335 N. Lincoln
Health & Wellness Showcase
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Visit the Plaza at Lincoln Common to pick up giveaways, enter raffles, and learn more about Lincoln Park’s health and wellness businesses and offerings.
Free Fitness Classes
8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. – Stay tuned for class schedule!
Sunday, August 25
The Green at Theater on the Lake, 2401 N. Lake Shore Drive
Free Fitness Classes
10:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. – Stay tuned for class schedule!
Learn more here.
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