Hello, glad to meet you! Welcome to Hyde Park Chicago. Our interactive map and business search page will help you find local businesses for shopping, eating and drinking, entertainment, health and beauty, sports and leisure, hospitality, and services – as well as our neighborhood landmarks. You’ll also find a full calendar of Hyde Park events and links to event websites. Come on in and take a look.
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It’s easy to understand why Hyde Parkers fiercely love their little piece of the city on Chicago’s lakefront. Streets shaded by towering trees; a textbook of architectural styles; independent businesses, both new and established; an involved, diverse community of residents and a proud history of creative expression – all combining to form a passionate pull on the people who call it home. It’s unlike any other Chicago neighborhood – and this is your guide from the inside.
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![The Chicago Reader's Leor Galil writes about the "Palestinian diaspora (that) enriches our city’s music scene" with profiles on three Chicago artists, including Na’el Yusef Shehade, Drama co-founder and producer, who mentions the original Wicker Park location of The Silver Room:
"I was DJing at this place called the Silver Room on Milwaukee Avenue. I was literally a child, and I would come with this record bag, walk into the [Silver Room], and [the owner, Eric Williams, would] be like, “Go ahead and DJ!” Then he’d be like, “Want to come back next weekend and DJ?”
I would come back every few weeks, whenever my mom allowed me to come back. I would walk down the street with this 50-pound record bag. I got into the rap world for a while, worked on some really amazing rap records, and then wanted to go back to my house and dance roots."
Click link in bio for full story.](https://welcometohydepark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/436356031_2192532294432350_1730911622888704481_n-320x298.jpg)
Curious about these trophies? 🏆️
They're the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for the 🏆️ 1st Annual Hyde Park Best Steppers Contest 🏆️ which kicks off the Harper Court Summer Music Series on Thursday, June 6 from 6-9 p.m. with DJ Eric "ET" Taylor from V103!
Sponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with The Silver Room, and hosted by Mario Smith.
Upcoming concerts include Funkadesi (7/11), Sam Thousand & The Soul Vortex with The Chicago Windy City Ramblers (8/1), and A Dope Southside Open Mic by The Silver Room - hosted by Phalair (9/5).
Click link in bio for more information.
12 hours ago
![The Chicago Reader's Leor Galil writes about the "Palestinian diaspora (that) enriches our city’s music scene" with profiles on three Chicago artists, including Na’el Yusef Shehade, Drama co-founder and producer, who mentions the original Wicker Park location of The Silver Room:
"I was DJing at this place called the Silver Room on Milwaukee Avenue. I was literally a child, and I would come with this record bag, walk into the [Silver Room], and [the owner, Eric Williams, would] be like, “Go ahead and DJ!” Then he’d be like, “Want to come back next weekend and DJ?”
I would come back every few weeks, whenever my mom allowed me to come back. I would walk down the street with this 50-pound record bag. I got into the rap world for a while, worked on some really amazing rap records, and then wanted to go back to my house and dance roots."
Click link in bio for full story.](https://welcometohydepark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/436356031_2192532294432350_1730911622888704481_n.jpg)
The Chicago Reader's Leor Galil writes about the "Palestinian diaspora (that) enriches our city’s music scene" with profiles on three Chicago artists, including Na’el Yusef Shehade, Drama co-founder and producer, who mentions the original Wicker Park location of The Silver Room:
"I was DJing at this place called the Silver Room on Milwaukee Avenue. I was literally a child, and I would come with this record bag, walk into the [Silver Room], and [the owner, Eric Williams, would] be like, “Go ahead and DJ!” Then he’d be like, “Want to come back next weekend and DJ?”
I would come back every few weeks, whenever my mom allowed me to come back. I would walk down the street with this 50-pound record bag. I got into the rap world for a while, worked on some really amazing rap records, and then wanted to go back to my house and dance roots."
Click link in bio for full story.
13 hours ago
THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY!
Don't miss the 🌸 63rd Annual Hyde Park Garden Fair 🌼 in the Courtyard at the Hyde Park Shopping Center.
Friday, May 17 - 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Hyde Park Garden Fair is Chicago's oldest community garden sale, featuring multiple plant categories including annuals, perennials, native plants, house plants, hanging baskets, vegetables, shrubs, trees, roses, and so much more. 🪴🌹🌿
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14 hours ago
Check out our spotlights all through May highlighting the owners of some of Hyde Park’s favorite small businesses to celebrate Small Business Month.
14 hours ago
SMALL BUSINESS OWNER SPOTLIGHT - JAMES NURSS, FIRST AID COMICS
"Your comic book prescription is ready!"
Meet James Nurss, the owner of Hyde Park's First Aid Comics at 1655 E. 55th Street. A staple in Hyde Park since 2008, First Aid Comics is your one-stop shop for comic books, graphic novels, and gaming. They stock a wide range of products from Marvel, DC, and a variety of independent publishers, as well as the latest CCGs, board games, and RPGs.
First Aid Comics is open seven days a week and has a full calendar of in-store events you won't want to miss - check them out today!
Know a local small business owner with a Hyde Park storefront location you'd like us to include? Just DM us with their contact information and we'll do our best to include them in the lineup as space allows.
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14 hours ago
TODAY AT 1 P.M.!
Kilwins Hyde Park is hosting a job fair!
Wednesday, May 15
1-3 p.m.
5226 S. Harper Avenue
Must be 18+ with birth certificate, social security card, and high school diploma.
See you there!
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2 days ago
SMALL BUSINESS OWNER SPOTLIGHT - CAROLE, JEREMY & KAITLYN JONES - SUNDRIP
Meet the Jones family - Carole, Jeremy, and Kaitlyn - owners of Hyde Park's Sundrip, located at 1109 E. 55th Street.
Sundrip opened last September, and if you haven't already checked them out, you should stop by today! This family-owned vegan restaurant offers delicious juices, smoothies, smoothie bowls, soups and noodle dishes, overnight oats, muffins, donuts, cake cups, and more.
"We welcome all with big hearts and open minds because our passion for plants, our planet, and the people we serve runs deep."
📸 L-R Jeremy, Kaitlyn & Carole
Know a local small business owner with a Hyde Park storefront location you'd like us to include? Just DM us with their contact information and we'll do our best to include them in the lineup as space allows.
Click link in bio for website.
2 days ago
TODAY AT NOON
"Experience Hyde Park" Power Hour Series
Wednesday, May 15
12-1 p.m.
Hyatt Place Conference Room
5225 S. Harper Avenue
"Access to Capital" presented by Cheyenita Allen, Relationship Manager at Hyde Park Bank.
Cheyenita will be providing an overview of business financial management practices designed to help small business owners gain access to capital.
Topics Include:
• Business financial management overview.
• Helping your small business.
• Gaining access to capital.
http://businesses.hydeparkchamberchicago.org/events/details/experience-hyde-park-power-hour-series-cheyenita-allen-620
2 days ago
TOMORROW!
"Experience Hyde Park" Power Hour Series
Wednesday, May 15
12-1 p.m.
Hyatt Place Conference Room
5225 S. Harper Avenue
"Access to Capital" presented by Cheyenita Allen, Relationship Manager at Hyde Park Bank.
Cheyenita will be providing an overview of business financial management practices designed to help small business owners gain access to capital.
Topics Include:
• Business financial management overview.
• Helping your small business.
• Gaining access to capital.
This seminar will take place in the Hyatt Place Hotel conference room. Lunch is available to order from Unbeatable Eatables - orders must be placed by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14 and will be delivered to the Hyatt Place Conference Room. Call 773-572-0426 to order.
Click link in bio to register now.
3 days ago