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SUMMARY:Earth Day in Nichols Park
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day in Nichols Park \n2026 marks the 41st anniversary of citywide Earth Day park cleanups! For four decades\, we have gathered Chicagoans all over the city each spring to clean and green our beloved parks. We’re excited to do it again this April in partnership with Friends of the Parks. \nHelp make a difference this Earth Day by pitching in at a cleanup event taking place at more than 140 parks across the city on April 18. Activities will vary by park\, but typically include things like litter pick up and mulching trees. Materials will be provided\, and all ages are welcome. All you have to do is register\, show up\, and dress for the weather. Spread the word to friends and neighbors. \nSaturday\, April 18\, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nMeet at the 54th Street Playground \nClick HERE for more information. \nClick HERE to register.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/earth-day-in-nichols-park/
LOCATION:Nichols Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Earth Day in Spruce Park
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day in Spruce Park \n2026 marks the 41st anniversary of citywide Earth Day park cleanups! For four decades\, we have gathered Chicagoans all over the city each spring to clean and green our beloved parks. We’re excited to do it again this April in partnership with Friends of the Parks. \nHelp make a difference this Earth Day by pitching in at a cleanup event taking place at more than 140 parks across the city on April 18. Activities will vary by park\, but typically include things like litter pick up and mulching trees. Materials will be provided\, and all ages are welcome. All you have to do is register\, show up\, and dress for the weather. Spread the word to friends and neighbors. \nSaturday\, April 18\, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nMeet at the 54th Street / Blackstone. \nClick HERE for more information. \nClick HERE to register.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/earth-day-in-spruce-park/
LOCATION:Spruce Park\, 5337 S. Blackstone Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry\nThe food pantry\, located at Hyde Park Union Church\, provides nonperishable groceries and limited refrigerated and frozen foods to 500 to 800 people every month on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm. \nWe serve the area of 39th – 63rd St.\, Cottage Grove east to Lake Michigan\, and patrons can come twice a month. All will be served on their first visit\, regardless of residency. If you are looking for food outside of our service area or hours\, you can visit the website of the Greater Chicago Food depository to find additional services.\n​\nVolunteers order food\, unload deliveries\, pre-pack bags and distribute food. ​If you would like to volunteer\, please contact the Church Office or Margy Mitchell\, the Food Pantry coordinator. \nTime and Location \nEvery Saturday (including Christmas\, New Year’s Day\, and July 4th) from 10 am to 1 pm; \nHyde Park Union Church\n5600 S. Woodlawn — enter by the side door at 1169 E. 56th St.\nChicago\, IL 60637
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/the-hyde-park-kenwood-food-pantry/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Union Church\, 5600 S. Woodlawn Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hyde Park Union Church":MAILTO:office@hpuc.org
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SUMMARY:Learn to Crochet - Granny Square
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Crochet – Granny Square \nDiscover the art of crocheting the classic granny square! No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm for this traditional craft. In this three-hour class\, you’ll learn how to hold the yarn and hook and create a simple granny square using the chain 4 method and double crochet. You’ll also understand how to change colors and finish the square. This class is designed to be engaging and enjoyable\, making it a family-friendly experience for children (7+) and adults alike! \nLevel: Beginner. No prior experience needed. \nPre-requisites: None \nIncluded in class: 3 balls of Happy Yarn (47 yds / 20g)\, a 5mm crochet hook\, and a darning needle.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/learn-to-crochet-granny-square-8/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Fiber Friends Studios\, Inc.\, 1744 E 55th Street\, Chicago\, 60615
CATEGORIES:Art/Arts & Crafts,Educational/Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiber Friends Studios%2C Inc.":MAILTO:tina@FiberFriendsStudios.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
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SUMMARY:Woobles Club
DESCRIPTION:Woobles Club \nKids aged 7 to 18 are welcome to join Woobles Club\, a place where they can learn\, get some help\, or just hang out with other Wooblers! Karla Ocampo is leading the club\, and she’s all about keeping kids engaged and inspired to finish their Woobles. \nWooble kits are sold separately and aren’t included in the club fee. Kits can be purchased at the time of the class. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and a small snack (nothing with nuts\, please). \nLevel:  Beginner. No experience necessary \nPre-requisites: Ages 7 – 18 \nDates: \nClub meets 1:30 – 3:00 on select Saturdays.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/woobles-club-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Fiber Friends Studios\, Inc.\, 1744 E 55th Street\, Chicago\, 60615
CATEGORIES:Art/Arts & Crafts,Educational/Class,Family Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiber Friends Studios%2C Inc.":MAILTO:tina@FiberFriendsStudios.com
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SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelet Club
DESCRIPTION:Friendship Bracelet Club \nKids aged 7 to 18 are welcome to join Friendship Bracelet Club\, a place where they can learn\, get some help\, or make! Karla Ocampo is leading the club\, and she’s all about keeping kids engaged and inspired to make friendship bracelets. \nKids can choose 3-4 DMC threads included in the class cost. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and a small snack (nothing with nuts\, please). \nLevel:  Beginner. No experience necessary \nPre-requisites: Ages 7 – 18 \nIncluded in class:  \nKids can choose 3-4 DMC threads and a cardboard loom. \nDates: \nClub meets 3:00 – 4:30 on select Saturdays.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/friendship-bracelet-club-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Fiber Friends Studios\, Inc.\, 1744 E 55th Street\, Chicago\, 60615
CATEGORIES:Art/Arts & Crafts,Educational/Class,Family Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fiber Friends Studios%2C Inc.":MAILTO:tina@FiberFriendsStudios.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Community Players Presents Stop Kiss
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Community Players Presents Stop Kiss \nWhen Sara and Callie first meet in 1990s New York City\, sparks fly … maybe. Over late-night conversations\, wine\, and takeout\, they get to know each other and take tentative steps toward a romantic relationship. When their first kiss is ended by a violent\, homophobic attack\, they’re forced to make big decisions about the future and whether they’ll spend it together or apart. \nStop Kiss by Diana Son\ndirected by Marilyn Cavicchia\nFridays – April 10 / April 17 at 7:30 p.m. \nSaturdays – April 11 / April 18 at 7:30 p.m. \nSundays – April 12 / April 19 at 3 p.m. \nAt University Church\, 5655 S University Avenue \nGet Your Advance Tickets here! \nAdvance tickets are $15 each\, plus a small processing fee. Tickets at the door are $20 general admission and $18 for students and seniors. (Please note: Advance ticket sales close 24 hours before each show. After that point\, tickets are available only at the door and not at the advance ticket price.)
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hpcp-presents-stop-kiss-6/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:University Church\, 5655 S. University Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance/Theatre/Cabaret
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SUMMARY:Out Here
DESCRIPTION:Out Here \nLife happens outside of your comfort zone. Out Here is a world-premiere musical\, a thrilling collaboration between Court Theatre and the University of Chicago\, and an intimate look at a family reconfiguring itself and rediscovering joy. \nDawn has a house\, a husband\, and a family\, but she wants more. She wants her ex-girlfriend\, Robin. She wants nothing to change and she wants everything to change\, and she wants it all on her own terms. As she’s caught between what’s been and what’s next\, Dawn must learn to abandon expectations\, harmonize with loved ones\, and trust the process. If she can do all that\, she might just learn a new song. Strikingly original and unabashedly queer\, Out Here explores the freedom of relinquishing control\, and how\, sometimes\, you have to break something apart to create something better. \nAcclaimed director Chay Yew makes his Court directorial debut with this charming and bold coming-of-age story\, bringing the 2025/26 season to a jubilant conclusion. \nAccessible Performances: \n\nTouch Tour: Saturday\, May 2 at 12:30pm\nAudio Description and ASL Interpretation: Saturday\, May 2 at 2:00pm\nOpen Captioning: Sunday\, May 3 at 2:00pm
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/out-here/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Court Theatre\, 5535 S. Ellis Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance/Theatre/Cabaret
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