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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/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Union Church\, 5600 S. Woodlawn Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Farmers Market\nThe South East Chicago Commission and Special Service Area #61 proudly present the Hyde Park Farmers Market\, thanks to the partnership of Hyde Park Bank.  The new market reveals an entirely fresh look with all new logistics\, giving residents and visitors a chance to shop on the weekends and experience an infusion of healthy food\, lifestyles\, arts and culture. \nShoppers will find fresh produce from local Illinois farms\, freshly baked breads and desserts\, beautiful plants\, packaged foods\, personal beauty supplies\, and traditional farmers market fare. Several market vendors accept Mastercard and Visa\, LinkUp and SNAP payments in addition to cash. \n\n\n\n\nThe Hyde Park Farmers Market: \n\nEach Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm\n1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West\n(Hyde Park Bank parking lot)\nFacebook Page\nInstagram Page\n\nThe Market begins with the grand opening on Sunday\, June 1 and the season continues through Sunday\, September 28\, 2025.  You are invited to experience the new energy\, entertainment\, community engagement and a fantastically-curated collection of vendors.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-farmers-market/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Market
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ORGANIZER;CN="South East Chicago Commission":MAILTO:info@secc-chicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T191034Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Sunday Concert Series - POWERPLAY FYI
DESCRIPTION:Summer Sunday Concert Series – POWERPLAY FYI\n\nDon’t miss the 2025 season of the George Franklin Memorial Summer Sunday Concert Series\, starting Sunday\, July 13\, and continuing every Sunday afternoon through August 17 from 4-6 p.m. at Nichols Park in Hyde Park – 1355 E. 53rd Street.\n\nThe concerts are free\, so organize your family and friends\, grab a blanket and chairs\, pack a picnic or visit a local Hyde Park restaurant for takeout\, and enjoy one of Hyde Park’s favorite summertime traditions.\n\nSCHEDULE\n\nJuly 13 – POWERPLAY FYI – sponsored by Downtown Hyde Park – SSA #61 / Toni Preckwinkle – Cook County Board President\n\nJuly 20 – JAVON WATSON EXPERIENCE – sponsored by Superman / Kimbark Plaza Merchants Association / Small Cheval\n\nJuly 27 – ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS – Sponsored by BMO Bank / Hyatt Place Hotel /Sophy Hotel\n\nAugust 3 – LOS GALLOS BAND – sponsored by La Rabida Children’s Hospital / Airbnb\n\nAugust 10 – BARRY & THE FOUNTAINS – sponsored by Xfinity\n\nAugust 17 – SHERYL YOUNGBLOOD BAND – sponsored by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference / University of Chicago\n\nFREE ADMISSION / OPEN LAWN SEATING / BRING CHAIRS & PICNIC BLANKETS / NO GRILLING\, SMOKING\, OR ALCOHOL USE\nhttps://4thon53rdparade.com/concerts
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/summer-sunday-concert-series-powerplay-fyi/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
CREATED:20250623T163425Z
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SUMMARY:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern \nJoin us at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern every Tuesday starting July 8th for an exciting evening of interactive trivia hosted by Ben! Experience six engaging rounds where all questions and answers are presented on TVs via PowerPoint\, making it easy for everyone to follow along and participate. Each round features picture clues to help your team crack the answers\, adding a fun visual twist to the challenge. \nEnjoy food and drink specials throughout the evening!
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/tipsy-trivia-at-daisys-po-boy-and-tavern/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern\, 5215 S. Harper Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer/Cocktails/Wine,Community,Trivia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
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SUMMARY:Movies on the Midway - Moana 2
DESCRIPTION:Movies on the Midway – Moana 2 \nThe UChicago Office of Civic Engagement is teaming up with the Chicago Park District again this summer for the annual Movies on the Midway summer movie series. On Wednesdays beginning July 9\, attendees will enjoy a slate of family-friendly films and themed activities at 1130 Midway Plaisance\, between Ellis and University Avenues. Activities take place beginning at 7 p.m.\, and movies start at sunset. \nThis year’s series has five blockbuster hits you won’t want to miss. Grab a friend\, grab some chairs\, and come enjoy this summer classic. The series is set to run through August 9\, with August 16 held as a rain date. \nJuly 16: Moana 2 \nReady to ride the waves? Aloha Chicago brings the islands to you with an interactive hula show! Learn traditional dances\, snap photos with dazzling performers\, and get swept away by the rhythm of the Pacific. \nJuly 23: Inside Out 2 \nHow are you feeling today? Express your emotions by using colorful beads that reflect your mood to create a custom-made bracelet with the Hyde Park Art Center. Wear it proudly during the movie—your feelings deserve the spotlight! \nJuly 30: Minecraft \nCraft your character—IRL—with the Hyde Park Art Center! Create your own pixel-perfect cardboard face using mini squares of colored paper. Whether it’s you or your favorite Minecraft avatar\, your masterpiece becomes a mask to wear as you wait for the adventure to begin! \nAugust 6: Wicked \nGet swept up in the magic before the movie even starts! Enjoy a dazzling dance performance by the Hyde Park School of Dance and then jump into a mini-musical theater workshop. It’s your chance to sing\, move\, and feel a little “Popular” before the lights go down.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/movies-on-the-midway-moana-2/
LOCATION:Midway Plaisance
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Film,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T183000
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale\n\nThe Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale is back for 2025!\n\nVisit your favorite businesses at the Hyde Park Shopping Center Thursday-Saturday\, July 17-19 from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. each day\, and enjoy great savings on must-have items. See you there!\n\n*Play Toys – 1502 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% off select items\, lots of dings and dents but ready for play. No gift wrapping available and no returns.\n\nWesley’s Shoes – 1506 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% savings on select women’s clothing tops and bottoms\, men’s and women’s sandals\, running shoes\, dress shoes\, and much more.\n\nSponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with the Downtown Hyde Park and the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce.\nhttps://hpsidewalk.com/
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-summer-sidewalk-sale/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Shopping Center\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
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SUMMARY:Sip & Sing
DESCRIPTION:Sip & Sing \nBe Bold. Be Heard. Let’s sing to our heart’s desires. Sip & Sing is every Third Thursday at Sip & Savor. Handcrafted beer By Turner Haus Brewery and Kocktails 4 da Krib for purchase.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/sip-sing/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Sip & Savor\, 78 E. 47th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer/Cocktails/Wine,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
CREATED:20250709T185333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T185333Z
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SUMMARY:Grown Folks Stories
DESCRIPTION:  \nDoors 6 PM \nShow 7 PM \nCreated by Cara Brigandi and Eric Williams\, owner of The Silver Room\, Grown Folks Stories is two hours of five-minute stories of our community\, told by our community\, that range from hilarious to absolutely real. You’ll laugh\, you’ll cry\, you’ll cringe\, you’ll feel. \nCome join this ever-popular gathering of nonprofessional\, unrehearsed storytellers\, who give us the real stories we live every day. There is no theme\, no judging\, no poetry\, no readings. It’s storytelling that you’ve never experienced before. Hosted by Binkey\, and sponsored by The Silver Room every third Thursday of the month! \nAge 21+. Doors open and sign-ups start at 6:00 pm. \nHosted by Binkey
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/grown-folks-stories/
LOCATION:The Promontory
CATEGORIES:Community,Performance/Theatre/Cabaret,Spoken Word/Poetry/Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040927
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T155350Z
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale\n\nThe Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale is back for 2025!\n\nVisit your favorite businesses at the Hyde Park Shopping Center Thursday-Saturday\, July 17-19 from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. each day\, and enjoy great savings on must-have items. See you there!\n\n*Play Toys – 1502 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% off select items\, lots of dings and dents but ready for play. No gift wrapping available and no returns.\n\nWesley’s Shoes – 1506 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% savings on select women’s clothing tops and bottoms\, men’s and women’s sandals\, running shoes\, dress shoes\, and much more.\n\nSponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with the Downtown Hyde Park and the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce.\nhttps://hpsidewalk.com/
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-summer-sidewalk-sale/2025-07-18/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Shopping Center\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250624T154826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T155350Z
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale\n\nThe Hyde Park Summer Sidewalk Sale is back for 2025!\n\nVisit your favorite businesses at the Hyde Park Shopping Center Thursday-Saturday\, July 17-19 from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. each day\, and enjoy great savings on must-have items. See you there!\n\n*Play Toys – 1502 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% off select items\, lots of dings and dents but ready for play. No gift wrapping available and no returns.\n\nWesley’s Shoes – 1506 E. 55th StreetUp to 70% savings on select women’s clothing tops and bottoms\, men’s and women’s sandals\, running shoes\, dress shoes\, and much more.\n\nSponsored by the University of Chicago in partnership with the Downtown Hyde Park and the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce.\nhttps://hpsidewalk.com/
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-summer-sidewalk-sale/2025-07-19/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Shopping Center\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
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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/2025-07-19/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250710T152818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T210843Z
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SUMMARY:Hyde Park Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Farmers Market\nThe South East Chicago Commission and Special Service Area #61 proudly present the Hyde Park Farmers Market\, thanks to the partnership of Hyde Park Bank.  The new market reveals an entirely fresh look with all new logistics\, giving residents and visitors a chance to shop on the weekends and experience an infusion of healthy food\, lifestyles\, arts and culture. \nShoppers will find fresh produce from local Illinois farms\, freshly baked breads and desserts\, beautiful plants\, packaged foods\, personal beauty supplies\, and traditional farmers market fare. Several market vendors accept Mastercard and Visa\, LinkUp and SNAP payments in addition to cash. \n\n\n\n\nThe Hyde Park Farmers Market: \n\nEach Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm\n1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West\n(Hyde Park Bank parking lot)\nFacebook Page\nInstagram Page\n\nThe Market begins with the grand opening on Sunday\, June 1 and the season continues through Sunday\, September 28\, 2025.  You are invited to experience the new energy\, entertainment\, community engagement and a fantastically-curated collection of vendors.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-farmers-market/2025-07-20/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Market
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ORGANIZER;CN="South East Chicago Commission":MAILTO:info@secc-chicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250612T191346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T191346Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Sunday Concert Series - JAVON WATSON EXPERIENCE
DESCRIPTION:Summer Sunday Concert Series – JAVON WATSON EXPERIENCE\n\nDon’t miss the 2025 season of the George Franklin Memorial Summer Sunday Concert Series\, starting Sunday\, July 13\, and continuing every Sunday afternoon through August 17 from 4-6 p.m. at Nichols Park in Hyde Park – 1355 E. 53rd Street.\n\nThe concerts are free\, so organize your family and friends\, grab a blanket and chairs\, pack a picnic or visit a local Hyde Park restaurant for takeout\, and enjoy one of Hyde Park’s favorite summertime traditions.\n\nSCHEDULE\n\nJuly 20 – JAVON WATSON EXPERIENCE – sponsored by Superman / Kimbark Plaza Merchants Association / Small Cheval\n\nJuly 27 – ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS – Sponsored by BMO Bank / Hyatt Place Hotel /Sophy Hotel\n\nAugust 3 – LOS GALLOS BAND – sponsored by La Rabida Children’s Hospital / Airbnb\n\nAugust 10 – BARRY & THE FOUNTAINS – sponsored by Xfinity\n\nAugust 17 – SHERYL YOUNGBLOOD BAND – sponsored by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference / University of Chicago\n\nFREE ADMISSION / OPEN LAWN SEATING / BRING CHAIRS & PICNIC BLANKETS / NO GRILLING\, SMOKING\, OR ALCOHOL USE\nhttps://4thon53rdparade.com/concerts
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/summer-sunday-concert-series-javon-watson-experience/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250623T163425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163425Z
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SUMMARY:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern \nJoin us at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern every Tuesday starting July 8th for an exciting evening of interactive trivia hosted by Ben! Experience six engaging rounds where all questions and answers are presented on TVs via PowerPoint\, making it easy for everyone to follow along and participate. Each round features picture clues to help your team crack the answers\, adding a fun visual twist to the challenge. \nEnjoy food and drink specials throughout the evening!
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/tipsy-trivia-at-daisys-po-boy-and-tavern/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern\, 5215 S. Harper Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer/Cocktails/Wine,Community,Trivia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250204T161708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T205659Z
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SUMMARY:Committed Knitters
DESCRIPTION:Committed Knitters\nCommitted Knitters meets bi-weekly at the Arts Incubator Flex Space for a cozy\, creative gathering open to all skill levels. \nCommitted Knitters invites you to our bi-weekly gatherings at the Arts Incubator Flex Space. Whether you’re a longtime knitter or picking up needles for the very first time\, you’re welcome here. Come spend time in community\, exchange ideas\, and make steady progress on your projects in a relaxed\, creative setting. \nSupplies are provided—just bring yourself. \nDrop in anytime. \nRegistration is not required\, but encouraged to receive email updates and reminders about the other dates in this series.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/committed-knitters-2/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:UChicago Arts Incubator\, 301 E. Garfield Boulevard\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art/Arts & Crafts,Community,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="UChicago Arts + Public Life":MAILTO:artsandpubliclife@uchicago.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250623T152734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T152734Z
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SUMMARY:Movies on the Midway - Inside Out 2
DESCRIPTION:Movies on the Midway – Inside Out 2 \nThe UChicago Office of Civic Engagement is teaming up with the Chicago Park District again this summer for the annual Movies on the Midway summer movie series. On Wednesdays beginning July 9\, attendees will enjoy a slate of family-friendly films and themed activities at 1130 Midway Plaisance\, between Ellis and University Avenues. Activities take place beginning at 7 p.m.\, and movies start at sunset. \nThis year’s series has five blockbuster hits you won’t want to miss. Grab a friend\, grab some chairs\, and come enjoy this summer classic. The series is set to run through August 9\, with August 16 held as a rain date. \nJuly 23: Inside Out 2 \nHow are you feeling today? Express your emotions by using colorful beads that reflect your mood to create a custom-made bracelet with the Hyde Park Art Center. Wear it proudly during the movie—your feelings deserve the spotlight! \nJuly 30: Minecraft \nCraft your character—IRL—with the Hyde Park Art Center! Create your own pixel-perfect cardboard face using mini squares of colored paper. Whether it’s you or your favorite Minecraft avatar\, your masterpiece becomes a mask to wear as you wait for the adventure to begin! \nAugust 6: Wicked \nGet swept up in the magic before the movie even starts! Enjoy a dazzling dance performance by the Hyde Park School of Dance and then jump into a mini-musical theater workshop. It’s your chance to sing\, move\, and feel a little “Popular” before the lights go down.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/movies-on-the-midway-inside-out-2/
LOCATION:Midway Plaisance
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250702T154344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T163650Z
UID:10006651-1753380000-1753387200@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series
DESCRIPTION:DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series \nJoin us for a summer of unforgettable sounds at the DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series at the DuSable Museum! From jazz to soul and everything in between\, enjoy an exciting lineup of Chicago’s finest talent—live and outdoors on the Roundhouse Plaza.  \nDoors open at 5:00 PM\nShow starts at 6:00 PM\nFree Admission  Register Here  \nPerformance Lineup:  \n\nJune 26 – Josiah Maddox\, Ox Jam\, and Vince Adams \nJuly 10 – Thaddeus Tukes \nJuly 24 – Hector Silveira \nAugust 7 – Joyce Hurley with Park and Ride \nAugust 21 – Simone Green \nSeptember 7 – Marqueal Jordan \nSeptember 18 – The J Grant Experience \n\nLet the music move you this summer at DuSable! 
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/dusummer-thursdays-outdoor-music-series/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center\, 740 E. 56th Place\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250702T185625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T230745Z
UID:10006662-1753470000-1753480800@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Green Line Cinema | Moonlight
DESCRIPTION:Green Line Cinema | Moonlight \nArts + Public Life invites you to join us for Green Line Cinema\, a monthly series of movie nights and chill sunset activities\, all part of Summer on the Arts Lawn. \nEach month\, we’ll gather at dusk for live performance\, pop-up vendors\, and food trucks. When the sun goes down\, we’ll screen films on the side of the Green Line Performing Arts Center—an open-air cinema experience made for community connection. Bring your blanket\, your best people\, and your favorite snacks.  We’ll have space for you to stretch out\, settle in\, and soak up the summer evening vibes with your neighbors. \nThe first movie on July 25 will be Moonlight\, a vital portrait of contemporary African-American life and an intensely personal and poetic meditation on identity\, family\, friendship\, and love\, Moonlight is a groundbreaking piece of cinema that reverberates with deep compassion and universal truths. Before the movie starts\, you can also enjoy the queer trivia contest\, ReformedSchool’s LGBTQ merch\, local food trucks\, and an Arts Block tour.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/green-line-cinema-moonlight/
LOCATION:The Arts Lawn\, 335 E. Garfield Blvd\, Chicago\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Community,Film,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="UChicago Arts + Public Life":MAILTO:artsandpubliclife@uchicago.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20230419T203009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T155713Z
UID:10004551-1753524000-1753534800@welcometohydepark.com
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/2025-07-26/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250725T141812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T141812Z
UID:10006713-1753531200-1753545600@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:10 Year Anniversary at Sprocket & Stone
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as we celebrate 10 years! Hyde Park Cats will be here from 12-4 with a few of their adoptables!! Enjoy some food\, refreshments and deals on a lot of your favorite brands!!
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/10-year-anniversary-at-sprocket-stone/
LOCATION:Sprocket & Stone\, 1013 E 53rd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Shopping
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250710T152818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T210843Z
UID:10006695-1753606800-1753624800@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Hyde Park Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Hyde Park Farmers Market\nThe South East Chicago Commission and Special Service Area #61 proudly present the Hyde Park Farmers Market\, thanks to the partnership of Hyde Park Bank.  The new market reveals an entirely fresh look with all new logistics\, giving residents and visitors a chance to shop on the weekends and experience an infusion of healthy food\, lifestyles\, arts and culture. \nShoppers will find fresh produce from local Illinois farms\, freshly baked breads and desserts\, beautiful plants\, packaged foods\, personal beauty supplies\, and traditional farmers market fare. Several market vendors accept Mastercard and Visa\, LinkUp and SNAP payments in addition to cash. \n\n\n\n\nThe Hyde Park Farmers Market: \n\nEach Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm\n1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West\n(Hyde Park Bank parking lot)\nFacebook Page\nInstagram Page\n\nThe Market begins with the grand opening on Sunday\, June 1 and the season continues through Sunday\, September 28\, 2025.  You are invited to experience the new energy\, entertainment\, community engagement and a fantastically-curated collection of vendors.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/hyde-park-farmers-market/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Market
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ORGANIZER;CN="South East Chicago Commission":MAILTO:info@secc-chicago.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250612T191622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T191622Z
UID:10006448-1753632000-1753639200@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Summer Sunday Concert Series - ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS
DESCRIPTION:Summer Sunday Concert Series – ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS\n\nDon’t miss the 2025 season of the George Franklin Memorial Summer Sunday Concert Series\, starting Sunday\, July 13\, and continuing every Sunday afternoon through August 17 from 4-6 p.m. at Nichols Park in Hyde Park – 1355 E. 53rd Street.\n\nThe concerts are free\, so organize your family and friends\, grab a blanket and chairs\, pack a picnic or visit a local Hyde Park restaurant for takeout\, and enjoy one of Hyde Park’s favorite summertime traditions.\n\nSCHEDULE\n\nJuly 27 – ANTOINE ANTHONY & THE CHICAGO PLAYERS – Sponsored by BMO Bank / Hyatt Place Hotel /Sophy Hotel\n\nAugust 3 – LOS GALLOS BAND – sponsored by La Rabida Children’s Hospital / Airbnb\n\nAugust 10 – BARRY & THE FOUNTAINS – sponsored by Xfinity\n\nAugust 17 – SHERYL YOUNGBLOOD BAND – sponsored by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference / University of Chicago\n\nFREE ADMISSION / OPEN LAWN SEATING / BRING CHAIRS & PICNIC BLANKETS / NO GRILLING\, SMOKING\, OR ALCOHOL USE\nhttps://4thon53rdparade.com/concerts
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/summer-sunday-concert-series-antoine-anthony-the-chicago-players/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250623T163425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163425Z
UID:10006577-1753815600-1753822800@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Tipsy Trivia at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern \nJoin us at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern every Tuesday starting July 8th for an exciting evening of interactive trivia hosted by Ben! Experience six engaging rounds where all questions and answers are presented on TVs via PowerPoint\, making it easy for everyone to follow along and participate. Each round features picture clues to help your team crack the answers\, adding a fun visual twist to the challenge. \nEnjoy food and drink specials throughout the evening!
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/tipsy-trivia-at-daisys-po-boy-and-tavern/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern\, 5215 S. Harper Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer/Cocktails/Wine,Community,Trivia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250623T152943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T152943Z
UID:10006572-1753902000-1753911000@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Movies on the Midway - Minecraft
DESCRIPTION:Movies on the Midway – Minecraft \nThe UChicago Office of Civic Engagement is teaming up with the Chicago Park District again this summer for the annual Movies on the Midway summer movie series. On Wednesdays beginning July 9\, attendees will enjoy a slate of family-friendly films and themed activities at 1130 Midway Plaisance\, between Ellis and University Avenues. Activities take place beginning at 7 p.m.\, and movies start at sunset. \nThis year’s series has five blockbuster hits you won’t want to miss. Grab a friend\, grab some chairs\, and come enjoy this summer classic. The series is set to run through August 9\, with August 16 held as a rain date. \nJuly 30: Minecraft \nCraft your character—IRL—with the Hyde Park Art Center! Create your own pixel-perfect cardboard face using mini squares of colored paper. Whether it’s you or your favorite Minecraft avatar\, your masterpiece becomes a mask to wear as you wait for the adventure to begin! \nAugust 6: Wicked \nGet swept up in the magic before the movie even starts! Enjoy a dazzling dance performance by the Hyde Park School of Dance and then jump into a mini-musical theater workshop. It’s your chance to sing\, move\, and feel a little “Popular” before the lights go down.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/movies-on-the-midway-minecraft/
LOCATION:Midway Plaisance
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Fun,Film,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250728T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T171420Z
UID:10006732-1754071200-1754074800@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Summer Shakespeare in the Park - The Taming of the Shrew
DESCRIPTION:Summer Shakespeare in the Park – The Taming of the Shrew \nJoin us for our annual Summer Shakespeare in the Park! \nLucentio loves Bianca but cannot court her until her older sister Katharina marries. The eccentric Petruccio marries the reluctant Katharina and attempts to “tame” her into an obedient wife. \nPerformances Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday on August 1-3 and Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday on August 8-10 in Nichols Park starting at 6:00 pm. \nFree to watch\, donations encouraged! We will pass the hat after the shows or you can donate here. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on the grass.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/summer-shakespeare-in-the-park-the-taming-of-the-shrew-2/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Performance/Theatre/Cabaret
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250626T181557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T160803Z
UID:10006586-1754074800-1754080200@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk and Signing - Bones at the Crossroads with LaDarrion Williams
DESCRIPTION:Book Talk and Signing – Bones at the Crossroads with LaDarrion Williams \nJoin us on Friday\, August 1 at 7 p.m. as we celebrate the follow-up book in LaDarrion Williams’ Blood at the Root series\, Bones at the Crossroads! LaDarrion will be joined in conversation with Chicago author Julian Randall! \nBooks will be available to purchase either with admission or on-site during the event. \nIn the sequel to the “unforgettable” (People)\, New York Times bestselling fantasy debut Blood at the Root\, a Black teenager with magical powers returns to Caiman University only to find new dangers and new secrets. \nIt’s Homecoming season at Caiman University\, and all 17-year-old Malik Baron wants to do is be a regular college student…or as regular as he can get at a magical HBCU for young\, Black Conjurers. He’s ready to go to parties\, hang out with his new friends\, choose a major\, and talk to girls. Instead\, he’s reeling from a summer of revelations\, heartbreak and betrayal\, and still uncovering the truth about his powers and his legacy.The family he only just discovered is already fractured beyond repair\, and a new relative who shows up on his doorstep brings even more questions. Then there’s the mother he risked everything to find\, who might be the biggest threat to the life he’s trying to build. To protect his new community\, Malik joins an elite secret society with roots in ancient magic. \nHis journey takes him even deeper into his own heritage and the history of the magical world\, while bringing him closer to a classmate whose friendship might mean something more\, if Malik is ready to let her in. But how can he use powers he can’t even control to defend a world he’s not sure will ever fully accept him? And as the pressure and danger builds\, will he be able to confront the deepening cracks within the magical society\, and those building within himself? \nLaDarrion Williams is a Los Angeles based-playwright\, filmmaker\, author\, and screenwriter whose goal is to cultivate a new era of Black fantasy\, providing space and agency for Black characters and stories in a new\, fresh and fantastical way. He is currently a resident playwright/co-creator of The Black Creators Collective\, where his play UMOJA made its West Coast premiere in January 2022 and produced North Hollywood’s first Black playwrights festival at the Waco Theater Center. Blood at the Root is his first novel. His viral and award-winning short film based on the same concept\, is currently on YouTube and Amazon Prime. \nJulian Randall is a Living Queer Black author from Chicago. He has received fellowships from Cave Canem\, CantoMundo\, Callaloo\, and the Watering Hole. Julian is the recipient of a Pushcart Prize and the winner of the 2019 Betty Berzon Emerging Writer Award from the Publishing Triangle. Julian is the author of five books across three genres. For adults Refuse (Pitt\, 2018)\, winner of the 2017 Cave Canem Poetry Prize and a finalist for a 2019 NAACP Image Award and The Dead Don’t Need Reminding: In Search of Fugitives\, Mississippi and Black TV Nerd Sh!t (Bold Type Books\, May 2024). For younger readers: the Pilar Ramirez duology and the middle grade novel The Chainbreakers (all from Holt Books for Young Readers).
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/book-talk-signing-bones-at-the-crossroads-with-ladarrion-williams/
LOCATION:Call and Response Books\, 1390 E Hyde Park Blvd.\, Chicago\, 60615
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Lecture/Literary/Book Signing/Storytime
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ORGANIZER;CN="Call and Response Books":MAILTO:info@callandresponsechi.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20230419T203009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T155713Z
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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/2025-08-02/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250711T120237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T173737Z
UID:10006709-1754150400-1754157600@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Àkójọpọ̀ Presents: South Side Sisters\, Sounds\, Stories Night Out In The Parks
DESCRIPTION:South Side Sisters\, Sounds\, and Stories\n\n\n“South Side Sisters\, Sounds\, & Stories” is an outdoor storytelling concert celebrating the remarkable musical and historical legacies of four pioneering women composers from Chicago’s South Side: Nora Holt\, Florence Price\, Margaret Bonds\, and Betty Jackson King. \nExperience an unforgettable evening where music\, dance\, multimedia\, and storytelling come together to spotlight the extraordinary works and lives of these trailblazing composers. This vibrant\, under-the-stars program of tunes and tales goes beyond the traditional concert experience\, featuring engaging moments such as audience sing-alongs and thoughtful historical and musicological reflections. \nWhether you’re a longtime classical music enthusiast or a newcomer\, this event is sure to resonate. Celebrate the enduring impact of Black women in classical music and immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Chicago’s South Side. \nThis event is presented by Àkójọpọ̀ in partnership with the Chicago Park District\, with support from the Chicago Community Trust\, the Driehaus Foundation\, and the Prince Charitable Trusts. \nExperience an unforgettable evening where music\, dance\, multimedia\, and storytelling come together to spotlight the extraordinary works and lives of these trailblazing composers. This vibrant\, under-the-stars program of tunes and tales goes beyond the traditional concert experience\, featuring engaging moments such as audience sing-alongs and thoughtful historical and musicological reflections. \nWhether you’re a longtime classical music enthusiast or a newcomer\, this event is sure to resonate. Celebrate the enduring impact of Black women in classical music and immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Chicago’s South Side. \nThis event is presented by Àkójọpọ̀ in partnership with the Chicago Park District\, with support from the Chicago Community Trust\, the Driehaus Foundation\, and the Prince Charitable Trusts.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/akojopo-presents-south-side-sisters-sounds-stories-night-out-in-the-parks/
LOCATION:Kennicot Park\, 4434 S. Lake Park Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Dance,Free,Spoken Word/Poetry/Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Akojopo Music Foundation":MAILTO:hello@akojopo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250731T163649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T164121Z
UID:10006755-1754154000-1754164800@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:The Sweet Mix at Strugglebeard Bakery
DESCRIPTION:The Sweet Mix at Strugglebeard Bakery \nDon’t miss The Sweet Mix at Strugglebeard Bakery on select Saturdays in August from 5-8 p.m. at 5221 S. Harper Court. \nEnjoy a $10 treat and drink combo with a cookie or brownie paired with an iced coffee\, tea\, or espresso while you listen to DJ sets by Jeff Da Illest\, Leon Rogers\, DJ Air One\, and I Am Will. \nSaturday\, August 2 – DJ Jeff Da Illest \nSaturday\, August 9 – DJ Leon Rogers \nSaturday\, August 16 – DJ Air One  \nSaturday\, August 23 – DJ I Am Will
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/the-sweet-mix-at-strugglebeard-bakery/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Strugglebeard Bakery\, 5221 S. Harper Court\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert/Live Music/DJ/Karoke,Dining
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T040928
CREATED:20250728T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T171420Z
UID:10006744-1754157600-1754161200@welcometohydepark.com
SUMMARY:Summer Shakespeare in the Park - The Taming of the Shrew
DESCRIPTION:Summer Shakespeare in the Park – The Taming of the Shrew \nJoin us for our annual Summer Shakespeare in the Park! \nLucentio loves Bianca but cannot court her until her older sister Katharina marries. The eccentric Petruccio marries the reluctant Katharina and attempts to “tame” her into an obedient wife. \nPerformances Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday on August 1-3 and Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday on August 8-10 in Nichols Park starting at 6:00 pm. \nFree to watch\, donations encouraged! We will pass the hat after the shows or you can donate here. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on the grass.
URL:https://welcometohydepark.com/event/summer-shakespeare-in-the-park-the-taming-of-the-shrew-2/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Performance/Theatre/Cabaret
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