Welcome To Hyde Park

Jeopardy Bar League at Truth Be Told
2026-01-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-11 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Truth Be Told, 1227 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Jeopardy Bar League at Truth Be Told
Get ready for Jeopardy Bar League, a live version of the iconic TV show, at Truth be Told, Sundays from 6 – 8 pm starting November 16.
See you there!

Bob's Pizza Game Day Party
2026-01-18 17:00 - 20:30 | IL
Bob’s Pizza Game Day Party
Watch the Bears game at Bob’s Pizza with BOGO pizza and half price Old Style cans from 5-8:30 p.m.
Dine in only / limit one free pizza

Bears vs. Rams Watch Party at Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern
2026-01-18 16:00 - 21:00 | Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern, 5215 S. Harper Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Bears vs. Rams Watch Party at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern

Join us at Daisy’s as the Chicago Bears take on the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Playoffs!

Doors open at 4 pm CST
Kickoff is at 5:30 pm CST
Game Day specials will be available, including smashburger and fries, chicken patty sandwich and fries, or “Pick 6” wings for $10; $5 beer and whisky shots; in-house combos with boozy or non-alcoholic cocktails; or bring home a party tray!

Julia Bullock and Seth Parker Woods with Conor Hanick
2026-01-18 15:00 - 16:30 | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, 915 East 60th Street, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Julia Bullock and Seth Parker Woods with Conor Hanick
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated cellist Seth Parker Woods propels classical music into the future through projects that delve deep into our cultural fabric. GRAMMY-winning American classical singer Julia Bullock combines versatile artistry with a probing intellect and commanding stage presence. In a powerful collaboration with esteemed pianist Conor Hanick, this “cellist of power and grace” (The Guardian) and “velvety soprano shot through with steel” (Musical America) push the classical music envelope through daring programming and a shared social consciousness.

Neighborhood Skates - Free Skateboarding Lessons
2026-01-18 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-11 12:00 - 14:00 | IL
Neighborhood Skates – Free Skateboarding Lessons
Neighborhood Skates expands skateboarding access on Chicago’s South Side through free, inclusive, year-round programming and community infrastructure improvements. We use skateboarding as a tool for confidence, creative expression, and belonging.
We hold free youth sessions in our indoor skatepark at the University of Chicago campus every Sunday, 12-2 PM, from January 11 – March 1.
Our sessions are best suited for youth ages 7-12 just starting out in skateboarding.
Helmets and wrist guards are required. We will have skateboards, helmets, wrist guards, knee pads, and elbow pads available to borrow for free.
In order to participate in our youth sessions, you must book a session and fill out our Youth Participation Registration Form.

Hyde Park Farmers Market
2026-01-18 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Hyde Park Farmers Market
The 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.
Shoppers 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.

The Hyde Park Farmers Market:

Each Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
1516 E 54th St – 54th Street and Old Lake Park Ave West
(Hyde Park Bank parking lot)
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The Market begins with the grand opening on Sunday, June 7 and the season continues through Sunday, September 27, 2025. You are invited to experience the new energy, entertainment, community engagement and a fantastically-curated collection of vendors.

Game Day Bar Crawl in Harper Court
2026-01-18 | 53rd Street/Harper Court, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Game Day Bar Crawl in Harper Court
What do you do when all three bars/restaurants in Harper Court are having Chicago Bears game day specials? You make it a bar crawl!
Visit Bob’s Pizza, Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern, and Ja’ Grill – all hosting watch parties in Harper Court.
Enjoy FREE PARKING all day Sunday in the Harper Court parking garage while you visit Harper Court businesses (enter on S. Lake Park Avenue just south of the McDonald’s). Free parking will NOT be offered in the outdoor lot on S. Harper Avenue.
Bob’s Pizza – 1518 E. Harper Court (starting at 5 p.m.)
Come to Bob’s for BOGO pizza and half-price Old Style cans from 5-8:30 p.m. Dine in only, and limit one free pizza per order.
Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern – 5215 S. Harper Avenue (starting at 4 p.m.)

Join us at Daisy’s as the Chicago Bears take on the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Playoffs! Doors open at 4 p.m. CST / Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. CST / Game Day specials will be available, including smashburger and fries, chicken patty sandwich and fries, or “Pick 6” wings for $10; in-house combos with boozy or non-alcoholic cocktails; or bring home a party tray!

Ja’ Grill – 1510 E. Harper Court (starting at 11 a.m.)

All-day happy hour specials / Volume ON for the game / wear Bears gear & receive 10% off your bill / pull up, eat good, drink tropical, and watch the game the right way.

Bears vs. Rams at Ja' Grill
2026-01-18 | Ja’ Grill, 1510 E. Harper Court, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Bears vs. Rams at Ja’ Grill

DIVISIONAL ROUND GAME DAY

Bears vs Rams this Sunday

All-day happy hour specials
Volume ON for the game
Wear Bears gear & receive 10% off your bill

Pull up, eat good, drink tropical, and watch the game the right way.

Friendship Bracelet Club
2026-01-17 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-01-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Friendship Bracelet Club
Kids 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.
Kids 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).
Level: Beginner. No experience necessary
Pre-requisites: Ages 7 – 18
Included in class:
Kids can choose 3-4 DMC threads and a cardboard loom.

Woobles Club
2026-01-17 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Woobles Club
Kids 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.
Wooble 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).
Level: Beginner. No experience necessary
Pre-requisites: Ages 7 – 18

The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
2026-01-17 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Hyde Park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60637
The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
The 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.
We 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.
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Volunteers 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.
Time and Location
Every Saturday (including Christmas, New Year’s Day, and July 4th) from 10 am to 1 pm;
Hyde Park Union Church
5600 S. Woodlawn — enter by the side door at 1169 E. 56th St.
Chicago, IL 60637

Daisy's Po- Boy - Gumbo for Good
2026-01-17, 2026-01-16, 2026-01-15, 2026-01-14, 2026-01-13, 2026-01-10, 2026-01-09 | Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern, 5215 S. Harper Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
Daisy’s Po- Boy – Gumbo for Good
Gumbo for Good Featured Chefs
Week 1 (January 7th-13th) – Chef Jimmy Bannos
Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern kicks off their 3rd Annual GUMBO FOR GOOD with Chef Jimmy
Bannos from Kouklas! Chef Bannos brings his culinary magic to the pot this week (Jan 7-13) as
part of “Gumbo’s Greatest Hits – a month-long celebration benefiting the Virtue Leadership
Development Program.
Week 2 (January 14th-20th) – Chef Darnell Reed
This week Chef Darnell Reed is our featured chef, bringing his soulful Southern touch to this
year’s GUMBO FOR GOOD lineup. All proceeds benefit the Virtue Leadership Development
Program. Come taste why Chef Reed’s gumbo is one for the books!
Week 3 (January 21st-27th) – Chef Lee Wolen
Get ready for an elevated gumbo experience featuring Chef Lee Wolen from Boka Restaurant
Group! This week, Chef Wolen brings his refined culinary expertise to the GUMBO FOR GOOD
series. All proceeds benefit the Virtue Leadership Development Program.
Week 4 (January 28th-February 3rd) – Chef Brian Jupiter
GUMBO FOR GOOD: Week 4 – FINAL WEEK!
Closing out GUMBO FOR GOOD with Chef Brian Jupiter from Frontier, Ina Mae’s, and Migos!
Chef Jupiter brings his signature bold flavors to the finale (Jan 28-Feb 3) of this amazing
month-long celebration benefiting the Virtue Leadership Development Program.
Don’t miss the final week!

Karaoke Thursdays at Sip & Savor
2026-01-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Sip & Savor, 78 E. 47th Street, Chicago, IL, 60653, United States
Karaoke Thursdays at Sip & Savor
Come enjoy a Karaoke night at Sip and Savor – Hyde Park! Host every third Thursday of the month!!

Tea Time Concert: Callum Smart - Violin
2026-01-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Fulton Recital Hall, Goodspeed Hall, 5845 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Tea Time Concert: Callum Smart – Violin
Experience an afternoon of virtuosic artistry with Callum Smart, acclaimed classical violinist and Assistant Professor of Violin at Carnegie Mellon University. This solo recital showcases a compelling program spanning classical masterworks and contemporary voices. Join us for an intimate concert that highlights both technical brilliance and expressive depth.
Tea and cookies are served at 4:15 p.m., with music beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Free admission

Visible Mending for Knitwear
2026-01-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Visible Mending for Knitwear
Learn to mend your knitwear with style. Bring one or two knit items and repair them in class. Students will receive a demonstration of knitwear mending techniques such as woven darning, Swiss darning/duplicate stitch, Scotch darning, and mattress stitch. A general overview of basic embroidery on knitwear will also be provided. Mending materials included.
Level: Beginner. All skill levels
Pre-requisites: None, but basic knitting and embroidery skills will come in handy. Ages 15+.
Included in class: A simple starter kit – 1 Clover darning yarn card, scrap yarn, printed technique instructions, and a tapestry needle.
What to bring: Bring one or two knit items that need repairs.

Auditions for MonteCristo2020, a Musical
2026-01-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Augustana Lutheran Church, 5500 S. Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, 60637, United States
Come and try out for MonteCristo2020, an original musical! Actors/singers of all races, genders, communities, and backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Please prepare 32 bars of a song that shows your vocal range, and wear clothes and shoes you can move comfortably in. The show itself will be May 29-31 and June 5-7. We also need musicians! Details are at the link.

Learn to Crochet - Granny Square
2026-01-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Fiber Friends Studios, Inc., 1744 E 55th Street, Chicago, 60615
Learn to Crochet – Granny Square
Discover 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!
Level: Beginner. No prior experience needed.
Pre-requisites: None
Included in class: 3 balls of Happy Yarn (47 yds / 20g), a 5mm crochet hook, and a darning needle.

Pro Arte Quartet
2026-01-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, 915 East 60th Street, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Pro Arte Quartet
January 9, 2026 | 7:30PM
Logan Center Performance Hall
915 E. 60th Street
The first and only quartet ever to reach its centennial anniversary, the Pro Arte Quartet brings a remarkable century of experience behind every note. Founded in Brussels in 1912, Pro Arte has been in residence at the University of Wisconsin-Madison since 1940. The ensemble boasts a storied history — Bartók’s monumental fourth quartet is dedicated to Pro Arte, and they premiered Barber’s iconic Op. 11 (“Adagio for Strings”).
Pro Arte Quartet’s UChicago program explores voices old and new: Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte—a work full of subtle, technicolor transitions; contemporary Ukrainian composer Denys Lytvynenko’s sorrowful String Quartet No. 2; and Beethoven’s String Quartet in F Major, Op. 59, No. 1, the second of the composer’s beloved, Russian-inspired “Rasumovsky” quartet cycle.
Free admission
