Please read the below message from the Lollapalooza organizers regarding the festival, which started yesterday:
Dear Neighbor,
We are pleased to return to Grant Park, the perfect showcase for the world’s premier music festival, Lollapalooza. As a courtesy and show of continuing cooperation, it is important to us to share with our neighbors some of the detail for this year’s festival.
Lollapalooza will be taking place from Thursday, July 29th at 11:00am to Sunday, August 1st at roughly 10:00pm. The venue closes each evening shortly after 10:00pm. A map which illustrates access points, stages, and vendors can be found here on our website: www.lollapalooza.com/information. Similar to years past, several artists will be using pyrotechnics in their performance. Closures for the event will consist of:
Street Closures:
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Balbo, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 6:00am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Jackson, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 19th at 8:00pm thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Balbo, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Jackson, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Columbus, from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Northbound, two center lanes), from 13th Street to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Monroe, from Michigan to Lake Shore Drive: July 28th at 11:59pm thru August 2nd at 6:30am, with limited access for the Art Institute of Chicago
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Michigan, from Jackson to Balbo: July 27th at 9:00am thru August 1 at 10:00am
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Balbo (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 6:00am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Southbound side), from 9th St. Yard to S. Ida B. Wells: July 19th at 12:01am thru August 5th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (Northbound side), from Roosevelt to the 9th St. Yard: July 14th at 12:01am thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Jackson (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 14th at 8:00pm thru August 6th at 11:59pm
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Lake Shore Drive (Northbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 21st at 9:00am thru July 21st at 5:00pm
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Monroe (Eastbound side), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive: July 19th at 12:01am thru August 4th at 11:59pm
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Lake Shore Drive (Southbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 24th at 12:01am thru August 7th at 11:59pm
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Balbo (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Jackson (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway/Circle, from Michigan to Columbus: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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Congress Parkway (Westbound & Eastbound side), from Michigan to Columbus: July 24th at 12:01am thru July 25th at 11:59pm
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Columbus (both sides), from Monroe to Roosevelt: July 26th at 8:00pm thru August 2nd at 11:59pm
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S Michigan Ave, from 11th St. Bridge to Jackson: July 29th at 6:00am thru August 1st at 11:59pm
- Pedestrians will not be allowed access to the Museum Campus Tunnel
- To access the lakefront along this closure, pedestrians must use the East sidewalk of Michigan to access the north sidewalk of Monroe
We have worked very closely with the Mayor’s Office, the Office of Alderman Brendan Reilly and Alderman Sophia King, and the City’s First Responders to ensure that we have a plan in place which maximizes convenience to all of our neighbors and minimizes overall impact to the street grid and circulation patterns for area residents and businesses. We have coordinated breakdown of the venue to restore your sidewalks, streets, and parkways back to you as soon as possible.
The Grant Bark Park will be open and accessible via the 11th Street bridge until Wednesday, July 28th at 11:59pm and will reopen Monday August 2nd. The Solti Gardens will be open until Tuesday, July 27th at 11:59pm and will reopen on Monday, August 2nd.
Your neighborhood will be enjoyed by thousands of music lovers; we hope you are among them. Rest assured, security, police, and other safety personnel are in place to ensure the entire neighborhood enjoys this celebration in a peaceful and safe manner.
We are proud to call Chicago our home and continue our relationship with all of you. If you would like to learn more about the event, please access our website at www.lollapalooza.com.
If we can be of any assistance to you, answer any questions, or provide information not available on our website, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
To report an immediate concern, please use the following Neighborhood Call-In Line: (512)806-7903.
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CDPH Announces Updated Recommendation
for Mask Guidance
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Aligns with CDC guidelines for masking indoors while recommendations for outdoor settings remains unchanged
Following updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and based on Chicago’s current local COVID-19 data, the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) now recommends that everyone over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks in public indoor settings. Masking remains optional in outdoor settings, where the risk of COVID-19 transmission is lower.
On July 27, the CDC issued updated guidance that everyone (including fully vaccinated individuals) in areas with “substantial and high transmission” wear a mask in public indoor settings to help prevent spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant. The CDC defined four levels of community transmission: low, moderate, substantial, and high. Based on Chicago’s population, more than 200 new COVID-19 case diagnoses per day moves the city into CDC’s “substantial” category of local transmission, while more than 400 new cases per day moves the city into CDC’s “high” transmission category. These are the same cutoffs Chicago has used to determine COVID-19 community risk for more than a year.
Today Chicago surpassed 200 new COVID-19 cases per day and has therefore moved into the CDC’s “substantial” category of local transmission. Chicago data is updated every weekday at chi.gov/coviddash.
CDPH recommends businesses, employers, and event organizers require universal masking in all public indoor settings. In outdoor settings, masks remain optional, no changes are being made to the recommendations for social distancing. Vaccines have been essential in the fight against COVID-19. Last year, before safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines were widely available, Chicago only had 13 days between mid-March and the end of the year with fewer than 200 cases per day. In contrast, before today Chicago had consistently been below that benchmark since late May 2021. We thank all of the Chicagoans who have already made the choice to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to help protect themselves, their families, and Chicago.
Chicago Public Schools has already announced universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors when schools reopen on August 30, which is in line with CDC and CDPH guidance. Masks also remain mandated for all on all forms of public transportation nationwide, including ride shares, and in many high-risk settings, like health care.
Remember, the best protection against COVID-19 and the Delta variant continues to be vaccination, including getting both doses if you get a two-dose vaccine. CDPH strongly urges anyone age 12 and older who isn’t yet vaccinated to get vaccinated right away. Chicago residents should call 312-746-4835 or visit chi.gov/covidvax for help getting a vaccine.
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Protect Chicago At Home Program Expansion |
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The Chicago Department of Public Health announced an expansion of its in-home vaccination program, Protect Chicago At Home, with $25 Visa gift cards offered to everyone vaccinated at home. Everyone 12 and up is eligible to receive a vaccine and a gift card. Appointments can be booked now and gift card distribution will begin August 2.
Since its inception, Protect Chicago At Home has been operating near full capacity and the City has added additional providers to expand appointments. Now, to meet ongoing strong demand, and vaccinate even more Chicagoans, the City is doubling capacity to 900 appointments per week and extending operating hours weekdays until 6:30 p.m. The added capacity should decrease wait times for at-home appointments which are currently fully booked two weeks out.
In-home vaccination offers a choice between the Pfizer (age 12 and older) and Johnson & Johnson (age 18 and older) vaccines. Up to ten people can be vaccinated at a time, so Chicagoans can invite family, friends, or neighbors to their home to be vaccinated together. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
To date, the City has administered vaccines to more than 5,800 Chicagoans in their homes. Initially launched in March to bring vaccines to homebound seniors and people with disabilities, the program expanded to all seniors in May, and to all Chicagoans in June. It is the only on-demand, in-home vaccination program now available to all residents age 12 and up in the U.S.
The expansion of Protect Chicago At Home comes as the City-run vaccination sites closed last weekend in Chicago’s planned move from fixed vaccination sites to more hyperlocal and at-home distribution to reach Chicagoans who still need their COVID-19 vaccine.
Since January, more than 457,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses were administered at City-run Points of Dispensing (PODs) and the United Center. As of July 26, over 51 percent of Chicago's population has completed a vaccine series.
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City of Chicago Budget Engagement Forums |
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Join the Office of Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Chicago's Office of Budget and Management at the 2022 Budget Engagement Forums taking place during the month of August.
The 2022 Budget Engagement Forums will update the public on key initiatives including the upcoming 2022 budget, and receive feedback and suggestions from residents on the City's budget recommendations.
The meetings will begin with presentations from Budget Director Susie Park and other City leaders, provide an opportunity for residents to work in small group sessions, and end with time for public comment.
The doors will open an hour before the Forum begins for a City department resource fair that will provide information on City services and programs for the public. The Budget Engagement Forums will be live-streamed on the City of Chicago’s social media channels.
South Side 2022 Budget Engagement Forum
August 7th, 10 AM-12 PM
XS Tennis and Education Foundation
5336 S State St, Chicago, IL 60609
West Side 2022 Budget Engagement Forum
August 11th, 6 PM-8 PM
Malcolm X College Gymnasium
1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
North Side 2022 Budget Engagement Forum
August 12th, 6 PM-8 PM
Truman College
1145 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Information on the community engagement efforts conducted to date, results of the roundtables and community leader meetings, and information on the upcoming town halls can also be found at Chicago.gov/2022budget.
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Important Announcements and Updates |
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Just in time for summer, and as part of the City’s “Open Chicago” initiative to bring back events, festivals, dining and other indoor and outdoor activities – CTA is reducing the price on three of their most popular unlimited-ride pass products!
CTA is discounting the price of the following three unlimited-ride passes through Labor Day (Monday, September 6):
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Promotional 1-Day CTA Pass: $5 (down from $10)
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Promotional 3-Day CTA pass: $15 (down from $20)
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Promotional 7-Day CTA pass: $20 (down from $28)
The promotional fares will be available for purchase at Ventra Vending Machines at CTA rail stations, on the Ventra app, on the Ventra website, at over 1,000 retail locations, and by calling Ventra customer service at (877) NOW-VENTRA (669.8368).
The CTA strongly recommends customers plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and purchase fares in advance. Below are a few things to be aware of to help make your next trip smooth and easy:
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Masks are required on CTA: Per federal mandate, masks or face coverings are required on all CTA properties -- even if you are vaccinated. As such, all customers are required to wear masks/coverings while on a CTA bus, train, platform or in a station or other building or facility owned and operated by the CTA. Free masks are available on every bus and at every rail station.
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Plan your trip: Plan your trip using the Google Transit Trip Planner and our new Ridership Dashboards, which are designed to help you better plan trips on our buses and trains to avoid traveling during heavy ridership periods, whenever possible
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Ways to pay: There are a variety of convenient fare payment options, including payment with mobile pay apps (Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.) and contactless bankcards. To learn more, visit: transitchicago.com/fares/.
Travel updates and alerts: Stay in the Loop on CTA service and follow us on Facebook or Twitter for system travel updates and alerts. For details about all CTA service, call 312-836-7000 or visit the CTA website at transitchicago.com.
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Art on theMART Announces New Summer Programming! |
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Art on theMART began their new summer programming now on display! Keep reading below for more information.
Footnotes, Wills Glasspiegel and Brandon K. Calhoun
July 5–September 16, 2021
Footnotes is an animated projection focusing on Chicago footwork, produced by artists and filmmakers Wills Glasspiegel and Brandon K. Calhoun, featuring original music by DJ Spinn, the Chicago Bucket Boys, Angel Bat David, Elisha Chandler and Amal Hubert from Hypnotic Brass Band.
the light of the dark, Eighth Blackbird and Xuan
July 5–September 16, 2021
Created by the Chicago-based, Grammy-Award winning ensemble Eighth Blackbird and new media artist and filmmaker Xuan, the light of the dark features music by renowned composer and Bang on a Can co-founder Michael Gordon, written for and recorded by the ensemble, as the inspiration. for projections by Xuan.
Woven, Spectralina
July 5–September 16, 2021
Visual artist Selina Trepp and musician Dan. Bitney collaborate as Spectralina, interlacing music inspired by Chicago’s rich musical history with hand-drawn animations of images of woven patterns founding the culturally diverse neighborhoods of Chicago.
Frida Kahlo: Timeless, Cleve Carney Museum of Art
July 5 – September 16, 2021
On July 5, the eve of iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo’s birthday, a new piece celebrating her work, designed by George Berlin, was unveiled. On the occasion of the Frida Kahlo: Timeless exhibition at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and the McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage (June 5 – September 6, 2021), the piece will feature and transform several of Kahlo’s most recognizable works including Self Portrait with Small Monkey (1945) and Self Portrait in a Velvet Dress (1926). Accompanied by an orchestral score from Mexican composer Arturo Márquez, recorded by New Philharmonic, the projection commemorates Kahlo’s artistic legacy, which will be further explored in Frida Kahlo: Timeless, the most comprehensive presentation of Kahlo’s work displayed in the Chicago area in over 40 years.
The Obama Portraits, Art Institute of Chicago
June 17 – September 16, 2021
In conjunction with the Art Institute of Chicago’s presentation of The Obama Portraits, we are presenting a dynamically animated projection of the portraits of President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald, respectively. Former Chicago residents, the Obamas have a unique connection to the city. Wiley painted President Obama against greenery, with chrysanthemums; the flowers have symbolic meaning as the official flower of Chicago. Amy Sherald captured the former First Lady against light-blue background, sitting and gazing directly at the viewer. Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are the first African American artists commissioned to paint portraits for the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery’s collection of a former President and First Lady. A musical score will accompany the piece. The original paintings that inspire our projections can be viewed at the Art Institute of Chicago June 18 – August 15.
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Volunteer Opportunity in the 42nd Ward |
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Almost Home Kids (AHK) is a short-term community-based pediatric healthcare center that brings together medical professionals, recreational volunteers, community providers, sponsors, donors, friends, corporate and civic partners. Open since 2012, AHK is licensed by the Department of Public Health and located at 211 E. Grand Ave (on the 6th floor of the Ronald McDonald House).
Almost Home Kids provides a bridge from hospital to home for children with medical complexities by: educating and empowering families with the training, skills and confidence needed to care for their child in their own home; coordinating all the community-based medical and social services the child and family will need and providing respite care when needed in a home-like setting.
At this time, they are recruiting volunteers that are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to join their volunteer team. They especially need weekend-only volunteers in Chicago.
As a recreational volunteer you will help with activities with the children such as playing a game, reading a book or just simply rocking a baby to sleep. Opportunities are available 7 days a week for a 2-hour shift commitment each time. You can self-select your shifts making it very flexible and convenient.
Please reach out to Lisa Snow, Community Outreach Coordinator at [email protected] or call her at (630) 786-1755 to learn more about how to sign up for an orientation and make a difference at Almost Home Kids.
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Police Alerts and Community Notices |
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National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police, community, and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community.
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1st District - Tuesday, Aug. 3 |
The Chicago Police Department, 1st District Community Policing Office invites you to National Night Out on August 3, from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. at The Roosevelt Collection Shops Rooftop, 150 West Roosevelt Road.
Contact the 1st District CAPS office at 312-745-4381 with any questions.
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12th District - Tuesday, Aug. 3 |
The Chicago Police Department, 12th District Community Policing Office invites you to National Night Out on August 3, from 5 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Fosco Park Field, 1312 S. Racine.
Contact the 12th District CAPS office at 312-746-8306 with any questions.
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18th District - Wednesday, Aug. 4 |
The Chicago Police Department, 18th District Community Policing Office invites you to National Night Out on August 4, from 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Polk Bros. Park, 600 E. Grand Avenue.
Contact the 18th District CAPS office at 312-742-5778 with any questions.
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Movies in the Parks Summer Schedule |
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(image courtesy of the Chicago Park District)
The big screen in your backyard, Movies in the Parks returns this summer, bringing Hollywood movies and local films to local parks for the twentieth season. Join us in-person at the parks for classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood and retro childhood favorites, to the best family-friendly box office favorites from recent years.
The Chicago Park District strives to bring the best possible entertainment and events to your parks, while adhering to and modeling all current, relevant COVID safety and mitigation strategies as recommended or required by local, state and federal guidelines. Below is a schedule of movies that will be shown in or near parks in the 42nd Ward throughout the summer.
Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph Street (Jay Pritzker Pavilion)
- Tuesday, August 24 at 6:00pm – The Wiz
- Tuesday, August 31 at 6:00pm – The Dark Knight
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue (Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park)
- Monday, August 2 at 6:30pm – Creed
- Thursday, August 5 at 6:30pm – Love and Basketball
- Monday, August 9 at 6:30pm – Cars 3
- Thursday, August 12 at 6:30pm – Stranger Than Fiction
- Monday, August 16 at 6:30pm – A League of Their Own
- Thursday, August 19 at 6:30pm – Bridesmaids
- Monday, August 23 at 6:30pm – Invictus
- Thursday, August 26 at 6:30pm – When Harry Met Sally
- Monday, August 30 at 6:30pm – Rocky IV
Lake Shore Park
808 N. Lake Shore Drive
- Saturday, July 31 at 8:15pm – Hidden Figures
- Saturday, August 14 at 8:15pm – Casablanca
- Wednesday, September 1 at 8:00pm – The Lion King
Bartelme (Mary) Park
115 S. Sangamon Street
- Saturday, August 28 at 8:00pm – Clueless
All movies begin at dusk. If you're unsure when dusk is, visit any weather site to see the time of dusk each day. Call (312) 742-1134 for daily listings and weather-related cancellations. For more information and updates, please visit https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/movies.
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Grant Park Music Festival
July 2 - August 21
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The Grant Park Music Festival is thrilled to present another season of world-class music-making—free of charge—on Chicago's lakefront. In accordance with Phase 5 regulations to safely and fully reopen the city, all Grant Park Music Festival concerts at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion will be restored to full seating capacity this summer. As such, no reservations are required, and seating on the Great Lawn and in the Seating Bowl is available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
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The 2021 lineup includes Festival favorites, like the Grieg Piano Concerto, the New World Symphony, the William Tell Overture, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun plus plenty of family fun with Carnival of the Animals, Classic Broadway and the annual Independence Day Salute.
Outside food or drink, including beer and wine, is welcome at the Pritzker Pavilion for all Festival concerts (excluding the Independence Day Salute, where it is available for purchase at Millennium Park concession tents).
Seating in the bowl is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Food and drinks are welcome in the Seating Bowl. Coolers and picnic baskets should be stored under your seat during the concert and cannot block the aisles.
A full calendar of events can be found here and for more information about the Grant Park Music Festival, please visit their website.
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Millennium Park Summer Workouts
July 3 - August 28
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Millennium Park Summer Workouts will return in-person on the Great Lawn featuring Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba. Detailed schedule for Saturday mornings will be as follows:
- Tai Chi 8:30-9:15am
- Yoga 9:30-10:15am
- Pilates 10:30-11:15am
- Zumba 11:30-12:15pm
These workouts will be hosted every Saturday through August 28. Please click here to view the full schedule.
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Free Museum Days this Summer |
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The 42nd Ward is home to (and near) several world-class museums! Check out the following museums free admission days below.
The Field Museum
Active military personnel and Illinois teachers receive complimentary admission.
Museum of Contemporary Art
- While suggested fees are posted, the MCA has a pay-what-you-can policy—no visitors are turned away.
Museum of Science and Industry
- August 11
- September 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
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2021 Chicago City Markets |
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Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest running farmers market on Daley Plaza, the historic Maxwell Street Market and a dozen more community markets in neighborhoods across Chicago.
These markets are typically open from May to October. Below is more information about participating markets in or near the 42nd Ward:
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Tuesdays
SOAR Farmers Market at MCA Plaza
220 E. Chicago Ave.
June 1 - October, 7am - 2pm
Wednesdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 5–October 27, 7am–1pm
Thursdays
Daley Plaza City Market
50 W. Washington St.
May 27–September 30, 7am–2pm
1936 S. Michigan Ave.
June 17–September 30, 4–8 pm
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Saturdays
1817 N. Clark St.
May 1–October 30, 7am–1pm
Division Street City Market
100 W. Division St.
May 15–October 30, 7am–12pm
115 S. Sangamon St.
June 5–October 30, 8am–1pm
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels in Chicago August 21-22 |
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There will be new and reimagined air show events in August in place of this year's Chicago Air and Water Show. City of Chicago presents the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be a special solo demonstration by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels along the lakefront on August 21 & 22 from 12–1pm. (On August 20, practice runs from 10am–2pm.) The best viewing locations along the lakefront are between Oak Street and Fullerton Avenue.
The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps through flight demonstrations and community outreach while inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country.
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Teens in the Park (TIP) Fest |
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TIP (Teens in the Park) Fest is the largest platform for Chicago’s young artists to showcase their talent, connect to resources and celebrate one another's talents. TIP Fest takes place October 2nd, 2021 at Union Park. Winners of TIP Fest will receive the following prizes: 1st place $500 | 2nd place $250 | 3rd place $150.
Singers, rappers, dancers and poets, come audition to perform at TIP Fest 2021! Auditioning artists must be between the ages of 14-24 and live in Chicago.
Auditions
- TIP on Tour Auditions & Rap Battle | Saturday, August 21st | Midway Plaisance Park | 2pm-6pm
TIP Fest
- TIP Fest | Saturday, October 2nd | Union Park | 2pm-6pm
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CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police to monitor crime issues.
Attention Residents: New in 2021, each beat will be hosting its own meeting, departing from the sector model. They will also be virtual (via Zoom) until further notice - please contact the District in advance to register for the virtual meeting.
- Beat 111 - August 2 at 3:00pm
- Beat 113 - August 4 at 3:00pm
- Beat 114 - August 5 at 6:00pm
Please note, due to National Night Out to be held on Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021. Residential beat 112 will not take place. The next scheduled residential Beat 112 meeting will be held via Zoom on September 1, 2021, at 6:00pm.
Please make sure to confirm the details for upcoming meetings with your Police District's CAPS office.
To find your district and beat, please click here.
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42nd Ward Street Closures and Construction Notices |
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Lollapalooza
Lollapalooza is scheduled to take place in Grant Park from Thursday, July 29 at 11 a.m. to Sunday August, 1 at 10 p.m. The venue closes each evening shortly after 10:00 p.m. A map which illustrates access points, stages, and vendors can be found here: www.lollapalooza.com/information. Several artists will be using pyrotechnics in their performance.
The following streets will be closed throughout the festival:
- Balbo, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 6:00am - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson, from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 19 at 8:00pm - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Balbo, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus, from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (Northbound, two center lanes), from 13th Street to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Monroe, from Michigan to Lake Shore Drive (July 28 at 11:59pm - August 2 at 6:30am, with limited access for the Art Institute of Chicago)
Additionally, the following sidewalks will be closed to pedestrians:
- Michigan, from Jackson to Balbo (July 27 at 9:00am - August 1 at 10:00am)
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Balbo (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 6:00am thru August 6 at 11:59pm )
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Columbus (Southbound side), from 9th St. Yard to S. Ida B. Wells (July 19 at 12:01am - August 5 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (Northbound side), from Roosevelt to the 9th St. Yard (July 14 at 12:01am -August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson (both sides), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 14 at 8:00pm - August 6 at 11:59pm)
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Lake Shore Drive (Northbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 21 at 9:00am - July 21 at 5:00pm)
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Monroe (Eastbound side), from Columbus to Lake Shore Drive (July 19 at 12:01am - August 4 at 11:59pm)
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Lake Shore Drive (Southbound side), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 24 at 12:01am -August 7 at 11:59pm)
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Balbo (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Jackson (both sides), from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway/Circle, from Michigan to Columbus (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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Congress Parkway (Westbound & Eastbound side), from Michigan to Columbus (July 24 at 12:01am - July 25 at 11:59pm)
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Columbus (both sides), from Monroe to Roosevelt (July 26 at 8:00pm - August 2 at 11:59pm)
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S Michigan Ave, from 11th St. Bridge to Jackson (July 29 at 6:00am - August 1 at 11:59pm)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the event organizers at [email protected]. To report an immediate concern, please use the following Neighborhood Call-In Line: (512) 806-7903.
Peoples Gas Modernization Project: Gold Coast
In mid-August, Peoples Gas will begin Phase 1 of their Gas Main Modernization Project in the Gold Coast. Work hours will be 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday. Phase 1 of their project has the following parts:
- Install new main on Lake Shore Drive, from Michigan to a point 1,200' east thereof. This portion of Phase 1 would start in August and last 25 days.
- Install 200' of new main in the intersection of Oak & Michigan. This includes crossing the eastern pedestrian tunnel. This portion of Phase 1 should start in mid-September and last 10 days.
- Install 450' of new main on the west side of Lake Shore Drive, from Oak to Cedar. This includes crossing the northern pedestrian tunnel. Work should begin in early October and last 17 days.
Please stay tuned to Reilly Reports for future updates regarding this project.
Helicopter Lift: 250 South Wacker Drive
On Sunday, August 8, from 9am-11am, there will be a helicopter lift at 250 S. Wacker Drive.
During the lift, the following will be closed to motorists and pedestrians:
- Wacker, from Adams to Van Buren
- Jackson, from Canal to Franklin
There will be barricades, detour signs, and Police Officers in-place throughout the lift.
LG Construction: 751 N. Hudson and 451 W Chicago
In mid-August, LG Construction will break ground at 751 N. Hudson Avenue and 451 W. Chicago Avenue, which are adjacent parcels. Work hours will be 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
Throughout the project, the following will be closed:
- Sidewalk/curb lane/traffic lane of the east side of Hudson, from Chicago to the first alley south thereof
- Sidewalk/curb lane/traffic lane on the west side of Sedgwick, from Chicago to the first alley south thereof
- Sidewalk/curb lane on the south side of Chicago, from Hudson to Sedgwick
There will be a protected pedestrian walkway in the curb lane on the south side of Chicago Avenue, from Hudson Avenue to Sedgwick Street.
This project is expected to take 18 months to complete (weather dependent).
Filming in the Ward This Week.
Charlotte Ariss Photoshoot
On Saturday, July 31, from 8pm-9pm, Charlotte Ariss will be conducting a photoshoot from the median in front of 111 East Upper Wacker Drive. There will be intermittent traffic closures on the north side of Upper Wacker Drive at this location.
Commercial Filming
From Wednesday, August 4 to Thursday, August 5, a technology company will be taking pictures for a commercial in the Loop. Parking will be prohibited each day from 5am to 8pm at the following location:
- Both sides of Wells Street, from Jackson Boulevard to Van Buren Street
If you have any questions or concerns, please call Clare Bisignano (Location Manager) at (781) 424-1728.
Wedding Processions
Wedding Procession
On Saturday, July 31, from 4:00pm-4:30pm, there will be a wedding procession that travels from 55 East Washington to 78 East Washington where it will be disbanded. Walking participants will utilize the sidewalk, and a horse and two vehicles will travel in the curb lane.
Wedding Procession
On Friday, August 13, from 1:00pm-1:45pm, there will be a wedding procession on West Monroe, from South Clark to South LaSalle. This stretch of West Monroe will be closed to vehicular traffic during the procession.
42nd Ward Resurfacing Repairs
The Chicago Department of Transportation will be resurfacing the following streets in July and August (weather dependent):
- Westshore Drive, from South Water Street to Benton Place (7/26- 8/23)
- Benton Place, from Field Boulevard to Westshore Drive (7/26 - 8/23)
- Randolph Street, from Field Boulevard to Harbor Drive (7/26 - 8/23)
- Rush Street, from Chestnut Street to Pearson Street (7/29 - 8/27)
- Ontario Street, from Wabash Avenue to Michigan Avenue (7/29 - 8/27)
- Rush Street, from Hubbard Street to Kinzie Street (7/29 - 8/27)
Gas Line Installation: 354 North Union
On Monday, July 19, Peoples Gas will begin installation of a new gas line for 354 N. Union. Throughout the project, the west side of North Union, from West Kinzie to 354 N. Union will be closed.
All work is expected to be completed at the beginning of August 2021.
Wacker Drive Repainting Project
In late-July, the Chicago Department of Transportation will begin repainting Lower/Middle Wacker Drive, from North Field Boulevard to Lake Shore Drive. Work hours will be 8am-8pm, 6-days a week.
CDOT will be sandblasting/repainting 80' sections of Wacker Drive at a time. The sandblasting/repainting area will be contained and exhaust fans will be in-place to remove dust and fumes.
Traffic will be maintained in both directions at all times, and access to parking garages will not be blocked.
This project is expected to be completed mid-December 2021.
ComEd Vault Roof Replacement
Starting in mid-July, ComEd will be replacing a sidewalk vault roof at 344 West Erie Street. Work hours will be 8am-3pm, 5-days a week.
Throughout the work, the sidewalk and curb lane on the north side of West Erie, from North Orleans to the first alley west thereof will be closed.
There will be barricades, detour signs, and flaggers on-site throughout the project. All work is expected to be completed by mid-August (weather dependent).
Demolition: 113 East Oak Street
At the end of June, Atlas began demolition of 113 East Oak Street. During the first week of the project, work hours will be 8am to 8pm. Work hours for the remainder of the demolition will be 8am to 5pm. Throughout the project, the following will be closed:
- 50’ of the sidewalk in front of 113 East Oak Street (the sidewalk will reopen each night after work is completed)
- 100’ of the curb lane in front of 113 East Oak Street (the sidewalk will reopen each night after work is completed
The demolition is expected to be completed by mid-August (weather dependent).
Vaulted Sidewalk Fill-in: 600 W. Jackson
Starting at the beginning of August, the vaulted sidewalks adjacent to 600 W. Jackson will be filled and the sidewalks repaired. During the work, the following will be closed:
- Sidewalk/curb lane on the west side of Jefferson, from Jackson to Adams
- Sidewalk/curb lane on the north side of Jackson, from Jefferson to the first alley west thereof
There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers on-side throughout the project. All work is expected to be finished by the end of August.
Vaulted Sidewalk Repair: 20 N. Wacker Drive
Starting at the end of June, repairs to the vaulted sidewalk at 20 North Wacker Drive will begin. Throughout the work, the sidewalk on the west side of Wacker, from Washington to a point 100' south thereof will be closed. Construction fencing will be used to enclose the sidewalk and detour signs will be in-place.
Pedestrians will be directed to the east side of North Wacker at West Washington and West Madison.
The project is expected to be completed in late September 2021.
354 North Union Construction
At the beginning of April, the Onni Group began construction of a 33 story residential building with 373 units. Work hours will be 8am-8pm, daily.
Parking will be prohibited on North Union, from West Kinzie to the cul-de-sac west thereof throughout the project. All construction equipment and vehicles will be staged on the Onni Group’s property. This project will take approximately two years to complete.
Vaulted Sidewalk Fill-in: 8 East Randolph
In early May, the vaulted sidewalk adjacent to 8 East Randolph Street began to be filled and the sidewalk repaired. During the work, the sidewalk on the east side of State Street, between Randolph Street and Benton Place will be closed to pedestrian traffic.
The contractor will construct a protected pathway for pedestrians, using jersey barricades, in the curb lane on the east side of State Street, between Randolph Street and Benton Place. All work is expected to be completed by mid-September.
RCN Infrastructure Relocation
In early March, RCN began to relocate conduits on St. Clair Street, from Erie Street to Illinois Street. Work hours will be 8am-5pm.
The project includes infrastructure trenching in the street and on the sidewalk. There will be intermittent lane and sidewalk closures throughout the project. RCN will have barricades, traffic control, and detour signs in place during the project. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout the project.
This project is expected to be completed at the end of July 2021 (weather dependent).
430 N. Michigan Lobby Renovation
Starting in mid-September, GNP Realty Partners will be renovating the lobby at 430 N. Michigan Avenue. Throughout the project, there will be a 40’ urban canopy on the sidewalk in front of the building. In order to place the canopy on the sidewalk, the planter bed and City Information Panel (CIP) at this location will be temporarily removed. Both the planter bed and CIP will be reinstalled upon completion of the project.
The project is expected to be completed in mid-December.
South Water Street Viaduct Replacement
In March 2021, the Chicago Department of Transportation began demolition of the South Water Street Viaduct, between Lower Beaubien Court and Stetson Street. Work hours are 8am-8pm, daily.
As of May 10, vehicular and pedestrian access will be prohibited on the Upper and Lower levels of South Water Street, between Lower Beaubien Court and North Stetson Street. There will be barricades and detour signs in-place throughout the duration of the project.
This project is expected to be completed in July 2022 (weather dependent).
Renovations at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 East Washington Street
On February 15, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) began renovating the Grand Army of the Republic Rotunda and Hall at the Cultural Center, located at 78 East Washington Street. Throughout the project, DCASE will be using the Cultural Centers loading zone at 129 North Garland Court as storage for the project and to place their construction dumpster.
On Monday, April 19, canopies will be installed at the following locations:
- South side of Randolph, from Michigan to a point 50' west thereof
- West side of Michigan, from Randolph to a point 75' south thereof
The project is expected to be completed February 2022.
Construction: 609 West Randolph Street
Construction of a 15-story commercial building at 609 West Randolph Street began in mid-January. Throughout the duration of the project, the following will be closed:
- Curb/Traffic lane and sidewalk on south side of West Randolph, from North Jefferson to 621 West Randolph
There will be a canopy with a concrete crash wall and plywood enclosure for pedestrian use in the closed traffic lane on West Randolph, from North Jefferson to 621 West Randolph.
There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers in place for the duration of the project. This project is expected to be completed at the beginning of 2022 (weather dependent).
Aon Plaza Renovations
Renovations on the Aon Plaza located at 200 East Randolph Street began in December 2020. Throughout the project, the sidewalk on Upper East Randolph Street in front of the plaza, and on Lower East Randolph Street, will be reduced to 6’.
The project is expected to be completed by August 2021 (weather dependent).
Construction: 61 West Erie Street
In November 2020, LG Construction began construction of a five-story, 28 unit apartment building at 61 West Erie Street. A small crane will be placed in the traffic lane in front of 61 W. Erie Street from Monday, March 15 to Tuesday, March 16. The crane will be removed while work is not occurring and the traffic lane will reopen.
Throughout the construction process, the following will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic:
- 100' of sidewalk and curb lane in front of 61 W. Erie Street
- The alley adjacent to the west side of 61 W. Erie Street
There will be detour signs, barricades, and flaggers in place for the duration of the project.
Façade Work: 160 North LaSalle Street
Bowa Construction began work in October 2020 to perform façade and cladding work at 160 North LaSalle Street. During the work, there will be scaffolding on the east, north, and south sides of the building.
All work is expected to be completed in August 2021.
Overnight Parking Ban Downtown
Until further notice, overnight parking will be restricted on the following streets during the weekend:
- Both sides of Oak, between Michigan and Clark
- South side of Oak, between LaSalle and Wells
- Both sides of Chicago, between Michigan and Wells
- Both sides of Ohio, between Michigan and Wells
- Both sides of Hubbard, between Michigan and Wells
- North side of Illinois, between Dearborn and Clark
- Both sides of Illinois, between Wabash and Dearborn
- Both sides of Rush, between Grand and Ohio
- Both sides of Rush, between Erie and Oak
- Both sides of Wabash, between the Chicago River and Grand
- Both sides of State, between Kinzie and Oak
- Both sides of Erie, from Rush to Wells
- Both sides of Huron from Rush to Dearborn
- Both sides of New Street, from Illinois to North Water
- Both sides of Columbus Drive, from Monroe to Balbo
- North side of Wacker Drive, from Wabash to Michigan
- North side of Wacker Drive, from Franklin to Columbus
- Both sides of Wacker Drive, from State to Wabash
- Both sides of Stetson, from Randolph to Wacker
- Both sides of Columbus Drive, from Randolph to Wacker
- Both sides of Beaubien Court, from Randolph to Lake
- Both sides of Randolph, from Harbor to Michigan
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Both sides of Ohio, from Michigan to Fairbanks
- Both sides of Erie, from Kingsbury to Larrabee
- West side of Larrabee, from Erie to Huron
As always, please make sure to read all posted signage before parking your vehicle downtown.
One Chicago Square-1 W Chicago Pedestrian and Traffic Impacts
Although fencing is already in place for the sidewalk closure, pedestrians still have access to the sidewalk, but should exercise caution when walking by the construction site.
The Curb Lanes along Chicago, State, Superior, and Dearborn will remain a No Parking/Tow Zone throughout the project, to allow for demolition, and then the protected pedestrian walkway.
The sidewalk along the east side of Dearborn, from Superior to Chicago, has been closed to pedestrian traffic. Pedestrians will be rerouted to the west side of Dearborn.
Please stay tuned to Reilly Reports as additional construction updates and closures will be announced.
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