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South Loop Event Parking Restrictions
Parking restrictions are in place for the South Loop from Roosevelt Road to Cermak Rd. from Lake Shore Drive to Clark St. during all Chicago Bears football games and many other Soldier Field events. Wintrust Arena events have been removed from the parking restrictions. Vehicles parked in the South Loop without a valid South Loop Event Parking Pass, South Loop Event Guest Pass or Residential Permit Parking pass (for Residential Permit Parking Streets ONLY) are subject to ticketing or towing.
For a complete list of Soldier Field events, please visit www.soldierfield.com/events/all. The 3rd Ward is providing the list below as a courtesy to residents and visitors and does not assume liability for the accuracy of the monthly list of South Loop events. All Soldier Field events are subject to change, including cancellation or the scheduling of additional events. It is your responsibility to adhere to the parking restrictions in place.
Chicago Fire FC vs. Inter Miami FC
Wednesday, October 4th at 7:30 pm
Chicago Fire FC vs. Charlotte FC
Saturday, October 7th at 7:30 pm
Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings
Sunday, October 15th at noon
Chicago Bears vs. Las Vegas Raiders
Sunday, October 22nd at noon
Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program
The Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) provides funds directly to eligible tenants if their landlord is unresponsive or chooses not to participate in the program. Participants receive up to three months of future rent payments to assist with moving into a new home following an eviction or a terminated lease.
Tenants must be a Chicago tenant currently in court for eviction due to failure to pay rent. They must have a rental delinquency for more than one month's rent. The rental delinquency must be related due to the circumstances the family has experienced or is experiencing because of the pandemic. Assistance is provided as a grant and does not need to be repaid. This funding opportunity expires in December. For more information call 866-454-3571 or email CBRAP.info@ihda.org.
Robbery Safety Tips
Don't be a victim! Always be alert and aware of the people around you. Be aware of locations and situations that would make you vulnerable to crime such as ATMs, alleyways, dark parking lots, or deserted streets. Be alert to your surroundings, especially after dark or if you are alone. During a robbery, become an expert witness. Remain calm and do not resist. Assure the robber you will cooperate and take no action that may jeopardize your safety. Take mental notes of the robber's appearance, any vehicles, weapons, clothing, etc. After a robbery immediately go to a safe location where you will feel secure, your safety is your top priority. Call 911, try not to touch anything at the scene, and find a witness and ask them to remain with you. If they leave, write down their name, address, and telephone number.
The Chicago Department of Law is Hiring
Please see below for our most up to date attorney job opportunities at the City of Chicago Law Department (DOL).
SENIOR ATTORNEYS - DOL has five (5) Divisions hiring Senior Supervisor-level attorneys:
Regulatory & Contracts, Federal Civil Rights Litigation, Labor, Constitutional & Commercial Litigation, Legal Information & Prosecution. SENIOR-LEADERSHIP VACANCY: Deputy Corporation Counsel – Torts.
ENTRY to MID-LEVEL ATTORNEYS - DOL has twelve (12) Divisions hiring entry to mid-level attorneys: Building and License Enforcement, Torts, Federal Civil Rights Litigation, Regulatory & Contracts, Employment Litigation, Risk Management & Compliance, Finance, Labor, Constitutional & Commercial Litigation, Revenue Litigation, Legal Information & Prosecution, and Real Estate.
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES: Paid Law Clerk Positions, Year-Round Clerkship, Non-Paid Externship, Post-Graduate Fellowship, Pre-Law Volunteer Program Summer 2024 Law Clerk Program Open House more information coming soon here.
Small Business Growth Fund is Back!
the Small Business Growth Fund is back for the third and final round of 2023! in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) and with funding from Etsy and Progressive, the Small Business Growth Fund provides small business owners the capital they need to make their next move. Recipients will receive $5,000-$25,000 grants to help accelerate their growth and achieve their goals. Apply here.
Don't Clever Your Way Out of Cash
How you communicate your business can attract new customers, new opportunities, and impact your revenue. Presented by the Quad Communities Development Corporation. Register here.
Where: QCDC Office (4210 S. Berkeley Ave.)
When: Tuesday, October 3rd from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
NHS Financial Literacy Webinar
Whether you are planning to purchase a home or simply need to improve your finances, this webinar will
prepare you for financial security. Learn How To: develop a spending plan, reduce your debt, and increase your credit score.
When: Tuesday, October 3rd at 6:00 pm (link to register)
NHS Home Buyer Education Webinar
Learn about the home buying process such as the basics of budgeting, improving credit, understanding the closing process and down payment assistance programs. This is an eight-hour course delivered in two 4-hour sessions.
When: Wednesdays October 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (link to register); Saturdays October 7th and 14th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (link to register)
Cosmopolitan Community Church Blood Drive
The Cosmopolitan Community Church Nurses Guild will be hosting a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross. We need your help. The Black community has an urgent need for blood. Your blood could be a valuable, lifesaving gift to someone. As an added incentive, all donors will receive a $20.00 gift card from Amazon. If you are able to assist in this endeavor early registration is available at www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive. From there enter the 60615 zip code and find the Cosmopolitan Community Church Blood Drive link.
Where: Cosmopolitan Community Church (5249 S. Wabash Ave.)
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Southside Connection Symposium
learn about pathways to a multi-million dollar business. Keynote speakers include: City of Chicago Deputy Mayor Kenya Merritt, Sr. Vice President of Community Development for PNC Daryl Newell, Founder and CEO of 37 Oaks Terrand Smith, and many more! More information at www.secc-chicago.org/symposium.
Where: DuSable Museum (740 E. 56th Pl.)
When: Saturday, October 14th from 8:00 am to noon
CPS Five-Year Strategic Plan Outreach Events
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) launched the planning and public engagement process for a new five-year strategic plan during Thursday’s Chicago Board of Education meeting at Austin College & Career Academy High School. The District will begin the development of a five-year strategic plan, which will include an Educational Facilities Master Plan (EFMP) Report that details the state of CPS facilities. The district will host a series of public engagement events to share updates and solicit input from families, educators, and members of the community. Below, you will find the engagement opportunities for the month of October.
October 21, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Virtual
REGISTER
October 23, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Little Village Campus, 3120 S. Kostner Ave.
REGISTER
October 28, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Julian High School, 10330 S. Elizabeth St.
REGISTER
The Wiggles & Giggles Halloween Bash
The Wiggles & Giggles Halloween Bash is a unique Halloween party for South Loop families with children, dogs and both. Co-hosted by the South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative (SLDogPAC), South Loop Neighbors (SLN), and the Fred Anderson Park Advisory Council, the event is generously sponsored by Burnham Park Animal Hospital and South Loop Animal Hospital.
After registering for the costume contests, trick-or-treating, and other entertainment, there will be two Costume Parades and Contests, with multiple prizes in several categories such as Child, Dog, and Ensemble (a combination costume of humans and dogs). The two short Costume Parades will be on the strolling path surrounding the Performance Area. The Children’s Costume Parade and Contest will go first, and prizes given, followed by the Dog and Ensemble categories. Dogs must be on leash, unless inside the Dog Friendly Areas.
Where: Fred Anderson Park Performance Area (1629 S. Wabash Ave.)
When: Saturday, October 21st from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Home Movie Day
Join the annual celebration of the South Side Home Movie community! Spend a cozy afternoon watching scenes of vintage South Side life in our Pop-Up Video Lounge, complete with comfy couches, popcorn and a live DJ. Get a sneak peek at the latest revelations from the Ramon Williams Collection, offering a new lens on the South Side’s cultural contributions to Black arts and social class in America. Plus, talk to an archivist on-site about preserving and donating your family films, and check out our new resources for high school students and teachers. Register here.
Where: Green Line Performing Arts Center (329 E. Garfield Blvd.)
When: Saturday, October 28th from noon to 3:00 pm
Financial Management Series for Small Business owners
Join the Quad Communities Development Corporation (QCDC) for a follow-up conversation as they discuss how participants have used the tools shared in the Financial Management Series. Sign up here.
Where: QCDC Office (4210 S. Berkeley)
When: Monday, October 30th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
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