June 2021 Newsletter
HPKCC Health and Wellbeing Community Dialogue
Thurs. 6/17 at 6pm via Zoom
Join us for an informative event featuring presentations from health and nutrition experts.
On June 17, 2021, the Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference will hold the next event in its popular Community Dialogue series on the important areas of health and wellbeing, including presentations on the following topics:

  • Obesity, diabetes, and hypertension
  • Prostate cancer awareness
  • Community mental health and resilience
  • Healthy and plant-based eating

Speakers include:

  • Jessica Coral Allender, MS, RD, LDN, Coral Nutrition Coach
  • Allecia A. Harley, MPH, Founder and CEO, Prevention Advisory Group
  • Te'Aira Malone-Zuccaro, LCPC, ICDVP, Clinical Program Director, Metropolitan Family Services Calumet Center
  • Adam B. Murphy, MD, MBA, MSCI, Assistant Professor of Urology and Preventive Medicine (Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention), Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
To learn more about this event and HPKCC's Community Dialogue Series, please visit: hydepark.org/communitydialogues
Community Announcements
KAMII and SPR Host Pop Up Vaccination Events - Wed. 6/9 and Wed. 6/30, 2pm-6pm
St. Paul and the Redeemer (SPR) and KAM Isaiah Israel are hosting vaccination pop-up events inside the parish hall at SPR on Wednesday, June 9 and Wednesday, June 30 from 2-6pm. In partnership with Roseland Community Hospital's COVID Vaccine Clinic, the Pfizer Vaccine (dose #1 on June 9 and dose #2 on June 30) will be provided for anyone, aged 12 and over.  

This opportunity is open to the public (not just SPR and KAMII members). Walk-ins are welcome but we are highly encouraging registration, so we can prepare enough doses. Please visit the registration form to learn more and share the link with anyone you know who might be looking to schedule a vaccine appointment or wants to learn more about the safety and importance of getting vaccinated.
Hyde Park Farmers Market Grand Opening - Sun. 6/13
The Farmers Market will be held weekly on Sundays through September 26th.

"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.

Market vendors accept Mastercard, Visa, and LINK UP card payments in addition to cash.

The market complies with City of Chicago and State of Illinois pandemic protocols to provide a comfortable and safe shopping experience."
Nichols Park Advisory Council Seeks Volunteers for July 4th Celebration
The Nichols Park Advisory Council (NPAC) is seeking volunteers to help set up decorations a few days before Sunday, July 4th, and volunteers to help out in the park during the event.

While there will be no 4th on 53rd parade this year, there will be fun games and activities in Nichols Park.

Please volunteer, and ask your friends to volunteer, too.
For more information, please contact Camille Hamilton-Doyle at 773-454-3300 or camilledoyle46@gmail.com.
Hyde Park Together Holding Weekly Cleanups on Sundays
As part of its South Burnham Park Cleanup Initiative, Hyde Park Together is holding weekly cleanups on Sundays, with the next set of dates listed below.

Please visit Hyde Park Together's website for more information:

  • Sun, June 13 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Sun, June 20 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Sun, June 27 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Make a difference in your community. Join us.