Join us at the Experimental Station on January 9, 2018 (6:30pm - 8:00pm) for the 20th Ward Aldermanic Candidates Forum. This forum is devoted to economic development, neighborhood prosperity, enhancing jobs for Woodlawn, and connecting the neighborhood to the City. Don't miss the chance to hear your candidates speak: Andre Smith Anthony Driver Cassius Rudolph […]
*** EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER *** The 5th Ward's Aldermanic Candidates Forum will be moderated by Cliff Kelly to discuss economic development, community stabilization, creating jobs and connecting the neighborhood to city resources. Sponsors include the South East Chicago Commission, Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce, South Shore Chamber of Commerce, Woodlawn Chamber of […]
The Small Business Advocacy Council Presents... Chicago Small Business Mayoral Candidate Forum on Thursday February 7, 2019 from 8:00 - 10:00 am at Davis Theater (4614 N. Lincoln Ave). This event is a city-wide partnership with Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) and is free to attend. Registration is required at http://bit.ly/smallbizmayorforum. https://sbac.z2systems.com/np/clients/sbac/eventRegistration.jsp?event=45168&
Southside Mayoral Forum “Where Do We Go from Here: Collaborating for Tomorrow’s South Side” Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Coppin Memorial AME Church (5627 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60637). The Forum will be moderated by Mary Mitchell, Chicago Sun-Times. Doors open at 9:15am and the Forum will be held from 10:00am to 12:00pm. […]
Please join the South East Chicago Commission for "A Night at the Theater" for night of fun and fundraising to support Neighborhood Enhancement beautification projects for Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, Washington Park and Woodlawn communities. The night begins at the Smart Museum at 5:30 pm on March 14, 2019. 5:30PM Reception Smart Museum of Art […]
The Woodlawn Community Summit is a collaboration of neighbors, youth groups, elected leaders, business owners, and community stakeholders seeking to promote the comprehensive growth and well-being of Woodlawn and its surrounding communities. On Saturday, March 16, 2019 the 10th Annual Woodlawn Community Summit will be held from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the […]
The Washington Park Chamber of Commerce is having an After Hours Business Exchange & Networking Session. Guest Speaker Torrey Barrett will provide an overview of the KLEO Art Community Residences and the economic impact it will bring to Washington Park. KLEO Art Residences is an innovative new construction development located at 5504 S. Michigan Ave […]
Celebrating National Small Business Week Join the SECC's Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) and the Polsky Center on Wednesday May 8th from 5:30-7:30pm in celebration of National Small Business Week (May 5-11, 2019) for an evening of good food and conversation with other like-minded entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business professionals. Mix and mingle with YPAC […]
Financial Planning for Young Professionals Join the SECC's YPAC on June 5th as well for our Money Matters event on Financial Planning for Young Professionals. This event will take place at the KLEO Center located at 119 E Garfield Blvd. Chicago, IL 60637. Registration and breakfast will begin at 7:30am and the panel will be held from […]
AN OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY! 2019 marks the 28th anniversary of Hyde Park Chicago’s favorite tradition – the “4th on 53rd” Independence Day parade and picnic.
Alderman Pat Dowell, SSA #52, and the 51st Street Business Association invite you to the Bronzeville Jazz / Music Festival on Saturday, August 17, 2019. The festival is held from 10am - 10pm at 51st Street and Martin Luther King Drive. This a family-friendly festival with wonderful live band performances, food vendors and more. This […]
The South East Chicago Commission invites entrepreneurs, business executives, property owners, investors, practitioners, civic and policy leaders to convene as a diverse cross-sector community committed to the Southeast Lakefront region's economic development and growth. The first annual SECC Symposium is a commitment to economic development that aligns thinking and action to strengthen the business […]