12th Annual Woodlawn Community Summit

We persevered through all of the challenges in 2020, and we remain excited about the possibilities for 2021 and beyond.  Join the conversation as we (1) share vital information about the future of Woodlawn and the surrounding communities and (2) discuss what is happening NOW for business owners, residents and stakeholders.  This year’s Summit will […]

Woodlawn Summit Housing Summer Session

Associated Bank is partnering with Far South CDC for the Woodlawn Summit to host the "Woodlawn Summit Housing Summer Session!" Discussion Topics: *Housing Affordability *Financial/Money Management *Buying Patterns *Rehab Options *Let's Play Jeopardy! Will you walk away with the Prize?

Hyde Park Farmers Market Season Opener 2021

Hyde Park Bank Parking Lot 5350 S Lake Park Ave W, Chicago, IL, United States

The Hyde Park Farmers Market is a joint effort of Special Service Area #61 and the Southeast Chicago Commission.  Located at 54th St and Lake Park West behind Hyde Park Bank, the curated open air market offers shoppers a variety of organic foods, fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, honey, jams, soaps, fresh flowers and more. […]

4th on 53rd Family Fun 2021

Nichols Park 1355 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL, United States

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH FAMILY FUN IN NICHOLS PARK Sunday, July 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. "It's going to be in-park, an afternoon of family fun consisting of activities that you'll recognize from past park picnics and also a couple of new ones," said organizer Dave White with the Nichols Park Advisory Council. Activities […]

Chicago Small Business Remote Expo

    Register for BACP’s first Remote Expo of 2021! This year’s expos will be better than ever, with the return of over 30 exhibitors offering 1:1 business guidance. The interactive expo will also feature a variety of webinars, panels and a keynote speaker that will help people in all stages of their entrepreneurial journey. Register […]

2021 Southside Shop Local

Supported by Bank of America and PNC Bank, South East Chicago Commission’s 2021 Southside Shop Local campaign is a collaboration with the 51st Street Business Association, Special Service Area #61, Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce, Quad Communities Development Corporation (QCDC), Washington Park Chamber of Commerce and Woodlawn Chamber of Commerce. The month long campaign begins […]

Jade Court Anniversary Party

Join the Jade Court 1st anniversary celebration and ribbon cutting: • DRAGON DANCE PERFORMANCE BY SEVEN STAR LION DANCE GROUP • COCKTAILS + APPETIZERS + CAKE • PEKING DUCK CARVING + SAMPLES RETURN TO SHOP LOCAL 2021 HOME

Hyde Park Holly-Day 2021

Hyde Park Holly-Day is back for 2021! You and your family and friends are invited to some great (FREE!) outdoor activities to enjoy in Hyde Park Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Outdoor activities include: ICE CARVING DEMONSTRATION 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Harper Court Watch an ice artist carve a sculpture right before […]

Hyde Park Murals Official Unveiling Day

Special Service Area #61, in partnership with its service provider, South East Chicago Commission (SECC), will unveil two new murals in Downtown Hyde Park on Saturday December 4th, 2021 during the annual Hyde Park Holly-Day festivities. The Hyde Park murals will be officially unveiled at each mural location on Saturday, December 4, 2021 with official […]

Webinar: The Business Marketing Toolkit

  Want to improve your business? Join us for "The Business Marketing Toolkit" on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 9:00 am - 10:30 am. Think about your website, social media, and search results - three key areas that could deliver better business results today. Learn the WHAT, WHY & HOW with Amy Srodon (Marketing Communications […]

A Night at the Theatre 2022

Southspace Creative 1109 E. 55th St, Chicago, IL, United States

You are invited! This year SECC celebrates its 70th anniversary with “A Night at the Theatre” featuring an elegant reception followed by the Court Theatre’s opening night performance of August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running.” Ticket sales and donations support the 20th annual Neighborhood Enhancement Grant beautification projects in Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, Washington Park and […]