48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Early Voting Has Begun at Edgewater Library!
Vote TODAY through March 19 at the Edgewater Library!
Ward Night Recap: March 1, 2023 - Property Tax Appeal Process
Watch the recording of our March 1, 2024 Ward Night.
48th Ward First Annual Lunar New Year Luncheon
48th Ward Alderwoman Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth to host first-of-its-kind Lunar New Year luncheon
Edgewater Synagogue Hosts Solidarity Shabbat Event to Welcome New Arrivals
Emanuel Congregation to host Solidarity Shabbat event to demonstrate support for new arrivals currently residing at the Broadway Armory Shelter
Happy Lunar New Year
A recap of some Lunar New Year celebrations this past weekend.
Early Voting Has Begun Downtown!
Election Day is March 19 and you can vote right NOW downtown!
The Edgewater Satellite Senior Center is Open!
The Edgewater Senior Center at the Broadway Armory is open M-F from 8:30am-4:30pm.
Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
Asia on Argyle’s Lunar New Year celebration will be on Feb 17. Volunteers needed and road closures will be happening.
Celebrating BHM with Public Departments and Organizations
BHM activities at our schools, libraries, and parks.
Ward Night Recap: Feb. 1, 2024 - City Council Updates
Watch the recording of our Feb 1, 2024 Ward Night.
Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance (CABO) - Listen, Lead, Share
Read about the Clean and Affordable Buildings Ordinance and our upcoming event
Ward Night Recap: Jan. 16, 2024 - LSC Elections
Watch the recording of our Jan 16, 2024 Ward Night about Local School Council elections.
Chicago Recovery Grant Applications and Webinar
The Chicago DPD is accepting applications for Community Development Grants for more than $250,000 until February 16.
48th Ward & Nourishing Hope - Call for Volunteers
Volunteer to deliver food to folks in the community on Jan 20, 2024.
Toy Drive Goals Exceeded
Last month, over 440 Christmas gifts were donated and distributed to children in the 48th ward.
Paid Time Off Ordinance Webinar Available on YouTube
Watch this webinar to get up to speed on the recently passed Paid Time Off Ordinance.
2023 Year-in-Review Town Hall
Watch our 2023 Year-in-Review Town Hall.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth, Ald. Lee, and County Commissioner Morita, Host First Joint City And County Asian American Heritage Month Celebration
Manaa-Hoppenworth, Lee, and Morita have all made history as first Asian American women elected to their respective offices