48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.
Native American Heritage Month 2024
Learn about and celebrate Native American Heritage in Chicago this month.
2024 Pumpkin Smash!
Attend or volunteer at this year’s pumpkin smash!
Happy Principal Appreciation Week to Our 48th Ward Principals!
Thanks to our 48th Ward principals for all your hard work!
48th Ward Green Council: October Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our October 17 Green Council meeting.
48th Ward Fall Events!
Join us for fall community events!
Introducing the 48th Ward Fall Jam!
The 48th Ward Fall Jam is an event for youth, teens, and families.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Contact 1-877-863-6338 if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence.
Elected School Board Voter Information
Information on the upcoming school board elections.
The 48th Ward Halloween Parade is Back!
This year’s parade will begin at Bromann Park.
Ward Night Recap: October 2, 2024
Read a summary of our October 2 Ward Night Meeting.
2nd Annual 48th Ward Halloween Decoration Contest
Submit photos to our decoration contest by October 28!
Alderperson Mary Ann Smith Way - Honorary Street Sign Approved
Ald. Mary Ann Smith will be honored with an honorary street sign at the 5400 block of N Wayne
Celebrating Filipino American History Month 2024
Celebrate Filipino American History Month with us and the Chicago Public Library.
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth and Chicago Public Library Honor Filipino Heritage Month with Renowned Chicago Chefs
Ald. Manaa-Hoppenworth will co-host this Filipino Heritage Month kick-off event.
CMAA APEX Accelerator Grand Opening
A new center to support business owners in multiple language has opened at CMAA.
48th Ward Green Council: First Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our September 21 Green Council meeting.
Granville Traffic Safety Meeting - Oct. 15
Join us for a meeting about traffic calming on Granville.
Connecting Communities on Broadway - Oct. 7
Join us for a conversation about land use planning and zoning.
Join Us for the First 48th Ward Green Council Meeting
Join us on Saturday, September 21 from 11am-12:30pm.
Banned Books Week 2024
Celebrate banned books week with the Chicago Public Library.