48th Ward Blog
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For events in the 48th ward, please see our Events Calendar.

Broadway Armory Open Gym Schedule
Teen and general open gym schedule

Tree Grid Update
Tree trimming crews will be in the ward every Thursday.

Welcome New School Board Members!
Welcome to our new School Board members in the 2nd and 4th Districts!

Virtual Town Hall Recap: 2024 Year-in-Review
Watch the recording of our January 15, 2025 Town Hall

Recycle Your Christmas Tree at Margate Park
Turn your Christmas tree into free mulch!

Museum Pass Available at 48th Ward Office
Visit Chicago museums absolutely free!

48th Ward Green Council: December Meeting Recap
Read a summary of our December 5 Green Council meeting.

48th Ward Budget Briefing - Nov. 25, 2024
2025 Budget Briefing with the Better Govt. Association

CTA Holiday Train and Bus in the 48th Ward
48th ward holiday fleet departure times

48th Ward Budget Briefing - Nov. 25, 2024
Join us for a Budget Briefing with the Better Government Association.

2024 Halloween Decoration Contest Winner!
Announcing the winner of this year’s decor contest!

Ward Night Recap: November 4, 2024
Read a summary of our November 4, 2024 Ward Night meeting.

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.