Join us for our free monthly Zoom Drop-In!
| Exercise and Your Joints: Relieve Pain, Avoid Osteoporosis, and Feel Better
Wednesday, July 9, 12–1pm Central via Zoom
Our favorite exercise leaders, Janèe Powell and Wesley Pulphus will demonstrate and discuss two kinds of exercise which can help address our joint issues. Many already know them and the rest of you should. Wesley leads in person exercise before our monthly Lunch Gathering, 10:30-11:30 and on Zoom every Friday morning 10-11. Janèe has led our Yoga for Balance, first in person and now on Zoom on Mondays 8-9am and on Thursdays 10-11am.
Chicago Hyde Park Village's free Zoom Drop-In series is held every 2nd Wednesday of the month. All are welcome! Invite a friend!
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| | Volunteer Appreciation Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, July 9, 4–5pm
Augustana Lutheran Church
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ALL CHPV VOLUNTEERS ARE INVITED! New Volunteers, Year-round Community Volunteers, Student Volunteers, Committee Members, Board Members, Interest Group Leaders, and ALL volunteers! | | You're a CHPV Ambassador!
Volunteer with us at the CHPV Table on July 20 for 3rd Sunday "Senior Days" at the Hyde Park Farmers Market. Contact Susan Alitto at 773-485-3643 or salitto@gmail.com or sign up to volunteer. | | | | Did you miss Dementia 101 with Dr. Jeannine Forrest?
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CHPV Board Member and SHARE Network team member Monica Long and CHPV Executive Director Lucas Livingston share about dementia-friendly communities at Northwestern University's 31st Annual Alzheimer Day in a panel with South Loop Village President Janie Urbanic and other experts and professionals in the field of aging. Learn more about the Dementia Friendly Hyde Park community-based initiative. | |
Oye! A Celebration of Ghanaian Choral Art Music
Saturday, July 26, 2025, 5 - 6:30 pm Central
Hyde Park Union Church, 5600 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago
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Come Together the Beatles sang, and you can answer their call. From Me(us) To You, all are invited! Neighbors, Friends, Families, Singers, Non-Singers, Show-offs & Introverts; Ukuleles, Accordions, Tambourines, Marimbas and Guitars Welcome. You can get a Ticket to Ride the CTA/Bus or someone may tell you to Drive My Car to Get Back. After You Saw Her Standing There you may say I Want to Hold Your Hand. We’ll sing 22+ Beatle tunes led by experienced musicians with songbooks provided. Presented by the Lake Shore Park Advisory Council and Skyline Village Chicago.
| RECURRING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Schedule subject to change. Please visit confirm with the event host prior to attending. CHPV is not responsible for the accuracy of this content. |
NEW ADDITIONS TO THE LIST...
Movies on the Midway
Wednesdays (July–August), activities 7–8pm, movie at sunset
Midway Plaisance just west of the ice rink between Ellis and University
Fun for the whole family with popular films and interactive activities this July and August
Summer Sundays, 5pm (June 22 – August 10, 2025)
Rockefeller Chapel lawn
Bring a picnic if you wish and enjoy the carillon music with neighbors and villagers
MEMORY CAFES & MEMORY SUPPORT PROGRAMS:
Social gatherings for persons living with dementia and their family, friends and care partners
Third Thursday each month, 11–12; registration requested
AKARAMA Foundation Community Service Center, 6220 South Ingleside Ave
South Loop Village Memory Café
• In-Person — Second Thursday each month at Second Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 1936 S. Michigan Ave.
Organized by Kroc Center Chicago and the SHARE Network
Third Friday each month, 11:30–1 at The Ray & Joan Kroc Center, 1250 W. 119th St, Celebration Room #3
Art-making at home for people living with dementia. Receive a new beautiful art kit package every week for free. Provided by the UChicago Memory Center with support from the I’m Still Here Foundation.
Third Friday each month, 10:15–11:15 am
Registration required
Music, Memory & Community
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 10:30am–12pm Central
Presented by Lorenzo's House for Families with Younger-Onset Dementia. Register now or contact mmc@lorenzoshouse.org or call (773) 636-9192 for more information.
Chicago Senior Services Hotline: 312-744-4016 (Monday–Friday, 9–5)
Aging@CityofChicago.org
Facebook.com/ChiSeniorServices
Learn more about the support services available citywide to address the diverse needs and interests of older adults. Download the quarterly Chicago Seniors Connected Brochure of Zoom and telephone-based programs.
Parkinson's Support Groups
UChicago Medicine and the American Parkinson Disease Association host Chicago-area support groups on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Learn which one is best for you or contact Dr. Nicole Reidy at (773) 834-1688 or nicole.reidy@uchicagomedicine.org for more information.
Workout with the UChicago Medicine Urban Health Initiative and Body Parts Fitness on Zoom every Wednesday and Friday 8:15am plus in person on Mondays at the Museum of Science and Industry! Watch recordings on the Urban Health Initiative YouTube channel.
Select Saturday mornings
Apr–Sep, 9:15am, Promontory Point
Plus additional days and locations! Visit the link for details.
Medical professionals lead 45-min park walks and informal discussions on health-related topics like sleep, nutrition, and exercise. Presented by Chicago Parks Foundation in partnership with local medical institutions.
Wellness Walk & Talk presents Open Walk Wednesdays
Every Wednesday at 12–1 - a dedicated hour of walking exclusively for community members aged 55+ at MetroSquash, 6100 S. Cottage Grove
Pitch In for the Parks
At any of Chicago's 600+ parks, community volunteers pick up litter, support park green spaces, and participate in any additional activities provided by the host. Free & family friendly. Complimentary clean-up supplies are provided. Visit the link and scroll down to see the schedule. Don't see a park near you on the schedule? Host a Pitch In for the Parks clean-up! Instructions are provided at the link. Presented by Chicago Parks Foundation.
Outdoors (May–October), 9am–2pm, every Saturday, 61st Street & Dorchester Avenue
Indoors (November–April), 9am–2pm, every Saturday in November and December (except holidays) and on second Saturdays in January through April. Enter through the red door on Blackstone Avenue.
54th Street & Old Lake Park Ave West (Hyde Park Bank parking lot)
Jazz in the Court
First Friday of the month (June–September), 12pm
Harper Court, 5235 South Harper Court
BYO Brown Bag Lunch, Limited Seating/Chair, Sunshade
Sundays (July–August), 4–6pm
Nichols Park, 1355 East 53rd Street
Free! BYO Brown Bag Dinner, Blanket/Lawn Chair, Sunshade
Chicago Police/CAPS Community Engagement
CPD's 2nd District offers multiple recurring and one-off informational and leisure activities for older adults. Visit their calendar to see what's coming up. Recurring events of interest to you may include (confirm on calendar before attending):
• 234 Beat Meeting — First Thursday each month
• 235 Beat Meeting — Second Thursday each month
• Seniors "N" 002 Senior Sub-Committee Meeting — Second Tuesday each month
Veterans Breakfast
First Tuesday each month, 8am — Join the community-organized Veterans Breakfast at Valois Restaurant (1518 E 53rd Street); cafeteria style; cash only; pay your own way; RSVP requested. For more info & to RSVP, contact Mark Johnson at markj5525@gmail.com or (773) 351-1272.
| Managing Chronic Medical Conditions Focus Group
The Chicago Fire Department's Mobile Integrated Health Unit is seeking older residents to participate in a focus group about how individuals aged 60 and over manage chronic health conditions, including COPD, asthma, diabetes, congestive heart failure, and hypertension. Visit the link above or contact 312-282-4361 or taylor.carroll@cityofchicago.org to learn more. | | | HELP SUPPORT OUR MISSION! |
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