If parks could talk, the so-called Fire Station Park would be begging for help. Because it has suffered from neglect for oh-so-many years now. The over-grown ugly duckling plot of land is situated on the west side of Larrabee Street just south of Armitage adjacent to the fire house.

Paul Maggio and Sally Drucker pull weeds at Fire Station Park

Now, though, help is on its way. If all goes according to plan, the little park will bloom again. READ MORE

Dave Varnerin, Marie Penchang, Elizabeth Samuels, Vi Daley, Tom McGavin and Jennifer Uson

Spring time found Lincoln Central Board members spearheading a dual effort to spruce up two neighborhood parks: Bauler Park (located at 501 West Wisconsin) and Lincoln Central Park (at the corner of Lincoln and Dickens).

Bauler Park was the site of an Earth Day cleanup on April 10 that was organized by Jennifer Uson in conjunction with the Friends of the Parks and the Chicago Park District. READ MORE

Take the time some evening to stroll the 2200 block of North Burling Street. You will be awed by the architectural gem that awaits… a collection of ten magnificent brick row houses that comprise the Burling Row House Landmark District.

The row houses of Burling Street

These splendid homes, at 2225-2245 North Burling, rank among the rarest groupings of high-quality Italianate-style row houses in Chicago. READ MORE

On a warm Saturday afternoon last May cheers rose from the large attendance gathered in Oz Park for the inauguration of an exciting new baseball league. The inspiration of Dave Siegel, the Oz Park Baseball Association (OPBA) originated 15 months earlier, the outgrowth of parents expressing regret over the lack of organized sports activities for their children.

Richard Harris addresses the group on Opening Day

“A growing number of families were choosing to raise their children in the city rather than flee to the suburbs,” Siegel said. “They were motivated by the city’s improving schools and the charms of communities like Lincoln Park. But something was still missing,” reflects Dave about the challenge that lay ahead. READ MORE

Let the skies clear up and the party go on and on. That’s exactly what happened on an eventful Oct. 23rd afternoon at Bauler Park. Where excited, smiling youngsters, sporting a variety of the neatest costumes ever, turned out in droves to enjoy a much-anticipated annual Halloween party. “Whew” was the collective sigh of relief breathed by the party-goers’ parents. READ MORE

There were some VERY scary homes this year in Lincoln Park for Halloween. READ MORE

Newberry Math and Science Academy is a special school in a special neighborhood. This Math and Science magnet school welcomes children from all over Chicago. From Englewood to Lakeview and Pilsen to Rogers Park, children citywide come to this institution with a 152 year-old reputation to seek an outstanding education.

All across Chicago, the playlots of public schools have become neighborhood recreation centers for residents to enjoy on weekends and after school hours. Our vision for Newberry's playlot is to become a key neighborhood resource fitting of the Lincoln Park community. READ MORE

There’s no better place to have fun than in Chicago. The lake, the beaches, and the outdoor venues all provide a unique experience for residents and visitors alike. But safe fun is by far the best fun. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy our great city, safely: READ MORE