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August 2026
Coffee with 18th District Commander
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Anti-Cruelty Clear the Shelters Event
Join us at Anti-Cruelty for our Clear the Shelters adoption event on Sat, Aug 22 from 11:00am - 6:00pm and help us find loving homes for every animal in our care! Adoption fees will be waived for the day as we work to clear all of our kennels. Come meet your new best friend at our adoption center (510 N. LaSalle) and make a life-changing difference for a shelter pet. For more information go to: https://anticruelty.org/ClearTheShelters
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18th Police District Council Monthly Meeting
18th Police District Council Monthly Meeting August 25 - 6:00 p.m. The 18th Police District Council will hold its monthly meeting on August 25, 2026 at 6pm at Wintrust Bank at 100 W. North Ave (Wintrust Bank at NW corner of Clark St & North Ave). Street Parking is available on North Avenue and Clark Street. Our guest speaker will be 2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins. We appreciate his attendance as he will provide his perspectives on safety issues. District Councilors will also provide updates,…
Find out more »The Dinosaur of Lake Michigan – A. Montgomery Ward Park
Description Mary is fascinated by the legends of monsters in the Great Lakes. She invites audiences to join her on her treasure hunt for the elusive “dinosaur of Lake Michigan”, also known as a sturgeon. Taking place near Chicago's bodies of water, "The Dinosaur of Lake Michigan" highlights the importance of community care in light of the ever growing climate emergency. Kerfuffle and Rabbitfoot Puppetry use hyper realistic animal puppets made out of recyclable items, live music, and physical storytelling…
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September 2026
CPD 18th District CAPS Beat Meeting – 1822
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This is your chance to get involved. Please join your neighbors at: Holy Family Church 542 W. Hobbie Street Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings…
Find out more »CPD 18th District Beat Meeting – 1823
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This is your chance to get involved. Please join your neighbors at: Holy Family Church 542 W. Hobbie Street Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings…
Find out more »CPD 18th District CAPS Beat Meeting – 1821
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. Please join your neighbors at: The Clark - 1201 N. Clark Street Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address…
Find out more »CPD 18th District CAPS Beat Meeting – 1824
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting Please join your neighbors at: The Clark - 1201 N. Clark Street Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city…
Find out more »River North Design District Hosts 10th Annual Fall Gallery Walk September 11
To celebrate their 10th Anniversary, The RNDD Fall Gallery Walk is featuring 18 locations with special events throughout River North opening Friday, September 11th from 5-8pm. The event includes design vignettes from 31 artists and 17 designers sure to inspire anyone who wants to make their home a beautiful art filled haven. The Gallery Walk is free and open to the public, with proceeds from the afterparty, Light after Dark benefiting Tunnel to Towers. Visit our website to learn more…
Find out more »River North Design District After Party – Light After Dark
Join us for Light after Dark, the official VIP After Party closing the 10th Annual River North Design District Gallery Walk on September 11. The evening commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11 while celebrating a decade of art and design within the River North Design District. Guests are encouraged to dress in avant-garde fashion and will enjoy music, crafted cocktails and culinary offerings from the chefs at the BSH Experience Center. For more information and tickets, CLICK HERE.
Find out more »Run Mag Mile – Join the Chicago Help Initiative’s “Run with CHI” Team
Join the Chicago Help Initiative’s “Run with CHI” team at the 2026 Run Mag Mile 5K/10K and help support our work serving people experiencing homelessness in Chicago. Runners of all experience levels are welcome and receive discounted registration, a team T-shirt, and the chance to help fund meals, outreach, and job readiness support. Team members can also enjoy a practice run and a fun volunteer morning serving coffee and snacks to the community. To Register Click on the QR Code…
Find out more »CPD 18th District Beat Meeting – 1831
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This meeting is facilitated by RNRA Chair of Public Safety. Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and…
Find out more »CPD 18th District Beat Meeting – 1832
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This meeting is facilitated by RNRA Chair of Public Safety. Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and…
Find out more »CPD 12th District CAPS Beat Meeting – 1214
We encourage residents to participate in the CAPS Beat Meetings. Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as…
Find out more »CPD 18th District Beat Meeting – 1833
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood,…
Find out more »CPD 18th District Beat Meeting – 1834
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. Unsure of your Beat? To find your District & Beat, click HERE. What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police. CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood,…
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