Past Events

Regretfully our event on August 24th from 9:00 to 11:00 at the Larrabee/Erie DFA (North part of Ward Park) has been cancelled.  Stay tuned for our October 19th event.  

  The River North Fall Gallery Walk is featuring 21 locations with special events throughout River North opening Friday, September 6th from 5-8pm. The event includes design vignettes from 33 artists and 22 designers sure to inspire. Kickoff and after parties benefit The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation and Humble Design. Tickets now available. For more information and to purchase tickets, CLICK HERE.      

To print a copy of this flyer to post, CLICK HERE.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the location for this event has changed, but we think you will love this hidden gem! We invite you to join us at The Cava Room at Moe’s Cantina located at 155 W. Kinzie Street in River North. Our generous host, Moe’s Cantina, has added an additional complimentary drink ticket to the offering, so instead of two drink tickets you will receive three drink tickets and a complimentary buffet of authentic Mexican cuisine. With a meld…

NNUP Monthly Meeting THIS MONDAY September 30th 1111 N Wells 6 pm Agenda Update  811 W Evergreen YWCA Family Works Local Allstate Agent Dialtone Café Liquor License Info.

Please celebrate Jewish New Year with Lure Fishbar.  We will be offering amazing holiday specials from October 2 - October 5.  Your place or ours!   Please make a reservation or place your takeout order! Send any takeout orders to mgabrielson@lurefishbar.com

Click here for a PDF copy of the flyer to print or post.

Towing and Street Closures: No parking is allowed on the marathon course. Towing of vehicles on the course will begin at 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024. The Chicago Marathon will involve extensive street closures on Sunday, October 13, 2024.  More information and a full list can be found here.

CANCELLED Enjoy coffee and conversation with the 18th District Commander, Michael Barz. Date: Thursday, October 17 Time:  10:00 am to 11:00  am Location:  TBD - Check back here.  Location will be listed when identified.    

The18th District Community Conversation event is a forum that allows community members to have their input for the 2025 18th District strategic plan. The plan is a guideline that the 18th District will use to address community  concerns regarding crime. Everyone is welcome.  Please register and participate. This is a two part series.  Ideas identified in the first session are built upon in the second session.  It is ideal to register and participate on both days.  However, if you are unable to do both…

On Friday, October 18th, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen will be cohosting a Halloween Blood Drive with State Senator Rob Martwick and State Rep Lindsey LaPointe. It will be hosted right outside of Commisioner Degnen’s office at 4347 N Milwaukee Ave. Please use the QR Code to register or CLICK HERE.  

Join RNRA with Dog.Hotel | Daycare and Boulevard Vet to celebrate Halloween with your pets!  Free photo booth, treats and goodie bags!.  Thank you to both of these local businesses for their support in sponsoring the power washes of the Larrabee/Erie Dog Friendly Area!  

Join us in our beautiful Ward Park for our final clean up event of the year! We will meet at 9am on Saturday, October 19th. Supplies will be provided. Please sign up ahead of time so we can determine how many supplies we will need. Hope to see you there! When: Sat, August 19 from 9:00 a.m to 11:00m Where: Montgomery Ward Park, Erie & Kingsbury (630 N. Kingsbury Street)

Skyline Village Chicago, The Center for Life and Learning and Fourth Presbyterian Church invite you to a School Board Candidate Forum. The November 2024 election is the first time you will see School Board Candidates on your ballot.  Chicago is divided into ten School Board Districts with different candidates in each district. The 4th and 6th Districts include River North, Near North, Streeterville, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Edgewater, Uptown, Buena Park, West Loop, South Loop,…

The Chicago Help Initiative (CHI) has been serving meals and providing services to the underserved and homeless for years. CHI has added asylum seekers to their meals and services and guest numbers have increased greatly, as has the price of food. CHI is now cooking at 3 locations a week preparing meals for up to 300 guests at a time. Join The Chicago Help Initiative on October 24  for an annual fundraising event, “FEEDING HOPE”. This year’s event will be…

RNRA wishes a heartfelt thank you with gratitude to our local heroes who protect and serve every day. Take a moment to say thank you when you see them!  

Visit Hard Rock Cafe for the  UChicago Booth ROCK-TOBER (open to the public), where a  local River North band, Stage Fright, will be featured!   Use your My River North mobile app and receive 20% off dine-in meals. Offer doesn't apply to alcoholic beverages or at the retail store.  

Ready for Howl-A-Ween?  Join us at Hard Rock Cafe on October 31st from 5pm-8pm for our Spooktacular Howl-A-Ween Dog Fashion Show! We're partnering with Anti Cruelty for an evening of Halloween fun and frolic! Featuring a DJ spinning the hits, festive small bites, sweet treats and the chance to shop local pet vendors, all while supporting a great cause!  

The18th District Community Conversation event is a forum that allows community members to have their input for the 2025 18th District strategic plan. The plan is a guideline that the 18th District will use to address community  concerns regarding crime. Everyone is welcome.  Please register and participate. This is a two part series.  Ideas identified in the first session are built upon in the second session.  It is ideal to register and participate on both days.  However, if you are unable to do both…

Join the 18th District Community Policing Office to present on the important topic of street safety and overall public safety awareness, including con games and how to prevent and report it.  Safety tips and strategies offered to help you stay safe.  To print a copy of this flyer, CLICK HERE  

Join the 18th District Community Policing Office to present on the important topic of street safety and overall public safety awareness, including con games and how to prevent and report it.  Safety tips and strategies offered to help you stay safe.  To print a copy of this flyer, CLICK HERE  

Join us for our 27th Annual Meeting with guest speakers Alderman Brendan Reilly and 18th District CPD Commander Michael Barz.  Enjoy delicious appetizers beer, wine, and a signature cocktail. Raffle Tickets available at the event - $10 each or 3 for $20 $650 Value from V/O Med Spa: $500 Lumecca IPL Photo Facial + $150 3-Piece Gift Set $500 Value from The Godfrey Hotel Chicago: One night stay for 2 in a deluxe room + $200 Voucher for Food & Beverage…

Chicago's 111th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will occur Friday, November 22, at 6:00 pm in Millennium Park (near the intersection of Michigan Ave and Washington St). The tree this year is a 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family of Logan Square. The event will have performances followed by the traditional tree lighting ceremony and fireworks. There will be multiple viewing locations and concessions available. Click HERE for more information.

Your holiday cheer starts here with The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival! Kick-off the season with a joy-filled holiday celebration Saturday, November 23.   The centerpiece is the largest nighttime parade in the United States. Led by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse of Walt Disney World® Resort, the spectacular 2024 parade down North Michigan Avenue will feature fabulous floats with beloved characters Buzz Lightyear and Woody, Anna and Elsa, Tiana and Belle, marching bands from across the country, musical celebrities, Santa…

Santa Arrives 12pm Brunch with Santa* | 12pm – 3pm Live Holiday Music | 12:30pm – 3pm Fresh off his appearance at The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, Santa will trade in his sleigh for the Seadog and sail to Navy Pier for Brunch at Harry Caray’s Tavern’s new pop-up, the Lakefront Lodge. Watch him make his grand entrance aboard the Seadog at noon as the Chicago Fire Department welcomes him into the harbor with their impressive water cannons. Upon…

Overnight Parking Ban: If you park on a street with this sign above it between 3am and 7am, even if there is no snow on the ground, the City will tow you starting at 3am on Sunday, December 1. Two-Inch Parking Ban: A separate snow related parking ban exists and can be activated after there are at least two inches of snow on the street, no matter the time of day or the calendar date. For more information:  CLICK HERE.

Candlelight Carols features Moody’s music ensembles performing a festive mix of classic carols & contemporary songs.  But did you know this event offers more than just beautiful Christmas music? In addition to the music, there will be a stage presentation, a Christmas Market, Festival of Arts & Culture, a special Kids Zone and food trucks! Come for the concert and stay for the fun! Tickets are now on sale at www.candlelightcarols.com for December 6–7 on our Chicago campus.  

Please join the 18th District Community Policing Office on the topic of street safety and overall public safety awareness, including con games and how to prevent and report them.  CPD will offer safety tips and strategies to help you stay safe at home and in public.

ART WORKS Projects is thrilled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Emerging Lens Fellowship Program on December 12th from 6-9pm, with a special evening of wine tasting and an exhibition showcasing the program’s impactful history at our gallery on 625 N Kingsbury. As a special promotion to our River North neighbors, you can use the code "AWPFRIEND" for $25 off of general admission tickets. 

Chicago’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular Tuesday, December 31, 2024 • Along the Chicago River Best viewed along the Chicago River from Upper Wacker Dr. In partnership with ART on THE MART Fireworks launched from six bridges at Midnight.  More information.

2025 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program Opens: Monday, January 13 Mark your calendars for the 2025 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program. This program enables property owners to share the cost of sidewalk repair with the City. It will be open for applications on Monday, January 13, 2025, from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm. Please note: Applications will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. The number of participants is based on availability of funds. Senior citizens and persons with disabilities may qualify for a further discounted rate. Applications will…

Free Museum Days for MLK Day 2025: Shedd Aquarium, Chicago History Museum, and Art Institute of Chicago Schedule your plans for MLK Day. By Chicago Southsider - January 16, 2025 Modified date: January 16, 2025 Photo credit: ©Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez The Shedd Aquarium, Chicago History Museum, and The Art Institute of Chicago have released their 2025 free admission days. All of the institutions will be free on Monday, January 20 — which is Martin Luther King Jr. Day — for…

Cast your vote here by midnight on February 2nd for the three films that will be shown this summer Ward Park at 630 N Kingsbury St. Movies are presented by RNRA and the Chicago Park District and supported by local sponsors.

Explore the city's world-renowned culinary scene. Chicago Restaurant Week is a celebration of the city’s award-winning culinary scene. With over 470 participating restaurants this year, there is surely something that piques your appetite. Click here to learn more.  

The Near North Library Branch will be hosting a winter wonderland fest on Sunday, January 26, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. This party will include a visit from Frosty the Snowman, wintry crafts, games, and treats. All ages are welcome and no registration is required. Please call the Near North Library (located at 310 W Division St) at (312) 744-0991 with any questions.  

  Now in its 13th year, Chicago Theatre Week features discounted tickets to more than 100 performances at theatres across the city, from musicals to improv to dramas and beyond. Experience everything Chicago theatre has to offer at a discounted rate. Click here for more.

February 9, 2025 Location: Humboldt Park in Chicago Event Start: 10 am The Winter Walk is an initiative that believes ending homelessness is within our reach. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds towards that goal and to support organizations that are working on prevention, support, and care for our homeless community. On February 9th, in beautiful Humboldt Park in the heart of our city, Chicagoans will gather to walk shoulder to shoulder to help end homelessness and to let our unhoused friends…

Our Community Days are a free invitation to all to come to the Driehaus Museum and to experience the Museum with the curator of and artists featured in our current Materialities exhibition. A Tale of Today: Materialities is part of Art Design Chicago, a citywide collaboration initiated by the Terra Foundation for American Art that highlights the city’s artistic heritage and creative communities. A Tale of Today: Materialities is funded by the Terra Foundation for American Art. FREE, but Registration is suggested:  CLICK HERE to find out more. On…

Join us for our first 2025 “I Love River North” Happy Hour at Hawksmoor. Tickets available at the QR Code above or CLICK HERE. All proceeds support RNRA Advocacy work thanks to our generous host providing the venue, beverages and food. Raffle tickets available at the door: $10 each or 3 for $20. $250 Gift Certificate to Hawksmoor $500 Gift Certificate to V|O Med Spa for 1 Lumecca IPL Laser Treatment (2 of these will be raffled off) $300 Gift…

Help the 18th District Chicago Community Police Department collect items for the Community Easter Egg Hunt.  They are in need of baskets, candy and Easter favors.      

Please note that attached update for filming on 3/18-currently posted in the neighborhood.  

To find out more about Project Education Plus, CLICK HERE.  

Due to extreme weather forecasts Wednesday, this filming needs to push one day to Thursday.  They are working to get the adjusted leaflets up asap to this area.  Revised leaflet attached. CLICK HERE for a PDF.  

Consider organizing a drive in your building!

SPECIAL NOTE ON APRIL 24   The second notice posted is an updated leaflet for this location, highlighting that there will be prop guns used (with no sound) and emergency vehicles responding on-site for this scene. This will all be under the supervision for the Chicago Police Department.

Join RNRA and Friends of the Parks for our first clean up event of the year at our amazing Ward Park! We will celebrate Earth Day on April 26 from 9-11am. Supplies will be provided. We look forward to seeing you!  

Alderman Reilly is hosting a Community Shred Day on Saturday, April 26th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The event will be held at the Ohio Place Dog Park located at 360 West Ohio Street. You can access the Park from the intersection of West Ohio Street and North Kingsbury Street. Please see the flyer below for more information. Households can bring up to two boxes of documents to be shredded, and shredding materials will be accepted until the shred…

  Join RNRA Members and sign up to walk or run this 5K in honor of Commander Paul Bauer. Click on Register below and join Team :018 Blue for Bauer. Let's help the 18th District win this year for most participants!

The Saint Jude Memorial March will take place downtown on Sunday, May 4, from 8am to 10am. The march is hosted by the Saint Jude Police League, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting the men and women of the Chicago Police Department and their families. The League provides support to families who have experienced the loss of a loved one serving on the force. Police officers will begin assembling for the march around 6am. The officers taking part in the march will begin…

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…

On Friday, May 16, legendary Chicago butchery Publican Quality Meats will be teaming up with London-born steakhouse Hawksmoor to bring a very British tradition to Chicago with their first-ever Beefsteak Club dinner at Hawksmoor in River North. Tickets for the gut-busting feast - featuring stacks of canapes, giant beefsteaks, pork chops, and more - are available now for $150. Spots are going fast! CLICK HERE for more information

Join NNUP (Near North Unity Program)  for their monthly meeting. Note the meeting is a week earlier than usual due to the holiday When:  Monday, May 19th at 6:00 p.m. Where: 1111 N. Wells Street Agenda to be posted when available.

TO PRINT A PDF of the flyer, CLICK HERE. Join 18th District Commmander Michael Neckermann for a cup of coffee and conversation.  Meet your 18th District CAP Officers. When: May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Where:  Marshall Field Garden Apartments - 1408 N. Sedgwick