Seymour's Big Band is a swing orchestra that performs at the Oak PArk Arms Retirement Community every quarter. The lead Saxophonist is Seymour, the founder and personality of the band. full post »

Neighborhood leaders and community development practitioners from Chicago and around the country will come together for a two-day work session on March 26 and 27 to share how they improve the places they live and work. The conference, Getting It Done: ... full post »

Luis and I ask Danny, the owner of Long Grove Cleaners & Laundromat at 63rd & May about their reaction to some surprising facts plastered on a nearby billboard....and along the way, talk about the Englewood community and the changes happening ther... full post »

In a community in the grips of gentrification, a key question that begs attention is what is more important, inclusion or engagement. The response to this question by community leaders could make the difference in whether the community is able to p... full post »

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A theater company in Paseo Boricua bringing the stories of the people onto the stage, and providing opportunities for the community to learn and practice skills of the theater business. full post »

Full Title: Trains: Coming to a town near you! full post »

Jonathan Swain talks about how his organization is looking out for Auburn-Gresham by promoting it's business sector, and the development of the human and structural components of the community. full post »