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Chicago Park District celebrates inclusivity with MasQUEERade Ball at Columbus Park

By AustinTalks | November 16, 2019

The Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks event series welcomes a new initiative into its fold, the teen-led Queering the Parks (QTP) initiative. Chicago youth from across the city, who identify as LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual/Ally, Plus) are collaborating to support safer public spaces for their communities by hosting inclusive events. The event series will culminate with a MasQUEERade Ball on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd. from 6 to 10 pm.

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Chicago Park District offers free fitness classes this week

By AustinTalks | September 2, 2019

The park district – with several facilities in Austin – is offering monthly membership from $10 to $20. Three-month passes range from $30 to $60, and an annual pass is $100 to $225. There is also a free three-month fitness center program.

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Vets honored during West Side Juneteenth commemoration

By Kendall Polidori | June 21, 2019

Wednesday’s celebration was organized by the West Side Historical Preservation Society, Garfield Park Advisory Council and Greg Zanis of Crosses for Losses.

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Get fit for free this week at Chicago Parks facilities

By AustinTalks | March 17, 2019

Patrons who purchase a fitness center membership (for a month, three months or annual) from March 18 to 24 will receive a complimentary water bottle and towel while supplies last.

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Christmas tree recycling program begins

By AustinTalks | January 4, 2019

The city’s annual holiday tree recycling program will run from Saturday, Jan. 5 through Saturday, Jan. 19. Garfield Park and Riis are two of the 25 parks participating.

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Family night Thursday at Columbus Park

By AustinTalks | March 13, 2018

The Chicago Park District invites West Side families for a night out March 15 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Columbus Park, 500 S. Central Ave.

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Work out for free at Chicago Park District facilities

By AustinTalks | January 5, 2018

“Free Fitness Week” runs from Jan. 8 through 14. Take a fitness class, work out in the gym, go for a swim or try a number of other activities on the West Side and throughout the city.

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Get healthy in 2017

By AustinTalks | January 2, 2017

From Jan. 9-15th, check out the Chicago Park District’s 73 fitness centers, hundreds of classes and more than 20 park pools that offer lap swim.

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See Shakespeare in Austin tonight

By AustinTalks | August 9, 2016

“Twelfth Night” will be performed 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at Columbus Park.

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Celebrate arts and culture this weekend

By AustinTalks | August 3, 2016

The Austin Town Hall will host the free, two-day event that features performers, food and more.