Austin
Community remembers teenager Elijah Sims
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A couple dozen people gathered Sunday to remember teenager Elijah Sims, who was killed four years ago, and to call for better witness protection. His case remains unsolved.
Columbus Park
Shakespeare being performed at Columbus Park tonight
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream begins at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7. The free event is being sponsored by the Chicago Park District and Boeing.
Community
3,000 people turn out for last week’s “Summer of Opportunity”
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The June 23rd event at Columbus Park, organized by BUILD, celebrated the end of school and provided a practical way for young people to connect to positive activities and stay safe.
15th District Police
Liquor stores, gas stations put on notice to rid their areas of criminal activity
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15th District Commander Dwayne Betts has been meeting with local businesses and community groups to make Austin safer.
Community
See Shakespeare in Austin tonight
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“Twelfth Night” will be performed 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at Columbus Park.
health
City-operated farmers markets up and running in Austin
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From 2 to 7 p.m. stop by Columbus Park (Tuesdays), La Follette Park (Wednesdays) and Austin Town Hall (Thursdays).
Community
Run or walk Saturday at Columbus Park Refectory
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Austin P.O.W.E.R (People Organizing Wealth & Economic Resources) of Life is hosting the 5k. Rain or shine, the race will start at 8 a.m.
Aretha Franklin
Summer concerts in Austin start Friday evening
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The songs of Aretha Franklin will be performed 7 p.m. May 27 at Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson. Four other shows will be held throughout the summer.
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It’s a beautiful day for a bike ride
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Join Slow Roll Chicago today from 1 to 3 p.m. The free event begins at Columbus Park, 500 S. Central Ave.
News
Shakespeare in the Park comes to Columbus Park for third year
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Austin residents enjoyed the free performance by the Chicago Shakespeare Theater; a few shows remain this week elsewhere in the city.