News
Wisconsin college students visit Austin
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Carrol University students spent a week visiting with Catalyst Circle Rock students and exploring Austin and other city neighborhoods.
Opinion
Being black in America and CNN documentary
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John W. Fountain III. reflects on a television program about being African-American and writes about his own experiences.
Community
Austin girls learn to be leaders
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They ended the summer program that provided cultural, career-building and community service experiences with a Rites of Passage celebration Aug. 4.
News
Austin enjoys Shakespeare in the Parks
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The Aug. 1 performance of “The Taming of the Shrew” at Austin Town Hall was the third of 11 scheduled performances by the free citywide tour, which brought residents and visitors to the West Side neighborhood.
News
Local artists react to Chicago’s draft cultural plan
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While some express support for the city’s plan, others remain concerned the West Side was not singled out for specific projects.
News
Austin Town Hall hosts Dance in the Parks
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The free event featured professionals, as well as student performers from the Chicago Park District day camp program.
News
Monday Brazilian night at the Garfield Park Conservatory
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The 6 p.m. July 30 free event will feature performers from the Chicago West Community Music Center’s cultural exchange program.
Opinion
Summer cycle of death continues
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Columnist John Fountain III writes about the deeper issues behind the violence plaguing the city.
News
The West Side joins Chicago’s cultural plan conversation
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The March 15 event at Austin Town Hall Park brought residents together to dicuss what improvements in arts and culture are needed in their communities.
Community
Join the cultural conversation at the Austin Town Hall Park
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The March 15 meeting is a series of events being held throughout the city to share stories and ideas about arts and culture in Chicago neighborhoods.