Enjoy UPAC's Winter Party and Keep the Fun Times Rollin'!

posted Apr 5, 2020, 12:34 PM by UPAC UPAC

The fun and family-friendly programs that we put on at Unity Park keep the neighborhood vibrant and engage our neighbors. They're free to anyone who comes to the park, and that is only possible because of the generosity of neighbors like you and local businesses and elected officials.

A fun way to contribute is to come to our party! Thursday, December 5^th 2019, 6-10 PM Weegee's Lounge, 3659 W. Armitage Ave.

The party is such an enjoyable experience that it feels unbelievable that you're supporting our programs at the same time! For a small donation, $20, you get an entry that includes delicacies from the finest local restaurants, a drink, and an raffle entry. Oh, the raffle prizes are always amazing too! So get your tickets here now!

Here's a glimpse of some of the prizes in the raffle or up for auction at the party. And we have food from Buona Terra, Reno, and more on the way!

Opera-Matic's back with Lost and Found!

posted Nov 9, 2019, 10:49 AM by UPAC UPAC

In less than 24 hours ,Opera-matic will bring Lost and Found" to Unity Park! This free performance is part of Chicago Park District's Nights Out in the Parka 2019 - Year of Chicago Theatre.

And don't worry about the cold - we’ve got hot cocoa, a bunch of hand warmers, fire pits, and outdoor space heaters to warm up the event!

Opera-matic is returning back to Unity Park with their Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) theme show, Lost and Found! We all remember their hit Joyful Passage show from last year!

November 2^nd, 5 - 7:30 PM at Unity Park

Opera-Matic's "Lost and Found" event series will feature live music, interactive art, and a variety of activities and experiences guided by an ensemble of theatre performers, including a Carnival of Lost Things and a Memory Parade. Opera-Matic events are designed to be enjoyed by park neighbors and community members of all ages and backgrounds.

It's Time for UPAC's Fall Classic - Pumpkinfest!

posted Nov 1, 2019, 7:36 PM by UPAC UPAC

There will be so much happening on Saturday at Pumpkinfest at Unity Park, from 10 AM - 2 PM.

Pumpkins - free, 1 per child, till supplies last
Pumpkin-decorating
Face-painting
Costume parade at 12 noon led by Ald. Carlos Rosa
Chicago Hockey Initiative's "Puck-In-Fest"
Seasonal music by Jim Ryan and DJ GIO Sandz
Popcorn, apple cider, and sweets

Pumpkinfest 2019 - flyer - orange - 10/19/19 10 AM - 2 PM

And, several local organizations and elected officials will have tables at the event, including State Representative Will Guzzardi and Inner City Impact.

Pumpkinfest will also serve as a voting location for the 35^th Ward Partcipatory Budget Voting .

Help make this the biggest and best Pumpkinfest ever - email us to volunteer!

Thank you to these Pumpkinfest sponsors!

Dill Pickle Food Co-op
S G Cap Trading
State Senator Iris Y. Martinez
State Representative Will Guzzardi
Chicago Park District
Unity Park Advisory Council

Here's Unity's Fall Line-Up!

posted Oct 17, 2019, 1:24 PM by UPAC UPAC

Contents

1 Health & Wellness Fair This Weekend!
2 Don't Miss Midnight Circus at Kosciuszko Park!
3 Pumpkinfest - Join the Team!

Fall is here, and Unity's fall line-up is here to go along with your pumpkin spice latte!

Health & Wellness Fair This Weekend!

Dr. Jessica Reggi and Katie Palmer will be at our health and wellness event at Unity Park on Saturday, September 28, from 10:30 AM - 12 PM. They'll tell you how to stay healthy the fall, with tips from pediatrics, yoga, and more!

Don't Miss Midnight Circus at Kosciuszko Park!

The big tent is back at Kosciuszko Park, with two shows each on October 5^th and 6^th! Not only can you enjoy and marvel at the amazing feats of acrobatics, juggling, and other world‐class contemporary circus performances , but you support your neighborhood parks as you do so!

Make it a circus night out (or matinee show) at Koz Park, or any of the other parks in the schedule below!

Want to help with the circus (and see the show for free)? Email us to find out more, or come to our next meeting - Wednesday, 10/2/2019 7 PM at LSNA, 2840 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Pumpkinfest - Join the Team!

Before you know it, it'll be time for charlie to roam the pumpkin patch! Come join us as we scheme to make this the biggest and best Pumpkinfest ever - email us to join, or come to our next meeting - Wednesday, 10/2/2019 7 PM at LSNA, 2840 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Logan Square Title Up for Grabs Again!

posted Sep 25, 2019, 1:25 PM by UPAC UPAC

No prizes for guessing what is up on August 31! (Hint: see the flyer below :)

Fitness in the Park Returns with Yoga, Zumba, and More!

posted Sep 25, 2019, 1:24 PM by UPAC UPAC

All classes are free, and start at 10 AM at Unity Park. Participants should bring a mat, a towel, and water and snacks.
Todas las clases son gratuitas y comienzan a las 10AM en Unity Park. Los participantes deben traer una colchoneta, una toalla y agua o bocadillos.

Family Yoga / Yoga Familiar

Family Yoga is sponsored by/es patrocinado por Logan Square Pilates Power Core Studio.

Saturdays 6/1, 8/10
Sundays 7/14

Yoga

Saturdays 5/25, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 7/6, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/17, 8/24
Sundays 6/2, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/28, 8/18, 8/25, 9/1

Zumbini

For children 0-4 and their caregivers.

Sundays 6/9, 8/11, 8/18

Rollin' Rec's Rollin' On!

The Chicago Park District's Rolling Recreational vehicle, Rollin' Rec, is at Unity Park!

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 PM -1:30 PM beginning Tuesday, July 2nd.

Upcoming dates are 8/1, 8/6, 8/8.

In each visit, Rollin' Rec will offer new activities for the whole family during the Summer months! The vans drive in, and the fun rolls out - sports, gymnastics and fitness activities. Come join us and enjoy these activities with others in your community. No registration required, just come out and have fun.

Wanna Put on a Party?

posted Sep 25, 2019, 1:23 PM by UPAC UPAC

We're planning a community block party in the park on September 14^th. Want to help make it happen? Contact us!

About Face Theatre's Gonna Be Stopping By!

posted Aug 20, 2019, 12:04 PM by UPAC UPAC

On Friday, August 16^th at 6:30 PM, Nights Out in the Parks and UPAC present, "Power in Pride". It will be performed by LGBTQ Youth from About Face Theater. The performance will be followed by discussion.

About Face Theater at Unity Park 8/16/2019 at 6:30 PM

Jazz and Our Summer Movie

posted Aug 16, 2019, 12:21 PM by UPAC UPAC

Our Summer Movie is Mary Poppins!

August 11 at Dusk/8 PM

Spread out on your blanket with your children on the north lawn at Unity, and enjoy the free popcorn, as you watch UPAC and Nights Out in the Parks presentation of the childrens' classic, Mary Poppins Returns!

Gustavo Cortiñas Quartet - Tuning Back!

Yes, Nights Out in the Parks is bringing back the Gustavo Cortiñas Quartet after their stellar performance last year! Friday, August 9 at 6:30 PM on the green grass. Bring a blanket and refreshments, and let them take you on a excursion into their innovative jazz.

Gistavo Cortinas Quartet at Unity Park 8/9/2019 6:30 PM

UPAC's Inaugural Summer Solstice Comedy Spectacular!

posted Aug 3, 2019, 11:02 AM by UPAC UPAC

Our first ever comedy event is this Friday, June 21st at 6:30 PM at Unity Park! The Summer Solstice Comedy Spectacular will be MC'd by Logan Square's very own Jess Martinez who has put together a lineup of comedians doing stand up that will have folks LAUGHING OUR GRASS OFF! The lineup includes Victoria Fombelle, Liz Getty, Janice V. Rodriguez and Audrey Jonas.

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