Start the year with a clear plan for your business’s online presence at New Year, New Strategy: 2026 Social Media Reset. Join us on Wednesday, January 28 at 9:00 am for an interactive workshop led by Claire Richards of Amplify 7, created specifically for Beverly and Morgan Park business owners. This in-person session at Beverly […]
Join us on Weds., Jan. 28 for a business meet-up to enjoy Restaurant Resolution! We’re gathering at Nicky’s from 12-1:30 pm to have lunch. Restaurant Resolution is a promotion aimed at encouraging people to dine in at Western Ave. restaurants during a notoriously slow time of the year. It runs Mondays-Thursdays in January and February. […]
Before the South Side Irish Parade, before the river runs green, there’s only one way to kick off the season right: with a perfectly crafted Irish Coffee. Join Western Avenue bars and restaurants for the second annual Irish Coffee Crawl on March 7–8, 2026. Eleven businesses will craft their best takes on the classic drink, […]
Join the MPBHBA in supporting the South Side Irish Parade by enjoying "Parade Day" at your favorite Western Avenue bar or restaurant! It’s a great opportunity to build relationships and show your support for a great community event. Erin go Bragh! Learn more about the Parade at the South Side Irish Parade website.
Join business owners across Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood for Alderman Matt O’Shea’s 19th Ward Business Breakfast on Tuesday, March 24, at 8:30 am at Barraco's in Mt. Greenwood. Breakfast & networking will be from 8:30 to 8:50 am, followed by presentations and Q&A from 8:50 to 10 am. Speakers include Alderman O'Shea, Officer […]
Join fellow MPBHBA members for our Annual Meeting on April 16, 6-8 pm, at O'Rourke's Office! Our annual meeting gives MPBHBA members a chance to catch up with each other and learn about news in our commercial district. Members will also elect officers and directors for the upcoming year. Complimentary beverages & food will be […]
It’s a craft cocktail crawl in Beverly & Morgan Park. Join us for the 6th annual Margarita Mile on Western Avenue and beyond! Featuring original margaritas made from scratch at a dozen locations. Fill a Margarita Mile passport with stickers to qualify for a special raffle prize. More details coming soon to the Margarita Mile […]
The Margarita Mile is back and we're celebrating! Join us at Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery to kick off the promotion on Monday, June 1. Wild Blossom is opening their doors at 3 pm to toast year 6 of the Margarita Mile and 95th, MPBHBA, & BAPA leaders will be present 5-7 pm! Business owners […]
Enjoy a cup of coffee with fellow 19th Ward business owners at our early summer networking event! We will meet on Thursday, June 25 from 8:30-10 am. Don’t miss this opportunity to build relationships with other local business owners and share ideas for strengthening the business environment in Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood. This […]
Shop, groove, eat & play! Join us for a family-friendly music, food, and shopping festival on Saturday, July 18 in the 99th and 103rd Street Metra corridors. From 11 am to 6 pm, peruse sidewalk sales from food and retail businesses in both shopping districts. Enjoy children’s activities, pop-up food vendors, beer from local breweries, […]
Every August, we celebrate Black Business Month in the 19th Ward by shining a light on the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Black-owned businesses throughout Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood. Led by the Community Connections Committee, our Black Business Month programming creates intentional spaces for connection, collaboration, and community-building — with events that inspire, […]
Every August, we celebrate Black Business Month in the 19th Ward by shining a light on the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Black-owned businesses throughout Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood. Led by the Community Connections Committee, our Black Business Month programming creates intentional spaces for connection, collaboration, and community-building — with events that inspire, […]
Every August, we celebrate Black Business Month in the 19th Ward by shining a light on the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Black-owned businesses throughout Beverly, Morgan Park, and Mount Greenwood. Wrap up Black Business Month with us at the 95th Street Farmers Market! We’ll be highlighting local Black-owned businesses and closing out the month […]
Please save the date for a kickoff planning meeting on Wednesday, September 9, 5-6 pm at Americanos. Review last year's event and come to the meeting with ideas for this year, questions, and concerns. This meeting is open to Western Avenue businesses in Beverly/Morgan Park and businesses closely adjacent to Western Ave. in the neighborhood.
Artists, venues, performers and patrons are gearing up for the 13th annual Beverly Art Walk on Saturday, Sept. 26, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cornerstone event of the Beverly Area Arts Alliance is a free, family-friendly event that showcases works by 100+ artists, musical performances, public art installations, Uprising Handmade Market, Family Fun Park, […]
An evening of retail therapy supporting more than 20 small businesses on 99th and 103rd street. Co-sponsored by BAPA and the MPBHBA each year, Sip & Shop features specialty beverages and small bites while shoppers peruse special sales, fall merchandise, and the latest trends. Sip & Shop is a ticketed event. Tickets available in August […]