It was like marching barking dogs thru a kennel. Our local idiots used it as an excuse to set off fireworks and yell out curses. I'm not aligned with the message of f*** the police but surely am moved profoundly by a society that provides a police escort to those who wish to public proclaim their message however unproductive, and respect the Bridgeport history as home to protests that influenced American history and economic growth.
Neighbor message Ward 11
11 hours ago
Updated 54 min ago
17 year Bridgeport resident
Help needed with costumes and stage sets
The kids at the Valentine Boys & Girls Club are putting on a play, Alice In Wonderland, in early June. I'm looking for seven dress or longer length zippers for their costumes, artificial greenery and flowers and, if there is an angel out there, an teen-size Cheshire Cat costume (or something that comes close). Help with the sewing and designing/constructing costumes would also be very appreciated. Working with the kids is fun. If you can help, please either drop off the zippers, greenery and/or costume at the Club (3400 S. Emerald) between 11am and 6pm and/or leave a message here. Thank you.
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Neighbor message 2400-2699 S. Green St.
1 hour ago
criminal trespass to vehicles
An SUV parked at the CTA Park n Ride lot just east of Green Street at the Halsted Orange Line stop was broken into some time before 11am this morning. The passenger side rear window was smashed.
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Media mention 3134 S Union Street
2 hours ago
New for Sale! Modern house renovation close to downtown in Bridgeport
Here's a sneak peek at our new single family home listing at 3134 S Union Street in the Bridgeport neighborhood. The convenient location is close to many major employers and attractions...
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
31 hours ago
Updated 3 hours ago
Bridgeport Alliance
Anti-Capitalist Militant March coming through Bridgeport today
http://natoprotest.org/article/ftpanti-capitalist-militant-march/
Start Time:May 15, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
End Time:May 15, 2012, 11:59 p.m.
Location: 51st and Halsted, chicago, il
It looks like their route is going straight up Halsted to 31st. I assume that they will march further (to the orange line, perhaps) or gather in the park.
I assume that this is a peaceful group. I just want neighbors to be aware that there might be traffic issues.
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
2 days ago
Updated 4 hours ago
New To Bridgeport
Attempted Garage Break-In's
Hello Neighbors, we live on 32nd & Normal and overnight someone tried breaking into our garage and our neighbors garage. They gained access to our backyards and tried breaking in through our aluminum doors.They weren't successful, but they damaged our doors, frames and locks pretty badly. We have filed police reports and wanted to get the word.
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Thanks for the info.
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joseph T.Mulac "Vets Park Area" New 97th St. Block Captain,Joseph T.Mulac co-owner
Hello! In reference to"Bridgeport. There is the same problem in the Southeast. 97th&Muskegon. My yard was entered. A gate, bed frame rail angle irons.leg supports for a yard swing. Also other items. I had reported yard theft earlier this year.End result stolen items taken to nearby scrap yard .
Neighbor message Bridgeport
7 hours ago
Bridgeport Alliance
Bridgeport Alliance General Meeting Reminder
Hello Neighbors!
Please join us Thursday, May 17 for our monthly general meeting.
We will be meeting at 7:00 PM at De La Salle - 1040 West 32nd Place
This will be mostly an update meeting. Topics on the agenda include:
31st Street Bus
Participatory Budgeting
Remediation & Redevelopment of the Fisk Plant Site
Just a note - Bridgeport Alliance did not participate in or support the protest that took place on Halsted last night.
If you have any questions...
Hello Neighbors!
Please join us Thursday, May 17 for our monthly general meeting.
We will be meeting at 7:00 PM at De La Salle - 1040 West 32nd Place
This will be mostly an update meeting. Topics on the agenda include:
31st Street Bus
Participatory Budgeting
Remediation & Redevelopment of the Fisk Plant Site
Just a note - Bridgeport Alliance did not participate in or support the protest that took place on Halsted last night.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at bridgeportalliance@gmail.com
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Bridgeport Alliance is a grassroots organization of local residents and institutions
committed to engage in the decision making that impacts our community utilizing
education, advocacy, and collaborative action to promote responsive government
and an improved quality of life for all residents.
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Media mention Multiple locations
15 hours ago
How To Survive Parents Moving Into Your Chicago Home
1130 W. 37th St.
This article has 1 other Chicago location (Show)5251 N. Central Ave.
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Media mention Multiple locations
16 hours ago
Protesters march against police on South Side
The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
This article has 2 other Chicago locations (Show)The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
The protest ended around 9:30 p.m. at Taylor and Halsted. Police reported no arrests.
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3 Building permits
16 hours ago
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Permit issued for renovation/alteration
2508 S. Throop St. Comment SubscribeREVISED EXISTING PERMIT #100418962
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Permit issued for electric wiring
3145 S. Ashland Ave. Comment SubscribeMONTHLY MAINTENANCE JUNE 2012
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Permit issued for electric wiring
2700 S. Wells St. Comment SubscribeINSTALL NEW 200 AMP SERVICE FOR GARAGE
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Business license 215-225 W. 31st St.
16 hours ago
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BRIDGEPORT SHELL
215-225 W. 31st St. Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
17 hours ago
Rotary Chicago Near South Meeting
Meeting today, Wednesday, May 16 at 12:15 pm. Our guest speaker is Hetal Mehta, from Surat, Gurajat State in India. Hetal is a Group Studies Exchange Leader, a Rotary program which promotes inter-cultural sharing of career paths. For more information visit www.RotaryChicagoNearSouth.info. All are welcome!
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Media mention Multiple locations
18 hours ago
Masked Protesters March Through South Side To Decry Police Brutality
They began their protest march at 51st and Halsted streets, and headed north to the Deering District station at 31st and Halsted.
This article has 1 other Chicago location (Show)The protesters continued north on Halsted Street after stopping at the Deering District police station, eventually making their way to the UIC campus at Taylor and Halsted streets.
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Media mention Multiple locations
18 hours ago
Protesters march against police on South Side
The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
This article has 2 other Chicago locations (Show)The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
The protest ended around 9:30 p.m. at Taylor and Halsted. Police reported no arrests.
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Media mention Multiple locations
18 hours ago
Bridgeport Residents Scuffle With Protesters
The march escalated with a shouting match between protesters and area residents when the march arrived at the Deering District station near West 31st and South Halsted streets.
This article has 1 other Chicago location (Show)Much of Tuesday's march, which began at about 51st and Halsted streets, was broadcast live on the Internet by Tim Pool, one of several notable "livestreamers." The roughly three-hour event ended at about 9:30 p.m. near Halsted and Taylor streets.
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
5 days ago
Updated 22 hours ago
Lullabies of Broadway
Tonight only, Rotary Chicago Near South presents Lullabies of Broadway, songs and snippets of favorite Broadway shows! The event - dinner and a show - will be held at Polo Cafe. For more information go to www.RotaryChicagoNearSouth.info
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JLS Curious
I'm not sure which section of this sight I should b on but here goes..... I've heard That there is some problem on35th & halsted related to the anarchists that have threatened to cause chaos in bridgeport
Neighbor message Bridgeport
2 days ago
Updated 22 hours ago
B & R Bridgeport Armour School 1965 - VN 1971
Bridgeport Days
I was born at the University of Chicago when my parents lived at 32nd and Normal and I presently reside at 30th and Normal now ... I've been around the block a lfew times and I'm pretty proud and protective of our community ... gotta keep our eyes open ALL THE TIME and be caring and watching out for our neighbors and get them active in watching out for and caring for us. ... thats how it works ... always...
I was born at the University of Chicago when my parents lived at 32nd and Normal and I presently reside at 30th and Normal now ... I've been around the block a lfew times and I'm pretty proud and protective of our community ... gotta keep our eyes open ALL THE TIME and be caring and watching out for our neighbors and get them active in watching out for and caring for us. ... thats how it works ... always has. I say that because I thanked a guy this morning who saw an attempted garage breakin this morning. I caught a dirtbag doing the same thing once. The whole World is changing around us so why should we expect Bridgeport to remain the same forever.
I saw a lot of new faces at the Bridgeport Days Parade ... it was easy to see ... I was the old guy in the wheelchair in the parade ... and we went right past Grandmas house and I saw my old grammar school ... and where I played 50 years ago.
More NEW faces than OLD faces ... everything changes ... nothing remains EXACTLY the same ... so embrace new faces and clothes and art and food.
For those people that have been stuck in the hood forever I can see how it may be difficult but as a Veteran who has been around and seen the other side believe me ... we have it pretty good.
Now I don't want gangs, violence, graffiti and drugs ... but it comes as no surprise to me that I see a lot of changes in my 'old' neighborhood ... enjoy the good ... try to do something about the bad ... don't just complain about everything or hide behind a name like ESC .... Be part of the solution but don't keep adding to the problem.
If you had a great childhood like I did ... cherish it ... you can share it ... but don't knock it when you see a new style, new, haircolor, new vest ... remember .....there were people that thought you were pretty weird at one time. Thats my story and I'm sticking to it.
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@ Rene - Thanks. I was wondering if there was a nice place to stay.
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A commentator/protestor is streaming video coverage. http://www.ustream.tv/timcast
Neighbor message Bridgeport
31 hours ago
Updated 29 hours ago
lifelong bridgeport resident
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Really appreciate the heads up. Hope it is a peaceful march.
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Mary 17 year Bridgeport resident
I live on Halsted at 28th and some residents have already seen several scores walking south in groups. The police were on the scene keeping tabs. Let's hope it is very peaceful so our officers don't suffer any injuries from these agitators.
Real estate listing 3822 S Wallace St
34 hours ago
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3822 S Wallace St for $189,850
Listed May 14, 2012 on Trulia
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2 Crimes
40 hours ago
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Battery
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Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple / Apartment
900 block W. 35th St. Comment Subscribe
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Theft
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Theft: $300 and under / Street
2600 block S. Normal Ave. Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
41 hours ago
Student, lives in Bridgeport
Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport?
I made an earlier posting, but if there is anyone who knows of any available apartments in Bridgeport for 700 and under, allows cats, please let me know! Thank you so much!
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Event U.S. Cellular Field (333 W 35th St)
42 hours ago
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White Sox vs. Tigers
U.S. Cellular Field (333 W 35th St) Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor event 2900-2991 S. Poplar Ave.
44 hours ago
BCG SmokeOut/Potluck BBQ!
Fri, May 18, 2012 6pm-8pm
It's time for the first Smokeout of the season! The Bridgeport Citizens Group will be grilling next to McGuane Park on S. Poplar Ave, just south of W. 29th Street.
** What is this? SmokeOuts are a fun, social way of sending the message that as a community we support each other in stopping those who cause trouble in our neighborhood. Join us to help us show our neighbors in the 29th/Poplar area they are not alone in dealing with...
It's time for the first Smokeout of the season! The Bridgeport Citizens Group will be grilling next to McGuane Park on S. Poplar Ave, just south of W. 29th Street.
** What is this? SmokeOuts are a fun, social way of sending the message that as a community we support each other in stopping those who cause trouble in our neighborhood. Join us to help us show our neighbors in the 29th/Poplar area they are not alone in dealing with neighborhood problems. Meet your neighbors, eat food, and make a few new friends!
** What to bring? It’s a potluck, so bring something to share if you can. Between all of us, we should have plenty of food. You could bring:
● a package of burgers + buns
● a side dish or dessert
● non-alcoholic beverage + cups
** Questions?
Bridgeportcitizensgroup@gmail.com
** What if it rains?
If it’s pouring rain at 6pm, it will be canceled and rescheduled.
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Neighbor message Bridgeport
2 days ago
New Day Care Center in Bridgeport!
Smart Stuff Learning Center recently opened it's doors at new facility at 3600 S. Halsted. The place looks really fun from the outside, I went in looking for summer care for my children, all the kids inside were engaged and having fun. I signed my school age kids up for summer camp. They have great staff and a great space. Check it out!!
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Neighbor event 3500 S Halsted St.
3 days ago
Updated 2 days ago
Lost purse near US cellular field
Sun, May 13, 2012 10:00 pm
Anyone who can help me to recover my purse which was lost Friday night near the ballpark with be rewarded . Please contact Miss Rozie @aol.com
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I will try them too. I appreciate your help. I'm not giving up.
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Thanks for all the advice, but still no luck. I even went through garage cans in the area with no luck, so I'm still hoping someone honest is trying to get it to me. I do appreciate everyones concern.
Neighbor message Bridgeport
6 days ago
Updated 2 days ago
Bridgeport Alliance
Bridgeport Day Parade and Block Party
Hey Neighbors - I am by no means the organizer of this event but I think it's great and I hope to meet many of you there. I had not seen it posted here so I thought I would :)
Parade: Morgan St. (from 35th to 31st), Block Party: Benton House (3052 S. Gratten St.)
Bicycle-powered floats. Mobile sculptures. Origami architecture, marching bands, hot dogs, and dance performances. Everything is welcome but flame-throwers and ketchup.
Lion VS Gorilla (LVG),...
Hey Neighbors - I am by no means the organizer of this event but I think it's great and I hope to meet many of you there. I had not seen it posted here so I thought I would :)
Parade: Morgan St. (from 35th to 31st), Block Party: Benton House (3052 S. Gratten St.)
Bicycle-powered floats. Mobile sculptures. Origami architecture, marching bands, hot dogs, and dance performances. Everything is welcome but flame-throwers and ketchup.
Lion VS Gorilla (LVG), a curatorial collaboration that uses experiential art to build community, is partnering with Version12 to create the First Annual Bridgeport Day, on May 12, 2012! Bridgeport Day is a celebration of the diverse communities that make up the neighborhood, and will be a fun, relaxed day where neighbors can meet, talk, mingle, and celebrate the community.
Join us for the Bridgeport Day Community Parade, as it winds down Morgan Street from the Zhou B Arts Center (35th St.) to Benton House (31st St.), from 2:00 to 3:00. At 3:00, the Bridgeport Day Block Party begins, at Benton House. There will be everything from a kimchee deathmatch battle (aka kimchee cook-off) to 12 pop-up operas with artisanal ice cream pairings to Bridgeport history storytelling to musical performances to a three-legged race, because running is better when someone else is tied to your leg. There will even be a petting zoo! For more information, check out Bridgeport Day online at www.bridgeportday.com (website brought to you by the fine folks at The Bridgeporter.)
Questions? Want to be involved? Email us at lionvsgorilla@gmail.com. To find out more about this year's Version Fest, check out http://www.versionfest.org/.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Oh, and there will be a pop up dog park for your 4 legged friends as well!
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Had a great time, even with the sky spitting a little. Congrats to the organizers for an excellent event.
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jim m bridgeport resident 13 years
I think that poster was viral marketing for Version. This year's Versionfest is very inclusive and enjoyable so far.
Bridgeport
Citywide staff pick
From Is it only me? Confusion on NATO and staying home in the Loop during the Summit:
"We would appreciate anyone with some sound advice to please share what they might know as far as safely staying in condo at Madison & State. We were planning to stock up on food and stay in. Does this sound okay to do? Sarcasm & judgement not welcome please."
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Hi there. I am a designer/seamstress that lives in the neighborhood. I can't promise all the construction but I will gladly consult with you. Please email me brazenjudy@gmail.com
I will do what I can:)