ART IN THE PARK!
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Art in the Park - Saturday August 9!
Art in the Park - Saturday August 9!
Saturday, August 9, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Unity Park
Fun for families at Unity Park’s annual open air art studio!
Unity Park Advisory Council (UPAC) and AnySquared are excited for all to explore our community park, make all kinds of art, and share with our neighbors! Our theme this year “We Find Home in Chosen Families!”
Select a canvas, pick the perfect brush and select your favorite colors to paint with family and friends. Enjoy the Craft Corner! Make a Wire Sculpture! Create a piece that reflects your chosen family and add to the patchwork house! This event is FREE to the public, all art supplies are provided, along with refreshments, and music.
“I can’t wait to see everyone again at Unity Park for Art in the Park ...What will you create?” — Helen Sanchez-Cortes, AnySquared artist and lead organizer of this year’s event.
Exciting Activities
• Paint Together: Families grab a canvas and paints and make art!
• Share Art: Check out live art with community artists and friends!
• Craft Corner: Make a treasure box or a multi-media collage for a friend!
• Wire Sculptures: Make sculptures and hang from the gazebo!
• Reflect your chosen family: Contribute a piece to the house!
Organized by Unity Park Advisory Council (UPAC) in collaboration with AnySquared.
AnySquared Projects is an art collaborative, a network, and a platform for artists. Propelled by a profound sense of cooperation with artists, neighbors, and the larger community, our mission is to support projects that promote inclusive participation in arts activities. Our foundation is the belief that we can accomplish anything if we work together. AnySquared FlowPage
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All events at Unity Park 2636 N Kimball Ave, always free.
SOUNDWALK SERIES
Soundwalk - Josh Rios - Pass the Aux
Soundwalk - Josh Rios - Pass the Aux
A Collective Sharing and Listening Session
A Collective Sharing and Listening Session
Sunday, August 10, 4:00 - 5:30 PM at Unity Park
“What are we listening to these days, and why?” Prompted by this and other questions, Josh Rios invites you to this all-ages gathering to share and reflect on music in an open, collective setting. Together, we’ll explore how music offers resistance, pleasure, and curiosity. The event will wrap with a group conversation about what it means to share music in public and how shared listening can help us connect. Participants are encouraged to be mindful of language in their selections; this is a space guided by community respect, not censorship.
We will meet at Unity Park, 2636 N Kimball Ave, at the pergola. Please note the rain date for this event is Sunday, August 17, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
THE BUTTER CHICKEN BRASS BAND!
March with the Butter Chicken Brass Band!
March with the Butter Chicken Brass Band!
Tuesday, August 12, 6:30 - 7:30 PM at Unity Park
Chicago-based band Butter Chicken is a collaborative effort by musicians across several disciplines to explore the intersection of South Asian baraat (the processional part of a Hindu wedding) and a New Orleans-style brass polyphony. Their sound and concert experience combines the community, joy and movement of a wedding ceremony with the power and improvisation of a jazz group. Led by Catie Hickey (trombone, arranger), Kabir Dalawari (Dhol), and Akshat Jain (Sousaphone), the group features a rotating cast of musicians from the Chicago area, including Kyle Brooks (saxophones), Millie Ahern (trumpet) and Steve Bomar (drums).
SNAILED IT!
Snailed It! Is Baaaack!
Snailed It! Is Baaaack!
Saturday, August 16, 2:00 - 4:00 PM at Unity Park
The World Cup of Snail Racing returns to Unity. Step aside NASCAR, our gastropods will show you how it's done!
SUMMER FITNEESS SERIES
Yoga Classes
Yoga Classes
Friday and Sunday mornings
Our Fitness in the Parks continues with yoga sessions two days a week!
Sundays 10:00 - 11:00 AM May 4 - September 28
Fridays 7:00 - 7:45 AM May 16 - August 29
Check Out Our Summer Calendar
Check Out Our Summer Calendar
Here's what's coming up... we're adding more events, so be sure to add our calendar WebMaster@UnityParkChicago.org to your email/app so you don't miss them!
And be sure to check out The Chicago Park District's Nights Out in the Parks events throughout the city! Visit https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/night-out-in-the-parks
Support Community Growth
Unity Park is a vital space for the Logan Square community, offering a safe, green space for recreation, connection, and cultural events. Volunteering helps keep this space vibrant and accessible for everyone.Enhance Your Skills
Whether you're interested in event planning, public relations, gardening, or leadership, volunteering provides hands-on experience that can boost your professional and personal development.Build Lasting Connections
Volunteering at Unity Park introduces you to like-minded individuals who care about community engagement and making a difference.Celebrate Diversity
Unity Park hosts a variety of cultural events, such as Lucha Libre in the Park and Pumpkinfest, that highlight Logan Square's rich diversity. Volunteering allows you to be part of these unique experiences. With over 1000 community members at some of the events!Give Back to Logan Square
If you live in or care about the Logan Square area, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact by maintaining the park and organizing events that benefit local families.Be a Role Model
By volunteering, you inspire others to get involved in improving their neighborhoods, fostering a culture of generosity and community care.Enjoy the Outdoors
Spending time at Unity Park means fresh air, sunshine, and a chance to engage in meaningful activities outdoors.Learn About Sustainability
Unity Park Advisory Council (UPAC) incorporates sustainability into their events and activities. You can learn about eco-friendly practices while helping the environment.Make Events Possible
Events like the Annual PumpkinFest and Lucha Libre in the Park depend on volunteers for their success. Your efforts contribute directly to creating memorable experiences for attendees.Feel the Joy of Giving
There's nothing like the satisfaction of knowing your time and effort have made a real difference in your community.
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