Have you ever been to the pond in Riverside Park, just at the bottom of curved drive on the park’s west side, to fish? Most of the time, you will find resident senior’s enjoying the peace, calm and beauty of this oasis as they cast their lures. Recently, I was able to find a young man, a 10-year-old non-resident, just staring at the stillness of the water. Just entranced by the serenity of this location.
These are just scenes from the last 2 Chess in the Park events. Our community has been blessed this unique opportunity to engage with not only each other and our kids, but also with IMPD, the Northwest CRDC, Aspirehouse, the NNW and Inner City Chess Club. Surprises like Chief Bryan Roach showing up, have happened as well as being seen on Fox 59 and Channel 6 news! Food and refreshments, laughs and learning are in abundance so come down to Frank Young Park (corner of Udell and Radar St.) on Sundays from 2 to 4pm! Come play with us!
Our community has a series of paying projects that require a variety of art disciplines. This is your chance to attend an informational gathering to find out how you can be a part of this opportunity and represent our area! Artists of ALL disciplines and stages are welcome!
How does food tell the story of our community? We are the seeking recipes and stories to compile into a community cookbook, which will showcase the rich flavors of the Northwest Area and be passed down for generations to come.
Within six weeks of opening, Guggman Haus Brewing Co. took home three gold medals from the 21st Annual Indiana Brewer's Cup Competition put on by the Indiana State Fair. The Riverside, a New England India Pale Ale (IPA) named for our Riverside neighborhood, one first place against 44 other IPAs from professional breweries in and out of state. The Riverside is a juicy, fruity IPA with a hazy appearance. Guggman Haus recently served The Riverside at Shakespeare in the Park and donated proceeds from each beer sold back to the performance company. Come try The Riverside and other hand crafted beer at 1701 Gent Ave near 16th Street!
Riverside Neighborhood Parade: September 7, LEARN MORE
Center for Leadership Development College Fair: September 7th 8:00AM - 4:30PMLEARN MORE
Reconnecting to Our Waterways (ROW) Canal Committee Update: Community Fishing Initiative kickoff event August 25th with fishing, a fish fry and other food, games, music, and more, LEARN MORE
Marian University Knights Football: Join the Marian University community for the Knights football home opener vs. St. Ambrose on Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., FREE Kids Karnival, 1:05pm Kickoff, GAME SCHEDULE, learn more at MUKnights.com
Center of Wellness for Urban Women (CWUW) Events:
Sisters Together: Move More, Eat Better, Label Reading & Meal Planning (Hour 1) & Workout (Hour 2), Saturday, August 17th, 10AM - 12PM at Flanner House
Coloring and Conversations - Open to women and men: Tea Bar, Wednesday, September 11th, 6 - 8PM at Flanner House
Chess in the Park: Every Sunday 2-4pm until August 25th at Frank Young Park across from Aspire House on Udell Street. All skills, all ages welcome,LEARN MORE
Tearing Down the Walls Recurring Service Opportunity: TDWM will host service volunteers to perform various service projects in the King Commons and Near Northwest Area every third Saturday, 9AM - 12PM, including neighborhood clean up, community garden projects, urban farming, and projects to serve some of the local elderly and schools. CONTACT Brian Walls (317) 457-8974, bwalls@TDWM.org
Women's Support Group at Pilgrim Baptist Church: Tuesdays, 6:30-8pm,LEARN MORE
Activities at the Riverside Recreation Center, LEARN MORE
Do you know about events and resources in our community? Do you have a perspective to share that helps uplift our community? Email information, flyers and articles to nwqol2020@gmail.com.
