September 2008 Archives

Sunday Parkways / Paseo Dominical

This coming Sunday, October 5th is the inaugural Sunday Parkways as parts of the boulevard system are shut down to cars between 9am and 1pm. Bring a bike, bring a friend and bring an open mind about how public space can be used in Chicago. And as you glide or walk along Humboldt Boulevard, look up! It's the Bloomingdale Trail. Also happening Sunday and passing under the trail: Bucktown 5k. Continue Reading…

Posted by Josh Deth on Sep 30, 2008

Chicago Journal: "an incredible amenity and a much-needed park space"

The Chicago Journal ran a story and an editorial about the trail in last week's edition. The story featured the impromptu park at Milwaukee Ave. in celebration of PARK(ing) Day. Thank you to Trust for Public Land and Christy Webber Landscapes for pitching in time and materials to help reclaim some car spots for a few hours. Continue Reading…

Posted by Josh Deth on Sep 29, 2008