HELLO!
Welcome to THE NORTH CENTER NEIGHBORS ASSOCIATION
Our mission is to strengthen and empower our North Center community by identifying opportunities to help others, hosting events that unite our neighbors and supporting causes that preserve and improve our environment. We also serve as a neighborhood resource to inform our community of what's happening locally.
Founded in 2010, the North Center Neighbors Association (NCNA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in the heart of Chicago's north side.
this is Your community. Be a part of it.
Everyone deserves to live, work and play in a community they love. Here's how you can help make it happen.
Get involved
Join a committee. Help plan a community event. Apply your skills. Volunteer. No matter how much time you can spare, there are ways you can contribute.
become a member
NCNA membership benefits you and the neighborhood. Besides discounts on events and other offers, members serve on committees and vote on issues that shape our community.
donate
Every dollar makes a difference.
Because NCNA is a volunteer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit, every dollar you donate goes back into our community programs and events.
The time has finally come! The first Berenice Bash pop-up of the season is happening this Sunday, June 22nd from noon to 4:00 pm! This month's theme is "Get Up and Move" and is designed to get you moving and grooving! We're excited to announce the free fitness class schedule - there's something for all fitness levels:
- 12:00 pm - Dance Cardio with Free MVMT
- 12:30 pm - Strength Foundations with Nate Baskin
- 1:00 pm - Family Friendly Improv with Home Comedy Theatre
- 1:30 pm - Dance Basics with Louis Stallone
- 2:00 pm - Dance Cardio with Free MVMT
- 2:30 pm - Functional Strength with Brush Park Gym
- 3:00 pm - Dance Cardio with Free MVMT
- 3:30 pm - Intro to Boxing with Royal Boxing
If you see a class you're interested in, make sure to reserve your spot. Space may be limited. In addition to free fitness classes, there will also be free all-day activities like a ninja obstacle course, soccer drills with the Chicago Fire, a bounce house, rowing machine demos, and e-bike test rides.
You can find the full day schedule on Alderman Matt Martin's website.
We hope to see you there!
Get ready for a cherished tradition in our neighborhood! Save the date and spread the word - on Sunday, June 29th, from noon to 5:00 pm, the North Center Neighbors Association proudly presents the 19th Annual Garden Walk! We’re thrilled to welcome back the trolley, which has an expanded route so you can enjoy even more beautiful gardens, plus, enjoy live music as you explore. The Garden Walk is always a wonderful opportunity to connect with friends and family while celebrating the beauty of our community.
Get ready for a fun-filled morning in the Town Square!
🫧Festivities begin at 10:00 am with Bubble Lady Linda kicking things off!
🚲 Decorate your bike, wagon, stroller or scooter and join the parade around the Town Square! (*Decorations will be provided!)
💦 After the parade, cool down by running through the Fire Hydrant Sprinkler and enjoy a refreshing Kona Ice treat! 🍧
It’s going to be a blast, and we'd love for you to be a part of it!
ANNUAL MEETING THANK YOU!
On behalf of the NCNA Board of Directors of NCNA, thank you for attending our annual meeting, "The State of the Neighborhood," on March 10th. We appreciate the presence, support, and enthusiasm you bring to this community gathering each year.
We would like to extend a special thank you to our elected officials, their representatives and community leaders. Your informative summaries about the work you are doing provided valuable insights and were essential to the success of our meeting. Your dedication to serving our community is truly commendable, and we are grateful for your ongoing support and involvement.
Thank you once again to everyone for making this meeting a success. We look forward to another productive year ahead and hope to see you around the neighborhood this spring!
- Shane, Meghan, Kevin, Mo, Erin, Betsy, Mary, Allison, Roberta, Nillam, Dan and Corrine
Upcoming Events
Berenice bash!
Sunday, June 22nd, noon - 4:00 pm
19th ANNUAL GARDEN WALK! 🌺
Sunday, June 29th, noon - 5:00 pm
4th of july sidewalk parade
Friday, July 4th, 10:00 am
