Near South Planning Board

09/14/2026

What a weekend! 📚❤️
Near South Planning Board is incredibly grateful to everyone who came out and helped make the Printers Row Lit Fest 2026 such a huge success!
A special thank you to our sponsors and partners, exhibitors, authors and presenters, volunteers, production team, and—most importantly—everyone who attended and celebrated the joy of books and reading with us. Your support, energy, and participation are what make this festival so special year after year.
We’re proud to bring this beloved literary tradition to the Near South Side and see the neighborhood come alive with readers, writers, booksellers, and book lovers from Chicago and beyond.
Thank you for being part of it! We’ll see you next year! 📖✨
What was your favorite part of ?

That’s a wrap! 📚

Thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s Printers Row Lit Fest a tremendous success: sponsors and partners, exhibitors, presenters, volunteers, the production team, attendees. We couldn’t be more grateful for the support!

What was your favorite thing about Printers Row Lit Fest 2026?

See you next year!

For more info visit
PrintersRowLitFest.org

09/11/2026

We’re proud to produce this incredible event and can’t wait to welcome everyone to the Near South Side!
Join us for a celebration of books, authors, and the literary community at the Printers Row Lit Fest. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or joining us for the first time, there’s something for everyone.
We can’t wait to see you there! Come out, explore, meet your favorite authors, discover new books, and enjoy everything the festival has to offer.
See you in Printers Row!

08/29/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT: Chicago Mayor's Office Mayor Brandon Johnson BACP announce the Neighborhood Market Grant Program, which supports food entrepreneurs and food-focused organizations in communities working to increase access to fresh, healthy and affordable food.

Allies for Community Business has been selected to manage the Neighborhood Market Grant Program. The $450,000 grant will provide one-time awards in amounts up to $10,000 to eligible food entrepreneurs and farmers market operators serving in communities with inequitable access to fresh food.

Learn more and apply: Chicago.gov/BACPRecoveryPlan

06/04/2026

Excited to be celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Near South Planning Board! Great program on The Future of Data Centers & Urban Development. Moderator: Kinjal Patel, McHugh Construction & Panelists: Elle Ramel, World Business Center, Sarah Levesque, WTW, and Evan Harrison, Digital Realty.

04/27/2026

Congratulations to The Community Builders on the groundbreaking of Southbridge IC at 23rd Street & South State Street with new affordable housing - the former Ickes Homes. Batter & Berries is one of the current tenants.

04/10/2026

🚨 2026 Workplace Law Changes: What You Need to Know 🚨

Join the Near South Planning Board for our Roundtable Discussion Series as we break down the latest updates impacting your business in 2026.

📅 Wednesday, May 6, 2026
📍 Location: Cafe Bionda , 1924 S. State Street
⏰ Program: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🍸 Happy Hour & Networking: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

💡 What We’ll Cover:
✔️ New employment and labor law updates
✔️ Wage and compensation changes
✔️ Workplace compliance requirements
✔️ Open discussion with business leaders and peers

🎤 Discussion Leader: Charles A. Krugel, Labor & Employment Attorney

Connect, learn, and stay ahead of the changes shaping today’s workplace.

👉 RSVP today! https://form.jotform.com/printersrowlitfest/near-south-happy-hour

02/02/2026

Join us tomorrow, February 3, at Pizano's Pizza for an expert-led roundtable discussion led by DSI Security, featuring distinguished guests from CISA, CDP and OEMC. Connect with industry leaders and gain valuable insights through thoughtful dialogue and collaboration. RSVP- https://thenspb.org/our-events/network-after-hours/

01/24/2026

So proud of our member Printers Row Dental Studio!!

01/23/2026

Severe Weather Public Safety:

Cold-Weather Tips
• Motorists should take extra precautions to winterize vehicles and have necessary supplies on-the-go. Keep in mind, disabled vehicles or distracted driving can cause accidents, impact traffic and others or requiring emergency services.
• Residents should know the signs and care of frostbite and hypothermia. For Winter preparation information visit, Chicago.gov/OEMC for details and links to other local, state, and federal resources.
• Avoid unnecessary trips outside. If you must go out, limit the time you stay outside.
• Wear several layers of loose, warm cloth.
• Keep your head, hands and feet covered when outdoors.
• Stay dry because moisture can damage the insulation effectiveness of clothing.
• Pay extra attention to your daily needs: get enough sleep, eat high energy foods, drink warm beverages to help your body stay warm, and avoid alcoholic beverages.

City of Chicago Warming Centers
The City coordinates a network of 284 public facilities available for warming. This includes 7 City Colleges, 6 DFSS Community Service Centers, 21 DFSS Senior Centers, 80 Libraries, 148 Parks and 22 Police Districts. To check locations and hours of operation, contact 3-1-1 for the nearest location by downloading the CHI311 app, online at 311.chicago.gov or dial 3-1-1. Residents may also visit: https://data.cityofchicago.org/Health-Human-Services/Warming-Centers-Map/8xas-7ipx

For more safety and preparedness tips, weather information

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/oem/supp_info/severe-weather-public-safety.html

Map of Warming Centers