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Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative
The Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative generates community wealth and amplifies local culture through shared pride, power, and investment for Chicago's mid-South Side.
Sunflower Planting 2025
Sunflower Planting 2025

Emerald South and Sunflower City invite you to a morning of sunflower planting in the Washington Park neighborhood!

Saturday, May 31, 2025
9 am - 1 pm
54th St & S Prairie Ave

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Alice McLeanMay 21, 2025
Earth Day on the South Side 2025
Earth Day on the South Side 2025

Join Emerald South and the Obama Foundation for community service projects
in honor of Earth Day!

Saturday, April 19, 2025
10 am - 1 pm
Hyde Park Academy High School

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Alice McLeanMarch 27, 2025Hyde Park Academy High School
Sunflower Planting in Washington Park
Sunflower Planting in Washington Park

Join Emerald South and Sunflower City for a sunflower planting in the Washington Park neighborhood.

Saturday, May 13
9 am - 1 pm
54th St & S Prairie Ave

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Alice McLeanMay 3, 2023
Redefining Redlining: Blooming in Bronzeville Celebration
Redefining Redlining: Blooming in Bronzeville Celebration

Celebrate the bloom of 100,000 red tulips on Chicago’s South Side!

Saturday, April 29th, 2023
11:00am - 3:00pm
53rd St & S Prairie Ave

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Alice McLeanApril 14, 2023
Earth Day 2023 Clean Up and Celebration
Earth Day 2023 Clean Up and Celebration

Join Emerald South and the Obama Foundation for a community clean up and celebration in honor of Earth Day 2023!

April 22
11 am - 2 pm
Washington Park Refectory

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Alice McLeanApril 12, 2023Washington Park Refectory

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🌻✨ Join us for a vibrant morning of community, sunshine, and growth! ✨🌻

Emerald South and Sunflower City invite you to help plant sunflower seeds and bring extra beauty to Washington Park. Let’s sow some joy together!

📅 Saturday, May 31, 2
Emerald South and Sunflower City @sunflowercity.chi invite you to a morning of sunflower seed planting in the Washington Park neighborhood

Saturday, May 31, 2025
9 am - 1 pm
54th St & S Prairie Ave

Enjoy a day in nature with family-friendly act
Why go it alone? We’re excited to announce the launch of the Shared Purchasing Network — a group buying program for small businesses and nonprofits in our communities. Join today to unlock the power of collective buying, saving you time,

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