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Breaking down barriers and building up communities on the southwest side of Chicago. swcollective.org

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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
Collaborating w Chicago Taildraggers & Gage Park Cyclists, we turned a small corner of a park into a spot with bike maintenance & guided instruction.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
This summer, thanks to a microgrant from My Chi My Future, we popped up at Senka & Kelly Parks for all-wheels rides using our new Complete Streets protected bike lanes on Archer.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Psssst … the Northern Illinois Transit Authority is putting together its first budget and they want to hear from riders like you! 🙋🏽‍♀️ Fill out their survey by Oct. 16: polco.us/n/res/vote/n... 🙋🏽‍♀️ Stop by their open house Oct. 14 at Union Station between 3-6pm: www.eventbrite.com/e/nita-a-str...
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
We are introducing something new to our beautiful community altar this year at Dia de Muertos. If you see your loved one represented, and you would like to take them home with you, please let us know and we will gently remove the memento for you so you can take it home to your altar.
Two metal charms bear the name and photo of a deceased person, in memoriam
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Les invitamos a nuestro evento anual del Día de Muertos el 24 de octubre, de 12:00 p. m. a 2:00 p. m., en Vicinity Credit Union (en la intersección de las calles 45 y Pulaski). Este evento es gratuito para la comunidad y celebra la vida, así que prepárense para disfrutar de mucha alegría y diversión
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
We welcome you to our annual Dia de Muertos event on October 24, 12-2pm, at Vicinity Credit Union on 45th & Pulaski. This event is free for the community and is a celebration of life - so expect lots of joy and fun.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
This Thursday at West Lawn Park, come celebrate // Este jueves en West Lawn Park, ven a celebrar
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
West Lawn Park
6-8:30pm
Thurs Oct 8
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Last weekend, the family of Juan Martín Márquez honored his life and memory by placing a ghost bike at the corner of Archer and Laramie. They remembered his as a man of integrity and faith who was always there for his loved ones, and who cared deeply about his community. Video: @chiwho.bike
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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Vigil Held For Cyclist Juan Martin Márquez After He Was Killed In Southwest Side Hit-And-Run
Juan Martin Márquez, a beloved family man and Bears superfan, was riding an e-bike to work when he was fatally struck by a driver who ran a red light.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Juan Martín’s daughter Ilse Márquez said she hopes the ghost bike [at Archer and Laramie] will remind drivers to be conscious of the other human lives on the road. She said Archer Avenue in Garfield Ridge is a notoriously dangerous street for bikers because drivers treat the road like a highway.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Our neighbors came together to honor Juan Martín Márquez Luna by placing a ghost bike at the corner of Archer Laramie—where he was tragically killed last week 🤍 Juan Martin’s family spoke powerfully about their father: the person he was, the example he set for them, and how much he will be missed.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
October is a month filled with fun for SWC - please plan to drop into one of these community events to get to know more about us.
Oct 5: all wheels ride at Senka; Oct 10: end of season bike bash at Senka; Oct 24: Dia de Muertos at 45th & Pulaski
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Bike Lane Uprising @bikelaneuprising.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
At the request of Juan's family, please join us for a ghost bike installation & vigil this Saturday at the crash site. Juan Martin Márquez was killed biking to work last Monday by a hit and run, & the driver who is still at large.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Please join us this Saturday, Sept 26, from 12-2pm, for our next Freebies for Families event at Vicinity Credit Union on 45th and Pulaski.
Pastel flyer details the event - you can find those details here: https://www.swcollective.org/freebies-for-families
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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E-bike rider dies after crash at Southwest Side intersection that claimed another life a year ago
An e-bike rider struck in a multivehicle crash on the city’s Southwest Side earlier this week has succumbed to his injuries.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Earlier this week, our neighbor Juan Martin Marquez Luna was riding his e-bike to work when he was struck and killed by a reckless driver at Archer & Laramie. The driver is still at large. If you have any information, please contact the Major Accident Investigation Unit at 312-745-4521.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Celebrating Mexican Independence Day with some pics from last weekend’s parade in Little Village. These streets are for everybody 🇲🇽
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Streetsblog Chicago @chi.streetsblog.org · 15/09/2026
Pickup driver struck turning sedan and critically injured a man, 54, on an e-motorcycle Monday around 5:15 AM on 5600 block of S. Archer. Pickup driver fled on foot. We've been told the e-moto rider is in a coma. Lets keep him in our thoughts. @swcollectivechi.bsky.social @activetransportation.org
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Hit-and-run driver critically injures e-bike rider in Garfield Ridge, police say
A hit-and-run driver critically injured an e-bike rider on the city's Southwest Side on Monday morning, Chicago police said.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Thanks to Gage Park Cyclists for organizing a great ride from Senka Park to the Mexican Independence Day Parade in Little Village (with a welcome pit stop at Tawney Coffee in Brighton Park). Today was a beautiful day for a parade and a beautiful day for a ride 🇲🇽
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Univision Chicago spoke with the mothers of two young people who were hit while biking on Archer late last month. They also checked in with Alfredo of Gage Park Cyclists for tips on how cyclists can stay safe on our roads.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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Business Advising | Cook County Small Business Source
Get expert business advising in Cook County at no cost. Connect with experienced mentors to grow your small business today!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The Source es la red de referencia del condado de Cook para el apoyo a las pequeñas empresas, ya que conecta a los emprendedores con orientación experta y recursos para impulsar su crecimiento y éxito en cada etapa de su trayectoria.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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Business Advising | Cook County Small Business Source
Get expert business advising in Cook County at no cost. Connect with experienced mentors to grow your small business today!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The Source is Cook County’s go-to network for small business support, connecting entrepreneurs with expert guidance and resources to fuel growth and success at every stage of their journey.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Tomorrow is our second annual back to school bike ride with Academy for Global Citizenship 💚 This is quickly becoming a fun tradition for students and families in Garfield Ridge. Come through—everybody is welcome!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
🎶 There’s a hose on this arch / There’s a hose on this arch 🎶
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Dolly Patton’s Imagination Library has been an amazing resource for bilingual kids books for families across the southwest side. If your child is younger than 5 years old—or if you or somebody you know is expecting—then you can sign up for free books today! imaginationlibrary.com/check-availa...
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Let’s all go to the circus! We’ve got 20 tickets for the final Midnight Circus performance in Brighton Park—tomorrow afternoon (Sunday, Sept. 6) at 5pm. Plus…we’ll go for a bike ride after!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Dog days 🐶
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
One week from today—we’re pairing up with the Academy for Global Citizenship for our second annual back to school bike ride! 🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 9 ⏰ 4:15pm (after dismissal) 📍 Academy for Global Citizenship (4942 W. 44th St.) 🎟️ Raffle prizes include helmets, lights, and more!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Midnight Circus is coming to Brighton Park next weekend 🎪 We’ll be at the Park District HQ at 4:30pm to share our FREE tickets with neighbors (first come, first served—maximum 4 tickets per household). After the circus, we’ll go on a relaxed, 5-mile bike ride through Brighton Park.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Get registered to vote with us! We'll be at Vicinity Credit Union on 45/Pulaski on Sept 15 from 1pm - 6pm to register voters ahead of the midterm and municipal elections. Can't wait? Hit the link in our bio to register online!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
This weekend, young people from across the city showed off the lowrider bikes they’ve built with Bikes & Roses at the Archer Heights Branch Library. Lowrider prints and window decals will be up at the library through Aug. 31—come through! 📍 5055 S. Archer Ave.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Spending your money in your community gives everyone more power. For every $100 spent at a small business, $68 stays in the local economy (that's according to the SBA). 💰 Make it a point to change your habits; do not simply give your money to Amazon every time. #ILLatinoEconomicPower
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
This morning, the Chicago Plan Commission will consider a proposal to raze Ford City Mall and build an industrial warehouse. As a bit of “community-oriented” window dressing, the developers are throwing in a handful of benches and landscaping…complete with a sidewalk to nowhere.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Hit the link in our bio, under "For Small Businesses" to get all the info!
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
On Tues, Hugo & Jaime joined Sabrina from the 12th ward office to share a reimbursement grant for businesses to obtain security equipment, and the info for the Cook County Source - a network of business advisors who can help, for no cost, with ?s on procurement, licensing, prop taxes, etc.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
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Freebies For Families | The SW Collective
This bi-monthly community swap event was organized for parents to exchange gently used clothing and gear for kids and babies.
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The Southwest Collective @swcollectivechi.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Parents! Gather up your gently used kids' clothing and gear for this Saturday's Freebies for Families event at Our Lady of the Snows. Freebies for Families is a safe place for your family to share with other families, arrange playdates & build your village. All in memory of Marlen Ochoa Lopez.
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