We, the residents of Garfield Ridge (Chicago, IL), are in our 11th year of coordinating a neighborhood watch program referred to as GRNW (Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch). We welcome area residents to join our membership in patrolling the alleys, streets and parks of Beat 811 and would like to encourage the entire community to be aware of their surroundings and report as necessary. Our intent is to identify issues, curb graffiti and be the extra eyes and ears to aid the Chicago Police Dept. in our community. For more information, please contact us.
2019 Focus: Bridging the Gap!
What do GRNW members do...
Our members do more than just come to meetings. We patrol the neighborhood on foot, in our cars or on bike looking for graffiti, potholes, street lights that are out or overgrown brush. These things get turned in to the GRNW and then get delegated to the appropriate city department. We also keep an eye out for troubled buildings and suspicious activity. These concerns are reported directly to the CPD. Help keep our neighborhood safe and clean by becoming a member.
GRNW Monthly Meeting
GRNW meetings will resume in January 2020. Please remember to check this web-site and/or our Facebook page for updates. Should you need to reach out to us in the interim, please call our tip line (855-811-8477) or email us at email@garfieldridgenw.com
CAPS Monthly Meeting
The next Beat 811 CAPS meeting will be held on Tuesday Nov 19th 7pm at Good Shepherd (located at 5550 S. Merrimac).
Note: Meetings are every month on the third Tuesday, always at Good Shepherd at 7pm
Note: Meetings are every month on the third Tuesday, always at Good Shepherd at 7pm
Tree Lighting / Ice Rink opening
The annual tree lighting ceremony will take place on Sat, Dec 7th starting at 5pm - 8pm at Wentworth Park (57th & Narragansett). Activities will include a petting zoo, train rides, face painting, Ice skating, a DJ, Mickey & Minnie Mouse and our very own GRNW Kindl mart. Food trucks from Home Run Inn, Chucks, Bop Bar, Anna's Sweets and El Patron will also be on hand. Of course, Santa and Frosty will arrive by fire truck to greet everyone. The evening's agenda follows:
5pm Emily Montelano will sing the National Anthem
5:05-5:30pm Emily will lead everyone in sing-alongs
5:30-5:40pm welcome speeches
5:45pm count down to tree lighting
5:50pm Santa & Frosty arrive by firetruck (along with Mrs Claus of course)
Sponsored by the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch
5pm Emily Montelano will sing the National Anthem
5:05-5:30pm Emily will lead everyone in sing-alongs
5:30-5:40pm welcome speeches
5:45pm count down to tree lighting
5:50pm Santa & Frosty arrive by firetruck (along with Mrs Claus of course)
Sponsored by the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch
Additional 2019 Christmas events...
Santa and Frosty's ride thru the neighborhood will take place in Beat 811 on Sun, Dec 15th
Santa and Frosty's ride thru the neighborhood will take place in Beat 812 on Mon, Dec 16th
Santa and Frosty's ride thru the neighborhood will take place in Beat 812 on Mon, Dec 16th
Paypal link...
For donations or any GRNW events, membership, etc., please follow the instructions below:
> Click on Paypal button below
> You will directed to a separate page w/Paypal (which allows you to have this page open to follow instructions)
> Sign into Paypal (it is a secured site so nothing to worry about)
> Select "Send or Request Money"
> Select "Send money"
> Type in GRNW2013@gmail.com as the address you will be paying
> Click "Next"
> Enter the amount you are paying
> Indicate what it is for in the "Add a Note" section (example: "1 table for Sell-a-Bration" etc)
> Click "Continue"
> Click "Send Payments Now"
> You are done. Logout of Paypal
> Click on Paypal button below
> You will directed to a separate page w/Paypal (which allows you to have this page open to follow instructions)
> Sign into Paypal (it is a secured site so nothing to worry about)
> Select "Send or Request Money"
> Select "Send money"
> Type in GRNW2013@gmail.com as the address you will be paying
> Click "Next"
> Enter the amount you are paying
> Indicate what it is for in the "Add a Note" section (example: "1 table for Sell-a-Bration" etc)
> Click "Continue"
> Click "Send Payments Now"
> You are done. Logout of Paypal
GRNW Tip Line: 855-811-TIPS (855-811-8477)
The GRNW Tip Line is another way for residents to report incidents, information, tips, etc. that they may be aware of but hesitant to report directly to authorities. Please use this hotline and if you wish to maintain anonymity, this is an easy way to still pass on useful information.
GRNW on Facebook
The GRNW is up and active on Facebook with over 9,400 "Likes". Our Facebook page provides quick + factual updates on events, general info and neighborhood news. If you haven't already, "Like" us on Facebook today by clicking on the link below.
GRNW YouTube page
The GRNW has a YouTube page. Click here to access our page that contains various videos including community events, etc.
GRNW Instagram
The Southwest Chicago Post
While we previously posted neighborhood incidents on this page, our friends at the Southwest Chicago Post have proven to be a valuable asset in keeping neighborhood news up-to-date and factual. Your support has seen their page grow to over 1,250,000 views. As such, we're happy to offer a direct link to their web-site page where you can receive up to the minute updates on incidents in both our neighborhood and surrounding communities. Click on the button below to directly access their page. Be sure to "Like" them on Facebook. Congrats as they have surpassed 18,900 "likes"! (click here to do so --> Facebook.com/swchicagopost ) if you haven't already. Thanks and keep up the great work!
Adopt-A-Block...
What do Adopt a Block members do? One of the programs promoted by (meaning you don’t have to be a GRNW of) the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch is Adopt A Block. You wouldn't be keeping an eye on just any block - you are adopting your own block! The concept is simple. One person volunteers to keep her/his neighbors on both sides of the street informed about significant events and incidents in Garfield Ridge. Your time commitment is minimal after your initial contact with your neighbors to explain the program, offer placards, and obtain phone numbers, e-mail addresses and emergency contact information. Keeping communication flowing as a block leader helps keep our neighborhood aware, motivated and safe. This person also keeps a watchful eye out for neighbors who are elderly or have special needs. You can do weekly checks on street and alley lights, potholes, graffiti, and report to GRNW any issues your block may have. Even lost dogs and suspicious activity may be a confusing subject for neighbors to breech, and that’s where you come in to point them in the right direction. It’s as simple as walking your dog in the alley instead of the street or turning left instead of right leaving your garage on your way to work. Seeing your block from a different point of view may help you catch something that is amiss.
We have over 250 blocks in our great neighborhood and the Garfield Ridge community could use your help. Please consider volunteering. Remember, good communities are made, not born.
Changes to this program will be rolled out shortly.
Various helpful tips and info has been added under the Adopt-A-Block page in a new section entitled "Misc Info". Click here to go right to it.
What do Adopt a Block members do? One of the programs promoted by (meaning you don’t have to be a GRNW of) the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch is Adopt A Block. You wouldn't be keeping an eye on just any block - you are adopting your own block! The concept is simple. One person volunteers to keep her/his neighbors on both sides of the street informed about significant events and incidents in Garfield Ridge. Your time commitment is minimal after your initial contact with your neighbors to explain the program, offer placards, and obtain phone numbers, e-mail addresses and emergency contact information. Keeping communication flowing as a block leader helps keep our neighborhood aware, motivated and safe. This person also keeps a watchful eye out for neighbors who are elderly or have special needs. You can do weekly checks on street and alley lights, potholes, graffiti, and report to GRNW any issues your block may have. Even lost dogs and suspicious activity may be a confusing subject for neighbors to breech, and that’s where you come in to point them in the right direction. It’s as simple as walking your dog in the alley instead of the street or turning left instead of right leaving your garage on your way to work. Seeing your block from a different point of view may help you catch something that is amiss.
We have over 250 blocks in our great neighborhood and the Garfield Ridge community could use your help. Please consider volunteering. Remember, good communities are made, not born.
Changes to this program will be rolled out shortly.
Various helpful tips and info has been added under the Adopt-A-Block page in a new section entitled "Misc Info". Click here to go right to it.
Paypal option for use in Sell-A-Bration reserving, donations, fundraising, etc. Click on button below to continue.
Click here to contact us
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Site last updated on 11/18/2019
Updates include:
CAPS event updated
GRNW meeting notes updated
Tree lighting ceremony added
Property Tax Seminar info deleted
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Site last updated on 11/18/2019
Updates include:
CAPS event updated
GRNW meeting notes updated
Tree lighting ceremony added
Property Tax Seminar info deleted
