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Thursday, February 02, 2023Small World
by Lisa Shames / Chicago Magazine / January 27, 2023 Inspired by the hidden-gem gift shops in European boutique hotels, Victoria Fantauzzi has mirrored that vibe with her small but spot-on new store of imported crafts and apothecary goods. Each item has an origin story. Think: colorful beeswax candles made by a co-op of Indigenous women in Oaxaca, Mexico, or cleansing bars created in the South of France with local botanical ingredients. Fantauzzi was a founding partner of La Bella Figura, a maker of
Monday, January 23, 2023Iliana Regan's Milkweed Inn Pop Up at Atelier
Chicago Food Magazine / January 20, 2023 Former Elizabeth Chef Returns for Limited Residency Atelier, the soon-to-open restaurant replacing Elizabeth, has announced that their friend, Chef Iliana Regan, is taking time out of her book tour for a brief residency. Chef Regan founded Elizabeth Restaurant in 2012 and ran it until she stepped away in 2020 to focus full time on Milkweed Inn, the bed and breakfast she owns and operates with her wife, Anna, in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Read more HERE
Monday, January 23, 202324 Romantic Restaurants in Chicago That Will Have You Falling Head Over Heels
by Nicole Briese / PureWow / January 19,2023 If you ask us, nothing says true love like flowers, candy and a shared dining experience at one of the most romantic restaurants in Chicago. And with Valentine’s Day fast approaching, we’re boning up on the best ones in the city, whether they're tried-and-true spots that evoke relationship nostalgia(here’s looking at you, Calo) or new cozy locales with mouthwatering menus and a serious lovey dovey factor. There was certainly no shortage of options to choose
Monday, January 23, 2023Where to Find Scrumptious Skewers in Chicago
by Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / January 12, 2023 Chicagoans are specifically attuned to appreciate the quick and unfussy appeal of street food, and much to the delight of hungry locals, the city is filled with excellent renditions of one the world’s most popular street food sub-genres: the skewer. Whether it’s tare-brushed kushiyaki, robust kebabs, peanut sauce-smothered satay, or juicy charred souvlaki, the central conceit of grilled skewers is consistently delightful. Make a
Monday, January 09, 2023Chicago History and Hoppy Beers Inspire Local Brewery Hop Butcher for the World
by Meredith Francis / WTTW / January 6, 2023 Local brewing operation Hop Butcher for the World recently opened a new brewery, taproom, and store in Lincoln Square in the hopes of bringing more hops to Chicago. Although their spot on Lincoln Avenue in a space formerly occupied by Half Acre Beer Company is new to them, Hop Butcher for the World has been around since 2014 and sold their first beer in 2015. Co-owners Jeremiah Zimmer and Jude La Rose met while they worked for the Chicago Rush arena football
Wednesday, January 04, 2023Yeesh! Drivers crashed into Ainslie Art Plaza (again!) and Manor Greenway island
by John Greenfield / Streetsblog Chicago / January 2, 2023Update 1/2/23, 10:45 PM: After the publication of this piece, Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) provided the following statement. “The Ainslie Arts Plaza has always been a temporary design as the Lincoln Avenue Streetscape will completely change the infrastructure there. We want to ensure that it’s designed in a way that leads to less collisions and a safer environment for our neighbors. The streetscape is envisioned to be completed by the end of 2024. As
Wednesday, January 04, 2023Falcon’s Handcrafted Sandwiches Opens In Former Chez Simo Bistro In Ravenswood
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / January 3, 2023 The Hernandez family opened the restaurant, which specializes in American comfort food. “Handcrafted sandwiches prepared to make you feel like you’re at home, made by me, my wife and kids," Oscar Hernandez said. RAVENSWOOD — A family-run restaurant has opened at the former location of Chez Simo Bistro in Ravenswood. Falcon’s Handcrafted Sandwiches, 1968 W. Lawrence Ave., had a soft opening in early December. It specializes in American comfort
Friday, December 23, 2022Winter Storm Preparation and Holiday Shopping Collide at Chicago Grocery Stores: ‘Crazier Than Expected'
by Amanda Vinicky / WTTW Chicago Tonight / December 21, 2022 The weather forecast could put a kink in the plans of those who prefer to do last-minute holiday shopping. Heavy snow and winds are on the way, speeding up the usual hustle-and-bustle timeline. It’s a wintry mix: Blizzard-like conditions, just ahead of Christmas and during Hanukkah. The double whammy caused crowded parking lots and long aisles at grocery stores on Wednesday as folks stocked up. Derek Luszcz, co-owner of Gene’s Sausage Shop
Monday, December 19, 2022Nourishing Hope delivering meals in Chicago before holidays
WGN News / December 17, 2022 Saturday was a busy day in Ravenswood as volunteers gather groceries and load up to deliver on this cold weekend before Christmas.Watch HERE
Monday, December 19, 2022Ravenswood Neighbors Starting Block Captain Program To Help Keep Each Other In The Loop About Crime
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / December 16, 2022 A group of neighbors say they need a quicker system to alert each other about crime or police activity after two shootings and an armed robbery spree that ended in a fiery crash. RAVENSWOOD — A group of Ravenswood neighbors, rattled by recent armed robberies and shootings in and near the area, are launching their own system to help alert each other about potential public safety issues. Ravenswood Neighbors Association members are starting a
Thursday, December 15, 2022Where to Drink Cocktails Right Now in Chicago, December 2022
by Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / December 13, 2022 It’s not just about glogg and eggnog during the holidays. The holidays have sneaked up on Chicago, but don’t fear copious amounts of eggnog, there are plenty of watering holes to escape tinsel. The December Eater Chicago Heatmap blends suggestions of new bars and established taverns where drinkers should hang their hats. For this month, eight new bars were added. So, take a deep breath — 2022 is about to end, so why not get together with some friends
Friday, December 09, 2022Affordable Housing Near Lincoln Square Brown Line, Other Projects Approved By Key Zoning Committee
by Quinn Meyers / Block Club Chicago / November 29, 2022 The approval comes after years of tense community meetings about the Lincoln Square project, which will sit directly across from the Western Avenue Brown Line station. LINCOLN SQUARE — An affordable housing project that would bring 63 apartments to the heart of Lincoln Square received key city approval Tuesday. The six-story, 63-unit development at 4715 N. Western Ave. is planned for a parking lot across the street from the Western Avenue Brown
Friday, December 09, 2022Elizabeth, the Michelin-Starred Restaurant Founded by Iliana Regan, Will Close After 10 Years
by Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / November 29, 2022 Ownership is planning another fine dining restaurant to replace the Lincoln Square landmark Elizabeth, where Iliana Regan’s “new gatherer cuisine” often mixed her love of the woods with unexpected forays into pop culture, will close in December after a decade in Lincoln Square. Owner Tim Lacey says he’ll replace Elizabeth with a new tasting-menu restaurant, Atelier, with a new chef next year. Lacey, who’s been running Elizabeth since 2020, is
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Wednesday, November 30, 2022How You Can Start a Home-Based Business in Chicago, Illinois, as a Senior
Are you a senior citizen looking to start a home-based business in Chicago? If so, you're in luck! Starting a home-based business is a great option for seniors for a variety of reasons. In this article, we'll give you an overview of everything you need to do to get your home-based business up and running in the Windy City.Why Home-Based Businesses are a Winning Option for Seniors There are a number of reasons why starting a home-based business is a good option for seniors. First and foremost, it allows
Monday, November 28, 2022Small Business Saturday discounts, promotions available across Chicago this weekend
by Evelyn Holmes / ABC-7 Chicago / November 26, 2022'"It not only raises the economic standard of our community but it encourages small businesses to keep going' CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago area resident Danielle Moyer is thinking small when it comes to tackling that big holiday shopping list this year. "It's just nice knowing where my money is going, just helping people in my community, the shop owners, the employees and so it stays local," said Moyer. The North Sider is among other like-minded consumers
Monday, November 28, 2022Here's what the average Chicagoan will spend this holiday season
by Ally Marotti / Crain's Chicago Business / November 23, 2022 It's the holiday season, and Chicagoans are wondering whether the most wonderful time of year might also mean an empty wallet. Chicagoans expect to spend $719 on their holiday shopping this year, according to data from business management consulting firm Accenture. That includes holiday travel, food purchases and shopping. Though Chicagoans' expected spending is lower than the national average of $770, it's still up 19.3% from last year's
Tuesday, November 08, 2022Hop Butcher Will Open Its First Taproom In North Center Thursday
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / November 7, 2022 Hop Butcher owners Jeremiah Zimmer and Jude La Rose bought the building and equipment from Half Acre in 2021. Hop Butcher was founded in Chicago in 2014, offering IPAs, lagers and stouts. NORTH CENTER — Hop Butcher For The World will open its first taproom in the former Half Acre Brewing in North Center this week. The taproom opens 11 a.m. Thursday at 4257 N. Lincoln Ave. Hop Butcher owners Jeremiah Zimmer and Jude La Rose bought the
Friday, November 04, 2022Lincoln Square’s Famous Dutch Pancake Huis Is Now Territory Kitchen
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / November 4, 2022 The restaurant will offer German and Italian food. It comes from the owner of the now-closed I Monelli, another longtime Lincoln Square staple. LINCOLN SQUARE — I Monelli’s owner has partnered with a friend to open Territory Kitchen, a restaurant serving hearty Italian and German food out of the former Famous Dutch Pancake Huis in Lincoln Square. Territory owners Vittorio Iasalvatore and Chris Royce signed a lease for the 4757 N. Western
Friday, November 04, 2022The Best Home Decor Stores in Chicago To Spruce Up For The Fall
by Amanda Schelling / Urban Matter / November 1, 2022 With Fall comes change: dropping temps, falling leaves, and the incessant desire to cozy up on your couch with the most recent hit from Netflix. Whether it’s a new cozy blanket, some art for the wall, glassware, or knick-knacks on your shelves, one of the best home decor stores in Chicago will help you get your home vibe right. Would rather find something vintage and cool? We also have a list of thrift stores and antique shops for you to explore! Read
Wednesday, October 05, 2022The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest is here
by Steve Alexander / WGN Radio / September 29, 2022 Mick Klug Farm in SW Michigan is one of dozens of vendors bringing apples, apple pies, apple cider and more to the 35th Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest. Abby Schilling, third generation owner of Mick Klug Farm, talks with Steve Alexander about the festival, about her farm, and what makes that area of SW Michigan such a garden spot for fruits of all kinds. Listen HERE
Wednesday, October 05, 2022Apple Fest returns to Chicago's Lincoln Square, Ravenswood for 35th year
by ABC-7 Chicago Digital Team / October 1, 2022 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Usher in fall with the 35th Annual Apple Fest happening this October 1 and 2 in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood. The event will take place from Lawrence to Wilson Avenues on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lincoln Avenue will be closed to traffic starting at 4 a.m. Saturday. The street will be re-opened late Sunday evening. Sales of unique apple-inspired food, drink and artisan goods will be available for the community
Friday, September 30, 202221 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: St. Helen Carnival, Vintage Fall Fest, Oktoberfests And More
by Leen Yassine / Block Club Chicago / September 29, 2022 The temperatures are dropping, but the city isn't stopping, with fall fests, a night-long performance of Indian classical music, a tool sale and more fun. CHICAGO — You can usher in October with apple and fall fests, Oktoberfest celebrations, family fun at Buena Circle Park, a “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” art tour and more. Here are 21 things to do in Chicago this weekend: Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday, September 28, 202210 Chicago Food Events to Welcome Autumn this October
by Meredith Francis / WTTW Chicago / September 26, 2022 Autumn has arrived in Chicagoland, and this month’s festivals (like Apple Fest) pair perfectly with a crisp breeze and the rustle of leaves on the ground. Food celebrations starring apples, wine, cider, and, of course, plenty of beer will keep you warm as the weather starts to turn. Don’t forget to double-check event pages for updates, times, and ticket pricing. Read more HERE
Thursday, September 15, 2022Cider from one of Chicago’s favorite cider bars hits store shelves: ‘It’s a little bit of a eureka moment'
by Josh Noel / Chicago Tribune / September 8, 2022When opening as Chicago’s only cider-focused bar in 2016, The Northman knew it needed to educate customers. It did so by creating a down-the-middle house cider to hand to patrons upon taking a seat: a few ounces of not-too-sweet, not-too-dry, not-too-tart, not-too-acidic cider made expressly for the bar. From there, customers could tack whichever direction they chose.The Northman continued tweaking that house cider, and as it did, a surprising thing
Friday, August 26, 2022Lego-Themed ‘Brick Bar' to Pop Up in Chicago
by NBC-5 Chicago / August 24, 2022 "The Brick Bar: Chicago" will piece the art of craft and drinks together across two days in the city's Ravenswood neighborhood next month. The pop-up bar consisting of over one million building blocks in the form of sculptures will let guests forge their own creations, according to the website. Organizers said the event will also be shaped by building competitions, table tennis and photo opportunities. Read more HERE
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Wednesday, August 17, 2022Tips for Starting a Profitable Handyman Business in Your City
If you enjoy fixing things and working with your hands, starting a handyman business could be a great move. Handyman services are frequently in high demand. Regardless of the time of year or state of the economy, people will always need to hire handymen to handle household repairs. A handyman tackles everything from fixing leaky plumbing to drywall repair. This type of business is well-suited to entrepreneurs who have a knack for solving problems, an eye for detail, and good time management skills. Here
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Monday, August 15, 2022City Grange’s Former Lincoln Square Garden Center Being Turned Into A Large Play Area For Dogs
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / August 12, 2022 The owner of Canine Social Club, which is next door, is building an outdoor play area for his client's pets in the former City Grange. LINCOLN SQUARE — A boutique dog care business is building an outdoor play space for pups at the former City Grange in Lincoln Square. Canine Social Club, 5508 N. Western Ave., is next to the now-closed Lincoln Square plant shop and has offered boarding, day care, grooming and other services to dog owners since
Sunday, August 07, 2022We Asked, You Voted! Introducing Your Best of 2022 Chicago and Suburbs Winners…
by "Better" staff / Better / August 2, 2022 very year, we ask you, our Better readers, to vote for your favorite local businesses and organizations in our annual “Best of Chicago and the Suburbs” competition. This is our 12th year of asking you to join us in celebrating the people, places and businesses that make our community so vibrant, and wow did you show your support in droves this year! We received a whopping 157,817 votes in 2022 — an astounding 33% increase over last year. From restaurants,
Thursday, July 21, 2022Lincoln Square Neighbors Raising Money To Add Trees For Migratory Birds At River Park
by Alex V. Hernanadez / Block Club Chicago / July 21, 2022 Invasive trees were removed three years ago — but they were an important habitat for birds, neighbors said. They're fundraising to recreate that habitat with native trees. LINCOLN SQUARE — Neighbors and bird watchers are raising money to restore native trees and plants to the River Park shoreline to serve as a habitat for birds. The eastern shoreline of River Park, 5100 N. Francisco Ave., is where the North Shore Channel and the Chicago River
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Friday, July 15, 2022Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp for High School Students
by WGN-TV Daytime Chicago / July 12, 2022 Yes, Chef! is a culinary camp providing Chicago Public High School students with an opportunity to further their knowledge of the culinary world. In Studio 41 kitchen with all the details is Camp Instructor Chef Lisa Counts of The Chopping Block and student Aniyah Yancey. Watch HERE
Friday, July 15, 202210 Great Chicago Distilleries to Raise Spirits
by Adam Rothbarth / Eater Chicago / July 11, 2022 Seeing how a favorite spirit is made can be a thrill — and it’s even more fun to taste the distiller’s other offerings. Chicago is home to a number of great brands, from CH Distillery and its beloved Jeppson’s Malört to Koval, which, when it opened in 2008, was the city’s first distiller to launch since Prohibition. Here are eight great local distilleries to check out. Read more HERE
Friday, July 15, 2022Square Roots Festival Returns to Lincoln Square July 8-10
by Chicago Food Magazine / July 7, 2022 The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Old Town School of Folk Music are partnering together for the 10th annual Square Roots Festival. On July 8-10, the street festival in Lincoln Square will showcase dozens of bands, vendors, local restaurants, and a craft beer experience. “There’s nothing quite like the music at Square Roots and we’re back live and in-person! This is a stellar and diverse lineup of acts across four stages,” said Dave Zibell,
Thursday, June 23, 2022Beer till you say ‘Stop!’: Dovetail’s kolsch service returns, and other Chicago breweries are following suit
by Josh Noel / Chicago Tribune / June 23, 2022 The rules of kolsch serving are simple. Take a seat. A nice, cool kolsch beer will arrive in a 200-milliliter glass. (That’s a scant 6.7 ounces.) Your server will ink a small slash on your coaster. Drink the beer. Another will arrive. Your server will add another slash to your coaster. And so on. Don’t bother ordering anything. Certainly don’t try to order anything other than kolsch. The beers will keep coming until you say “stop,” in the form of placing
Wednesday, June 08, 2022Where to Drink Outdoors in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, and North Center
by Samantha Nelson / Eater Chicago / June 7, 2022 Enjoy beer, wine, and cocktails on these shady North Side patios. The laid-back mostly residential North Side neighborhoods of Ravenswood, North Center, and Lincoln Square might not have the buzzy rooftops and bustling sidewalk seating of downtown, but they still offer plenty of excellent places to drink outside when the weather is nice. There’s an eclectic mix of bars, restaurants, and taprooms here with patios and beer gardens that provide cozy
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Wednesday, June 01, 2022Maifest Returns To Lincoln Square Thursday For 1st Time In 3 Years, Here’s The Full Schedule
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 31, 2022 The annual event in the heart of the neighborhood was canceled in 2020 and 2021. Proceeds will benefit organizations including the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center. LINCOLN SQUARE — Maifest will return to Lincoln Square this week with live music and beer after being canceled for the past two years because of the pandemic. Organized by the Maifest Committee, the free four-day fest begins 5 p.m. Thursday near Lincoln and Leland avenues.
Monday, May 23, 2022Lincoln Square Food Pantry Will Reopen In June To Serve More Neighbors Thanks To $200K Grant
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 20, 2022 The renovation to upgrade the grocery area and onsite storage will allow more people to come in for food assistance, its executive director said. LINCOLN SQUARE — The Friendship Center food pantry is renovating its Lincoln Square home thanks to a $200,000 grant from NorthShore University Health System. Construction began in April to add a grocery shopping area and other upgrades to the pantry, and the work should be complete by next month,
Thursday, May 19, 2022Where to Drink Cocktails Right Now in Chicago
by Aimee Levitt and Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / May, 18, 2022 From fancy lounges to cozy British pubs to sunny patios, there’s a place for every tippler Spring in Chicago is almost always an uncertain thing, but here it is mid-May and it looks like the warm weather may be here to stay. And that means outdoor drinking is now an option. This latest edition of the Eater Chicago cocktail heatmap includes several patios, but also elegant cocktail lounges, cozy sports bars, and welcoming neighborhood
Thursday, May 19, 2022How to Spend $300 at Ponnopozz
by Judy Sutton Taylor / Chicago Magazine / May 18, 2022 Looking for something to lift your spirits? This cheery Ravenswood shop is overflowing with feel-good finds. Adrianne Hawthorne started painting in 2018 as a way to unwind. After selling pieces at a show in her home, the artist — who works remotely as a designer for Google — saw there was a market for her work. She began selling at art fairs, from the backs of trucks — anywhere and everywhere. “But I wanted a space of my own,” she says. “I wanted
Tuesday, May 17, 2022Lincoln Square’s Merz Apothecary Buys KOBO Candle Company, Will Move Production From New York To Chicago
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / May 17, 2022 Merz acquired KOBO Candles and plans to move its manufacturing operations from Saratoga Springs, New York to a warehouse in Avondale, about 2 miles from its Lincoln Square shop. LINCOLN SQUARE — Merz Apothecary will start making hand-poured soy candles and other luxury products as it expands its business with a new production facility in Avondale in August. It’s part of a long held dream Merz’s owners have to not just sell products but to produce
Tuesday, May 17, 2022Exciting New Music & Storytelling Event Series Coming To Artifact Events In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi / Broadway World / May 16, 2022 tory Jam will kick off a new monthly storytelling show at Artifact Events on Wednesday, June 29th at 7:30 PM CDT at 4325 North Ravenswood Avenue in Chicago. This PRIDE celebration show will be the first in a series to take place on the last Wednesday of every month. Story Jam is known for crafted personal stories, excellent musicianship, and bringing energy, social awareness, and diversity to the Chicago storytelling scene. Perfect for music lovers and
Friday, April 22, 2022For Chicagoans looking to shop more sustainably, the options are growing
by Courtney Kueppers / WBEZ Chicago / April 21, 2022 The shelves of a Lincoln Square store are lined with jars of nuts, large jugs of shampoo refills and reusable water bottles, surrounded by art and brightly painted walls. One thing you won’t find much of at Eco & The Flamingo is waste. The store, which opened in May 2020, calls itself “Chicago’s first zero-waste general store,” but despite being first, it’s not the only option — at least not anymore. Co-owners Jackie MacCartie and Bethany Barbouti
Wednesday, April 20, 2022Chicago’s ‘Green Pages’ Offer A Free Guide To Shopping And Living More Sustainably In The City
by Mack Liederman / Block Club Chicago / April 19, 2022 The site, Chicago Environmentalists, features restaurants, florists and other businesses "choosing sustainable practices even though they don’t have to,” the co-founder said. NORTH CENTER — Two friends who met cleaning up trash in North Center’s Clark Park have created a yellow-pages-like guide to help Chicagoans live more sustainably. The online guide, called Chicago Environmentalists, is a directory of local resources where people can shop, eat,
Thursday, April 07, 2022Chicago’s Craft Brewers Make Last-Minute Push For Relief Funds As State Lawmakers Finalize Budget
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / April 6, 2022 “We're trying to hold on and hold the roof up for our businesses, for our employees and for our communities,” one brewery owner said. “I think it’ll take us at least five years before we pay off the debt we’ve taken on.” RAVENSWOOD — Chicago’s craft brewers are asking fans to call their legislators in Springfield and urge them to support a bill that would send assistance to brewpubs, distilleries and other businesses throughout the service
Saturday, April 02, 2022Why Doesn’t Chicago Have More Wine Bars in Bookstores?
by Aimee Levitt / Eater Chicago / April 1, 2022 Few things go together better than a book and a bottle of wine, but Chicagoans are still learning.When Rebecca George decided to open up a bookstore with her sister Kimberly in 2016, she knew a few things for certain. First, it would be, above all, a community space with events nearly every day. Second, it would be in Wicker Park, where George has lived her entire adult life. And third, it would have a cafe that served not just coffee, but wine and whiskey
Monday, March 21, 2022American Blues Theater Will Build Its First Permanent Venue In Lincoln Square
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 18, 2022 Scheduled to open in 2023, American Blues’ new home will be the “crown jewel” of the burgeoning North Lincoln Avenue arts district, Ald. Andre Vasquez said. LINCOLN SQUARE — The American Blues Theater plans to start construction on its first permanent home on North Lincoln Avenue later this year. The theater has rented space in various locations for more than 35 years, most recently basing their offices at 4809 N. Ravenswood Ave. and performing
Saturday, March 19, 2022Chicagoans celebrate St. Patrick's Day just like old times
by Anthony Ponce / Fox-32 Chicago / March 17, 2022 CHICAGO - After a two-year pandemic — and with great weather — St. Patrick's Day was like a coming-out party for the City of Chicago on Thursday. At O'Shaughnessy's in Ravenswood, there was no evidence of a pandemic and it felt exactly like St. Patrick's Day in Chicago should feel. Read more and Watch HERE
Wednesday, March 16, 2022LSRCC Statement on 4715 N Western Avenue
On Wednesday, March 16, 2022, Block Club Chicago posted an article regarding the status of the Affordable Housing Development Proposal for 4715 N Western Avenue. In that article it is stated that the Lincoln Square Business Community “would yank support for the project if there were less public parking” than originally proposed. As the Chamber of Commerce for the area we want to ensure that the public knows that this statement is misleading, as our member business community has stated they are open to
Tuesday, March 15, 202270 Chicago Chefs Unite Wednesday for Ukrainian Fundraiser at Navy Pier
by Ashok Selvam / Eater Chicago / March 14, 2022 Chicago Chefs Cook for Ukraine is shaping up to be one of the biggest food events of 2022.One of Chicago’s biggest food events of the year was thrown together in mere weeks to support the Ukrainian victims of the Russian invasion. On Wednesday, March 16, more than 70 chefs will assemble at Navy Pier for a massive fundraiser called Chicago Chefs Cooks for Ukraine. It’s an effort to raise money for World Central Kitchen, the charity led by celebrity chef José
Tuesday, March 08, 2022Market event celebrates businesses owned by women
by Michelle Corless / ABC-7 Chicago / March 8, 2022 CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is celebrating International Women's Day with its first-ever market event. The market will feature pop-up vendors, all put together by local women. Read more and Watch HERE
Sunday, March 06, 2022New Ravenswood Clothing Store Started By Two Friends With A Passion For Vibrant Vintage Style
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / March 4, 2022 Her & Ziba’s owners Elhom Karbassi and Leslie Castromayor, who have Iranian and Filipino backgrounds, bonded selling vintage clothes at local markets and trying to break into a predominately white industry. RAVENSWOOD — The owners of a vintage clothing shop opening in Ravenswood this month spent years selling their wares at markets throughout the city before launching a brick-and-mortar business. Her & Ziba’s, 4919 N. Damen Ave., carries a variety
Sunday, March 06, 2022Best Day Ever: John Green, author of ''The Fault in Our Stars''
by Justin Kaufmann / Axios Chicago / March 4, 2022 Author John Green thought he was done writing books after successfully publishing seven of them, including YA megahits "The Fault in Our Stars" and "Paper Towns.""I started out writing essays for a podcast because I was tired of books and didn't know if I ever wanted to write another one," Green tells Axios. Yes, but: Those essays, which all focus on facets of the human condition, have been collected for his new book, "The Anthropocene Reviewed.""Turtles
Thursday, March 03, 2022Pizza City Fest Will Debut This Summer With an All-Star Lineup
by Aimee Levitt / Eater Chicago / March 1, 2022 Food journalist Steve Dolinsky wants to prove that this city is more than a deep dish punchline. Chicago may not need another summer food festival, but this year it’s getting one anyway, courtesy of Steve Dolinsky, “The Food Guy” on NBC 5 and a pizza expert who has written two books on the subject. The Pizza City Fest will debut on July 23-24 at the Plumber’s Union Hall in the West Loop and will feature 39 different pizza-makers from all over Chicago, plus
Monday, February 28, 2022Don’t Miss the Carrot Pâté at Parkside
by Amy Cavanaugh / Chicago Magazine / February 25, 2022 Chef Justin Kaialoa swapped chicken liver for carrots — and now it’s never leaving the menu. I’ll order chicken liver pâté to slather on toast anytime I see it on a menu, but like seemingly everyone else in this era of healthyish eating, I’m also trying to cut back on animal products where I can. So when I saw carrot pâté on the menu at Parkside, the North Center restaurant from the team behind the delightful L&M Fine Foods, I jumped at it. Topped
Wednesday, February 23, 2022Here are Chicago's James Beard Award semifinalists
by Ally Marotti / Crain's Chicago Business / February 23, 2022 Chicago restaurants and chefs landed 15 nominations for this year's awards. Chicago restaurants and their chefs garnered 15 nominations for the 2022 James Beard Awards, following a tumultuous two years for the industry. The nods were fewer than in years past, when more than two dozen restaurant professionals from the city landed on the semifinalist list. It also follows a year in which many award ceremonies were put on hold or altered in some
Tuesday, February 22, 2022Winter Brew Fest kicks off at Lincoln Square Ravenswood
by ABC-7 Chicago / February 19, 2022 CHICAGO (WLS) -- Grab your coats and bundle up! A first of its kind outdoor winter festival is in Chicago. Winter Brewis happening Saturday, Feb. 19 and Sunday, Feb. 20 from noon to 8:00 p.m. on North Lincoln Avenue between Wilson and Eastwood. The event is dedicated to showcasing Chicago's local breweries and providing attendees an opportunity to explore small businesses and chat with brewers; more than 12 breweries showcasing more than 40 styles of craft brews,
Friday, February 18, 2022Swing Science Hitting Lab Brings High Tech Batting Cages To Lincoln Square
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 18, 2022 The lab uses pitching simulators, 3D body movement analysis, bat sensors, high-speed cameras and other high-tech tools for a data-driven approach to help players of all skill levels step up their game. LINCOLN SQUARE — Baseball season may be months away, but players young and old can work on their swing in the meantime with a new indoor “hitting lab” in Lincoln Square. Swing Science Hitting Lab uses pitching simulators, 3D body movement
Thursday, February 17, 2022Lincoln Square’s Winter Brew Event Moves Outside For First Time This Weekend
by Alex V. Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 16, 2022 Lincoln Square’s Winter Brew Event Moves Outside For First Time This Weekend LINCOLN SQUARE — Lincoln Square’s annual Winter Brew event will be held outside for the first time this weekend. Now in its 10th year, the festival will kick off noon Saturday on Lincoln Avenue between Eastwood and Wilson avenues. Presale tickets cost $5 and are available online. Tickets will cost $7 at the gate. Beers will cost $7-$12. Some of the featured
Tuesday, February 15, 2022Winter Brew fest moves outside for 10th anniversary celebration on Chicago's North Side
by FOX-32 Chicago / February 15, 2022 Rudy Flores, Executive Director of the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, and Jude La Rose, owner of Hop Butcher For the World, preview this weekend's Winter Brew festivities. Watch HERE
Thursday, February 10, 2022Where to Celebrate Chicago Black Restaurant Week
by Meredith Heil / Thrillist / February 7, 202214 days of unbeatable dining deals have splashed down in the Windy City this week thanks to Chicago Black Restaurant Week’s February 6th kick-off. Founded in 2015 by Memphis’ Lauran Smith as a way to spotlight African-American culinary entrepreneurs during Black History Month, the community-oriented event has since spread to cities around the country. The series came to the Chicagoland area in 2016, with numerous registered Black-owned businesses stretching
Thursday, February 10, 2022Badabing Wings says don't wing it when it comes to food on Super Bowl Sunday, pre-order
by Fox-32 Chicago / February 6, 2022Whether you're gathering with friends or looking for a place to eat, many people will choose wings on Super Bowl Sunday. Jose Lopez, owner of Badabing Wings, says the restaurant has tons of options for the big game. Watch HERE
