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Monday, September 25, 2023Take a bite out of Lincoln Square's Apple Fest this weekend
by Fox-32 Chicago / September 25, 2023 Rudy Flores, CEO of the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Apple Fest this weekend, featuring vendors, activities for kids and, of course, all things apples. Watch HERE
Tuesday, September 19, 2023CDOT, 40th Ward Alderperson Vasquez Break Ground on North Lincoln Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project
City of Chicago / September 15, 2023CHICAGO – The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), 40th Ward Alderperson Andre Vasquez, and the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (LSRCC) today broke ground on a major streetscape project that will create a safer, more walkable North Lincoln Avenue that enhances public space and supports economic development. The project, which spans Lincoln Avenue between Western Avenue and Catalpa Avenue, includes wider sidewalks, protected bike lanes, a public
Tuesday, August 29, 202316 Chicago Food Events to Savor this September
by Meredith Francis / WTTW-Chicago / August 29, 2023 Kids may be back in school, but there is still plenty of summer fun to be had with a wide variety of food events in Chicago and the suburbs this September. Oktoberfests, apple festivals, and a popular Polish festival are all back. Be sure to double-check the event pages for times, locations, and admission information.Apple Fest Lincoln SquareSaturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 | Lincoln Square, N. Lincoln Ave. & W. Leland Ave. This popular annual
Tuesday, August 22, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber Needs Volunteers To Help Track How People Park In Neighborhood
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / August 22, 2023The data collected this week and during the holidays will serve as a framework for developers pitching projects for the busy commercial corridor, organizers said. LINCOLN SQUARE — The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is looking for “urban planning nerds” to help collect data on how people use parking in and around the Lincoln Avenue commercial corridor. The chamber is working with association management agency Big Buzz Idea Group to
Monday, August 21, 2023Lincoln Square Farmers Market connects residents with local vendors
by WGN Morning News / WGN-9 Chicago / August 19, 2023 Jeff Tabels of the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce joined Sean Lewis on the WGN Weekend Morning News on August 19 to talk about the event that takes place Tuesday and Thursday in Lincoln Square. Watch HERE
Wednesday, August 02, 2023Boost Your Business Growth with These Essential Steps
Are you looking for ways to expand your business and take it to the next level? Now is the perfect time to secure your company with a few small changes. With recent advances in online software and tools, it has never been easier to begin refreshing your marketing strategy, diversify products and services, and expand into new markets. If you’re ready to start growing your business, read on for some essential steps from the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce member Adobe.Refresh Your Marketing
Wednesday, July 26, 202313 New Restaurants And Cafes Near Lincoln Square
by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / July 21, 2023 A mix of sit down and fast casual restaurants have opened on the North and Northwest Sides this summer. LINCOLN SQUARE — A crop of new restaurants have opened in Lincoln Square, North Center, Ravenswood, Irving Park and Albany Park.Dine-in restaurants that successfully navigated the pandemic like Garcia’s Restaurant, 4760 N. Lincoln Ave., are being joined by fast-casual options complementing the business corridor, said Rudy Flores, executive
Tuesday, July 11, 2023Square Roots Festival Bringing Music, Brews and Live Band Karaoke To Lincoln Square This Weekend
by Isaiah Reynolds and Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / July 7, 2023The annual fest known for its unique music lineup will feature headliners Superchunk, Real Estate and Momma this year.LINCOLN SQUARE — The 11th Annual Square Roots Festival is taking over Lincoln Square this weekend. The festival will take place on Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson avenues from 5-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday and noon-9 p.m. Sunday.Square Roots Festival is known for producing one of the most unique
Friday, June 30, 2023Square Roots showcases local artists and sounds from around the world
by Jamie Ludwig / Chicago Reader / June 30, 2023Chicago’s outdoor entertainment season arrived this year amid more questions than usual: Why NASCAR, and why here? Why did the Chicago Park District extend the C3 Presents Lollapalooza contract in Grant Park for another ten years, when residents in Pilsen, North Lawndale, Belmont Cragin, and other neighborhoods are still duking it out with independent promoters over community resources and access to public parks? This makes me especially grateful for the
Monday, May 01, 2023Find fresh, local food options at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market this summer
by ABC-7 Digital Team / ABC-7 Chicago / April 30, 2023CHICAGO (WLS) -- Starting May 2, more than 40 farmers, vendors and food artisans will bring food from farm to table at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market, put on by the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce.Each Tuesday morning and Thursday afternoon through Nov. 21, the market will connect local farmers, artisans and food purveyors to the North Side of Chicago, providing the freshest foods to Chicagoans all summer long. The market will be held
Tuesday, April 25, 2023Festival Season is Back. Here Are 11 Food Events to Check Out in May
by Meredith Francis / WTTW Chicago / April 24, 2023 With warmer temperatures and sunnier skies, Chicago has come alive once more. That means festival season is back. Here are some food-related events to brighten up your spring. We’ve also listed some of the weekly farmers markets that get started in May. Be sure to double-check the event pages for times, locations, and admission information. 1. Lincoln Square Farmers Market Beginning Tuesday, May 2, 2023 | Lincoln and Leland Avenues Every Tuesday
Tuesday, March 14, 2023Lincoln Square Ravenswood Women's Day Market returns Sunday
by Jeramie Bizzle / CBS News Chicago / March 12, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS) -- You're invited to sip, shop, and support women-led businesses on the Northwest Side. The second annual Lincoln Square Ravenswood Women's Day Market is back. It's showcasing more than 50 women-owned businesses in the Chicago area. The event runs today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Artifact Events near Montrose and Ravenswood Avenue. Read more HERE
Monday, March 06, 2023Here's How You Can Celebrate Women's History Month in Chicago
by Lauren Stewart / NBC Chicago / March 4, 2023 Here are five local celebrations honoring Women's History Month. Read more HERE and View complete event details and vendors HERE.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023Winter Brew returns to Lincoln Square, spotlighting local breweries and distilleries
by ABC-7 Chicago Digital team / ABC-7 / February 25, 2023 CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce announced the Winter Brew 2023. The 11th annual craft beer extravaganza is happening March 25-26, and will be heading outside for the second year in a row as Chicago's only outdoor craft beer street festival. Winter Brew is Chicago's first winter street festival, located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood along Lincoln Avenue. The event is dedicated to showcasing several of
Tuesday, February 28, 20235 Things to Do This Weekend: Polar Adventure Days, International Carnivale
by Erica Demarest / WTTW News / February 23, 2023 Layer up for the 11th annual Winter Brew in Lincoln Square. Chicago’s first winter street festival will feature beer and cider from 11 local breweries, plus a selection of cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. Shop artwork, gifts and snacks from local vendors. Read more HERE
Tuesday, February 28, 202311th annual Winter Brew event in Lincoln Square happening Sunday
by CBS-2 Chicago / February 26, 2023 CHICAGO (CBS) -- You can raise a glass in Lincoln Square this afternoon. The 11th annual Winter Brew event continues today along Lincoln Avenue between Wilson and Eastwood. You can taste more than two dozen craft beers from the city's unique breweries - plus cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. There will also be food to eat while you sip. The event runs from noon to 6 p.m. Watch HERE
Friday, February 24, 2023Let's Talk Women
by Andrea Darlas / Show & Tell with Andrea Darlas / February 20, 2023 This week on Show & Tell, Andrea Darlas will talk with four women who will help us gear up to experience a couple of great shows to see in the Chicagoland area, Chicago's first winter street festival in Lincoln Square, and a foodie bash that you don't want to miss as it supports women in Chicago, right at the beginning of Women's History Month! Listen HERE
Thursday, February 09, 2023Winter Brew 2023
by Time Out Chicago / February 9, 2023 Time Out says Layer up and head to Lincoln Square’s 11th annual Winter Brew, taking place outside along Lincoln Avenue. You’ll have over two dozen local craft beers to choose from, including warm beverages and specialty brews tapped for the occasion. There will also be food available for purchase. Read more HERE
Thursday, January 12, 2023Today In The Culture, January 10, 2023: Hideout Reopens Today | New CEOs at Hindman & Holocaust Muse
by Ray Pride / New City / January 10, 2023 Winter Brew 2023 Set For Lincoln Square Ravenswood The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce has announced dates for Winter Brew 2023, with the eleventh annual craft beer extravaganza heading outside for a second year as Chicago’s only outdoor craft beer street festival. Winter Brew is Chicago’s first winter street festival, located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood along Lincoln Avenue. Over two dozen local craft beers will be available to taste, plus
Monday, December 12, 2022CDOT, 40th Ward Alderman Vasquez Break Ground on Lawrence Avenue Streetscape Project
City of Chicago / December 10, 2022 CHICAGO – Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Commissioner Gia Biagi today joined 40th Ward Alderman Andre Vasquez and the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce to break ground on the Lawrence Avenue streetscape project, which extends from Western Avenue to the Chicago River. The project features a variety of infrastructure upgrades that will improve safety for all road users and create a more walkable, inviting street that supports economic
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
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