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Join in on an evening of sipping, snacking, and meeting neighbors. On Thursday, August 7th, we are hosting a mixer where Lakeview East’s finest local businesses and residents gather to make connections, discover new treats, and have a great time.
This night out on the rooftop is not just for businesses, it's for everyone! Tickets are only $15 for neighbors, and $10 for Lakeview East Chamber members to attend.
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You've heard of Speed Dating, but have you heard of Speed Friending?
Table Talk Social is throwing a Speed Friending event at BITES Asian Kitchen on Wednesday, August 14th! Whether you've just moved to Chicago, you're looking to expand your social circle, or you're on the hunt for a BFF with similar hobbies, come meet new people and spark lasting connections.
Tickets are $40 and include
A cocktail or mocktail from BITES
Some of BITES most popular dishes
Half an hour of Speed Friending, then an hour of mingling!
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Summer calls for outdoor parties! All weekend long, August 8-10th, there's going to be food, live music, drinking, and dancing, at Space Park, located at 815 Roscoe Street! From 1 to 6 pm, there will be special guest recording artists and entertainers at this beautiful garden oasis in the neighborhood. This garden party is a fundraiser for Chicago Arts Center.
Tickets are FREE, however, there's donations of various amounts to choose from,if you would like to contribute to the fundraising event. All funds raised will go directly to ChicagoArtsCenter.org!
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Cesar’s Killer Margaritas is hosting a back-to-school donation drive with Cradles to Crayons through Sunday, August 10. They're collecting essential items for children (sizes 0 months – 5T), including shorts, t-shirts, pajamas, new socks, and new underwear. All clothing must be clean and gently used — no stains, rips, or holiday/family references.
Drop off donations at 2924 N. Broadway and receive 20% off your next visit to Cesar’s!
Cradles to Crayons supports children from birth to age 12 living in low-income or homeless situations by providing free essential items through community donations.
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Are you still riding the buzz from Pride Fest and the Pride Parade? On August 8th - 10th, there's another Northalsted party to celebrate- Market Days! For three days, Northalsted is throwing a star-studded festival with amazing performances, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performances, and more! With headliners like Monet X Change, Keke Palmer, and David Archuleta, this is a festival you do not want to miss.
Click here for the full line-up, set times, vendors, and more!
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Get ready, our biggest event of the year is almost here! The Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is back and bigger than ever, bringing an unforgettable weekend of art, entertainment, and community. This year is extra special, as it's the 20th Anniversary of this legendary festival. Happening on September 13th and 14th this year!
For one weekend only, Lakeview transforms into an open-air gallery, featuring over 120 incredible juried artists from across the country. Discover original paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, furniture, and more, available for purchase in a wide range of styles and prices. But this festival is more than just art. It's a full weekend of excitement with live art demonstrations, multiple entertainment stages, family-friendly activities, and a relaxing garden oasis to unwind.
For 20 years, the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has proudly presented one of Chicagoland’s most beloved and unique art festivals. Every artist, musician, and vendor is handpicked to ensure the best experience right in the heart of Lakeview.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic celebration of creativity.
| | Rangoli Kabob (1023 W Belmont Ave) is serving more than just the kabobs! Treat yourself to classic, authentic Indian cuisine. The chefs at Rangoli blend their passion for delicious food with deep knowledge of Indian cooking to create flavorful, traditional dishes you'll love. Join them every Wednesday (5:30 to 8:30) for Dosa Night - just $16.99! And on Saturdays (12 to 4pm), enjoy unlimited Dosas for only $21.99! Plus, get 10% off your first online order. | | |
COMING SOON
Lucky Cat | 2806 N. Clark Street
Reading Room Gallery | 3356 N Broadway
Broadway Smokes | 3441 N. Broadway
Just Salad | 3025 N. Clark St
McGovern’s | 2925 N. Sheffield Ave
Dat Donut | 949 W. Addison
Fairy Nail Spa | 3418 N. Sheffield Ave
Apothecary Lounge | 3242 N. Clark
May Therapeutic Spa | 1033 W Belmont
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken | 3649 N. Clark Street
Flamin Bites | 2814 N. Halsted
NOW OPEN
Grace’s Eyelashes and Threading | 3220 N. Sheffield
Club Pilates | 2835 N. Clark Street
Felix | 3301 N. Clark
Chazui Tea Tower | 3349 N. Clark
Neva Hangry | 3404 N. Clark
Dad’s Place | 3369 N. Clark St
Bar 19 | 3438 N. Clark
Rendang Republic | 3359 N Clark
Coup de Thai | 2932 N. Broadway
Chicago Cannabis Company- Edibles Express | 3759 N. Racine
Spa Ave | 935 W. Irving Park
Nancy's Pizza | 2930 N Broadway | OPEN UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT
Playa Bowls | 2949 N. Broadway
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3SixtyVibes is a holistic healing center offering personalized services like yoga, somatic therapy, sound healing, meditation, and mindset coaching—designed to reduce stress and support emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Sessions are available one-on-one or in groups, with a focus on balance, clarity, and personal transformation. As a dedicated space for the LGBTQ+ community, 3SixtyVibes offers an inclusive, judgment-free environment where all identities are honored and healing is fully supported.
Ready to start your journey? Join a class here.
| | Coming all the way from California, welcome to Chicago Coup De Thai! Open for lunch and dinner every day (but closed on Tuesdays) Coup De Thai is a new upscale Thai restaurant offering an array of curries, noodles, and other familiar Thai dishes. Each dish, from the bold Dragon Balls to the refreshing Papaya Pok Pok, is handcrafted with traditional ingredients and techniques that bring the heat — and the heart — of Thailand to the Chicago culinary scene. | | |
Good news beer lovers, Pilot Project Brewery is now open! This beverage incubator, tasting room, and restaurant features a huge patio and is ready to serve you and your brew-obsessed crew. Pilot Project was launched as a collaborative and artistically curious space to help support talented brewers in an industry with exceptionally high barriers. Modeled after the music industry, Pilot serves as a launch pad for start-up breweries, offering assistance with recipe R&D, production scaling, marketing, distribution, and more. On the bottom floor of Pilot Project lies the Devious lounge. Devious is pushing against the norm of what cocktails look like in the world. This is a real cocktail. A blend of spirits, real juices, and botanicals that make for something truly exceptional. What’s devious about it? The promise that it’s real. There’s no witchcraft. Nothing sinister or fake. Just real spirits and real ingredients that make for really good times!
Hours of Operation:
Mondays-Thursdays: 4pm-10pm
Fridays-Saturdays: 10am-1am
Sundays: 10am-9pm
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We're thrilled to welcome Newbury Counseling and Consulting to the neighborhood! Located in the Briar Suites right off the corner of Broadway and Briar, this boutique practice now has two onsite therapists offering personalized, compassionate care.
Jacob specializes in men’s mental health, including anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions. Julia, the owner and a proud Lakeview local, focuses on anxiety, disordered eating, grief, and depression.
Appointments are available Monday–Friday, 9 AM–8 PM, both in-person and via telehealth. Most insurance is accepted, and self-pay is available with 48 hours’ notice. Schedule online to get started—welcome, Jacob and Julia!
| | In Memoriam: Ryne Sandberg | | |
This week, we lost more than a baseball icon. We lost a part of Wrigleyville. Ryne Sandberg, the legendary Cubs second baseman, passed away at 65 after a courageous battle with metastatic prostate cancer. He was surrounded by his loved ones at home. For fans across the country, Sandberg was a Hall of Famer, A 10-time All-Star, A 9-time Gold Glove winner. The 1984 National League MVP. But for those of us here in Lakeview East, he felt like one of our own.
He played here for 15 seasons, and during that time, he truly became a part of the Wrigleyville culture. Whether you watched him turn double plays from the Wrigley bleachers or replayed his highlights at your neighborhood bar, Sandberg was a constant in our community’s baseball story. And then there was that game in June 23, 1984. Two clutch home runs in the 9th and 10th innings to tie it up and send it into the Cubs’ favor. It wasn’t just a career-defining moment for Sandberg, it was the kind of magic that made people fall in love with the Cubs and with Wrigleyville.
Just this past summer, the neighborhood gathered at Gallagher Way to unveil his statue, marking 40 years since that unforgettable game. Since news of his passing, fans have been stopping by, quietly leaving flowers, baseballs, and notes. It's clear how much he meant to our community. Ryno never needed the spotlight. He led with quiet strength, grit, and a love for the game that showed in every play. His legacy lives on in every little leaguer who dreams of playing under the ivy, in every number 23 jersey at a home game, and in every local who still believes that baseball is about heart. Rest easy, Ryno. You’ll always be part of Wrigleyville.
| | Wrigleyville News & Updates | | | | We are anticipating that the Chicago Cubs will make an official announcement this Friday: our very own Wrigley Field is set to host the MLB All-Star Game in 2027! The last time the Cubs hosted the All-Star Game was back in 1990, making this opportunity even more exciting. In an ABC7 article released on July 24th, reporter John Garcia stated, "The Cubs and the city have been working on getting the game back for years and have put some $30 million into safety and security updates for Wrigley Field and the neighborhood, including widening the sidewalks along Addison next to the ballpark. They are improvements that would benefit the neighborhood long after an All-Star Game." Executive director of the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, Maureen Martino, said, "So this is all in prep to not only make it a safer ballpark all the time, but also to be able to be more attractive to get games like the All-Star Game. The economic impact for the business community could see as much as $250million." | | | | |
Upper Deck Golf at Wrigley Field
For just a few days this September, a new sport is taking over Wrigley Field! Upper Deck Golf is not your average day on the course. This one-of-a-kind experience lets you launch golf balls from the iconic upper deck, aiming for custom greens set right on the field. From epic views to unforgettable shots, it's golf like you’ve never played it before. Happening this year on September 18th-20th.
Kick things off at the American Airlines 1914 Club with cold drinks, great food, music pumping, and fun golf challenges for you and your crew.
Ready to swing for the bleachers? Book your tee time now and experience the UPPER DECK!
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Having a bit of post-Mustache Crawl blues? Don't worry- another crawl is right around the corner. Giddy on up over to Country Fest, happening on September 20th! Throw on your cowboy boots, flannels and daisy dukes, for one day only Wrigleyville is turning into Nashville! Whether you're a country fan or not, this All-American event is not to be missed. The sooner you get tickets, the cheaper they'll be.
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Every week, our neighborhood businesses send us their upcoming events, current specials, or promotions exclusive to LVE newsletter subscribers! If you hate to be the last to know about fun things happening, check this page often, as new submissions are always being added! | | | Business & Government Webinars & Affairs | | Check out all the BACP Webinars Here! | | |
City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers
August 6th 2025, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Presented by the City of Chicago
The Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, Department of Public Health, and the Department of Buildings will provide insight on how operate a compliant business in the City of Chicago. Topics covered will include how to prepare for inspections, building permits and sign display requirements, food inspection overview and necessary certificates, and zoning review procedures. Learn how to operate safely and avoid common setbacks.
| | CAPS Meetings - Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy | | |
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