Enjoy January and February Locally
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Don’t let winter weather prevent you from planning a night out on the town! Dance to some live music, challenge each other to some friendly competition, or enjoy some charcuterie by the fireplace. We have something for every couple here in LVE.
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Two Bars Crawls are Coming to Wrigleyville
Say cheese! The Mac and Cheese Crawl is coming back to Wrigley, and it is going to be more fun and delicious than ever before. Taking place on Saturday, January 28th, attendees get access to all participating bars as well as 6 mac and cheese servings! Sometimes being cheesy is a good thing. Click here for tickets.
Step 1: Wake up.
Step 2: Roll out of Bed.
Step 3: Bar Crawl with best friends.
When else can you wear your pajamas to a bar crawl and fit right in?! For one day only, you can roll right out of bed and go straight to The Pajama Crawl. Onesies, footy pajamas, your dad’s giant old t-shirt, or whatever you sleep in…all encouraged. Time to dress it down and party it up! Tickets are on sale now here.
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Restaurant Week is happening from January 20th - February 5th
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Calling all the foodies! The time has finally come.. restaurant week is back! Over 300 restaurants all over Chicago are featuring fantastic deals that will only be available from January 20th - February 5th. These multi-course meals are $25 for brunch or lunch, and $42 and/or $59 for dinner (excluding beverages, tax, and gratuity).
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Don't Procrastinate on Valentine's Day
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If you're having a hard time deciding where to go, browse our dining guide to find the spot perfect for you and your valentine.
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Festival of the Arts Returns for 2023 - Now Accepting Artist Applications
The Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts is returning on September 9th and 10th, 2023! We are now taking artist applications until March 1st, 2023.
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This month with new years resolutions, we've talked a lot about physical wellness. If you're looking to turn a new page, it's time to look within to mental wellness. Therapy is a powerful tool for improving mental and emotional well-being. Finding support locally may be easier than trekking across the city to meet a therapist for the first time, and it makes making recurring appointments easier to keep.
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Where to Use Your Lakeview East Giftcard
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Food Service Sanitation Managers Certification Class
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Join us at the Center on Halsted on February 21st from 9 AM - 5 PM for the Food Safety & Sanitation Manager Class hosted by the Safe Dining Association. The Food Safety Manager Certification credential communicates to the food service and retail industry that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to oversee the safe storage, preparation, and service of food in the workplace.
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Private Event Space Guide
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Planning a party in 2023? Let our Private Event Space Guide help you be the host with the most local love!
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Spectacular, special spaces in all the right places abound in Lakeview East and Wrigleyville. Home to the second oldest stadium in the country, this historic neighborhood is one that millions of people travel to and stay in annually. The magic of in-person events, networking opportunities, meetings, ceremonies, celebrations and live experiences are back. Dazzle guests with an event space that caters to a one of a kind private, or semi-private, experience that will help you host the perfect event.
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Flamingo Tea | 843 W. Belmont - COMING SOON
BLVD Vet Chicago | 510 W Diversy - NOW OPEN
Alamo Draft House | 3519 N. Clark Street - OPENING JANUARY 27
Almost Home Tavern and Grill | 3801 - 3809 N. Clark Street - NOW OPEN
The Slice Shop | 928 W. Belmont - COMING SOON
Food Rocket | 2925 N. Halsted - NOW OPEN
Poke Gu | 2931 N. Broadway - NOW OPEN
Revolution Physical Therapy Weight Loss | 3168 N. Broadway - NOW OPEN
Cubaneo | 2873 N. Broadway - NOW OPEN
Lost Reef Lounge | 964 W. Belmont- COMING SOON
Savanna Restaurant | 3334 N. Halsted - NOW OPEN
Sunrise of Lincoln Park | 2710 N Clark St - NOW OPEN
Wicked Plants | 3240 N Clark St -COMING SOON
Buzzed Bakery | 915 W Belmont - NOW OPEN
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Stay in the know by following our Wrigleyville Web Page
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Opening Day and Grand Openings
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Cubs Opening Day has Been Announced
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One of the biggest days in Wrigleyville is the Cubs Opening Day, which will be taking place this year on Thursday, March 30th! The Cubs will be taking on the Milwaukee Brewers for a 1:20 pm game. Tickets may not be on sale yet, but you can check the full Cubs 2023 Calendar here.
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Two New Spots are Opening on Clark Street
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The infamous Wrigleyville Clark Street is welcoming two new residents this month!
"Welcome to Almost Home Tavern and Grill. We are a neighborhood sports bar, specializing in great food, friendly service, and an inviting atmosphere." Taste locally crafted brews from one of the 20 taps, or enjoy a specialty cocktail. The menu consists of pizzas and classic American fare, like burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
Join us for the Almost Home Tavern Grand Opening, taking place on Thursday, January 19th at 4 pm!
Wrigleyville is going to be the newest location for Alamo Drafthouse Cinema! ( 3519 N Clark St). Alamo has had the same mantra since opening in 1997,
"The Alamo Drafthouse Theater is good food, good beer, and good film, all at the same place!” They'll be hosting special events, serving award winning cuisine and the finest craft beers. They are officially opening to the public on January 27th.
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Wrigley Field Concerts 2023
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See some live music at the historic Wrigley Field! Snap your photo in front of the infamous marquee, and sing out loud to some of your favorite artists. Right now there are three confirmed shows going on this summer:
Dead & Company is playing Friday, June 9th, and Saturday, June 10th.
Morgan Wallen is playing Thursday, June 22nd, and Friday, June 23rd.
P!NK is playing Saturday, August 12th.
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Job Board on the Lakeview East Website is now active!
Are you looking for a new opportunity? The Lakeview East Job Board is open! Our 500+ members can post their open positions directly to our website!
If you would like to become a member to post jobs and events to our website, please email mary@lakevieweast.com
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Upcoming Events and Promotions
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Robert Jeffrey Salon has been a staple of the Lakeview Community since 2015 and became a part of the Jeffrey LaMorte Salon Group as of May 1st, 2022! Located on Broadway, Robert Jeffrey has some of the most talented hairdressers and stylists in Chicago. Take advantage of this promotion while you can! Get 15% off all color services with Robert Jeffrey's highly trained and motivated staff. As an Intercoiffure Salon, they are trained to give you a customized look based on not only your current look but also your lifestyle
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Paramont EO is currently having a promotion going on for Southwire CoilPAKs. Buy $500 worth of CoilPAKs and get a free Southwire GripIt included when following one of their social media pages!
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Cheers to New Savings! For a limited time, upgrade your home to Gig Internet for only $39.99/mo plus a FREE month of service! Offer ends 1/22. Need to uplift your business? We offer a flexible suite of affordable solutions with friendly local service. Visit astound.com or astoundbusiness.com to upgrade today!
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Explore the Lakeview East Dining Guide
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Live Music in the Neighborhood
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Sluggers Dueling Pianos
3540 N. Clark Street
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Metro Chicago
3730 N Clark
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The Vic
3145 N. Sheffield
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Monsignor Murphys
3019 N. Broadway
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Drew's On Halsted
3201 N Halsted
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Uncommon Ground
3800 N. Clark
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Business & Government Affairs
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Check out all the BACP Webinars here!
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Thursday, 2/16 at 2:00 PM
Empower Hour: Batter & Berries
In honor and recognition of Black History Month, this month’s Empower Hour will feature BACP Commissioner Ken Meyer chatting with Craig Richardson, co-founder of Batter & Berries. The eclectic restaurant is a staple of Chicago’s vibrant brunch scene. The idea, and continuing principle, behind the well-known restaurant is to offer the freshest food possible with flavors from all over the world and friendly service.
The candid conversation will cover the creation of the business, collaboration with community creatives, product development, and utilizing City of Chicago business resources. The webinar will end with a Q&A for attendees to ask questions.
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For recordings of past BACP webinars, please click here.
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Upcoming Community Meetings
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CAPS Meetings - Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy
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Upcoming CAPS Meetings
Beat 1934
February 22nd | 6:30 p.m.
Senior Building at 416 W. Barry
Beat 1925
February 21st | 6:30 p.m.
Gill Park | 825 W. Sheridan Rd
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The 44th Ward is served by the 19th District (bounded by Lawrence, Lake Shore Drive, Fullerton, and the Chicago River). Each police district is divided in beats, and each beat has a team of beat officers assigned to it. Police representatives from these teams and local community leaders conduct the CAPS meetings. For more information on CAPS, visit the Chicago Police Department's web page, How CAPS Works.
To find your beat click here. To register for beat meeting information please email
The 19th District shares regular updates on its Twitter page. Be sure to check out their updates and follow them on Twitter, @ChicagoCAPS19.
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Are you, or anyone you know, looking to open a business to Lakeview East? View Storefront Opportunities on our website here!
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Retail storefronts are in very high demand in the Lakeview East area. If you are interested in opening or relocating a business to Lakeview East please contact us and we can tell you what is currently available and inform you when new storefront and office spaces are available.
If you are a commercial real estate company or broker and would like to make your property available to any inquiries made to the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, let us know at
773-348-8608.
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Featured Listing
3128-3132 N Broadway St
2,212 SF of Retail Space Available
LAKEVIEW EAST 2nd GENERATION RESTAURANT SPACE AVAILABLE
For additional information contact:
Ann Anovitz Associates - 312-372-3224
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Interested in joining the Chamber? The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is here to help promote, assist and grow your business!
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Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce | (773) 348-8608
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