LAST DAYS OF Chicago Restaurant Week

Time is running out! Chicago Restaurant Week ends this Sunday! There are 11 participating restaurants in Lakeview East. Diners can savor special prix fixe menus for brunch ($25), lunch ($25), and/or dinner ($42 or $59). Click the link below to see who's serving up great Restaurant Week deals, enjoy it while it lasts!



To see the Restaurant Week Menus, click here!

First Supper Club of 2024

We are so excited to announce that the Lakeview East Supper Club is back for 2024! Inspired by Chicago Restaurant Week, the Lakeview East Supper Club teams up with a local restaurant, and we curate an experience for a low cost. The first Supper Club of the year is going to be with the wine geniuses over at Barrel Cheese and Wine!



Tuesday, February 6th, at 6 pm

3 Small Plates with Wine Pairings

$35 per person

Tasting Menu for the Evening:

Course One: Muhammara

Red bell pepper, walnuts, bread crumbs, pomegranate dressing

Course Two: Feta Spread

Feta cheese, Laban yogurt, lemon zest, olive oil



Course Three: Salmon Tartare

Smoked salmon, capers, Dijon, olive oil, lemon juice, toasted bread

Valentine's Day Guide

Ready to kick procrastination to the curb with your New Year's resolution? Planning ahead is the key to romance! Check out our guide for the top spots to snag gifts and create unforgettable experiences for your significant other. Plus, score sweet restaurant deals to treat your special someone! No Valentine this year? No worries! Gather your girls and celebrate Galentine's Day like Leslie Knope would.

Black History Month

Tomorrow, February 1st, marks the first day of Black History Month! Let's kick off the month by embracing the spirit of empowerment. Actively support and celebrate Black-owned businesses right here in the neighborhood! These businesses and their leaders are integral parts of the Lakeview East Community, and we are honored to have their thriving businesses in our neighborhood.

Learn More about the LVE Featured Black Owned Businesses Here

Dates: Friday, February 9 to Saturday, March 30, 2024 

Location: N. Clark Street from W. Newport Avenue to W. Buckingham Place

W. Roscoe Street from N. Sheffield Avenue to east of the CTA Tracks

Work Hours: 7am-7pm; Weekdays and Weekends (Continuous 24/7 street closure)

Work Activity: Drilled Shaft Installation, Track Substructure Construction, Structural Steel Erection, Sewer Reconstruction, Roadway Reconstruction, Bus Pad Installation & Sidewalk Reconstruction

Local Impact:    

N. Clark Street

• N. Clark Street from W. Newport Avenue to W. Buckingham Place will be closed to all vehicular traffic.
• The sidewalk on the west side of N. Clark Street, south of W. Roscoe Street, will be closed until the work activity is completed.
• The sidewalk on the east side of N. Clark Street will remain open at all times.
• Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times.

W. Roscoe Street

• W. Roscoe Street from N. Sheffield Avenue to east of the CTA tracks will be closed to all vehicular traffic.
• The sidewalk on the south side of W. Roscoe Street, west of N. Clark Street, will be closed until the work activity is completed.
• The sidewalk on the north side of W. Roscoe Street will remain open at all times.
• Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times.
• The alley on the south side of W. Roscoe Street, just east of the CTA Tracks, will remain accessible.
• There will be noise while work is being performed. Noise will include:
• General construction noise
• Noise and vibration from drilling and hauling material
• Noise from crane lifting and setting equipment
• Loud noise from roadway and sidewalk demolition
• Beeping from backup alarms construction equipment and vehicles
• Flagging horns 

The Department of Planning and Development is accepting applications for Community Development Grants of more than $250,000 until February 16, 2024.  

DPD is periodically accepting applications for grant funding to support local commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing development. All are welcome to apply. City staff will prioritize projects in areas of Chicago where there is a history of disinvestment or limited private investment.

Eligibility

Grant funding can be used for pre-development, construction, or renovation costs for permanent capital improvement projects.

Open to community developers, business owners and entrepreneurs, and property owners. Site control is preferred, but not required.

Residential-only development is not eligible, but mixed-use projects are eligible.

Priority will be given to catalytic projects with a strong local impact, that are able to leverage local talents, capacities, and institutions to strengthen and contribute to the community.

Applicants from all areas of Chicago are eligible to apply. Priority will be given for projects in historically disinvested areas as well as projects that build upon existing efforts, such as the City's INVEST South/West initiative and community safety initiatives.

Priority will be given to projects that demonstrate momentum and are expected to break ground within six months of acceptance into this grant program. 

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. The current funding round is accepting applications until February 16th, 2024.

Sign up for the Webinar for more information:

Upcoming webinar 

February 1, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.  

Register Here  

Community Development Grants support small businesses, nonprofits, and property owners for local commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing development. 

Interested businesses and nonprofits can learn more and apply here.

Drum roll, please! We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 Applications for the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts are NOW OPEN! The deadline to apply is March 1st. The Festival is taking place next year on September 14-15th! The Festival of the Arts is the largest event we throw all year, and we always have a fabulous lineup of artists. Apply to be in the 2024 show by using the link below.

COMING SOON

Steingold's of Chicago | 3630 N Clark

Crumbl Cookies | 1111 W. Addison

The Catcade | 624 W. Belmont

Cumin | 1039 W Belmont

Amazon Fresh | 3179 N Clark

La Perla Chicago | 3166 N Clark

Hair by Nadezda | 2903 N Broadway Floor 1

NOW OPEN

Amici | 3933 N Broadway

Broadway Pizza | 3121 N Broadway

Fox Training Studio | 3109 N Broadway

Tin Roof | 3519 N Clark

Foursided Custom and Antique Framing | 2959 N Clark St.

Plageman Agency Inc - American Family Insurance | 3257 N. Sheffield Ave

Yu & Associates Collaborative | 3121 N. Halsted

Saints & Angels Healing Through Sound | 639 W Diversey

Tulip's Tea on Tuesday | 828 W Grace

Super Bowl Sunday

Who will you be rooting for on February 11th? The Kansas City Chiefs or the San Francisco 49ers? Taylor Swift or Usher? Super Bowl Sunday is one of America's favorite unofficial holidays, and Wrigleyville is gearing up for the big game. Numerous neighborhood watch parties are set to kick off, along with exclusive catering deals to elevate your game day experience!

Read all about it, here.

Fat Tuesday at NOLA Bar & Kitchen

Get ready to jazz up your Fat Tuesday right here in the heart of Wrigleyville! NOLA Bar and Kitchen is bringing the vibrant spirit of New Orleans to Chicago, and on February 13th, they're turning up the volume for an extra special Mardi Gras celebration. For just $35, you can revel in a three-course prix fixe dinner at NOLA, channeling the lively vibes of Bourbon Street. Live music will be the cherry on top, ensuring you have a blast as you let the good times roll!

Menu

Gumbo

Shrimp Etouffee

N'awlins BBQ Shrimp

Braised Chicken w/ Red Bean & Rice

Beignets

Take it Big Easy on Fat Tuesday, and celebrate without leaving town!

Trivia Nights in Wrigleyville

Get ready to unleash your inner competitor because the game is on! Wrigleyville is the place to be for trivia enthusiasts, with Trivia Night happening almost every single day. Test the limits of your knowledge, challenge your friends, and seize the opportunity to win fantastic prizes that will leave you cheering for more! Many restaurants and bars offer exclusive food and drink deals to trivia contestants, so come ready to eat, drink, and play!

Check out all the BACP Webinars Here!

City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers

Certificate Categories

February 7th 2024, 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.

Register Here

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