Hello neighbors,
On Monday, Mayor Lightfoot introduced her FY 2022 budget proposal for the public's and the City Council's consideration. You can review high-level and detailed descriptions of the proposal here. Beginning today and extending through Friday, October 8th, I will be participating in day-long budget hearings during which the heads of our various city departments will describe their budgetary and operational priorities for FY 2022 and answer questions. In addition to core constituent services including (but not limited to) tree trimming, rodent abatement, garbage collection, and resurfacing, I will pay close attention to the policy issues on which my office's recent town halls have focused: housing, the environment, child care, and domestic violence.
Earlier this week, I participated in a monthly check-in with our city's Department of Planning & Development. We discussed the Department's ongoing work on its Western Ave corridor study, as well as potential improvements to the Western Ave Brown Line plaza. The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, which is leading community discussions and planning around these improvements, recently released a second survey that you can take here. I also met with the Commissioner for our city's Department of Streets & Sanitation, during which I highlighted residents' concerns about issues ranging from garbage can replacement and street sweeping to tree trimming and the emptying of public trash bins.
On Wednesday, the City Council's Rules Committee on which I serve held the first in a series of public hearings about the decennial ward remap. I also toured the grounds of McPherson Elementary with the school's principal and local school council chair to discuss potential field-related improvements using state capital funds. In addition, I attended a roundtable with our ward's Youth Council, State Senator Sara Feigenholtz, and State Representative Ann Williams to discuss the Clean Energy Jobs Act -- the landmark piece of environmental legislation that the General Assembly recently passed and Governor Pritzker subsequently signed.
Due to higher-than-expected winds, tonight's Revival Film Festival will be rescheduled to next Friday, October 1 at 7 p.m. You can learn more about the festival here. If the weather cooperates, it will be held in the Ainslie Arts Plaza (near the intersection of Lawrence and Western). If the weather is poor, the festival will be held virtually.
I hope you all have a restful and enjoyable weekend. If you venture out of your home and go indoors, please take care to wear a mask, consistent with the Mayor's and the Governor's public health guidelines.. And if you haven't done so already, please consider scheduling a time to get your flu shot. My office is coordinating with local senior centers to host flu shot clinics next week, and will be hosting our own community health and wellness fair on Saturday, October 30 at Sulzer Library, for those who need shots.
Yours in service,
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Revival Film Fest - RESCHEDULED
Due to higher-than-expected winds, tonight's Revival Film Festival will be rescheduled to next Friday, October 1 at 7 p.m. If the weather cooperates, it will be held in the Ainslie Arts Plaza (near the intersection of Lawrence and Western). If the weather is poor, the festival will be held virtually.
This is a chance to watch amazing short films created by local filmmakers while enjoying popcorn, movie candies, and an alcoholic beverage (if you partake) at the new Ainslie Arts Plaza, located at Ainslie and Lincoln.
We know that the last year and a half has been challenging for many, and uniquely so for many who work in arts and culture fields. We hope this film festival is a fun way to come together with family and friends at an outdoor event to spotlight and celebrate local artists.
We're proud to host the film fest in collaboration with Alderman Vasquez, the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, the Davis Theater, and the OpenWall arts committee. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and the program will begin at 7 p.m. Feel free to bring a blanket and get cozy in the Adirondak chairs provided by the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, or spread out on the lawn.
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Community Shred-a-Thon and Latex Paint Recycling
Bring your sensitive documents to this FREE event, sponsored by 47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin; Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer; State Sens. Sara Feigenholtz and Mike Simmons; and State Reps. Greg Harris and Ann Williams.
The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, October 2 in the Jewel parking lot at 4250 N Lincoln, located across from the ward office. If you are not vaccinated, please wear a mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines. Please remove large staples, paper clips, binder clips, laminate covers, etc. Do not bring junk mail, glossy magazines or other paper that is not sensitive and does not require shredding. Please limit to 2 boxes if possible; we reserve the right to reject oversized items. You must remain until your items are shredded in case there are items that can't be accepted.
Paint Recycling with Earth Paint: We're also excited to partner with Earth Paint, which will be on hand for the event! Bring your unwanted paint and Earth Paint will collect and recycle the paint. Please note: there is a small, tax-deductible fee associated with donating the paint that goes toward processing it and paying employees who are all differently abled. Learn more at earthpaint.org. The fees are:
- Quarts $2.50
- Gallons $5
- Buckets $18
- Spray cans $2
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Ward Office Collection Drives
Alderman Martin is proud to support the following supply drives by making the 47th Ward service office a collection site that will benefit these wonderful organizations. Please bring items to ward office, 4243 N Lincoln Ave., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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North Side Housing Shoe Drive
Sept. 10-Oct. 29
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LGBTQI+ Youth Essentials Drive
Sept. 10-Oct. 15
Donate essential items such as underwear, toiletries, towels and more to benefit five Black & Brown grassroots-led organizations in Chicago serving youth and their families. See a full list of items and more information here.
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Diaper Need Awareness Week
Sept. 27-Oct. 3
Donate diapers to benefit Share Our Spare and support families in need. Size 4-6 diapers and pull-ups are most needed. If you can't drop off diapers, you may also purchase them directly at this link. |
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47th Ward Health and Wellness Fair
Our Health and Wellness Fair is returning this year, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Sulzer Library, 4455 N Lincoln.
Ald. Martin is partnering with the Department of Public Health to host a flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic, and we'll have other health screenings and resources on hand during the event, including blood pressure screenings, "ask the doctor" consultations, mental health services and more.
Flu shots will be available for all ages, and COVID shots are available to anyone 12 years or older (subject to change if the FDA authorizes use for children under 12). While walk-ins are welcome, the Department of Public Health recommends that individuals sign up for an appointment to save time at the event.
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City Budget Proposal 2022
On Monday, Mayor Lightfoot introduced the 2022 budget proposal. Read the budget proposal and find more information at the links below:
Over the next two weeks, City Council will hold daily hearings with all city departments to discuss the 2022 budget proposal and question department leaders about city services. The hearings will be streamed live on the City Clerk's website, ChiCityClerk.org. Hearings will begin at 9 a.m. each day and typically last until 5 p.m. or later. Next week's hearing calendar is below, and you can view the full calendar on Legistar.
Monday 9/27
- City Clerk
- City Treasurer
- License Appeal Commission
- Department of Family and Support Services
Tuesday 9/28
- Administrative Hearings
- Board of Election Commissioners
- Department of Human Resources
Wednesday 9/29
- Animal Care and Control
- Department of Procurement
- Department of Aviation
Thursday 9/30
- Board of Ethics
- Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
- Civilian Office of Police Accountability
- Department of Public Health
Friday 10/1
- Office of Emergency Management and Communication
- Department of Water Management
- Department of Assets, Information and Services
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Senior Flu Shot Events
The city's senior centers are hosting free flu vaccine clinics this month, including two in the 47th Ward. COVID-19 vaccines will also be offered. The local events include:
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Tuesday, Sept. 28 — North Center Senior Center, 4040 N Oakley, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Wednesday, Sept. 29 — NE Levy Senior Center, 2019 W Lawrence, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
To download the citywide schedule, click here. Please bring your insurance card if you have one. Seniors without insurance may still receive a flu shot for free. Questions? Contact the Department of Family and Support Services at 312-744-4016 or [email protected].
Walk-in clinics for all ages: There is also a walk-in clinic at 845 W Wilson open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday. Learn more here.
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Protect Chicago 77 Vaccine Pledge
Mayor Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Public Health announced Protect Chicago 77 – a new, citywide community engagement campaign to ensure that at least 77% of all Chicago residents ages 12 and up have started their COVID-19 vaccination series by the end of the year. All Chicagoans are encouraged to take the Protect Chicago 77 pledge, promising to do their part to Protect Chicago and help the city recover from the pandemic.
We're happy to report that the 47th Ward is well on its way to meeting this goal! Of the four community areas that overlap with the ward, here are the latest figures:
- Lake View: 73.6% fully vaccinated, 78% at least one dose
- Lincoln Square: 73.9% fully vaccinated, 78% at least one dose
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North Center: 78.8% fully vaccinated, 83.3% at least one dose (TIED for highest full vaccination rate among all community areas!)
- Uptown: 71.2% fully vaccinated, 76.7% at least one dose
Currently, more than 1.6 million – or 72.4% – of Chicagoans age 12 and up have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines are widely available at pharmacies, health care facilities, and through special events across the city at no cost to the public. Through CDPH’s Protect Chicago At Home program, anyone 12 and over can receive a vaccination in their home. No insurance or government ID is required to receive a free COVID-19 vaccination anywhere. To learn more, go to Chicago.gov/COVIDvax or call 312-746-4835.
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Construction Updates
To receive updates on major construction projects in the ward or to share questions and concerns, please email [email protected].
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Irving Park Resurfacing
The contractor has cut concrete at corners where they will be replacing ADA ramps along Irving Park. They've now begun removing the first corners for replacement. It will take them several days to remove, frame, and pour each corner. They are starting on the south side at California moving east to Ravenswood (a couple of weeks), before switching to the north side and making their way back west (another couple of weeks).
Foster Arterial Resurfacing
All concrete curb work and utility adjustments are now complete ahead of asphalt work. The contractor plans to remove the existing asphalt on Foster east of Clark on Wednesday 9/29 and Thursday 9/30. Parking restrictions will be posted along the length of the street.
Greenview/Janssen Water Main
Crews have completed the final connection of the new Greenview water main at Irving Park. The water main installation project on Greenview, Janssen, and Byron is complete! Over the next few weeks, restoration crews will work on curbs, alley aprons, and ADA ramps before final asphalt paving of the impacted blocks.
Peoples Gas on Western Ave.
Peoples Gas is on track to complete the final service transfers on the 4600 block of Lincoln this week. This will allow them to finally begin restoring sidewalks on this block in the next few weeks.
Peoples Gas is also planning to retire the old gas mains on certain blocks of Giddings, Leavitt, and Leland. This involves crews digging into the street to access the old main and fully disconnect it – No Parking signs will be posted for that work. Once that work is done, final asphalt restoration will be the only work left on each of those blocks.
Peoples Gas crews are still digging in Western Ave between Western Ave and Gunnison, directing traffic appropriately.
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Western/Cuyler Water Main
Department of Water Management crews are continuing work on the 2400 block of Cuyler before they begin testing the new main late next week. Starting next week, a second crew will move to Western and begin staging on Berteau east of Western.
They will spend most of the week prepping for the water main replacement on the east side of Western between Irving Park and Montrose. Traffic management, which will reduce northbound Western along that stretch to just one lane, may be put in place late next week (more likely early the following week). Parking restrictions will be posted accordingly.
Clark Arterial Resurfacing
Clark has been paved and striped. The contractor is reinstalling paint-and-post bump-outs at specified corners. They expect to begin stamping red crosswalks next week, which should take 2-3 weeks.
Carmen & Winona Sewer Replacement
The sewer work is fully complete, with the main outstanding item being the asphalt repaving of the Carmen and Winona where the dig took place. The rainy weather has put the paving on hold until late next week. Peoples Gas is currently restoring impacted sidewalks and alley aprons along Carmen west of Glenwood and Winona east of Glenwood.
CDOT has requested that the contractor hold back on some concrete and asphalt restoration at the intersections of Glenwood & Winona and Glenwood & Carmen. A fiberoptics contractor is scheduled to dig in that area shortly and they will be responsible for final paving and concrete restoration of those areas.
Leland/Ravenswood Metra Work
Crews have completed the storm sewer work under the Metra tracks at Leland and poured brand new sidewalks. The asphalt repaving of the intersection of Leland & Ravenswood was delayed by this week's rainy weather; crews intend to complete that work tomorrow Saturday 9/25.
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Divvy Bike Expansion Survey
Divvy is expanding the number of stations throughout the city to increase convenient access to more bikes and parking options, and we want to hear from you.
You're invited to participate in an online survey to provide feedback on proposed stations in your area and suggest new locations. Take the survey here.
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Which City Services Should OIG Audit?
The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent, nonpartisan watchdog for Chicago taxpayers. OIG’s Audit & Program Review (APR) section reviews City programs, issues public reports, and makes recommendations to improve City services.
OIG is seeking your input on city programs and priorities for improvement. Your feedback will inform which projects appear on APR’s 2022 Annual Plan. Please see the draft plan here for more details on these proposed projects, which include audits of street resurfacing and maintenance, street sweeping, water billing accuracy and more. Take the survey here.
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Western Avenue North SBIF
The Western Avenue North TIF District is opening applications to the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) program on Friday, Oct. 1 until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1.
The SBIF program uses revenue from TIF districts to help owners of commercial and industrial properties to repair or remodel their facilities for their own business or on behalf of tenants.Tenant businesses are also eligible to apply on their own. Program participants can receive grants up to to $150,000 for commercial properties and $250,000 for industrial properties. The grants are administered by SomerCor on the City's behalf and do not have to be repaid.
The city's Department of Planning and Development will host an informational webinar with SomerCor to review program requirements and the application process, including an overview of program changes adopted last year by City Council. The webinar is at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6. Register here.
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The 47th Ward Green Council is a collection of 47th Ward community members from a multitude of backgrounds that advocates for strong environmental policies in the City of Chicago and develops local initiatives to educate and organize residents about environmental sustainability. It is convened by Ald. Matt Martin to help advise his office on environmental priorities, develop sustainable initiatives in the 47th Ward, and promote existing programs from community groups throughout the ward. See below for events organized by the Green Council and other environmentally minded groups in the area.
Do you want to get involved with the Green Council? We have several working groups that are planning various events and initiatives. We communicate in between meetings via Google Groups that allows you to set how frequently you hear from others. If you'd like to join a working group's Google Group, email [email protected].
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Northcenter Recycling Pop-up
The Northcenter Neighborhood Association's Recycling Pop-up event will be 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 25 this month at the Northcenter Town Square.
NNA collects common household items not otherwise accepted by the city's recycling programs, such as cookware, crayons, sneakers and more! View a list of all items accepted and learn how you can volunteer on the NNA website.
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Welles Park Cleanup
The Welles Park Advisory Council hosts a monthly cleanup event sponsored by the Chicago Parks Foundation. The next cleanup is at 9 a.m. this Saturday, September 25, and it runs monthly on the fourth Saturday. The foundation provides tools and supplies; you just need to show up! RSVP here. Meet at the east entrance to the nature play area by the tennis courts.
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Clark Park Nature Play Fundraiser
The Nature Play Space at Clark Park is a long planned and anticipated new feature of the park. The Clark Park Advisory Council is hosting a fundraiser from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13 at Metropolitan Brewing, 3057 N Rockwell.
A $50 donation includes one draft beer/soft drink from Metropolitan Brewing, a box dinner catered by Honey Butter Fried Chicken, one raffle ticket and an evening cruise courtesy of the Chicago Electric Boat Company. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. Purchase your ticket here.
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47th Ward Recycle-Palooza
Refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle. Alderman Martin and the 47th Ward Green Council are excited to partner with the Northcenter Neighborhood Association to bring you the 47th Ward Recycle-Palooza!
To cap off a successful first year of NNA's monthly recycling pop-up, we're bringing even more resources and recycling streams to the Northcenter Farmers Market on Saturday, October 16 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Many thanks to the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce for allowing this event to take place in the footprint of the farmers market, and to our sponsors: Alderman Matt Martin, the Northcenter Neighborhood Association, Rep. Ann Williams, Sen. Sara Feigenholtz and MWRD Commissioner Kimberly du Buclet.
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Western CTA Station Area Study
We're working with the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (LSRCC) to make improvements to the Western CTA Plaza area. In the 2019 Lincoln Square Master Plan, this area was evaluated for conceptual design improvements to promote public places, business vitality and to improve multi-modal connections in and around the station area.
LSRCC conducted an initial community survey, receiving more than 1,400 responses, and now they're issuing a second survey to delve further into design issues and community preferences. Take Poll #2 here.
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CAPS Beat Meetings This Month
The 2021 CAPS beat meeting schedules for police beats in the 47th Ward are posted on our website here. The 19th District covers most of the 47th Ward (everything south of Lawrence) while the 20th District includes parts of the ward north of Lawrence.
View the district webpages to see more recent crime data and communications from the local district. Crime data is posted publicly one week after the date of the incident on the City Data Portal.
All beat meetings will be held virtually until further notice. All meetings are at 6:30 p.m. Please contact the district office at 312-744-0064 or [email protected] to receive Zoom login information or consult this PDF schedule. The 19th District held its CAPS meetings over the past couple of weeks and the next meetings will be in November.
All beat meetings will be held virtually until further notice. All meetings are at 7pm. Please contact the district office at 312-742-8770 or [email protected] to receive Zoom login information. Upcoming meetings include:
- September 28 - Beat 2031 (Lawrence to Foster | Chicago River to Leavitt)
- September 29 - Beat 2032 (Lawrence to Foster | Leavitt to Clark)
- October 6 - Beat 2033 (Lawrence to Foster | Clark to Winthrop)
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CPD Entrance Exams
The Chicago Police Department today announced it will host in-person police officer entry exams at all City Colleges of Chicago locations on select dates in October and December. Individuals who are between the ages of 18 and 39 are eligible to apply for the exam.
Those interested in becoming a Chicago Police officer can register for these exams in advance online through the CPD website, or in-person on the exam dates. Applicants who register in advance will receive access to a study guide. These applicants will also be guaranteed a seat at the exam, as space is limited. Learn more and apply here.
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Andersonville Homecoming Festival
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Andersonville Homecoming, a three-night, two-day outdoor festival featuring live entertainment, local artisans and merchants, food and drink vendors, free kids’ activities and more!
The end-of-summer celebration will be held Friday, September 24 through Sunday, September 26, 2021 on Clark St. between Catalpa Ave. and Summerdale Ave. Hours: Friday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Admission to the event is a $10 suggested donation at the gate, with proceeds benefiting the work of the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. For everyone’s safety, The Chamber recommends that all attendees be fully vaccinated within 48 hours of the festival. For live updates on performance times, entertainment and more, visit the Andersonville Homecoming Page.
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Lycee Oui Run Virtual 5K
Join Lycee Francais de Chicago for "zee" most fabulous race in Chicago! The now virtual 2021 "Oui" Run 5K will take place on Sunday, September 26.
Choose your own route and start time. Run solo or with your family. Track and submit your time. All while wearing your awesome "Oui" Run tech shirt! Register here.
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Virtual Aldermanic Roundtable
Join the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, September 28 from 8:30-10 a.m. as we welcome 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack, 44th Ward Alderman Tom Tunney, and 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin for our virtual 2021 Aldermanic Roundtable.
This roundtable event will allow businesses to hear directly from local representatives about issues that matter to them. Topics for discussion include the state of small businesses in Lakeview and Roscoe Village, the challenges and benefits of running a business in Chicago, and upcoming developments scheduled for both neighborhoods. RSVP now. A zoom link will be provided upon submission of the RSVP form.
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Taste of Uptown Dinner Crawl
The 5th Annual Taste of Uptown is an event that celebrates Uptown’s amazing cultural and culinary diversity. The event is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
This restaurant crawl will feature small bites and samplings from Uptown eateries. Participants will receive a passport and stroll from restaurant to restaurant along the Broadway and Argyle business corridors, enjoying samples at various locations.
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Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest
We are so very excited to bring Apple Fest back to Lincoln Square this year! Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 3, we'll be celebrating all things apple, and we hope you'll join us!
While some things will still be different this year, we are looking forward to safely celebrating the change of the seasons with delicious apple inspired food and beverages, including caramel apples and apple pie slices. We'll have live entertainment and some of Lincoln Square and Ravenswood's favorite small businesses selling their wares.
For the complete list of vendors, food menus, beverages, stage line ups and more visit lsrcc.org/apple-fest.
Volunteers are needed more than ever to help us make the return of Apple Fest go as smoothly as possible. If you're able and willing to help, we still have a large need of volunteers over the course of the festival. Please click here to view shift information.
Street closure information: Lincoln Avenue will close to traffic at approximately 5am on Saturday morning to begin set-up for the event. The street will be re-opened late Sunday evening. The public parking lot at Lincoln and Leland will be closed to vehicles, but the lot at Leland and Western will remain open for the entirety of the weekend. Traffic on Leland and Eastwood Avenues will be limited to local residential traffic only. Traffic along Lincoln Avenue will be restricted between Lawrence and Wilson Avenues. CTA buses will always have access to the Western Avenue Station during the weekend. See a diagram of the event footprint here.
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Midnight Circus in the Parks
Midnight Circus in the Parks brings a safe, spectacular series of High-Flying, Open-Air performances to parks all across Chicago, and it's returning to Welles Park on Saturday, October 9!
There will be three performances on October 9 at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Tickets will be available at 9 a.m. Monday, October 4. Get tickets here.
Volunteers needed: Welles Park is in need of volunteers for concession sales. Volunteers must be 16 years and older. All volunteers must complete a volunteer waiver onsite. For volunteers under the age of 18, the waiver can be emailed upon request (parents must sign). Sign up to volunteer here.
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Andersonville Wine Walk
Join the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce on October 3 for the return of the Annual Andersonville Wine Walk, a Sunday afternoon of shopping and sipping in a beautiful historic district!
All attendees will receive a commemorative wine tasting glass and route card to help direct you on a self-guided stroll throughout the neighborhood shops. Wine selections have been generously curated once again by In Fine Spirits and other participating businesses. Participants may choose from two routes: Cork and Bottle. Check-in is located outdoors between the US Bank and The Clark at 5340 N Clark. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Ravenswood Front Yard Free-Cycle
Neighbors are encouraged to place any clean & usable items they no longer have a use for in front of their residences for a two-day exchange of free items. In the spirit of the Ravenswood Free Box- participants and attendees must live within the established boundaries: within 2 blocks of Damen, Clark, Foster & Montrose.
This event is a time to meet your neighbors and find new treasures—without the exchange of any funds. This event is about reduce, reuse, and recycle and is replacing the 2021 Ravenswood Neighbors Garage Sale, no money should be exchanged and social distancing should be strictly adhered to.
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Common Pantry Seeking Volunteer Delivery Drivers
Common Pantry, located at 3744 N Damen Ave, is looking for a few volunteer drivers to help with the senior home delivery program. Volunteers are needed on call during weekdays for one time emergency deliveries, as well as for monthly deliveries on the second Saturday morning of the month. All volunteers must have access to a car and wear a mask while making deliveries. This can be a fun volunteer opportunity for families to do together! For more information about how to get involved, please contact Abby Greaney, Program Manager at Common Pantry at [email protected]. Thank you for your support!
Affordable Wheelchair Accessible Unit Available at Silent Cooperative
There is a wheelchair accessible unit available in the Silent Cooperative Apartments, 2500 W Belmont. This subsidized building for people with disabilities caps rent at 30% of gross income and includes accessible shower/toilet, kitchen cabinets, stove and sinks. Units are approximately 600 SF. For more information, please contact Silent Cooperative Apartments at (773) 935-0640.
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Argyle Night Music
On Thursdays in September, Uptown United is bringing weekly live outdoor entertainment to Argyle Street featuring musical, cultural, and youth performances. The street will be shut down from Kenmore to Sheridan to allow for outdoor dining (and dancing if the mood strikes you) while enjoying live music.
Visitors are encouraged to support Uptown’s local restaurants by either dining alfresco at the restaurants along Argyle, or by ordering take-out from nearby restaurants to bring with them to the event. Check out the Uptown Food Guide to help you choose your takeout options each Thursday!
Guests are welcome to bring their own portable chairs and tables to set up in the street, or take advantage of a limited number of seats set-up for the event. See the full lineup here.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training for Small Businesses
As part of the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce's focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in 2021, we have patterned with sr4 to host a virtual four-part training series for small business owners looking to incorporate DEI into their business model and workplace.
Join us on October 5, 12, 19, and 26 from 8:30-10 a.m. via Zoom. Click here for more information and registration links.
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HOLS State of the Neighborhood
Join Heart of Lincoln Square at the Davis Theater from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Davis Theater to hear how your government representatives are working hard for you in Chicago, Springfield, and DC!
Confirmed guests include Ald. Andre Vasquez, Ald. Matt Martin, Commissioner Bridget Gainer, State Rep. Ann Williams, State Sen. Mike Simmons, and Congressman Mike Quigley! Register to attend here.
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Southport Neighborhood Yard Sale
The Southport Neighbors Association (SNA) is hosting its first neighborhood yard sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 16-17. The sale takes place in the SNA boundaries: Addison to Irving Park and Ashland to Clark.
To register to sell or to learn more, go here.
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Wednesday Night Live - Halloween Edition
The offices of 40th Ward Ald. Andre Vasquez and 47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin are joining forces to bring some ghoulish fun to Wednesday Night Live on October 20! The evening will start off with pumpkin decorating at 5 p.m. thanks to the generosity of HarvesTime Foods (while supplies last).
The costume contest will kick-off at 5:30 p.m., with winners announced prior to the start of the movie. Prizes will be awarded for the following categories:
- Best Overall Costume: Children and Adults
- Scariest Costume: Children
- Most Creative Costume: Children
- Best Group Costume: Children and/or Adults
Following this fun will be a screening of Hocus Pocus! Learn more here and see all Halloween Happenings in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood here.
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Lincoln Avenue Beer Stroll
Taste Chicago's craft beer scene as businesses along Lincoln Avenue transform into tasting destinations! This Halloween-themed ticketed event includes beer samples from local breweries at popular shops along Lincoln Ave.
This event features two routes, with 20 local businesses participating and over 30 different types of craft beer to try on each route. The event is from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Northcenter Community Survey
The Northcenter Neighborhood Association (NNA) is conducting a survey to better understand our community’s perceptions, needs, and desires. We want to hear from you! Your input will ensure we are serving you and the collective community in a meaningful way, today and moving forward. This will take you approximately 15 minutes. All personal information will be kept confidential, and responses will be used to help us better align our mission with your needs.
NNA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization serving the residents of the Northcenter neighborhood in Chicago. Northcenter is bordered by Montrose Ave to the north, Addison to the south, Ravenswood to the east, and the Chicago River to the west. Please take our survey so that we can work to better serve you! The first 50 respondents will be entered to win a gift card to their favorite local business. Take the survey here.
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Journey Chicago
Journey Chicago, a citywide intercultural festival of art, ideas and performances happening throughout September and October across Chicago’s neighborhoods, suburbs and online. Events are organized by cultural heritage institutions and centers, all members of the Chicago Cultural Alliance.
All events are open to the public. These events are a great opportunity for Chicagoans to learn about cultures outside their own, participate in fun and enriching cultural activities, and strengthen our communities. Most events are free. The schedule of events can be found at JourneyChicago.org.
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Farmers Market Information
The 47th Ward has a bountiful selection of farmers markets inside and near our ward boundaries. These markets provide environmental, economic, and social benefits to the community, and it’s a great way to support local, sustainable food systems.
Nearby markets include:
- Lincoln Square Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays and 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Thursdays
- Andersonville Farmers Market: 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Wednesdays
- Ravenswood Farmers Market: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Wednesdays
- Low-Line Market (Lakeview): 3:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Thursdays
- Northcenter Farmers Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays
- Roscoe Village Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays
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47th Ward Ald. Matt Martin | 773-868-4747
Office hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
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