6/27/2022: Real Estate Activity: Congress Theater, Laramie Bank - City Markets - New NWCC Board Member - Small Business Summer School - Summer Fun Fare -

Several key approvals for the Laramie State Bank building at 5200 W. Chicago Avenue have passed muster, moving the mixed-use redevelopment by Heartland Housing Alliance and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center partnership forward.

Click here and catch up on its progress Jack Crawford, Yimby Chicago 6/23/2022

Plans for a complete historic restoration of the Congress Theater at 2135 N. Milwaukee Avenue received approval from the City's Permit Review Committee. The project involves building out the ground-level retail and housing space without altering the existing layout and upgrading the mechanicals, including windows, ventilation and ductwork, electrical, plumbing, and roofing.

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A Chamber member for over 20 years, Joe Wilson is the newest addition to NWCC's Board of Directors. The principal of Joe Wilson State Farm Insurance Agency at 3246 W. North Avenue, Joe brings years of experience in insurance and law. A native of St. Louis, Missouri, and a VietNam veteran, we look forward to his input and expertise in guiding the Chamber.

Be a part of Chicago City Markets in neighborhoods across Chicago. Vendors, including food entrepreneurs and artisans, are invited to submit applications to sell fresh produce and locally sourced and made food products and goods for the 2022 Market Season. 

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In the world of small business ownership, learning never stops. There are endless topics to stay abreast of, from marketing trends to industry regulations. According to LinkedIn's 5th Annual Workplace Learning Report, more than half of surveyed workers believe that learning is the key to success.  

Check out the resources on the SBA Learning Platform

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7/12 - Joint Chamber Networking Luncheon

8/10 - Chicago Dogs Baseball Team

vs Gary SouthShore RailCats - Impact Field, Rosemont

9/15 - Annual Indian Boundary Golf Outing

co-sponsored with the Belmont Central Chamber of Commerce

NWCC Membership Renewals - 2nd Quarter 2022

Cook Brothers - Country Insurance (formerly Insuring Solutions) - De La Rosa & Associates - Elliot's Augusta Pizza & Grill - -En Las Tablas - European American Association - Hawthorne Race Course - Helpico Insurance - International Foods - Las Americas Jewelry - Logan Square Pest Control - McDonalds (3245 W. North) Midwest Fence - Parkside Food & Liquor - Raila & Associates - Second City Exteriors, Garages & Roofing - Seligman Animal Hospital - State Farm Insurance/ Jennifer Santiago - State Farm Insurance/Joe Wilson - Wintrust Bank...

Click to view NWCC's Membership Roster - Click here to view/download an application

Where to watch Firework City & 'burbs - Free Live Music in Navy Pier Beer Garden

Outdoor Summer Concerts around Chicago - Places for Berry Picking Near Chicago

21 Mini Golf Courses Chicago Families Love - Who Doesn't Love Ice Cream?

80+ Farmers’ markets in Chicago, 'burbs

6,000 sf for Lease - Click to learn more.

Retail, office, or venue space in Logan Square - Great location near Scofflaw, Moonlighter, Ground Control - Recently modified, turn-key, high ceiling space - Basement with additional 50% of clear span space - Rear room with 11.5’ metal garage Door -

750 sf outdoor space - Kitchen with appliances, cabinets - 2 bathrooms, inclusive of shower.

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