Welcome to the Lincoln Park Family Resource Guide! Inside, you'll find a goldmine of upcoming open houses at our fantastic local schools, top-notch health and wellness providers, and a cornucopia of fun fall activities to keep your family smiling all season long. | |
- Pre-School & Daycare
- Pre-K, Elementary & Middle School
- High School
- Tutoring
- After School Activities
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- Child Care
- Health & Wellness
- Family-Friendly Culture
- Halloween Events
- Photography
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Bright Horizons at Clybourn
At Bright Horizons, their Discovery Driven Learning® approach makes early learning an adventure. Visit them to find out how they nurture your child’s natural curiosity, focus on what interests them most, encourage learning through play, and help them get ready for school success.
Click here to schedule a visit.
Bright Horizons at Clybourn
1425 N. Dayton
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Creme de la Creme
Crème de la Crème understands the importance of early childhood development. For more than 10 years, their team has remained dedicated to providing your child with a positive learning environment where they can grow beyond measure.
Click here to schedule a tour.
Crème de la Crème
2230 N. Dominick
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Lincoln Park Cooperative Nursery School
Lincoln Park Cooperative Nursery School provides a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate program for preschool children, governed by a parent board and staffed by professional early childhood educators with assistance from parents and guardians.
Click here to schedule a tour.
Lincoln Park Cooperative Nursery School
1753 N. Fern
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Little Green Tree House
Little Green Tree House (LGTH) is a vibrant early childhood center that serves children between 6 weeks and 5 years of age. LGTH provides high quality care combined with a strong educational foundation and a focus on environmental consciousness.
Click here to schedule a tour.
Little Green Tree House
1929 N. Halsted
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Marillac St. Vincent Family Services
Your child’s personal wellbeing and development are their passion. Infant Toddler Specialists supervise their Birth to Three programs so your child is getting the most stimulating and nurturing care in their first three years.
Click here for enrollment information.
Marillac St. Vincent
2145 N. Halsted
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Park West Cooperative Nursery School
Founded by parents who wanted to be involved in their children's education, Park West has a strong tradition of community and a commitment to helping each child grow as an individual and as a member of a group.
Upcoming Open House Events.
Tuesday, November 14
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Friday, December 15
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Park West Cooperative Nursery School
2214 N. Bissell
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PRE-K, ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOLS | |
British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
British International School of Chicago is a private international school which enrolls children ages 2 – 11 years old from both local American families to families from around the globe.
In-Person Open House
Sunday, November 5
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
British International School of Chicago
814 W. Eastman
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Catherine Cook School
Catherine Cook School is a vibrant learning community that fosters curiosity, develops critical thinking, and inspires compassionate leadership for students in preschool through 8th grade.
Click here for upcoming Admission Events.
Catherine Cook School
226 W. Schiller
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LaSalle Language Academy
LaSalle's mission is to provide a rigorous, comprehensive education, an appreciation of diverse
cultures and languages, and opportunities to acquire effective communication skills.
Upcoming School Tour
Tuesday, October 3
4:00 p.m.
LaSalle Language Academy
1734 N. Orleans
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Marillac St. Vincent Family Services
Marillac St. Vincent's full day programs achieve the highest quality standards and their hours and services support caregivers who are working or in school. By enrolling your child in a high quality pre-kindergarten program like Marillac St. Vincent, they will have the tools they need for kindergarten readiness.
Learn more about enrollment.
Marillac St. Vincent
2145 N. Halsted
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Francis W. Parker School
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.
Lower School Open House
Saturday, October 21
10:00 a.m.
Francis W. Parker School
330 W. Webster
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Sacred Heart Schools
Sacred Heart Schools educates students Pre-School-8, to become active, informed, responsible citizens with a conviction to serve others and to shape a changing world.
Upcoming Preschool Tour
Tuesday, October 17
Upcoming Admissions Coffee
Friday, October 13
Friday, October 27
Sacred Heart Schools
6250 N. Sheridan
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Saint Clement School
Saint Clement is a Catholic elementary school, located in the heart of Lincoln Park, with a 100 plus year tradition of providing faith-based learning to children from PreK-3 to 8th grade.
Coffee & Tour
Tuesday, October 3
Tuesday, November 14
8:45 - 10:15 a.m.
Saint Clement School
2524 N. Orchard
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St. James Lutheran School
St. James Lutheran School offers preschool through 8th grade students innovative and engaging coursework in a Christ-centered environment that shapes their intellectual, spiritual, and physical well-roundedness.
Upcoming Virtual Admission Sessions.
Thursday, October 20
Thursday, November 17
St. James Lutheran School
2101 N. Fremont
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St. Josaphat School
St. Josaphat School is a welcoming, caring, faith-based community located in Lincoln Park. With a 130+ year history of Catholic education, St. Josaphat School educates over 380 students in Pre-K through eighth grade.
Schedule a tour.
Friday, October 6
Friday, November 3
Friday, December 1
St. Josaphat School
2245 N. Southport
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Francis W. Parker School
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.
Middle School Open House
Saturday, October 28
10:00 a.m.
Upper School Open House
Saturday, November 11
10:00 a.m.
Francis W. Parker School
330 W. Webster
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Fusion Academy Lincoln Park
Fusion Academy is ready to customize a full-time or part-time program for your middle or high school student in-person, online, or a hybrid of both. Their personalized, one-to-one approach provides a life-changing education experience right here in Lincoln Park.
Open House
Wednesday, October 11
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Fusion Academy Lincoln Park
1440 N. Dayton, Suite 104
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Lincoln Park High School
Lincoln Park is a college preparatory high school committed to excellence in all subjects and programs. Lincoln Park endeavors to involve students, faculty, staff, parents, and the community in a continuous process of academic improvement and cross curricular integration in a safe environment.
Open House
Saturday, October 14
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park High School
2001 N. Orchard
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Academic Approach
From acing that tough middle school math class to receiving that dream ACT/SAT score, Academic Approach's in-person and virtual personalized tutoring programs support students through every major educational milestone.
Academic Approach
342 W. Armitage
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Huntington Learning Center
Huntington Learning Center has more than 40 years of experience helping children meet their academic goals. They provide an assessment for all of their students to see where a student currently is and identify any gaps that need to be addressed.
Huntington Learning Center
1505 W. Fullerton
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Bel Air Martial Arts & Fitness
Bel Air Martial Arts & Fitness offers traditional martial arts programs as well as specialized Jiu-Jitsu classes for neurodivergent kids.
Bel Air Martial Arts & Fitness
2657 N. Clybourn, Suite 1B
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Goldfish Swim School – Lincoln Park
Goldfish Swim School fosters a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for kids ages 4 months to 12 years to learn how to swim.
Goldfish Swim School
1630 W. Medill
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GUS I Original Gus Giordano Dance School
The original Gus Giordano Dance School has been teaching the highest quality of dance instruction since 1953. Classes are offered in all styles: ballet, jazz, tap, modern, contemporary, hip hop, musical theater, pointe, ballroom & more.
GUS I Original Gus Giordano Dance School
5230 N. Clark
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Junior Chefs Kitchen
Junior Chefs Kitchen believes in increasing access to the essential health information of food and nutrition by empowering youth with cooking skills and healthy eating resources. Click here to learn more about their open house!
Junior Chefs Kitchen
2448 N. Lincoln
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Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is widely known for the best in kids programs – from sports like basketball to our PeeWee pre-school, from great day camps to super fun birthday parties, from swim lessons to family yoga.
Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
1320 W. Fullerton
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Little Kitchen Academy Lincoln Park
Little Kitchen Academy is a Montessori-inspired cooking academy for children ages 3 - 18.
Little Kitchen Academy Lincoln Park
1131 W. Armitage
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Lincoln Park Branch Library
Chicago Public Libraries serve all Chicagoans with free and open places to gather, learn, connect, read and be transformed. Visit the Lincoln Park Branch Library for books, events and more!
Lincoln Park Branch Library
1150 W. Fullerton
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Marillac St. Vincent
Marillac St. Vincent has invested resources into building robust programming for school-age kids to provide before and after school care.
Marillac St. Vincent
2145 N. Halsted
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North Side Archery Club
Chicago's premier archery club, offering archery classes and range access, including Lincoln Park Archery Range & our indoor range.
North Side Archery Club
2818 N. Halsted
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Old Town School of Folk Music
Founded in 1957, the Old Town School of Folk Music provides a wide range of music, dance, theater, and visual arts courses to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
Old Town School of Folk Music
909 W. Armitage
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The Paintbrush
The Paintbrush is a unique art studio for children ages 1 to 12 years (with occasional programming available for older kids and adults!).
The Paintbrush
2446 N. Clark
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Renzo Gracie Chicago
Renzo Gracie Chicago's mission is to empower and develop leadership characteristics by teaching kids work ethic, discipline, and teamwork through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Renzo Gracie Chicago
2727 N. Lincoln, Unit 2
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Rocket Club
Rocket Club is a STEAM career-discovery after-school program.
Rocket Club
1500 N. Halsted
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The Second City
Kids and Teens can take a class with The Second City too! They welcome all experience levels.
The Second City Training Center
1608 N. Wells
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Tutu School Lincoln Park
Tutu School is a whimsical boutique ballet school for toddlers and children.
Tutu School Lincoln Park
1015 W. Armitage
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Velocity Video
Velocity Video is a video school for ages 8-18 that enables creative expression through video production. Their curriculum is based on the professional experiences of our instructors.
Velocity Video
1210 W. Webster
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Otter
Otter offers quality kidcare, when you need it. Their options are designed to cater to both planned and unplanned schedule changes, with sitters available with as little as 2 hours notice.
Click here to set up an account.
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Amy Zier Associates
Since 1997, Amy Zier Associates has become one of the leading therapy specialty clinics focused on treating children with sensory integration disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, and learning and emotional challenges in the Chicagoland area.
Amy Zier Associates
2319 N. Orchard
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B.E.T.H. Services ABA Consulting
At B.E.T.H. Services, their behavior analysis and treatment plans apply the evidence-based principles established by Skinner to teach socially significant behaviors and skills. ABA is best known as a behavioral health intervention for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, as well as a variety of conditions.
B.E.T.H. Services ABA Consulting
2455 N. Halsted
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Dentistry for Children and Families
The mission of Dentistry for Children and Families is to provide the most complete and comfortable oral health care to the families of Lincoln Park and Chicagoland area. They aim to treat each and every patient as part of their family.
Dentistry for Children and Families
1721 N. Halsted
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Get It Straight Orthodontics
Get it Straight Orthodontics is welcoming, friendly, fun, and they treat their patients in a caring, professional, and gentle manner. Dr. Neil Warshawsky and their staff use advanced orthodontic treatments.
Get It Straight Orthodontics
3655 N. Ashland
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New Light at JPA
New Light is JPA’s group therapy practice, providing in-person and telehealth therapy for children, families, and adults. Their goal is to provide each client with individualized, compassionate, and culturally sensitive therapy.
New Light at JPA
1707 N. Halsted
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Lakeview Pediatrics
Your comfort and convenience are a priority at Lakeview Pediatrics, and they strive to make every visit to their office a positive experience.
Lakeview Pediatrics
1333 W. Belmont
Suite 310
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Lumiere Children's Therapy
Lumiere Children's Therapy is a full service, multidisciplinary pediatric therapy practice located in Chicago that serves the developmental needs of children from birth to 18 years of age.
Lumiere Children's Therapy
1500 N. Clybourn
Suite C-105
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Seder Orthodontics, LLC
Seder Orthodontics is dedicated to promoting healthy oral care and build confidence through orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults.
Seder Orthodontics, LLC
2535 N. Lincoln
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Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, publications, special events, and programming, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark
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Lincoln Park Zoo
The Lincoln Park Zoo offers a variety of youth programs for kids and teens to grow their passion for animals and nature. Their approach to learning prioritizes creating an environment that’s fun, collaborative, and inclusive.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2400 N. Cannon
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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
For over 165 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has connected people of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, fun family events, important conservation research and in-depth education programs, inspiring the wonder in all of us.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon
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Young People's Theatre of Chicago
Founded in 2021, Young People's Theatre of Chicago is in its second season of providing exciting and professional theatre for Chicago's young audiences!
Click here for upcoming performances.
Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 N. Lincoln
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Spooktacular returns for a full weekend of tricks and treats in Lincoln Park! Lincoln Avenue and Clark Street businesses will embrace the spooky season and transform into trick-or-treat stops. Join the haunted fun on Lincoln Avenue (Saturday, October 28) and Clark Street (Sunday, October 29) from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. each day to celebrate Halloween and collect delicious treats while exploring the neighborhood. | |
Spooktacular on Lincoln Avenue
Saturday, October 28
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Lincoln Avenue, between Wrightwood and Webster
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Spooktacular on Clark Street
Sunday, October 29
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Clark Street, between Armitage and Diversey and Diversey from Orchard to Lakeview
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Howler at Bauler with Lincoln Central Association
Known as "The Haunt of the Neighborhood”, Howler at Bauler is held each year during Halloween weekend in Bauler Park. Howler at Bauler includes a bouncy house, costume parade, games, candy, a DJ to dance to and more to local neighborhood children and families.
Saturday, October 28
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Bauler Park
501 W. Wisconsin
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State Rep. Croke's Pumpkin Giveaway and Canned Food Drive
Bring a canned good for Nourishing Hope Food Pantry to Howler at Bauler and get a (free!) pumpkin from State. Rep Margaret Croke.
Saturday, October 28
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Bauler Park
501 W. Wisconsin
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Chicago Costume Company
Shop costumes for Halloween and dress up throughout the year at Chicago Costume. Chicago Costume sells costumes, wigs, masquerade masks, theater makeup and so much more!
Chicago Costume
1120 W. Fullerton
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*play Toys & Books
In addition to kids' toys & books, gift registry and party-planning services and favors, *play Toys and Books has a selection of imaginative costumes perfect for Halloween.
*play Toys & Books
2462 N. Lincoln
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Classic Kids Photography
Classic Kids creates beautiful, professional memories that you and your family will treasure for a lifetime.
Classic Kids Photography
1003 W. Armitage
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LINCOLN PARK BUSINESS DIRECTORY | |
Searching for a specific Lincoln Park business or service? Or do you want to browse a certain category? Here’s how to find just what you’re looking for. Browse our directory to find information on all Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce members – area shops, restaurants, service providers and more serving the Lincoln Park neighborhood. | |
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce | 2468 N. Lincoln | Chicago, Illinois 60614 | | | | |