While the kids' summer vacation may be coming to an end, you may have run out of ideas to keep the kiddos occupied! Perhaps you have a friend with a little one visiting soon that is going to want to live it up Chicago-style. We have the perfect plans to fill up the last few weeks of summer vacation that will be sure to make this the best summer ever.

The 40th Northalsted Market Days is a weekend long live music street festival celebrating the community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview district. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages, 200+ unique vendors, arts, crafts, food and drink, DJs/dancing, and more!

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Paramont EO and Crest Lighting welcomed their neighborhood's newest mural! This colorful new addition to 3300 N. Sheffield was 4 years in the making and is a nod to Chicago’s skilled trade workers and their bright future. Be sure to snag a picture of this 2 story, over 100 foot long mural that's sure to bring a pop of color to the neighborhood.

Goldie's Flowers & Gifts joined the neighborhood and they are the perfect spot to pick up something green for your special someone! Originally located on Irving Park road, Goldie’s has moved to Broadway into a brand new space! This is a 3rd generation, women owned flower shop that has everything from low-key to lavish floral arrangements, and even plants if you're more of a green thumb! Be sure to stop in to bring something beautiful home!

We welcomed Open Books newest book drop box to the neighborhood! This is the perfect spot if you're in the thick of downsizing and want to help Chicago literacy programs! You can bring books, ANY books, for the drop box and the books will either be utilized for their literacy program or resold to fund their grant programs for literacy. To learn more about Open Books, click here

Nola Bar and Kitchen has expanded! Now bringing a slice of Bourbon Street to two storefronts on Clark Street! To welcome their expansion, they're hosting a party on August 12th from 7PM - 10PM that will showcase their newly expanded space. Laissez les bon temps rouler and stop by to see the newly upgraded space!

Big street festivals not the vibe? Enjoy sunshine and outdoor dining with Dine Out on Broadway! This relaxed, sun-soaked open streets program will return August 12th to August 14th. Only two dates remain so be sure to stop by before the season ends!

Friday: 3PM – 11 PM

Saturday: 9AM – 11PM

Sunday: 9AM – 10PM

Friday, August 12 – Sunday, August 14

Friday, September 16 – September 18

The Lakeview East Festival of the Arts will be taking over Broadway from Belmont to Hawthorne on September 10th & 11th! We have over 120 juried artists, culinary treats, a landscape oasis, family activities, street performers, and incredible local musicians lined up for this fun filled weekend! Mark your calendars now for this wonderful celebration of art, culture, and everything Lakeview East!

We are excited to announce that we are planning an Oktoberfest! We are partnering with Our Lady of Mount Carmel for a fun, music, and schnitzel-filled weekend on October 1st & 2nd! We'll will also be hosting a VIP Opening Night on September 30th from 6PM - 10PM! We're ready to party it up at a brew-tiful Oktoberfest with all of our neighbors! Mark your calendars for our newest event!

Green Day played a surprise show at the Metro on Friday! With only 48 hours notice, tickets sold out within mere seconds. Those lucky enough to snag tickets got to witness their career spanning 28 song set list. The band even performed "Wedding" and "Church on Sunday" which have not been performed live since 2001.

Some lucky Lolla goers got to see a fun tribute to our local music venue with Billy Joel Armstrong, the lead singer of Green Day, sporting a Metro shirt!

Hot diggity dog, Byron's turned 47! If you've been to this unforgettable late night hotdog & hamburger spot right by the Sheridan El Station, you may have been greeted by Brant and Sandy Lidman who have been married for the last 40 years and working together at Byron's for 30 years! This hot dog slinging power couple was recently featured in a Block Club Article. You can learn more about this neighborhood staple and the love that goes into every dish here.

Monkeypox (MPV) spreads from person to person in different ways. The main way it is currently spreading is through direct contact with a rash or sore on someone infected with MPV. It can also spread through clothing, bedding/linens, or other materials used by a person infected with MPV, or through respiratory secretions during prolonged, face-to-face contact.

Spread can occur during intimate activities, including:

The Lake View East Façade Incentive Program is designed to promote and revitalize the Lake View East Commercial retail buildings. It is managed by the Lake View East Chamber of Commerce and is funded solely by the Special Service Area (SSA) #8 and Special Service Area #17. Rebates are provided in recognition of the significant impact storefront improvements have on the appearance and marketing of the Lake View East commercial area.

+ wine tasting with Anderson Ganne Wines and Klinker Brick Winery

+ samples from a 6L bottle of Triennes rose

+ a pop-up shop from The Colette Collection (clothing boutique), Amelia's DragonGoddess Boutique (incense and perfumes), and Estella Novae & Co (jewelry and accessories).

+ bites from Chilam Balam

+ chair massages from Advanced Spine + Sports Care

Grab your gals or come solo and make some friends! They will also be announcing the recipient of the $2,600 BeyoU Ladies’ Fund, which is given annually to a female entrepreneur in need (selected by Nolita, President of Chicago Financial Women, Kim, Co-founder of Birch Road Club, and Nicole, Co-founder of Ama La Vida)!

Located just a “ball toss” away from Wrigley Field, Mordecai (3632 N. Clark St) will be celebrating International Beer Day on Friday, August 5th by cheering on the Chicago Cubs with draft, packaged, and neighborhood beer in hand. Whether sipping a crisp lager from Bucktown’s Great Central Brewing Company or an Old Nation M-43 IPA, Mordecai is in no short supply of fueling the North Siders as the Cubs take on the Miami Marlins.

Guests can also make it a “double header” by visiting Mordecai’s sister bar, Lucky Dorr, where an extensive selection of exclusive beers brewed in collaboration between the local breweries are available to enjoy. No better way to celebrate International Beer Day than to support Chicago’s local breweries! 

Secure your seat at Mordecai by making a reservation via Tock. 

Safe Landing: A Family's Journey Following the Crash of American Airlines Flight 191" follows three siblings' incredible journey over the last 40+ years grieving their parents' sudden loss, coming together as a family, and working hard to honor the lives of all 273 lost on Flight 191. It's an inspirational Chicago story about love, family, and how tragedy gets a big word, but it never gets the final word.

Preference for where to buy it? That's a tie. Either our website (https://www.longoverduebooks.com/shop/safe-landing) or head into Unabridged Bookstore.