Want to be a part of Lakeview East Festival of the Arts? With over 120 Artists, Local Food Vendors, a landscape oasis, family activities, 20+ Musical Performers, we need the community's help to make this one of the best festivals of the year! We are looking for volunteers for artist relief, bartenders, kids area volunteers, and floating help! Click the button below to sign up!

WorldChicago and a group of visitors from the International Visitor Leadership Program came to our office to learn about our local economy and business district! This program welcomes emerging leaders and high-profile visitors from around the world to the United States. With leaders from across the globe, as far as Morocco, South Sudan, Mauritania, Ghana and many more incredible places, we were excited to share our community and have a candid discussion of neighborhood building from a different perspective.

In their goodie bags, the Chicago Cubs donated hats for them to wear to the game that night, so even though they were only in Chicago for a short period of time, they'll always have a piece of the neighborhood! We wish them safe travels and hope their experience in the US is filled with new insights they can take back to their home communities!

Slugger's has been family owned and operated for over 40 years. Steven Strauss opened Sluggers when the neighborhood looked much different, and his impact has been felt within the neighborhood and it's changes ever since they opened their doors. After passing away early this year, he was forever memorialized at the corner of Clark and Eddy, with a newly dedicated street Honorary Steven Strauss Way.

As you wander down Clark Street, you'll see his face looking over the crowds, as Steven always loved to do after every Cubs game from the Slugger's rooftop. We are thankful for his time and impact within our community, and his legacy will live on for years to come.

They say good things come in small packages and Mini-Donut factory has mastered the art of bite-sized decadent donuts! Warm, freshly made mini donuts pair perfectly with one of their hot or cold coffees. Whether you’re a classic glaze kind of person or looking to try something a bit different like their toasted coconut donut, you’re sure to get your sweet tooth fix. At their grand opening, folks got free samples of their bite sized donuts! Be sure to stop by to welcome them to the neighborhood!

Yesterday X Golf officially opened their doors! Continuing the brand’s expansion with its first urban location, X-Golf Wrigleyville is celebrating its official Grand Opening on Wednesday, August 31 at 5pm. Conveniently located steps away from the Addison Red Line Station at 3551 N Sheffield Ave, directly across the street from Wrigley Field. Some might recognize the building as the old home to Harry Carays and Hi-Tops. To celebrate their Grand Opening, X-Golf Wrigleyville is offering half-off of golf simulator rental fees and other drink specials all day long for 8/31 & 9/1! Be sure to stop by and welcome them to the neighborhood!

Coffee, Hip Hop & Mental Health is opening their flagship store on Belmont next week! Their mission is to normalize therapy, particularly in Black neighborhoods, where therapy is stigmatized and considered taboo, and where disparities and injustice have long-been the standard. Whilst supporting the community, they also aim to educate and inform their counterparts and allies. We are excited to welcome them to their new home and we hope to see you at their grand opening ribbon cutting on Wednesday, September 7th!

Hot days and chilly nights are around the corner. It's easy to have a favorite patio in the neighborhood, but Lakeview East and Wrigleyville are home to over 100 outdoor dining spots! From our captivating cafes to our sunny streetside patios, our radiant rooftops and our party patios, and even our tucked-away terraces, we've compiled the best of the best patios in the neighborhood! Whether you're looking for a quick bite and to enjoy the sun for a bit or you're looking for an intimate date night spot on a hidden patio, we're sure you will find your new favorite spot to enjoy the last of this beautiful summer weather!

The Lumineers are set to play at Wrigley Field Saturday, September 3, 2022. The show at the Friendly Confines is part of the band’s BRIGHTSIDE World Tour 2022 and features special guests Caamp and James Bay.

Lakeview & Wrigleyville's long time Alderman Tom Tunney has announced his retirement! In 2003, Alderman Tunney made waves as the first openly gay Alderperson and has continued to make waves during his 19 years of dedicated service to our community. We have been thankful to work with him over the years on making the neighborhood one that over 100,000 people call home. From his innovative ideas to his care for his community, we have been honored to come to the table and work on bettering our neighborhood with Alderman Tunney.

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 Alley Chicago, known as one of the oddest places in the city continues its tradition of

bringing odd collector cars in for events. The Tim Burton Batmobile will be in the store's

parking lot. In front of the store will be 2 children's’ rides inspired by the 1960’s original

Batmobile from the TV Show. Store wide sales, and giveaways of 3 motorcycle jackets

among other items will take place. A number of Curiosity/Oddity vendors will be present

courtesy Chicago Hardcore Hearse Club. These cars are from the Klairmont Kollection.

The Alley was a beloved Lakeview business for decades and we hope you visit them at their new location just down the street for their incredible Odd in Avondale Event!

Do you love Ted Lasso? Or do you have a friend who loves the show and they can't stop telling you, "Seriously, you need to watch it right now!"

Starting Tuesday, October 11th, we're hosting a 6-week class called "Author Deep Dive" where we'll focus on Season 1 of Ted Lasso. We'll go through the first season, point out and analyze moments of especially great writing, and have a group discussion.

We're holding these classes every Tuesday night at Barrel (2831 N. Broadway) at 8 pm. Cost is $99 for the 6 weeks. If interested, email [email protected]

Two last things - Not required, but this class is especially helpful if you're a writer or interested in writing. We'll offer examples and exercises to take into your own writing. And there's equal value if you're someone new to the show vs. someone who has already seen Season 1.