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Stay up to date on Chicago's latest infection and vaccination rates with Chicago's COVID-19 Dashboard. The Chicago COVID-19 Dashboard has been updated with vaccination information as well as number of cases, tests performed and hospitalizations.
All Chicagoans age 12+ are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. There are many ways Chicago residents can receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Interested in learning what's happening in your neighborhood? The Chicago Police District hosts CAPS meetings with your local beat officers. All meetings will be held on zoom until further notice.
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The Chicago Sculpture Exhibit announced that Gwen Yen Chiu is its 2021 Richard Hunt Award winner. Her sculpture, "Thought Vortex", has been installed at the intersection of Lincoln, Fullerton, and Halsted for the community and city to enjoy.
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Nothing epitomizes “family run business” more than Big Apple Finer Foods. Not only did Holly Lodarek’s grandfather Frank start the business, but it’s now in the capable hands of her father and uncle. And if that’s not enough of a family business for you, her grandmother worked there until she was 97! Watch Holly’s video and find out about a special promo deal if you “Tell ‘em Holly Sentcha!” |
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The Blue Demons are ready for the Fall 2021 season and excited to welcome fans back to games in Lincoln Park! Full season schedules are now available for Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer and Volleyball.
Season packages and single game tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, August 3 at DePaulBlueDemons.com. |
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Steppenwolf Theatre Company announced a new model of leadership, naming two ensemble members Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis as the incoming Artistic Directors of the storied Chicago company.
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Crain's Chicago Business recently featured Sushi Suite at the Hotel Lincoln. Opened in February 2020 in a 750-square-foot suite, the suite-turned-restaurant serves six people at a time. "It’s a novel concept, a speakeasy-style sushi joint, and hotel general manager Dan White said it has created a lot of buzz and drives traffic to the hotel’s other rooms," reports Crain's.
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The Neighborhood Hotel on Clark Street was recently featured in Architectural Digest as one of 12 boutique hotels that make the case for a road trip stating, "...this chic space lives up to its name: It’s a former walk-up turned residential-style hotel with the original banister staircase leading to the 14 well-outfitted suites."
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Enjoy open air shopping, one-of-a-kind merchandise and amazing specials at Lincoln Park Summer Sundaes: Armitage & Halsted Sidewalk Sale on Sunday, August 8 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The first 200 visitors who mention "Summer Sundaes" at Terry's Toffee (1009 W. Armitage) will receive free ice cream and can grab a goody bag while supplies last.
Sunday, August 8
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Armitage & Halsted
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LINCOLN PARK FEATURED BUSINESS |
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Marathon training has begun which means higher risk of injury. Athletico’s Video Gait Analysis assesses your form from head to toe to identify pain at its source.
Visit their Midtown, Lincoln Park East or Lincoln Park South clinics for your Video Gait Analysis, or visit any of their five Lincoln Park locations to schedule your Free Assessment!
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The Now Massage celebrated the opening of their Lincoln Park boutique on Friday, July 16. Get ready to relax, recharge & escape the pressures of daily life in their city-side retreat. Stop by their new location at 2038 N. Halsted and book yourself a massage today!
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Verzenay Patisserie opened their storefront on Lincoln Avenue on Wednesday, July 28. Stop by their new storefront at 2507 N. Lincoln for to enjoy pastries, fresh baked bread, quiche, coffee & more on their gorgeous outdoor patio.
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Sign up for the Lincoln Park Weekend Guide to get upcoming events and promotions in Lincoln Park delivered directly to your inbox every Thursday.
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Join Victory Gardens Theater for a pair of conversations with Victory Gardens’ new Artistic Director, Ken-Matt Martin. All Town Halls will take place on Zoom and are free and open to the public.
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Join Lincoln Common for an afternoon showcasing live demos from local artists, free sampling from Verve Wine, bites from Velvet Taco and Parson's Chicken & Fish and live music.
Saturday, August 7
3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Plaza at Lincoln Common
2345 N. Lincoln
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To kick off the last weekend of LatinXAmerican, join DePaul Art Museum (DPAM) for an all-ages closing party! DPAM will host family-friendly crafts, an outdoor dance party with music by DJ CQQCHIFRUIT, and tours of the exhibition with some of its featured artists.
Saturday, August 13
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
DePaul Art Museum
935 W. Fullerton
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It’s adults only (18+) at the zoo’s second after-hours event of the summer. Join the Lincoln Park Zoo to celebrate block-party style among wildlife and gardens! No kids or crowds—just strolling, sipping, and possibly getting a little too competitive with some lawn games.
Thursday, August 26
6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
East Gate on Cannon/Fullerton or West Gate at Stockton/Webster
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You don't have to go downtown to catch great music this weekend. Live shows return to Lincoln Hall with an incredible line-up of Lollapalooza After Shows.
Elohim
Thursday, July 29
11:00 p.m.
Ashe
Friday, July 30
11:00 p.m.
Princess Nokia
Sunday, August 1
11:00 p.m.
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This free concert series takes place in the plaza from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on select Thursdays through the summer through August. There is limited on-site seating but plenty of room available for blankets and chairs, so grab your friends, family, and neighbors and enjoy a Chicago summer evening of live music!
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Golden Dagger is your home for drip coffee, live music and cocktails. This week's live music line-up includes:
Aunt Kelly and Max Subar
Friday, July 30
8:00 p.m.
Kopano and Kara Jackson
Saturday, July 31
8:00 p.m.
Bats (with Sarah Weddle)
Sunday, August 1
8:00 p.m.
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Meet all of the Nature Museum's invertebrate friends at this annual celebration of bugs! Stop by a bug zoo to interact with native spider species, check out insect specimens up close and nerd out with their entomologist.
Sunday, August 15
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon
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Get exclusive access and information about animals alongside a tasty, family-friendly morning meal with each Breakfast with the Animals Presented by Nutella event. Guests learn about popular species while dining on pancakes, fruit, coffee, juices, and more.
Saturday, August 21
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2150 N. Cannon
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Chicago’s Davis Theater in partnership with Sterling Bay & the 2nd Ward hosts outdoor movies in the Harmony Zone in Lincoln Yards.
National Lampoons Vacation
Friday, July 29
Raya & The Last Dragon
Saturday, July 30
Dirty Dancing
Sunday, July 31
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The big screen in your backyard, Movies in the Parks returns this summer, bringing Hollywood movies and local films to local parks for the twentieth season. Join the Chicago Park District in-person at the parks for Labyrinth starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly.
Wednesday, August 25
8:00 - 9:41 p.m.
Lincoln Park
2045 N. Lincoln Park West
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Get ready to stroll, sip, and savor at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual Summer Wine Fest!
Saturday, July 31
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
East Gate on Cannon/Fullerton (the zoo’s parking lot) or the West Gate at Stockton/Webster.
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Located atop the Hotel Lincoln, The J. Parker has recently undergone a complete “refresh” with updated furniture and décor elements, including the addition of a custom 24’ x 8’ mural designed by Chicago artist David Bozic.
Friday, August 6
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The J. Parker
1816 N. Clark, 13th Floor
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Join Casati's Modern Italian in celebrating their 3rd anniversary by taking a trip around the world through their private wine tasting. This 21 + event will feature live music on the patio, a DJ, food pairings from their menu, and a themed photo booth.
Sunday, August 15
11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Casati's Modern Italian
444 W. Fullerton
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Join Modern Acupuncture Lincoln Park for free 30 minute ear acupuncture treatments that focus on relief from stress and trauma for marginalized communities at their monthly community clinic.
Saturday, July 31
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Modern Acupuncture Lincoln Park
2516 N. Elston
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In this talk, Dr. Laura L. Carstensen will provide a birds-eye view of longevity and the role that culture played in extending life expectancy. They will also address ways in which the tragic COVID-19 pandemic offered unique insights into ways to redesign our lives so that quality of life improves at all ages.
Tuesday, August 3
12:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, August 4 at 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 11 at 12:00 p.m.
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We’re looking for a Director of Business Services to join our team! Under the direction of the President of the LPCC, the Director of Business Services oversees all membership attraction, engagement, retention and sales activities while serving as a resource for Lincoln Park businesses. This is a full-time position with occasional evening and weekend hours.
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We have a Marketing and Communications Internship opportunity available to help promote Lincoln Park and its members for the Fall Term (September – December 2021). This internship will help develop skills for working in a professional atmosphere while providing access to current marketing and communication platforms and tools.
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LINCOLN PARK BUSINESS DIRECTORY |
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THANK YOU TO OUR ANNUAL SPONSORS |
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Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce | 2468 N. Lincoln | Chicago, Illinois 60614 |
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