Edgewater Now: April 30 - May 6 Newsletter |
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Feature: Care for Real
Care for Real is a 501(c)(3) not for profit that provides free programs and services to neighbors in need. Some of these programs include food distribution five times a week, a clothing shop, a pet pantry, case management referrals and an Employment Resource Center to help clients self stabilize and get back on their feet. What was originally established as a short term fix to help families who unexpectedly found themselves on the street without food and clothing, Care for Real has morphed into one of Chicago's most impactful social service agencies. They prepare more than 1,000,000+ meals annually. In the first three months of 2021 alone, they have served more than 330,000 meals.
Care for Real is always seeking donations from the community, and are currently seeking personal care items such as shampoo, hand soap, deodorant, toilet paper, and more. For a complete list of currently needed items, go to their wish list.
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Monday, May 3, 2021
6 - 7 p.m.
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Red Line Construction Begins Soon
Join the RPM team at the next Bryn Mawr Red Line station virtual meeting on Monday, May 3, discussing the start of Stage A station and track reconstruction on May 16. Stay informed on construction impacts, project timelines and more. Plus, take a look at the updated designs coming to your station and the temporary Bryn Mawr Red Line station that will serve customers during construction.
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Vaccines Available at Swedish Hospital
Swedish Hospital is now vaccinating any Chicagoan who is 18 or over. They are also working on the process for under 18 and will be beginning that age group soon. You are not required to be a patient of Swedish Hospital.
The best way to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment at Swedish Hospital is through NorthShoreConnect. Don’t have a NorthShoreConnect account? Go to NorthShoreConnect and select “Sign Up Now” If you cannot sign up for NorthShoreConnect, you may join the wait list.
Appointments are required, and slots are available this week and next week.
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Great Lakes Clinical Study
Great Lakes Clinical Trials is recruiting healthy adults for their AEGIS research study! This compensated study involves no investigational medicine and is looking to access the incidence of infection or reinfection of SARS-CoV-2 in adults who have, or have not previously tested positive for COVID-19. Participants will be sent home with biweekly nasal swabs to return at their next visit, with 8 total visits to their Andersonville clinic. Call 773-275-3500 or send an email to [email protected] for more information.
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Helix/CHA Summer Program
Helix is thrilled to partner with After School Matters and the Chicago Housing Authority to provide support for CHA's Summer Learn and Earn program. 40 students will explore career pathways, develop transferable skills, and work on real world business projects. They are hiring four summer instructors to implement Helix lesson plans and guides for each day of the program.
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Bark Bark Club Fundraiser
Bark Bark Club is hosting a fundraiser this Saturday from 2 to 3 p.m. where all proceeds will go to Urban Autism Solutions, an organization that helps young adults with autism build a better life. Get your cat or dog's nails trimmed for only $15, and help contribute to the cause.
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Families Together Virtual Auction
The Families Together Spring 2021 Auction runs from Saturday, May 1 at 8 a.m. to Sunday, May 9 at 10 p.m. All auction proceeds benefit Families Together Cooperative Nursery School, located in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
Families Together is one of the only preschools in Chicago that offers sliding scale tuition to families with more than 70% of students qualifying for reduced tuition. Tuition covers a lot but not all operating expenses. Fundraising is critical to helping fund their commitments to financial aid; scholarships; a living wage and health and family leave benefits for staff; and training and materials to support Diversity, Anti-Oppression, and Belonging initiatives.
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Lip Sync For Life 2021
Join DIFFA/Chicago for an innovative virtual hour of entertainment! Enjoy Lip Sync for Life while supporting DIFFA's Excellence In Care Awards. Host, Edna D. Mascara, on behalf of the Center on Halsted, is extending her reign as Miss Midwest Comedy Queen to make us all laugh and keep the performers in line.
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Jackalope Living Newspaper
Jackalope Theater's Living Newspaper series continues with episode 7's play, Sam Kelly, inspired by the April 7, 2021 Business Insider article, "Cuomo accuser details groping allegations in new interview." The play was written and directed by Paloma Nozicka..
The Living Newspaper Series is the Free & Digital adaptation of our 11th annual short play festival, responding to current events with current art.
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Pivot Arts Podcast
Artistic visionaries, Jovan Landry and Goodman Theatre Artistic Director, Robert Falls, in conversation about their work and leadership.
Multidisciplinary artist, Jovan Landry, and Tony Award-winning director and Artistic Director of Chicago’s Goodman Theatre, Robert Falls, talk about deepening their artistic work and leading during times of crisis.
We’ll learn about Synergy, the first all women hip-hop album and then hear an excerpt from that work. The episode closes out with a segment from School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Lili-Anne Brown. The play was scheduled to open in March of 2020 and will resume performances when it’s safe to gather.
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Curves Six-Week Challenge
Curves at 1354 W. Devon is looking for 30 women by May 15th who want to change their lives!
Their six-week challenge provides the guidance and accountability you need to help you get stronger and improve your cardiovascular health and endurance. Enjoy peace of mind while working out in their clean and sanitized club or from the comfort of your home.
Every participant will receive six weeks of access to Curves Gym or MyCurves On Demand Platform, weekly coaching and a six week training plan for all fitness levels, a progress chart for tracking, and an optional nutrition program add-on.
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Soundoff Spring Collection
Soundoff design is now offering their brand new, limited edition spring 2021 collection, titled "Wonderland." They are also offering unique Mother's Day designs that are perfect for the queen in your life. Head to their website to discover all of the streetwear options that they have available.
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Uncommon Ground Mother's Day Brunch
There are many things moms love, and one of them is taking them out for a Mother’s Day Brunch. Uncommon Ground is the perfect place to take them for this special day! It’s right around the corner so don’t forget to make your reservations ahead of time.
The restaurant is also offering four new spring cocktails! The Green Mamba contains Peloton Mezcal, St Elder, pineapple, mint, cilantro, jalapeno blend, lime; the Voter Suppression includes tea infused Very Old Bartons, peach, cane sugar, and lemon; the Dragon Tree has Parce 3yr Rum, pineapple juice, coconut milk, hibiscus demerara, and lime; and the Tita Sampaguita contains Jasmine infused Prairie Gin, lime, and cane sugar.
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Fiya Patio Open
Middle-Eastern restaurant Fiya has opened their patio for an outdoor-dining experience. At full capacity, Fiya’s outdoor patio seats between 60 and 70. Menu items are inspired by dishes and ingredients from Palestine, Iran, Morocco, Iraq, Tunisia, Lebanon, and Syria. Whatever dish you're choosing, you can be sure that it will accompanied by delicious pita, baked fresh in an enormous Italian wood-burning oven.
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Edge of Sweetness Campaign
Edge of Sweetness is teaming up with restaurants across the country on the #doughsomething fundraising campaign to support Asian Americans Advancing Justice, an affiliation of leading organizations that advocate for the civil and human rights of Asian Americans and other underserved communities to promote a fair and equitable society for all.
Make a donation to the #doughsomething campaign at bit.ly/doughsomething, or you can order a Lemon Loaf from the Edge of Sweetness menu, $5 of each sale will benefit Asian Americans Advancing Justice: Chicago.
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Cinco de Mayo at Edgewater Mexican Cafe
Edgewater Mexican Cafe is hosting a live mariachii band on Cinco de Mayo! Come out to eat all of your favorite Mexican meals while listening to some great live music! Wearing a mask is required to attend.
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Sauce and Bread Pot Pie Part 2
People liked it so much that they're doing it again! Pot pies are back at Sauce and Bread's weekend pop-up. Make it a meal with a bright frisse salad and finishing touch and a chocolate sandwich cookie filled with dulce de leche.
The menu, available Saturday, May 1 & Sunday, May 2, also includes Smoked Turkey Mole 5" Pot Pie contains hand-carved smoked turkey from Meadow Haven Farms, potatoes, carrots, smoked poblanos baked with homemade mole sauce and cocooned in pie dough, Or try an Aloo Gobi Vegetarian 5" Pot Pie with cauliflower, potato, carrots, peas, onion in garam masala béchamel sauce cocooned in pie dough. Order today to reserve yours for Saturday or Sunday, pick-up only
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Salon Echo May Specials
Salon Echo has a number of new specials for the month of May. Show your skin some TLC with the Vita Brite Facial, a blend of vitamin C and multiple acids. This beautifully brightening, tightening, and hydrating treatments shows instant results with no down time. Or try the Stress Fix Lavender Body Wrap, which begins with a dry brush massage to exfoliate and increase blood circulation, then have the warm and luxurious Stress Fix body creme massaged into your skin. This treatment ends with you being wrapped in warm blankets to leave your skin perfectly moisturized. Get $10 off when you schedule both spa treatments in the same day!
In addition, if you're looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift, look no further than getting her the gift of the salon! Gift certificates are available for purchase, and if you buy a $125 gift card you'll receive a free travel hand and foot relief. Order today to make her day extra special!
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Lickity Split Frozen Custard
Enjoy 10% Off
The Edge Card is a community discount program available at over 20 Edgewater businesses. Present your Edge Card for a 10% discount at any participating establishment!
The Edge Card costs $5 and can be purchased on our website.
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