LPCC MEMBER NEWS & UPDATES |
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After Chicago City Council missed the December 1 deadline to vote on a new ward map for Chicago, the public may have an opportunity to vote on the new ward map in June 2022. According to Ald. Smith's recent email, there will be a series of public hearings to get more information about the new map as well as present public comments.
Tuesday, December 7 at 3:00 p.m.
Friday, December 10 at 1:00 p.m.
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The LPCC has been able to design and print an Armitage - Halsted Shopping & Dining Map with funds provided by a COVID-19 Small Business Support (CSBS) Grant in partnership with Chicago's Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP).
If you're interested in distributing them at your business, email Stephanie at bryan@lincolnparkchamber.com to request complimentary copies. |
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Stay up to date on Chicago's latest infection and vaccination rates with Chicago's COVID-19 Dashboard.
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As we get ready for winter, please remember that it is everyone’s responsibility to make sure the sidewalks are clear of snow and ice. In particular, any business “having charge of any building or lot of ground abutting upon any public way or public space shall remove the snow and ice from the sidewalk.” Please do your part to make Lincoln Park a safer place for everyone to get around this winter.
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WhatsGood, an innovative technology provider for online orders at local farmers markets, is opening the first in a series of Chicago-based Farm Shops in Lincoln Park on December 7. WhatsGood’s Farm Shop is a small footprint grocery store with an array of locally curated products that will provide Chicagoans with in-store shopping and on-demand delivery. WhatsGood’s team can deliver everything you’d expect at the farmers market in about an hour.
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Restoration of Lincoln Park's North Pond is closing in on its fundraising goal and is likely to begin early next year. The Lincoln Park Conservancy is within $100,000 of reaching their $7.3 million goal to restore North Pond. Donations of every level are vital to helping them reach our goal. Check out this recent feature from Chicago Tribune to learn more about the project and how you can help. |
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Mighty Violet's "Mighty Metro" holiday collection is featured in the December 2021 issue of Chicago Magazine. They write, "With everything she creates, Toomey hopes to 'bring pep to the everyday'... 'There's a certain energy you feel opening these.'"
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On the morning of Thursday, November 26, Golden Dagger suffered from a building fire. Thankfully no employees or patrons were harmed in the fire, however, the venue has undergone many interior damages, and their employees will be out of work for the foreseeable future. Please consider donating to their GoFundMe as they continue to navigate their recovery.
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Join us for Late Night Shopping on Armitage & Halsted! Businesses along Armitage, Halsted, and Webster will be extending their shopping hours and offering festive specials, in-store activities, and holiday promotions throughout the evening. Explore Chicago’s historic shopping district for special treats, a visit from Santa, holiday sing-a-longs and other festivities. The first 100 guests to visit Terry’s Toffee (1009 W. Armitage) receive a free hot chocolate.
Wednesday, December 15
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Join us for our final digital marketing webinar of the year! Learn how to create a marketing plan to promote your business by:
- Defining marketing goals.
- Defining target audience.
- Outlining marketing tactics
This series is free for LPCC members.
Thursday, December 9
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Join us every month for our free morning networking mixer Coffee & Commerce. Whether you're looking to make new business connections or just want to exchange ideas with other small business owners, Coffee & Commerce is the perfect opportunity to enhance your professional network.
This is a free event for LPCC members.
Wednesday, December 15
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
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Make sure to include advertising for the 2022 Discover Lincoln Park Guide in your 2022 budget! 10,000 copies will be delivered door-to-door to Lincoln Park residents and 10,000 additional copies will be distributed to Lincoln Park businesses and attractions.
To reserve your space, contact Debbie Nelson at (773) 418-0355 or email her at dnelson@tspubs.com. |
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Show your love for the Lincoln Park business community this winter season and encourage residents to spend local with a Love Lincoln Park Banner. Interested in hanging a banner in your storefront? Two vertical banner options are available. To request your banner, send an email to bryan@lincolnparkchamber.com. |
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Get up to 30% off class packages and 6 month memberships at Barry's Lincoln Park. Get up to 30% off class packs of 3, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, or 150 classes. New to this year's holiday sale are 6-Month prepaid memberships including Barry’s X On-Demand (All-Access). Call (773) 857-0901, email frontdesklp@barrys.com or visit Barry's Lincoln Park to shop the sale. |
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The Juvenile Protective Association (JPA) is currently seeking staff therapists and consultants. JPA is a 120-year old social impact agency whose mission is to improve the social and emotional well-being
and functioning of vulnerable children so they can reach the fullest potential.
Current career opportunities include:
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DCASE’s 2022 Individual Artists Program (IAP) grant application is now open! The deadline to apply is January 7, 2022 at 5:00pm CST. IAP Grants support the creation, development, or presentation of artwork, and professional development, for artists across all disciplines including Film & Media Arts, Literary Arts, Performing Arts (Theatre/Dance), Music and Visual Arts & Design.
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Join Juvenile Protective Association as they move to raise money for vital mental health programs for Chicago’s youth. The beauty of this virtual event is that it's done on your own terms. You choose the day, time, course & companions!
Through Sunday, December 12
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Listed below are upcoming Prospective Parent Open Houses for Park West Co-Op Nursery School. At this time, Open Houses will be held virtually. They will also offer small group tours of the school for those who are interested and who have previously attended an Open House.
- Friday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 5 at 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, January 21 at 1:00 p.m.
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Daddy is off to the laundromat with Trixie and her beloved Knuffle Bunny. What could possibly go wrong? Mo Willems’ cherished children’s book is now an action-packed musical comedy for kids and their frazzled families at Greenhouse Theater.
Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 N. Lincoln
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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Winter Camp is back! During the Wonders of Winter, children ages 5 to 8 years old join us for a week of wintry fun. Campers spend their days investigating winter and how it affects living things while outside on the Museum's grounds and inside the Museum using our exhibits and collections.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon
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What do you get when you combine the magic of Broadway with the spirit of the holiday season? The ultimate Winter Break Camp! Join Play2Day for Winter Break in Arendelle: 3 days of music, dance, dramatic play, and process art activities inspired by the musical world of Frozen.
Play2Day
2369 N. Lincoln
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What are your weekend plans? Sign up for the Lincoln Park Weekend Guide to get a round up of neighborhood events and specials delivered directly to your inbox every Thursday.
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Join the Lincoln Central Association and Oz Park Advisory Council as they light up the neighborhood at the fifth annual holiday tree lighting ceremony in Oz Park. Enjoy this magical moment surrounded by the sounds of the holidays performed by singers from Lincoln Park High School.
Saturday, December 4
5:00 p.m.
Oz Park
Corner of Webster & Lincoln just south of Tin Man
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Holiday Sip & Stroll with RANCH Triangle
Join RANCH Triangle for a Holiday Sip & Stroll to shop, greet neighbors and enjoy delicious hot drinks. Stop by one of two Armitage locations: Bissell in front of the Chase Bank and at Dayton across from Lori’s. This free event is hosted by the RANCH Triangle Association.
Saturday, December 11
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Locations at Bissell & Armitage and Dayton & Armitage
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Celebrate Hanukkah with Chabad Lincoln Park!
Enjoy an evening of indoor/outdoor fun that includes a Menorah Lighting at 5:30 p.m., kosher Hanukkah treats, games, and music. Free to attend, all ages welcome!
Sunday, December 5
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
NEWCITY
1457 N. Halsted
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Enjoy an exclusive, family-friendly after-hours view of the Conservatory’s Winter Flower Show while celebrating the season with other Conservancy supporters. Afterward, take the party home with a to-go craft and treat!
Lincoln Park Conservatory
2391 N. Stockton
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Leave the kids at home and head to the zoo for Adults Night Out: Holidaze. Guests will enjoy unique animal chats, educational entertainment, a live DJ, and multiple bars throughout the zoo at this after-hours event.
Thursday, December 16
6:30 - 10:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2400 N. Cannon
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Join Delilah's for their 23rd Annual Christmas and Winter Beer Tasting featuring 100+ beers available to sample from around the globe including multiple vintages.
Saturday, December 4
12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
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Geja's Cafe features Taittinger and Domaine Carneros for their 41st Annual Champagne Festival and Tasting.
Sunday, December 5
Geja's Cafe
340 W. Armitage
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Celebrate the Holiday Season at Frances'! Sip on bottomless champagne and snack on our appetizer station, all while a live DJ is spinning Santas favorite Bangers.
Thursday, December 16
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Frances' Deli and Brunchery
2552 N. Clark
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Celebrate the holiday of cheer at Gemini's Holiday Hut featuring a heated patio space with sweet treats and warm, seasonal drinks like hot chocolate and cider. Adults can enjoy spiked versions of all seasonal drinks.
Open through Sunday, January 2
Gemini
2075 N. Lincoln
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Celebrate the holidays with The Second City in made-for-cable-movie style. All your favorite holiday classics in one comedy sketch.
Now through January 2, 2022
UP Comedy Club
230 W. North
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The off-broadway hit musical, of the most iconic romantic comedy movie Love Actually, is set to make its debut at Chicago's Apollo Theater.
Now until January 2, 2022
Apollo Theatre Chicago
2550 N. Lincoln
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Did Santa babysit the baby Jesus? Why were the Three Wise Men so lost? The answers to these and other humorous questions are answered in the hit holiday comedy Christmas Bingo: It’s a Ho-Ho-Holy Night.
Now through Sunday, January 2
Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 N. Lincoln
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Make your reservation for lunch with Santa at Casati's Modern Italian. Enjoy a delicious lunch and pose for a complimentary picture with Santa.
Sunday, December 5
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Casati's Modern Italian
444 W. Fullerton
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Guess who's coming to town? Get ready for your chance to visit with Santa at Vanille Patisserie. Bring a new and gently used book to donate to Open Books to receive a 15% off.
Saturday, December 11
8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Vanille Patisserie
2108 N. Clark
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ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ is a cheerful, family-friendly holiday event in the heart of the city. Upcoming events include:
Wednesday, December 15
Sunday, December 12
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The Kennison will welcome families for their third annual autism-friendly night out. This year's event perfectly coincides with Zoo Lights' sensory-friendly night at the Lincoln Park Zoo (located across the street).
Wednesday, December 15
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Kennison
1800 N. Lincoln
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Take a fun-filled train ride around the neighborhood with the Wrightwood Neighbors Association. The train ride lasts about 10 minutes, so bring your gloves and hat- and get ready for a fun time!
Friday, December 17
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
1110 W. Lill
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Book a 15 min session for the whole family! Come take photos with your kids and family for the holidays, grab a hot cocoa, cookies and feel festive as you shop around the store!
Saturday, December 18
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 19
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pyar + Co.
2132 N. Halsted
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Show your love for Lincoln Park by spending locally this holiday season! Use the Lincoln Park Business Directory to find all of your holiday needs from great gifts to entertaining. |
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Give the perfect gift while helping local businesses with gift cards! Many local businesses are offering gift card bonuses as well including:
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ShoCo Chicago is a first-of-its-kind project that makes it easy for you to support local businesses and local causes at the same time!
If you work for a company that makes a point of giving back to the people of Chicago, contact ShoCo Chicago to learn more.
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HOLIDAY HEALTH & WELLNESS |
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Visit Kohler Waters Spa Boutique through December 16 for an intimate shopping experience with a complimentary beverage of your choice and 20% off all retail purchases. Plus, receive a gift* with your purchase of $150 or more.
Kohler Waters Spa at Lincoln Park
2358 N. Lincoln
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Amidst the noise and pain in the world, Genesis at the Crossroads invites audiences to zoom in on healing with their multicultural musical program. This collaboration features their professional world music ensemble, Saffron Caravan along with youth musicians from their Genesis Academy Summer Institutes and is available online through December 31.
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Rooted Dental has teamed up with CAWC, Chicago’s leading non-profit organization for domestic abuse survivors, to accept donations of new clothing. Clothing for ALL genders, ages and sizes are accepted and can be dropped off at their office at 424 W. Fullerton, 2nd Floor.
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Sports and Ortho Physical Therapy is ready to help those in need. If you or someone you know may need some help this holiday season, send your stories to holidaywish@sportsandortho.net or direct message Sports + Ortho Physical Therapy through their Instagram or Facebook account. |
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Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is collecting used or new shoes to donate to Gabriel's Light, a youth suicide prevention organization.
Now until December 15
Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
1320 W. Fullerton
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ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT |
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See what audiences said about BUG before it closed in March 2020, and don't squish your chance to see the mind-bending cult classic that has once again set the Steppenwolf stage ablaze. The remarkable remount with the original cast must close on December 12.
Steppenwolf Theater
1650 N. Halsted
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Enjoy live music this winter at DePaul's Holtschneider Performance Center! Listed below are some of the upcoming concerts:
- Chicago Children's Choir - Saturday, December 11 at 10:15 a.m.
- Civitas Ensemble - Wednesday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m.
- Windy City Performing Arts: Merry Everything - Saturday, December 18 - Sunday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m.
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Wrightwood 659's exhibit Romanticism to Ruin has been extended through February 2022. This exhibition attempts to conjure the essence of two long-gone masterpieces - Louis Sullivan’s Garrick Theatre Building in Chicago and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Larkin Building in Buffalo
Wrightwood 659
659 W. Wrightwood
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LINCOLN PARK BUSINESS DIRECTORY |
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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. |
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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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