Edgewater Now: Feb 5 - Feb 11 Newsletter |
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Featured Business: Little Corner Restaurant
Little Corner is a cozy, classic American diner that wraps you with warmth and nostalgia the moment you walk in. Offering everything you need to kick off the day and more to bring you back for lunch: salads, omelets, skillets, french toast and 20 types of sandwiches all at a reasonable price.
“We have good value food,” owner Joe Mitaj said. “That’s why our customers always come back.”
First opened in the 1970s on the corner of N. Broadway and W. Thorndale in Edgewater, Little Corner Restaurant has become the neighborhood breakfast and brunch staple. After working at Little Corner for years, Mitaj decided to buy Little Corner and took the helm in 2009.
What makes Little Corner special is the customers. “Everybody is family and friends,” he said. “Most of them live right here in Edgewater. It’s nice to see everyone come and meet at my spot. I am thankful for them.” Because of the pandemic, Little Corner has struggled like many other local businesses. Mitaj credits his regular customers with supporting the restaurant and accompanying him through this tough time. He said he hopes to see everyone return to the corner soon.
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Black History Month Event with Edgewater Historical Society
The Edgewater Historical Society, in partnership with Edgewater's branch of the Chicago Public Library, is hosting a book club on Saturday, February 13, at 10 AM on Zoom. In honor of Black History Month, they will be reading "To Be Young, Gifted, and Black" by Lorraine Hansberry.
Hansberry was the first African American female playwright to appear on Broadway with her play "A Raisin in the Sun." The play was important to Chicago history because it exposed the housing crisis that black Chicagoans faced, and the racial discrimination that made it impossible for them to move away from over-crowded and sub-standard housing. They will also be discussing "Looking for Lorraine" by Imani Perry.
Titles will be available at the Edgewater Branch Circulation Desk or can be sent to other branches for pick-up.
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Friends of the Edgewater Library
Illinois Humanities’ Road Scholar Connie Martin helps us celebrate Black History month with her presentation of “Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes To Freedom On The Underground Railroad.”
Connie begins this presentation by telling the history of her family who were slaves captured in West Africa and survived the Middle Passage. She tells her family’s stories of secrecy, codes, and fugitive slave escape routes from South to North, which was revealed in an information-packed family Bible found dated 1865.
Connie also tells the origin of the Underground Railroad, and reveals key abolitionists, slave routes passing through our counties in Illinois, and shows the quilt code on slides and fabric quilt patterns. She also shows us instances of special stitching used in over a dozen beautifully hand-crafted quilt replicas each sewn by Connie’s mother, especially for this presentation.
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Valentine's Day with Chicago Mosiac
Chicago Mosaic School is offering a DIY heart mosiac kit, so that you can personally put together something beautiful for your Valentine. The school also offers live instruction over Zoom on how to complete the kit; a great activity idea for an artsy couple or group. Check out the online store for additional designs such as snowflakes, acorns, and other seasonal themes.
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Creative Coworking Valentine's Events
Join Creative Coworking for a Valentine’s Day Cupid Virtual Run and a Valentine’s Day Molten Chocolate Cake Cooking Class for kids.
The virtual fun run takes place February 14-28. Full race packets include a t-shirt and medal. You can also upgrade to the premium race packet for a box of chocolates! A digital toolkit will be provided to track and submit times and mileage. Multiple levels available, from 5k to marathon! Register and learn more here.
The cooking class for kids is on Saturday, February 14 at 2:30pm. Led by Kitchen Sisters Cooking School, your chocolate lover or budding pastry chef will love this livestream cook-along class. Registration includes a recipe and link to the live event. Recipes will be emailed one week in advance for ease of shopping.
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Online New Classes with AARTWERK
Join a class at AARTWERK this month and chase away those winter blues by learning a hands-on new skill.
Upcoming classes include Painting I, Acrylics and Oils; Painting for All; and Painting and Drawing II.
All classes focus on hands-on learning at the student’s pace, as well as the joy of creating. The school believes that drawing and painting are skills, like learning how to drive a car. The only way to develop is to continually practice, and to enjoy each step along the way.
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New Care for Real Wish List
Care for Real is a nonprofit that provides food for neighbors and prepare more than 1.25 million meals every year. In addition, they offer a free clothing closet, pet food pantry and support services for those in need.
Their mission can be supported through a donation of items from their wish list. This list is regularly updated to reflect the items that the organization most currently needs. Helping your community has never been easier.
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GirlForward Supply Events
GirlForward is holding monthly supply pick-up events throughout the school year to provide girls with items to help them take care of themselves and their families during this challenging time. 16 girls stopped by for the January supply pick up event despite the snow storm in Chicago.
They are currently most in need of PPE (face masks, hand sanitizer, cleaning products), hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, soap, etc) and high quality backpacks.
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Game Day Specials at Uncommon Ground
Uncommon Ground has you covered this Super Bowl Sunday. No game day is complete without a plate of hot buffalo wings and a cold beer by your side. Pre-order the Jumbo Amish chicken wing special, along with some tasty shareable appetizers today! Some of your choices include Fresh Wisconsin Cheese Curds; Artichoke, Goat Cheese & Pesto Dip; Vegetarian Chili; and a Giant Pretzel with Mustard & Spicy Beer Cheese.
The restaurant is now accepting pre-orders for pickup only. If you would like your food delivered, please order on game day.
Additionally, on Sunday, February 7th, all Greenstar Brewing growlers & howlers are 50% off. Pair your game day wings with one of their most popular Spaceship IPAs or winter stouts. Use the code ‘football’ at checkout to access this great deal.
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Super Bowl Specials From Rewired Pizza
Rewired Pizza and Cafe are offering an $18 six pack of Empirical Beer, as well as a two medium two topping pizzas and 8 piece wings deal for $34. Use the promo code Superbowl2021 to access these deals. They also serve cocktails to go, amazing coffee drinks, and excellent sandwiches. There's something for everyone one in your home to enjoy!
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Alice And Friends Super Bowl Special
Alice and Friends Vegan Kitchen is offering 10% off on all orders that are placed from 5 PM to 9 PM on game day. This is an excellent and healthy choice fo your game day snacking! "You’ll feel the love every time you visit our little restaurant and taste the love in every bite!"
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Pizzeria Aroma Valentine's Day Special
Pizzeria Aroma is hosting a special Valentine's dinner on Saturday, February 13, for entrances at 6 and 8 PM. The dinner includes a bottle of wine, appetizer, entree with soup and salad, and your choice of dessert. There are only 14 reservations available, so don't wait to jump on this opportunity. Reservations can be made by emailing PizzeriaAroma@gmail.com or by calling 773-769-4900.
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Special Gifts from Edgewater Candles
If you are looking for a romantic gift this Valentine's Day, then consider heading to Edgewater Candles for a handmade soy candle. They come in a variety of scents inspired by botanicals and earthy woods. Many also contain a variety of essential oils.
For a limited time: all travel tins are 3 for $35. No code is needed as the discount is applied at checkout.
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Bark Bark Club Ranch
Bark Bark Club has completed the renovations on a farm that is a pet friendly escape for all customers, friends, and family to enjoy. They hope to provide a place where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of life, and take some time to decompress; with your furry friends, of course.
The Michigan property offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, ten acres to play on, and a three-acre spring-fed pond where the bass are literally jumping out of the water! The house can comfortably host six guests at a time.
The farmhouse has been standing for about one hundred years, and as a rich history. The owners of Bark Bark Club want to give you the chance to make some wonderful memories of your own here.
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Salon Echo February Specials
What better way to celebrate the month of love than with a little pampering for your loved one (or for yourself?) Forget the candy this Valentine's Day, and choose instead from Salon Echo's variety of rejuvenating services. During the month of February, try the brand new Vita Brite Facial with complimentary eye treatment for $105, a savings of $20. Or, if your hair needs some love, try "Love is in the Hair" and get the combination haircut and Botanical Hair Repair Treatment for just $45. You can also purchase a $150 Salon Echo gift certificate, which comes with a free Avida Lipstick & Lip Glaze.
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Edge of Sweetness
10% discount with purchase
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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