A potentially big change is in the early stages of exploration for this year’s Midsommarfest – the addition of a Friday “Opening Night.”  Traditionally, the popular event has been held on Saturday and Sunday only. The Andersonville Development Corporation is currently exploring the idea with the Aldermen, local businesses, and the local community.  The...

A community alert issued by Loyola University: Loyola Community, Campus Safety is writing to advise you of a few incidents that have been brought to our attention that have occurred recently on the CTA Red Line. On Monday, February 13, two female Loyola students were victims of a battery at the Loyola Red Line...

Voting is open for TimeOut Chicago’s annual “Eat Out Awards,” and two three local businesses are on the ballot.  Each year since 2008 the Eat Out Awards have recognized restaurants that stand out around Chicago in various categories.  This year features two local businesses who could use your support at the ballot box:  The Burger...

Just less than a month after Gold Crown Barber closed down, a new hair salon enters the small space at 1481 W Balmoral.  Pop Hair has opened under owner and stylist Kenny Moore. “As a long time Andersonville resident, I’m excited to be part of the small business community here. With 20 years of experience...

If you’re like myself, you’ve likely sipped on Metropolis Coffee Company’s coffee numerous times even if you’ve never stepped foot into their Edgewater cafe on Granville.  The popular brew is roasted in a warehouse in Andersonville, and served up in numerous restaurants across the city. The Metropolis Coffee Company cafe (1039 W Granville), however,...

“I challenge you to find me a building that doesn’t have a bed bug”  announced Tim Patricio, Manager of Edgewater’s tallest and largest condo association at the Park Tower Condominiums.  Patricio has been fighting bed bugs since 2009 and feels that a prevention program, built into their annual budget, can be credited with the...

After holding events in Uptown and Edgewater, Alderman Harry Osterman’s “Neighborhood Nights” comes to Andersonville tomorrow evening.  According to the 48th Ward office, the evening will be all about celebrating Daylight Savings with clothing discounts, food and wine samplings and exploring Clark Street’s vibrant business community. Jason Cox, Associate Director of the Andersonville Chamber...

The Loyola University’s “Lady Ramblers” women’s volleyball team is hosting youth clinics for young players aged 7-14 this winter.  The clinics will be run by current players and staff and provide an opportunity for youth to interact with the team while learning the fundamentals of the game.  All proceeds from the clinics go to...

Pauline's Restaurant, 1754 W Balmoral. Credit: Flickr/garysibio

Neighborhood taverns disappear from Chicago, other cities [USA Today]

Stabbing reported at Edgewater neighborhood condo [Chicago News Report]

Edgewater: Alleged crime at Bryn Mawr ‘L’; shoplifters hit CVS Pharmacy, says cops [Chicago News Report]

New: Ceres’ Table in Edgewater [Chicago Magazine]

Kelly Cassidy And Paula Basta, Two Democratic Lesbian Activists, Square Off In Tense Illinois Statehouse Race [Huffington Post]

It’s official, popular brunch spot The Bongo Room is opening a third location, this time right here in Andersonville.  It was about a year ago that we first reported that Bongo Room was searching for space in Andersonville, and this week the Andersonville Development Corporation confirmed with the Edgeville Buzz that a lease had...

The Area Three Detective Division issued the following community alert for the 1st, 18th, 19th, 20th and 24th Districts: Offenders are gaining entrance to residences, during the hours of 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. The offenders use a ruse to enter by telling the elderly victim that they work for the water department and need...

This isn’t your typical restaurant review because let’s face it, when you’re dining out you don’t expect to be the one slaving over the stove and you don’t often dine out at at a cooking utensils store. However, in this instance we did both. The Wooden Spoon (5047 N Clark) is located on the...

As you may know, the City of Chicago is in the process of installing a large scale bike sharing program across the city.  If you somehow missed that newsflash, check out this article from Grid Chicago.  The concept, similar to iGo, is designed to add another dimension to public transportation whereby a user can...

There are plenty of traditional Valentine’s Day options in the area, as we mentioned in a previous article, such as great dining options, candy/gift shops and florists in Edgewater and Andersonville.  But what if you don’t have a special someone, or simply aren’t feeling in a cupid-like mood?  There are plenty of non-traditional and...