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Archive for May, 2011
His Stuff: Final Sale
Andersonville’s His Stuff (5314 N Clark) closed it’s doors a few weeks back, but they’ll be opening for two days this week to get rid of anything that remains in the store.
Alderman Osterman hosting Open House
48th Ward Harry Osterman will host an open house at his office at 5533 N Broadway this Saturday, June 4th from 10AM – 2PM.
Just Energy soliciting in the area
Check out this informative thread of conversation on EveryBlockChicago. Apparently Just Energy sales reps have been going door to door in the area – make sure to read the thread and watch the CBS2 video report before signing up for this service. If you’re not expecting a visitor, do not answer your buzzer or...
Robbery on Red Line at Berwyn
A woman had her iPhone stolen from her hands on a CTA Red Line train just after midnight early Sunday morning, according to the Chicago News Report.
The Cherry Orchard @ Raven Theatre
The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov, directed by Michael Menendian Previews: Tuesday, May 31 through Saturday, June 4 at 8:00 p.m. Opening Night: Sunday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m. Performances continue through July 23, 2011: Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. All performances take place on Raven Theatre’s East...
Sale at Broadway Antique Market
A reader informs us that Broadway Antiques (6130 N Broadway) is having a sale through Tuesday.
Edgewater Historical Society LGBT Pride Exhibit
The Edgewater Historical Society opens its newest exhibit, “Edgewater Pride, Opression to Expression,” next weekend with a free cocktail reception on Friday, June 3rd at 7PM. The exhibit celebrates the LGBT community in Edgewater while chronicling the history of businesses, leaders, and organizations that have made contributions to establishing equality and making our neighborhood what...
Chimney Cake Island featured on Hungry Hound
We first announced that Chimney Cake Island opened in Edgewater in January, but if you have yet to experience the bakery and are wondering what a chimney cake is check out this video by ABC7′s Hungry Hound.
Another shooting on Ashland (or Broadway?)
This occurs less than ONE WEEK after last weekend’s events where a shooting broke out on Ashland near Chase Park at Leland and ended up in a chase towards Clark Street.
Memorial Day Parade details
The annual Amvets Memorial Day Parade begins at 10:15AM on Monday, May 30th.
More info regarding Lickity Splits
Lickity Split (6056 N Broadway) joins the “progress has been made, but when will they open” group of businesses in Edgewater such as Nookie’s, Burke’s Public House, Lady Gregory and Burger Philosophy. Lickity Split has a website up and they appear to be hiring their staff. The plan is to hopefully open by the...
Boot Camp @ Know No Limits
If you’ve been looking to get in shape or desperately need help establishing a fitness routine that works, then you may want to put on some gym shoes and head over to Know No Limits for their BootCamp 101! The first session starts June 6th and includes personalized coaching, help setting goals, structured workouts,...
Big Jones constructing outdoor patio
It looks like Andersonville’s Big Jones restaurant is constructing a patio for the summer season. While there isn’t much to see as of yet, once it’s complete it should be a perfect space to enjoy their southern coastal cooking.
Saturday: Pack the car!
Saturday, May 28th – 9AM – Noon ~ Corner of Clark and Berwyn benefiting Care For Real What is being accepted? * non perishable food * new toiletries * baby food * diapers * new or gently used clothing * new house ware essentials * pet food *
