Since June 1, 2011, Haymaker has been an area gem by offering amazing locally made goods to the community. Located at 5507 North Clark, Haymaker, though financially secure according to their Facebook page, could not continue with current market changes and a big 40% increase in rent. They also were only offered a 1...

The Edgewater Chamber of Commerce Names New Executive Director Edgewater, Chicago, IL – January 3, 2014 – The Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Katrina Balog is the new executive director effective January 2, 2014. As executive director, she will serve 130 Chamber member businesses by providing strong leadership and business...

What was supposed to be the first day back to work for many who have been on holiday, and the first day back to school for students in 2014, is now expected to be the coldest day in Chicago in close to 30 years. Monday, January 6th 2014 is said to have a high...

Residing along the lake on Chicago’s north side means living in the lake effect snow that blows bitterly on weeks like this one. Single digits are in the forecast for days ahead and with that to look forward to, it could sound more enticing to stay at home instead of braving the weather for...

With 2013 ending, 4 of the top 5 Gay bars in Chicago are in Edgewater/Andersonville according to Yelp. It shows a popularity shift from larger Boystown bars to smaller neighborhood bars such as Marty’s Martini Bar and long time watering hole veteran Big Chicks. Here are the results: No. 1 — Marty’s Martini Bar...

On New Years Day, 18 year old Broderick Epps of Skokie car jacked a young woman on the 1100 Bock of Ardmore around 10pm, indicating he had a gun. The man demanded cash from the woman. When she told him she did not have any he ordered her to call her fiancee to get...

Written on the red and yellow walls of the Ann Sathers Andersonville location reads “God Mat Husmanskost Fram Kallar Minnen Om Barndomen.” Long time waitress, Ella Pietch tells me it is a Swedish saying that translates to, “Good food brings back childhood memories”. When I think of Ann Sathers, my godmother comes to mind....

Reza’s Restaurant would like to thank Andersonville with 20% off your dining bill to EdgevilleBuzz readers. Simply print this page and present to your server January 2-31, 2014. Dine In Only, Andersonville location, Excludes Buffets, other restrictions may apply.

Icosium Kafe, located on the NorthWest corner of Foster and Clark recently locked its doors and posted a hand written note on the door. That paper explained that after 8 years of cooking up delicious crepes and making made-to-order salads, the chef has decided to hang up his apron. The news seemed to come...

Though not to the extent of states such as California and Colorado, marijuana will be legal in Illinois for those with an illness. The law does not take effect for several months while law makers try to figure out all the particulars, but they vow the toughest restrictions in the nation. • Patients will...

Edgewater offers many unique entertainment options but one truly stands out to me because it offers great comedy talent every first Friday of the month… and it’ FREE! HERE IS YOUR ALIBI is edge water’s free stand up comedy showcase hosted by Lev Kalmens. The diverse comedy talent and relaxed atmosphere has been announced...

The Brixton at 5420 N Clark Street is one of newest restaurant-bars in Edgewater. The friendly, relaxed cocktail lounge is a welcome addition to the popular Andersonville neighborhood. On Saturday, December 22 a group of six of us visited for a little pre-holiday get together. The entire staff from Erica the friendly hostess and...

EdgevilleBuzz.com would like to wish you a very special Seasons Greetings. We will not be blogging the next couple days due to the Holiday. There is a lot in store for the New Year including introducing a few new writers and local promotions. All the best.

Daniel Zagotta
Publisher, EdgevilleBuzz.com

Berwyn/Clark Intersevtion

On Saturday, when I was at Starbuck’s, I was brought out of my caffeine buzz by a firetruck and a few police vehicles at the intersection of Berwyn and Clark in the heart of Andersonville. It looked as though an elderly woman accidentally started driving down the wrong way on Berwyn and swerved to miss hitting a car. She did avoid the vehicle but took out a metal bench, a sign and a pay box. Luckily, no one was hurt but it got me thinking how dangerous that intersection is. It is a corner where many pedestrians, increasing bicyclists and streets crowded with cars meet with only a stop sign keeping them from running into one another. This cross alone has many stories of people getting hit by cars including my own few close calls over the years. I do think that the “Stop for Pedestrian” signs in the middle of streets at crosswalks have worked very well but with population increasing in the neighborhood, accidents will arise.

So this is a question for the readers. What intersections do you feel are Edgewater’s/Andersonville’s worst? From your responses, I will compile a final poll in which I will present to officials. Please be brief in your responses. Thanks all and be careful this Holiday season.