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Andersonville Strip To Get A New Dunkin’ Donuts Location
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Urban Orchard opens on Clark Street
September 12, 2011 / By Lyle BrightYesterday morning I stopped by Andersonville’s Urban Orchard for their official opening. While the approachable and enthusiastic staff were busy stocking and merchandising the sales floor, the store has come together nicely. The former Urbanest space at 5212 N. Clark St. is expansive and decidedly minimalist, which serves to house the Urban Orchard model ideally. […]
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Read moreLakewood Balmoral yard sale in full swing
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Bad bike racks, bad bike parking?
September 7, 2011 / By Lyle BrightA local source recently directed us to DING DING Let’s Ride, which includes an incredible wealth of information on local cycling. The site even includes its very own Bike Parking Hall of Shame. That being said,
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Busy stretch of Foster Ave. being resurfaced
September 7, 2011 / By Lyle BrightFrom Harry Osterman’s most recent newsletter…. “Foster Avenue from Ashland to Sheridan will be resurfaced this fall.
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Those Were The Days Radio Players at EHS on September 10th
September 6, 2011 / By Lyle BrightThe Edgewater Historical Society once again plans to host a comedy hour courtesy of Those Were The Days Radio Players. The troupe will perform two half hour comedies from the Golden Age of Radio. Admission to the EHS is free, as is the show which begins at 2 PM that Saturday.
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Chartwells-Thomspon donates $30,000 for local students
September 1, 2011 / By Lyle BrightChartwells-Thompson Hospitality, the major school meals provider for Chicago Public Schools (CPS), has donated 2,700 school supplies kits, valued at more than $30,000, to Chicago children. This year’s donation marks the 11th year that Chartwells-Thompson has supported CPS’ back-to-school efforts. Bob Bloomer, Regional Vice President for Chartwells-Thompson Hospitality, joined State Senator Heather Steans, State Representative […]
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Volunteer at Senn High School!
August 25, 2011 / By Lyle BrightAs the new school year ramps up, Senn High School is in search of tutoring and mentoring volunteers. Tutoring runs from 3-4 PM Monday through Thursday in Senn’s library. Volunteers will be matched up with several students, and would commit to one hour per week. Mentoring also runs Monday through Friday, with mentors being partnered […]
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Mozart and Merlot at Unity Lutheran Church
August 25, 2011 / By Lyle BrightTomorrow evening, Unity Lutheran Church (1212 W Berwyn) is hosting a voice and trumpet recital featuring the sounds of Mozart as well as Bach, Strauss, Handel and other legendary composers. Complimentary wine and light refreshments will be served both before and after the recital. If you enjoy the sounds of the Classical era, then this […]
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“ChainLinks” gears up at Loyola
August 24, 2011 / By Lyle BrightChainLinks, a bike repair and rental business targeted at Loyola students opened this past Sunday. The initiative is another endeavor of Loyola Limited, which encompasses a varied group of businesses managed and run by students.
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Purple Asparagus hosting “Corks and Crayons” benefit on August 28th
August 24, 2011 / By Lyle BrightOn Sunday August 28th, local non-profit Purple Asparagus will present its 7th annual “Corks and Crayons” benefit. This year’s event will take place at Edgewater’s Uncommon Ground, located at 1401 W Devon. The benefit raises money to educate families on the importance of healthy, sustainable eating. This year’s event will include a raffle as well […]
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School Supplies Still Needed!
August 17, 2011 / By Lyle BrightLast month we posted about the 4th Annual School Supply drive presented by State Representative Kelly Cassidy,
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Metromix picks the top bars and restaurants in Andersonville
August 16, 2011 / By Lyle BrightAs summer 2011 begins to wind down, Metromix has released its list of Top Chicago Bars and Restaurants by Neighborhood. Each selection was chosen by category, with quite a few of the usual suspects included. Several of the categories are unique, however, including the best “bar for a drink with your dog” and best “burgers […]
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Got an Edgewater “L” stop you love to hate?
August 12, 2011 / By Lyle BrightIt’s that time of year again. Chicago’s tragically hip free daily, RedEye, is asking its readers to vote for the “crustiest” L station. Uptown’s charming Wilson stop captured the infamous title for the last two years in a row, but it remains to be seen if it can hold on to its crown. More provincially, […]
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Bananas Foster
August 10, 2011 / By Lyle BrightSeveral weekends ago, a friend and I took a short walk north to Bananas Foster Cafe. Located at 1147 W. Granville, the popular local spot was opened in February 2009 by owner
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