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Winter Wellness Guest Blog: Options Medical Weight Loss Lakeview
Winter Wellness partner Options Medical Weight Loss Lakeview guest blog on the importance of proper eating habits and the science behind it.
Winter Wellness Guest Blog: Discover CBD
Got questions about CBD? Discover CBD - Lakeview General Manager Marcy Alspach is here to answer in her Winter Wellness guest blog!
Save the Date: Winter Wellness
Throughout the month of January, our local health and wellness businesses will be offering special promotions and discounts to kick off the new year with intention. Whether you’re looking to start a mindfulness practice, address nagging aches and pains, or take your fitness to the next level, there’s something for everyone.
Offers will be listed on our webpage and available for the community from January 1-31st. Learn more at www.lakeviewroscoevillage.org/winterwellness
Announcing Shop for Schools on Oct 6 & 7
Shop for Schools is BACK! Join us on Wednesday, Oct 6 and Thursday Oct 7 from 11am - 8pm for the 13th annual Shop for Schools where participating businesses in Roscoe Village pledge to give back 20% of their sales to our local participating schools. Shoppers will be able to choose the school they would like their donation to go to upon purchasing. Give back to the school or your choice, or spread the wealth across all participating schools! Our chamber will donate up to $6,000 to the top 6 placing schools.
Volunteers Needed For Roscoe Village Burger Fest & Lakeview Taco Fest!
We’re still in need of volunteers to assist at the Roscoe Village Burger Fest beer tents from 6pm - 10pm this Saturday and Sunday. Sign up for a 4-hour shift and have fun slinging beers while supporting our chamber and the Roscoe Village community! You can also sign up to volunteer at the Lakeview Taco Fest beer tents on Sept. 18 and 19!
Give Back to Your Community By Volunteering At Upcoming Festivals Or Donating To Local Non-Profits
Give back to your community and have a great time slinging beers and connecting with neighbors by volunteering at Roscoe Village Burger Fest or Lakeview Taco Fest beer tents. Another great way to give back is by donating to local nonprofits! Read on to learn more.
It’s National Farmers Market Week!
National Farmers Market Week is happening now from August 1-7. This annual celebration highlights the vital role that farmers markets play in our food system. Farmers markets are often the ONLY source some folks can rely on for good food. During the pandemic, farmers markets have helped to keep people fed and bring communities together. The Low Line Market and the Roscoe Village Market are proud to be just two of so many incredible markets across the nation serving our communities and supporting the food system.
Shop Local for Back to School & Returning to the Office!
It's time to start shopping for back to school and fall at the office! Freshen up your look with new clothing & accessories from local boutiques along Roscoe St and Southport Corridor. If you're working from home, revamp your home office with candles, art & decor. Stroll the neighborhood or you can now shop small online with the Lakeview and Roscoe Village Online Marketplace, sponsored by Leigh Marcus and Bright Smiles Pediatric Dentistry featuring a curated selection of products and services from boutique retailers, restaurants, health & wellness businesses, and more.
Weekly Summer Events In Lakeview & Roscoe Village
From farmers markets and porch concerts to outdoor fitness classes, we’ve got your plans covered. Check out our weekly summer events and make plans to stop by to meet new people and have new adventures in your community!
Locals Guide to a Cubs Game Day in the Southport Corridor
You can hear the cheers from Wrigley Field and feel the energy of fans walking around in their Cubs gear on game days along the Southport Corridor. Read our guide for how to make the most of a Cubs game day with shops and restaurants along the Southport Corridor and explore the area with a fun neighborhood art walking tour!
Local Business Spotlight - Plump Room
Meet Brittany Dickinson, owner of Plump Room, a new luxurious Botox bar in Lakeview. Brittany was actually introduced to the world of injectables as a dentist. Read on to find out how the quarantine period in 2020 gave Brittany the idea to start an injectables boutique and what she loves about running her business.
Chicago Restaurant Week: March 19 - April 4
Choose Chicago’s Chicago Restaurant Week is almost here! Running from March 19 - April 4, diners can enjoy special prix fixe menus from restaurants throughout Chicago, including some delicious spots in Lakeview and Roscoe Village. Diners will have the flexibility to experience Chicago Restaurant Week through indoor and outdoor dining, or at home with delivery and takeout options.
Local Business Spotlight - Lugertha Rose Modeling Agency
Meet owner Jemal Lavan Hancock and board president, Mr. Raymundo Santana Jr. of Lugertha Rose Modeling Agency and producers of the fine art magazine, Beauty Thru the Lens. Through their online magazine, they aim to show you the best of fine art from different parts of the world. Read our interview with Jemal Lavan to learn more.
Local Business Spotlight - Josh Beaton Photography
Meet Josh Beaton, owner of Josh Beaton Photography. He photographs in a very dramatic, moody style that could live on the pages of any current fashion magazine. His favorite part about his job is seeing the confidence shine through his clients once they see their portraits. Read our interview with Josh to learn more about how he started his business and hobbies he has outside of his work.
The Perfect Snow Day in Lakeview and Roscoe Village
With all the snow we’ve been getting lately, we are thinking about all the fun ways to spend a snow day in our neighborhoods. Check out our itineraries that you can enjoy with family, friends or solo in Lakeview or Roscoe Village!
Local Business Spotlight: Pioneer Realty Group
Meet Helen Bailey and Sean Flynt, owners of Pioneer Realty Group. They opened their office on Lincoln Ave in 2017 and have loved running their own business ever since, from seeing their staff grow to being able to work together as a married couple. Read our interview with them to learn more and hear some of their favorite spots in Lakeview!
Valentine’s Day Specials
We are feeling the love just looking at these festive donuts. Read on for some amazing deals and special offerings from local businesses this Valentine’s Day.
Make Local Retailers Your Valentine This Holiday
We love love. And we love our neighborhood community. So in the spirit of Valentine's Day, here's the best way to show some love to your local retailers.
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