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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!
10 Days Until PorchFest Roscoe Village - Get Your Tickets Today!
Join us for PorchFest Roscoe Village on Sunday, August 29 from 1-5pm, featuring 40 musical acts performing across 15 front porches in Roscoe Village! Enjoy this intimate live music experience in a socially distanced environment while connecting with neighbors and supporting local musicians. Get your ticket to receive an event map and music schedule!
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!
Roscoe Village Farmers Market Starts on Sunday, June 13!
We can’t keep it a secret any longer! We are excited to announce the opening season of the Roscoe Village Farmers Market! This market will provide local, sustainably produced foods to the Roscoe Village community on Sundays from 9:30am - 2pm starting June 13 through October 17 at Jahn Elementary. Get ready to enjoy local produce along with vendors offering fresh breads, pastries, cheeses, coffee, and even ice cream! By prioritizing dedicated, local farmers and makers within walking distance for the community, the market will be a hub of sustainability for shoppers and vendors alike. We look forward to seeing you at the market
Thank you to our market sponsor, Rush University, and local partners Roscoe Village Neighbors and Ward 32 Alderman Scott Waguespack.
Sign Up For RVN’s Clean & Green Day!
In honor of Earth Day, the Roscoe Village Neighbors are looking for volunteers to take part in their annual Clean and Green Day on April 24! Sign up to help clean up the neighborhood. All volunteers will be provided with tools, clean-up bags and gloves. Participants will meet outside of Commonwealth Tavern at 9 am. Register here to participate.
Locals Guide to a Cubs Game Day in Roscoe Village
Roscoe Village is just west of Wrigley Field and a great place to catch the Addison bus to take you to the stadium or enjoy a lovely stroll while browsing neighborhood shops and stopping at a local bar for a drink. Check out how you can enjoy Cubs game day celebrations in Roscoe Village whether you’re watching the game at Wrigley Field or in front of the TV.
Enjoy a Scavenger Hunt & Easter Bunny Photos at the Belmont Bunny Hop!
Hop on over to Belmont Avenue for this year’s Belmont Bunny Hop! This event features socially distant family activities to put a spring back in your step. Join us for a virtual scavenger hunt outside of participating Belmont businesses from March 21 - April 4 and sign up for a photo session with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 27 or Sunday, March 28!
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.
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: Brick and Cake
Meet Ernesto Luthje, owner of Brick and Cake, a new bakery that opened in Roscoe Village during the pandemic. Read our interview with Ernesto for the inspiring story of how he started his own business and the reason behind his bakery's name.
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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