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Join Us For Our Virtual Annual Meeting!
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Join Us For Our Virtual Annual Meeting!

Join the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce for our virtual 2022 Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 17th at 9AM. Be among the first to hear our plans for 2022, enjoy entertainment from a local Porchfest artist, and help us recognize the success of our incredible business community over the past year. Special thanks to our generous sponsor Central Savings.

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City of Chicago announces permits for Sidewalk Signs to be available as of March 1, 2022
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City of Chicago announces permits for Sidewalk Signs to be available as of March 1, 2022

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) recently announced sidewalk signs (e.g. A-frame, T-frame, or other temporary self-supporting type signs, placed on the public way) will be allowed in the City of Chicago by obtaining the proper City permit. Street-front businesses will now be able to use sidewalk signs to advertise their business safely and effectively from the sidewalk.

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How to Reduce Restaurant Food Costs in 2022
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How to Reduce Restaurant Food Costs in 2022

Running a restaurant has never been for the faint of heart, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only made staying afloat even harder. Labor shortages, supply chain issues, sick employees, not enough financial assistance, hesitant diners- the list goes on and on and we know if you’re running a restaurant right now this is by no means breaking news. 

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Check Out the Menus For Lakeview Roscoe Village Restaurant Week
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Check Out the Menus For Lakeview Roscoe Village Restaurant Week

Taste the best our neighborhoods have to offer with special prix fixe menus available for takeout or dine-in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Feel great about ordering any prix fixe menu, as $3 will be added to each order to be donated to local food pantries, Lakeview Pantry and Common Pantry, or other neighborhood non-profits. When you dine at local restaurants for Lakeview Roscoe Village Restaurant Week, you can enter to win local prizes, such as gift cards to neighborhood restaurants or a $100 Lakeview Rosoce Village Gift Card!

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Apply for the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant Program By March 1
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Apply for the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant Program By March 1

Do you want to bring an event to the Special Service Area (SSA) 27 in Lakeview? Apply for the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant program where you can get up to $5,000 in funding and technical support for your event. Now in its fifth year, this program is designed to support the development of more events and public programming for the Lakeview SSA 27 community, with the goal of creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike. Both individuals and organizations in and out of Lakeview are encouraged to apply for this grant before the application deadline on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

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Chicago Theatre Week
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Chicago Theatre Week

Celebrating its 10th year, Chicago Theatre Week gives you the opportunity to sample the extraordinary range of theatrical offerings throughout the Chicago area at just $15 or $30 a ticket! Check out musicals, improv, drama and more as you experience the thrill of live theatre from Feb. 17 - 27, 2022!

Mercury Theater is participating by offering tickets for only $30 to their production of Women of Soul, which honors some of the greatest divas of our time including Whitney Houston, Donna Summer, Diana Ross, Janet Jackson and Janis Joplin. This concert recognizes the struggles and triumphs these women went through to reach the pinnacle of their success. Get your tickets here using the promo code "CTW22".

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How Are You Celebrating Black History Month?
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How Are You Celebrating Black History Month?

Invest in Black-owned businesses as one way you can celebrate Black History Month. You can start local by checking out these wonderful businesses and organizations in our community, including Coffee Hip Hip and Mental Health, Recycled Modern and Cuba 312.

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Win Prizes and Spread Love to Retailers When You Shop Local on Feb. 12 & 13!
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Win Prizes and Spread Love to Retailers When You Shop Local on Feb. 12 & 13!

Shop! In the Name of Love on Sat, 2/12 and Sun, 2/13 for your chance to win AMAZING prizes from local businesses while spreading love by shopping small. Shop at participating stores to receive a Valentine’s Day card and chocolate heart. If the card says “WINNER”, you are one of the lucky winners of a local prize valued between $15 - $100!

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Lakeview & Roscoe Village
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Lakeview & Roscoe Village

From fun in-store shopping events at Moondance, Niczka’s Studio and Stella Blue Design to special Valentine’s Day offerings at Ki House, Dip & Sip Donuts and B Collective, there’s so much to check out at local stores. Plus, enjoy memorable experiences from dining at local restaurants, such as Reclaimed Bar & Restaurant or Dear Margaret, taking free yoga classes at The Peace School or enjoying tea time with a friend at Botanical Cafe. Read on to learn more about special discounts, offerings and events in Lakeview & Roscoe Village!

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Celebrating Black History Month: SCORE for Black Entrepreneurs
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Celebrating Black History Month: SCORE for Black Entrepreneurs

Right now, Black entrepreneurs are facing unique barriers to business success. At SCORE, they’re working to change that by removing those obstacles and providing Black small business owners with access to personalized support. That’s why they created SCORE for Black Entrepreneurs: to meet you where you are and get you where you want to go.

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Business Spotlight - Lakeview Center for Psychotherapy
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Business Spotlight - Lakeview Center for Psychotherapy

Meet Niquie Dworkin, the Co-Director of Lakeview Center for Psychotherapy, a collaborative group of independent therapists in private practice. Their flexible approach combines the strengths of different types of therapy, and they can match you with a therapist who has the right approach for you. Read our interview to learn more about Niquie and her business.

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Take SBAC’s Neighborhood Revitalization Survey

Thriving commercial corridors and neighborhood business districts can support local communities across Chicago and Cook County. However, many commercial corridors are struggling. Small Business Advocacy Council (SBAC) is looking for your feedback and insight on how to revitalize and empower commercial corridors. Please take a moment to fill out this short survey so they can better understand the needs of the community and the initiatives that will make the biggest impact!

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