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Contents Welcome to Northcenter....................................................... 2 Chamber of Commerce President James Gates................. 2 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin....................................... 2 Northcenter is....................................................................... 3 About the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce.................... 4 Becoming a Member.......................................................... 4 Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Staff.......................... 5

2021 Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors ........................................... 5 SSA #38 ............................................................................. 5 Featured Businesses............................................................ 6 Northcenter Community Map................................................7 Restaurants & Entertainment............................................... 8 Classes/Schools/Youth Services & Programs......................12 Community & Nonprofit Organizations/ Services/Spiritual/Worship..................................................16 Healthcare/Fitness/Wellness.............................................. 20 New Businesses Thriving in Northcenter............................ 24 Real Estate/Real Estate Services........................................ 28 Retail and Service Businesses............................................ 32 Collaboration Powers Northcenter Through 2020............. 39 Local Pantries Feeding Our Communities.......................... 44 Business Index.................................................................... 46 Business Categories............................................................47 Advertisers......................................................................... 48

Northcenter Chamber of Commerce 4054 N. Lincoln Avenue Chicago, IL 60618 p: (773) 525-3609 info@northcenterchamber.com northcenterchamber.com Information was compiled and published July 2021 by the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in this directory.

The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce cannot guarantee the correctness of all the information available to us and assumes no liability arising from error or omission. Send all comments to: Northcenter Chamber of Commerce, 4054 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60618. Copyright 2021, the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. All rights reserved.

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Welcome to Northcenter Chamber of Commerce President James Gates Hello! This is James, president of your Northcenter Chamber of Commerce.

After a year inside, it feels great to return to the Northcenter neighborhood and see exciting signs of public life. Amidst the challenges, we saw new shops and restaurants open, neighbors gathering to exercise and play at our revamped Northcenter Town Square, and the community coming together to support one another.

I want to thank each and every one of you who have supported our small business community, donated and volunteered for our local schools and nonprofits, and helped make the Town Square a dynamic community space.

Since 1946, the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce has been committed to strengthening the business community and fostering the health and well-being of our neighborhood. From a small group of local merchants then, to a nearly 450 member organization today, our growth as one of our city’s largest and most active civic associations is a testament to the vibrance and endurance of the entrepreneurial spirit of our beloved neighborhood.

That spirit is eternal, and in the coming days, weeks, and months, I know it will be on full display in Northcenter storefronts and streets, but most importantly, in our hearts. We encourage you, our neighbors, to keep that spirit alive by supporting our independent local businesses when planning your date nights or family outings, shopping for gifts or choosing after-school activities for your kids.

47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin Dear Neighbors, Northcenter is known for its excellent schools, vibrant commercial corridors, and beautiful parks and playlots. Many members of our ward take pride in living in such a welcoming and close-knit neighborhood, and thousands of residents from throughout our city frequently travel to Northcenter to take advantage of its many culinary and cultural offerings.

Our local businesses play a central role in making our neighborhoods the dynamic and unique places they are, and this is as true in Northcenter as anywhere else. From taverns and coffee shops to specialty retail and professional services, small businesses in Northcenter help make the neighborhood special. That’s why I will be proud, as your alderman, to support them by ensuring that, despite the challenges we face, the neighborhood and its local economy will continue to thrive for years to come. I look forward to doing this work alongside you.

As we work to achieve a new sense of normalcy amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office—whether to simply say hello, or to share your thoughts and vision on how we can build an even stronger community.

Yours in service, Alderman Matt Martin

I strongly encourage you to reach out to the Northcenter Chamber in good times and bad. We’re here for you.

Please know that my team and I will always do our utmost to lend a hand and support you in any—and every—way possible.

Welcome to Northcenter. We’re so glad you’re here.

Sincerely, James Gates President, Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Photo Credit: Steven E. Gross

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Northcenter is...

Community-minded

From families who have been in the neighborhood for decades to a new influx of young professionals, Northcenter combines big-city life with a neighborly attitude. Community events such as the Northcenter Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series bring people from all walks of life together. Four Chicago Park District parks serve the neighborhood, and the recently renovated Northcenter Town Square has given the neighborhood another dynamic gathering place. You will also find plenty of organizations and service providers improving quality of life for veterans, youth, senior citizens and disabled neighbors, as well as religious communities for many faiths.

Connected

A variety of transit options conveniently connect Northcenter to the whole city. Three CTA Brown Line stations, a nearby Ravenswood Metra station and key bus routes along Irving Park, Damen, Ashland and Western make Northcenter a hub for North Side travel. For more active commuters, Northcenter is one of the city’s most bike-friendly neighborhoods, with designated bike lanes on Damen Avenue, shared lanes on Lincoln and 17 bike-sharing stations located throughout the Northcenter neighborhood.

Craveable

Whether you enjoy Michelin guide-acclaimed gastronomic delights, hidden neighborhood comfort-food dives or authentic regional cuisines from around the globe, Northcenter has mouthwatering dining options for all tastes. If you are looking for a drink afterwards, you can find everything from exquisite craft cocktails to $1 cans at one of more than 30 neighborhood bars and taverns. In 2016, The Hop Review readers named Northcenter the best Chicago neighborhood for beer. With acclaimed breweries like Begyle Brewing, Dovetail Brewery, Burning Bush and the incoming Hop Butcher, Northcenter is the beating heart of Chicago’s craft brew movement.

Creative

You don’t have to go downtown or to Second City to enjoy a great night out at the theatre. Northcenter has some of the city’s best performing arts gems. Enjoy Chicago’s most beloved art form—improv comedy—at Cornservatory or Bughouse Theater. Music lovers will fall for Martyrs’, one of Chicago’s top spots for great local and national musical acts. Check out acclaimed live theatre right here at Windy City Playhouse and Ghostlight Ensemble, or visit any number of local pubs for captivating storytelling and “live lit” nights. In the summer, many of these storytelling and performance groups gather for open-air performances in the new Northcenter Town Square.

And when it comes to locally-inspired shopping, Northcenter is one of Chicago’s “most creator-influenced neighborhoods,” according to Do312. Be sure to check out the “Makers and Merchants” row on Lincoln Avenue, south of Irving Park, for beautiful furniture, handmade accessories and more.

Eclectic

Independent businesses and mom ‘n’ pop shops are the backbone of any community, and Northcenter has some of Chicago’s best hidden gems. From games and comic books to handmade jewelry and accessories; from craft brews to crafting supplies, your new favorite store is around the corner, so go ahead and treat yourself.

Scholarly

Bell Elementary and Coonley Elementary are two of the finest schools in the Chicago Public School system. Ravenswood School, a fine arts-focused neighborhood magnet, has a fabulous school community. A robust private school selection rounds out your great education options, and the influx of new families has brought a number of new high-quality early childhood care centers to Northcenter.

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About the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Since 1946, the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce has committed to strengthening the vibrant Northcenter business community and promoting the well-being of the neighborhood.

What began as a small merchants’ organization has evolved into one of Chicago’s largest and most active neighborhood small business organizations.

The Chamber employs a variety of programs, events and initiatives to connect our local businesses to the community, and to each other. From a robust marketing program to fun business-to-business events, from educational programming to public works initiatives like our recent Town Square redevelopment efforts, the Chamber is always seeking new ways to serve and enhance the Northcenter neighborhood.

A packed calendar of free, seasonal community programming, including our Halloween Trick-or-Treat, Farmers Market, Summer Concert Series, Veterans Day Observance and Small Business Saturday, combines neighborhood fun for all ages with opportunities for businesses and residents to engage with one another.

For more than 20 years, the Northcenter Chamber has hosted one of Chicago’s signature summer events, Ribfest Chicago, which introduces 50,000 guests annually to our amazing neighborhood and its merchants. Reinvesting in our community is a top priority, and since 2008, the Northcenter Chamber has contributed more than $400,000 to local schools and nonprofits through its innovative Ribfest Chicago philanthropy programs.

Becoming a Member Be a Voice in Your Community!

Now more than ever, the Chamber is here to support our local businesses. Whether you’re well established in the neighborhood or just starting out, we offer a variety of services that help grow your business and strengthen your business community. You don’t have a brick and mortar storefront to take advantage of what the Chamber has to offer; many of our members are professionals who live and conduct business in the neighborhood.

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Benefits of Chamber membership include:

• Marketing opportunities through newsletters & a robust social media program

• Listings on the Chamber website & in the annual directory • A set of mailing labels to reach other Chamber members with promotion initiatives • Updates about important community information and resources • Job and deal postings through the Chamber website and digital marketing channels • Promotional opportunities at seasonal community events, including Hop ‘n’ Stop, Summer Concert Series and Trick-orTreat.

• Exposure from Ribfest Chicago, one of Chicago’s largest summer street festivals • Access to networking, social and business-to-business events • Opportunities to build relationships in the community

Even when there’s not an event opportunity, the Northcenter Chamber is there for you. If you need a local specialist, are looking to work with another business or want exposure within a certain area, contact the Chamber and we can help! Together, we can continue building a vibrant, collaborative business community.

Support when you need it most.

Small businesses are facing unprecedented challenges, and the Northcenter Chamber works diligently to equip you with the information and resources to adapt, survive and thrive. In addition to regular communication about safety updates, access to capital and other resources, the Chamber has assisted with everything from navigating expanded outdoor dining permits to engaging virtual events to promote members, from sharing our members’ updates via digital communications to distributing PPE to members to protect them and their staff as they reopen.

And we are always seeking out new ways to help! Connect with us to learn more about how the Chamber can support you now, and in the years to come.

Go Beyond the Guide!

For regular information about local businesses, dynamic events, great deals from your favorite local shops and restaurants and much more, be sure to sign up for our Northcenter Chamber newsletters! Sign up at our website, northcenterchamber.com,

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SSA #38

Linday Eanet Executive Director

Special Service Area #38 was created in 2006 to provide enhanced cleaning, landscaping, snow removal and other services on Northcenter’s primary streets and to help promote Northcenter as a vibrant community for residents and business owners. The SSA provides a locally controlled way for the community to implement enhancements in the way neighborhood stakeholders envision them, and ensures that local tax dollars are reinvested in the community, going to services that directly benefit the community.

Eileen Keleghan Associate Director Brittany Gillespie Office & Events Manager

2021 Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Executive Committee

Jamie Gates, James Gates Consulting & CityBase President | Marketing, PR and Technology Committee Sarah Spraker, Concordia Place Vice President of Events | Ribfest Chicago Committee, Community Events Committee, Philanthropy Committee Joe Wilcox, The Wilcox Company Vice President of Administration | Ribfest Chicago Committee, Neighborhood Assets & Enhancements Committee Joel Lefkowitz, Wintrust Treasurer | Finance/Audit Committee, Membership Committee Jack Lydon, Gomberg Sharfman, PC Secretary | Neighborhood Assets & Enhancements Committee, Ribfest Chicago Committee

SSA #38 is a “clean and green” SSA, focusing on core supplemental services to improve the safety and aesthetic appeal of the Northcenter neighborhood’s key streets, therefore beautifying the community and contributing to the value of local businesses and homes. Over the past year, SSA #38 provided Northcenter with sidewalk snow removal, litter pickup and sidewalk maintenance, weed removal and planting and maintenance of the sidewalk planters, hanging baskets and pedestal beds around the neighborhood, as well as maintenance of the Irving Park Road streetscape between Ravenswood Avenue and the Chicago River.

SSA #38 is expecting great things in the years to come, including focusing more efforts on developing our neighborhood public spaces such as Northcenter Town Square and the continued growth of the Retail Northcenter initiative, which connects prospective business owners to vacant properties in the area.

For more information about SSA #38, please visit the Chamber website at northcenterchamber.com.

Directors

Sheryl Cohen Becker, Guaranteed Rate Membership Committee James Erwin, Erwin Law Office Bylaws, Policy & Procedures Committee Claire Haasl, David L. Hoyt Education Foundation Community Events Committee, Philanthropy Committee Kevin Krasney, Cole’s Appliance & Furniture Co. Ribfest Chicago Committee Benjamin Kennedy, Kennedy Mann Architecture Neighborhood Assets & Enhancements Committee, Ribfest Chicago Committee Tim Shepardson, ROCKS Northcenter Ribfest Chicago Committee Maria Trejo, Wintrust Finance/Audit Committee

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Featured Businesses

Northcenter Community Map

Northcenter has a lot to offer. Learn more about these featured businesses and organizations.

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Basant 1939 W. Byron St............................................................................10 2. B lue Bird Day 1921 W. Irving Park Rd...................................................................18 3. C hicago City Soccer Club 1414 W. Irving Park Rd...................................................................30 4.

Cobblestone Restaurant 4337 N. Lincoln Ave.......................................................................10 5. M idwest Aikido Center 4349 N. Damen Ave.....................................................................30 6. Natural Touch Chiropractic Center 4361 N. Lincoln Ave......................................................................43 7.

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Businesses Serving the Northcenter Community Cindi Sodolski Group 2350 N. Lincoln Ave., 3rd. Fl............................................................43 Kids’ Work Chicago Too 3429 N. California................................................................................14 Great Lakes Clinical Trials 5149 N. Ashland Ave...........................................................................18 Maribel Selva, Coldwell Banker Realty.........................................43 Ultimate Ninjas 2915 W. Montrose................................................................................. 3

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Restaurants & Entertainment

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BAKERIES

COFFEE SHOPS

MOVIE THEATER

Blue Sky Bakery & Cafe 3720 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 880-9910 https://www.blue-sky-bakery.org/

Botanical Cafe 3740 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 815-7515 https://www.facebook.com/ Botanicalcafechicago/

Davis Theater 4614 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 769-3999 http://www.davistheater.com

Cookie Spin 4350 N. Leavitt St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 739-9400 http://cookiespinchicago.com/

Dip and Sip Donuts

2256 W. Roscoe St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 661-1464 https://www.dipandsipdonut.com/ Xurro - Churro Factory 3927 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 904-7649 https://www.churrofactory.com/

BARS, BREWERIES & TAP ROOMS Begyle Brewing Co. 1800 W. Cuyler Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 661-6963 http://begylebrewing.com Burning Bush Brewery 4014 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 773-681-0215 https://www.burningbushbrewery.com/ Cork Lounge 1822 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 404-5318 http://www.corklounge.com

Coffee Joint 2059 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 629-1725 https://coffeejoint.com/ Red Eyes Coffee 4164 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-9478 https://www.facebook.com/Red-EyesCoffee-120355001310599/

LIVE MUSIC Martyrs’ 3855 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 404-9494 http://www.martyrslive.com

LIVE THEATER/PRODUCTION Bughouse Theater 1910 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 998-1284 http://www.bughousetheater.com Corn Productions 4210 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 650-1331 http://www.cornservatory.org

PIZZERIAS Bartoli’s Pizzeria 1955 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-0455 https://www.bartolispizzeria.com/ Chicago’s Pizza 1919 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 348-1700 http://www.chicagos-pizza.com Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria 4340 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 654-4000 http://www.loumalnatis.com Tortorice’s Pizza 2101 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 583-4200 http://tortoricespizza.com

PRIVATE SOCIAL CLUB Birch Road Cellar 2002 W. Roscoe St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 715-7774 https://www.birchroadcellar.com/

RESTAURANTS*

Eclipse Theatre Company 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 602 B Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 869-4870 http://www.eclipsetheatre.com/

A.J. Hudson’s Public House 3801 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 348-2767 http://www.ajhudsonspublichouse.com

Erasing the Distance 1821 W. Hubbard St., Ste. 205 Chicago, IL 60622 (872) 529-1383 http://erasingthedistance.org/

Basant 1939 W. Byron St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 770-3616 http://www.basantchicago.com

BOWLING CENTER

Ghostlight Ensemble Theatre Company 4453 N. Albany Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 377-5342 http://www.ghostlightensemble.com

Brownstone Tavern & Grill 3937 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 528-3700 http://www.brownstonetavern.com

Waveland Bowl 3700 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 472-5900 http://www.WavelandBowl.com

Windy City Playhouse 3014 W. Irving Park Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 374-3196 http://windycityplayhouse.com/

Byron’s Hot Dogs

Dovetail Brewery 1800 W. Belle Plaine Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 558-7553 http://dovetailbrewery.com Half Acre Beer Company 2050 W. Balmoral Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 754-8488 http://www.halfacrebeer.com

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1701 W. Lawrence Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 271-0900 http://www.byronshotdogs.com

Celtic Crown Public House 2356 W. Cullom Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 588-1110 http://www.celticcrownpub.com Cobblestone Restaurant 4337 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 935-2255 http://Cobblestone-Chicago.com Gannon’s Pub 4264 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 281-1007 http://gannonspub.com House of Wah Sun 4319 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 477-0801 http://www.houseofwahsunchicago.com Jerry’s Sandwiches 4739 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 344-9379 https://www.jerryssandwiches.com/ Laschet’s Inn 2119 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-7915 http://www.laschetsinn.com LC Pho 2739 W. Lawrence Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (872) 208-7606 https://www.facebook.com/LCRestaurant/ Mi Fogata Restaurant 4322 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (872) 208-5710 http://mifogata18.com Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro 3905 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-3905 http://www.irishbistro.com O’Donovan’s Pub & Restaurant 2100 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-2100 http://www.odonovansbar.com Poke Burrito North Center 4301 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (847) 904-3600 http://pokeburritochicago.com

Bringing back the joy.

Birch Road Cellar

A new kind of social club.

Take a peek.

Book a tour.

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Cobblestone Restaurant

European Bistro and Cider House Eclectic European cuisine Craft beer, specialty cocktails and ciders Events and private parties welcome, ample outdoor space

Dinner Tue–Fri Sat–Sun

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Brunch Launching in August!

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The Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club is proud to be celebrating its 90th anniversary serving the Northcenter community and beyond. NBGC has served four generations of boys and girls, with athletic, after school, remote learning assistance, summer programs and leadership programs.

Located at Revere Park, NBGC’s rich history parallels that of Northcenter. Robert Buehler, whose family owned the local Victor Comptometer business (now Basic Wire & Cable), founded the club. In early 1932, a cottage on the corner of Irving & Campbell, first used as offices for a brick factory and then as the fieldhouse for the River Park District, soon became the clubhouse. As the neighborhood grew, so did NBGC.

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club 2501 W. Irving Park Rd.

Since then, thousands of young people have enjoyed the programs at NBGC, making

lifelong friends. Kids learn the lessons of sportsmanship and teamwork in a year-round program where “everyone plays.” They grow up and become leaders, go to school with scholarships earned at the club, becoming effective participants in industry, education and public service. Most importantly, NBGC’s members demonstrate the club’s motto, “For Better Men and Women,” as they make their place in our community.

The Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, independent organization, not affiliated with other Boys & Girls Clubs. As it has been throughout its 90-year history, NBGC continues to be a benefactor of the generosity of Northcenter’s businesses, the public sector and most importantly families of our community, evidenced by their support of significant enhancements made to the club’s facilities these past 10 years.

Northcenter is ... Community-minded. Craveable. eclectic.

Basant 1939 W. Byron St.

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Basant takes its name from a traditional festival in India that celebrates the first day of Spring. This new restaurant carries on that theme of new beginnings by bringing together tradition and innovation through food.

Owner Jeet Singh’s vision for Basant is to take patrons on a journey through old and new Indian cuisine. The “Classics” menu items are inspired by recipes passed down through generations, while the “Signature” dishes are brimming with vibrant and innovative flavors.

This summer, the Basant team is excited to launch new initiatives including Sunday Brunch, a cocktail program, and an updated sidewalk patio. Stop by for their new Happy Hour, Tuesday through Friday from 4-6 p.m., for specials on select appetizers and drinks.

Hall-of-Fame Executive Chef Manmohan Singh, Jeet’s father, is the creative force behind Basant’s inviting menu. Chef Singh recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from a panel of top hotel industry professionals in India. The father-and-son duo are grateful to be able to realize their dream of working together.

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Cobblestone Restaurant 4337 N. Lincoln Ave. Visit your local neighborhood spot for a European vacation! Located at the border of Northcenter and Lincoln Square, Cobblestone aspires to become your favorite bistro and cider house. Savor new shareable items like cider-braised pork belly or classics like the fish and chips, lamb burger, and mussels. Enjoy more than 50 ciders and craft beers as well as delicious in-house cocktails.

Book an event on our cozy patio or airy sidewalk café!

House of Wah Sun Tuscan Hen Market

MANDARIN • SZECHWAN • CANTONESE DINE IN • CARRY OUT • DELIVERY

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Spirit. Study. Service.

O’Donovan’s Pub & Restaurant

Saint Andrew School Saint Andrew School

http://www.odonovansbar.com

Come See What Educational Excellence Looks Like

1710 W. Addison Street (773) 248-2500 www.gosaintandrew.com

A-1 Jewelry & Coin

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Reclaimed Bar and Restaurant 3655 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 857-0943 https://www.reclaimedbarandrestaurant. com/ ROCKS Northcenter 4138 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 857-1793 https://www.rocksnorthcenter.com/ Slim’s Chicago 2020 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 878-7546 http://slimsdelivery.com Spicy Mexican Grill 3925 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 666-5157

The Globe Pub 1934 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 871-3757 http://theglobepub.com

Zia’s Lago Vista 3819 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 883-0808 http://www.ziaslakeview.com/

Monti’s 4131 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 942-6012 http://ilovemontis.com/

The Rambler Kitchen + Tap 4128 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 799-8881 https://theramblerchicago.com/

John’s Place 2132 W. Roscoe St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 244-6430 https://www.johnsplace.com/

Torino Ramen 4131 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (847) 920-5075 http://www.torinoramen.com

Tuscan Hen Market 4019 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 666-5555 http://www.tuscanhenmarket.com/

TAKEOUT & DELIVERY ONLY

Wild Goose Bar and Grill 4265 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 281-7112 http://www.wildgoosebar.com

Mac Dynamite Mac & Cheese 4131 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (872) 203-0830 http://macdynamite.com

* Many of our restaurants offer takeout and delivery services either from the restaurant or through food delivery services.

Please call the restaurant or visit their website for more information.

Classes/Schools/Youth Services & Programs ACADEMIC SUPPORT Academic Angle 5250 Old Orchard Rd. Skokie, IL 60077 (847) 999-4065 http://www.academicangle.com David L. Hoyt Education Foundation (773) 698-8483 http://www.davidlhoytfoundation.org/ The Teacher’s Way (773) 677-3267 http://mmwriting.com

AFTER SCHOOL/CAMPS & SPORTS/YOUTH ACTIVITIES

CircEsteem 4730 N. Sheridan Rd. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 732-4564 http://circesteem.org

Present Place Chicago 3701 N. Ravenswood Ave., #247-248 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 697-7552 http://presentplacechicago.com

Tutu School 2223 W. Roscoe St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 492-0210 https://www.tutuschool.com/chicago

i9 Sports® - Chicago Northside 4044 N. Lincoln Ave., Ste. 297 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 245-7834 http://i9sports.com

We Got Game 3553 W. Peterson Ave., Ste. 105 Chicago, IL 60659 (773) 685-1682 http://wggsportskids.com/

Yvonne’s Dance Academy 1733 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 857-0608 http://yvonnesdanceacademy.com

IK Gymnastics LLC 2630-B W. Bradley Pl. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 604-4541 http://ikgym.com

ART/CRAFTS

EARLY LEARNING/PRESCHOOL

Awakenings 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., #204C Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 904-8217 http://www.awakeningsart.org

Black Bear Academy - Chicago Private 1801 W. Byron St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 244-0700 http://www.blackbearacademy.com

Indigo & Violet Studio 1411 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 884-1561 http://www.indiGoandvioletstudio.com

Blue Bird Day 1921 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 243-8487 http://bluebirddayprogram.com

DANCE

Concordia Place 3855 N. Seeley Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 935-3739 http://www.concordiaplace.org

Chicago City Soccer Club 1414 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 661-2317 http://chicagocitysoccerclub.com/

McFetridge Sports Center 3843 N. California Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-2609 http://mcfetridgesportscenter.com

Chicago Rowing Foundation 3400 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 495-4523 http://rowchicago.com

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club 2501 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 463-4161 http://www.nbgc.org

CIBC Fire Pitch 3626 N. Talman Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-3473 http://fire-pitch.com/

Pearachute Kids (312) 606-7327 https://www.pearachutekids.com

Dance Center Chicago 3868 N. Lincoln Ave., Fl 2 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 880-5044 http://www.dancecenterchicago.com

Power Up Tech Academy 2867 N. Clybourn Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 382-0778 https://powerupta.com/

Perceptual Motion, Inc. 4057 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 549-3958 http://www.perceptualmotiondance.com

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Kids’ Work Chicago Too 2633 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 747-3200 https://kidsworkchicago.com/

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Kidz Creative Corner 3811 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 850-8684 http://www.kccChicago.com

LYRIQ Music School, LLC 1906 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 270-8284 https://lyriqmusic.com/

Chicago Montessori 1713 W. Cullom Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 525-4358 http://chicagomontessori.org/index.html

Prairieland Montessori 3652 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 698-7514 http://www.prairielandmontessori.com

The Goddard School - Roscoe Village 2500 W. Bradley Pl. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 820-9998 https://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/ chicago-bradley-place-il

Old Town School of Folk Music 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 728-6000 http://www.oldtownschool.org

Coonley Elementary School 4046 N. Leavitt St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 534-5140 http://coonley.cps.edu

Saint Andrew School 1710 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-2500 http://www.standrew.org/

The Voice Lab 2017 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 360-8507 http://thevoicelabinc.com

DePaul College Prep 3333 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 539-3600 https://www.depaulprep.org/

Third Coast Percussion 4045 N. Rockwell St., Ste. 301 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 234-2712 http://thirdcoastpercussion.com

German International School Chicago 1726 W. Berteau Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 880-8812 https://www.germanschoolchicago.com

St. Benedict Parish and Preparatory School 3900 N. Leavitt St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 539-0066 http://www.stbenedict.com

RECORDING STUDIO

Greenfields Academy 3232 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (800) 613-0711 https://www.greenfieldsacademy.com/

FILMMAKING & ACTING The Forge 4312 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 654-3021 https://www.theforgechi.com/

MUSIC Access Contemporary Music 1758 W. Wilson Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 334-3650 https://www.acmusic.org/ Alex’s Music Studio 2129 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 706-8697 http://www.alexsmusicstudio.com/ Chamber Music at Bethany 4250 N. Paulina St. Chicago, IL 60613 http://chambermusicatbethany.com

Delmark Records LLC 4121 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 539-5001 https://delmark.com/

SCHOOLS Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School 3730 N. Oakley Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 534-5150 http://bell.cps.edu

Eighth Blackbird 4045 N. Rockwell St., FL 2 Chicago, IL 60618 (847) 868-2171 https://www.eighthblackbird.org/

Lycée Français de Chicago 1929 W. Wilson Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 665-0066 http://www.lyceechicago.org/ North Park Elementary School 2017 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-3144 http://www.npeschool.org

Kids’ Work Chicago Too 3429 N. California Ave. For educator Lynda MacHaila, founding Kids’ Work was a family affair—the name comes from a quip made by one of her first students, Andy, and her daughter, Sarah, serves as the centers’ current Owner and Executive Director. It’s those roots that lead the Kids’ Work team to describe their centers as “family born, family run, and family centric,” keeping the needs of kids and working parents top of mind.

For families looking for an early childhood education community they can grow into, Kids’ Work Chicago Too is here for you. This top-rated daycare and preschool offers programs for children from infancy through kindergarten, creating a one-stop shop to serve families through school age. Kids’ Work seamlessly combines an academically sound curriculum with hands-on, play-based learning. Kids’ Work kids leave with everything they need to thrive in elementary school, with an emphasis on open-ended play, outdoor exploration, and content-rich social-emotional learning.

This summer, Kids’ Work will move into their brand-new location at 3429 N. California Ave., featuring newly renovated facilities, individual classrooms for each age group and a stellar open-air playground, which offers partial coverage and comfortable seclusion in the space’s courtyard. The center’s proximity to the river allows for opportunities for tranquil, safe and supervised nature exploration to connect kids to their environment.

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SWIMMING LESSONS Big Blue Swim School 4207 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 825-5077 https://www.bigblueswimschool.com/ locations/chicago-north-center/ Goldfish Swim School 2630 W. Bradley Rd., Ste. D Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 530-3826 https://www.goldfishswimschool.com/ roscoe-village/

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Community & Nonprofit Organizations/Services/Spiritual/Worship ADULT/CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Anixter Center 6610 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60626 (773) 973-7900 https://anixter.org/ Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4) 2014 W. Belle Plaine Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (872) 235-0722 http://www.c4chicago.org GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago 3948 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 583-7529 http://www.gigisplayhouse.org/chicago/ Tuesday’s Child 3633 N. California Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 423-5055 http://www.tuesdayschildchicago.org

COMMUNITY & NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter (847) 933-2413 http://alz.org/Illinois Back 2 School Illinois 3959 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (847) 268-3550 http://www.b2si.org Blue Sky Bakery & Cafe 3720 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 880-9910 https://www.blue-sky-bakery.org/ Chicago Engineer’s Foundation 65 W. Jackson Blved.

Chicago, IL 60604 (312) 765-0406 https://www.chicagoengineersfoundation. org/ CHIRP Radio 4045 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 804-3361 http://chirpradio.org DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 561-9181 http://dankhaus.com

Foundation for Hearing & Speech Rehabilitation P.O. BOX 180018 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 340-3477 https://www.fhsr.org/ Friends of Ravenswood School 4332 N. Paulina St. Chicago, IL 60625 https://www.friendsofravenswoodschool. org/ Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce 1770 W. Berteau Ave, Ste. 101 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 975-2088 http://www.ravenswoodchicago.org Illinois Restaurant Association 33 W. Monroe St., Ste. 250 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 787-4000 http://illinoisrestaurants.org Montrose Metra Community Garden 4386 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 https://www.facebook.com/ montrosemetragardens/ NAMI Chicago 1801 W. Warner Ave., Ste. 202 Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 563-0445 https://www.namichicago.org/ Northcenter Chamber of Commerce 4054 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 525-3609 http://northcenterchamber.com Northcenter Neighborhood Association P.O. Box 180180 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 326-2440 http://www.northcenterneighborhood.org Northside Community Resources 1530 W. Morse Ave. Chicago, IL 60626 (773) 338-7722 http://northsidecommunityresources.org Tattler Post #973 American Legion 4355 N. Western Ave Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 588-5809 http://tattler973.org Welles Park Parents Association P.O. Box 257840 Chicago, IL 0 http://wppabaseball.com

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FOOD PANTRIES Common Pantry 3744 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-0553 http://www.commonpantry.org Lakeview Pantry 3945 N. Sheridan Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 525-1777 http://www.lakeviewpantry.org

SENIOR HOUSING/SERVICES Artis Senior Living Lakeview 3535 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (872) 808-3545 https://www.artisseniorliving.com/seniorliving/il/chicago/artis-senior-living-oflakeview/ Bethany Retirement Community 4950 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 293-5563 http://www.bethanyretirement.org Forward Chicago 4734 N. Virginia Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 633-8312 http://www.forwardchicago.org Kin Care, Inc. 4113 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 975-7777 http://kincareinc.com North Center Satellite Senior Center 4040 N. Oakley Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 744-4015 https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fss/ provdrs/senior/svcs/satellite_seniorcenters. html

SOCIAL SERVICES Family Picnic, LLC 3711 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 105 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 495-0656 http://www.chicagofamilypicnic.com/ North Side Housing & Supportive Services 4410 N. Ravenswood Ave., #101 Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 244-6401 http://northsidehousing.org

Thresholds 4101 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 572-5500 http://www.thresholds.org

SPIRITUAL/WORSHIP Addison Street Community Church 2132 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 248-5893 http://asccchicago.org/ Mishkan Chicago 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 101 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 893-0613 https://www.mishkanchicago.org/ Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School 4300 N. Winchester Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 477-4824 http://www.pilgrimchurchandschool.org Ravenswood United Church of Christ 2050 W. Pensacola Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 549-5472 http://www.ravenswooducc.org

Chicago Montessori

773 525 4358 www.chicagomontessori.org

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Backed by 25 years of clinical research experience, Satek and his team of board-certified doctors, nurses, and clinical researchers have come to specialize in the study of investigational medications, food products, and supplements for the treatment of chronic diseases, notably in metabolic disorders, Alzheimer’s Disease, depression, and COVID-19.

Since opening, their trials have helped get new medications, treatments, and therapies FDA approved, which enables future generations to live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Great Lakes has been featured locally on WGN, CBS, PBS, and in the Chicago Tribune for the successful results of their studies and for their efforts against fighting Alzheimer’s Disease.

Great Lakes is a proud LGBTQ-owned business and in 2018, Satek was recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business as one of Chicago’s most notable LGBTQ Executives.

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Great Lakes Clinical Trials 5149 N. Ashland Ave. Great Lakes Clinical Trials is an independent clinical research center located in Andersonville, at the corner of Foster and Ashland (yes, the iconic blue awnings!). Founded in 2014 by Steve Satek, the opening of Great Lakes Clinical Trials allowed Chicago’s north side population to have somewhere closer to travel to, as one of only a few clinics in the Chicagoland area.

You can stay up to date on their current enrolling studies by visiting their website www.greatlakesclinicaltrials. com or following them on social at @GreatLakesCT. All trials are voluntary, compensated, and do not require insurance to participate. Transportation to the clinic is often provided.

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Blue Bird Day 1921 W. Irving Park Rd.

Yvonne’s Dance Academy 1733 W. Irving Park Rd.

St. Benedict Preparatory School 3900 N. Leavitt St.

Blue Bird Day is a therapeutic preschool and kindergarten program designed to foster socialization, sensory regulation, and academic learning in children ages 2–7. Blue Bird Day’s evidence-based and multidisciplinary team provides occupational, physical, speech, feeding, nutrition, and ABA therapies, along with social work, neuropsych testing, and concierge administrative services­—all under one roof. We create individualized schedules to meet each child’s unique needs and goals. Therapist owned and operated.

Founded in 2008, Yvonne’s Dance Academy has grown from a one-room studio at St. Benedict Preparatory School to a family of close to 200 dancers within Northcenter. We exist to educate children and young adults in a nurturing and safe manner with our structured environments and developmentally-appropriate curriculum. If your dancer is interested, learn more about us on Instagram @ydachicago or reach out via our website yvonnesdanceacademy.com!

Located in the thriving Northcenter community, St. Benedict Preparatory School is devoted to preparing students for learning, achievement, and service in the 21st century global society. Our commitment to inclusive and rigorous challenge creates a dynamic, innovative, and active learning experience. The strengths of each child become an inspiration to others to learn fearlessly, lead responsibly, and serve joyfully.

Full-day and half-day preschool options are available. Visit stbenedict.com or call 773-509-3814 for tour information.

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PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Academic Excellence with a Heart

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Pilgrim Lutheran School

Preschool through 8th Grade Whole Child Approach Small Class Sizes Play-Based Early Childhood Program

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Healthcare/Fitness/Wellness CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIANS Irving Park Chiropractic Center 1923 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 880-0880 http://www.ipchiro.com Natural Touch Chiropractic Center 4361 N. Lincoln Ave., Unit 5 Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 610-9757 http://www.naturaltouchchiropractic.com New Day Network Wellness Center 4308 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 340-2225 http://www.newdaynsa.com Northcenter Healthcare 4045 N. Damen Ave., #1 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 296-2766 http://www.northcenterhealthcare.com Pro-Holistic Care 2607 W. Lawrence Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 279-9344 https://www.proholisticchiropractic.com/ Vitality Health Center 4239 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 528-1500 http://vitality-healthcenter.com

COUNSELING/THERAPY/ MENTAL HEALTH Audra Kurth Counseling 4054 N. Lincoln Ave., #2 Chicago, IL 60618 (309) 287-7216 Augustyn Family Services 1801 W. Warner Ave. Ste. 200 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 355-8617 https://augustynfamilyservices.com/

Centered Therapy Chicago

1507 W. Lawrence Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 569-1468 http://www.centeredtherapychicago.com Compass Health Center 2500 W. Bradley Pl., Ste. 100 Chicago, IL 60618 (877) 552-6672 https://compasshealthcenter.net/locations/ chicago/

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Embrace Sexual Wellness, LLC 3701 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 302 Chicago, IL 60613 (847) 868-2018 https://www.embracesexualwellness.com/

Molar City 4620 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (708) 552-0275 https://molarcitychicago.com/

Morning Bird Studio 3738 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 391-6398 http://www.morningbirdchicago.com/

Empowering Options Counseling Innovations 3748 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 338-2889 https://www.empoweringoptions.com/

North Center Smile 1933 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 857-2280 http://northcentersmile.com

Orange Shoe Personal Fitness 3808 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 857-3112 http://www.orangeshoe.com/Lakeview

Tooth Buds Pediatric Dentistry 2929 N. Southport Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 328-8282 http://toothbudschicago.com

Strictly Fit 4016 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 348-8025 https://www.facebook.com/StrictlyFit-201615686545529/

Eversfield Counseling & Therapy PLLC 4201 N. Damen Ave. #210 Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 884-1123 http://www.eversfieldcounseling.com In Hand-At Heart Therapy 4054 N. Lincoln Ave., 2nd floor Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 724-7070 https://inhand-atheart.com/ Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago 1954 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 414-4577 https://www.psychotherapychicago.com/

FITNESS CENTER/PERSONAL TRAINING Anytime Fitness-North Center 4022 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 977-1300 https://www.anytimefitness.com/ gyms/4387/chicago-il-60618/

DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST

Btrainerfitness 2248 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 https://btrainerfitness.com/

Affinity Dental 2015 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 904-7079 http://www.affinitydentalchicago.com

Chicago North Center Fit Body Boot Camp 1830 W. Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 788-4290 https://fitbodybootcamp.com/

BrightSmiles Pediatric Dentistry 2550 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 423-6050 https://brightsmilespediatricdentistry.com/

Fit City Kids 2540 W. Lawrence Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 998-7300 https://www.fitcitykids.com/

Cusp Dental 3917 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 687-8052 http://www.cuspdentalchicago.com

Galter LifeCenter 5157 N. Francisco Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 878-9936 http://www.galterlifecenter.org

Freshworks Dental Studio 3864 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 899-6757 http://www.freshworksdental.com

KickHouse 4733 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 250-3500 https://thekickhouse.com/location/lincolnsquare/

Lincoln Square Orthodontics 4352 N. Leavitt Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 887-0772 https://www.chicagoorthodontics.com/ lincoln-square/

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Lincoln Square Athletic Club 4662 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 529-2023 http://www.chicagoathleticclubs.com

Studio 8 Pilates 3656 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 857-1592 http://www.studio8chicago.com/ Ultimate Ninjas Chicago 2915 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 877-3524 https://ultimateninjas.com/

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Be Well. The Art of Asian Therapies 2251 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 588-9355 http://www.be-well-chicago.com

HEALTHCARE Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center 836 W. Wellington Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 296-7081 http://www.advocatehealth.com Chicago Vein Institute & Chicago Cosmetic Institute 2333 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 231-9884 http://www.chicagoveininstitute.com Kaminska Dermatology 3808 N. Lincoln Ave., Ste. 101 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 382-0251 https:/www.kaminskadermatology.com Physicians Immediate Care-North Center 3909 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 739-9200 http://www.immediatemd.com

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Swedish Hospital 5140 N. California Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 878-8200 https://swedishcovenant.org/ Swedish Immediate Care part of NorthShore University HealthSystem 2019 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 293-8787 http://www.swedishcovenant.org/ northcenter

MARTIAL ARTS Capoeira Brasil Chicago: Colibri

1802 W. Berteau Ave., Ste. 215 Chicago, IL 60613 (347) 952-6047 https://colibricb.com/

Vision Boutique–Formerly Artisan Eyecare 3929 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 906-5725 https://vision-boutique.com/

PILATES/YOGA/TAI CHI

PEDIATRICS

Club Pilates North Center 4023 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 789-7507 http://www.clubpilates.com/northcenter

Donohoe Pediatrics 3916 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 644-1362 http://donohoepediatrics.com Nava Segall M.D. Pediatrics 4116 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 883-2350 https://care.advocatehealth.com/doctors/ nava-a-segall-chicago-pediatrics

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Midwest Aikido Center 4349 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 477-0123 http://www.aikidomac.org

PT x AJ Physical Therapy 3717 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 110 Chicago, IL 60613 (872) 201-4665 https://www.ptxaj.com/

Self Defense Centers 2151 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 539-2900 http://www.selfdefensecenters.com

Symmetry Physical Therapy 4223 North Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 661-2990 https://www.symmetry-physicaltherapy. com/

OPTOMETRISTS Rosin Eyecare–Chicago North Center 1926 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 525-0952 http://www.northcentereyecare.com Second City Eye Care 4115 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 360-8671 http://www.secondcityeyecare.com

phyxMe Physical Therapy 1820 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 245-0931 https://phyxmept.com/ The FIT Institute 2500 W. Bradley Pl., Unit F Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 799-2795 http://www.thefitinstitutechicago.com

Bloom Yoga Studio 4663 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 463-9642 http://www.bloomyogastudio.com/

Coconut Yoga Chicago, IL (224) 372-3723 https://www.coconutyogachicago.com/ Om on the Range Yoga Studio 1751 W. Grace St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 525-9642 http://www.omontherange.net Spirit Rising Foundation 3717 N. Ravenswood Ave., #220W Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 975-9754 https://www.spiritrisingyoga.org/ Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA 1629 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-3558 http://www.midwest.usa.taoist.org

PODIATRISTS Drs. Valdes & Kulekowskis Podiatry Center 3632 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 248-4111 http://www.chicagofootandanklepodiatry. com

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Lincoln Foot and Ankle Center 4112 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 697-3511 http://www.lincolnfootandankle.com Performance Podiatry Partners 4805 N. Claremont Ave., Unit 1 Chicago, IL 60625 (312) 579-3150 https://www.performancepodiatry.com/

SPA SERVICES/PRODUCTS Bespoke Esthetics 3807 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 780-1886 http://bespokeestheticschicago.com Blush Beauty Studio 4151 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 799-7576 https://blushbeauty.studio/

SPEECH THERAPY Clubhouse Therapy Centers 2630 W. Bradley Pl., Ste. A Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 955-0089 http://communicationclubhouse.com SensAble Kids 4619 N. Ravenswood Ave., #205B Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 697-7333 http://sensablekids.com

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New Businesses Thriving in Northcenter Amid a year of uncertainty, Northcenter’s business community continues to survive, thrive and even welcome some exciting new members. Here’s a look at just a few of the new businesses that have opened or expanded in the Northcenter neighborhood in the past year, the challenges they faced and their goals for the future.

Singh says despite the obstacles, the Northcenter community has been incredibly supportive of Basant.

“We didn’t really advertise before we opened,” he says. “But someone posted an order at 4 p.m. the day we opened, and that was really heartening. From a community perspective, I couldn’t ask for much more.”

Basant (1939 W. Byron St.)

Btrainer Fitness (2248 W. Irving Park Rd.) After months inside, many Chicagoans were looking for an opportunity to safely return to the gym. Braulio Figueroa and Jennifer Gill, co-owners of Btrainer Fitness, saw an opportunity to greet them and open their second fitness studio location in Northcenter. “We thought it was a really good time to try and bring a safe environment in the community to work out,” Gill says.

Photo Credit: Steven E. Gross For restaurateurs like Jeet Singh, who opened his modern Indian restaurant, Basant, in Northcenter in February, part of the challenge came with introducing themselves to the community without being able to physically invite diners in. “People become more invested when they have physically been to the location and made that emotional connection,” Singh says.

This meant having to reevaluate Basant’s initial menu to allow the food to shine in a carryout setting, and to remove items they thought wouldn’t get to shine in the manner Singh and his culinary team intended. They retooled the menu to focus on items that travel well and make online ordering as convenient as possible.

The launch of the new location has not been without challenges, particularly around building trust with new customers who may not yet be ready to work out in new environments with new people. But Gill says she and Figueroa have prioritized client and staff safety by limiting capacity, focusing on one-on-one personal training and requiring face coverings.

Gill encourages new prospective clients looking to work on their wellness goals to give Btrainer a try and choosing smaller, local fitness facilities over the big chain gyms, highlighting Btrainer’s one-on-one personal attention for every client.

New clients can try out two complimentary classes.

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However, the lead time before reopening for full indoor dining did come with some advantages. Singh says in addition to focusing on the safety of their staff and the community, a slower ramp-up allowed more time to train the team and familiarize them with Indian cuisine.

In less than two years in their unmistakable corner at Lincoln & Montrose, L&M Fine Foods, Northcenter’s premier independent grocer, has amassed a strong local following with their warm service and quality selection of sandwiches, cheeses and other tasty products.

Singh encourages the community to continue prioritizing public health and safety to help ensure restaurants like his can thrive. As safer dine-in opportunities increase, he is excited to showcase more of the innovative, fresh dishes his father, Hall of Fame chef Manmohan Singh, creates. “I think as people dine-in more, the innovative part will come out a bit more,” he says. “[Our menu] is all about variety and a delicate balance of spices and textures, and with dine-in, we can bring more innovation in front of them.”

Now, the grocer plans to open an additional spot, a restaurant and bar across from Welles Park called L&M Parkside, opening in July 2021. “We were already building a brand and identity that was becoming part of the community,” says L&M owner Rebecca Goldfarb. “I love the idea of anchoring this point between Northcenter and Lincoln Square.”

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Vision Boutique 3929 N. Western Ave. Welcome to the neighborhood, Vision Boutique!

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Says Stu: “We love the community and are having so much fun! Sam is excelling at baseball and basketball largely due to the strength he’s gained at the gym. It’s been amazing for our family!”

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Chicago City Soccer Club 1414 W. Irving Park Rd.

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Chicago City Soccer Club is a non profit youth soccer organization that provides all levels of programming for boys and girls throughout the City of Chicago. As the first and only Illinois 5 Star Club in the City, CCSC has developed a full and complete player pathway for youth soccer players. From Toddlers, Mini City, Recreation, Travel, Competitive, Elite, High School, U23, to PreProfessional Women’s and Men’s, CCSC’s teams compete locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Chicago City has become one of the top soccer organizations in the Midwest and after new exciting developments in May 2021, City has attained a Pre-Professional Academy through the United Soccer League (USL), the second tier of professional soccer. Through these new developments, families will be able to attend a high level of pre-professional soccer for men and women here in our city. City in the Community also provides FREE camps and clinics in your area through CPS and CPD.

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New Businesses Thriving in Northcenter (cont’d from page 24) L & M Parkside continued from page 24 we make a fun menu that brings people back? How can we take our experience home?” They decided to bring their tasting menu concept to a carryout format, switching up the menu every two weeks, from the bread course to dessert.

Robert et Fils cooks their carryout meals to order, with the intent for diners to pick them up and enjoy immediately at home or in a park. The menus were a hit. “We heard from our customers that we were a go-to date night choice for Friday and Saturday nights, that the food was something to look forward to, and that’s wonderful praise,” Ezzat says.

Goldfarb says she’s excited about the growth of independent restaurants and retail in this section of Northcenter, including Canna Bella Lux, Lizzy J Cafe, Cobblestone Restaurant, Menya Goku and more, and neighbors have responded positively to the to the influx of new businesses.

“It’s really great to feel like we’re contributing. As more businesses can confidently open in that area, the better we’ll all do as independent businesses,” she says.

This summer, Robert et Fils is excited to launch their patio, with drink and snack service in the spirit of the French tradition of goûter, when children would get off school and the families would enjoy a snack and start to unwind together.

In addition to carryout and in-person dining, fans can also support Robert et Fils through their bread pickup and their new curated Wine Club program, with bottles curated by Ezzat.

Goldfarb says she hopes L&M Parkside will be an accessible neighborhood restaurant, but also a destination, a spot to encourage more visitors to Northcenter and the surrounding communities. Even before Parkside opens, though, Goldfarb stressed the importance of consistent support for local, independent businesses like L&M. “The more you shop with a small, independent business, the more it allows that business to elevate and try more things for their customers and take more creative risks,” Goldfarb says.

Robert et Fils (4229 N. Lincoln) When COVID-19 hit in 2020, Robert et Fils, a relaxed finedining French restaurant on Lincoln Avenue, was still under construction. The team was faced with a big challenge upon opening—how to showcase their point of view and entice neighbors quickly and safely. “We had to get really creative,” says General Manager Rami Ezzat. “We thought, how can

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CONCESSIONS/CATERING Bo’s Concessions Chicago, IL (312) 560-1112 Ribs1 BBQ & Bangers (312) 208-1113 http://www.ribs1.com

CONSIGNMENT/RESALE STORE Family Tree Resale 5066 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (630) 253-0646 http://www.familytreeresale.com/

Kangaroo Kids Consignment, Inc. 4161 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 327-2620 http://kangarookidschicago.com/

ENTERTAINMENT

FOOD/GROCER

All About Fun Entertainment Chicago, IL (773) 472-2120 http://www.allaboutfun.biz

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

Four Star Brass Band (847) 942-4439 http://www.fourstarbrassband.com

L&M Fine Foods 4363 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 825-2370 https://www.lmfinefoods.com/

Lincoln Ave. Currency Exchange 4101 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 549-5000 http://www.cfsc.com Lincoln-Addison Currency Exchange 1812 W. Addison Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 477-3790 https://cash2gofinancial.com/lincolnaddison-currency-exchange/

DOG BOARDING/SITTING/ TRAINING/WALKING Bosly’s Backyard 4011 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 108 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 698-6513 https://www.boslysbackyard.com/ Found Chicago Boarding & Training Center 4108 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 539-3880 https://foundtrainingcenter.com/ Urban Pooch 4501 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 942-6445 http://www.urbanpooch.com Wags-A-Lot Dog Walking Chicago, IL (312) 802-3367 https://wagsalotdogwalking.com/

ELECTED OFFICIALS 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin’s Office 4243 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 868-4747 https://www.aldermanmartin.com/ Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen, 12th District 4253 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 283-7873 https://www.cookcountyil.gov/person/ bridget-degnen Illinois State Representative Greg Harris, 13th District 1967 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 348-3434 http://www.gregharris.org State Representative Ann Williams 1726 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 880-9082 http://www.repannwilliams.com

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Redline VR 4702 N Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 ‪(773) 236-6868‬ https://www.redlinevr.com

EVENT MANAGEMENT AND MEETING PLANNING Ravenswood Loft 4437 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (312) 479-1390 https://www.ravenswoodloft.com/

FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES & INVESTMENT AeroPay 1770 W. Berteau Ave., Ste. 207 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 857-0103 https://www.aeropay.com/ Basil Financial Group 4040 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 697-9528 https://basilfinancialgroup.com/ Cooper Financial Planning 8700 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.. Ste. 740 S Chicago, IL 60631 (773) 399-7772 https://www.cooperfinancialplanning.com/ Edward Jones-Luis Novo Financial Advisor 422 N. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 105 Park Ridge, IL 60068 (847) 692-3219 https://www.edwardjones.com/financialadvisor/index.html Furlong Investment Solutions Chicago, IL (773) 218-4346 http://www.furlonginvestments.com New York Life 500 W. Madison St., Ste. 1725 Chicago, IL 60661 (312) 454-2288 http://www.newyorklife-chicago.com/

FIRE/WATER EMERGENCY CLEAN-UP Servpro of Ravenswood 5401 N. Wolcott Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 878-5200 http://www.servproravenswood.com

FLORIST A Pretty Flower 2334 W. Lawrence Ave., Ste. 100 Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 506-0806 https://www.aprettyflower.com/

GARDEN CENTER/ LANDSCAPING City Grange 5500 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (312) 883-9721 https://citygrange.com/ Vedas Plant Shop 3907 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 882-8585 https://vedasplantshop.com/

GENERAL CONTRACTOR/ REMODELING Brian Allendorfer Company, Inc. 1240 N. Central Park Ave. Chicago, IL 60651 (773) 292-0600 http://www.ballendorfer.com Cobblestone Remodeling, Inc. 3066 N. Clybourn Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 661-0606 http://www.cobblestoneremodeling.com Fix It People 2837 N. Halsted St., Unit 1S Chicago, IL 60657 (312) 898-9300 http://www.fixitpeople.com Formed Space 4256 N. Ravenswood Ave., #111 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 904-8622 http://formedspace.com Longford Construction Inc. 4529 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 360-1083 http://longfordconstruction.com Mangan Builders, Inc. 1607 W. Waveland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 883-1200 http://www.manganbuilders.com Moment’s Notice Services 2007 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 770-0500 http://mnsillinois.com

GIFTS & UNIQUE ITEMS Bari Zaki Studio 3858 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 294-7766 http://www.barizaki.com Canna Bella Lux 4357 N. Lincoln Ave., Unit C Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 687-8953 http://cannabellalux.com

Collaboration Powers Northcenter Through 2020 The past year tested our neighborhood in ways we could not have imagined. But our community came together and not only survived, but thrived. A key to community resilience has been through collaboration—local businesses partnering with the community, and with each other, to provide enriching programming, help neighbors in need and more. Here are just a few of our favorite examples.

Collaborations between businesses and the community: • The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) held a workshop for the teaching staff at Goldfish Swim School. Goldfish supervisors will now be able to provide assistance to teachers and students and will be able to teach swim lessons and safety to CARD’s clients.

Collaborations between local businesses

• Torino Ramen supported Coonley Elementary School with a virtual fundraiser!

• Botanical Café and embellish chicago collaborated on a fabulous event for Small Business Saturday, offering a free Botanical Café coffee and candle to the first 50 customers at embellish that day.

• Half Acre Beer Company turned their Balmoral location to a drop-off site for a professional clothing drive for the Cara Program.

• Bottles and Cans, ROCKS Northcenter and The Piggery were among a host of restaurants and local businesses to support DePaul College Prep through give-back nights, prizes for fundraisers and much more!

• The Davis Theater and Canna Bella Lux partnered on a screening of the iconic movie Mean Girls to drive traffic to both businesses and build community.

• For some cozy holiday fun, Vivant Gardening Services and Indigo & Violet Studios held a tag-team holiday wreathmaking workshop over Zoom!

• For the past two summers, Martyrs’ and Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro have shared a Lincoln Avenue patio area to provide safe outdoor dining and dynamic live music performances.

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• Kaminska Dermatology partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository and clients donated more than 5,000 meals!

Here at the Chamber, we are passionate about helping foster collaborations like these. If you are interested in sharing ideas for future partnerships and would like the support of the Northcenter Chamber, please contact us at 773-525-3609 or info@northcenterchamber.com.

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Hawthorne 3854 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 502-4036 http://www.hawthornechicago3854.com

Enrollment Specialists 1832 W. Irving Park Ste. #1 Chicago, IL 60613 (800) 378-0339 http://healthcareinsuranceforeveryone.com

Soutache 3862 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 292-9110 http://www.SoutacheRibbons.com

GB Group Inc. Insurance Agency 3932 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 477-7400 http://www.gb-group.com

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Kane Insurance Group, Inc. 4016 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 525-0661 http://www.kanegroupins.com

Donna Shultz Graphic Designer Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 588-0309 http://donnashultzdesign.com/

GUITAR & AMP REPAIR Chicago Fret Works 4229 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 698-6246 http://www.chicagofretworks.com

HEATING & COOLING Reeder Heating & Cooling, Inc. 3463 S. Archer Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 (773) 767-7100 http://www.reederheating.com/

HOME FURNISHINGS/ APPLIANCES/DESIGN Cole’s Appliance & Furniture Co. 4026 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 525-1797 http://www.shopcoles.com Gotcha Covered Window Fashions 4601 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 974-8877 https://www.gotchacovered.com/chicago/

HOME INSPECTION Speaker of the House Property Inspections 4044 N. Lincoln Ave., #228 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 759-1578 http://www.insightfulinspections.com/

INSURANCE AGENTS/BROKERS A. Gonzalez Insurance Agency LLC 4118 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 604-2200 http://www.aginsurancellc.com/ AAA Catalyst Insurance Group 1950 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 250-5240 https://chicago.aaa.com/branches/ eabranchagent.aspx?agentid=100043899 American Family Insurance-John Kent Agency 3805 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 348-8600 http://www.johnakent.com

Lasswell Allstate Agency 3843 N. Lincoln Ave., FL 1 Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 348-8067 https://agents.allstate.com/andrewlasswell-chicago-il.html LLC Insurance Agency 4216 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 467-7150 http://llc-ins.com State Farm Insurance - Hemina Patel 3837 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 267-0303 http://www.heminapatel.com State Farm Insurance Tolentino-Moser Insurance Agency, Inc 2015 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 549-3300 http://www.tolentino-moser.com

INTERIOR DESIGN Curtain Couture 3722 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 472-4400 http://www.curtainscouture.com Unpatterned LLC 4044 N. Lincoln Ave., #157 Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 517-2979 http://www.unpatterned.com/

INTERIOR PLANT DESIGN plants inc 2457 W. Montrose Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-8208 http://www.plantsinc.biz

JEWELRY, WATCHES, COINS A-1 Jewelry & Coin, Ltd. 1827 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 868-0300 http://www.a1jewelryncoin.com

KNITTING SUPPLIES Knit 1 3856 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 244-1646 http://www.knit1chgo.com

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LANDSCAPING Brightview Landscapes 230 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60612 (847) 346-7743 https://www.brightview.com/ Vivant Gardening Services Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 967-6834 https://vivantgardens.com/

MANUFACTURING Karl Lambrecht Corporation 4204 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 472-5442 http://www.klccgo.com

MARKETING @revenue 4045 N. Rockwell St., #212 Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 720-1399 http://www.atrevenue.com ABC Communications 25020 Ironwood Ln. Wheaton, IL 60189 (847) 903-0793 http://www.lifestyleneighborhoods.com Lyon Communications 3759 N. Ravenswood Ave., #129 Chicago, IL 60642 (773) 529-1212 http://www.lyoncommunications.com The MKTG Brand 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., Ste. 303-C Chicago, IL 60613 https://www.mktgbrand.com/

NAIL SALON Ruby Nails Chicago 4017 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 697-4674 http://rubynails.net

NEWSPAPERS Lakeview Newspaper P.O. Box 578757 Chicago, IL 60657 (312) 493-0955 http://www.lakeviewnewspaper.com

NONPROFIT SUPPORT SERVICES

Shalimar B Photography 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave., #303B Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 230-5441 https://shalimarbphotography.com Sharon Gaietto Photography 2440 W. Cuyler Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (708) 822-1889 http://www.sharongaiettophotography.com Steven E Gross & Associates 4330 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 206-2919 http://www.stevenegross.com

PLUMBING SERVICES Fettes, Love & Sieben Plumbing & Heating 4325 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 935-7260 http://www.flsplumbing.com Madden Sewer & Drain, Inc. 4152 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 588-7534 http://maddensewer.net Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor, Inc. 3840 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-9574 http://www.powerplumbinginc.com South Park Plumbing, Inc. 12451 Vincennes Rd. Blue Island, IL 60406 (708) 388-9878

PRINTER/BANNERS & SIGNS/ VEHICLE BRANDING Dun-Wel Lithograph Co. 3338 N. Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 327-8811 http://www.Dun-Wel.com Dupli-Group 3628 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 549-5285 http://www.dupli.com In Sight Sign Company 3910 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60651 (773) 267-4002 https://insightsigncompany.com/

Big Buzz Idea Group 4055 W. Peterson Ave., Ste. 105 Chicago, IL 60646 (773) 804-8589 http://www.bigbuzzideagroup.com

The UPS Store 4044 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 871-1400 http://www.theupsstorelocal.com/4569

PHOTOGRAPHERS/ VIDEOGRAPHY

SCOOTER SALES/SERVICE

jookie, a portrait boutique 4656 N. Rockwell Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 463-5665 http://jookiekids.com/

Scooterworks Chicago 5410 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 271-4242 https://www.scooterworkschicago.com/

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Heal Veterinary Clinic

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State Representative

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SECURITY SYSTEMS

STORAGE

VinTech Systems, Inc 3725 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 388-1208 https://vintechnology.com/

The Lock Up Self Storage - Chicago Lakeview 3705 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 747-6808 http://thelockup.com

SHIPPING SERVICES The UPS Store 4044 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 871-1400 http://www.theupsstorelocal.com/4569

SNOW REMOVAL/ LANDSCAPING SERVICES TSI - The Service Innovators, Inc. 543 Diens Dr. Wheeling, IL 60090 (773) 278-8467 http://theserviceinnovators.com/

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING James Gates Consulting Chicago, IL (312) 480-7996

The Lock Up Self Storage - Chicago Wrigleyville 1650 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-6800 https://www.thelockup.com/self-storagewrigleyville-chicago-illinois

TELECOMMUNICATIONS RCN 2640 W. Bradley Pl. Chicago, IL 60618 (312) 955-2080 https://www.rcn.com/chicago/high-speedinternet/

VETERINARIANS Duke Animal Hospital 3941 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 697-9757 http://www.dukeanimalhospital.com

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Heal Veterinary Clinic 4108 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 888-5091 https://healveterinary.com/

SEO Design Chicago 3580 W. Belden Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 (773) 677-5747 https://seodesignchicago.com/

North Center Animal Hospital, Inc. 1808 W. Addison St. Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 327-5050 http://www.northcenteranimalhospital.com

WorkSite LLC Chicago, IL (773) 769-7227 http://worksitellc.com

The Royal Treatment Veterinary Spa 4130 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 267-9966 http://www.royaltreatmentveterinarycenter. com

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT/ INTERNET MARKETING/SEO Geek Chicago 3717 N. Ravenswood Ave., #219E Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 260-0206 http://GeekChicago.com SearchLab Chicago 1801 W. Belle Plaine Ave. Chicago, IL 60613 (312) 600-0827 https://searchlabchicago.com

WHOLESALE PLUMBING SUPPLIES Ferguson Enterprises 3914 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-4100 http://ferguson.com

Cindi Sodolski Group 2350 N. Lincoln Ave., 3rd. Fl.

Natural Touch Chiropractic Center 4361 N. Lincoln Ave. At Natural Touch Chiropractic Center, we focus on improving your health and well-being the natural and holistic way.

From neck and back pain to chronic pain due to stress and postural imbalance, we use a safe and effective approach that is all-natural, gentle and non-invasive.

We offer several treatment methods that include chiropractic manipulative therapy, physical therapy modalities, soft tissue massage, and popular forms of traditional Chinese therapy such as acupuncture, cupping and gua sha.

Focusing on luxury residential, first-time home buyers, and new construction or rehabbed properties, Cindi Sodolski has earned several awards for her excellence in representing both buyers and sellers, although she believes the highest honor is the fact that about 98 percent of her business comes from referrals. “I work mostly by referral and repeat business and give 100% on every deal, no matter what the price point is, every client is a luxury client to me.”

Cindi has been featured twice on HGTV’s House Hunters, hosts a video series called Cindi and the City (www.cindiandthecity.com), which provides insight on Chicago’s wonderful neighborhoods.

She earned several honors before joining Compass and forming the Cindi Sodolski Group in 2017. Cindi is personable, transparent, and always available to answer clients’ questions. She also is an expert on the city and its schools, as her four children all graduated from Chicago Public Schools and selective enrollment high schools. She has been a resident of Northcenter for more than 17 years, after living in the Loop for three years and Lincoln Park for a decade.

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Maribel Selva Coldwell Banker Realty

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Maribel Selva likes to say that she “helps make your dreams come true.” For more than 28 years, Maribel has been helping Chicagoans fulfill their goals of buying, selling and investing in real estate. She stays up to date on market trends and keeps her finger on the pulse of the Chicago community, always providing the highest level of service and expertise to her clients. Email her today at maribel. selva@cbexchange.com to get started on your real estate ownership journey!

Mention this ad and receive a home warranty or home inspection free (up to a $600 value) when you close with Maribel!

The UPS Store is your locally owned source for printing, packing and shipping needs, but did you know it can also bring your 3D concepts to life?

A groundbreaking 3D printing service allows you to create architectural models, prototypes, custom accessories or even fun keepsakes for your favorite person.

For all of your business or printing needs, you receive quality, attentive customer service from owner Daniel Scott and his hardworking team.

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Power Plumbing & Sewer, Inc. 3840 N. Ashland Ave.

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Power Plumbing has proudly served Chicagoland since 1960. Our awardwinning service has earned us 37 Angie’s List awards, Chicago Reader’s “Best Home Improvement Company”, and A+ recognition from the Better Business Bureau. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured, and offer emergency services 365 days of the year!

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Local Pantries Feeding Our Communities One of the many challenges facing our community as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic was an increase in food insecurity. Our amazing local nonprofits rose to meet this challenge and feed our neighbors.

Our local pantries noticed two key struggles emerging at the same time—the increase in food insecurity and economic impact of the pandemic on the restaurant industry—and devised creative solutions to address both. In the spring of 2020, Lakeview Pantry launched Feed it Forward, which purchased chef-prepared boxed meals from local restaurant partners to support local restaurants while feeding the community. During the program’s peak in spring of 2020, up to 10,000 meals were prepared and distributed.

Around the same time, Common Pantry in Northcenter launched the I Am Your Neighbor meal program, which is still active, providing healthy, ready-to-eat meals from local restaurants to hungry neighbors. With support from donors, local Chambers, restaurants and the community at large, restaurants would receive a monetary “tab” to cover the cost of providing these meals.

Collaboration for our local pantries expanded beyond restaurants. In addition to their partnerships with social service agencies like Thresholds, Lakeview Pantry worked alongside the Chicago Cubs to set up a massive emergency pantry outside Wrigley Field. Common Pantry’s collaborations

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included purchasing produce from Global Gardens Refugee Training Farm, a dual fundraising effort with the Northcenter Chamber through our Hop, Stop ‘N’ Run 5K and the regular First Wednesday Food Drive from the Northcenter Neighborhood Association. Common Pantry Director Margaret O’Conor highlights the efforts of one neighbor, David Reinisch, who has baked fresh bread for the neighbors Common Pantry serves every week.

“Our community is Common Pantry,” she says.

And our local pantries are continuing to expand services to meet the needs of the community. Lakeview Pantry is continuing their online market, an option that allows for consumer choice and convenient curbside pickup, along with their home delivery program. In May of 2021, Common Pantry purchased a new space at 3900 N. Lincoln that will allow them to serve the community more efficiently and with greater capacity.

The economic impact and subsequent recovery for our most vulnerable neighbors from the past year is still unfolding, and our local pantries are prepared to meet those challenges. You can support Common Pantry or Lakeview Pantry by signing up to volunteer online, making a donation, teaming up with your coworkers, school or block or even just staying in touch by following on social media!

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Business Index 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin’s Office......................... 38 A-1 Jewelry & Coin, Ltd.................... 40 AAA Catalyst Insurance Group........ 40 ABC Communications...................... 40 Academic Angle................................12 A-Carr’s Carstar Autobody.............. 32 Access Contemporary Music............14 Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions...... 36 Addison Street Community Church.. 16 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center................................ 20 AeroPay............................................ 38 Affinity Dental.................................. 20 A. Gonzalez Insurance Agency LLC.40 A.J. Hudson’s Public House.............. 8 Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School............................14 Alexandra Jamroz Designs.............. 32 Alex’s Music Studio...........................14 All About Fun Entertainment........... 38 Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter..................................16 American Family Insurance John Kent Agency............................ 40 ANDCO Management, Ltd............... 28 Anderson Coverage Group LLC....... 32 Anixter Center...................................16 Anytime Fitness-North Center........ 20 A Pretty Flower................................ 38 Arko Architecture............................. 32 Artis Senior Living Lakeview............16 A Secret Closet................................ 32 Associated Bank - Lori Novak......... 32 Audra Kurth Counseling.................. 20 Augustyn Family Services............... 20 Awakenings......................................12 Back 2 School Illinois........................16 Baird & Warner North Center.......... 28 Baird & Warner Real Estate Mike McCallum................................ 28 Baird & Warner Real EstateWilma Johnson................................ 28 Bari Zaki Studio................................ 38 Bartoli’s Pizzeria................................ 8 Basant Company................................ 8 Basil Financial Group....................... 38 Begyle Brewing Co............................ 8 Begyle Brewing Co.......................... 36 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago | Anne Rodia...................... 28 Bespoke Esthetics........................... 22 Bethany Retirement Community......16

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Be Well. The Art of Asian Therapies............................... 20 Big Blue Swim School.......................14 Big Buzz Idea Group........................ 40 Birch Road Cellar............................... 8 Black Bear Academy Chicago Private.................................12 Bloom Yoga Studio.......................... 22 Blue Bird Day....................................12 Blue Havana Cigar Shop.................. 38 Blue Sky Bakery & Cafe................8, 16 Blush Beauty Studio........................ 22 Bo’s Concessions............................. 38 Bosly’s Backyard............................. 38 Botanical Cafe.................................... 8 Bottles & Cans................................. 36 Bradley Business Center................. 28 Bras Galore...................................... 32 Brian Allendorfer Company, Inc...... 38 Bright Future Realty INC.................. 28 BrightSmiles Pediatric Dentistry..... 20 Brightview Landscapes................... 40 Brownstone Tavern & Grill................. 8 Btrainerfitness................................. 20 Bughouse Theater............................. 8 Burning Bush Brewery................. 8, 36 Byron’s Hot Dogs............................... 8 Calibr Merchant Services................ 36 Campbell Street Asset Management.......................... 28 Canna Bella Lux............................... 38 Capoeira Brasil Chicago: Colibri............................... 22 Carpet Cleaning Chicago................ 36 Celtic Crown Public House................ 8 Centered Therapy Chicago............. 20 CG Realty Group.............................. 28 Chamber Music at Bethany..............14 Chicago Charter Bus Company....... 38 Chicago City Soccer Club.................12 Chicago Engineer’s Foundation.......16 Chicago Fret Works......................... 40 Chicago Montessori..........................14 Chicago North Center Fit Body Boot Camp......................... 20 Chicago Rowing Foundation............12 Chicago’s Pizza.................................. 8 Chicago Vein Institute & Chicago Cosmetic Institute............. 20 CHIRP Radio......................................16 Cindi Sodolski Group Compass Real Estate....................... 28 CircEsteem........................................12

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CityBase........................................... 36 City Grange...................................... 38 City Tree Delivery............................ 38 Closet Outfitters.............................. 38 Clubhouse Therapy Centers............ 22 Club Pilates North Center................ 22 CMIT Solutions of Chicago.............. 38 Cobblestone Remodeling, Inc......... 38 Cobblestone Restaurant................... 8 Coconut Yoga.................................. 22 Coffee Joint, Inc................................ 8 Cole’s Appliance & Furniture Co..... 40 Common Pantry................................16 Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4)......................................16 Compass.......................................... 28 Compass Health Center.................. 20 Computerease................................. 38 Concordia Place................................12 Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen, 12th District.......... 38 Cookie Spin by Innovative Indulgences..................... 8 Coonley Elementary School.............14 Cooper Financial Planning.............. 38 Cork Lounge...................................... 8 Corn Productions............................... 8 CPR Cell Phone Repair.................... 36 Cricket Wireless (A & B Wireless Inc.).36 Curtain Couture............................... 40 Cusp Dental..................................... 20 Dance Center Chicago......................12 Daniela’s Facial Studio.................... 32 DANK Haus German American Cultural Center..................................16 Da Sorce........................................... 36 David L. Hoyt Education Foundation........................................12 Davis Theater..................................... 8 Delmark Records LLC.......................14 DePaul College Prep........................14 Derrig Builders & Management....... 28 Design Seed, Inc.............................. 32 Dip and Sip Donuts............................ 8 Dizzy Cow Candies and Curiosities.36 Donna Shultz Graphic Designer...... 40 Donohoe Pediatrics......................... 22 Dovetail Brewery, Inc.................. 8, 36 Drs. Valdes & Kulekowskis Podiatry Center................................ 22 Duke Animal Hospital...................... 42 Dun-Wel Lithograph Co................... 40 Dupli-Group..................................... 40

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Eclipse Theatre Company.................. 8 Eddie Patel, CFP.............................. 32 Edward Jones Luis Novo Financial Advisor............ 38 Eighth Blackbird...............................14 Eileen Dordek LCSW........................ 20 Eilts & Associates, Inc...................... 32 E&J Foreign Cars............................. 32 Elpida Tax Services Inc.................... 32 embellish chicago............................ 32 Embrace Sexual Wellness, LLC....... 20 Empowering Options Counseling Innovations...................................... 20 Enrollment Specialists..................... 40 Erasing the Distance.......................... 8 Erwin Law LLC.................................. 32 Eversfield Counseling & T herapy PLLC..................................... 20 Family Picnic, LLC.............................16 Family Tree Resale........................... 38 Ferguson Enterprises...................... 42 Fettes, Love & Sieben Plumbing & Heating......................... 40 Fifth Third Bank............................... 32 Fit City Kids...................................... 20 Fix It People..................................... 38 Formed Space.................................. 38 Forward Chicago..............................16 Foundation for Hearing & Speech Rehabilitation......................16 Found Chicago Boarding & Training Center................................ 38 Four Star Brass Band....................... 38 Freshworks Dental Studio............... 20 Friends of Ravenswood School........16 F.T. Karall Co................................... 32 Fulton Grace Realty......................... 28 Furlong Investment Solutions......... 38 Galter LifeCenter............................. 20 Gannon’s Pub..................................... 8 GB Group Inc. Insurance Agency.... 40 Geek Chicago.................................. 42 German International School Chicago.................................14 Ghostlight Ensemble Theatre Company.............................. 8 GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago.................16 Goldfish Swim School.......................14 Gotcha Covered Window Fashions.40 Great Clips - Lincoln Square............ 36 Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce....................16 Greenfields Academy.......................14

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Guaranteed Rate DeVontae Brooks............................. 28 Guaranteed Rate Sheryl Cohen Becker....................... 28 Half Acre Beer Company............. 8, 36 Haus Financial Services LLC........... 28 Hawthorne....................................... 40 Hayes Architecture + Design........... 32 Heal Veterinary Clinic...................... 42 House of Wah Sun............................. 8 i9 Sports® - Chicago Northside........12 IK Gymnastics LLC............................12 Illinois Restaurant Association.........16 Illinois Restaurant Association........ 36 Illinois State Representative Greg Harris, 13th District.......................... 38 Indigo & Violet Studio.......................12 In Hand-At Heart Therapy............... 20 In Sight Sign Company.................... 40 Irving Park Barber Shop.................. 36 Irving Park Chiropractic Center...... 20 Jakubco, Richards & Jakubco PC.... 32 James Gates Consulting.................. 42 Jerry’s Sandwiches........................... 8 John G. Wolf-Attorney At Law......... 32 John J. Lydon, Gomberg Sharfman P.C.................................... 32 John’s Place......................................12 jookie, a portrait boutique.............. 40 Kaminska Dermatology................... 20 Kane Insurance Group, Inc.............. 40 Kangaroo Kids Consignment, Inc... 38 Karl Lambrecht Corporation............ 40 Kate Stephens Real Estate @properties..................................... 28 Kennedy Mann Architecture............ 32 KickHouse........................................ 20 Kids’ Work Chicago Too....................12 Kidz Creative Corner........................14 Kin Care, Inc......................................16 Knit 1................................................. 40 Lakeview Newspaper...................... 40 Lakeview Pantry...............................16 Landrosh Development LLC............ 28 Laschet’s Inn...................................... 8 Lasswell Allstate Agency................. 40 Lather Chicago................................ 36 Law Office of Anthony V. Panzica.... 28 Law Office of Christopher J. Callahan................... 32 Law Office of Sima L Kirsch PC....... 28 Law Office of Theresa L. Panzica.... 28 LC Pho................................................ 8 Leigh Marcus | @properties............ 28 Lex Sonne | Writing Coach...............14

Lincoln-Addison Currency Exchange......................... 38 Lincoln Ave. Currency Exchange..... 38 Lincoln Foot and Ankle Center........ 22 Lincoln Square Athletic Club........... 20 Lincoln Square Orthodontics.......... 20 LLC Insurance Agency..................... 40 L&M Fine Foods............................... 38 Longford Construction Inc.............. 38 Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria........................ 8 LRG | Laura Rahilly Group................ 28 Lycée Français de Chicago...............14 Lyon Communications..................... 40 LYRIQ Music School, LLC..................14 Mac Dynamite Mac & Cheese..........12 Madden Sewer & Drain, Inc............. 40 Malman Law..................................... 32 Mangan Builders, Inc....................... 38 Maribel Selva, Coldwell Banker Realty................... 28 Martyrs’.............................................. 8 Mary Ellen Considine, Coldwell Banker.............................. 28 Mazek Law Group LLC..................... 28 McFetridge Sports Center................12 Midwest Aikido Center.................... 22 Mi Fogata Restaurant........................ 8 Mishkan Chicago..............................16 Molar City......................................... 20 Moment’s Notice Services............... 38 Monti’s..............................................12 Montrose Metra Community Garden...........................16 Morning Bird Studio......................... 20 Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro.... 8 NAMI Chicago...................................16 Natural Touch Chiropractic Center. 20 Nava Segall M.D. Pediatrics............ 22 Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club......12 Neil Stern Law Office....................... 32 New Day Network Wellness Center............................... 20 New York Life................................... 38 Nextpoint......................................... 32 Nomadic Ant.................................... 32 North Center Animal Hospital, Inc.. 42 Northcenter Chamber of Commerce....................................16 Northcenter Healthcare.................. 20 Northcenter Neighborhood Association.......................................16 North Center Satellite Senior Center.16 North Center Smile.......................... 20 North Park Elementary School.........14 Northside Community Resources....16

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North Side Housing & Supportive Services............................................16 O’Donovan’s Pub & Restaurant......... 8 Old Town School of Folk Music........14 Om on the Range Yoga Studio........ 22 On The Route Bicycles..................... 36 Orange Shoe Personal Fitness........ 20 Paychex - Olga Erazo....................... 36 Pearachute Kids................................12 Perceptual Motion, Inc.....................12 Performance Podiatry Partners...... 22 Physicians Immediate Care North Center.................................... 22 phyxMe Physical Therapy............... 22 Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School........................................16 plants inc.......................................... 40 Poke Burrito North Center................. 8 Power Plumbing & Sewer Contractor, Inc...................... 40 Power Up Tech Academy..................12 Prairieland Montessori.....................14 Present Place Chicago......................12 Pro-Holistic Care............................. 20 Proper Rate - Joe Burke.................. 28 @properties-Katie Anderson.......... 28 @properties-Rose Leversha Residential Real Estate....................................... 28 Psychotherapy Associates of Chicago........................................ 20 PT x AJ Physical Therapy................. 22 Quality Connections........................ 32 Raila & Associates, PC Property Tax Appeals...................... 28 Rany Management, LLC................... 28 Ravenswood Loft............................. 38 Ravenswood United Church of Christ.............................................16 RCN.................................................. 42 Reclaimed Bar and Restaurant........12 Red Eyes Coffee................................. 8 Reeder Heating & Cooling, Inc........ 40 Redline VR....................................... 38 Rev. Billy’s Chop Shop..................... 36 @revenue......................................... 40 Ribs1 BBQ & Bangers....................... 38 Ricardo Jimenez Coldwell Banker.............................. 28 Roam................................................ 36 ROCKS Northcenter..........................12 Root Realty, Inc................................ 28 Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers LLC......... 32 Rosing Eyecare-Chicago North Center........................................

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Ryan Blake Real Estate Group Jameson Sothebys.......................... 28 Ryan Global Group Century 21 Affiliated........................ 28 Saint Andrew School........................14 Scooterworks Chicago.................... 40 SearchLab Chicago.......................... 42 Second City Eye Care...................... 22 Self Defense Centers....................... 22 SensAble Kids.................................. 22 SEO Design Chicago........................ 42 Servpro of Ravenswood.................. 38 Shalimar B Photography.................. 40 Sharon Gaietto Photography........... 40 Slim’s Chicago..................................12 SNS Realty Group............................ 28 SomerCor, Inc.................................. 36 Soutache.......................................... 40 South Park Plumbing, Inc................ 40 Speaker of the House Property Inspections...................................... 40 Spicy Mexican Grill...........................12 Spirit Rising Foundation.................. 22 State Farm Insurance Hemina Patel................................... 40 State Farm Insurance Tolentino Moser Insurance Agency, Inc.......... 40 State Representative Ann Williams.................................... 38 Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C..................................... 32 St. Benedict Parish and Preparatory School...........................14 Step Advantage............................... 38 Steven E Gross & Associates........... 40 Strictly Fit......................................... 20 Stuart J. Cohen & Co., P.C............... 32 Studio 8 Pilates................................ 20 Susie Kanter Team / Dream Town Realty......................... 28 Swedish Hospital............................. 22 Swedish Immediate Care part of NorthShore University HealthSystem................................... 22 Symmetry Physical Therapy............ 22 Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA.... 22 Tattler Post #973 American Legion...............................16 Taxlink, Inc....................................... 32 The FIT Institute............................... 22 The Forge..........................................14 The Globe Pub..................................12 The Goddard School Roscoe Village..................................14 The Lock Up Self Storage Chicago Lakeview........................... 42

The Lock Up Self Storage Chicago Wrigleyville........................ 42 The MKTG Brand.............................. 40 The Rambler Kitchen + Tap...............12 The Royal Treatment Veterinary Spa................................. 42 The Teacher’s Way............................12 The UPS Store............................ 40, 42 The Voice Lab...................................14 The Wilcox Company....................... 28 Third Coast Percussion.....................14 Thresholds........................................16 TIADO Custom Clothier................... 32 Tiger’s Body Shop............................ 32 Toni’s Hair Salon & Spa.................... 36 Tooth Buds Pediatric Dentistry....... 20 tori grace outfitters.......................... 32 Torino Ramen....................................12 Tortorice’s Pizza................................. 8 Total Charter Bus Chicago............... 38 Traipse............................................. 32 Trejo & Associates........................... 32 TSI - The Service Innovators, Inc..... 42 Tuesday’s Child.................................16 Tuscan Hen Market...........................12 Tutu School.......................................12 Ultimate Ninjas Chicago.................. 20 Union Handmade............................. 32 Unpatterned LLC.............................. 40 Upchurch & Associates.................... 32 Urban Pooch.................................... 38 Vedas Plant Shop............................. 38 VinTech Systems, Inc....................... 42 Vision Boutique Formerly Artisan Eyecare................ 22 Vitality Health Center...................... 20 Vivant Gardening Services.............. 40 Wags-A-Lot Dog Walking................. 38 Wald Management Company, Inc... 28 Waveland Bowl.................................. 8 We Got Game....................................12 Welles Park Parents Association......16 West Lakeview Liquor..................... 36 Wild Goose Bar and Grill..................12 Windy City Playhouse........................ 8 Wintrust Bank-North Center............ 32 Wintrust Bank-Ravenswood............ 32 WorkSite LLC.................................... 42 Xurro - Churro Factory....................... 8 Yvonne’s Dance Academy................12 Zen Wealth Management Group Inc................... 32 Zia’s Lago Vista.................................12 Zneimer & Zneimer P.C.................... 32

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Business Categories Academic Support..........................12 Accounting Services/CPAs.............32 Adult/Child & Family Services....... 16 After School/Camps & Sports/Youth Activities...................12 Apparel/Accessories/Jewelry........32 Architects......................................32 Art/Crafts........................................12 Attorneys/Legal Services...............32 Audio Visual Systems & Design.....32 Automobile Repair/Parts & Service.32 Bakeries..........................................8 Banks.............................................32 Barber/Hair & Beauty Salon..........32 Bars, Breweries & Tap Rooms.........8 Beer/Wine/Liquor Sales.................36 Bicycle Repair................................36 Bowling Center................................8 Business Loans..............................36 Business Services/ Support/Resources........................36 Candy Shop...................................36 Cards & Games..............................36 Carpet and Rug Cleaning..............36 Cell Phone Sales/Repair................36 Charter Bus Services.....................28 Chiropractic Physicians.................20 Christmas Trees.............................38 CIBC Fire Pitch................................12 Cigar Sales/Accessories................38 Cleaning Services..........................38 Closet Design................................38 Coffee Shop.....................................8 Community/Nonprofit Organizations................................ 16 Computer Consulting/IT Support..38 Concessions/Catering...................38 Consignment/Resale Store............38 Counseling/Therapy/ Mental Health................................20 Currency Exchange.......................38 Dance.............................................12 Dentist/Orthodontist......................20 Dog Boarding/Sitting/ Training/Walking............................38 Early Learning/Preschool...............12 Elected Officials.............................38 Entertainment................................38 Event Management and Meeting Planning..........................38 Filmmaking & Acting......................14

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Financial Planning Services & Investment...................38 Fire/Water Emergency Clean-up...38 Fitness Center/Personal Training..20 Florist.............................................38 Food/Grocer..................................38 Food Pantry................................... 16 Garden Center/Landscaping.........38 General Contractor/Remodeling...38 Gifts & Unique Items Boutique......38 Graphic Designer..........................40 Guitar & Amp Repair......................40 Health and Wellness......................20 Healthcare.....................................20 Heating & Cooling.........................40 Home Furnishings/ Appliances/Design........................40 Home Inspection...........................40 Insurance Agents/Brokers.............40 Interior Design...............................40 Interior Plant Design.....................40 Jewelry, Watches, Coins...............40 Knitting Supplies...........................40 Landscaping..................................40 Live Music........................................8 Live Theater/Production..................8 Manufacturing...............................40 Marketing......................................40 Martial Arts....................................22 Mortgage Services........................28 Movie Theater.................................8 Music..............................................14 Nail Salon......................................40 Newspapers..................................40 Nonprofit Support Services...........40 Optometrists..................................22 Pediatrics.......................................22 Photographers/Videography.........40 Physical Therapy...........................22 Pilates/Yoga/Tai Chi.......................22 Pizzerias..........................................8 Plumbing Services.........................40 Podiatrists......................................22 Printer/Banners & Signs/ Vehicle Branding...........................40 Private Social Club..........................8 Real Estate Attorney......................28 Real Estate Development..............28 Real Estate Management..............28 Real Estate Sales/Brokerage.........28 Recording Studio............................14

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Restaurants.....................................8 Schools...........................................14 Scooter Sales/Service...................40 Security Systems...........................42 Senior Housing/Services............... 16 Shipping Services..........................42 Snow Removal/ Landscaping Services...................42 Social Services.............................. 16 Software Engineering....................42 Spa Services/Products..................22 Speech Therapy............................22 Spiritual/Worship........................... 16 Storage..........................................42 Swimming Lessons.........................14 TakeOut & Delivery Only................12 Telecommunications.....................42 Veterinarians.................................42 Website Development/ Internet Marketing/SEO.................42 Wholesale Plumbing Supplies.......42 Writing............................................14

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Advertiser Index A-1 Jewelry & Coin.................................................................................11

Mary Ellen Considine, Coldwell Banker...............................................27

AAA Catalyst Insurance Group............................................................. 31

Natural Touch Chiropractic Center...................................................... 23

A-Carr’s Carstar....................................................................................27

Nava Segall, MD..................................................................... Back Cover

Affinity Dental.......................................................................................21

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club............................................................7

Birch Road Cellar.................................................................................. 31

North Park Elementary School............................................................. 17

Blend/Build General Contractor.......................................................... 33

Northshore Immediate Care.......................................Inside Front Cover

Blue Havana Chicago...........................................................................27

Northside Community Resources......................................................... 19

Chicago Montessori.............................................................................. 17

O’Donovan’s Pub & Restaurant.............................................................11

Cobblestone Remodeling, Inc.............................................................. 41

Orange Shoe........................................................................................ 22

Cobblestone Restaurant........................................................................ 9

Pilgrim Lutheran School....................................................................... 19

Common Pantry.................................................................................... 31

Proper Rate, Joe Burke........................................................................ 29

Crawford Supply.................................................................................. 33

Queen of Angels Catholic Elementary School..................................... 19

Dental Innovations................................................................................27

Saint Andrew School..............................................................................11

Derrig Builders & Management, Inc..................................................... 41

SERVPRO of Ravenswood.....................................................................27

Design Seed, Inc.................................................................................. 35

State Farm, Hemina Patel Agent..........................................................27

Dun-Wel Lithograph Co......................................................................... 6

State Representative Greg Harris, 13th District................................... 41

Dupli-Group........................................................................................... 41

St. Benedict Preparatory School.......................................................... 19

Empowering Options............................................................................21

The Fit Institute.....................................................................................21

Galter LifeCenter...................................................................................21

The Lockup Self Storage...................................................................... 35

Heal Veterinary Clinic........................................................................... 41

The UPS Store.........................................................................................7

House of Wah Sun..................................................................................11

The Wilcox Company........................................................................... 29

John’s Place........................................................................................... 9

Tuscan Hen Market................................................................................11

Kane Insurance Group..........................................................................27

TUTU School......................................................................................... 19

Kids’ Work ............................................................................................ 15

Urban Pooch.........................................................................................37

Lincoln Foot and Ankle Clinic..................................... Inside Back Cover

Wintrust Bank North Center................................................................. 41

Lincoln Square Orthodontics............................................................... 23

Zen Wealth Management Group..........................................................37

Longford Design & Construction..........................................................27

Thank You! The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following for making this guide possible: Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Executive Director: Lindsay Eanet, Copywriting

Guide Layout and Design: Donna Shultz Donna Shultz Design

Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Associate Director: Eileen Keleghan, Membership

Photography: Steven E. Gross Steven E. Gross Photography

Advertising Sales: Kathy Chapman

Printing: Dun-Wel Lithograph

Advertising Sales: Ann Newton

And especially to our advertisers for their continued support!

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Lincoln Foot & Ankle Center www.lincolnfootandankle.com

NAVA SEGALL, MD Coonley Core

Business Supporter 2013-2014

Dr. Segall is a Board Certified Pediatrician dedicated to the physical, mental and developmental well-being of children and their family from birth through 21 years of age.

She is affiliated with Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Memorial Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital and Rush University.

We provide health maintenance, school physicals, sports physicals and well check-ups.

We manage chronic and acute problems such as asthma, allergy, acne, constipation and reflux.

Same day sick visit appointments are always available.

NAVA SEGALL, MD

Pediatrics 4116 N. LINCOLN AVENUE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60618 (773) 883-2350