At the end of June, my tia, Gloria Quito Pinduisaca, locked the doors to her shop in Logan … Continue Reading about Relishing in the Memories of the Good Times in Logan Square
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New Nonprofit Aims to Combat Sexual Harassment in the Food and Drink Industry
“Our goal is to create clear and consistent policy for restaurants and bars so that people in leadership can be confident in viewing these instances as opportunities to positively affect their work culture and employees can feel secure in coming forward,” said Trista Baker, Logan Square resident and one of the founders of the Restaurant Culture Association who has worked in the industry since high school.
REVIEW: Superkhana Serves Indian-ish Classics with Sass and Imagination
Superkhana blends traditional Indian flavors with other cuisines of the world that left us feeling satisfied and intrigued for more. Read what we love about the new restaurant!
Relishing in the Memories of the Good Times in Logan Square
The neighborhood is changing, whether you like it or not. We can try and tiptoe around complex subjects like gentrification but they happen continuously, much like the seasons.
35th Ward’s Immigrant-Defense Efforts Expand Across City
Ten ward offices from across the city will model “rapid-response” deportation-defense networks after a program pioneered in Logan Square’s 35th Ward.
Unity Park Brings First-Ever LGBTQ +Allies Theatre Performance to Logan Square
A special theater event tonight at Unity Park will share LGBTQ youth voices and resources for LGBTQ folks and allies to spread support and understanding for the community.
Neighborhood
Taking Back the Seed: Meet the Community’s First Seed Library
It’s safe to say most of us have seen several “little libraries” scattered across the … Continue Reading about Taking Back the Seed: Meet the Community’s First Seed Library
LoganSquarist Staff Highlight: Paulina Fadrowska
What’s your role with LoganSquarist? Staff photographer. What have you been working … Continue Reading about LoganSquarist Staff Highlight: Paulina Fadrowska
What’s Going on in Logan: August 2019
School may be starting soon but we're ready to keep summer vibes going all month long. From … Continue Reading about What’s Going on in Logan: August 2019
Food + Drink
New Nonprofit Aims to Combat Sexual Harassment in the Food and Drink Industry
Embarking on a shift in the hospitality industry, specifically in a bar or restaurant, often … Continue Reading about New Nonprofit Aims to Combat Sexual Harassment in the Food and Drink Industry
REVIEW: Superkhana Serves Indian-ish Classics with Sass and Imagination
Logan Square is finally getting more South Asian food and I am happy to be here to … Continue Reading about REVIEW: Superkhana Serves Indian-ish Classics with Sass and Imagination
Hopewell Brewing’s Inaugural Natural Wine and Wild Beer Festival Kicks Off Saturday
What do you get when you combine flavor, fermentation and festivities? The first-ever Act … Continue Reading about Hopewell Brewing’s Inaugural Natural Wine and Wild Beer Festival Kicks Off Saturday
REVIEW: New ‘Gamblers Paradise’ Restaurant The Whale Serves Up Satisfying Fish Entrees, Homemade Ice Cream
The Whale has landed in the neighborhood this landlocked fisherman could not be happier. The … Continue Reading about REVIEW: New ‘Gamblers Paradise’ Restaurant The Whale Serves Up Satisfying Fish Entrees, Homemade Ice Cream
Arts + Entertainment
Unity Park Brings First-Ever LGBTQ +Allies Theatre Performance to Logan Square
About Face Theatre is coming to Logan Square's Unity Park (2636 N. Kimball Ave.) with a … Continue Reading about Unity Park Brings First-Ever LGBTQ +Allies Theatre Performance to Logan Square
Logan Square Improv Draws Crowds with BYOB, Free Laughs
A strange and unruly group of people gathered in a Diversey Avenue storefront on a recent … Continue Reading about Logan Square Improv Draws Crowds with BYOB, Free Laughs
Broke Artists Bathe in Luxury for a Day at So Broke House Pop-Up
Are you an artist who is too broke for a Soho House membership? Do you wish you could enjoy … Continue Reading about Broke Artists Bathe in Luxury for a Day at So Broke House Pop-Up
Horribly Organic: A Conversation with Artist Pat Loboyko
Longtime Logan Square resident Pat Loboyko is skilled in the dark arts. There’s nothing … Continue Reading about Horribly Organic: A Conversation with Artist Pat Loboyko
Business
New Local CBD-Based Product Line Launches to Promote Natural Wellness
CBD is without a doubt one of the trendiest ingredients in the natural wellness space today. … Continue Reading about New Local CBD-Based Product Line Launches to Promote Natural Wellness
New Industrial Kitchen For Food Entrepreneurs Offers Job Opportunities For People With Disabilities
At the intersection of Bloomingdale Avenue and Spaulding Avenue is the home of Envision … Continue Reading about New Industrial Kitchen For Food Entrepreneurs Offers Job Opportunities For People With Disabilities
Superkhana Brings a Playful Mélange of Indian-ish Flavors to the Neighborhood
There’s a new restaurant on the block and it’s called Superkhana International (3059 W. … Continue Reading about Superkhana Brings a Playful Mélange of Indian-ish Flavors to the Neighborhood
Father and Son Restaurant Closes — Reopens for Carryout, Delivery
While Logan Square has been currently gentrifying—some may say that it is already … Continue Reading about Father and Son Restaurant Closes — Reopens for Carryout, Delivery
Politics
35th Ward’s Immigrant-Defense Efforts Expand Across City
As President Donald Trump's administration continues to target undocumented immigrants nationally, most recently in high-profile raids of workers in food-processing plants, local aldermen have … Continue Reading about 35th Ward’s Immigrant-Defense Efforts Expand Across City
Chicago People’s Inauguration Works to Bridge the Gap Between Institutions, Aldermen and Citizens
Standing alongside their constituents and the grassroots organizations that aided their victories, City Council’s new coalition of progressive aldermen flipped the script—they swore-in the people. … Continue Reading about Chicago People’s Inauguration Works to Bridge the Gap Between Institutions, Aldermen and Citizens
History
New Photo Book by Logan Square Preservation President Shares Layers of Neighborhood History
Andrew Schneider, President of Logan Square Preservation (LSP), gave a fascinating and entertaining lecture Nov. 15 about his book "Images in America (Logan Square)" at the Logan Square … Continue Reading about New Photo Book by Logan Square Preservation President Shares Layers of Neighborhood History
Radlers in Logan: Ignaz Schwinn and the Rise of Cycling Culture
Cycling culture continues to make inroads, both globally and in our little corner of the Midwest. Massive bicycling infrastructure plans have been implemented in cities such as London and Paris. And … Continue Reading about Radlers in Logan: Ignaz Schwinn and the Rise of Cycling Culture