Here’s a route. Take Kedzie south to Chicago and turn left. That’ll take you all the way to … Continue Reading about Freewheel Yourself—Summer Ends Sept. 23
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Pretty Cool Ice Cream Celebrates One Year
Swing by Pretty Cool Ice Cream this month to help them celebrate all they’ve achieved so far and catch some oldie but goodie pops before they’re gone!
New York City Artist Brings His ‘Suckadelic’ Toys to the Neighborhood
If you’re looking for some funny, counter-culture-kitsch, check out The Sucklord during his ‘Old Style’ Art Gallery tour Sept. 21 at Galerie F and Logan Arcade.
Popular Mexican Restaurant El Habanero Gives Customers a ‘Full Belly, Happy Heart’
The neighborhood’s family-owned Mexican restaurant ensures a homey dining experience with friendly service and delicious dishes. Get to know the sibling duo behind El Habanero and what our favorite dish is!
Pilot Project, An Experimental Taproom, Adds Another Brewery to the Neighborhood
Logan Square’s collection of breweries continues to grow with the addition of Pilot Project, an innovative brewery incubator.
Freewheel Yourself—Summer Ends Sept. 23
Whether or not we want to admit it, summer is coming to a close. Instead of being bummed about it, let’s live up the last three weeks to the best Chicago can do.
Neighborhood
‘Here Comes the Sun’: One Company Wants to Expand Solar Power in Logan Square
Eric Heineman, CEO of Windfree Solar, is enthusiastic about solar power. And he's eager to … Continue Reading about ‘Here Comes the Sun’: One Company Wants to Expand Solar Power in Logan Square
What’s Going on Logan: September 2019
Every summer, it happens: You blink on the solstice, and when you open your eyes, it's Labor … Continue Reading about What’s Going on Logan: September 2019
E-Scooters are (Likely) Here to Stay: An Assessment
On Aug. 13 Lime announced that Google Maps will begin displaying available Lime scooters in … Continue Reading about E-Scooters are (Likely) Here to Stay: An Assessment
Food + Drink
Popular Mexican Restaurant El Habanero Gives Customers a ‘Full Belly, Happy Heart’
“Barriga llena, corazon contento” (Full belly, happy heart). That’s the motto of El … Continue Reading about Popular Mexican Restaurant El Habanero Gives Customers a ‘Full Belly, Happy Heart’
Pilot Project, An Experimental Taproom, Adds Another Brewery to the Neighborhood
Logan Square's collection of breweries continues to grow with the addition of Pilot Project … Continue Reading about Pilot Project, An Experimental Taproom, Adds Another Brewery to the Neighborhood
Good Fortune: The Highly Anticipated Swanky, New-American, Mediterranean Spot is Here
Have you heard of a restaurant that is both “New-American” and “Mediterranean” but is also a … Continue Reading about Good Fortune: The Highly Anticipated Swanky, New-American, Mediterranean Spot is Here
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
Arts + Entertainment
New York City Artist Brings His ‘Suckadelic’ Toys to the Neighborhood
When I was a kid, I had those 12-inch action figures, along with my Uncle's G.I. Joe with … Continue Reading about New York City Artist Brings His ‘Suckadelic’ Toys to the Neighborhood
Community Party Brings Together Local Artists, Citizens Under the CTA Stop
What began as a habitual and firmly-established capacity to throw big parties, three locals … Continue Reading about Community Party Brings Together Local Artists, Citizens Under the CTA Stop
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
Business
Pretty Cool Ice Cream Celebrates One Year
It's already been one year since Pretty Cool Ice Cream (2353 N. California Ave.) has been in … Continue Reading about Pretty Cool Ice Cream Celebrates One Year
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
Politics
State Rep. Will Guzzardi Kicks Off Fourth Run for Illinois’ 39th District
Will Guzzardi, a three-term incumbent State Representative for Illinois’ 39th House District and longtime Logan Square activist and resident, kicked off his reelection party Sept. 4 with a full crowd … Continue Reading about State Rep. Will Guzzardi Kicks Off Fourth Run for Illinois’ 39th District
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
History
The Little-Known History of the Logan Square Catalpa Trees
Stuart Dybek opens his short story “The Palatski Man” with this line: “He reappeared in spring, some Sunday morning, perhaps Easter, when the twigs of the catalpa trees budded and lawns smelled of … Continue Reading about The Little-Known History of the Logan Square Catalpa Trees
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