Northcenter Chamber of Commerce

Our final Summer Concert of 2024 takes place this Wednesday, August 14, from 7-8:30pm! This week's band is Beyond the Blues, a modern R&B Blues based band that goes "beyond" in the traditional sense of the genre.

Special shoutout to All About Fun Entertainment - don't miss your chance to request a custom balloon creation at our last concert of the year! Lori the balloon lady accepts cash, Venmo, or Zelle for tips, and her designs are the best of the best.

Be sure to check out this week's sponsors, Goldfish Swim School - Roscoe Village, LYRIQ Music School, Savant Wealth Management, and Queen of Angels School during your visit!

Presented by Delmark Records and hosted by Burning Bush Brewery, the Rockwell Blues & Jazz Stroll will return for its 4th year this Sunday, August 11 from 3-8pm! The event will feature food, drinks, music, vendors, and more and is free to the public!

The 47th Ward Youth Council is partnering with the 46th and 48th Wards to host a Tri-Ward Youth Olympics event at Revere Park this Saturday! Ward teens are encouraged to come out to contribute to our school supply drive and play ward bingo, water balloon toss, and other games!

Visit Free Mvmt Shop for a special Dance Juice day this Saturday, August 10! Sample cold pressed juices from Juice Du Jour. All class attendees for the day will be automatically entered to win a limited edition Dance Juice tee.

Get ready to embark on a colorful journey to capture the charm of everyone’s favorite tree-dwelling friend, the sloth, this Saturday at Color Me Mine! Meet and pet a real sloth, and paint a sloth-themed ceramic piece. No prior painting experience required—just bring your enthusiasm and a sense of adventure!

Sign Up Here: northcenter.colormemine.com/whimsical-day

There are just two summer concerts remaining in the Northcenter Town Square this week and next week Wednesday! The heat wave is finally over, so make sure to stop by the Square tonight (August 7th) to hear local band Silvertone perform!

This week's sponsors are St Benedict Preparatory School and Queen of Angels School - be sure to visit their tables during the show!

The Northcenter Summer Concert Series continues tonight at 7pm in the Town Square! This week, One for the Ditch will be performing. Join us for free music and fun, and try to stay cool!

Weather permitting, the Northcenter Summer Concert Series will continue this Wednesday, July 24th at 7pm! Visit the Northcenter Town Square (4100 N Damen) for a free show, balloon animals from All About Fun Entertainment, free snacks at the Northcenter Chamber tent, and more! This week's sponsors are Wintrust Bank, Savant Wealth Management, and Queen of Angels School - be sure to visit their tables during the event!

Join our friends at Notre Ecole de Musique on July 25th from 6-8pm for an evening of light music, good conversation, and refreshments. Connect with like-minded individuals to discuss French culture, music, and more!

The Northcenter Summer Concert Series continues tonight at 7pm! Visit the Northcenter Town Square (4100 N Damen) from 7-8:30 and listen to some blues music from Dave Specter! Like last week, we'll have freebies at the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce tent, balloon animals from All About Fun Entertainment, and more. Be sure to visit this week's sponsors - Goldfish Swim School - Roscoe Village and GiGi's Playhouse - Chicago!

Want to stay up to date on public safety in the neighborhood? Join your neighbors and officers/staff from the 19th District Chicago Police Department at their bi-monthly 1911 and 1912 Beat Meeting on July 16th at Sulzer Library.

Congratulations to Color Me Mine Northcenter for an amazing Grand Opening yesterday! If you haven't visited yet, Color Me Mine is a paint-your-own pottery studio where you can let your creativity flow!

They've got lots of exciting events coming up, including a turtle and tortoise encounter on the 13th - visit their website to learn more! 🐢

The Northcenter Summer Concert Series returns tonight at 7pm! Visit the Northcenter Town Square (4100 N Damen) from 7-8:30 and enjoy music from The Polkaholics®, freebies at the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce tent, balloon animals from All About Fun Entertainment, and more! Be sure to visit this week's sponsor, St. Benedict School, as well!

Join us for the Grand Opening of Color Me Mine, Chicago's newest paint-your-own pottery studio, on July 11th! Featuring a ribbon cutting with Alderman Matt Martin, a taco truck & ice cream bar for the kids, a discounted $5 studio fee all day, and plenty of creative fun, you won't want to miss out. Let's paint, party, and create together!

Book a massage session with Chicago Holistic and take advantage of their special summer pricing! These summer prices can't be beat - heal and restore your muscles at an affordable rate today!

The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce's annual Summer Concert Series is back! Join us for free music and fun on Wednesday nights at 7pm from July 10 through August 14. Bring a chair, invite your neighbors, and get to know some new ones every week!

We had a great time welcoming Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes to the neighborhood last week! If you haven't visited their brick-and-mortar yet, they're a local ice cream shop with amazing offerings made in-house. Stop by for a sweet treat, order a custom ice cream cake, or book their event space for your next party!

Are you interested in learning how to appeal your property taxes? Join us at this tax self help session where experts from Raila & Associates, P.C. will discuss what is the best evidence to win a tax appeal and how to look up missing tax exemptions and unclaimed refunds.

Please bring a laptop or tablet to the presentation for a hands-on activity using the Cook County Assessor’s Office website as well as your Property Index Number (PIN).

Note: This workshop is geared towards business owners, but all are welcome!

RSVP: forms.gle/f8s4v1v9zbGFD6U39

The North Center Neighbors Association's annual Garden Walk is returning for its 18th year this Sunday, June 30th from noon to 5pm! Check in at the Northcenter Town Square or at Bell School to receive a Garden Walk brochure and map. Then, explore the gardens, bands, lemonade stands, and garden talks throughout the neighborhood!

Learn More: ncnaneighbors.org/garden-walk

The Northcenter Farmers Market begins tomorrow, June 22nd!! Join us every Saturday as farmers and local merchants offer their freshest fruits, vegetables, flowers, pastries and other handmade products for sale.

You won't want to miss this exciting event from Notre École de Musique! NEDM is hosting a concert/meet-and-greet event this Saturday, June 22 at 5pm. The evening will begin with refreshments and a short classical concert at 5:30pm. After the concert, you're invited to tour NEDM's space, get to know the team, and mingle!

Ribfest starts tomorrow at 5pm!! We're excited to spend Father's Day weekend with you!

Today's photos are from 2015, 2016, and 2017.

Ribfest Chicago starts in just 2 days - is everyone ready? What are you most excited about?

Here are some more iconic photos from 2011-2015!

Ribfest Chicago opens this Friday at 5 PM, we hope you can join us! Here are a few more vintage photos from 2008, 2009 and 2010!

Check out the list of vendors, bands and more at ribfest-chicago.com!

Vintage Ribfest photos!!! We'll be sharing a few a day until Ribfest begins this weekend. We're starting with 2004, 2006, and 2007.

Celebrate love, laughter, and the art of fatherhood at Color Me Mine Northcenter's Donuts with Dad event on June 16th from 11-1pm! Raise your beer or donut to the most special man in your life while crafting a masterpiece together.

Book now at northcenter.colormemine.com!

Lakeview Orchestra will be ending its 2023-2024 season with a dynamic fusion of Brahms and Schoenberg on Sunday, June 9th at the Athenaeum Center!

Learn More & Get Tickets: lakevieworchestra.org/events/2024/6/9/brahmsschoenberg

You won't want to miss local band Ravenswood's upcoming shows on June 8th and June 22nd! Ravenswood specializes in R&B originals and deep cut covers. Attendance is free - join them in the Northcenter Town Square and enjoy some tunes!

Ghostlight Ensemble continues Cinema Chaos, its unrehearsed live series, with Birdemic: Shock and Terror on June 6 at 7pm! Visit Black Eagle Club and watch this live reading in which a platoon of eagles & vultures attack the residents of a small town. Donations of any amount will be accepted at the door.

Delmark Records, Blue Chicago, and the Recording Academy - Chicago Chapter are presenting a showcase of modern blues vocalists and instrumentalists tomorrow night at the Harris Theater! Join them on June 6 from 7:30-9:30pm for this special, one-time only event!

Learn More & Get Tickets Here: harristheaterchicago.org/performance/women-in-blues