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August 23, 2019
Dear Neighbor,
 Tomorrow Women & Children First Bookstore is celebrating their 40th anniversary with a block party at Farragut and Clark from 11am to 5pm. The event will feature music, children's activities, feminist crafts, and more, with a special toast at 4:30pm. Women & Children First has been an anchor in Andersonville for decades, serving as so much more than just a bookstore to many people in our community. In recent years, the team has put a focus on bringing author readings and book signings to the community. Next month they are hosting a sold-out event featuring Justice Sonia Sotomayor at Senn High School, and next week local author Celia Perez is hosting a launch event for her new book, Strange Birds. To learn more about upcoming events at Women & Children First, click here. For more information on tomorrow's block party, including an entertainment line-up, click here. I want to congratulate Ann, Linda, Sarah, and Lynn, and all those who have worked to make Women & Children First a great bookstore in our community.
 Earlier this week our community celebrated another milestone with Loyola University's Sister Jean's 100th birthday celebration. Sister Jean became an international phenomenon when the Loyola Ramblers men's basketball team entered the NCAA Final Four tournament, but she has always been a larger-than-life figure on Loyola's campus. Please join me in wishing Sister Jean a happy 100th birthday, and many more to come.
I joined ASCO (Association of Sheridan Condo Owners) in celebrating the opening of Malibu Market in the Captain's Walk of the Malibu & Malibu East buildings on Sheridan Road. The new market features a deli, grocery, coffee, and liquor store. If you live on Sheridan Road, please stop by and welcome the new owners to the community.
Next week Mayor Lightfoot will host a televised State of the City address, followed by a series of Budget Town Halls around the city. Click here for more information on the town halls. I'll be communicating with you further about the budget after Labor Day. Additionally, I expect to have an update about the Andersonville Water Main Project and related tree issues after Labor Day.
Next week is the last week before Chicago Public Schools students head back to school. Please join us for our annual 48th Ward Back to School Celebration on Wednesday, August 28, 5-7pm, on the Senn High School Lawn, 5900 N. Glenwood. We'll have live music, school supply giveaways, pizza, games, facepainting, and more! Edgewater Pet Mayor winner Pax the Goat will also make a special appearance at the event. Click here to RSVP on Facebook and to invite your friends and neighbors.
 The final Argyle Night Market of 2019 is next Thursday, August 29, 5-9pm, on Argyle between Sheridan and Kenmore. As is our tradition, the final market of the year will be dedicated to the memory of John "Vietnam" Nguyen, and will feature performances from the Chinese Mutual Aid Society youth lion dance team, Kuumba Lynx breakdance and footwork performers, and political hip hop act Rebel Diaz. We will also recognize the late Ron Salazar, who passed away earlier this year and was instrumental in the creation of the Argyle Night Market. I hope you will join us for one last summer celebration next week. Click here for more information.
This week my office was notified that David Bradley has passed away. David was known to many people from the Andersonville community, and was frequently at Balmoral and Clark. My office worked closely over the years with care providers to try to get David the assistance and resources he needed. He lived with many challenges that led him to be homeless. I want to thank the many neighbors and business owners who were kind to David through his challenges. I would also like to thank the officers from the 20th Police District who spent a lot of time checking on David and working to connect him with resources. David was like others in our community who experience homelessness, who need our support and assistance. It is important that we remember that they are our neighbors and that we should do all we can to provide them the help that they need to live their lives.
Enjoy your weekend, shop local, and be safe and responsible when enjoying the lakefront.
Sincerely,
Harry Osterman
Alderman, 48th Ward
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Clark Street Infrastructure Updates
Last week, south of Ridge on Clark St., "paint-and-post" bumpouts were installed at many intersections. This, along with the new dashed bike lane through the heart of Andersonville, is an effort to make the street more comfortable and safe for pedestrians and cyclists. The clearer delineation of traffic lanes, bike lanes, and pedestrian crossings also make the street more organized for drivers, which allows for a safer experience for them as well. This project is largely modeled on a similar project on Milwaukee Ave. in Bucktown. Using paint and small bollards or posts, this design is flexible and allows our office and CDOT to observe conditions and make modifications as necessary.
 The double striped bumpouts at crosswalks, along with the protective bollards, allow pedestrians to safely step a little further into the intersection before crossing the street. This allows for better sightlines for pedestrians and motorists alike. The dashed bike lane that was installed a few weeks ago better delineates on the road where cyclists should ride, protecting them from riding too close to the "door zone" and too close into the lane of traffic. It also helps motor vehicles stay closer to the center lane, allowing for a safe distance between them and cyclists. This project is a work in progress. Alderman Vasquez and I are working with the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and SSA to identify ways to add some color to brighten the bumpouts and soften the look. We hope that these efforts will continue to make Andersonville a pedestrian friendly community as a way to support the thriving independent business community.
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48th Ward Art Wall
We welcome this month's featured artists, Emily Calvo and Vika Chala to our art wall in the 48th Ward office. Both Emily and Vika exhibit their art as an expression of inner feeling and ethos through use of watercolor and poetry. The exhibit will remain on display through October 5th in our office at 5533 N. Broadway. Come and meet the artists at an informal reception on Tuesday, September 10th beginning at 5:30pm. Click here for more information.
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Murals in Edgewater - A Call for Walls!
 The Lytle House is launching an ongoing initiative to beautify Edgewater through the installations of murals--both large and small. We are currently looking for any Edgewater property owners who are willing to volunteer their property for a possible mural installation. If you are interested, please submit your information at the following link:
Edgewater Mural Location Submission
If your location is selected for a mural, we will reach out to you via the information that is provided to discuss further. Murals are installed at no cost to the property owner and completely sponsored and maintained (as needed) by The Lytle House. Please submit your property by September 15th for installation in 2019.
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Berger Park Front Porch Concert
Sunday, August 25
2-3pm
Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N. Sheridan
Click here for more information
Join your friends and neighbors on the front porch of the Berger Park Cultural Center for a concert featuring Lakeside Pride Brass Quartet. Bring outdoor seats, picnic baskets, and snacks!
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Buttercup Park Advisory Council Community Picnic
Saturday, August 24
6-10pm
Buttercup Park, 4901 N. Sheridan
Buttercup Park Advisory Council is putting on our annual community picnic followed by a movie this Saturday at Buttercup Park. The BYOP (Bring Your Own Picnic) will feature a community dessert sharing table in the plaza where we encourage everyone to bring a dessert to share with your neighbors. As in prior years, we encourage everyone to get out their “summer whites” for one last wearing before Labor Day. Picnic begins around 6pm. The free movie is “Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse”. Movie begins around 8pm.
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Water Music on the Beach
Sunday, August 25
1-4pm
Begins at 6018 North, 6018 N. Kenmore
Click here for more information
 Water Music on the Beach is an annual series of live performances initiated in 2012 that highlights Chicago’s proximity to Lake Michigan. Compositions and scores reflect, react to, or personify the sounds of water. The programming for this event is a collaboration between Comfort Station, Homeroom, and 6018North.
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Uncommon Ground Rooftop Harvest Dinner
Wednesday, August 28
6pm
Uncommon Ground, 1401 W. Devon
Click here for more information
Join us August 28th at 6PM for our Annual Harvest Dinner. Start the evening with a cocktail reception on our rooftop farm with a cocktail sponsored by North Shore Distillery. Enjoy passed appetizers as you mingle with the farm team. Learn about Urban Agriculture and Uncommon Ground's commitment to organic farming. The cocktail reception will be followed by a five course dinner with pairings of organic beer from Greenstar Brewing. Greenstar Brewing is the first certified organic brewery in Illinois. Greenstar is owned and operated by Uncommon Ground.
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Property Tax Appeal Workshop
Thursday, September 12
6:30pm
Broadway Armory, 5917 N. Broadway
Click here for more information
This workshop is hosted by the office of Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Mike Cabonargi. Please bring a copy of your 2nd installment property tax bill.
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 The Great Tomato Challenge -- Coming soon!
Stay tuned! Care for Real Presents "The Great Tomato Challenge" -- A September Hunger Action Month Partnership with Local Restaurants
Details and participating partners to be released next week. #thegreattomatochallenge
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Intergenerational Skillshare Program
 Apply Online at https://seedscenter.org/intergen By Sept 21st, 12AM
Since 2017, Seeds Center’s free program offers a diverse range of activities and new skills for students to learn together all while experiencing and bonding with those 55 and older and 35 and younger in the same recurring group for each term.
Experiences students shared together over the 2 years have included:
digital photography | paper flower making | marbled designs on card-stock | qi gong, herbal medicinal teas, diy acupressure | mini Chinese crepes | butternut squash soup making contest | latin dance | line dance | calligraphy | reflective painting | conversational painting | abstract wave painting | jewelry making | wire wrapping | understanding canines | drawing mandalas on vinyl records | vision boards | embossing on tin
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What's Happening at the Libraries
The Edgewater Public Library, 6000 N. Broadway St., and the Bezazian Public Library, 1226 W. Ainslie St., offer a wide variety of programs and events each month.
Click here for a listing of Edgewater Library events
Click here for a listing of Bezazian Library events
Book Collection at Bezazian Library
Friends of Bezazian Branch library is collecting used books, textbooks, CDs and DVDs for its fall book sale. Donations can be dropped off at Bezazian Branch library, 1226 W. Ainslie, on Saturday, August 24, from 9:00 - noon. Give your old books new life and support your library at the same time! Don’t miss the book sale itself on September 7, 10:00 – 3:00, at Bezazian.
Edgewater Library used book sale Sept. 28; book donations accepted now
Save the date: Saturday, Sept. 28, for the used book sale sponsored by Friends of the Edgewater Library If you'd like to donate books for the sale, please visit the website for the list of acceptable items. You may drop off your donations in boxes or bags during library hours in the bin next to the Circulation Desk on the first floor.
Programs at Bezazian Branch:
Friends of Bezazian Book Sale
Saturday, September 7, 10am-3pm
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5cd06ee3b949f13300d5fe6c
Monthly Book Club: The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George
Saturday, September 7, 2pm
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5cd061148574a33e00ecc06b
If Statues Could Talk What Stories Would The Tell: Chicago's Talking Statues with Beth Sair
Saturday, September 14, 11am
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5cd05eb1e8783349002e3807
The City Logical: Edward P. Brennan Makes Sense of the Grid with Bill Savage
Wednesday, September 18, 6:30pm
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5cd05e3fa0bc3828000bad1a
Know Your Rights: A Special Education Clinic
Saturday, September 21, 11am
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5d3b33721e29962f0088f31d
Books on the Chopping Block: A Banned Books Week Read Out with City Lit Theatre
Saturday, September 28, 11am
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5d59bc538ffd4f450018dccb
Lost Uptown: The Rainbo Roller Rink with Andy Pierce
Saturday, September 28, 2pm
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5cd071b6a0bc3828000bafc9
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Job and Volunteer Opportunities
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Receptionist/Staff Assistant
The Chicago District Office for US Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky is hiring a receptionist/staff assistant. Candidates should be organized and have great interpersonal skills. Click here to view the full job description.
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Andersonville is hiring!
Did you know that there is a job portal on the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce website? If you're looking for a job or looking to hire, please check out the listings page here.
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The Census Bureau is hiring for thousands of jobs for the 2020 Census
Click here for more information
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 CTA RPM Networking/Job Fair
Wednesday, August 28, 9:30am - 1pm
JLM Center, 2622 W. Jackson Blvd.
Click here for more information
Come out to a networking fair to meet employers who are working on the upcoming CTA RPM project. This event will allow candidates to gain a clear understanding of paths to take to begin work in the construction trade unions and make meaningful connections to establish a new career.
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Sign on to #HireTransNOW
Are you hiring? Show your solidarity with the LGBTQ community by signing on to #HireTransNOW. #HireTransNOW is a city-wide initiative to end hiring stigma and employment discrimination against the transgender community, piloting here in Andersonville! Post job openings, reach talented, hardworking, and creative candidates, and demonstrate your support of the transgender community. Participating businesses will be featured on the Trans-Inclusive Chicago! website and newsletter, and receive social media shout outs throughout the life of the Trans-Inclusive Chicago! Campaign. Click here for more information.
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Chicago Methodist Senior Services seeks volunteers for a wind chime project
CMSS at Wesley Place, 1415 W. Foster Ave. is looking for folks to help construct a large art installation. No experience is required and everyone can take part. Volunteers will spend time with residents and rehab patients wrapping sticks with yarn. It’s just that simple. Once the sticks are wrapped, small bells and eye-hooks will be attached, and together will be hung under the awning to be exhibited during Andersonville Arts Week starting Sept. 16. Please contact Jenn Ross, Art Programming Coordinator, at 269-567-4358 or jenn.ross@cmsschicago.org if you are interested.
Volunteer to tutor adults in English
Chinese Mutual Aid Association is actively recruiting volunteers of all levels of experience and they provide free training as needed.
Click here for more information
Give us a hand! Help us learn English!
Volunteers, we need you at South-East Asia Center!
Please contact Jeanine Caughlin at South-East Asia Center, 5120 N. Broadway,
773-932-1141 or seacesl@yahoo.com.
Volunteer to Crew during Ride For Life Chicago weekend in Sept!
You don't have be on a bike to support TPAN's programs & services! No special skill required, just a willingness to support our riders and giveback to your community! Or you can become a Virtual Rider to support TPAN's mission.
Click here for more information
Volunteer for Open House Chicago
Volunteers receive great benefits and will be able to select their preferred site and shift for the weekend.
Click here for more information
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 Kids Biz Day
Sunday, Sept 8
9am-noon
Cedar Park Playlot, 5311 N. Winthrop
Click here for more information
Kids Biz Day is our neighborhoods' first-ever youth entrepreneur event! Children worked with local business owners, community members and entrepreneurs to develop small shops where they will promote or sell their products or services on September 8th, 2019 at Kids Biz Day at Cedar Park (5311 N Winthrop)! We are featuring 20 sellers with a variety of items for sale. We look forward to seeing you there!
Openings at Families Together Cooperative Nursery School
Families Together Cooperative Nursery School, an exceptional preschool in Edgewater, has two open spots in their Oaks class for children who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2019.
Click here for more information
South-East Asia Center Preschool for All Program
Age: 3 to 5
City/State Licensed
Year Round: 254 days/year
True Full Day: 7 AM – 6 PM
Teachers with same qualification as CPS teachers
Global Cross-Cultural Curriculum
Four Free Nutritious Meals
Multicultural Environment
Beautiful Chicago Historic Landmark
Supportive Family Services
Free Parking
Individual Tours Welcome
1134 W. Ainslie Street (corner of 4901 N Broadway), 773-989-7433
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Get Ready -- Opportunity for teens to learn about domestic and foreign policy
Get Ready is an organization dedicated to engaging and educating teens on domestic and foreign policy. We aim to provide a variety of perspectives on current global policy issues, as well as, provide a platform for conversation. We encourage political engagement by providing easily implementable and accessible opportunities online. These opportunities can range from ways to contact a local representative to how to coordinate voting registration in one’s area. Overall, Get Ready is an initiative that strives to educate individuals and have them be more politically active, at a local and global scale.
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4 8th Ward Youth Advisory Council
The purpose of this council began with our desire to make a difference in the way youth engage, learn, and participate in the community they call home. The council plans community events that will others in the community will enjoy. They get the opportunity to meet with other leaders in our community. If you want to learn more or have any questions contact PC at pc@48thward.org.
Circles and Ciphers Events
Circles & Ciphers is a hip-hop infused restorative justice organization led by and for young people who are impacted by violence. Click here to learn more.
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Cook County Elder Justice Center Senior Enrichment Seminars
Please join us for the next two (2) Cook County Elder Justice Center’s Senior Enrichment Seminar Series. Call the Elder Justice Center at (312) 603-9233 to register. Both seminars are scheduled to be held at the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in Courtroom 2005 from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. on the dates indicated below:
“Social Security / Medicare: Rights, Responsibilities and Deadlines”
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Click here for more information
The Craft of Writing Your Story 2.0
Edgewater Senior Satellite Center, Broadway Armory, 5917 N. Broadway
Wednesdays: Sept. 11, Sept. 18, Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Oct. 23
1-3 p.m.
In a series of six creative nonfiction workshops, memoir writing teacher Ben Polk shows how to use the craft of writing to capture life stories in the memoir genre. Authentic memoirs writing embraces the same creative principles used by screenwriters, fiction writers and novelists. Sessions are structured around mini-lectures; participants produce and share their stories and engage the group in critique techniques. Ben is a published poet, former editor and a lifelong writer. Registration required; call (773) 382-0764 or email edgewatervillagechicago@gmail.com. Limit: 10 participants.
Meet-up at Waterfront Café
6219 N. Sheridan Rd. (near Granville)
Tuesday, Sept. 10, 11:30 a.m.
 Join your Edgewater Village friends for a lovely al fresco lunch at Waterfront Cafe while enjoying the breathtaking lake views. This hidden gem is located at the lakefront and between two historic Berger Park mansions. Try a fresh salad, burger or even a lobster roll. Refreshments include cocktails, beer and wine. Separate checks. Dog friendly. Reservations required by Sept. 9; call (773) 382-0764 or email edgwatervillagechicago@gmail.com If inclement weather, we will cancel and contact you.
We Ate Wonder Bread
Friday, Sept. 6
1:30-3 p.m.
Edgewater Library, 6000 N. Broadway, second floor
 Meet veteran cartoonist Nicole Hollander who created the internationally syndicated comic strip, Sylvia. In her witty, illustrated memoir, We Ate Wonder Bread, Hollander shares her coming-of-age story complete with gangsters, the police, Catholic girls and drives into better Chicago neighborhoods in the family car, a blue Hudson. This program is a partnership with Edgewater Village Chicago and Women and Children First. Autographed copies of We Ate Wonder Bread will be available for purchase.
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Construction Activity Notices - CTA RPM Utility Relocation Work
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CTA RPM Project Update
CTA continues to make progress on the advance work we need to complete before we begin major construction on the Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Phase One Project. The work we’re doing includes relocating utility lines and equipment to make room for new track structure that will be built as part of RPM. Last month, CTA held public meetings about the project’s progress and the timeline for construction of the new Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr. That information, including Q&As from the meetings, can be found at transitchicago.com/RPM.
Below is the weekly utility and demolition update for the LBMM project area:
Alleys east of and parallel to the CTA Red/Purple Line between Leland and Foster and at all cross streets from Leland to Foster:
- Lawrence: Underground duct bank installation in W. Lawrence Ave. and is 100% complete.
- Argyle: Underground duct bank installation is approximately 90% complete.
- Foster: ComEd resumed work in the manhole on W. Foster.
- Leland: RCN/Comcast completed underground duct bank and manhole installation
- Winona: ComEd resumed work in the manhole on W. Winona.
Alleys east of and parallel to the CTA Red/Purple Line between Foster and Balmoral and at all cross streets from Foster to Balmoral:
- No work was observed last week.
Alleys east of and parallel to the CTA Red/Purple Line between Balmoral and Bryn Mawr and at all cross streets from Balmoral to Bryn Mawr:
- Bryn Mawr: ComEd continued overhead cable work and began underground cable installation at the utility poles south of 1111 W. Bryn Mawr.
- Catalpa: ComEd continued pulling cable into the east alley south of Catalpa.
Alleys east of and parallel to the CTA Red/Purple Line between Bryn Mawr and Thorndale and at all cross streets from Bryn Mawr to Thorndale:
- Hollywood/Ardmore: ComEd continued service transfer and removal of overhead cables and transformers.
- Hollywood/Ardmore: ComEd began replacing utility poles.
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Uptown Cafe presents Brazilian Swag Dance Fitness August Workshop Series
Saturday, August 24
Click here for more information
Art Block Party
August 24 & 25
1224 W. Wilson
Click here for more information
Story On: A hands-on visual arts and literacy project
Sunday, August 25
10:00am
Helix Cafe, 6237 N. Clark
Story On is a hands-on literacy project where children illustrate and write a story together. Join us to illustrate and write a story as a team. Pieces will be displayed at Helix after the event.
FLOW Introduction with Valerie Friedlander
Sunday, August 25
3:00 - 4:30pm
Helix Cafe, 6237 N. Clark
This workshop focuses on giving you the skills to make confident and aligned decisions for you. We'll go beyond the "well, stop it!" mindset mode and dive into the core components to retrain your brain to work better FOR you, instead of against you. RSVP and Learn more here.
SoFar Sounds Show
Tuesday, August 27
7:30 - 10:00pm
Helix Cafe, 6237 N. Clark
SoFar brings secret live music acts to intimate venues across Chicago. Helix has been selected as a venue and will be hosting live music Tuesday, 8/27. Get your ticket here!
Chicago Mindful Psychotherapy
Monthly group schedule throughout April
Chicago Mindful Psychotherapy, 5537 N Clark St
Click here for more information
Free Children's Dance Classes
Every other Sunday
Latin's Uptown Space, 4956 N Sheridan
Click here for more information
Adult Career Education Programs
Every Wednesday and Thursday
11:00 am
Chicago Center for Arts and Technology, 1701 W 13th St
Click here for more information
Chicago Filmmakers has multiple events including film showings and classes. Click here for more information.
Chicago Filmmakers, 5720 N Ridge Ave
Chicago Community Learning Center Weekly Informational Sessions
Weekly at 11:00 am
Chicago Community Learning Center, 4753 N Broadway #602
Click here for more information
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See the full calendar of arts events by clicking here.
CALL TO ARTISTS for Illinois Revisited
Enter by Monday, September 23
October 18 - December 1
Berger Park, Gunder Mansion, 6219 N Sheridan
Click here for more information
Gallery of Contemporary Mosaic show: Essays on Stone and Light
July 6 - September 7
Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics (GoCM) located at 1127 W Granville Ave
Click here for more information
Interrobang Theatre Project Presents Out of Love
August 16 - September 14
Rivendell Theatre, 5779 N Ridge
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48th Ward Alderman Harry Osterman
Ward Office City Hall Office
5533 N. Broadway, 121 N. LaSalle Room 300,
Chicago, IL 60640 Chicago, IL 60602
773-784-5277 312-744-6860
Office hours: Monday-Friday 9 am - 5 pm;
Evening hours available by appointment
www.48thward.org
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