Cheers to Horse Thief on Winning Gold in the World Beer Cup Competition

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The World’s Best Pilsner is on Western Avenue

Congratulations to Horse Thief Hollow, winner of a Gold Medal in the World Beer Cup! They won the prestigious medal, their ninth award, for one of their flagship brews, an American Pilsner called Little Wing. The Chicago Tribune featured them in a story published today, and you can celebrate with them on May 21 for Small Brewery Sunday!.

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May 23 Cash Mob for Ain’t She Sweet & Andy Sunflower Cafe

Ain’t She Sweet Cafe and AndySunflower Cafe, 9920 S. Western Ave., recently suffered two burglaries during the overnight hours on back-to-back Saturdays. To help them recover from the financial hit of window damage and lost sales due to a closure for clean-up, the MPBHBA is hosting a cash mob. On Tuesday, May 23, all are encouraged to stop in and show these local gems our support by making a purchase during business hours and sharing this information to spread the word!

Maxwell Street Market Seeks New Vendors for the Season

The Maxwell Street Market is a Chicago tradition with an eclectic mix of handmade crafts, resale housewares and clothing, live music, family fun and some of the best street food in Chicago. The Market hopes to attract new and different makers, creators and merchandise vendors this season. Vendors can sign up for 1 day or all 22 Markets until the end of October.

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Let Us Promote Your Father’s Day Specials

Do you have a specialty service, product, or gift idea that dads would love? The MPBHBA is planning a shop local campaign for Father’s Day! Send us your Father’s Day specials by May 21, and we’ll include them in our marketing campaign that will include print advertising and a poster distributed at participating businesses. Example: Buy Dad his favorite 4-packs from Open Outcry!

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Be Part of Black Business Month & Join the Black Business Owner Directory!

August is National Black Business Month, a designated time to celebrate and support Black-owned businesses nationwide. A group of Black business owners, plus the MPBHBA, 95th Street Business Association, and BAPA have been meeting to discuss ways we can collaborate and connect. The conversations have resulted in a plan to create a Black business directory, as well as to partner for Black Business Month in August. If you are a Black business owner in Beverly or Morgan Park, please submit your business information so that your business can be featured in a local directory. Fill out the form to also be part of Black Business Month in August. More information is coming soon!

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Networking event at HTH

Have a pint of Little Wing, which just won a Gold Medal at the World Beer Cup competition, as you mingle with other business owners in the MPBHBA service area on May 23 at Horse Thief Hollow!

This Spring networking event is a great way to stay connected with other entrepreneurs in the community, exchange ideas, and hear the latest local business news.

Your first drink’s on us, and the MPBHBA will also provide complimentary appetizers. We hope to see you there!

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Sponsorships

Up In Smoke Seeks Sponsors

Up in Smoke is a vibrant and inclusive music festival happening August 11–12, 2023 at Americanos restaurant, 11060 S. Western Ave. Festival organizers are seeking sponsors to support the event and celebrate the unique cultural identity of our community. If you’d like to be a sponsor, please email upinsmokefest.jim@gmail.com.

Neighborhood Pride Picnic Seeks Sponsors

In honor of LGBT Pride Month in June, our community is planning its first neighborhood Pride Picnic. The celebration is scheduled for Sunday, June 4, from noon to 3 pm at the Edna White Garden, 1812 W. Monterey Ave. The planning committee is seeking donations for food and entertainment. Sponsors will be recognized at the event and in all marketing communications.

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Business Workshops

Leveraging Brand Ambassadors & Influencers | May 24 Workshop

Date: Wednesday, May 24, 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Location: The Hatchery Chicago, 135 N. Kedzie Ave.
Cost: $20
More than a third of consumers say they’ve discovered a brand solely through influencer social media posts. Learn how to expand your reach and build audience trust through ambassador and influencer marketing at this workshop.

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Fine Tune Your Record Keeping | June 5 Workshop

Date: June 5, 9:00 to 10:00 am
Join us on Monday, June 5, at Beverly Bank for a record keeping workshop for businesses. The workshop will run from 9:00 to 10:00 am, with a question and answer session afterwards. Refreshments will be provided.

As part of the general discussion, Beverly Bank will offer helpful hints and dos & dont's for when business is slow. This workshop is reserved for business owners in Morgan Park and Beverly Hills. Space is limited and RSVP is required.

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MPBHBA Calendar

To help you plan ahead, the MPBHBA is adding a calendar of upcoming events to our e-news.

May 23 | MPBHBA After Hours
June 5 | MPBHBA Record Keeping Workshop
June 17 | Juneteenth Festival
June 24 | Beverly Fest on Walden
July 29 | Summer Soirée on 103rd
July 1–August 6 | Margarita Mile
August | Black Business Month
September 12 | MPBHBA Coffee & Conversation
September 14 | Sip & Shop
September 23 | Art Walk
October 14 | Tombstone 5K
November 25 | Small Business Saturday
December 9 | Holiday Road