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Who would have ever thought there would be a coin shortage across America? Every day we see customers cash in bags of coins, most of us probably have a jar sitting on a dresser and many have started their children’s savings with a piggybank. So how did this happen, how can we explain to customers that the [...]

Did you know you can still snag a seat indoors at your favorite restaurant? Many restaurants in Lakeview East are still open for patio, outdoor, and open window indoor dining. Seating inside near windows that open at 50% or more is considered outdoor dining! Max seating of 6 per table. Restaurants with retractable roofs also [...]

CHEESIE'S - Monster Shots 958 W Belmont | (773) 388-1574 Pick your poison over at Cheesie’s Pub & Grub, will it be Frankenstein, The Mummy or Dracula’s Kiss? Beware… these shots aren’t for scaredy cats!   TRADER TODD’S - Cozy Cocktails 3216 N Sheffield | (773) 348-3250 Trader Todd’s takes tropical… to terrifying! Cozy up [...]

The Colette Collection, founded and owned by Lauren Rubbelke, has been nestled at 2858 N. Clark Street since 2016. With affordable pieces of women's fashion and accessories, The Colette Collection has been a favorite of many women in Lakeview East since its inception. Lauren is always making sure her customers receive the best deals and [...]

We are excited to partner with the CTA for the RPM Open for Business Program, which aims to support small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and major attractions or entertainment venues impacted by CTA’s Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Phase One Project. If your business is located within the below boundary, it is important for you to [...]

Planned Property Management, better known as PPM Apartments, is an apartment leasing company that is no stranger to Lakeview East. With over 3,700 apartments across the city, they have a strong presence right here in Lakeview where they've been for over 30 years . They've also been a member of the Chamber since 1998 - [...]

  We're truly sad this year's Lakeview East Festival of the Arts had to be cancelled. This past weekend would've marked the 16th year of the show! We were looking forward to making this year a wonderful event for the community, but ultimately had to make this difficult decision with the safety of the artists [...]

The weather is beautiful, businesses are open, and the city is buzzing (safely, of course), you’re probably itching to do something fun. Although travel might not be an option this summer, you can still plan a great staycation right here in Lakeview East! So pack your bag, get out of the house, and enjoy the [...]

4th of July weekend might be a little different this year, but if you're planning to pack up a picnic and hit the lakefront, a park, or even your backyard for a cookout, we've got you covered. Shop local and support neighborhood businesses by getting all your barbecue and picnic essentials right here in Lakeview [...]

As we transition into Phase IV of the City's Reopening Plan, many of our local businesses will be reopened on June 26th. This is a working list and will be updated as we have more information about what businesses are reopening. If there is a particular business you do not see listed below, please reach [...]