Lucky Duck Promos At Provisions

When: August 2025

Where: Rogers Park Provisions, 6928 W. Glenwood Ave.

Rogers Park Provisions has got a fun promotion happening this month, and it's adorable.

When you spend $25 or more, you'll get the chance to win a free gift with purchase!

Just pick up a little rubber ducky out of their swimming pool and win big! 

Keep an eye on our socials to learn more about how to participate. 

Picnic Wine & Provisions

Where: Picnic Wine & Provisions, 7301 N. Sheridan Rd.

Wine Tasting: Thurs, Aug 7 5pm

Join Picnic Wine every Thursday for wine tasting! $5 for four pours. That fee is waived with an onsite purchase.

Picnic After Dark: Fri, Aug 8 6pm

This week’s lineup includes WTSV? (Susan Abelson and Victor Sanders) and Al Day and Victor Sanders. Pull up a chair and enjoy these two wonderful bands!

49th Ward Back to School Bash

When: Sat, Aug 9 11am

Where: Willye B. White Park, 1610 W. Howard St.

Join the 49th Ward office and community partners for their annual Back to School Bash Willye B. White Park.

They will be giving away free backpacks and school supplies, as well as free food, activities, and music! See you there!

Live Dance Performance

When: Sat, Aug 9 11am

Where: Artist of The Wall, 1096 W. Pratt Blvd.

RE| dance group presents Chicago MemoryScape.

Come out for this live dance performance with optional community participation.

Hosted by RE| dance group.

Jarvis Square Artisan Market

When: Sat, Aug 9 10am

Where: Jarvis Square, Between Greenview and the Jarvis Red Line station

Discover local talent and handmade treasures at the Jarvis Square Artisan Market. Where creativity and community come together.

From handcrafted goods and art to unique gifts and gourmet treats, there’s something special for everyone.

Join friends and neighbors each month to support small businesses and connect with passionate makers.

Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival

When: Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 17

Where: Morse & Glenwood

The Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest (GAAF) is a beloved annual celebration in Rogers Park, bringing together over 130 artists and more than two dozen music and dance performances. This vibrant weekend event features live art demonstrations, a kids’ activity zone, and open studios for a truly immersive creative experience.

Visitors can explore and purchase diverse artwork—from traditional woodworking and ceramics to digital art and cutting-edge mixed media—by local and visiting artists. Set along the charming cobblestone streets of the Glenwood Avenue Arts District, near the Morse CTA Red Line stop, the fest also offers delicious bites from neighborhood eateries. Best of all, admission is free!

Hirde with Alpha and The Princes of Futa

When: Sat, Aug 16

Where: Touhy Park, 7348 N. Paulina Ave.

Hirde with Alpha and the Princes of Futa is a spiritual journey of love, celebration, and meditation through a drumming circle, music, singing and dancing.

Community Paddle

When: Sun, Aug 17 11am.

Where: Leone Beach, 1222 W. Touhy Ave.

Join the Leone Beach Park Advisory Council at the Leone Beach Park Community Paddle to celebrate summer paddling on the Rogers Park lakefront and meet other paddlers!

Groups will launch from 9-11am and do an out/back paddle, with the route and duration determined by weather and group experience.

Loyola Beach Cleanup!

When: Fri, Aug 22 11am

Where: Blue Jay Café, 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave.

Mark Your Calendars: Loyola Beach Cleanup!

Join Digital Third Coast for a community volunteer day to help keep Loyola Beach clean and beautiful!

Let’s come together to take care of our shoreline!

Celebrate 25 Years of Willye White Park

When: Sat, Aug 23 12-3pm | Movie 7:30pm

Where: Willye B. White Park, 1610 W. Howard St.

Willye White Park has been the heart of the Howard Street community for 25 years and they marking the milestone with an afternoon of fun for all ages. Join us for Willye White Park End of Summer Bash and enjoy food by Urban Tables, music, storytelling, a magic show with James Sanden, games, snow cones, a bounce house and a special anniversary presentation with community leaders.



Stick around for “Minecraft” in the park at 7:30 p.m.

Summer Fest

When: Sun, Aug 31 1pm

Where: Jarvis Square, Between Greenview and the Jarvis Red Line station

Celebrate Labor Day with Chicago Stars FC!

Join friends and neighbors for Summer Fest, presented by Sloan Valve Company.

Enjoy lawn games, a DJ, free swag and a watch party for the Stars' 3 p.m. match against the Washington Spirit. Plus, enjoy food and drinks from R Public House, Charmers Café and Jarvis Square Tavern.

Kids and dogs are welcome too, they will have plenty of family-friendly activities!

Roberts Cycle: Bike Repair

Phone: 773.274.9281

Where: Roberts Cycle, 7054 N. Clark St.

No appointment needed—just roll on in! At Roberts Cycle they repair all bikes, old or new, from French classics to Italian racers and everything in between.

Free estimates always!

Need To Get Your Taxes In Order?

Contact: Nancye F. Rivera, 773.230.3514

Email: nancye@plusbookkeepingservices.com

Is tax season on hold because your records are a mess?

At Plus Bookkeeping Services, their team transforms financial chaos into organized, deductible clarity.

Contact Plus Bookkeeping Services for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

Family Matters Accepting New Students

Where: Family Matter, 7731 N. Marshfield Ave.

Family Matters is excited to welcome new students from PreK through 3rd grade.

At Family Matters, your child will enjoy personalized learning tailored to their unique needs, plus exciting opportunities to explore music, theater, German wheel gymnastics, Latin dance, and much more!

Give your child a vibrant, creative start—join our community today!

Back - To - School Check Ups

Where: Midwest Refuah Health Center, 6374 N. Lincoln Ave.

Don’t wait until the last minute—get ahead of the back-to-school rush! Now’s the perfect time to schedule your child’s check-ups, including sports physicals and required immunizations. At Midwest Reruah Care Centers you can find walk-in services, affordable fees, and experienced providers who are here to help your family start the school year healthy and ready to thrive.

Factory Theater Presents: MUFFED

Opens: Mon, Aug 18 - Sat, Sep 20

Where: Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.

GET MUFFED with the Unheard Of Company: The Meaningful Action Theatre Company presents a workshop reading of 'Muffed': A recounting of Farmington, Maine's 43rd Annual Chester Greenwood Day.

Don’t let the long title fool you — this IS a full production of a show about a group of actors presenting a reading of their documentary theatre piece about Chester Greenwood Day, the day dedicated to Chester Greenwood, Maine state hero and earmuff inventor.

Lifeline Theatre: 2025/2026 Season

Lifeline Theatre’s Artistic Ensemble announces their 2025-26 season of Big Stories, Up Close. This 43rd year for the Rogers Park not-for-profit theater begins in September 2025 and includes three MainStage productions, three KidSeries productions, and three Concert Readings, as well as the 4th annual BIPOC Showcase.

Lifeline Theatre’s 2025/2026 Season in Chronological Order

MainStage Season

Rabbits in Their Pockets, September 5 – October 5 (opens 9/14/25, 2:30 p.m.)

Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol, November 28 – December 21 (opens 11/30/25, 2:30 p.m.)

LOKI–The End of the World Tour, April 24 – June 13 (opens 5/3/26, 2:30 p.m.)

KidSeries Season

Click, Clack, BOO! A Tricky Treat, October 4 – November 2 (opens 10/5/25, 1 p.m.)

The Conductors, in partnership with Kerfuffle, December 6 – 21 (opens 12/6/25 11 a.m.)

Kitty and the Beanstalk, February 14 – March 22 (opens 2/15/26 1 p.m.)

Plus

The 2025-26 Concert Reading Series: 

Miss Holmes, October 25, 2025

Miss Holmes Returns, January 25, 2026

Busman’s Honeymoon, March 21, 2026

The 4th Annual BIPOC Playwright Showcase, July 17-19, 2026

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Connie Abels is a proud sponsor of this year’s Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest, August 15–17, 2025. Be sure to stop by Booth #173 (near Morse Market) to say hello, chat about all things real estate, and ask for a special discount postcard to use if you buy or sell with Connie.

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 773.301.6332 |  Mark.Keppy@bairdwarner.com

Summer is in full swing! With low inventory and strong demand, it’s a great time to make your move. Whether you're buying or selling, Mark Keppy and his team offer unmatched neighborhood insight, smart pricing strategies, and a proven track record across Chicago. The Keppy Group connects people to their homes and to their communities. Their entire team shares a common goal: to deliver only excellence and aim to exceed expectations in everything they do.

Active Listing

• 1251 W Gunnison #205 : $575K 2bd/2ba (1 garage space)
• 43173 N. Lake: $300K 3bd/2ba (2.5 car garage)
• 1702 W Summerdale G: $299K 2bd/1ba
• 600 N Dearborn 1006: $320K 1bd/1ba

Coming Soon

• 7603 W Devon Ave
• 3930 N Pinegrove #607

Under Contract

• 1160 S Michigan #4501: $1,299,000 3bd/3.1ba (1 car garage)
• 6723 N Greenview: $899,500 4bd/2.1ba (2 car detached garage)
• 755 W Melrose: $809K 3bd/3ba (1 garage space)
• 846 W Roscoe 3W: $629K 2bd/2ba (1 garage space)
• 3708 N Ashland 3: $599K 2bd/2ba (1 garage space)
• 1140 W Wellington 3: $575K 2bd/2ba (1 garage space)
• 1601 N Paulina 2D: $525K 2bd/2ba (1 garage space)
• 5526 N Newland: $495K 3bd/2ba (2.5 car garage)
• 2710 W 18th: $389,900 7bd/3ba Multi-Unit (2 exterior spaces)
• 1404 W Thorndale #3: 2bd/1ba 
• 5952 N Paulina 2N: $325K 2bd/1ba
• 2960 S. Poplar Ave: $319K 2bd/1ba 
• 574 S Jade Lane: $275K 3bd/2.5ba (2 car garage, 2 exterior)
• 3851 N Kedvale 3E: $195K 1bd/1ba
• 2624 W Catalpa Ave #14: $165K 1bd/1ba

Just Sold

• 938 W Newport: $1,150,000 Multi-Unit 5bd/5ba (3 car garage)
• 1701 W. Chase: $899K 7bd/2.2ba (3 car garage)
• 4734 N Magnolia #2: $671,250 3bd/1ba ( 1 garage space)
• 6360 S Kedvale: $484,950 3bd/2ba
• 1114 W Pratt #3S: $375K 2bd/2ba
• 3644 N Pine Grove 3: $275K 1bd/1ba
• 7350 N Ridge 21B: $217K 2bd/1ba
• 1624 W Farwell 3C: $189,900 2bd/1ba