The Best of Rogers Park Awards Celebration is just a few days away, and we have exciting news: we've moved the party to PALMHOUSE!

Join us on Thursday, June 25 for an evening of community, connection and celebration in Palmhouse's vibrant venue setting. It's the perfect place to gather with local business owners, community leaders, neighbors and friends as we recognize this year's outstanding award recipients.


Whether you're coming to celebrate a colleague, support a favorite business, make new connections or simply enjoy a fun evening out, we'd love to see you there.


We'll have cocktails, delicious hors d'oeuvres from Ezankaya and plenty of opportunities to mingle with the people helping

Rogers Park thrive.

Thursday, June 25, 2026

5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Palmhouse

619 Howard St. Evanston

(west of Clark St. on the north side of the street)

Admission:

• 2 complimentary tickets for paid RPBA members (RSVP required)

• $30 general admission in advance

• $50 at the door


Time is running out to reserve your spot. RSVP today and join us for an evening of celebration, connection and community.

Not a member yet?

Join today and get 2 complimentary tickets!

Membership information HERE.

Meet This Year's Honorees:


• Business Leadership - Colectivo Clark

Building community through collaboration, cultural programming and business support.

• Capital Improvement - Seven Star Venue

Building community through collaboration, cultural programming and business support.

• Community Partner - Protect RP

Organizing, educating and supporting neighbors during challenging times.

• Entrepreneur of the Year - AKAY Tacos

Growing a successful business while uplifting fellow entrepreneurs.

• Friend of Rogers Park - State Representative Kelly Cassidy

Supporting local businesses through critical safety and security initiatives.

• President's Award - ChiTown Magpie

Making a significant contribution to Rogers Park Business Alliance.

• Volunteer of the Year - Nancye Rivera

Empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship, education and financial guidance.

Don't miss this inspiring evening as we celebrate the individuals and organizations making a lasting impact in Rogers Park.

Thank you to our sponsors for their support!

Platinum

Bronze

Alden Village North Health Care

Alpha Adjusting

Devon Bank

Laszlo Simovic Architects, LLC

Loyola University Chicago

Piersa Snowplowing Services

Wintrust Loyola

Copper

El Pulpo Loco

PureBrite Janitorial

S. Wolf & Associates

State Farm Insurance - Dave Frederickson

State Farm Insurance - Nick Kosiek

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