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Dear Friend of Andersonville,
Last weekend was wonderful! Thank you so much to everyone who came out and spent time with us. We hope you had an amazing time supporting so many incredible artists and small businesses.
After two years at 5238 N Clark, Green Goose Shop will be closing its physical storefront at the end of May. While the storefront is closing, Green Goose is not disappearing. You can find them vending at markets across Chicago under the Green Goose name and sharing artwork and goose content online. The shop’s final day at will be May 29. Stop by to say hello before they pack up their nest.
Don't forget to get your tickets for Minyoli’s Drag Date Night: Lost in TranSLAYsian on May 26. Hosted by Holly Berry Blossom and Ryne Stone, the evening will feature performances by Stariana, Sleepie, and Philippe Mignon alongside a buffet of Minyoli favorites. Tickets are $40 in advance through May 25!
-The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce
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Midsommarfest: The OG of street festivals, est. 1965
Each June, invites the community to gather along Clark Street as the neighborhood comes alive in celebration. Rooted in the Swedish tradition of welcoming the longest day of the year, Midsommarfest honors the makers of music, the makers of craft, and the makers of community.
This year, Midsommarfest celebrates 60 years of bringing people together in Andersonville. For six decades, the festival has reflected the neighborhood’s welcoming spirit and longstanding commitment to inclusivity, creativity, and connection. It is a place where the LGBTQIA2S+ community is celebrated, where everyone is invited to show up as they are, and where joy is shared together.
Beyond being a beloved summer tradition, Midsommarfest also serves as an important fundraising event. Revenue generated supports the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce’s year-round programming and provides financial support to more than a dozen local nonprofits annually.
Come wander, listen, eat, dance, and stay awhile. Find fun in the freedom of being yourself.Why raise the roof when you can raise the maypole? |
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2ND ANNUAL STONE SALE Garnet Studios located 5547 N Ravenswood, #108 is hosting its 2nd annual Stone Sale with Joe Jelks of Horizon Minerals on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 from 11AM-5PM. Browse a wide variety of cabochon and faceted stones, chat with Joe about his stone-cutting process, and choose a favorite to turn into something beautiful. Guests can sign up for a class to learn how to set their new stone or work with one of Garnet Studios’ metalsmiths to create a custom piece.
OPEN HOUSE AND NETWORKING EVENT AT BEST THERAPIES Join Best Therapies for an Open House and Networking Happy Hour on Friday, June 5 from 4-6PM at 1511 W Berwyn. Connect with fellow professionals, tour the space, and learn more about the services and community-centered work happening at Best Therapies. The event is free to attend and a great opportunity to build connections in the neighborhood.
FIYA IS HIRING FIYA is hiring for both front and back of house positions, including dishwashers, line cooks, expos, bartenders, servers, and bar backs. Competitive hourly pay and a full-house tip share are offered, along with health insurance after a 30-day waiting period. Experience is preferred, but FIYA is willing to train the right candidates. Email mich.fiya@gmail.com or stop by the restaurant to fill out an application.
DRAPERY & UPHOLSTERY WORKROOM ASSISTANT POSITION Bloom & Co is seeking a part-time Drapery & Upholstery Workroom Assistant to join its Andersonville team. Working alongside the Workroom Lead, this hands-on role will support a variety of custom soft goods projects including drapery, pillows, cushions, upholstery support, pattern work, fabric preparation, and other workroom tasks. The ideal candidate has sewing experience, strong attention to detail, and an interest in interiors and textiles. Experience with upholstery, drapery construction, pattern matching, or industrial sewing machines is a plus, but not required. To apply, please send a short introduction, relevant experience, and any photos or examples of past sewing, upholstery, or textile work to rebekah@bloomand.co. |
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Our mailing address is: 1554 W Hollywood Ave Chicago, IL 60660 |
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