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Welcome to our new members: BienMeSabe Venezuelan Cafe & Restaurant, Charlie Young Photography, Coffey Bros. Moving, detaiLAB, Forge Film Acting, Jasmin Reese Interiors, LC Phở Restaurant, Loud Pizza Records, New York Life, Northside Barbershop, Montrose Cleaners, and Sangha Community Acupuncture.

And a thanks to our returning members for their continued support: Alera Group, Bolt Fitness, Celtica Gifts, Club Pilates Ravenswood, CoCo Vietnamese Sandwiches & Pho, Concordia Day, DEFY Bags, Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling, The Attractivators, The Wolcott Tap, and Wonder Woods Chicago.

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·Share Your Thoughts on Delivery Robots in Ravenswood - The GRCC is seeking feedback from local business owners and residents regarding the possibility of delivery robots operating in Ravenswood! Complete our survey to share your input. More Info

·Creative Summer Camps for Kids in Ravenswood - Step into a world of imagination and exploration with camps that are designed to inspire young minds and foster their passion for creativity! We’ve collected exciting programs where lasting summer memories await. Read More

·Block Club: Chicago’s Filipino Chefs Are Back For Chi-ibigan Food Fest: ‘For Us, It’s Brotherhood’ - The 2nd installment of the event showcasing Filipino food and culture has grown to 16 eateries, including Ravenswood's Bayan Ko, Del Sur Bakery, and Kanin. Read More

·WGN Spotlight: Gnome Brew, Brewing Beer In One Hour - "Become an at-home brew master in just one hour. Gnome Brew is now offering an interactive lesson covering the steps and basic ingredients that go into the beers you love." 🎥 Watch Here

·4/4, Community Meditation at Shared Roots Collective - Join Healing Roots for a spring community meditation event to release emotional weight and connect with others on a path towards healing and wholeness. 10am, 4507 N Ravenswood Ave, $30 More Info

·4/4, Maintenance Workshop at Mechanista - Roll up your sleeves for this auto maintenance workshop! All are welcome to bring their own cars to work on. Wear closed-toe shoes and be prepared to bend and lift items, use tools, and get dirty. 12-4pm, 4526 N Ravenswood Ave, $70 More Info

·4/4, Family Day & Open House at Bender Martial Arts & Fitness - Come see what BMAF is all about! Meet instructors, tour the gym, and discover how to build confidence and fitness for kids and adults of all skill levels! 9am-12pm, 5547 N Ravenswood Ave B2, FREE More Info

·4/4, Interactive Workshop: Menopause in the City - An intimate, impactful workshop designed to support, educate, and empower women navigating menopause in a modern world. 3-5:30pm, 3759 N Ravenswood Ave, $40 More Info

·4/5, Easter No Tap Tournament at Timber Lanes - Grab your bunny ears, your friends, and your bowling balls.

This is a handicap tournament open to all bowlers. 12pm, 1851 W Irving Park Rd, $30 More Info

·4/7, EAT Series: Explore, Act, and Taste at Endeavor Health - This class focuses on the basics of nutrition. Learn about food groups, meal planning tips, reading food labels and much more! Attendees will go home with meal planning and prep supplies. 1-2:30pm, 5157 N Francisco Ave, FREE More Info

·4/8, ACM's Sound of Silent Film Festival at Music Box Theater - This festival, now in its 21st year, features 10 new short silent films screened with newly-composed musical scores performed live. 7:30pm, 3733 N Southport Ave, $25 More Info

·4/9-4/12, The Other Art Fair at Artifact Events - Think unforgettable experiences, think game-changing artists, think art re-framed. Over a hundred independent artists, thousands of artworks, eclectic and interactive experiences! 12pm, 4325 N Ravenswood Ave, 20+ More Info

·4/12, Anniversary Open House at BRB Aesthetics Central - Enjoy exclusive promotions, raffles, live demos & giveaways, and the opportunity to explore signature treatments and services! 1-6pm, 1827 W Montrose Ave, FREE w/ RSVP More Info

·4/18, RNA Clean Up Day - Join the Ravenswood Neighbors Association to connect with neighbors, enjoy the outdoors, and make an impact in the community. 9am-12pm, Ravenswood & Sunnyside (west side of Metra Tracks) More Info

·4/18-4/19, Chicago Artisan Market at Artifact Events - The spring market is here! Shop wares from 100+ vendors and enjoy delicious bites and sips. Children are free, well-behaved dogs welcome! 11am-5pm both days, 4325 N Ravenswood Ave, $8 More Info

·4/20, Community Social and Volunteer Night at The Eco Flamingo - Hosted by Chicago Grows Food, attendees will gather for a volunteer evening for the community to reduce waste, fight food insecurity, and build resilience! 7-9pm, 4754 N Rockwell St, FREE More Info

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4/22, Munch March Dessert & Appetizer Crawl

Bring your appetite, your friends, and your excellent vibes: it’s time for the fifth annual Munch March! Stroll down Montrose Ave, enjoy samples from local eateries, and explore small businesses with friends and neighbors. Plus, enjoy live music by Full Spectrum Bluegrass and live portraits by local favorite Terrible Portraits!

Last year’s event sold out quick—claim your spot early! Tickets include tasting-sized portions of food and drink samples, plus a special tote loaded with goodies from our friends. 21+, 5:30-8:30pm, 1635 W Montrose Ave More Info

·4/5, Easter Brunch at Fireside Restaurant and Lounge - This Sunday, enjoy an unlimited Easter brunch buffet with optional bottomless mimosas from 10am-4pm at Fireside. Reserve your spot today! More Info

·April Flavors at Bartleby's Homemade Ice Cream - April come she will! Starting April 1, stop into Bartleby's and say hello to three new flavors: Pineapple Blondie, Raspberry Chocolate Chip Sorbet, Vegan Passionfruit Marshmallow! More Info

·New Brunch Specials at Gio's Bar and Grill - Brunch your way into patio season with $20 bottomless mimosas, $8 Bloody Marys, delicious eggs benedict, English muffins, and more. More Info

·Bad Johnny's returns to Mayfestiversary - Bad Johnny's will be back to slinging wood-fired pizza at Mayfestiversary on May 23-24 with their good friends and hosts, Begyle Brewing and Dovetail Brewery. Want a piece of that? We do. More Info

What's Up on Malt Row?

·4/3, Sip, Swirl, and Salsa at VIN312 Winery - Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Salsa dancing and great music with a live band and wine tastings featuring a selection of exquisite wines. Featuring a live performance by René Ávila’s’ Afro Cuban Band! 8pm-12am, 4710 N Ravenswood Ave, $20-$35 More Info

·4/7, Magic by Brielle at Dovetail Brewery - MAGIC BY BRIELLE brings table-side illusions straight to your bar seat. A Chicago-based magician, Brielle is helping revive tavern magic, a style born right here in Chicago. 5:30-7:30pm, 1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, FREE More Info



·4/14, Community Book Swap at KOVAL - Bring a book, write a short rec, meet new people, and discover new books. Bring a book you can recommend and drop into the Tasting Room for a social evening of books, conversation and of course, fantastic KOVAL drinks! 7pm, 4241 N Ravenswood Ave, FREE More Info

·4/17-5/8, Adult Absolute Beginner Ballet at THE HIVE - The perfect class for anyone who has ever been interested in experiencing ballet! This class will cover fundamental positions, movements, and terminology to make sure that the class is fun and educational. Weekly on Fridays! More Info

·Common Ground at The Rooted Space - Common Ground is an in-studio performance celebrating the artists who shape our space. Featuring the teachers and dancers who rehearse, create, and grow here, this marks The Rooted Space's first showcase in their new home. Happening April 24-25! More Info

·4/19, Rendezvous Arts at Artifact Events - Enjoy a live performance by the Christian Dillingham Jazz Quartet! Christian returns to close RA's sixth season with music from his acclaimed record Cascades alongside brand-new compositions currently in the works. The featured artist is photographer Jason Patrick Miller! More Info

Creative Calendar

·4/5, Easter Parent & Child Handbuilding at The Pottery Loop - Buy a child's spot, get an adult spot free! You'll shape clay with your hands to create a mug, bowl, or other piece to bring back and glaze. 11am-4pm, 1770 W Berteau Ave, $60 per ticket More Info

·4/10, Vegan/GF Cake Decorating Class at Mindful Baking - Learn how to build and decorate your own vegan, gluten-free cake from start to finish! Enjoy a BYOB night out where you get to learn a new skill, and take home the cake you make to show off! 5:30-7:30pm, 4201 N Ravenswood Ave 103A, $50 More Info

·4/17, Scrap & Yap at Bon Femmes Studio - Calling all scrapbookers, junk journalers, collagers, and craft enthusiasts, this one’s for you! Join bon femmes studio next month for a chill evening of creativity, community, and yapping. 6-8pm, 4919 N Damen Ave, $5 More Info

4/2, GRCC Open House

Join us for an Open House at the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce office! This is a great opportunity to connect directly with GRCC Staff and our PR Team, explore what we have to offer, and discover how we support businesses in the Ravenswood community.

Light refreshments will be provided, so please RSVP using the button above! 11am-1pm, 1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 101, FREE More Info

5/1, Therapist's Row: Networking for Mental Health Professionals

Calling all local therapists and mental health professionals! Join us at Begyle Brewing for “Therapist’s Row”- a networking happy hour just for therapists and mental health professionals. All donations will go to the Emotional Relief Fund. This year, Mind Chicago will match all donations—so every dollar you give makes twice the impact.

Tickets include admission, your first beer, and snacks from a local restaurant. 4pm-6pm, 1800 W Cuyler Ave, $5 Donation More Info

Each month, Chicago's Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection hosts a variety of free business resource webinars!

·4/16, Empower Hour: Teamwork Englewood - Teamwork Englewood’s goal is to unite the many organizations serving Englewood residents and work toward the common goal of building a stronger community. The organization is a capacity builder and a catalyst for positive community change, focused on services to special needs populations and the promotion of healthy lifestyles for all residents. 2-3pm, Zoom, FREE w/ RSVP Register Here

·4/22, The Blueprint for a Winning Pitch - Get a "masterclass" from SCORE Chicago mentor and subject matter expert Jim Jaffe on how to structure a 12-slide pitch that gets funded. This time-tested framework organizes your vision into a powerful, coherent narrative. Then, hear from a panel of past pitch competition winners and current business owners on how they put together their pitches, won cash prizes, and moved their businesses forward. They represent the innovation and diversity of Chicago entrepreneurs and small business owners. 3-4:30pm, Zoom, FREE w/ RSVP Register Here

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·Neighborhood Banner Program Applications Now Open - The Greater 

Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce’s Neighborhood Banner Program offers businesses prime 24 hours a day, 7 days a week visibility as well as the opportunity to connect your organizations to the fast-growing parts of our community! Learn More

·Façade Rebate Program Update - Congratulations to Teddy's Ice Cream (2000 W Montrose Ave) for completing storefront improvements as part of Special Service Area #31's Façade Rebate Program! Learn More

·NEW: Falcon's Handcrafted Sandwiches Seeks Cook - Do you love the art of cooking and take pride in crafting high quality meals? Falcon's is a family-owned business seeking a talented cook to join the team. Inquire onsite or by email! More Info

·NEW: Common Pantry Seeks Contracted Communications Consultant - This is a contracted position supporting Common Pantry’s comms and marketing efforts. This role will aid in the written copy of the monthly newsletter and in content creation for social media. More Info

·NEW: Common Pantry Seeks Full-Time Development Associate - This role supports Common Pantry’s fundraising strategy through accurate record keeping, reporting, and stewardship. The Development Associate will maintain Common Pantry’s fundraising objectives, laying the foundation for continued growth. More Info

·NEW: Common Pantry Seeks Bilingual Social Services Coordinator - The Coordinator will work with the Social Services Program Manager to provide direct supportive services and targeted referrals to clients of Common Pantry. They will also assist with home delivery program operations. More Info

·Color Me Mine North Center Seeks Team Members (FT & PT) - Are you passionate about creativity and customer service? Color Me Mine is seeking vibrant individuals with prior customer service experience and excellent communication skills to join the team! More Info

·DANK Haus Seeks Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher - The DANK Haus Kinderschule is looking for a dedicated Kindergarten Teacher (30 hrs/week). Seeking an experienced native German speaker passionate about early childhood education and language immersion! More Info

·Accurate Products Seeks Finance Specialist - Accurate Products is hiring for open roles in the finance department! Ideal candidates are detail oriented, highly organized, and capable of multi-tasking and independent work More Info

·Rooted Connections Counseling Seeks Practice Operations Manager - This role serves key operational functions through supporting systems development, workflow efficiencies, and strategic initiatives, and improving the client and employee experience. More Info

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·Careers in Manufacturing at JARC - Jane Addams Resource Corporation's free job training courses can help you gain employment in the manufacturing sector. You'll learn valuable skills, including CNC, welding, and mechanical assembly. More Info

·Northside Barbershop Spring Offer: Mention the GRCC newsletter for $5 off any service at Northside Barbershop — your neighborhood's go-to spot in Ravenswood! Stop in and let their skilled barbers take care of you, because great style shouldn't cost a fortune. More Info

·Sail Her Dreams Spring Deal - To celebrate the Cubs' season opening weekend, Sail Her Dreams has a promo code for 20% off sailing lessons! Use code "North_Side_Luv" to redeem offer. More Info

·Spring Intro Strength at EmpowerFit Chicago - EmpowerFit's limited-time Spring Starter package gives new clients 8 personal training sessions, 1 FREE session, and a complimentary 60-minute consultation! Spots are limited, book soon before the offer ends. More Info

·Online Booking & Referral Rewards at The Attractivators - Online booking is now available! Plus, take advantage of their all-new referral rewards program to get a complimentary full-size shampoo AND conditioner from either the Davines Essentials line or Evo. More Info

·Expanded Services at Thistle & Thorne - Thistle & Thorne has a brand new location at 4223 N Lincoln Ave! They're now offering expanded hours and services! Save the date for their Open House on 4/19/26. More Info

·New Trainer Deal at Ladies Who Lift Studios - Ladies Who Lift Studios is celebrating the addition of their newest trainer, Rhiannon! Get 30% off your first personal training package when you book with Rhiannon using the code RHI30. More Info

·Memberships Now Available at The Rooted Space - TRS is excited to launch their new membership program! More ways to save, more reasons to move. Find your favorites or try something new every day. The more you come, the more you save! More Info

·Sock Drive at The Eco Flamingo Through End of April - Sock drive with the Wool Gathering Project, collecting new and gently used socks through the end of April to be distributed to the Friendship Center. 10% of sales on 4/20 will be donated to Chicago Grows Food, helping feed families for life. 10% of sales on 5/14 will be donated to Global Garden, a Refugee Training Farm. More Info

·47th Ward Office Hosting Children's Books Drive - Give the gift of imagination! This month, drop off new and gently used children's books (ages 0-8) to the 47th Ward Office (4243 N Lincoln Ave) during regular office hours. More Info

·Centered Therapy Chicago Raises Funds for Sarah's Circle - "CTC participated in the Sarah's Circle Winter Walk on March 8th to raise funds to support women experiencing homelessness in Chicago...Hearing firsthand stories from Sarah’s Circle clients was so moving and really highlighted how vital the organization is in helping women regain stability and secure safe housing." More Info

·Pilgrim Lutheran Parish Fundraiser for Refugee Families - The students, parents, and congregation of Pilgrim Lutheran Parish recently raised money and collected essential household items for refugee families being supported by Exodus World Service! Learn More

·Volunteer at The Friendship Center - The Friendship Center operates a food pantry, serves weekly hot meals, delivers groceries to seniors and other individuals who are homebound and cannot visit the pantry, and provides pet food for those in need. Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles, including in the pantry, in the kitchen, and helping with weekend deliveries. . More Info

·Support the Ravenswood Community Services Food Pantry & Community Kitchen - Every Tuesday, RCS distributes groceries and hot meals to neighbors. Volunteers are welcome and asked to sign up in advance. Other ways to help include donations of pasta and rice, financial support for the food pantry and community kitchen, and words of encouragement posted to RCS's Facebook page. More Info

·Call for Volunteers and Donations to Common Pantry - Chicago's longest operating food pantry is looking for new volunteers! If you can't volunteer, consider making a monetary donation. Direct monetary donations are the best way to support the pantry, as it allows them to purchase high priority supplies for their clients. More Info

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