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Welcome to our new members: Barbara Janusek State Farm Agency INC, DeVry University Advantage Academy, Garnet Studios, Ginger & Lime Print Shop, Hidden Light Tattoo, Ka-Tet Property Management LLC, Mac Dynamite LLC, Paper Bunny Press, Rate: Anna Webdell, Retirement & Legacy Planning HELP LLC, ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons, and Sip Society.

And a thanks to our returning members for their continued support: Bad Luck Club, Carol's Pub, Dovetail Brewery, EHS Business Solutions, Enclosure, Hammy Wammy, Harrington Brown LLC, In Sight Sign Company, Little Fire Ceramics, Mindful Baking, Pilgrim Lutheran School, School of Rock Andersonville, and Thistle & Thorne.

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·Save Your Ash: Donate to Save the Tree Canopy! - Ash trees are a huge part of our neighborhood's beautiful tree canopy. But they're under threat from a deadly pest known as emerald ash borer (EAB). Help Heart of Lincoln Square raise funds for treatments! More Info

·Celebrate Pride in Ravenswood - Pride Month is a time for the LGBTQ+ community and allies to celebrate belonging, togetherness, and free expression. This June, we encourage you to go out and find what makes you joyful with the people who make you proud. Check out our recommendations around the neighborhood. Read More

·Help OPA Win a Grant to Crush Single-Use Plastic! - Jack Johnson’s foundation has offered OPA a matching grant of $2500 to fight single-use plastics. Help OPA raise another $2500 by 6/30 -- any amount helps! Zelle donations can be sent to opa.in.chicago@gmail.com. More Info

·Immediate Openings Available at Sunny Kids Land Early Learning Center - Families can enjoy a safe, nurturing, and play-based learning environment with personalized care, small class sizes, and a curriculum designed to support every child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. Book a Tour

·6/19, Grounded: a Youth Yoga Retreat at Pistachio Yoga - A full-day youth yoga retreat designed to help young people slow down and reconnect.  Participants will build strength, learn how to reduce stress, and leave feeling refreshed. 8am-3pm, 5215 N Damen Ave, $99 More Info

·6/20, Salsa Speed Dating (Ages 30-45) at The Rooted Space - Done with dating apps? Same. This isn’t your typical speed dating night. Learn salsa, rotate partners throughout the evening, and connect in a way that feels natural, playful, and fun. 7:30-9pm, 4432 N Ravenswood Ave, $25 More Info

·6/20, Pride Month Movie Night at Lightwriters Neon - Join Lightwriters for their first movie night! Bring your friends to watch Moonlight (2016) in a cozy, welcoming, unique space. Some snacks will be available to purchase, but feel free to bring your own! 8:30pm, 4222 N Ravenswood Ave, $5 More Info

·6/20, Vintage Flea Market at Mindful Baking - Save the date! Swing by Mindful Baking to peruse amazing vendors, yard sale finds, food and dessert, tarot readings, live music, and more. 12-5pm, 4201 N Ravenswood Ave, FREE More Info

·6/22, Acting For Camera with Chaz Hodges at The Forge - Join Chaz Hodges for her class, Acting For Camera on Monday evenings. This course with Chaz has continuously sold out quickly with rave reviews! 6-9pm, 2424 W Montrose Ave, $250 for 5 classes More Info

·6/25, Summer Wine Social at Common Pantry - Spend a summer evening with wine, light bites, raising your glass with friends, and supporting a local food pantry! The event features wine tastings from local vendors and a raffle fit for any somm. 7-9:30pm, 3908 N Lincoln Ave, $85 or $105 w/ raffle ticket More Info

·6/27, Self Queer: Pride Care Event for Solo Health & Wellness Providers at Thistle & Thorne - Join a conversation on decision fatigue and how stress manifests in the body. Rest on a yoga mat, have tea, or connect with others who get it. Light snacks and beverages will be provided! 3-5pm, 4223 N Lincoln Ave, FREE More Info

·6/28, BartleBirthday Extravaganza -Bartleby’s Homemade Ice Cream is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with live music, t-shirt printing, specials, crafts, contests, and more. Guests can vote for their favorite flavor and help name the ice cream machine! 1-10pm, 1943 W Byron Ave More Info

·6/29, Book Club Night at Time and a half Books - Everyone's favorite film-based book club is back to discuss Daniel Clowes' Ghost World. Join for discussion, insights from local artist Dud Lawson, and screening of Terry Zwigoff's 2001 film adaptation. 7pm, 4839 N Damen Ave, FREE More Info

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6/24, Malt Row on Damen Beer Stroll

Local breweries and distilleries pair with neighborhood businesses to showcase the best of Ravenswood in one summer evening! Taste a fantastic selection of locally crafted beer, spirits and wine as you stroll between local shops and galleries.

Tickets are $32.00 per person (or 4 for $120) and include 13 tasting pours, a Malt Row tasting glass, coozie/lanyard combo, and a gift bag with flyers, goodies, and offers from local businesses.

·Father's Day Special at Bartleby's Homemade Ice Cream - Hey Bartleby's, I'm Dad. Fathers get free scoops all day long on Sunday, June 21! Plus, don't miss the deliciously creative Father's Day Cookie Decorating Workshop on June 20. More Info

·Watch the World Cup at Gio's Bar & Grill - Watch heart pounding World Cup games all week long at Gio's Bar and Grill. You won't want to miss World Cup bingo on Thursday, June 18 for the chance to win a $500 cash prize! More Info

·Make Pride Month Friendship Bracelets at Ridman's Coffee on June 27 - Celebrate Pride Month at Ridman's Coffee! Drop in and make something cute to complete your pride look from 12-3pm while supplies last! More Info

What's Up on Malt Row?

·6/24, Remote Work Morning at Dovetail Brewery - Work from the taproom for a morning! Enjoy small beers from Dovetail and espresso drinks from Sip Society. 10am-2pm, 1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, FREE More Info

·6/25, Bottoms Film Screening at Half Acre - Half Acre is screening queer films all month for Pride! Bring your gal pals out to watch Emma Seligman's instant classic. Swoon. 7-9:30pm, 2050 W Balmoral Ave, FREE More Info

·6/28, Paint Birdhouses at Spiteful Brewing - Paint birdhouses and drink beer to raise funds for Center on Halsted! The birdhouses + paint are free. The birds will have opinions. 12-3pm, 2024 W Balmoral Ave, FREE More Info

·Brighten Up Your Summer at Color Me Mine North Center - This July is packed with exciting events at Color Me Mine! Enjoy all-ages fun and theme nights, including an Ice Cream Social, Princess Party, and Buds & Bongs Night. Plus, enjoy BOGO Studio Fees every Tuesday! More Info

·Exhibition: Beast Feast at Lillstreet Art Center - Anna Wagner's solo show, BEAST FEAST, is a study of the bloody economy of the animal/human world. In Anna's intaglio prints and sculpture, the act of consumption is central. Open June 20 to July 31 in the Annex Gallery! More Info

·Workshop with Joel Hall at Joel Hall Dancers & Center - Joel Hall returns to the studio to lead this 9-week series! Experience, first hand, the rigorous and energetic power of Joel Hall Jazz. This is a 9-week course running from June 20 - August 22. Registrations close June 27! More Info

Creative Calendar

·6/20, Father's Day Cookie Painting Workshop at Bartleby's - Celebrate Father’s Day by decorating cookies honoring all things Dad, then enjoy a scoop of ice cream! Supplies are provided onsite, you provide the love! 1-2:30pm, 1943 W Byron St, $20 More Info

·6/28, Mosaic Collage Workshop at Bon Femmes Studio - Create a mosaic collages by arranging small cut pieces of fabric, textures, and imagery to form one larger, cohesive design. The result is a layered, abstract, and colorful masterpiece. 12-2pm, 4919 N Damen Ave, $30 More Info

·6/28, Snoopy Embroidery at Jenny G's Art Supply - Bring friends to this beginner friendly embroidery workshop! Choose between 2 Snoopy and Woodstock designs. Practice your stitches and learn to make your own embroidery piece! 10am-12pm, 1926 W Montrose Ave, $15 More Info

7/9, Securing What You Built: Employee Ownership Webinar



Are you ready to start planning for the future of the business you built? Join us for a FREE succession planning webinar designed specifically for business owners who want to prepare their companies for the future. This informational session will focus on employee ownership (EO) and the benefits it can bring you and your business.

This event is hosted by Project Equity and the Revolution Institute, in collaboration with the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Northwest Chicago Development Corporation, North Branch Works, and the Peterson Pulaski Business & Industry Council.

1:00 - 2:00pm, Zoom, FREE w/ RSVP More Info

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

·6/24, Steps to Obtain a Business License - Learn the steps involved in obtaining a City of Chicago business license, from registering your business entity to license application, inspection, and approval. 3-4:30pm, Zoom, FREE w/ RSVP More Info

·6/25, Updates to Chicago Labor Protections - Updates to existing Chicago Labor Laws will go into effect on July 1, 2026; the minimum wage will increase for most workers; the compensation metrics of the Fair Workweek Ordinance will increase, and the cure period to commence private cause of action for Paid Leave will sunset. All are encouraged to join for an overview of the updates, including a Q&A session. 10-11:15am, Zoom, FREE w/ RSVP More Info

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·Landscaping & Litter Abatement Services – Special Service Area #31 continues its seasonal beautification efforts with the recent installation of vibrant summer plantings in 28 planters throughout the district. Meanwhile, litter abatement crews remain active five days a week, providing consistent supplemental cleaning services that help keep the neighborhood clean, inviting, and business-friendly. More Info

·Security Camera Rebate Program Update - Congratulations to Quantum LEEP Academy (1447 W Montrose Ave) and SketchPad Chicago (4411 N Ravenswood Ave) for completing installations of new security cameras as part of Special Service Area #31's Security Camera Rebate Program! 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: North Park Elementary School Seeks Part-Time Band Director - NPES is seeking an accomplished school Band Director to lead weekly Beginning Band and Advanced Band meets, prepare performances, design curriculum, and lead community engagement efforts. More Info

·NEW: Thistle & Thorne Seeks Licensed Massage Therapist/Bodyworker - Thistle & Thorne is looking to expand its offerings! The ideal candidate is a professional, responsible expert who is as passionate about patient education as they are the quality of their care. More Info

·Pollo Express Seeks Servers - Pollo Express Ravenswood is hiring for part-time and full-time server roles! Ideal candidates are reliable, friendly, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) are preferred. More Info

·Chicago Magic Lounge Seeks Patron Services Associates (PSAs) - The Chicago Magic Lounge is seeking friendly, professional PSAs to join the team. PSAs play a vital role in creating a guest experience while supporting the unique atmosphere of Chicago's premier live magic spot. More Info

·Northcenter Healthcare Seeks Associate Chiropractor - Northcenter Healthcare is seeking a full-time associate chiropractor to perform consultations and adjustments for patients in need! More Info

·Chicago Magic Lounge Seeks Box Office Attendant - As a Box Office Attendant, you will be the first point of magic for Chicago Magic Lounge guests, guiding them from their initial ticket purchase through to an amazing, memorable experience. More Info

·Tempel Steel Seeks Tool Room Manager - This full-time role manages and oversees all aspects of the day to day tool room operations and activities. This includes the repair, modifications and improvements of existing tooling. More Info

·Color Me Mine Seeks Studio Team Lead - Color Me Mine is looking for a creative, organized, and people-focused Studio Team Leader to lead daily operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience. More Info

·Lena Rose Beauty Seeks Natural Nail Technician - Lena Rose Beauty is Chicago's first non-toxic, holistic beauty spa and shop. This small, close-knit, growing team is seeking full-time technicians at both Chicago and Naperville locations. More Info

·Accurate Products Seeks Quality Control Assistant - Have experience implementing quality systems, inspecting products, and coordinating with suppliers? Accurate Products is seeking detail-oriented candidates excited about collaboration. 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

·Pride Month at Awakenings - Awakenings serves members of the LGBTQIA+ community year-round through inclusive programming, queer-centered workshops and cohorts, accessible studio practices, and a commitment to created spaces grounded in safety, autonomy, and care. More Info

·Kids Summer Sale at Bender Martial Arts & Fitness - Get 10 classes normally $200 for $150! Or unlimited classes normally $165/month $125/month. Offer expires June 30th. More Info

·Limited Offer: 10% Off at Ladies Who Lift - LWL is a strength training studio built to help people feel powerful, capable, and at home in their bodies. Until June 30, use code 10OFF for 10% off 8-pack classes! More Info

·Carol's Pub Pride Month Shirts - Getting your own piece of limited edition Carol's merch is something to be proud of. Snatch up your tie-dye Carol's tee before they're gone! More Info

·Mayfestiversary Raises $66,802 for The Friendship Center - Dovetail Brewery and Begyle Brewing raised tens of thousands of dollars for local food pantry The Friendship Center in just one weekend! Gate donations from Mayfestiversary 2026 will provide 534,418 meals for neighbors in need. More Info

·June KOVAL Comedy Night Supporting WINGS - KOVAL Comedy Nights highlight the best of Chicago comedy and give back to local nonprofits. This month, proceeds go to WINGS, a nonprofit providing a pathway to independence for adults and children escaping from domestic violence and abuse. More Info

·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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