Medical Cannabis Dispensary Community Meeting: Tuesday, November 17
Via Ald. Tom Tunney Community Meeting Notice Please join us for a community meeting to discuss a proposed special use to establish a medical cannabis dispensary at 3812 N. Clark Street. The team from MedMar Inc. will present their plans for the dispensary and answer questions from neighbors. WHEN:...
CAPS Meeting Reminder
“Lakeview Crime Shows Little Signs of Slowing Despite Summer’s End” “Robbers Steal Cellphones, Wallets Near Wrigley Field: Police” Our community is experiencing an increasing “Crime on the Streets” problem as evidenced by the news captions that now routinely appear in our Lake View Community newsletters. You have an opportunity...
Next ELVN Board Meeting: November 3, 2015
The next ELVN meeting will be held Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the 19th District Police Station at 850 W. Addison. Agenda Call to Order 46th Ward Update 44th Ward Update Developer Presentation – Panoptic Group proposal to upzone 1023 W. Irving Park Rd. Cubs...
Next ELVN Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 6
The next ELVN meeting will be held Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the 19th District Police Station at 850 W. Addison. Agenda Call to Order Approval of September, 2015 meeting minutes Ward updates Committee updates Cubs Update New Business/Old Business Introduction of draft of new...
Get your Oktoberfest Tickets Now!
17th Annual East Lake View Neighbors Oktoberfest Get your tickets now! $25.00 advance or $30.00 at the door Ticket includes all food and beverages: Oktoberfest Beer, Wine, and Sodas Pig Roast, Grilled Chicken, Grilled Vegetables & Brats, German Potato Salad & Dessert $500 Grand Prize Drawing ticket PREMIERE SILENT...
Next ELVN Meeting Tuesday, September 1
The next ELVN meeting will be held Tuesday, September 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the 19th District Police Station at 850 W. Addison. Agenda Call to Order Board member Introduction Officer’s report 44th and 46th Ward Updates Cubs Update New Business/Old Business, Open Forum Oktoberfest 2015...
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts – September 12 & 13
The 11th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts will take place along Broadway, from Belmont to Hawthorne. Art, Music, Food & Family Activities – Celebrating 11 Years in Lakeview! Friday, Sept. 11 Kick off Concert and Preview of the Festival: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12...
Upcoming Wrigley Field Concerts
Via Ald. Tom Tunney Wrigley Field is hosting two concerts at the ballpark this week. Billy Joel returns to Wrigley Thursday, August 27! The show begins at 8:00 pm. Foo Fighters will make their first appearance at the ballpark on Saturday, August 29 at 5:30 pm. Gates open two...
Minutes – August 4, 2015
Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm...
Next ELVN Meeting Tomorrow, August 4
The next ELVN meeting will be held tomorrow evening Tuesday, August 4, in the Community Room at 7:00 p.m. at the 19th District police station at 850 W. Addison. Agenda Call to order Officers report Committee reports Wrigley Renovation Committee Traffic Report CAPS CDDC Oktoberfest New Business/Old Business Adjournment...
Horses of Honor | Chicago Police Memorial Foundation
Since 1853, over 500 Chicago Police officers have sacrificed their lives to protect our city. In honor of those who we have lost, Wintrust has partnered with the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation for a public art installation to benefit our fallen heroes. Designed to resemble Chicago’s Mounted Patrol Unit...
Northalsted Market Days
Saturday August 8 & Sunday August 9 $10 Suggested Donation | 11AM – 10PM The 34th Annual Northalsted Market Days® is coming to you live! A crowd from across the country will come together to celebrate the largest two-day street festival in the Midwest, right here on...
Wrigleyville Summerfest
August 8 – 9, 2015 Sat 12 -10pm, Sun 11am-9pm Wrigleyville SummerFest is the only guaranteed win you’ll find in Wrigleyville all summer. So forget about the Cubs for second, and instead jump off the el at the Addison stop to enjoy live music, the best food vendors Chicago...
Next ELVN meeting
There will be no meeting in July 2015. The next ELVN meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 4, in the Community Room at 7:00 p.m. at the 19th District police station at 850 W. Addison. 2015 Meeting Schedule *** No meeting in July, 2015*** Tuesday, August 4, 2015...
Pride Parade Feedback
The ELVN board would like to hear from Lakeview residents regarding your experience with this year’s Pride parade. Please let us know how the parade affected you or impacted your property, both during the running of the parade and afterwards. We also hope you will share your opinion regarding...
Coalition to Stop Belmont Flyover
Statement from the Coalition: Don’t Let the CTA Destroy Central Lakeview with an Unneeded $320 Million+ “Signature Project” Flyover The CTA plans to build a “bypass” flyover track for the northbound Brown Line train to end the delay caused when Red or Purple Line trains wait for the Brown Line...
14th Annual Chicago Sculpture Exhibit Kick-Off Event
When: Friday, June 26th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm Where: 1544 N. Sedgwick (Sedgwick & North Avenue) Details of the event: Meet this years Artists & Sponsors and Partake in Food, Drinks and Fun! RSVP/Info: 312-772-2872 There are nearly 30 new pieces installed throughout the city, including Greektown for the first time. The kick-off...
2015 Low-Line Market at Southport
Thursday Evenings at the auxiliary exit of the Southport Brown Line CTA Station June 4 – Sept. 3: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sept. 10 – Oct. 8: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Now in its third year of operation, the Low-Line Market is a conveniently located prepared food...
2015 Art Institute Tour
Name: Art Tour Date: June 25, 2015 Time: 3:00 – 5:30pm presocial; 5:30pm bus leaves for Art Institute Event Description: Countryside Bank welcomes you to the 2015 Art Institute Tour. Please join us for a pre-social at 3pm for some drinks and small appetizers located at 3323 N Clark....
Minutes – June 2, 2015
Meeting called to order at 7:01 pm...
3817-45 N Broadway zoning change approved
The development at 3817-45 N. Broadway has been granted approval for a zoning change. Developer Dave Gassman can now proceed to build a mixed-use development that will include 93 residential units and retail space. More information regarding the development can be found at DNAinfo....
Welcome to new 19th District Police Commander Robert Cesario
The 19th Chicago Police District has a new commander, Robert Cesario. There will be an open house at the 19th District, 850 W. Addison, on Thursday May 28, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. to welcome Commander Robert Cesario. The public is invited to come and meet Commander Cesario....
News from Lakeview Pantry: New Address and Hunger Walk
Lakeview Pantry will be moving to 3945 N. Sheridan Rd, the two-story building in which The Houndry was located, across from the red line Sheridan stop. Construction starts in September 2015, and the Pantry will move in March 2016. Also, the 2015 Hunger Walk takes place on June 20....
ELVN General/Community Meeting – Tuesday, June 2 @ 7pm
The next ELVN General/Community Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the 19th District Police Station, 850 W. Addison St. Please join us to find out what is currently happening in East Lakeview, and bring any concerns you would...
Minutes – May 5, 2015
Meeting called to order at 7:03 pm...
Wrigley Neighborhood Issues Update
Hello Wrigley Neighbors: We wanted to make you aware of the outcome of a meeting that was held on March 27th by the local community organizations, the 19th district police, OEMC, Aldermen Tunney’s and Capplemen’s representatives and the Chicago Cubs regarding neighborhood protection, pedestrian and vehicular traffic flow and...
ELVN General/Community Meeting and Board Seat Election, Monday, March 23rd
ELVN General/Community Meeting & Board Member Election Monday, March 23, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Community Room, 19th District Police Station, 850 W. Addison St. AGENDA Call to Order Board Member Introductions Introduction of Candidates for Open Board Seats Voting Begins for Eight (8) Board Seats Chamber of Commerce Reports...
Annual Wrigley Field Community Meeting
The Annual Wrigley Field Community Meeting Thursday, March 5, 2015 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Location: 19th Police District Community Room, 850 W. Addison The Wrigley Field Advisory Meeting is an opportunity for neighbors to hear reviews and reports of the past season from the Cubs and City departments such...
ELVN General/Community Meeting & Elections Postponed to Monday, March 23
East Lake View Neighbors General Meeting and Board seat elections will not be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. The ELVN General/Community Meeting and elections will be held on Monday, March 23, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the Town Hall police station at 850 W....
Meet the Candidates for ELVN Board – Tuesday, March 3
ELVN Board Election will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 3, 2015, in the Community Room at the Chicago Police Station, 850 W Addison Street. Meet the candidates: Beth Murphy (incumbent, board member) Beth has lived, worked, and owned property in East Lake View for over 30 years...
Join East Lake View Neighbors (ELVN)/Time to Renew Your Membership
(If you intend to vote in our March 3rd ELVN Board election, your dues must be paid by Friday, February 27, 2015). East Lake View Neighbors (ELVN) is one of the twelve neighborhood organizations affiliated with the Lake View Citizens Council. We are a non-profit organization serving the residents,...
ELVN Board Meeting, February 3, 2015
East Lake View Neighbors will be holding a board meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at 7 p.m. in the 19th District Police Station’s Community Room, 850 W. Addison St. Agenda Chamber Reports 44th Ward Update 46th Ward Update Presentation of proposed redevelopment of 3817-3845 N. Broadway New Business...
ELVN Board Member Nominations
East Lake View Neighbors will be accepting nominations for Board Members of ELVN at our next meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the Police Station located at 850 West Addison Street. We invite all eligible people to consider serving on our...
ELVN Holiday Party – Tuesday, December 2 – RSVP Now!
RSVP by Friday, November 28, 2014, to friends@eastlakeview.org....
ELVN Board Meeting – Tuesday, November 11
East Lake View Neighbors will be holding a board meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at 7 PMin the 19th District Police Station, 850 W Addison St. Agenda Introductions/Chamber Reports 46th Ward Updates Rolando Acosta – Proposed development of 932-940 W Dakin 44th Ward Updates Wrigley Field construction updates TBOX presentation...
Meeting regarding 3901 N. Broadway development on Monday, September 29
The 46th Ward Zoning and Development Committee will be meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, September 29th at the Gill Park Field House, 825 W Sheridan Rd. The Committee will be reviewing an updated version of the proposed development of 3901 N Broadway by Sedgwick Properties Development Corporation. Sedgwick will...
Support ELVN at Oktoberfest – Sunday, October 5
Our 16th Annual Neighborhood Fundraiser and Celebration is Sunday, October 5! Please join us and show your support for our community. WHEN: Sunday, October 5, 2014, 3:30 to 7:30 pm WHERE: Murphy’s Bleachers, 3655 N Sheffield Over the past 15 years, we’ve raised more than $200,000 to directly support...
Lake View East Festival of the Arts 2014
Art, Music, Food & Family Activities – Celebrating 10 Years in Lakeview! For 10 years, the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has presented one of the most unique and popular art festivals in Chicagoland. Every aspect, from artists to musicians to vendors and everything in between, is specifically selected...
Zac Brown Band Concert Traffic and Parking
Via Alderman Tom Tunney Zac Brown Band Concert: Saturday, September 13th at Wrigley Field at 7:00 pm Parking Restriction Clark -Newport to Addison (both sides of the street) 9/13 from 2:00pm-Midnight Clark -Waveland to Irving Park (east side only) 9/13 from 2:00pm-Midnight Clark- Patterson to Addison...
ELVN Community/General Meeting – September 2 @ 7pm
East Lake View Neighbors will be holding a community/general meeting on Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at 7 PM in the 19th District Police Station, 850 W Addison St. Agenda Introductions Chambers of Commerce reports 44th Ward Updates –Gay Pride Parade Survey discussion 46th Ward Updates –Sedgwick Development presentation of...
School Supply Drives
Both Alderman Tom Tunney, 44th Ward, and Alderman James Cappleman, 46th Ward are sponsoring Fall School Supply Drives. ELVN members are encouraged to donate school supplies for the 2014-2015 school year. 44th Ward School Supply Drive: Drop off any items below for grades K-8 at 3223 N Sheffield by Friday,...
Take the Pride Parade Survey
From Alderman Tom Tunney, 44th Ward: "Each year, City departments meet to recap what went well and what can be improved upon after each Pride Parade. I have created a Pride Parade survey to hear from you as we continue to examine the pride parade route and evaluate all...
ELVN Board Meeting reminder, Filming Notice, CAPS Cancellation, & National Night Out
REMINDER: ELVN Board Meeting Tonight, August 5 Tonight's meeting of the ELVN Board will be held in the 19th District Police Station Community Room, 850 W Addison. See the agenda below. Agenda Introductions/Chamber Reports Congressman Mike Quigley 46th Ward Updates Rolando Acosta – Proposed development of 3901 N Broadway...
Community Meeting re: More Wrigley Changes
ELVN would like to strongly encourage you to attend the community meeting Monday, July 7th at 6:30 pm at the 19th District Police Station on Addison. This is your last chance to voice your concerns about the renovations to take place at Wrigley Field. How will your quality of...
ELVN Pride Fest Advisory
East Lake View Community Traffic Alert The 12th Annual Chicago Pride Fest is scheduled for this weekend, Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd, 2014. (The Gay Pride Parade is scheduled for Sunday, June 29th.) Full event details for Pride Fest can be found on the Northalsted Business Alliance...
Bike Lake View – June 8 Neighborhood Ride
Join the Lake View Citizens Council (LVCC) for a leisurely Sunday morning bikeride around Lake View. Get to know your neighbors while exploring our bicycle-friendly neighborhood and socializing over coffee afterwards. Bike Lake View is a free hour-long neighborhood social ride geared toward all of our neighbors — bring your kids and your grandparents! Our neighborhood police will be...
Ald. Tom Tunney’s Annual Recycling Day – June 7
WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM WHERE: 330 W. Diversey Parkway Alderman Tunney will be hosting his annual recycling day on Saturday, June 7 from 9:00am-Noon at 330 W. Diversey. COM-2 Recycling Solutions will be collecting electronics. Here's a list of what they will take: Computers & Peripherals,...
Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival – June 7 & 8
WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, June 7-8, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM WHERE: N. Sheffield from Belmont to School Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2014, Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest will kick off Chicago's outdoor street fest season when it again welcomes the start of summer and warm weather. Located just steps from...
Rep. Feigenholtz Summer Events – Women’s Health and Resource Fair, Senior Fair
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ELVN Community Meeting – Tuesday, June 3
East Lake View Neighbors will be holding a Community Meeting. Please join us. WHEN: Tuesday, June 3rd @ 7:00 PM WHERE: 19th District Police Station Community Room, 850 W. Addison **Limited Parking available in the garage. Preliminary Agenda Introductions/Chamber Reports East Lake View Criminal Activity Update – 19th Police...
Give your input tomorrow on proposed CTA Red-Purple Bypass
The CTA is seeking community input on the location, design, and social, economic, and environmental effects of the proposed improvements at a Red-Purple Bypass Open House to be held from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM on Thursday, May 22, at the 19th District Police Station, 850 W. Addison St....
First Time Homebuyer Seminar
ELVN board member Susan Hagan is offering a seminar for first time homebuyers on April 23. RSVP to Susan at 773.203.8815....
Plans for Wrigley Field’s Green Lot
Take a look at the Cubs' plans for the renovation of the Green Lot (.pdf) Comments? Concerns? Email ELVN at friends@eastlakeview.org....
Lincoln Park Village to host two informational meetings in Lake View
CHICAGO Feb. 27, 2014 Lincoln Park Village, a leader in the pioneering village movement that is changing the landscape of aging in America, is hosting two informational meetings— onSaturday, March 15 from 3-5 pm at the Lake View Presbyterian Church (Corner of Addison and Broadway) and on Thursday, March 20 from 3:30-5:30 pm at...
2014 Cubs Home Game Schedule (Night Games Highlighted)
See the list of Cubs 2014 home games below. Night games are highlighted. Date Opponent Time Broadcast 1 Fri, 4/4 Phillies 1:20p WGN, MLB.TV 2 Sat, 4/5 Phillies 1:20p CSN, MLB.TV 3 Sun, 4/6 Phillies 1:20p WGN, MLB.TV 4 Tue, 4/8 Pirates 7:05p CSN, MLB.TV 5 Wed, 4/9...
ELVN Community/General Meeting – March 4, 2014
ELVN will be hosting a Community/General meeting at 7 PM on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at the 19th District Police Station Community Room (850 W. Addison). We will be holding our Annual ELVN Board Election. A list of candidates can be found on our website. Agenda items will include: ELVN Board Elections 44th...
2014 ELVN Election Slate
East Lake View Neighbors (ELVN) is announcing its 2014 Election Slate! Read the bios of the members below who are running for election to the ELVN Board of Directors. Remember, to vote at our Board of Directors elections on March 4, you must have already renewed your membership. Per ELVN bylaws,...
2014 ELVN Meeting and Event Schedule
ELVN normally meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the 19th Police District Community Room (850 W Addison Street). Note actual schedule below: 7 PM Tuesday, 1/7/2014, rescheduled for Tuesday 1/21/2014: Board Meeting @ the 19th District Community Room 7 PM Tuesday, 2/4/2014: Board Meeting @ the 19th...
Community Alert
Please read these important messages sent to ELVN by the 44th Ward Aldermanic Office: Community Alert – Strongarm Robbery Crime Prevention Tips Please note, you have an opportunity to express your concerns regarding criminal activity in our community at CAPS meetings. CAPS meetings that include Beats 1923 and 1925,...
Drastic changes to Sheffield Avenue to come before City Plan Commission on Thursday, November 21
On October 16, 2013, the Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel introduced into City Council an ordinance to authorize the vacation of Sheffield Avenue City right-of-way and the reduction of the width of Sheffield from 33 feet to 23 feet in order to accommodate recent changes to the proposed Wrigley...
Photos from ELVN’s 2013 Oktoberfest
Thanks to all of you, East Lake View Neighbors’ 2013 Oktoberfest was a great success! Check out some photos below, and find more on ELVN’s Facebook page. ELVN celebrates Oktoberfest 2013...
More Sheffield Ave. updates and CAPS meeting reminder
The vacation of Sheffield Avenue had been scheduled as an agenda item for the Wednesday, November 6th meeting of the City Council Committee on Traffic and Public Way. ELVN was advised that the Sheffield Avenue vacation was removed as an agenda item. We will advise you when it is rescheduled....
Ordinance for drastic changes to Sheffield Ave to come before City Council committee on Wednesday, November 6
On October 16, 2013, the Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel introduced into City Council an ordinance to authorize the vacation of City right-of-way on Sheffield Avenue in order to accommodate the further expansion of Wrigley Field. This latest Cubs proposal calls for an additional extension of the right field...
Halloween on Halsted
The Northalsted Business Alliance 17th Annual Halloween Parade Traffic & Parking Advisory The 2013 Annual Halloween Parade will be held on Thursday, October 31st along Halsted Street from Belmont to Addison. Registration will be at 6:30pm at the staging area at Halsted and Belmont. The event will start at...
Bank of America Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 13
Via Alderman Tom Tunney It’s that time of year again! Come out and cheer on all the dedicated athletes participating in this year’s Chicago Marathon on Sunday, October 13, 2013. To help you navigate around the 44th Ward, please be aware of the following street closures: Sheridan Road: from...
44th Ward Mobile App for Android & iPhone Now Available
Via Alderman Tom Tunney Alderman Tom Tunney welcomes you to download the official 44th Ward App. Our goal is to provide updated information to residents about the community and provide an easy way to communicate with our office. The 44th Ward app allows users to report potholes and place...
Sculpture Day in Chicago: Saturday, October 19
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Support ELVN at Oktoberfest this Sunday at Murphy’s Bleachers!
Our 15th Annual Neighborhood Fundraiser and Celebration is this Sunday! Please join us and show your support for our community. WHEN: Sunday, September 29, 2013, 3-7pm WHERE: Murphy’s Bleachers, 3655 N Sheffield Over the past 14 years, we’ve raised more than $200,000 to directly support good works in our...
Workshop this Thursday: How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment
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Lakeview East Festival of the Arts 2013
September 14 & 15 Saturday: 10am-6pm Sunday: 10am-5pm Along Broadway • Belmont to Hawthorne Over 175 Juried Artists Showcased! ART • MUSIC • FOOD • FAMILY ACTIVITIES For more information call 773-348-8608 The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the ninth annual Lakeview East Festival of...
Bike Lake View this Sunday, September 8
Join Lake View Citizens Council (LVCC) for a leisurely morning bike ride around Lake View. Get to know your neighbors while exploring our bicycle-friendly neighborhood. Helmets are required, and be sure to bring a lock so you can join us for post-ride coffee. Bike Lake View is a free...
Petition: Stop the crime in Lakeview
Please take a moment to read and sign the petition by Citizens for a Safer Lakeview at change.org. We deserve a safer neighborhood. We are a diverse group of Lakeview area residents upset with the recent dramatic increase in crime. With your help, we want to make the neighborhood...
2nd Annual Art Show & Auction to benefit House of the Good Shepherd
About House of the Good Shepherd House of the Good Shepherd has served disadvantaged and marginalized women in Chicago for over 150 years. Through personalized comprehensive services, House of the Good Shepherd promotes healing and recovery for survivors of domestic violence and enables them to achieve independence and self-sufficiency,...
East Lake View Neighbors Community Meeting
Please attend East Lake View Neighbors’ upcoming Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at 7:00 PM, in the 19th District Police Station Community Room, 850 W Addison. Limited free parking is available in the garage to the immediate east. Preliminary agenda/discussion items now include: City Bike Share Program...
Thanks to all for a successful Gill Park Back to School Bash!
East Lake View Neighbors (ELVN) in cooperation with Alderman Cappleman’s Office, the Park District, the Central Lake View Merchants Association, the Northalsted Business Alliance, and other community leaders participated in an extraordinarily successful event in Gill Park on Saturday, August 24th – the first ever Gill Park Back to School...