I love when business begin to boom in our neighborhoods. I will have to check this spot out, thanks Erica.
Neighbor message Ward 11
11 hours ago
Updated 54 min ago
Help needed with costumes and stage sets
The kids at the Valentine Boys & Girls Club are putting on a play, Alice In Wonderland, in early June. I'm looking for seven dress or longer length zippers for their costumes, artificial greenery and flowers and, if there is an angel out there, an teen-size Cheshire Cat costume (or something that comes close). Help with the sewing and designing/constructing costumes would also be very appreciated. Working with the kids is fun. If you can help, please either drop off the zippers, greenery and/or costume at the Club (3400 S. Emerald) between 11am and 6pm and/or leave a message here. Thank you.
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Media mention 4200 S. Ashland
6 hours ago
Zoom in: Back of the Yards
...electronics) stolen, it probably ended up at this giant Back of the Yards flea market (4200 S. Ashland). Every Saturday and Sunday, an enormous lot and warehouse are home to food vendors, booths...
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Lost-and-found posting 52nd and Throop
7 hours ago
Lost Long Haired Chihuahua (Englewood)
Our beloved Khloe disappeared on Saturday night, May 12th by Sherman Park, 52nd and Throop. She is a very small, off white, long haired chihuahua, approximately two years old. We...
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Real estate listing 5348 S Damen Ave
11 hours ago
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5348 S Damen Ave for $30,000
Listed May 15, 2012 on Trulia
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Media mention Multiple locations
16 hours ago
Protesters march against police on South Side
The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
This article has 2 other Chicago locations (Show)The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
The protest ended around 9:30 p.m. at Taylor and Halsted. Police reported no arrests.
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Media mention 51st Street and Halsted
18 hours ago
March draws local residents into shouting match with protesters in Bridgeport
...some of whom covered their faces with hoods or bandanas, began their protest at about 51st Street and Halsted, chanting obscenities about police and police brutality...
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Media mention Multiple locations
18 hours ago
Protesters march against police on South Side
The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
This article has 2 other Chicago locations (Show)The protesters — many dressed in all black with black bandannas covering their faces — had marched about three miles to protest alleged global police oppression. The group started about 6:40 p.m. at Halsted and 50th Place and marched to the Deering District police station, 3501 S. Lowe.
The protest ended around 9:30 p.m. at Taylor and Halsted. Police reported no arrests.
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10 Crimes
40 hours ago
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Battery
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Aggravated battery: Domestic battery: other dangerous weapon / Apartment
900 block W. 50th Pl. Comment Subscribe -
Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple / Apartment
5200 block S. Sangamon St. Comment Subscribe -
Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple / Apartment
1400 block W. 47th St. Comment Subscribe
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Burglary
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Burglary: Forcible entry / Residence
4700 block S. Elizabeth St. Comment Subscribe -
Burglary: Unlawful entry / Residence
4700 block S. Racine Ave. Comment Subscribe -
Burglary: Forcible entry / Residence
4800 block S. Paulina St. Comment Subscribe -
Burglary: Forcible entry / Residence (garage)
800 block W. 51st St. Comment Subscribe
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Criminal damage
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Vandalism: Criminal damage to property / Residential yard (front / back)
800 block W. 50th St. Comment Subscribe
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Motor vehicle theft
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Motor vehicle theft: Automobile / Parking lot / garage (non-residential)
4300 block S. Ashland Ave. Comment Subscribe
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Robbery
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Robbery: Armed: handgun / Alley
5000 block S. Elizabeth St. Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor message Ward 3
5 days ago
Updated 46 hours ago
Swagger Lounge - 5048 S. Prairie Ave. , Chicago
My boyfriend and I stopped by Swagger last night after driving past it and seeing its lights on. Can I say that this place has ALL of the bells and whistles of a top of the line lounge. I don't even think my description would do the place justice! But it has a full service kitchen, a bar both upstairs and on the first floor, two outdoor padded seating areas with colorful lighting, an outdoor stage for performances, an outdoor...
My boyfriend and I stopped by Swagger last night after driving past it and seeing its lights on. Can I say that this place has ALL of the bells and whistles of a top of the line lounge. I don't even think my description would do the place justice! But it has a full service kitchen, a bar both upstairs and on the first floor, two outdoor padded seating areas with colorful lighting, an outdoor stage for performances, an outdoor fountain, a TON of flat screen tvs, dining area, a room for jazz performances, a Playstation section, beautifully decorated his and hers restrooms on both floors, lounge rooms on both floors, plenty of security on hand, and a friendly, accomodating wait staff. We met with Kara and she gaves the complete tour. I have been screaming about solid businesses and nightlife coming to Bronzeville for a while and Swagger has surely helped to fill the gap. They are currently open on Thursdays through Sundays and stay open as late as 2AM. As the word gets out, they plan to add more days to be open during the week. The menu consists mostly of bar food, and the menu is light, but it's still a great selection and the lounge plans to expand the options as popularity grows. Oh, and there is also plenty of free parking, so that is always a plus! OH...what a breath of fresh air for Bronzeville and the south side of Chicago! Please support this business soon!
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I am going to check out Swagger. It's nice not to travel to the South Loop (LOL) or Rush Street to get drinks. For H, the reason why it showed up in the South Loop stream is because the address is in the 3rd ward and that ward has an...
I am going to check out Swagger. It's nice not to travel to the South Loop (LOL) or Rush Street to get drinks. For H, the reason why it showed up in the South Loop stream is because the address is in the 3rd ward and that ward has an appendage that reaches into the south loop. Instead of "cringing" at the mention on the club in your precious South Loop, why don't you try to support the establishment first. And since I am ranting right now, It is people like you that forced the closure of Some Like it Black, a joint to hear poetry and All Jokes Aside. Those types of establishments weren't wanted in the South Loop. Wonder why????!!!!!
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Neighbor event 1809 W 50th St.
2 days ago
The Interrupters Film Screening and Community Discussion
Sat, May 19, 2012 1pm - 4pm
Come to a screening of the Academy Award nominated "The Interrupters" and stay for a community discussion.
Cornell Square Park
1809 W. 50th St. (51st and Wood St.)
Chicago Park District/TRACE (Teens Re-Imagining Art, Community, Environment)
www.teensreimagining.org
(312) 287 - 0467
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22 Property transfers
2 days ago
Chicago property transfer data is updated twice a month. Here are the nearby records from the May 14 update:
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4606 S. Ashland Ave. transferred ownership
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2043 W. 53rd St. transferred ownership
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5218 S. Loomis St. transferred ownership
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928 W. 54th St. transferred ownership
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5228 S. Justine St. transferred ownership
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5334 S. Wolcott Ave. transferred ownership
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4749 S. Wolcott Ave. sold for $112,500
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5344 S. Aberdeen St. sold for $40,000
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5027 S. Hoyne Ave. transferred ownership
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5258 S. Emerald Ave. sold for $140,000
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812 W. 53rd St. transferred ownership
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5213 S. Morgan St. transferred ownership
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1943 W. 51st St. transferred ownership
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5415 S. Wolcott Ave. transferred ownership
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5330 S. Marshfield Ave. sold for $287,000
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5429 S. Bishop St. sold for $198,000
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5427 S. Marshfield Ave. sold for $190,000
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5309 S. Bishop St. transferred ownership
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4741 S. Hermitage Ave. sold for $137,500
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1240 W. 50th St. transferred ownership
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828 W. 51st Pl. transferred ownership
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1903 W. 47th St. sold for $55,000
1903 W. 47th St.
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Real estate listing 2135 W 50th Pl
2 days ago
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2135 W 50th Pl for $56,900
Listed May 11, 2012 on Trulia
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Classroom fundraiser Hedges Elem School Fine and Performing Arts Magnet
2 days ago
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Let's Skype!
Mrs. Fuentes is asking for $799.54:My students need a tablet to Skype, pattern blocks, clocks, pattern activity cards, tracing numbers, counters to make learning math easy.
Hedges Elem School Fine and Performing Arts Magnet Comment Subscribe
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Real estate listing 5022 S Justine St
3 days ago
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5022 S Justine St for $349,900
Listed May 12, 2012 on Trulia
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3 Crimes
3 days ago
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Battery
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Aggravated battery: Domestic battery: other dangerous weapon / Alley
5400 block S. Damen Ave. Comment Subscribe
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Burglary
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Burglary: Forcible entry / VACANT LOT/LAND
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Burglary: Forcible entry / Residence (garage)
5400 block S. Wolcott Ave. Comment Subscribe
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From Is it only me? Confusion on NATO and staying home in the Loop during the Summit:
"We would appreciate anyone with some sound advice to please share what they might know as far as safely staying in condo at Madison & State. We were planning to stock up on food and stay in. Does this sound okay to do? Sarcasm & judgement not welcome please."
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Hi there. I am a designer/seamstress that lives in the neighborhood. I can't promise all the construction but I will gladly consult with you. Please email me brazenjudy@gmail.com
I will do what I can:)