Dearborn Homes

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!

FREE Crafting Meet-up Group!

Last Thursday of the Month from 9:30-11:30a.m.
FREE for Ladies and Gents Ages 10 and Up
(Children must be accompanied by an adult)
Limited Seating, Please R.S.V.P to (312) 326-1480

Join fellow Chicagoans with a passion for traditional handiwork starting this summer at Clarke House Museum! Ladies and Gents ages ten and up are invited to bring portable, non-electric, self-contained projects to work on against the historic backdrop of Clarke House Museum. We're looking for those already involved in a historic craft including (but not limited to): sewing, knitting, needle-point, carding/spinning, crochet, wood carving/whittling, leather-working, rug-hooking, lace-making, etc. This is an opportunity to meet other traditional craft enthusiasts and set aside time to work on your special projects. Hope you can join us!

*Please note that this group is non-instructional and geared toward those already established in their chosen craft.

2012 Dates
Thursday May 31, 2012
Thursday June 28, 2012
Thursday July 26, 2012
Thursday August 30, 2012
Thursday September 27, 2012
Thursday October 25, 2012
Thursday November 29, 2012
Thursday December 27, 2012