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Member Spotlight: Redline VR
Located on Ravenswood Ave near Lawrence, Redline VR is a cozy and industrial space that hosts a full bar, virtual reality arcade and performance stage/event venue. Redline VR's multifunctional space is able to host a variety of events, and is staffed 100% by folks from the theater world, meaning you're bound to feel welcome and have a great time! We stopped by to see the space and learn more from Events Manager and Producer, Maya.
Gaby Gerken
Member Spotlight: Wags-A-Lot Dog Walking
Meet Allison and Sadie, owners of Wags-A-Lot Dog Walking. Opened in 2012, this family-owned professional dog walking business understands that dogs are an important part of the family. That's why they provide Chicago's working dog parents with peace of mind through individualized, affectionate, and enthusiastic walks for their furry loved ones.
Gaby Gerken
Member Spotlight: The Chicago Birth Center
If you're looking for a natural birth option in town, the Birth Center of Chicago is the place to be. As the first and only freestanding birth center in the City of Chicago, they provide a safe and alternative model of care. Their new space in the former Big Bricks restaurant offers birthing suites, exam rooms, a public restroom, lending library, as well as a community room available for organizations to rent for free.
Gaby Gerken
Member Spotlight: Mojo Dog Co.
Have you visited MOJO Dog Co. yet? Opened just this past July in Northcenters Rockwell Pet Campus, Mojo Dog Co. offers a wide variety of toys, training tools, and raw foods that you can rely on to keep your dogs happy and healthy. We stopped by to chat with Store Manager Lilli this week to learn more.
Gaby Gerken
Chicago's Oldest Chinese Restaurant Still Serves Up the Classics
The Northcenter Chamber is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Over the next year, we will be celebrating some of our local businesses that have been in the Northcenter neighborhood for 70 years or more. First up, the iconic Orange Garden restaurant. When you think of the grand traditions of Chinese food in Chicago, chances are you think of the shining Dragon Gate near Cermak on the South Side. But did you know the oldest Chinese restaurant in Chicago is right here in Northcenter?
LindsayEanet
70 Years of the Northcenter Chamber: Share Your Stories!
The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce turns the big 7-0 this year! (We know, we know. We don't look a day over 65.) It has been an honor serving the amazing Northcenter neighborhood for 70 years and seeing how the community has grown and developed over time. We hope to serve you for another 70 years and beyond! Over the next year, we will be collecting and sharing stories about the Northcenter neighborhood & its businesses over the past 70 years. If you have a story or memory to share, we'll share them in
LindsayEanet
Big Buzz Idea Group's Melissa Lagowski Named to Chicago Business Journal's 2016
Melissa Lagowski, principal at Northcenter Chamber members Big Buzz Idea Group, has been named one of 50 honorees forChicago Business Journal's 2016 class of Women of Influence. The Women of Influence program recognizes women business leaders in the Chicago area who innovate, succeed and "pay it forward." And whether she's helping local nonprofits raise funds through festivals and events or sharing knowledge with the next generation of entrepreneurs, paying it forward is a key component of Melissa's
LindsayEanet
Diti Finds Magic in On-Demand Art and Printing
You may know Rico Tallud as one of the founders of Be Well. The Art of Asian Therapies, one of the city's top spas and massage centers. An "ideas guy," Tallud is excited about a new project, an on-demand draw and print center called Diti (Draw It, Take It!), located at 2250 W. Foster. Tallud says the inspiration for Diti came from a birthday party he wanted to have for one of his children and creating t-shirts for the event. That conversation with his business partner, Tony Grammatis, sparked the idea.
LindsayEanet
Rev. Billy's Chop Shop Teams Up With KT's Kids to Celebrate Anniversary!
Over the past year, Rev. Billy's Chop Shop (4314 N. Lincoln) has become a Northcenter staple, thanks to bold, innovative hairstylists, the rotating showcase of cutting-edge local artists whose work adorns the salon's walls and, of course, for a mysterious and highly effective substance known as HAIR CRAP. We are so excited to congratulate Rev. Billy's on a great first year in the Northcenter neighborhood, and we hope you'll celebrate with them this weekend at another neighborhood institution, Tiny Lounge,
LindsayEanet
#TKPopUps Returns This Weekend With Noodle Night!
Trout Kitchen presents its latest popup and relief from turkey day. Á la carte menu featuring Ramen, Soba and Pastas. November 27 & 28. Cocktails, Lunch and Dinner service. Kitchen open 11:00am – 9:00pm.
LindsayEanet
