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City business licensing destroys small businesses: Part One -- Logan Square Kitchen

By: 
Elaine Coorens
Date: 
05/17/2012
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As he stood in Logan Square Kitchen (LSK), 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave., Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced, on Apr. 17, that a new ordinance would streamline business licensing, making it faster and easier for businesses to be legally operational in Chicago. On May 16, Zina Murray, Logan Square Kitchen's owner, announced that she will close her doors on June 28.

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Newly formed party seeks candidate for 10th District State Representative

Date: 
05/15/2012
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In an effort to circumvent Derrick Smith's refusal to step-down as the Democratic candidate for the 10th District State Representative slot on the fall ballot, 10th District Democratic Ward Committeemen have united to form a new party. This new party is seeking individuals interested in being their nominee.

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Theatre

Meet the multi talented Jeff Award winner Tammy Mader

By: 
Elaine Coorens
Date: 
05/14/2012
TMaderSonLike so many in the area, Tammy Mader is a multi-talented Logan Square resident. In her case she is the the Director and Choreographer for Drury Lane Theatre's Hair Spray as well as being mom to two young children.
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Arts

Size doesn't matter for Sistler's "Trouble" in Firecat Projects

By: 
Elaine Coorens
Date: 
05/11/2012
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While Nicholas Sistler's miniature paintings prove that size does not matter when it comes to drawing the observer into a painting, they also prove that they can mesmerize the viewer into lingering and exploring. Sistler's Trouble in Tony Fitzpatrick's Firecat Projects, 2024 N. Damen, is a full blown installation as theatrical as the paintings themselves.

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Police News

Burglary and Robbery alerts in 13th Police District

Date: 
05/15/2012
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Burglary Alert is because of an increase in burglary related incidents in the 13th District (Wood St.). While victims are away, offender(s) enter victims' residences and take property.

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Bars/Clubs/Restaurants

Mindy Segal reopens HotChocolate and receives James Beard Award

By: 
Elaine Coorens
Date: 
05/10/2012
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"I needed a change," said Mindy Segal on Wed., May 9, as the last tasks on the renovation list got ticked off before the reopening of Mindy's HotChocolate restaurant and heavenly pastry haven, 1747 N. Damen, on Thursday.

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Upcoming Events

Happenings beginning May 12

Date: 
05/11/2012
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to one and all!

Let us know about events and news you know about and remember you can post community events in the calendar. Register under the "Event Calendar" red bar on the right, or log in if you are already registered. Then add an event.

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Cultures/History

Current politics reminiscent of the Rostenkowski era

By: 
Elaine Coorens
Date: 
05/11/2012

Dan Rostenkowski, "a local boy" form Noble Square, was one of Chicago's long time politicians. He began his 18-term run as a US. Representative in 1959 and was at the zenith of his power as the House Committee on Ways and Means Chairman from 1981-94.

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Parks

Wicker Park Dog Park gets Spring cleaning and improvements

Date: 
05/11/2012
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Under gray skies and amid some on-and-off-again drizzle, a group of Wicker Park Dog Park users gathered to improve the environment for doggie families and the neighborhood.

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Museum Event

Modern Polish Posters not to be missed at Polish Museum of America

Date: 
05/03/2012
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UPDATE:
Exhibition extended thru at least Sun., May 27!

An exhibition of world-renowned, original Polish posters by faculty and students from the Szczecin Academy of Arts in Poland is a not to be missed experience at the Polish Museum of America (PMA), 984 N. Milwaukee Ave. The last day is May 6.

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