Bars/Clubs/Restaurants

Vendors are invited to participate in the first Tastes of the Neighborhood being put on by the largest employer in Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town and Humboldt Park area, Presence Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center (PSMEMC).

Robert F. Martwick, Illinois House of Representative, 19th District, sported a different persona Sat., Apr.  27, when he and the Chris N group rocked in Phyllis' Musical Inn, 1800 W. Division St. 

UPDATE:
One person was transported to a local hospital at 2:24 a.m., according to the Chicago Fire Department's spokes person.

A large fight occurred outside Dolphin Nightclub, 2200 N. Ashland Ave., at approximately 2:20 a.m., Sat., Feb. 9. Two Dolphin employees

In the HotChocolate kitchen, 1747 N. Damen, Mindy Segal, owner, was giving CBS's Vince Gerasole pastry decorating tips on air before 7 a.m. on Wednesday in Wicker Park/Bucktown.

Third generation Greek restaurateur Ted Maglaris at the Wicker Park opening of his newest prasino said, "I came to Wicker Park because of the community feel. I want this to be a life style not a once a month destination. We are organic and local (sourced)." Hours at 1846 W. Division are 7 a.m. to midnight. A 100 seat patio makes for spacious outdoor dining in good weather.

I conducted a Skype interview with Kalmia Traver, lead singer and saxophone player for Rubblebucket, while the band drove I-80 from their hometown of Brooklyn to a gig in Cleveland. Here, Traver discusses the band's January 15 show at Double Door, her love of Wicker Park, and what Rubblebucket delivers to music fans.

Guitar and Vocals for Tell Your Friends

Open since June 7, the Worm Hole is loaded with 1980s memorabilia: Back to the Future, Ghost Busters, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, The Blues Brothers, John Hughes, Steven Spielberg. Castle Grayskull sits atop the bar. The internet password is "sorryaboutthebug-eyesthing." Written on the front window is:
"Do I want coffee?" "Yes, have some." "Yes, have some."