Events for May 2015
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
May 1    $5 Martini Friday at Monti's
Date: May 1, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://www.ilovemontis.com
Location: Monti's at 4757 N. Talman Avenue (by Harvestime)
EMail: jmonti@ilovemontis.com
Date/Time Details: Friday's from Noon to 10pm
May 2    Breakfast Club Fun Runs
Join us Saturday mornings for a fun run. Log your miles and run with other individuals who think 8:00am is a late start for a Saturday run. Run with us 10 times and receive an official Breakfast Club T-Shirt. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 2, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 8:00am
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 3    House Guests at Neighborly Welcomes Re:new Project
Based in the western suburbs, the Re:new Project helps refugee women who have survived war, persecution or natural disaster and have since resettled in the Chicago area. Come by on Sunday to shop their full selection of handmade totes, purses, clutches and more - find a unique gift for Mom that gives back - and learn more about this amazing program!
Date: May 3, 2015
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://neighborlyshop.com
Location: Neighborly
2003 W. Montrose Ave
Date/Time Details: Sunday, May 3rd
noon - 5pm.
May 4    Monday Night Fun Runs
Lace up and join us for a fun run! Its a great way to meet like minded friends while doing something good for yourself, after all how many nights can you really spend in a bar? Get out and enjoy a run with Fleet Feet Sports. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 4, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: Mondays at 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 5    All you can eat mussels and frites at Bistro Campagne
Come join us every Tuesday for "All you can eat mussels and frites!"
You can choose between our mussels steamed in Belgian ale, or Chef Adam Dittmer's special of the week. You will also be able to choose between unlimited pomme or onion frites.
Date: May 5, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://bistrocampagne.com
Location: Bistro Campagne
EMail: bistrocampagne@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday Night
Fees/Admission: $21 per person
May 6    Chick's Night Fun Runs
Every Wednesday Fleet Feet Sports hosts a womens' only fun run. Before the run you may change into your running gear and leave your belongings at our store. Then head out for a 3-6mile run or walk with the group. All skill levels are encouraged and welcome. The distance and pace is up to you. After the run log your miles to earn exclusive Chicks' Night gear.
Date: May 6, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call the store for more information. 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 7    Chicago Waldorf School Open House
We are pleased to announce our new Lincoln Square Early Childhood Center opening Fall of 2015!
“Find out why Waldorf education is the fastest growing educational movement in the country.”

Join a tour and orientation at our Rogers Park  Campus to learn more.
Our next tour date is Thursday, May 7th.
773-465-2371   chicagowaldorf.org to register or for more information.

 
Date: May 7, 2015
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http;/www.chicagowaldorf.org
Location: Chicago Waldorf School
1300 W Loyola Avenue
Chicago, IL 60626
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 7th from 8:30 am - 10:30 am.
Fees/Admission: Please RSVP by contacting Lisa Payton at lpayton@chicagowaldorf.org or 773-465-2371
May 8    $5 Martini Friday at Monti's
Date: May 8, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://www.ilovemontis.com
Location: Monti's at 4757 N. Talman Avenue (by Harvestime)
EMail: jmonti@ilovemontis.com
Date/Time Details: Friday's from Noon to 10pm
May 8    40th Ward Spring Shred Event

It’s that time of year again when spring cleaning seems to produce much unneeded paperwork. If this sounds familiar, mark your calendars for Friday, May 8th when we will, once again, be hosting our annual Spring Shred Event in the parking lot of the 40th Ward Streets and Sanitation Yard, 5333 N. Western Avenue. Midway Shredding will be on hand to shred unwanted paper for residents free of charge from the hours of 4:00pm – 7:00pm.

All paper will need to be clear of metal objects such as binder clips, paper clips, spiral notebooks and other non-paper materials. All paper will be shredded onsite.

Date: May 8, 2015
Website: http://aldermanoconnor.com
Location: 40th Ward Streets and Sanitation Yard
5333 N. Western
EMail: ward40@cityofchicago.org
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 8th
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
May 9    Breakfast Club Fun Runs
Join us Saturday mornings for a fun run. Log your miles and run with other individuals who think 8:00am is a late start for a Saturday run. Run with us 10 times and receive an official Breakfast Club T-Shirt. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 9, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 8:00am
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 9    GlobalFest at St. Matthias School
Join the fine folks at St. Matthias School for international cuisine, live entertainment & an exciting silent auction!
Date: May 9, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.stmatthiasschool.org
Location: St. Matthias School
4910 N. Claremont Avenue
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 16th 2015
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 10    Mother's Day Yoga Class
Join One Key Yoga for a special community donation class this Mother's Day!

All funds collected will be given to the Joshua House Women's Homeless Shelter.  No donation is too small. 

Come celebrate mothers, aunties, sisters, best friends, and all women who help raise our children!
 
Date: May 10, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Website: http://onekeyyoga.com
Location: One Key Yoga
4845 N. Damen Avenue
Date/Time Details: Sunday, May 10th
9:00 am
 
May 11    Is this a thing? A free live lit show
Is this a thing? is a free live lit show on the second Monday of the month. Is this a thing? is back on May 11th with a new lineup of storytellers! Come hear from Mark Child, Jake Cowan, Clarence "Sonny" Hogan, Lauren Huffman, Catharine Savage and Eileen Tull to hear why they think we all need to be careful what we wish for. Hosted by Ines Bellina.

Visit www.facebook.com/isthisathing and follow us on twitter @is_this_a_thing for more event details
Date: May 11, 2015
Location: O'Shaughnessy's Public House
4557 N. Ravenswood Ave
Date/Time Details: Monday,  May 11th at 7:00pm
May 11    Monday Night Fun Runs
Lace up and join us for a fun run! Its a great way to meet like minded friends while doing something good for yourself, after all how many nights can you really spend in a bar? Get out and enjoy a run with Fleet Feet Sports. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 11, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: Mondays at 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 12    All you can eat mussels and frites at Bistro Campagne
Come join us every Tuesday for "All you can eat mussels and frites!"
You can choose between our mussels steamed in Belgian ale, or Chef Adam Dittmer's special of the week. You will also be able to choose between unlimited pomme or onion frites.
Date: May 12, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://bistrocampagne.com
Location: Bistro Campagne
EMail: bistrocampagne@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday Night
Fees/Admission: $21 per person
May 13    Chick's Night Fun Runs
Every Wednesday Fleet Feet Sports hosts a womens' only fun run. Before the run you may change into your running gear and leave your belongings at our store. Then head out for a 3-6mile run or walk with the group. All skill levels are encouraged and welcome. The distance and pace is up to you. After the run log your miles to earn exclusive Chicks' Night gear.
Date: May 13, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call the store for more information. 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 15    $5 Martini Friday at Monti's
Date: May 15, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://www.ilovemontis.com
Location: Monti's at 4757 N. Talman Avenue (by Harvestime)
EMail: jmonti@ilovemontis.com
Date/Time Details: Friday's from Noon to 10pm
May 15    Second Hand Soul Band at Barba Yianni
Second Hand Soul Band - Live at Barba Yianni

Songs you remember from the nights you don't.
Date: May 15, 2015
Location: Barba Yianni
4761 N. Lincoln Avenue
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 15th 10:00pm
May 16    Breakfast Club Fun Runs
Join us Saturday mornings for a fun run. Log your miles and run with other individuals who think 8:00am is a late start for a Saturday run. Run with us 10 times and receive an official Breakfast Club T-Shirt. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 16, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 8:00am
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 16    Kids in the Square

Bring the whole family out to enjoy story time, kids exercise activities, face painting and many more great free events at participating businesses that will remind you what it’s like to be a kid again.

Activities will take place in businesses along Lincoln and within Giddings Plaza.

 

Date: May 16, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://lincolnsquare.org
Location: Giddings Plaza and Participating Businesses
EMail: info@lincolnsquare.org
Date/Time Details: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 16    Grand Opening of the Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center
Please join us for The Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, May 16th, beginning at 10 am when we'll cut the ribbon on the Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center at 5400 N Damen Avenue (at Balmoral) - next to ScooterWorks.  The celebration and open house will continue through 5pm with food, fun and many wonderful surprises!  
 
Date: May 16, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.urbanpoochtraining.com
Location: Urban Pooch Training & Fitness Center
5400 N. Damen Avenue
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 16th
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
May 16    Global Fest 2015!
Saturday, May 16 at 6 p.m. at St. Matthias School: The GlobalFest community celebration begins!  Delicious food, music, children activities, live entertainment for both children and adults and all of the other GlobalFest favorites will be in full force.  This event is open to the community.  There will be global art on display and global cuisine to enjoy.  Food is included in the cost of admission.  Beverages will be available at an additional cost.
 
There will be a GlobalFest Silent Auction.  Some of the great auction items include: Lollapalooza tickets, premium Cubs tickets behind home plate with parking pass, a Museum of Science and Industry family membership, training packages from Orange Shoe Fitness and a birthday party for 10 kids at Pigtails and Crewcuts.  Additional items, parties and teacher experiences are being added daily.  Funds raised go to support St. Matthias School operating expenses
Date: May 16, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.stmatthiasschool.org
Location:  4910 N. Claremont Avenue in Chicago
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 16th 6pm - 10pm
Fees/Admission: Pre-sale: $8 Kids &15 Adults
After 5/8 Prices increase by $2 per ticket
Food is included in the price of admission
Under age 2 free
May 18    Sunnyside of Lincoln - Spring Edition
Bistro Campagne, DueLire, The Grafton and homesoul will come together to host a block party celebrating Spring and all things grilled!

 "The Sunnyside of Lincoln" is a collaboration between four neighbors along a section of the West sidewalk of Lincoln Avenue between Sunnyside and Wilson Avenue.

A ticket to "The Sunnyside of Lincoln" includes two drinks (wine, beer, or cocktails) from each restaurant, and two dishes featured by each of the restaurants. All food and drinks will be served in each establishment, and ticket holders will be allowed to move freely from one space to the next, or lounge along the sidewalk. 

Live music will be provided by "Heart of Singing's" Nicole Cooper starting at 7pm.

Tickets go fast and we often sell out so purchase yours as soon as you can! For food and drink information please visit the ticket link. 
Date: May 18, 2015
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1476473
Location: 4500 block of Lincoln Avenue
Date/Time Details: Monday, May 18th
6-9pm
Fees/Admission:
$45/person
May 18    Monday Night Fun Runs
Lace up and join us for a fun run! Its a great way to meet like minded friends while doing something good for yourself, after all how many nights can you really spend in a bar? Get out and enjoy a run with Fleet Feet Sports. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 18, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: Mondays at 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 19    All you can eat mussels and frites at Bistro Campagne
Come join us every Tuesday for "All you can eat mussels and frites!"
You can choose between our mussels steamed in Belgian ale, or Chef Adam Dittmer's special of the week. You will also be able to choose between unlimited pomme or onion frites.
Date: May 19, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://bistrocampagne.com
Location: Bistro Campagne
EMail: bistrocampagne@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday Night
Fees/Admission: $21 per person
May 20    Chick's Night Fun Runs
Every Wednesday Fleet Feet Sports hosts a womens' only fun run. Before the run you may change into your running gear and leave your belongings at our store. Then head out for a 3-6mile run or walk with the group. All skill levels are encouraged and welcome. The distance and pace is up to you. After the run log your miles to earn exclusive Chicks' Night gear.
Date: May 20, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call the store for more information. 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 21    Film Screening: Food Patriots
A Midwestern mother whose son nearly died from contaminated food embarks on a rollercoaster journey to understand the food industry and improve her family’s eating habits. Filmmakers Jeff & Jennifer Spitz (Lincoln Square residents) document their family’s struggle to raise backyard chickens, grow food, and transform into Food Patriots. Food Patriots features people from all walks of life who are trying to change the way Americans eat and buy food, and educate the next generation of consumers.
Date: May 21, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Website: http://foodpatriots.com
Location: Beans & Bagels
2601 W. Leland Avenue
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 21
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
May 22    $5 Martini Friday at Monti's
Date: May 22, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://www.ilovemontis.com
Location: Monti's at 4757 N. Talman Avenue (by Harvestime)
EMail: jmonti@ilovemontis.com
Date/Time Details: Friday's from Noon to 10pm
May 23 - Jul 18    $20 Cash and Carry Sale at Chicago Printmaker's Collaborative
$20 Cash and Carry Sale!
Prints!  Posters! T-Shirts! Odds 'n' Ends!

Opening May 23 11am - 6pm
Saturday May 23 - July 18
Date: May 23, 2015
Website: http://www.chicagoprintmakers.com
Location: Chicago Printmaker's Collaborative
4642 N. Western Avenue
Contact: 773-293-2070
May 23    Breakfast Club Fun Runs
Join us Saturday mornings for a fun run. Log your miles and run with other individuals who think 8:00am is a late start for a Saturday run. Run with us 10 times and receive an official Breakfast Club T-Shirt. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 23, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 8:00am
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 25    Monday Night Fun Runs
Lace up and join us for a fun run! Its a great way to meet like minded friends while doing something good for yourself, after all how many nights can you really spend in a bar? Get out and enjoy a run with Fleet Feet Sports. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 25, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: Mondays at 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 26    $2 Tuesday
Enjoy $2 Tacos & $2 Dos Equis Cans We also feature $2 Bowling & $2 Shoe Rental 
Date: May 26, 2015
Location: Lincoln Square Lanes
EMail: lchung@lincolnsquarelanes.net
May 26    All you can eat mussels and frites at Bistro Campagne
Come join us every Tuesday for "All you can eat mussels and frites!"
You can choose between our mussels steamed in Belgian ale, or Chef Adam Dittmer's special of the week. You will also be able to choose between unlimited pomme or onion frites.
Date: May 26, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://bistrocampagne.com
Location: Bistro Campagne
EMail: bistrocampagne@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Every Tuesday Night
Fees/Admission: $21 per person
May 27    Chick's Night Fun Runs
Every Wednesday Fleet Feet Sports hosts a womens' only fun run. Before the run you may change into your running gear and leave your belongings at our store. Then head out for a 3-6mile run or walk with the group. All skill levels are encouraged and welcome. The distance and pace is up to you. After the run log your miles to earn exclusive Chicks' Night gear.
Date: May 27, 2015
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call the store for more information. 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 6:30pm
Fees/Admission: FREE!
May 29    $5 Martini Friday at Monti's
Date: May 29, 2015
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Website: http://www.ilovemontis.com
Location: Monti's at 4757 N. Talman Avenue (by Harvestime)
EMail: jmonti@ilovemontis.com
Date/Time Details: Friday's from Noon to 10pm
May 30    Ready To Run
It’s spring and the sun is shining!  You want to take your workout outdoors. . .
 
But are you READY TO RUN?
 
 
Have you ever been out for your first long run of the year and found that afterward you had aches, pains, and soreness?
 
Ready to Run?
Feel less pain and get more out of your running!
 
Saturday, May 30th
1PM-1:40PM
Ravenswood Fitness Center
Come dressed and ready to run!

In this 40 minute FREE workshop we will explore:
 
  • What’s the point?  Find your running purpose
  • The #1 factor in how you’ll feel during and after a run
  • What your running shoes can tell you about your running readiness
  • Stretching: the why and how (its not what you think)
  • Create your own Ready to Run pre-run ritual
  • 3 things you should NEVER DO before a run
 
Date: May 30, 2015
Time: 1:00 AM - 1:40 PM
Location: Ravenswood Fitness Center
EMail: info@newdaynsa.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 30th at 1pm
Fees/Admission: Free
May 30    Breakfast Club Fun Runs
Join us Saturday mornings for a fun run. Log your miles and run with other individuals who think 8:00am is a late start for a Saturday run. Run with us 10 times and receive an official Breakfast Club T-Shirt. We run 3-6 miles, and all abilities are welcome. Gear storage and restrooms are available.
Date: May 30, 2015
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Website: http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com
Location: Fleet Feet Sports
Contact: Call 773-271-3338
EMail: cpennscott@fleetfeetchicago.com
Date/Time Details: 8:00am
Fees/Admission: FREE!