CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS - NORWOOD PARK, LINCOLN PARK, GOLD COAST, LOOP, NAPERVILLE
NORWOOD PARK
I'm an avid reader. I like the book better than the movie most of the time. So imagine my joy at learning that the Norwood Park Historical Society (NPHS) is hosting their Book and Collectible Fair this Sunday, August 23.
The National Park Service awarded National Register status to a portion of Norwood Park due in large part to the efforts to NPHS.
To read more, click here.
LINCOLN PARK
Like, oh my god, Becky, it's like totally tubular. Yes, that's how most of us talked in the 80s. Uh oh, does that mean I'm dating myself?
How exciting for those of you who have seen images of the early Madonna to be able to practice your Halloween costume early at Bootlegger's this Friday.
For more details on the Totally Tubular '80s Prom, click here.
GOLD COAST
One of the best things about Chicago is its amazing culinary choices. The bonus lies in the fact that you can find amazing wines paired with the chef's creations and truly have an experience. This Thursday there are two great events happening.
The first is at Shaw's Crabhouse where you'll be able to join a winemaker's dinner for $99 and enjoy wines from Oregon and Washington.
The second is at Bistro 110 featuring wines from Alsace. Side note: I just had an amazing lunch there last week, never disappoints.
To read more and see more wine events, click here.
LOOP
The Bean, Grant Park and Burgers. Oh yeah, you're gonna love this one. It's summer and time for the fresh tastes of grilling out. Now imagine getting those burgers prepared for you and knowing they are award-winning.
In celebration of summer Park Grill is hosting Burger Fest 2009 this week through Sunday. Here is a quick list of the burgers available:
To read more about this delectable feast, click here.
NAPERVILLE
This past weekend the first wave of Charlie Troop returned home after a year serving in Afghanistan. Sixteen members of 106th Cavalry, 2nd Squadron were greeted to cheers and shouts of joy as they arrived.
After a brief ceremony with Brig. Gen. Robert Pratt, the troops were dismissed. One former Marine, Jeanne Molaty-Uhr, greeted her sone thankful to no longer be his secretary from abroad.
To read more, click here.
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