Tag: Chicago

Posted on 09/13/2024
Keep The Light Shining All Through Fall
It’s not winter yet, but the early fall days are already getting shorter, and sometimes it feels like the summer sunshine is passing by faster than our last vacation. And the cold is not far behind. In fact, the average first date the thermometer hits freezing near Lake Michigan in fall is Oct. 14! So, when it comes...
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Posted on 09/11/2024
Here is something to do before your summer officially ends
The kids may be back in school, our tans may be fading, and the leaves may be starting to turn, but summer isn’t over just yet. The first official day of fall is Sept. 22, and even then, all hope of outdoor fun isn’t over in the Midwest. Anyone who’s lived here for any length of time knows...
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Posted on 08/30/2024
New to the Area? Back To School Means Getting Acquainted.
Back-to-school is an exciting time for families with school-aged children, but it’s not without some anxiety. Parents hustle to adapt routines, fill out paperwork and buy a seemingly endless list of school supplies, and kids nervously anticipate how they’ll fit in with new teachers, friends and classes. The transition can present additional challenges when families have recently moved...
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Posted on 08/27/2024
A Guide to Chicago Architecture
In Chicago, there are dozens of different types of residential buildings. The city features many of the same types of homes again and again, in neighborhoods from Lawndale to Rogers Park and to the reaches of the Far West Side. Here are four distinctive urban home styles that help give city residential buildings an only-in-Chicago feel. Chicago Greystone...
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Posted on 08/21/2024
10 Things About Living in Ukrainian Village
Ukrainian Village’s story began with the arrival of Ukrainian immigrants in Chicago between 1880 and 1900. Today, the neighborhood retains much of its rich history while blending trendy restaurants, bars, galleries and shops; diverse cultural attractions; and a wide range of homes, condominiums and apartments in varying styles and price points. Although it boasts a slightly more residential...
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Posted on 07/30/2024
Streeterville in Downtown Chicago
Yesterday we showed a condominium in downtown Chicago. Specifically in the Streeterville neighborhood. The area was named after George Wellington Streeter. The story is that he crashed his boat into a sand bar, and instead of moving it, he decided to stay put and claim the sand bar and the land around it as his "United States District...
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Posted on 06/28/2024
Marie's Pizza in Chicago
Marie's Pizza is a restaurant, bar and liquor store. This family owned and operated restaurant has served up thin crust pizza since 1950. They also have other Italian dishes and live music on the weekends. Originally opening in 1940 as a tavern and packaged goods store. In 1950, they started making thin-crust pizza. It is a retro looking...
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Posted on 06/21/2024
Loop Living: What You Need to Know about Chicago’s Downtown
The Loop is the heart of Chicago. Though it has faced challenges in recent years, the City of Chicago is committed to investing in its success, and recent signs point to a bright future. The area also boasts many permanent characteristics that promise to keep the Loop a vibrant, dynamic place to live. For buyers and sellers, there...
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Posted on 06/12/2024
Fulton Market District
The Fulton Market began around 1850 as a wholesale produce and meat packing outlet. Once home to dozens of meat packing companies including the biggest names in the industry like: Armour, Swift and Morris. Today the former warehouse district of Fulton Market is now home to loft style condominiums, corporate headquarters, upscale restaurants, and boutique hotels. There are...
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Posted on 06/11/2024
The Original Schwinn Bicycle Factory in Chicago
On the northwest corner of Lake Street & Peoria Street is a six story building that was built in the 1880's. This building has alot of history. In fact it was home to the original Schwinn bicycle factory. Most recently it was known for the Lake Street Lofts. Renters had great views of the city and a rooftop...
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Posted on 06/07/2024
Margie's Candies in Chicago
On the corner of Armitage & Western Ave. in the Bucktown neighborhood is the original Margie's Candies Shop. Margie's opened this location in 1921. For 103 years they have been making their homemade candy, chocolates, and serving Ice Cream in their iconic Ice Cream Parlor. It is still family owned by the Poulos family and they have passed...
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Posted on 06/01/2024
Bari Foods
Located at 1120 W. Grand Ave., in the River West area is Bari foods. A great little old fashioned ma & pop store that sells pastas, olive oil, salamis, cheese, and much more. They have a small butcher shop and a deli counter. You can order a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups and more. Bari opened in 1973....
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