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Tenants Sought for CTA's Rehabbed Spaces on Argyle Street
The Chicago Transit Authority is seeking commercial tenants for the ground floor spaces under/adjacent to the recently Argyle Street Red Line station.
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Uptown's Vietnamese Sandwich King Continues Expansion
Eater Chicago reports that Uptown-based Ba Le Bakery and Sandwiches will soon be adding a third location in downtown Chicago.
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Uptown United Encourages Appropriate Public Art at CTA Stations
Uptown United attended an October 22, 2012 hearing at the Chicago Transit Authority office to testify and present a letter advising selection of Lawrence and Argyle Red Line Station art i
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Maryville Site Redevelopment Guidelines Released
As part of a several month process of community discussion, interaction,and input, Uptown United has produced a summary document that outlines basic considerations for redevelopment of the so-called Maryville site in Uptown.
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Uptown Featured in Summer '12 Chicago REALTOR Magazine
The complete article can be read here.
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Land Use Society Visits Uptown
In mid-July a gathering of about 30 members of the Chicago area Ely Chapter of Lambda Alpha International (LAI) toured Uptown for their monthly networking gathering.
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Target Corp. Learns From Its Chicago-Based Stores
A May 31st article in Bloomberg's Businessweek mentions Target's urban Chicago stores and how Target is using lessons learned here to continue expansion into denser urban markets.
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Uptown a "Hot 'Hood for Real Estate"
Check out Time Out Chicago's excellent piece on why "it'll pay to put down roots in Sheridan Park," including our great walkable business community and redline revamp.
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Maryville Site Charette To Develop Community Guidelines
Development Partners is proud to partner with Alderman Cappleman's 46th Ward Planning and Zoning Committee to work to develop community guidelines for future development on the site of the former Maryville Hospital, at the corner of Montrose and C
Uptown United
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Ten Thousand Ripples Sculptures in Uptown
Uptown United is pleased to welcome 10 new tenants to the neighborhood over the next few months, 6 within the past few weeks. However, unlike conventional tenants, they are one area artist's sculptural interpretation of peace and the need for pea
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Cook County Commissioner Gainer Launches Health Needs Assessement
Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer (D-10th) has launched a full Health Needs Assessment of Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood.
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Chicago Cultural Plan 2012: Draft Plan Release and Town Hall Meetings in July
The City of Chicago is creating a new cultural plan that will chart a roadmap for Chicago’s cultural and economic growth and become the centerpiece for building Chicago’s reputation as a global destination for creativity, innovation and excellence
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Pride Month in Uptown a Hit!
This June -- and especially its last full weekend -- was a big time for Uptown's LGBT community.
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Uptown United Receives LISC "Corridors of Retail Excellence" Program Grant
Uptown United is proud to announce its partnership with the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and LISC-Chicago for a C
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Uptown United Connects Community with Employers at Job Fair
On April 13, Uptown United and Business Partners, in collaboration with a number of local institutions, brought together local employers and job seekers at this highly successful annual job fair.
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Get An Insider's Tour of Uptown with Open House Chicago
Uptown United is thrilled to help display Uptown's architectural treasures to the Chicago community as a partner in the Chicago Architecture Foundation's Open House Chicago 2012.
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Explore Argyle during Neighborhood Night February 1
Join Alderman Harry Osterman, Uptown Business Partners, the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce and the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce for NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS – a weekly event throughout February and March showcasing neighborhood businesses through p
SSA #34
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Tag Graffiti Removal Program Underway
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New LGBT Pride Parade Route Inspires "Uptown Proud" Campaign
Last fall brought the announcement that the Annual Pride Parade would begin at Broadway & Montrose in June, 2012 -- farther north than the Parade had stretched before.
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New Streetpole Banners Offer Up Holiday Spirit
The Holiday Season is upon us!
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Tag Graffiti Removal Pilot Successful
After a successful pilot program last year, Uptown SSA#34 will again provide tag graffiti removal within the SSA.
Community Partners
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C4 Chicago offers new round of Mental Health First Aid courses
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4 Chicago) is again offering courses in Mental Health First Aid throughout the summer.
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Weiss Farmers Market Opens Third Season with Link Access
Vanguard Weiss Memorial Hospital's wonderful farmer's market is back outside for the summer season, and shoppers can
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Community Partners Announces Economic Impact Collaboration
Community Partners is excited to announce a new collaboration with Center for Tax and Budget Accountability and the University of Chicago's Harris School of Public Policy and School of Social Service Admini
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Save The Date! Uptown Day of Service June 9
Community Partners looks forward to hosting our second annual Uptown Day of Service this summer.
Business Partners
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Chow Down at Windy City Ribfest in Uptown 2012
Finger lickin' slabs from some of the best local and national ribbers will be in the spotlight at this popular summer food/street fest that's celebrating its third year in Uptown in 2012. Even better?
