Shopping small on Southport Avenue

The news of Abercrombie & Fitch has been one of the biggest commenting events on our social media platforms, and one of the highest views on the blog. However, many of you have commented about chain stores taking over and that you would rather shop small. Here’s some of the favorite small businesses on Southport Avenue in Chicago. Which one is your favorite(s)?

Renovation and new name & mission plans for Athenaeum Theatre on Southport Avenue

Now called the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, the historic venue at 2936 N Southport Ave. is slated to undergo a series of renovations.
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This is what is coming to 3015 N. Southport Avenue

The Zoning Board of Appeals has approved variations for a residential development at 3015 N Southport Avenue in Lake View. Located along N. Southport Avenue, the site is an existing surface parking lot placed adjacent to a public alley.

The property is between W Wellington Avenue and W Nelson Street. CA Ventures is the developer behind the project.

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Are You Ready For the Return of Abercrombie & Fitch?

Abercrombie & Fitch is coming to 3551 N. Southport Avenue in Chicago

From Popsugar: “In a funny generational twist, millennial-favorite brand turned problematic fave Abercrombie & Fitch is trending on TikTok via influencerscurve models (we see you, Remi Bader!), and everyday shoppers.

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Abercrombie & Fitch Southport Corridor now hiring

Abercrombie & Fitch will be opening this winter

Abercrombie & Fitch is coming to 3551 N. Southport Avenue this winter and is now hiring.

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Abercrombie & Fitch coming to Chicago’s Southport Corridor

Rumors go back for years of Abercrombie & Fitch looking for space in the Southport Corridor.

Abercrombie & Fitch is coming to 3551 N. Southport Avenue, former location of Uncle Dan’s/Gearhead space. The company has been rumored in coming to Southport for years.

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Trick or Treat Southport details

Join the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce on October 25th from 4pm-8pm Trick or Treat on Southport!

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Guthries Tavern is back open!

Finally! Guthries Tavern is back open with new ownership after closing last summer due to Covid-19. From Guthries:

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Zip codes 60657, 60613 over 80% vaccinated (12+)

Currently as of October 5, 60657’s rate is 80.3% according to the City of Chicago’s Covid dashboard. 60613 is even higher at 82% with at least one does, 12+ in age. This would mean Lakeview is one of the most vaccinated areas in the entire country.

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These Southport Corridor businesses are now hiring

Looking for work in the neighborhood? Plenty of places are hiring, and here is a direct link to all the opportunities in and around the Southport Corridor. Details at this link.

2933 N. Southport Avenue condos listed

New condos are currently being built close to the Lincoln Hub, and the Penthouse prices have been revealed. A 3 BR is listed now at $1,125,000 with 1,325 sq. ft. on Redfin. See the details here.