CALL FOR WALLS: Help Bring New Public Art to the Community


Since 2017, the Lakeview Public Art Committee has worked to identify innovative artists and secure funding to support the display of public works of art in highly-visible locations. For every new mural we bring to the community, there are countless hours spent reaching out to property owners getting permission to install a mural on their building walls. Over 16 murals and exhibits have been installed to date, and now, we need your help.

The Lakeview Public Art Committee is calling on all landlords, tenants, neighborhood groups and business owners to submit ideas for highly-visible walls to host new pieces of public art in 2022 and beyond. If you own a building or know someone who owns a building in Lakeview or Roscoe Village that would like to feature a new mural, please get in touch with Nicole McLellan at Nicole@lrvcc.org or call 773 472 7171 x102 to provide more details and discuss feasibility of a new piece of public art. 
For more information on the Lakeview Public Art Committee and public art in our communities, visit www.lakeviewroscoevillage.org/public-art-program or contact Nicole@lrvcc.org with any questions.

SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant Application Now Open

Do you want to bring an event to Lakeview?

Apply for the SSA 27 Community Events & Placemaking Grant program where you can get up to $5,000 in funding and technical support for your event. Both individuals and organizations in and out of Lakeview are encouraged to apply.

Learn more and apply by Tuesday, March 1 at https://www.lakeviewssa27.com/community-event-grants

Now in its fifth year, this program is designed to support the development of more events and public programming for the Lakeview SSA 27 community, with the goal of creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike.

A Very Southport Corridor Christmas

It’s that time of year to dust off the ladders –  and hang the lights! A very Southport Corridor Christmas around the neighborhood this year. It’s great to see – especially after a long 20 months of the pandemic.

Southport’s Holiday Stroll details for Friday, December 3, 2021

The Southport Holiday Stroll & Cocktail Crawl on Friday, Dec. 3 from 5-9pm at businesses along Southport Avenue from Belmont to Irving Park Road!

Enjoy holiday shopping at local businesses, special discounts, carolers, Santa, holiday-themed cocktails and more festivities!

The Southport Holiday Stroll is free to attend, and you can purchase a ticket for the Cocktail Crawl to taste 10 holiday-themed cocktails along one of two routes while you enjoy the festivities of the stroll!

Find business discounts and learn more at https://www.lakeviewroscoevillage.org/southporthscc

Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce calendar of holiday festivities

The Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce has put out a calendar of holiday-themed activities that support local businesses.

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Trick or Treat Southport Avenue is today

From the Lakeview Chamber: 2021 LIST OF ACTIVITIES:

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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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Scenes from Sam Adam’s Lakeview Taco Fest, 2021

Did you partake in Southport Corridor’s Taco Fest this past year? Here are some pics of the 2021 festival along Southport Avenue.

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Lincoln Avenue Beer Stroll is back

The Halloween Beer Stroll will return to Lakeview October 23, 2021.

The Halloween Beer Stroll will return to Lakeview this year after being cancelled by the pandemic in 2020.

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Southport’s Annual Holiday Cocktail Crawl is Friday, December 3, 2021

Southport’s Holiday Stroll and Cocktail Crawl will be back for 2021, after being cancelled in 2020 due to Covid-19.

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Trick or Treat Southport 2021 is Monday, October 25

It’s Back!

From the Lakeview / Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce, the tradition is back after skipping 2020 due to Covid-19.

“Trick or Treat on Southport is a free annual community event featuring family-friendly activities, a pumpkin patch, pet parade and trick or treating at local businesses. Enjoy food trucks and a beverage tent featuring beer from Corridor Brewery.

All children under 12 and those who are unvaccinated will be required to wear a mask at this event.”

  • Monday, October 25, 2021
  • 4:00 PM  8:00 PM
  • Southport Ave from Roscoe to Grace – 3500 N. Southport Avenue
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Sam Adams Roscoe Village Burger Fest is this weekend

From The Lakeview/Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce,

“Fire up the grills for the Midwest’s best Patty Party! At least a dozen Chicago eateries will be partners in the tasty annual happening when Sam Adams Roscoe Village Burger Fest returns for a mouth-watering weekend this September.

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