It’s been a few weeks since our last West Loop news roundup, so this one is a bit longer than some others we’ve had. For more frequent updates from us, be sure to sign up for our newsletter using the form at the top of the website. West Loop Volunteer...
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West Loop Volunteer Opportunities for Earth Day Chicago 2014
On Saturday, April 26 starting at 9am, several West Loop parks will be holding volunteer events as part of the Earth Day Chicago initiative: The Skinner Park Earth Day 2014 event will include several activities, including cleaning the playground, tree mulching and garden prepping. The event runs from 9am-2pm, and...
West Loop News Roundup: April 4, 2014
It was a busy week in the world of West Loop development, as the City presented its plans for the Randolph Fulton Market District. As always, for more robust updates, be sure to sign up for our newsletter at the very top of our website. (You’ll need to scroll all the...
West Loop News: Fulton Randolph Market District Plan Presentation (April 1, 2014)
On Tuesday, the Chicago Department of Planning Development (DPD) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) presented their latest thinking on Chicago’s Randolph Fulton Market District. (Read full event recaps here from DNAinfo Chicago and Crain’s Chicago Business.) The deck included some rough recommendations and guidelines on: – zoning and land use – building design...
West Loop News Roundup: March 28, 2014
Here’s a selection of West Loop news headlines from the past week. For more frequent updates, be sure to sign up for our newsletter above! Fulton/Randolph Market District Planning Meeting on April 1 (Neighbors of West Loop) Pair sought in West Loop, Lincoln Square robberies (Chicago Tribune) Chicago Riverwalk Moving Forward...
West Loop News Roundup: March 21, 2014
And now, for some West Loop news items from this past week. If you’d like to receive this and much more, be sure to sign up for our newsletter using the form at the top of the page! You can also follow us on Facebook or Twitter. West Loop News:...
Seven West Loop restaurants and chefs named James Beard Award finalists
It’s been a busy year – and day – in West Loop restaurant news. Earlier today, the James Beard Award Finalists were announced at famed West Loop restaurant The Publican and livestreamed on the web. The finalist list includes seven West Loop restaurants, chefs, entrepreneurs, and design firms, not to mention three of the four...
Neighbors of West Loop sponsoring the Childcare and School Fair on May 17
Picking a childcare provider or school for children can be daunting for Chicago parents, considering how many choices are available. Then there’s the abundance of information on facilities, personnel and educational philosophies. That said, we’re pleased to announce Neighbors of West Loop as the Premier Sponsor of the inaugural West Loop...
West Loop News: Randolph Fulton Market District Planning Meeting on April 1
On April 1, from 6-8pm at Venue One (1044 W. Randolph St.), the Chicago Department of Planning and Development will be presenting some initial thoughts and ideas around some new Randolph Fulton Market District plans. As the plan is still in its early stages, the DPD is looking for community input...
West Loop News Roundup: March 14, 2014
To close out your week, here are some West Loop news highlights from this week. For this, and much more, be sure to sign up for the Neighbors of West Loop newsletter above. Be sure to have a safe and happy St. Patrick’s Day! Neighbors of West Loop event recap:...