Uptown United
Lunar New Year Parades Return To Chicago This Weekend With Added Police After California Mass Shooting
Police say there are no known threats, but the department and event organizers are taking more precautions following a mass shooting that killed 11 people outside Los Angeles on Lunar New Year's Eve.
An Uptown Retail Strip Is Primed For Development. New Study Asks Neighbors What They Want There
Uptown's chamber of commerce is commissioning a study into what could come to a prominent Wilson Avenue corner.
Aragon Ballroom To Turn Into Casino For Uptown Chamber Fundraiser
The casino will have poker, blackjack, roulette and craps on the Aragon Ballroom dance floor.
Uptown’s Clifton Avenue Gets Decorative String Lighting, The First Allowed Over A Public Street In Chicago
The decorative lighting hangs over the Clifton Avenue Art Gallery near the Wilson Red Line stop.
Black Residents Were Once Forced Onto 1 Uptown Block. A New Garden Will Honor That ‘Winthrop Family’
In Uptown's early days, white residents forced Black families onto one block in the neighborhood. Their story is being honored through a redeveloped community garden.
Argyle Night Market Returns To Uptown After 2-Year COVID Hiatus
The popular street festival returns July 7 after turning into a series of musical performances last year and a do-it-yourself fest in 2020.
Uptown’s Lunar New Year Parade Returns Next Month After Skipping Last Year Due To COVID
The parade will return to the neighborhood this year after going virtual in 2021 due to the pandemic.
Uptown’s Argyle Street Gets 10 Igloos To Help Businesses Provide Outdoor Dining This Winter
The igloos are aimed at helping Argyle businesses attract customers during yet another pandemic winter, the chamber of commerce said.
Uptown’s Winter Walk On Wilson Returns Friday With Holiday Pop-Up Market, Live Music
The seventh annual winter walk returns to an in-person event Friday after missing last year due to COVID-19.
Chicago Alfresco Program Debuts In Uptown Just As Outdoor Dining Season Comes To A Close
Some business groups have been frustrated with the pace of the program's rollout, but each space can remain for up to three years, a city spokesman said. Several are still on track to make their debut this year.
Argyle Night Music Debuts Today As Market Skips Second Straight Year
Performances and outdoor dining will take over Argyle Street on Thursdays through September.
Uptown Art Week Will Bring 40 Works Of Public Art To Neighborhood Starting Friday
After the success of Uptown Art Weekend last year, the event has been expanded to Uptown Art Week. There will be more events and murals.
Devon Potluck Plazas And Argyle Installations: Outdoor Spaces Coming To Uptown, Rogers Park And West Ridge This Summer
New outdoor dining and events spaces will come to Glenwood Avenue, Argyle Street, Jarvis Avenue and Devon Avenue as part of the city's Chicago Alfresco program.
Uptown’s Asia On Argyle District Is Suffering Due To Pandemic, Racism. ‘Celebrate Argyle’ Aims To Give Vibrant Businesses A Boost
"There's been an increase in anti-Asian hate during this pandemic, and we've felt the impact of this hate," said one of Celebrate Argyle's founders. "We want to get people to come out and experience Argyle. We want people to chose hope and love over fear and hate."
Think You Know Uptown? Test Your Neighborhood Knowledge At Trivia Night
Uptown's Chamber of Commerce will host a neighborhood-themed trivia night Thursday.
Uptown’s Wilson Winter Walk Turns Into DIY Event With Cash Prizes For Shopping Local
Wilson Avenue will still be decked out in holiday decorations, but no in-person events will take place.
‘Uptown Gems’ Virtual Tour And Fundraiser Will Showcase Unique Neighborhood Spots
The virtual fundraiser is replacing the Uptown casino night, which was canceled due to coronavirus.
Uptown Merch Line Raising Money To Help Businesses Struggling Through Pandemic
Uptown-branded shirts, hats and coffee mugs are available through the local business association.
‘R’ Is For Riviera: Uptown Mural Honors Neighborhood’s Historic Marquees, Letter By Letter
The mural's lettering recalls Uptown landmarks like the Green Mill, the Uptown Theatre and the Riviera Theatre.
New Uptown Mural Celebrates Montrose Beach Bird Sanctuary
The mural features two Nelson's sparrows and is meant to inspire a love for public lands.
