Rogers Park Business Alliance

08/25/2026

🎨 Arts on Devon is almost here!

Sandi stopped by ABC7 7 to give viewers a preview of Arts on Devon, our annual celebration of the music, art, culture and incredible diversity of Devon Avenue.

Join us this Sun, Aug 30 from 3 - 8 p.m. at the Republic Bank parking lot, 2720 W. Devon Ave. for an afternoon filled with live performances, visual art, cultural traditions and, of course, plenty of reasons to grab a bite along Devon.

🎶 Music & performances
🎨 Art & creativity
🌎 Culture & community
🍴 Devon Avenue flavors

Best of all, it's free!

Watch Sandi's ABC 7 segment below, then come experience Arts On Devon for yourself this Sunday!

Sandi Price, executive director of the Rogers Park Business Alliance, joined ABC7 to discuss.

08/25/2026

Lifeline Theatre Presents Wrinkle In Time

Previews: Fri - Sun Sep 11, 12, 13
Opens: Mon, Sep 14

Ever since her father vanished under mysterious circumstances, Meg Murray’s life has been spiraling out of control.

But one dark and stormy night, Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which appear with a promise to help rescue him from the monstrous darkness that threatens the universe.

Join Meg, her brother Charles Wallace, their pal Calvin, and a host of extraterrestrial friends and foes as they journey into the heart of a terrible evil in the hope of reuniting a fragmented family.

08/24/2026

💙 A Rogers Park icon has been immortalized.

The late Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola University Chicago’s beloved chaplain and one of the university’s most recognizable figures, has been honored with a new bronze statue on campus.

For generations of students, athletes, alumni and neighbors, Sister Jean represented kindness, connection and an unwavering belief in the people around her. It’s wonderful to see her legacy celebrated right here in Rogers Park.

Read more about the tribute and the woman behind the legend below. 💗

Members of the Loyola community gathered to unveil a new statue honoring the life and legacy of Sister Jean, who died last year at 106.

08/21/2026

Chalk Howard Street is TOMORROW! See Chicago’s only 3D chalk art festival transform Howard Street into an outdoor gallery.

Sat., Aug. 22 | 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Howard St. between Paulina & Ashland
FREE admission

Email from Rogers Park Business Alliance Chicago’s only 3D chalk art festival is tomorrow. Come see Howard Street transformed into an outdoor gallery.   CHALK HOWARD STREET FESTIVAL IS TOMORROW!   Sat

08/21/2026

🎨 We’re getting ready for Chalk Howard Street!

We visited WGN TV to chat about Chicago’s only chalk art festival, happening tomorrow on Howard St. From incredible 3D artwork to local chalk artists, there’s plenty to see, experience and enjoy throughout the festival.

Sat, Aug 22 | 11 a.m.–7 p.m. | Howard St., east of the Red Line between Paulina St. and Ashland Ave. 🎟️ FREE admission

Watch the WGN segment featuring artist, Yosmer Urrieta, then come see the artwork come to life in person!

See you tomorrow on Howard! 🎨

Howard Street - Jarvis Square Chicago

This Saturday, Chalk Howard Street is inviting street artists, neighbors, and art lovers to transform the street into a creative canvas. The family-friendly festival in Rogers Park will highlight t…

08/19/2026

🎨 Chalk Howard Street is making its way to TV!

Our talented Chalk Howard Street artists Andrew Rose Vickers and John Buggs recently joined Matthew Rodrigues at NBC Chicago to talk about the art, creativity and inspiration behind the festival. They even brought the chalk with them, creating incredible pieces outside the studio!

Check out a clip from their interview and get a sneak peek at the artists who will be transforming Howard Street into an outdoor gallery this Saturday.

Sat, Aug 22 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at Howard St. between Paulina St. and Ashland Ave. FREE admission

Come see these incredible artists in action, explore local vendors, enjoy DJs and food, and experience Chicago’s only 3D chalk art festival!

Want to create your own chalk masterpiece? $25 chalk squares are still available, with chalk included.

🔗 Learn more at www.chalkhowardstreet.com.

08/19/2026

Check out what's going on in Rogers Park this weekend!🌻

Email from Rogers Park Business Alliance From music and festivals to family fun, see what’s happening this week in our community. View in browser RP Community & Visitors Guide Membership Information S

08/18/2026

💛 This is what community care looks like.

Smack Dab Chicago recently brought its team and volunteers together for a Day of Service, packing nearly 500 pounds of food for the Rogers Park community. The food included rice, beans, lentils, fresh chicken and vegetables, which were delivered to a nearby Love Fridge for neighbors to take home and turn into meals.

What we especially love about this effort is the thought behind it. Instead of providing just one meal, Smack Dab recognized that giving people ingredients allows them to decide what works best for their own households.

This is just one more example of how Smack Dab continues to show up for Rogers Park, proving that being a neighborhood business can mean so much more than serving great food.

We love having a businesses like Smack Dab in our community. 💗

You can read the full article at, www.tinyurl.com/Smack-RogersPark.

08/17/2026

🎨 Arts on Devon is back!

Spend an afternoon celebrating the sounds, sights, flavors and creativity that make Devon Avenue such a vibrant part of West Ridge.

From traditional dance and live music to emerging artists and visual art, Arts on Devon brings together the many cultures and creative talents that make our neighborhood unique. And, of course, there will be plenty of delicious food from Devon Avenue’s incredible international restaurants.

Sun, Aug 30 from 3 – 8 p.m. at Republic Bank Parking Lot, 2720 W. Devon Ave.

Best of all? It’s free!

Join us and On Devon for an evening of art, culture, music and community. Bring your friends, bring your appetite and come experience Arts on Devon!

Arts on Devon is a vibrant community event where the sounds, sights and flavors of Devon come to life in West Ridge taking place Sunday, August 30, 2026 from 3-8 p.m. in Chicago.