Ravenswood Neighbors Association

06/04/2026

Thanks for the write-up, Block Club Chicago! Remember, if you can't participate during the event on Saturday, you can still bring items to our community drop-off site at Chicago Northside, 1900 W Leland, today (Thursday) from 4pm-8pm or tomorrow (Friday) from noon to 6pm.

A full map will be updated on our website by tomorrow: https://myravenswoodneighbors.org/front-yard-free-cycle/

The event drew over 1,000 attendees last year. It is Saturday throughout the neighborhood alongside the Ravenswood Sidewalk Sale.

06/02/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR Ravenswood Front Yard Free-cycle — do so by midnight TONIGHT!

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevqQbsl4hKK-GmnNAsZGhqSnA75KC97pLsY556s7PtoocLrA/viewform

So far, more than 200 homes are registered! Can’t participate day of the event? We’re once again partnering with Chicago Northside Church of the Nazarene so you can drop off items before the event! Bring items to the church, located at 1900 W Leland, Thursday, June 4 (4pm-8pm) or Friday, June 5 (12pm-6pm).

06/01/2026

Our events aren't possible without volunteers, and we still need some help this Saturday for Front Yard Free-cycle! Can you spare a couple of hours during the times below? We can especially use extra help to support our Community Drop-off Site at Northside Church of the Nazarene!

-Friday, June 5 - 4pm-6pm - Drop-off Site Support
-Saturday, June 6 - 8am-9am - Drop-off Site Support
-Saturday, June 6 - 1pm-5:30pm - RNA Info Tent
-Saturday, June 6 - 3pm-5pm - Drop-off Site Support

Sign up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0B45A9AB28A0FFC16-64028039-ravenswood?useFullSite=false

Please email us at [email protected] with any questions.

05/30/2026

Join us to discuss the results of our recent community survey and recommendations for the update to our 2019 Development Framework Plan. We'll present findings from 6-7:30pm Wednesday, June 10 in the All Saints Parish Hall, 1757 W Wilson. Pizza will be provided!

The plan update will help guide RNA’s Planning & Development committee on zoning and licensing issues, update neighborhood demographics and housing characteristics, and provide insight into what neighbors want to see in Ravenswood.

Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmfUvqDela83NLsD5DMPd-jz72NYhKogs1FpdzXj5p_xGH7Q/viewform

05/27/2026

More than 150 homes have registered for the Ravenswood Front Yard Free-cycle on June 6! Make sure to register before the deadline at 11:59pm next Tuesday, June 2.

Register here: forms.gle/MiJxWbXWxrgPq8h28

We still need volunteers to support the community drop-off location the day of the event and leading up to the event. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A9AB28A0FFC16-64028039-ravenswood #/

05/23/2026

Volunteers Needed! Support Ravenswood & Give Back to the Neighborhood!

The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers for two of Ravenswood’s biggest annual events:

🍺 Ravenswood On Tap
• July 18–19, 2026
A two-day celebration of Malt Row featuring craft beer, live music, local food, and great community vibes.

https://ravenswoodchicago.org/volunteers-at-ravenswood-on-tap-get-drink-tickets-party-invites-more/

🎨 Ravenswood ArtWalk
• September 12–13, 2026
Explore one of Chicago’s most vibrant creative districts with open studios, galleries, 75+ artists, food, drinks, and family-friendly activities.

https://ravenswoodchicago.org/signature-events/ravenswood-artwalk/

IMPORTANT: Help raise funds for Ravenswood Neighborhood Association with both events.

When signing up, select Ravenswood Neighbors Association (RNA) as the organization you’re volunteering with. Every volunteer shift helps generate funding that supports neighborhood beautification projects, community events, and local initiatives throughout Ravenswood.

Volunteer perks include:
✔️ Festival t-shirt
✔️ Drink ticket(s)
✔️ Volunteer orientation
✔️ Invitation to the Malt Row Volunteer Appreciation Party

Whether you’re pouring beer, greeting guests, assisting artists, checking IDs, or helping behind the scenes, it’s a fun way to meet neighbors and support our community.

Grab a friend, sign up for a shift, and help showcase what makes Ravenswood such a special place to live, work, and play!

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05/20/2026

RNA is celebrating the return of the Ravenswood Community Farmers Market in two weeks! Opening day is Wednesday, June 3 from 3:30pm-7:30pm in the church parking lot at 4900 N Damen. We will be tabling during the event, so stop by our tent to learn about our upcoming events and ways to get involved, and donate to RNA for our awesome Raven T-shirts ($25, $20 for youth sizes, $10 for RNA members).

Come visit some of your old favorites like Patyk Farms, Tamales Express, Hilary's Cookies, Irene's, and Fruit Cellar! There are some amazing new additions this year, including Cafe Tola, Bartleby's Ice Cream, Cafe Nabala, and the return of Laimoon.

Don't feel like cooking and cleaning on a Wednesday? The market has lots of ready to eat food to enjoy on site while listening to live music by Bryan Harrell. Bring the kids to enjoy the bouncy house and lots of activities to keep them busy.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/3344703202357396/

05/19/2026

Mayfestiversary returns to Ravenswood this Memorial Day Weekend — and it’s bigger than ever! 🎶☀️🍻

Join your friendly neighborhood breweries, Begyle Brewing and Dovetail Brewery, for a spring celebration of community, craft beer, food, music, and the official kickoff to Chicago’s favorite season!

This year’s celebration is extra special as Dovetail Brewery celebrates their 10th Anniversary!

📅 Saturday, May 23 • 11am–10pm
📅 Sunday, May 24 • 11am–9pm

📍 Between Begyle & Dovetail
1800 W Cuyler Ave
At Ravenswood & Belle Plaine Ave
Ravenswood Corridor • Chicago

Bring the family, gather your friends, and spend the weekend enjoying live music, local food, craft brews, neighborhood vibes, and one of the most beloved community celebrations on the North Side.

Admission is FREE, with a suggested $5 donation benefiting The Friendship Center — helping provide meals and grocery assistance to neighbors facing hunger across Chicago’s North Side. Since 2018, festival donations have helped provide the equivalent of more than 3.3 MILLION meals, and this year’s goal is to help reach 4 MILLION meals donated! ❤️

Come celebrate community, support local, and toast to summer in Ravenswood!

05/17/2026

FRONT YARD FREE-CYCLE IS JUNE 6! Get details on registration, volunteering, the community drop-off site, and the Sidewalk Sale below.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
https://myravenswoodneighbors.org/front-yard-free-cycle/

REGISTER: To register your home for the event, please fill out our form here: forms.gle/MiJxWbXWxrgPq8h28

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Help us make the event a success! We need help at the community drop-off site Thursday and Friday before the event, and at the drop-off site and RNA info tent on Saturday during the event. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A9AB28A0FFC16-64028039-ravenswood #/

COMMUNITY DROP-OFF: Can’t participate day of the event? We’re once again partnering with Chicago Northside so you can drop off items before the event! Bring items to the church, located at 1900 W Leland, Thursday, June 4 (4pm-8pm) or Friday, June 5 (12pm-6pm).

AFTER THE EVENT: Have items left over? Post them in the Ravenswood Free Box group on Facebook or donate to a local group of your choice.

NEW THIS YEAR: We’ve partnered with Cradles to Crayons Chicago, a nonprofit that provides children (birth–age 12) living in low-income or homeless situations with essential items like clothing, shoes, diapers, and school supplies free of charge so they can thrive at home, at school, and at play. A donation collection for Cradles to Crayons will be available at 1620 W Sunnyside for accepted items. Drop off Saturday, June 6 (3pm-7pm) and Sunday, June 7 (9am-5pm).

EVENT MAP: To access the interactive Google Map (map will be updated twice weekly until the registration deadline of Tuesday, June 2nd), click here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?ll=41.96301617001373%2C-87.67491759999999&z=16&mid=1vYvh683YmlSevmkXFzaMSWB2M30o-YM

RAVENSWOOD SIDEWALK SALE: The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is organizing the third annual Ravenswood Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, June 6th, the same day as Free-cycle! Stop by RNA’s info table outside of Hazel at 1835 W Montrose. Raven T-shirts available for a donation to RNA! ($25 non-member, $20 child, $10 for RNA members). Enjoy open air shopping, one-of-a-kind merchandise, and amazing specials along Montrose, Damen, Lawrence, and Ravenswood avenues while you browse the residential streets for free finds. See participating businesses.

05/16/2026

Happening tonight!