Member Spotlights & Neighborhood News
Ghostlight Ensemble
Ghostlight Ensemble specializes in immersive theater experiences, performing shows in site-specific and non-traditional spaces. The company has 14 ensemble members and performs a variety of shows including full length plays, children’s productions, and live readings.
St Matthias School
St. Matthias School has been a beacon of Catholic education for scholars in the City of Chicago for over 130 years. Since its inception, St. Matthias School has had a vast and rich tradition of faith marked by academic excellence. Topped recently by our International Baccalaureate Programme designation in 2020, we are the first and only wall to wall Catholic International Baccalaureate School in the state of Illinois.
Back 2 School Illinois
The first year that Back 2 School Illinois (B2SI) sent out school supply kits, they helped 175 kids. Since then, they’ve distributed over 300,000 kits to students in need! With a mission to create and support educational opportunities that enrich the lives of Illinois children, B2SI provides an amazing service for students, their families and teachers.
Toni’s Hair Salon & Spa
If you’re in the market for a new stylist, look no further than Toni’s Hair Salon & Spa. Located at 2233 W Irving Park, Toni’s has been located in and around the neighborhood for 34 years.
Pilgrim Lutheran School
Pilgrim Lutheran School recently celebrated 100 years of offering “Academic Excellence with a Heart” right here in Northcenter. With small class sizes and a low student to teacher ratio, each of their approximately 150 students is guaranteed individual attention and opportunities to help them learn in the best way possible.
Botanical Café
Are you hunting for the perfect zen-like space to work during the day? Look no further than Botanical Café, a shop on Lincoln Ave. that pairs local coffee and sandwiches with a side of house plants.
embellish chicago
embellish chicago is your Northcenter neighborhood boutique, full of unique gifts that are sure to please everyone in your life. Opened 13 years ago, embellish’s selection is curated by owner Carrie, who talked us through her favorite products and makers this season.
L&M Fine Foods
Have you shopped in L&M Fine Foods yet? This consciously-curated grocer is on a mission to help you remember to buy the good stuff, because when you buy a well made small batch product you taste what it’s supposed to be like and remember exactly why you love it.
Bojitt Studio
Located on Ravenswood Ave near Grace St, Bojitt Studio opened in December 2021. Bojitt Studio is a bright and warm space, made especially inviting with owner Bojana Ilic’s vibrant and colorful artwork featured throughout. Visitors can shop in person and also attend art workshops led by Bojana.