Black Bear Academy has been a North Center fixture since 2003. What began as a small, founder-led preschool has evolved into a comprehensive full-day school, therapy clinic, and evaluation practice for children from 18 months through 1st grade—all operating as one unified team under a single roof.

NPES Students Make a Big Impact with Penny Wars and Share the Love Food Drive

Zneimer & Zneimer PC is a Chicago-based law firm that provides legal services in personal injury and immigration law, helping clients navigate complex legal challenges. We interviewed Sofia Zneimer, a Zneimer & Zneimer PC partner and attorney, to learn more about the law firm.

Lillstreet Art Center is an art school, gallery, and artist studio space that offers classes, workshops, birthday parties, and more to adults and kids. DePaul Prep student Ivy Frater sat down with Director of Student Services Tikal Rivera to talk about Lillstreet. 

North Park Elementary School proudly celebrated the grand opening of its high-tech Innovation Lab on September 6. Equipped with 3-D printers, drones, a laser engraver, sewing machines, and an updated robotics center, the Innovation Lab is a hub for creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

Pilgrim Lutheran School offers a dynamic educational setting where students excel academically, spiritually, and socially. Northcenter Chamber staff met with John Murphy, the principal of Pilgrim Lutheran, to learn more about the school, its programs, and what sets it apart from other options on the north side of Chicago.

The Love U Collective is a self care brand that merges skincare with chakras and aromatherapy. It was founded in 2021 by two sisters, Olivia and Jamie. You can purchase their products online, at The Eco Flamingo, and at various craft fairs around the city.

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 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.