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Mural movement spreading messages of inclusion throughout West Loop
A West Loop initiative is educating youth and adults in the arts and utilizing their talents to spread positive messages for the whole community to notice.
West Loop nonprofit helps emerging artists find F.A.M.E.
Many young Chicago artists and performers who dedicate themselves to entertaining crowds with amazing talent often face financial setbacks and a lack of available educational resources that limits their potential from shining on stage.
Workforce group to hold digital literacy workshop
The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is hosting a free two-hour workshop on digital literacy at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 at the Chicago Housing Authority Central Office located on the ninth floor at 60 E. Van Buren.
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Students in West Loop show support for Wuhan, China
Students at the Intercultural Montessori Language School are mastering a song so that they can send their love – literally – to Wuhan, China as inspiration for those impacted by the coronavirus.
Open Books to hold Reading Buddies volunteer training
Open Books is holding a volunteer training session for its Reading Buddies program on March 6 at its West Loop location at 651 W. Lake Street.
Fulton Market Association provides 'economic-development services' to West Loop businesses, residents
As a certified nonprofit economic development center, the Fulton Market Association is committed to serving businesses, property owners, residents, social services and schools throughout the West Loop.
West Loop Residents Association invites dialogue about neighborhood development
The West Loop Residents Association prides itself on having a voice in the ongoing renewal development of its community.
NOWL keeps community members in the loop
The Neighbors of West Loop (NOWL) is a thriving community organization committed to serving the people of its thriving community.
NEXT/NOW: Doubles Down on West Loop After Doubling in Size
By Press release submission Feb 19, 2020
Since outgrowing their current space, creative technology agency, NEXT/NOW, has recommitted to its West Loop presence by signing a new lease for double the office space.
West Loop Writers Group meets Thursday
The West Loop Writer’s Group is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Chicago Public Library's West Loop branch.
Books on tap at Lagunitas Brewing Co.
The Taproom at Lagunitas Brewing Company is hosting its next Open Books gathering on Feb. 25, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Montessori Academy hosting Admissions Coffee Chat
The Montessori Academy of Chicago is hosting an Admissions Coffee Chat for families interested in learning more about its programs at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb.18.
West Loop is home to a funky central hub for literacy efforts
The literacy stats for Chicago are dire: According to the Chicago Literacy Alliance (CLA), 30 percent of the population has low basic literacy skills, 39% of public school children read below their grade levels, and 61% of low-income homes have no children’s books in them.
W.P. Carey plans major development on West Loop block
New York-based real estate investment trust (REIT) W.P. Carey has secured a vacant lot next to its Ogilvie Transportation Center location and is planning a massive addition to its present seven-story loft space.
Aspen Dental signs 14-year lease for eight floors in Thor Equities tower
DeWitt, New York-based Aspen Dental has found a 200,000-square-foot home in the new, 19-story Thor Equities tower in the West Loop.
Facebook posts provide some clarity on who wants what, and why, in the West Loop
The vast differences between community trusts, Special Service Areas (SSAs) and unelected neighborhood groups were properly distinguished in two recent Facebook posts by West Loop resident Moshe Tamssot.
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Community meeting slated for West Loop cannabis dispensary
Chicago 27th Ward Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. is partnering with the West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) to host a community meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to discuss a proposed cannabis dispensary at 935 W. Randolph St.
West Loop businesses, residents welcome new parking ordinances
New parking meters and residential permit parking ordinances were added all around the West Loop area after being approved last month by the City of Chicago.
Drafted Neighborhood Plan aspires to correct many West Loop issues
An initiative created by the Neighbors of West Loop community organization that aims to improve West Loop’s overall living conditions has been in draft form since being first written in 2016.
A rise of hotels have been added or are expected to open across West Loop
West Loop used to be an area with nearly no hotels for travelers to check into and relax during their stay in Chicago. By the end of 2019, it seems as though project developers have seen the potential success for the hotel industry in the city to flourish, as many new proposed projects include hotels or hotel components.