Little Dead Riding Hood premieres this weekend from Andersonville's own Chicago Tap Theatre! Photo by Josh Hawkins
It is hard to believe that May is almost over and June starts Monday. And you know what that means in Andersonville – Midsommarfest is just two weeks away, and the Farmer’s Market is only 3-1/2 weeks from opening night! So kick off your summer on a weekend that might actually feel like summer in Andersonville.
Now that is seems like it may stay on the warm side weather-wise, it is time for Andersonville lovers everywhere to turn their attention to the official kickoff of the summer festival season – Midsommarfest! This year’s festival takes place on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday June 14 from 11:00 am – 10:00 pm both days and promises to once again be (in our humble opinion) the best party in the city. We will have delicious food, great vendors, cold beer and 4 stages of music for your carefree dancing pleasure. The line up on all 4 stages is now final – see it after the jump!
St. Lucia Festival of Lights
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (ACC) was founded on October 22, 1921 as the “Uptown Chicago Clark Street Business Men’s Association.” In 1936, the name was changed to the “Uptown Chicago Clark Street Business Association” (one hopes, upon the request of some annoyed business women!). In 1964, the name was changed to the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, to reflect the community’s dedication to its Swedish roots.
ACC is the membership association of businesses in and around Andersonville. Members pay yearly dues to participate in ACC programs. ACC is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization — an association. From the beginning through today, ACC has focused on supporting the locally owned, independent businesses that make Andersonville unique.
Raising the Maypole at Midsommarfest
The trio of forces behind Midsommarfest, eco-Andersonville, and other Andersonville goings-on.
If you’ve ever wondered where your Midsommarfest beer money goes or how flowers mysteriously get into the planters along Clark Street, this week’s blog postings are for you. Mysteries revealed.
