Third Thursdays
On Grand Avenue
Introducing Third Thursdays — a neighborhood-wide summer celebration. Join us along Grand Ave as local businesses stay open late and bring the community together for an evening of shopping, bites, drinks, music, and discovery. Wander the neighborhood, enjoy special offerings, discover something new, and experience the energy of West Town all summer long.
June 18th, July 16th, and August 20th from 5PM-8PM
Participating Businesses & Organizations
We are bringing out our smoker to the patio on Wood St, enjoy Publican-style Barbecue on the patio like Chipotle-Kumquat Spare Ribs, Pork Belly Burnt Ends Sandwiches, Pub Burgers and more! Beer & Wine will be available.
Space 1858 will be offering pizza and a spritz from our neighbors down the street, Pizz’amici. Come check out our event space and brainstorm your next event!
The Center of Order and Experimentation/Martha Mae
Enjoy an intuitive tarot reading with Psychic Medium Mariah Guzman, offering thoughtful guidance and a chance to reconnect with your inner wisdom. Choose from a one-card tarot pull ($15) or a full spread reading ($30).
Mikono Frozen Greek Yogurt will also be popping up at TST! Chicago's first dedicated frozen Greek yogurt shop. Made fresh to order with real Greek yogurt and whole fruit, their cloud-like treats are naturally high in protein and inspired by Mediterranean and tropical flavors.
Stop by for an evening of insight, connection, and something sweet.
Stop by for wine and homemade sweet treats!
You will also see the showcased hand painted floral silk dupioni paintings by Hereaclitus. Hereaclitus' is Sonal's showroom assistant. We will also feature Raku Pottery vases by Chicago's own potter, Tim Cornell. Rave by Design, Chicago's own game designer Adam, will have his Four in a Row acrylic games available for you to play a match.
Friends of Friends is a neighborhood cocktail bar in Chicago’s West Town, housed in a historic former Schlitz tied-house. Built around the idea that great hospitality should feel welcoming rather than exclusive, the bar combines thoughtful cocktails, global spirits, and modern techniques with the warmth of a neighborhood gathering place. Since opening, Friends of Friends has earned national recognition while staying focused on creating a space where regulars, industry folks, and first-time guests can all feel equally at home.
TTB Dance & Fitness will be offering a free TTB Sculpt at 5 pm. New clients can book our 6 pm Dance Cardio class for $10. Book at throughthebody.com under the class schedule page. From 7-8 pm people can stop in to tour our studio, ask questions about our class offerings and enjoy a glass of wine.
Abbey Brown Soap Artisan, the Chicago Soap Company
Come visit us to see where we make our olive oil soap! We’ll be hosting demos all season long. Try our seasonal soaps, and we’ll share information about our classes and even sit in on our aroma workshop to learn about blending oils.
At Salvage One, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We honor craftsmanship,
reduce waste, and offer a venue that tells a meaningful story by reclaiming materials, vintage furniture, and architectural elements. From curated décor, and photo ops, every detail carries a piece of the past into the present.
Join us this summer as we participate in Third Thursdays — a celebration of community on
Grand Ave. Our three floors will be filled with inventory, including our own vintage clothing
collection from Bali and special pop-up vendors like Spaghetti Vintage, Hunky Dory Tin Types & Ambrotypes, as well as some light snacks and refreshments! There will also be vendors like Tacos Marios Food Truck, Little Curiosities, Anna Irving- One Line Portraits, and Sylvias Backroom.
let's play - it's summer!
I’m hosting Playful Portraits - 10 minute-ish sessions to celebrate hanging out with friends, family, or just yourself!
Simply Call (305) 393-1952 or email michelemariephoto@gmail.com to book something fun.
Studio has extended hours on these dates:
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June 18th --- 2-7pm
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July 16th --- 2-7pm
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August 20th --- 2-7pm
$35.00 session fee - 1 digital B&W art image
sips & snacks & art, too.
These sessions are Limited and by appointment. Please call to schedule or drop me an email here.
Offer solely available on above dates.
Want to be a part of Third Thursdays?
If you have a business or organization on Grand Avenue in West Town and would like to be a part of Third Thursdays please send an email to brigid@westtownchamber.org