Graceland West Community AssociationTonight, May 7th from 6-7 pm, at the Lakeview Taproom, 1426 West Irving Park.
We invite all Graceland West residents and GWCA members to participate in the presentation with Access Contemporary Music, about a zoning change from RS-3 to B3-1 to turn the currently vacant 7Eleven space at 4116 North Clark into another location for ACM.
Warner Park and Gardens
Sunday May 5, 11:00 AM
Kid’s Pollinator Pathway Project
Bring your littles to Warner Park on Sunday, May 5 at 11:00 to participate in planting a native plant garden.
In addition to helping initiate the native plant garden, neighborhood kids can ask questions about pollinator ecology and learn about the amazing wildlife in our beautiful city.
We’ll have hand shovels and gloves, but bring your own if you have them. Questions? Please reach out to info@gracelandwest.org.
GWCA has been working on the five-year vacancy at 4116
North Clark, (former 7Eleven) with both Alderman Martin and Alderwoman Clay. We thank both Alders, and all GWCA
leaders, members and residents for their input and work.
We invite all Graceland West residents and GWCA
members to participate in a Zoom presentation with
Access Contemporary Music at the Lakeview Taproom,
1426 West Irving Park on Tuesday, May 7 from 5:45-7
pm. All residents have survey input. All current
GWCA members have a vote.
The prospective tenant, Access Contemporary Music, is
seeking a zoning change from RS-3 to B3-1 to renovate
the currently vacant space. The space would house rooms
for music lessons for adults and children, as well as a 60-
seat performance space. Performances and operations
would conclude by 10 pm. The applicant also hopes to
serve alcoholic beverages at concerts. A number of
parking spots would be provided on-site. A zoning change
is required for the proposed use.
Last weekend, TreeKeeper Ben Conley led neighborhood shrub planting efforts and provided key points from the U.S. Forest Service, including not to put mulch against shrub or tree trunks and instead use the “donut hole” mulching technique that is recommended for healthy shrubs and trees.
GWCA has been working on the five-year vacancy at 4116 North Clark, (former 7-11) with both Alderman Martin and Alderwoman Clay. We thank both Alders, and all GWCA leaders, members and residents for their input and work. We invite all Graceland West residents and GWCA members to participate in a presentation with Access Contemporary Music at the Lakeview Taproom, 1426 West Irving Park on Tuesday, May 7 from 6-7 pm. We hope you can join us.
46th Ward Alderwoman Clay posted this survey requesting your feedback by May 3rd regarding the proposal for the site. The survey is open for two weeks and will close on Friday, May 3rd at 5pm.
The tenant, Access Contemporary Music, is seeking a zoning change from RS-3 to B3-1 to turn the currently vacant space into another location for ACM. The space would house rooms for music lessons for adults and children, as well as a 60-seat performance space. Performances would take place Thursday-Sunday and operations would conclude by 10pm. The applicant also hopes to serve alcoholic beverages at concerts. 20 parking spots would be provided on-site. A zoning change is required for the proposed use.
More information can be found here.
GWCA will celebrate Earth Day 54 by planting native shrubs at three locations. This is an opportunity to help and learn about selecting, planting and caring for native shrubs in ground or in a planter. Please join us Saturday, April 20th at 10 am in the back yard of 1460 West Belle Plaine for the first planting and we’ll proceed from there. Recipients are on Belle Plaine, Clark and Montrose. All are welcome.
Graceland West Community,
Lake View High School is thrilled to invite you to a magical journey through Neverland! Lake View Drama proudly presents the timeless classic “Peter Pan”, and the entire community is invited.
Thank you for supporting the arts at Lake View High School!
Graceland West residents…
You should have received your LV2 sticker and guest pass in the mail. Be sure to put the sticker on the passenger side of your windshield as soon as possible. For more information about LV2, please see the Alderman’s helpful Parking page.
Important Reminder: As of 2023, the LV2 zone expanded to include parking restrictions for all Cubs home games and Wrigley Field concerts. Through 2022 it did not apply to day game dates.
Our first 47th Ward Street Sweeping is scheduled for April 17 and 18. The 47th Ward section is Montrose to Irving from Ashland to the west side of Southport. This part of the neighborhood receives four street sweepings a year.
The last sweeping is well before the final leaves will fall which is why we’ll be having our 12th annual volunteer street leaf cleanup in November. More Street Sweeping info can be found here.
Our first 46th Ward Street Sweeping is scheduled for April 23rd and 24th. The 46th Ward section includes Warner to Irving from the east side of Southport to Clark. This part of the neighborhood receives nine street sweepings.
For the 46th Ward you can find more Street Sweeping information on here.
Greetings, Graceland West Community!
Our recent GWCA Community Meeting, held on March 20 at Quantum LEEP Academy, was full of great discussions and exciting updates. We’re thrilled to share the highlights and the full meeting minutes with you.
Key Takeaways:
We wrapped up with discussions on old and new business.
Download the Detailed Meeting Minutes Here
Your involvement and enthusiasm make GWCA a vibrant and proactive community. Let’s keep this momentum going! Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming events and initiatives.
Join Us Next Time: Remember to mark your calendars for our next meeting June 20th at Warner Park. We can’t wait to see you there!
Thank you for your continued support and participation in the GWCA.
Interested in receiving a native shrub / tree during our 2024 Earth Day Celebration planting. We’d like to select 2-3 members to each receive a small native shrub.
Let us know ASAP if you are interested. Planting will be on Saturday, April 20 beginning at 10 am and everyone will learn about soil prep, planting and care. Contact info@gracelandwest.org if interested.
