A vibrant and caring community on the northside of Chicago
A vibrant and caring community on the northside of Chicago
Anyone who lives in, works in, or is connected to the beloved WEAR neighborhood is encouraged to become a member, be involved in our committees, and come to our events!
WEAR was founded in 1993 to help foster a greater sense of community for our neighborhood and create an identity within the greater Edgewater area.
WEAR boundaries are within
We encourage all households in the WEAR community to become a member! Your time and membership create a stronger neighborhood for you and everyone around you.
Your $20* household membership brings you
*We accept cash or check in person or by credit card via the link below.
Park #599 between W. Edgewater and W. Hollywood
Come celebrate your park with the Chicago Parks Foundation! In conjunction with dozens of other parks across the city will pitch in across ...
Park #599 between W. Edgewater and W. Hollywood
Corner of N. Ravenswood and W. Rosehill
The summer soiree series is back to give you some sizzle at the end of your day! Our first event of 2025 will be hosted by the WEAR Board in...
Corner of N. Ravenswood and W. Rosehill
5333 N. Western Ave.
Planning your Summer Block Party? You can apply for a FREE Jumping Jack (bounce house), provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs and S...
5333 N. Western Ave.
NEW LOCATION FOR 2025 --> 1500 West Winona St.
The Farmer's Market is every Wednesday. NOTE there is a new location for 2025. The 1500 block of W. Winona, one block south of W. Foster alo...
NEW LOCATION FOR 2025 --> 1500 West Winona St.
On N. Clark between W. Hollywood and W. Bryn Mawr
Look out for the orange signs and move your car. It's street sweeping time, y'all!
From May to November, Chicago of City provide street swee...
On N. Clark between W. Hollywood and W. Bryn Mawr
St. Gregory's Gymnasium at 1609 W. Gregory
Chicago Police Department 20th District CAPS Beat community meetings bring residents, other community stakeholders, and police together to d...
St. Gregory's Gymnasium at 1609 W. Gregory
On N. Clark between W. Catalpa and W. Foster
Midsommarfest returns for its 59th year on Clark Street from Foster to Gregory! Get the best updates are here on the vent Andersonville Cham...
On N. Clark between W. Catalpa and W. Foster
Our remarkable community garden has been recognized again for its dedication and beauty!
The award-winning Horst & Anna Wagener WEAR Garden's native plants, butterfly sanctuary, and its centerpiece mural show nature enthusiasts something colorful and unique.
Learn about planning and growth of the award-winning Horst & Anna Wagener WEAR Garden's native plants, butterfly sanctuary, and its centerpiece mural for our neighborhood to enjoy.
We thank Gethsemane Garden Center for their generous donations to our WEAR Garden. We share in their mission to make the gardens, porches, and patches of Andersonville and Edgewater more colorful and green.
See what is going on with one of Chicago's most popular shopping, dining, and entertainment districts on the Northside.
Check their site regularly for updates!
We are looking for business sponsors to support WEAR and we will recognize your generosity here and on our Facebook Page.
WEAR Business Sponsorships are $250 Annually