Avondale Neighborhood

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Avondale, Chicago is a well known, culturally diversed neighborhood, that was established in one of the first 77 Chicago, Illinois areas. This area is a quiet neighborhood that once held one of the Chicago's Seven Lost Wonders, the Olson Park and Waterfall complex. The area has simply, stable framed houses, lots of shopping, convenient transportation, great places to eat and lots of live entertainment.

Location

Avondale is a northwest neighborhood on the north side of Chicago. Avondale is bordered by Addison Street, Pulaski Road, the Chicago River, and Diversey Avenue. It also has surrounding communities such as Logan Square and Belmont.

Information

Population (2000) - Total 43,083
Density 21,541.4/sq mi (8,317.2/km2)
White 29.6%
African American 1.55%
Native American .14%
Asian 2.21%
Hispanic/ Latino 62.0%
Other 4.65%
Median income $36,677

(Source: Wikipedia.org)

History

In 1889, Avondale officially became a part of Chicago when the city annexed Jefferson Township. European immigrants that explored the area such as Germans, Scandinavians, and Poles began the shift in factories being built in the 20th century.

Transportation

Transportation is very accessible as Avondale is close to the CTA Blue Line as well as the major intersections at Belmont and Milwaukee Avenues. As well as by Addison, Diversy and Pulaski. By car you can reach the neighborhood by using the major interstate I-90/94 and by the metra you can use the Union/Pacific Northwest rail.

Schools

There are many Avondale schools available to the community.

Elementary:

Avondale Elementary Public School 2945 N. Sawyer Ave. (773) 534-5244

Colleges:

DeVry University-Illinois 3300 N. Campbell Ave. (773) 929-8500
Pivot Point Beauty School 3901 W. Irving Park (773) 463-3121

Nightlife

Chef O'Neill's, (3471 N. Elston Ave., (773) 583-3066), this Irish pub offers great food and music. Enjoy a tasty beer in the comfortable beer garden in the summertime. Great atmosphere, friendly service and food that will leave your mouth watering!

Late Bar, (3534 W. Belmont (773) 267-5283), this bar needs no explanation. Open till 4am, 5am on Saturday and Sunday, this bar provides a great atmosphere by having a hip dance floor, new wave music and projector screens that show music videos. Happy diverse crowd, no cover, and a great beer selection.

The Orbit Room, (2959 N. California Ave. (773) 588-5480), incredible music, friendly atmosphere and great drinks! The best way to describe the atmosphere is swank meets rock, in a warm retro feel environment.

Entertainment

Factory Theater, (3502 N. Elston Ave., (312) 409-3247), original ground breaking world premiere theater. You will not be disappointed. They serve cheap drinks and have funny, intelligent actors that will knock you off your seat.

The Galaxie, (2603 W. Barry Ave. (773) 267-6010), take dance classes or just go to enjoy dancing. The Galaxie also provides art classes, summer camps for kids, wedding planning, kick boxing, silk screening, stained glass, glass blowing, animation and much more. They also have space rental for your next party.

Restaurants

Kuma's Corner, (2900 W. Belmont Ave. (773) 604-8769) amazing Kuma burgers, mac and cheese, mussels, fries smothered in BBQ pork and cheese and much more. This is a happening neighborhood spot that has a great location with great service!

Hot Doug's, (3324 N. California (773) 279-9550) enjoy a Greek dog topped with gyro spices and lamb. That is just one of the tasty ways you can enjoy your Chicago Doug. Great service, friendly and fast.

Festivals/Parks

Irish American Heritage Festival, (4626 N. Knox Ave., (773) 282-7035) enjoy the celebration of the great Irish American festival by watch or participation in local dance performances, singing contests, arts and crafts and several kids activities.

Avondale Park, (3516 W. School St. (773) 478-1410), this 1.17 acre park has a swimming pool, playground, dance floor hockey, arts, basketball courts, gymnastics center, indoor soccer and volleyball. This amazing park has everything you need to get a good workout.

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