Budlong Woods Resources
Community
Joseph G Stromberg Library
5145 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60625-3661
773.878.8200
The Joseph G Stromberg Library is a private library.
Chicago Public Library
5150 N Kimball Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
312.744.1933
312.744.5505
312.744.6266 (FAX)
ALBANY PARK BRANCH
Hours:
    Monday thru Thursday: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    Friday & Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    Sunday: closed
Location:
    At the intersection of Kimball and Foster Avenues.
CTA Service:
    92 Foster Bus
    82 Kimball/Homan Bus
    93 California Bus
    Brown Line CTA train (Kimball Station)
Entertainment
Metromix.com
Chicago Tribune's list of upcoming events throughout the city for the next 7 days.
Government
Post Office - Ravenswood
2522 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60625-9998
773.561.3330
800.275.8777 (800.ASK.USPS)
773.561.9958 (FAX)
Business Hours:
    Monday thru Friday: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Last Daily Collection:
    Monday thru Friday: 5:00pm
    Saturday: 12:00PM
State of Illinois
Official site. Comprehensive source of information about the state and the state government.
City of Chicago
Official site of city office. Information on art, attractions, community affairs, museums, festivals, restaurants, shopping, and theatre.
Illinois Department of
Transportation

An invaluable resource for driving Chicagoans. Information on how to apply for a new or renewal driver's license, titling and registration of your vehicle and license plates, nearest government offices, and more!
Cook County, Illinois
The Official Cook County government website. Quickly and easily obtain a wide variety of information from department services to recreational activities.
Health/Beauty/Fitness
Swedish Covenant Hospital
5145 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
773.989.3800
"Serving the residents of Chicago's north and northwestern communities for nearly 120 years, Swedish Covenant Hospital promotes positive lifestyles and provides excellent, compassionate care. We offer the full range of medical services — biological, psychological, social and spiritual — and treat the whole person throughout the healing process."
Parks & Recreation
River Park
5100 N Francisco Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
312.742.7516
"Located at the convergence of the Chicago River and canal, River Park offers a rich wildlife habitat, excellent fishing and a canoe launch, in addition to seasonal environmental programs such as the Junior Earth Team, Urban Campers and Under Illinois Skies. River Park boasts a swimming pool and an interactive water playground in the summer months. The artificial turf soccer field and running track, as well as the new soft-surface playground, draw visitors from around the city. The park also features seven tennis courts and two baseball fields."
Places of interest
Chicago Landmarks
Chicago buildings were designed in a wide variety of architectural styles, some of which you can find included on this site listed here. Click here for more information.
Restaurants
Hub’s
5540 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
773.784.4240
773.784.4228
773.784.2030 (FAX orders)
"Offering traditional Greek and American food, Hub’s has served countless satisfied customers in its decades of operation. Dine in and enjoy the Saturday Night Live Hub’s memorabilia and plasma HDTV in the large dining area, or call/fax in your order for fast carry out service. The catering menu is filled with large portions at reasonable prices; call ahead and everything will be ready for you."
Latin Bliss
5515 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
773.275.8888
"Latin Bliss was created especially to cater and indulge the VIP clientele in order to delight their needs. The club's room is filled with sumptuous chairs and sofas, thus providing an elegant and comfortable ambiance to enjoy your special night out on the town. The Cafe also offers an exquisite selection of South American appetizers and with the kitchen being open all night, you will never go hungry. Not to mention our bar which provides an array of popular drinks and delicious cocktails prepared by the best bartenders."
Mr. Submarine
5212 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
773.334.7004
"Mr. Submarine has been known for the best sub sandwiches in Chicago since 1975. By using only the finest ingredients, offering great value, and staying open late we work hard to make sure you keep coming back. We appreciate & welcome your suggestions!"
Schools
GreatSchools.net
"GreatSchools is a national, independent nonprofit organization committed to helping parents choose schools, supporting children's education, and improving schools in your community."
Chicago Public Schools
A resource for locating and reviewing Chicago Public Schools.
Private School Search
A resource for locating and reviewing private schools in Chicago.
Budlong Woods Schools
Listing and map of schools in and near Budlong Woods.
North Park University
3225 W Foster Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60625-4895
773.244.6200
800.888.6728
"As a university with small class sizes and superb faculty, North Park is a wonderful place for students to discover and discuss life's questions. North Park is committed to encouraging the growth of the whole person--body, soul, mind, and spirit. On these pages, you can explore our community and find out how you can make the most of what North Park has to offer."
Shops
Lincoln Bend
Chamber of Commerce

5700 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
773.334.0614
773.334.2413 (FAX)

"The Lincoln Bend Chamber of Commerce, operational since 1997, serves the business district of Lincoln Avenue from Foster to Peterson, Peterson Avenue from Lincoln to Western Avenue and Western Avenue from Peterson south to Foster. It is a business area celebrating unprecedented re-development and change. The Chamber of Commerce in a not-for-profit organization providing support and assistance to the businesses and facilitating the planning process along the commercial district."


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