Expand your network of business leaders, manufacturers, entrepreneurs and artisans!

Join the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Ravenswood WorkCenter for a festive Winter Social & Open House on January 22nd! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with local professionals, makers, and business leaders in the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor.

Throughout the evening, guests can take guided tours of the Ravenswood WorkCenter, offering a behind-the-scenes look at this dynamic hub of innovation and industry. Enjoy live music, delicious food from Rojo Gusano, and refreshments from Begyle Brewing. The Bad Coffee lounge inside Live Bash will provide a cozy spot to relax and enjoy your favorite brews.

Whether you’re looking to network, learn about the local scene, or simply enjoy a great evening out, this event is the perfect way to kick off the year. Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with the community and discover all that Ravenswood has to offer!

Tickets include admission, small bites, and refreshments. Registration closes on Monday, January 20th at 12pm. A limited number of tickets are available.

GRCC Winter Social Hosts & Partners

Ravenswood WorkCenter

Ravenswood WorkCenter is a community of makers, artists, craftsmen, musicians, and entrepreneurs in the located at 1801-1815 West Berteau Avenue at the SW corner of Ravenswood Avenue.

More information at harrington-brown.com.

Begyle Brewing

Located along the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor (also known as “Malt Row”) Begyle Brewing prides itself on offering a diverse and approachable selection of quality beer that brings people together. They’ve built a community of beer lovers with their Community Supported Brewery program, which offers members monthly growler-fills and perks, and by hosting events and supporting local organizations. Begyle’s taproom is a neighborhood staple, as well as a destination for travelers. 

Learn more at begylebrewing.com.

Rojo Gusano

Rojo Gusano is the place to experience upscale Mexican cuisine in a laid back setting.

A sophisticated approach to Mexican street food, they use traditional Mexican flavors and blend favorites from all over the world to create flavors that are both harmonious and irreverent. From grasshoppers to fresh tortillas (made in-house of course) each ingredient is treated with respect, served to you in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere.

Learn more at rojogusano.com.

Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

GRCC is a 501c6 non-profit organization that provides resources for entrepreneurs in Ravenswood and its surrounding communities. Our partnerships with the City of Chicago include; operating a Neighborhood Business Development Center with support from the Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protections; participating in the Department of Planning & Development’s Local Industrial Retention Initiative; and managing SSA#31, which provides additional services to business and property owners along Ravenswood’s commercial corridors.

We are guided by the belief that creativity, sustainable living, and diverse industry position Ravenswood as a destination neighborhood. We create programs and provide services that connect the dots between businesses, residents, non-profit organizations, local government and area schools. Click here to learn more about who we are.