a loss to the neighborhood

Tomorrow we will lose another neighborhood small business. Business has been bad for a while, for too long. It seems that folks around here value corporate sameness more than independent businesses.

Blue Moon Cafe will be closing its doors for good at 5 p.m. Caroline Mooney has given us many special things - special events for kids, Mardi Gras nights, live music, political discussion nights, and foreign language round tables. For me, Blue Moon has been a pleasant home away from home when I wanted to escape from the cats for a while.

She's selling off coffee beans, Maui, Tazo and Torani products. You've still got a chance to pick some up tomorrow before she closes.

I've enjoyed many delicious lunches and time spent chatting with Caroline. I'll miss her delicious cookies and sandwiches. 99th Street won't be the same without her.

today at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Tonight is the last night that the Beverly All Stars will play at Blue Moon on a regular basis. Starting in September, Blue Moon will no longer be open in the evenings. Look for more info soon on new hours and a revised menu, and visit Caroline to enjoy her delicious breakfast and lunch creations in addition to coffee, tea, and other tasty treats.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

today at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz.  Want a little wine with dinner?  You can BYO for a nominal corkage fee.

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Wednesdays at Blue Moon

Senior Bike Ride meets at 12:30 p.m.  Hosted by Beverly Bicycle Shop.  For more information, call Paul Weiss at 773-238-5714.

Beverly All Stars play from 7:30 to 10 p.m.  Enjoy dinner, drinks and dessert with some tasty jazz. 

Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th, just east of the Metra tracks.

Saturday night at Blue Moon

The power-pop band SLUMP rocks the courtyard starting at 7PM.  Don’t miss this great family-friendly show!  Enjoy dinner, or a drink and dessert.  Check it out at Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th St.

Saturday at Blue Moon

Tomorrow 6/5 at 10 a.m., there will be an Organizing for America Vote 2010 Kick-Off event at Blue Moon Coffeehouse, 1742 W. 99th St.  You can respond here if you're interested in attending.

Beverly All Stars on Wednesday night

The Beverly All Stars will be at Blue Moon tomorrow night (1742 W. 99th St., near the 99th St. Metra station). Looks like a beautiful night for music on the patio.  You can BYOB for a modest corkage fee. Enjoy dinner or dessert on the patio with some tasty tunes from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Beverly All Stars on Wednesday night

The Beverly All Stars will be at Blue Moon tomorrow night (1742 W. 99th St., near the 99th St. Metra station). You can BYOB for a modest corkage fee. Enjoy dinner or dessert on the patio with some tasty tunes from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Beverly All Stars at Blue Moon on Wednesday night

The Beverly All Stars will be at Blue Moon tomorrow night (1742 W. 99th St., near the 99th St. Metra station). Enjoy dinner or dessert with some tasty tunes from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

events at Blue Moon

There's a lot going on at Blue Moon this month. The summer starts with Jazz Under the Stars, featuring The Beverly All-stars on the veranda! Also, for moms and tots, the Cloth Diapers Chicago Moms and Tots club will be meeting every 4th Wednesday at 10:30 beginning on the 26th of this month.

Wednesday May 19th & May 26th
The Beverly All Stars – 7:30 p.m. - two sets of classic jazz in the courtyard.

Every Thursday:
Foreign Language Round Tables – 7PM

and The Ordinary Person’s Investment Club – 7PM: Learn how to pick stocks for short-term and long-term investment using tools like Investor’s Business Daily and Barron’s. Group is moderated by Reid Henderson, retired stock-broker and author.

Psychic Evolution with Aria Norman – 3:30-6:30PM

Wednesday May 5:
Reading on Walden Political Discussion Group – 7PM

Saturday May 8:
Cedar Valley Meat CSA Monthly Pick-Up – 2:00-2:30PM

Great Books Discussion Group – 3PM. For May and June, the group will discuss the first six chapters of Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States. Chapters 1-3, May 8, Chapters 4-6, June 12.

Stop by 1742 W. 99th St. for a meal, a snack, or a little liquid refreshment.

Easter Bunny breakfast at Blue Moon on 3/27

Want to treat your kids to some fun and food this Saturday morning? Take 'em down to Blue Moon, 1742 W. 99th St., for the Easter Bunny breakfast, 8 a.m. to Noon. They'll get pancakes, sausage, a gift from the Easter Bunny, and loads of fun. $8 per person. Reservations recommended. 773.840.3618

two chances to see the Beverly All Stars this week

The Beverly All Stars are playing tonight at Iona's (1767 W. 95th St. - opposite the 95th St. Metra station - 773.233.0027.) from 7:30 to 10:00. This is a friendly little space. Be prepared to get cozy with your neighbors. If you need parking and can't find it on street, try the city lot 1/2 block uphill to the west.

On Saturday 3/13 they're playing at Blue Moon's 3-course Irish dinner ($15), which starts at 7 p.m. If you don't already have a reservation, I'd recommend making a call sooner rather than later. These special dinners tend to book up early. 773.840.3618

jazzy St. Patrick's dinner at Blue Moon

Looking for a low-key good time on Saturday night? Wander down to 99th St. and check out Blue Moon's St. Patrick's Day dinner, 3/13 7 p.m. 3-course dinner, Irish menu, $15, with jazz by the Beverly All Stars. Reservations are recommended. These special dinners tend to book up early. 773-840-3618

Mardi Gras treats

Blue Moon is offering some fine Mardi Gras treats. On Sat. 2/13, there's a special Mardi Gras dinner with music by the Beverly All Stars. Dinner starts at 6 p.m., and music starts a little later.

Space is limited, so call and make your reservation. 773.840.3618

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And there's more - Caroline's delicious paczki, a Polish seasonal treat - available by pre-order for Mardi Gras. Go to Blue Moon to pre-order by 2/12, and they'll be in on 2/16.

kids' New Year at Blue Moon

Want to have some New Year's Eve fun at Blue Moon with the kids? Enjoy a craft and ring in the New Year at high noon with Professor Becker and his guitar! The event starts at 11 a.m. this Thursday 12/31. Call 773.840.3618 to make a reservation while there's still space for this popular event.