Lincoln SquareWelcome to one of Chicago s quaintest community areas! Initially settled by Germans, Lincoln Square continues to honor its heritage by preserving its cultural architecture, promoting its many European delis, and hosting many related events throughout the year. Although much of the community is filled with private residences and small apartment buildings, there are more than enough restaurants, local shops, and entertainment venues to amuse even the most extroverted person around. Start off your leisurely weekend with some brunch, browse through new releases at a local book store, and stock up on high-quality hygiene products at one of Chicago s oldest apothecaries, before heading to a matinee showing at the Davis Theater, or grab some of the freshest fruits and veggies around at the seasonal farmers market. Hop on the CTA s Brown Line or a bus to head into the city whenever you like, or continue to explore this cute neighborhood on foot or with a bike. Things to DoNeighborhoods: Lincoln Square, Lincoln Square North, Ravenswood, Ravenswood Gardens, Bowmanville, Budlong WoodsRecreation: Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts, Bloom Yoga, CorePower Yoga, Pure Barre, several parks (Winnemac, Welles, Jacob, Vogle, Gross)Culture: Davis Theater, Old Town School of Folk Music, DANK Haus (German-American Cultural Center), the Berlin Wall Monument (on display at the Western Brown Line)Festivals: Summer Concert Series, Square Roots Festival, Apple Fest, Poetry FestShopping: The Book Cellar, Dark Tower Comics, Timeless Toys, Quake Collectibles, Enjoy (gift shop), A Secret Closet (women s), Turin Bicycle, Fleet Feet, Merz Apothecary/Q BrothersFor Foodies: Caf Selmarie, Rosded Restaurant (Thai), Pannenkoeken Caf (Dutch pancakes), Jibek Jolu (Kyrgyzstani), Bel-Ami (Bosnian), Sarajevo Restaurant (Serbian), Elizabeth (American)