GLBTQ
The Glenwood GLBTQs looking for a low-key night out or a grown-up drink with friends need look no further than this newish spot on the Glenwood Arts District strip. In fact, the Glenwood is so unassuming that many a heterosexual has wandered in for a cold one and been surprised to find same-sex couples canoodling in the corners. Co-owned by Colm Tracy of T’s, the Glenwood shares her Andersonville sister’s inclusive vibe—it was our pick for best Chicago bar for mixed company in Best of Chicago 2008. aMon-Fri 3 PM-2 AM, Sat 3 PM-3 AM, Sun noon-2 AM, 6962 N. Glenwood, 773-764-7363, theglenwoodbar.com. —KB
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Saint James Presbyterian Church Gay-friendly Saint James is a “more light” church, the denomination’s expression for congregations that welcome people “without regard to race, gender, political party, sexual orientation, or any other worldly condition.” a Services Sun 10 AM, 6554 N. Rockwell, 773-465-6254, stjameschicago.org. —KB