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FRIENDLY WILL BE CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY

The Coolest Place Ever

The Coolest Place Ever

A three-person band, the Revenirs, performing live at Friendly Music Community.

Friendly Live Music

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Friendly Listening Room

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Friendly Tap/Bar

Friendly Tap/Bar Menu
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Friendly Community Room

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Friendly
Music Classes

Music Classes
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Friendly Coffee Lounge

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Friendly Lodging

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Friendly Art Gallery

Call For Artists
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Friendly
Folk Jams

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Friendly Music Community is located on the main artery of Chicago’s western edge, Friendly is a gathering place where you are a stranger but once.

Friendly Highlights

Friendly Listening Room Presents

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Live Music

Discover vibrant live music in Berwyn, IL, on our Friendly stage, where most performances feature no cover charge. Explore local musicians and immerse yourself in the area's dynamic music scene.

The band Alewife performs live on a stage at Friendly Community. A female lead singer plays accordion at center, with band members on drums, bass guitar, and electric guitar. Another musician plays percussion in the background.

What's Happening at Friendly this Month

Music Lessons

We believe that every person has an inherent ability to make music. Our non-profit Friendly Music School serves its students and their instructors equally. The Friendly Music School charges less for lessons than any Chicagoland independent school while paying our instructors more than any school in the area.That’s why everyone can thrive here. Come to our upper floor and find your voice, instrument, and truth.

Colorful stairs, painted to mimic The Beatles Yellow Submarine, with quotes on each colorful stair, leading to the music school at Friendlys.
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Workshops
& Programs

Unlock personal growth and well-being in Berwyn, IL, through enriching classes and workshops for adults, children, and groups. Our learned guides offer diverse disciplines to foster mind, body, and soul development within a supportive community.

Community Events

Foster community engagement and connection in Berwyn, IL, through our diverse events and gatherings. Our welcoming community space hosts occasions for fellowship, collaboration, and enjoyable activities for all.

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PODCAST

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Creativity  Connection  Community

Experience the vibrant hub of arts, culture, and community in the near west suburbs of Chicago! Serving Berwyn, Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, and surrounding areas, our welcoming space offers a diverse range of activities and amenities. Immerse yourself in live music, captivating art exhibitions, enriching music classes, calming meditation sessions, engaging storytelling events, and hilarious comedy shows. Plus, enjoy the convenience of overnight accommodations and find the best local coffee shop just around the corner.

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